The Program
Full-Time MBA Program
HKUST’s Full-Time MBA is your springboard to courageous thinking and meaningful influence - right in the heart of Asia’s most dynamic city.
Why HKUST?
Imagine starting your MBA journey not just in a classroom, but right at the center of Asia’s most dynamic business hub—Hong Kong. At HKUST, every day brings you new connections and new perspectives. You’ll collaborate with a diverse group of peers and global leaders, learning to think like an entrepreneur and act as a bridge between East and West.
Our world-class faculty don’t just teach - they challenge and inspire, sharing real-world insights to prepare you for today’s fast-moving business world. You’ll network across industries and tap into opportunities only Hong Kong offers: connect with Shenzhen’s tech powerhouses, deal with global financial leaders, gain firsthand insight into crucial supply chains, and serve as a super connector between China and the world.
Here, business isn’t just theory , it’s roll-up your sleeves, make change happen, and build something new”.
By the time you graduate, you’ll have more than an MBA. You’ll have a powerful network, an innovative mindset, and firsthand experience navigating one of the world’s leading international trade centres.
Our world-class faculty don’t just teach - they challenge and inspire, sharing real-world insights to prepare you for today’s fast-moving business world. You’ll network across industries and tap into opportunities only Hong Kong offers: connect with Shenzhen’s tech powerhouses, deal with global financial leaders, gain firsthand insight into crucial supply chains, and serve as a super connector between China and the world.
Here, business isn’t just theory , it’s roll-up your sleeves, make change happen, and build something new”.
By the time you graduate, you’ll have more than an MBA. You’ll have a powerful network, an innovative mindset, and firsthand experience navigating one of the world’s leading international trade centres.
HKUST # 1
Research University
in Hong Kong
Hong Kong # 1
in Asia for
Start-up Density
Hong Kong # 1
in Asia for
Economic Openness
Our MBA Community
The HKUST MBA experience goes way beyond the classroom. Here, you’ll shape your leadership journey through hands-on initiatives - connect with industry leaders, bring bold ideas to life, and understand the integration of business and technology. Our students truly embody the entrepreneurial spirit and leadership that set HKUST apart.
Student Club’s
MBA students here don’t just join clubs - they create and lead them. From professional to cultural groups, these student-driven initiatives turn theory into real-world leadership and help you build a network and leadership skills that last long after graduation.
"Never underestimate what you can offer to your classmates, or what they can offer you. The MBA experience is about forming deep connections and learning from each other beyond just academics."Example clubs from Intake 2023 & 2024 include:
– Finance & FinTech Club
– General Management Club
– Global Networking Club
– Japan Club
– Management Consulting & Strategy Club
– Real Estate and PropTech Club
– Social Impact Club
– Sport & Management Club
– Technology & Product Club
Active Participation
Engage with the Dynamic and Entrepreneurial HKUST Community. HKUST fuels a vibrant and thriving entrepreneurial community. Engage with our energetic entrepreneurial community through a diverse range of initiatives, including Unicorn Day, activities run by the Entrepreneurship Center, pioneering lectures at the Institute of Advanced Studies, and many more.
Learn from senior business leaders who share real stories, hard-won lessons, and fresh perspectives through guest lectures and our Executive Exchange speaker series. It is your chance to learn from the best and get inspired for your own leadership journey.
Build practical communication and leadership skills that will help you accelerate your career through our engaging, interactive classes. These classes give you low-risk opportunities to practice public speaking and presentation skills through class discussions, role plays, and presentations.
Expand your global perspective through our diverse international community and exclusive access to Global Network for Advanced Management (GNAM) small network online classes. Connect with exchange students from top business schools worldwide and engage in cross-cultural collaborations that bring fresh perspectives to your learning experience.
Class Profile
Who you will study with
Your MBA journey is defined by the people you learn and grow with. Here, you’ll team up with high energy professionals from all corners of the world, building a network that lasts long after graduation.
