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Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) School of Business MSc in Applied Economics (MScAECON)
Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) School of Business

MSc in Applied Economics (MScAECON)

Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong

1 Years

English

Full time

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Sep 2024

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On-Campus

* Applications for the 2024-25 intake (i.e. programme commences in September 2024) have started. Review of applications will start before the deadline and continue until all places are filled. Therefore, early applications are strongly encouraged.

Introduction

The Master of Science in Applied Economics (MScAEcon) is a one-year full-time programme that equips students with economics knowledge to analyze the changing world economy.

The programme integrates economic theory with applied economic analysis and will enable students to understand the economy of China and the world. The curriculum is designed to provide students with the flexibility of choosing electives for pursuing a career in applied economics or future research-oriented studies. Graduates will be equipped with analytical skills and techniques for analyzing business and real-world problems from an economic perspective. Our graduates are trained to be competent economic analysts in business corporations, public organizations and financial institutions. Outstanding students are offered scholarships and merit-based awards.

Our programme provides students with local experience through firm visits, guest lectures by business professionals and government officials enhancing our students’ understanding of the operation of the corporation in relation to knowledge learned. In past years, we have arranged firm visits to Cathay Pacific, DHL, Hong Kong Trade Development Council, BCT Financial Limited and Modern Terminals as well as invited professionals from Bank of China (HK), Nomura International, the Government of HKSAR and Royal Bank of Canada to give a lecture to our students.

  • Strong Academic Network: Renowned faculty members from top universities around the world are invited to deliver guest lectures and seminars to students.
  • Solid Industry Connections: Firm visits and workshops are organised regularly for students to foster a closer link with the business communities.
  • Opportunity to Work in Hong Kong: Non-Hong Kong graduates of the programme can apply to stay and work in Hong Kong for 12 months after graduation, no matter they have been secured an offer of employment or not.
  • Practical Business-oriented Curriculum: The curriculum consists of practical components in different aspects covering risk management, corporate finance, the economics of digital markets and big data analytics.

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Demonstrate your commitment and readiness to succeed in business school by taking the GMAT exam – the most widely used exam for admissions that measures your critical thinking and reasoning skills.

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