Program Overview
The Accounting at Hong Kong University of Science and Technology is a MSc programme in Business & Management over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of business & management. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Accounting programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Hong Kong and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: USD 30,931 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 30,931 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Accounting programme are prepared for diverse careers in business & management:
- Business Analyst
- Management Consultant
- Product Manager
- Strategy Analyst
- Operations Manager
- Entrepreneur
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Corporate Financial Reporting I
- Corporate Financial Reporting II
- Managerial Accounting Foundations
- Taxation
- Auditing
- Company Law
- Corporate Finance
- Business Law
- Financial Statement Analysis
- International Treasury Management
- Corporate Governance
- Financial Markets in China
- Strategic Finance & Value Creation
- Merger, Acquisition & Restructuring
- Information Systems Auditing
- Strategic Management in China
- Data Analytics in Accounting
- Strategic Tax Planning
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The MSc in Accounting program welcomes applicants from both business and non-business degrees to apply. Entry requirements are listed as below:
- Applicants possess a bachelor degree with good standing in business disciplines from a recognized university or approved institution; or
- Applicants who graduated from a non-business discipline should fulfill at least one of the following conditions:
- Studied courses in Accounting, Economics, and Statistics during their undergraduate studies with satisfactory performance; or
- Passed the module/ paper on Financial Reporting or Financial Accounting from a recognized Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examination; or
- Having a minimum of 2 years full-time post-qualification working experience in an accounting related field.
Application Materials
- Completed online application form, including a personal statement
- CV/resume with photo
- Transcript and degree certificate of undergraduate studies
- Documentary proof of other professional qualifications (if applicable)
- Official GMAT/GRE score report (if applicable)
- Official TOEFL/IELTS score report (if applicable)
- Two academic referees
- Application fee
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 30,931 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 30,931 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 30,931 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 30,931 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Hong Kong University of Science and Technology directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Hong Kong, China
public research university in Clear Water Bay, Hong Kong
University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