Our 2025 cohort features professionals from diverse industries - such as technology, finance, consulting, manufacturing, and healthcare and more - representing Chinese enterprises, western multinational corporations, leading Asian businesses and not-for-profit organizations. This diversity enriches the learning experience with a broad range of perspectives.
2
13
2 - 14 yrs
of working exp range
24
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24 - 39
30 average age
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100
55%
female
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100
89%
non-Hong Kong
Companies Represented
Curriculum with Global Exposure
The Curriculum
Earn 52 credits through a tailored mix of core courses, electives, and career-focused training programs.
Core & Elective Courses
The core curriculum builds essential skills to help you lead at a cross-functional enterprise level. With electives making up more than half your credits, you have the freedom to tailor your learning journey - choosing from a wide range of courses that fit your career goals and interests. This unique flexibility gives you the opportunity to broaden your horizons and develop deep expertise to meet your career.
Elective Options
Finance & Accounting
– Cryptocurrency, Blockchain and Their Business Applications
– Global Macroeconomics
– Macro Investment Strategy in Practice
– Econometric Thinking for Business Strategists
– Investment Analysis
– Overview of Alternative Investments
– Launching and Running a VC Firm
– Financial Advisory and Transaction Execution for M&A
– Financial Statement Analysis
– Managerial Accounting Foundations
– Business Law
– Cryptocurrency, Blockchain and Their Business Applications
– Venture Capital and Private Equity
– Fundamental Value Investing: Applications to Public & Private Equity
– Sustainable Finance and Reporting Strategies in Hong Kong
– Behavioral Economics
– The Political Economy of Finance
Marketing
– Pricing Strategy
– Mastering D2C Marketing
– Understanding Consumers
– Marketing Analytics: Driving Business Decisions
Management & Leadership
– Communication for Business Leaders
– Management of Organizations
– Irrational and Rational Thinking and Judgment in Management
– Effective Negotiations
– Effective Negotiations
– Management Consulting
– Global Leadership and Governance
– Leading Virtual Teams to High Performance
– Effective People Decisions: Unlocking the Power of Talent
– Applied M&A for Corporates
– Interpersonal Dynamics, Networking and the Art of Influencing Business Leaders
– C-SuiteLife
– Strategic Corporate Financing: IPOs, Debt, and Private Equity Solutions
– Enhancing Professional Skills
– Leadership Lab: Persuasion in Practice
Technology
– Deep Learning Business Applications with Python
– Transforming Business with Artificial Intelligence
– Digital and Social Media Strategy
– Doing Tech in Asia and China
– Data Analysis
– Digital Transformation In The Exponential Age
– Visualizing Data for Business Decisions
– Big Data Analytics
– AI, Innovation, and Product Management
Business Trends & Others
– Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) in China
– Business Modeling
– Mastering The Customer Experience: Mapping the End-to-End Customer Journey
– Managing Creativity and Innovation
– Economic Development in Asia: A Practitioner’s Perspective
– AI and the Future of Finance
– Innovating via Entrepreneurship & Intrapreneurship
– Strategic AI: Transforming Business and Redefining Leadership
– Integrated Business Simulation and Strategy
– Managing Business to Create Value through Sustainability
– Project Management
– Winning Strategies in the Digital World: Platforms, Ecosystems, and Beyond
– Chinese Tech Companies’ Strategy in Global Markets under AI Era
Small Online Network (SNOC) Courses
– Aviation Finance (UCD)
– Learning from Indonesia (U of Indonesia)
– Luxury Industry (HEC)
– And more...
Students can also fulfill their elective requirements through courses offered by the Global Network for Advanced Management (GNAM) Small Network Online Courses (SNOC).
*The elective courses listed above, including GNAM SNOC offerings, reflect the 2024-25 academic year. Course availability may vary in future years based on faculty availability and curriculum updates. The university reserves the right to modify course offerings without prior notice.
Credit-Bearing Professional and Career Training
Our Career and Professional Development team offers personalized guidance, valuable resources, and networking opportunities throughout your MBA journey - including activities that count toward course credits. The dedicated support of our Career and Professional Development Team, in partnership with your commitment, leads to a track record of results*:
93%
of graduates accepted an offer by 3 months after graduation.
98%
changed job industries post-MBA.
70%
changed job locations post-MBA.
64%
changed job functions post-MBA.
*Full-Time MBA Intake 2024
Mode & Schedule
How you will study
The Full-Time MBA program at HKUST offers multiple study options.
At HKUST, your MBA experience is tailored to your ambitions. Opt for the 16-month mode if you want to immerse yourself in new career possibilities and have an option to study in a global exchange semester or select the 12-month mode for a fast-paced, focused journey towards your next career milestone. No matter your path, you’ll benefit from the same world-class curriculum, dynamic professional network - empowering you to invest fully in your personal and professional growth.
At HKUST, your MBA experience is tailored to your ambitions. Opt for the 16-month mode if you want to immerse yourself in new career possibilities and have an option to study in a global exchange semester or select the 12-month mode for a fast-paced, focused journey towards your next career milestone. No matter your path, you’ll benefit from the same world-class curriculum, dynamic professional network - empowering you to invest fully in your personal and professional growth.
16
month Standard Mode
12
month Accelerator Mode
The 16-month mode includes time for a summer internship and can be tailored to your career goals. Study exclusively in HKUST to access world-class electives and prioritize a career pivot to Hong Kong, including ample time for networking with alumni, industry leaders and completing part-time internships.
Or pursue an exchange semester at one of our leading global partner universities. Use this time to expand your global outlook and pursue career opportunities around the world.
Or pursue an exchange semester at one of our leading global partner universities. Use this time to expand your global outlook and pursue career opportunities around the world.
HKUST Alumni Network
100000+
HKUST Alumni
6500+
MBA
Alumni in
Alumni in
70+
Nationalities
Be part of HKUST’s MBA community and connect with alumni to
exchange ideas, learn from the best and build a life-long network.
Besides our exclusive virtual platform, there are also various occasions
to meet our alumni, including the mentorship program, different mixer
events, virtual seminars, alumni sharing, and more.
With the HKUST MBA Virtual Alumni Hub, you can stay connected
with your network wherever you are in the world.
Benefit from both an extensive network of engineering, technology and science alumni while also building ties with a close knit group of MBA business alumni.
Benefit from both an extensive network of engineering, technology and science alumni while also building ties with a close knit group of MBA business alumni.
Connect with Full-time MBA Ambassador
Tim Edmunds
Full-Time MBA
My time at the school shifted my mindset. The alumni network in Hong Kong was particularly beneficial, giving me a strong support system and valuable opportunities after graduation.
Lin Yuan
Full-Time MBA
I measure the ROI of an MBA not over the new few years that I have completed the program, but it’s really over my lifetime with the networks that I have built and the continuous learning mindset that we have developed.
Ryohei Sunada
Full-Time MBA
The opportunity to learn perspectives from classmates from Germany, South Africa, France, and Canada gave me exposure to diverse cultures and different genders. The shared struggle and growth brought us closer, building a strong and lasting friendship.
The exchange program promotes cultural and international exposure; therefore, some of our partner universities do not allow visiting students to return to their home country during the exchange program. Partner universities reserve the right to defer to the government and public health authorities regarding the exchange program. Should the need arise, a remote, virtual exchange program may be offered. All exchange program offerings and arrangements (virtual or physical classes) are subject to change and availability.
Participation in an exchange program requires students to meet minimum academic standards and be in good standing with the HKUST MBA program. Additionally, some partner schools have specific requirements regarding students' backgrounds, English proficiency, professional certifications, and more. Students must adhere to the requirements set by the exchange school.
Participation in an exchange program requires students to meet minimum academic standards and be in good standing with the HKUST MBA program. Additionally, some partner schools have specific requirements regarding students' backgrounds, English proficiency, professional certifications, and more. Students must adhere to the requirements set by the exchange school.