Masters Degrees in Hong Kong

This program aims to equip students with knowledge and tools that can help them derive meaningful information from business data and utilize the information intelligently toward making faster and more effective business decisions.

Hong Kong has been long reputed as a global financial and logistics centre, while new technologies played an important role in facilitating business activities and transactions effectively. Executives rely on sufficient information to make decisions on business activities, how to convert large amount of data into meaningful information and statistics is a great challenge they are facing. Professionals who have the ability of understanding the data, deriving useful information from the data, recommending faster as well as more effective business decisions via analysing business data and applying quantitative tools is highly demanded.

Business analytics makes extensive use of business data, statistical tools, and quantitative methods to drive better business management. Specifically, with continuous and interactive exploration and investigation of data, business analytics helps managers and executives gain new insights and understanding of business performance, predict changes and development of business patterns, and improve decision making on business strategies and planning.

This programs aims to equip students with knowledge and tools that can help them derive useful information from business data and utilize the information intelligently in making faster and more effective business decisions. Graduates from this program are suitable for working in business consulting, finance, marketing, retailing, logistics, and other service industries.

Visit the website http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/index.php/programs/masters/msc-in-business-analytics/program-overview

Program Aims

The Master of Science Program in Business Analytics aims to equip students with knowledge and tools that can help them derive useful information from business data and utilize the information intelligently in making faster and more effective business decisions.

Program Features

The Program is offered in a one-year Full-time mode. Our highly transformational curriculum offers a selected range of rigorous courses in business analytics, including statistical analysis, decision models and applications, data mining for managers, economic analytics, operation analytics, etc.

Target students

This taught Master Program is designed for those who have an interest in exploring business relationships via analyzing business data and applying quantitative tools. The Full-time mode is particularly suitable for individuals from mainland China and other countries.

Medium of Instruction

In-class lectures and teaching materials are mainly in English, with the exception of courses in unique nature which teaching in Chinese is preferable.

Class Schedule

During regular trimesters, classes are held on a full-time basis while, electives may be offered during evenings and/or on Saturday. Some courses are taught intensively over a two-to-three-week period.

Saturday and afternoon classes are held at the University's Shatin campus, whereas the weekday evening classes are usually held in the teaching centers in Kowloon Tong or Central, subject to classroom availability.

Curriculum (2016 - 2017)

To complete the Program, students are required to pass a total of 30 credits of coursework, comprising 15 credits of required courses and 15 credits of elective courses. Both required and elective courses are 3-credit courses.

At least 9 credits of elective courses must be taken from the BA elective courses, and up to 6 credits may be taken from other MSc Programs and Master of Accountancy within CUHK Business School and/ or Faculty of Engineering as Non-BA courses upon approval. Electives may be offered every alternative year and/or in the summer term in the form of intensive course.

Career Prospect

Graduates from this program are suitable for working in business consulting, finance, marketing, retailing, logistics, and other service industries.

Program Brochure - http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/images/Master/MScBA_Brochure.pdf

Find out how to apply here - http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/index.php/programs/masters/msc-in-business-analytics/apply-now

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The Chinese University of Hong Kong was the first institution to offer Executive MBA Education in Hong Kong. A pioneer, the CUHK Business School remains today a very strong leader in Asia with its portfolio of Executive MBA programs which nurture participants with a global mindset and local relevance, leveraging our faculty's expertise in Asian markets and providing exchange opportunities in partnership with renowned Chinese and overseas institutions.

Our original Hong Kong-based EMBA program, launched in 1993, was the first Executive MBA program in Hong Kong and remains a truly made-in-Hong Kong product. CUHK EMBA was recognized by the Financial Times as among the Top 25 Executive MBA programs in the world for 14 Consecutive Years.

To cater for the ever-growing demand for quality business education at senior managerial level in Chinese language, the CUHK Business School also offers the EMBA (Chinese) for business executives based in mainland China, Taiwan and Hong Kong.

Visit the website http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/index.php/programs/executive-mba

Objective

The EMBA (Executive MBA) Program at The Chinese University of Hong Kong is the first program of its kind offered in Hong Kong. The program, initially offered by the CUHK Business School in 1993, is a two-year part-time program that is unique in its approach to graduate business education in Hong Kong.

The CUHK Business School was again accredited by The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB International) last year.

The EMBA program was established with the objective of developing in our participants the essential skills and knowledge for modern management, and preparing them for general management responsibilities at the senior executive level. In light of rising corporate and managerial complexity and new challenges facing senior executives, the program aims to improve participants’ analytical and decision-making capabilities, and enhance the competitive advantages of their enterprises. Relevance will be emphasized in the context of Hong Kong’s strategic location within China and the Asia-Pacific region.

Program of Study

The EMBA program of study reflects our commitment to relevance and excellence by focusing on strategy and the integrative nature of the business environment in which senior executives operate. Each year approximately 50 persons are admitted to the program. Participants are expected to retain their full-time job responsibilities throughout their EMBA study.

Two years of study are required - each consisting of four terms. Two one-week, in-residence study programs are respectively scheduled at the beginning and end of the program. The first-year program provides a solid foundation in all major business functions and an introduction to the various changing business environments. The second-year program uses a functionally integrative approach that emphasizes broad-based strategies and policies.

Method of Instruction

The EMBA method of instruction consistently takes advantage of the strong and diverse management experience of the participants. The methods of instruction vary, but may include formal lectures, seminars, case analyses, simulation games, and individual and group projects related to current management issues in the participants’ host organizations.

To enhance the educational value of the program, participants are expected to contribute to small and large group activities within a highly interactive learning environment. Study groups are formed with participants from varied backgrounds and experience levels. Here, effective communication and teamwork skills are practised with the aim of achieving our EMBA objective.

All core courses are conducted in English while a few electives are conducted in Chinese (Cantonese and Mandarin).

EMBA (Chinese)

- Overview
In recent years, there has been a clear growth trend in the number of Chinese-speaking executives in Mainland, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. In managing the growth of their companies, these executives encounter the great challenges of building leadership, developing positioning strategies, and managing risk, which they require comprehensive business knowledge to overcome. Hong Kong, as a city that integrates East and West, is in a good position to provide high-quality executive education to the growing number of Chinese-speaking executives. In this regards, CUHK Business School thus introduces a Putonghua version of the Executive Master of Business Administration course.

- Introduction
CUHK Business School introduces a Putonghua version of the Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) program, in which lectures will be conducted in Putonghua supported by English. To facilitate the understanding of the Greater China environment and its connection to the global business landscape, lectures, seminars, and company visits will be conducted in Shenzhen, Hong Kong, and outside China.
The objective of the program is to provide senior managers with knowledge of modern management theory and practice and to enhance their problem-solving skills to better face the challenges and opportunities of the dynamic business environment in Greater China. Students admitted to the program and who successfully fulfill all of the requirements to a satisfactory level will be granted a Master of Business Administration degree from the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

Find out how to apply here - https://www.emba.cuhk.edu.hk/page.aspx?corpname=sg&i=482

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To strengthen its position as a regional financial hub, Hong Kong must further develop and capitalize on its human capital. The recent financial crisis reflects a strong need for creative decision making drawn from diverse disciplines far beyond the codified knowledge currently taught in traditional finance programs. The capability to articulate innovative, multi-faceted strategies at top-tier institutional level characterizes sustainable corporate achievements in the globally integrated market. These leadership skills demand mastery of requisite financial theories and techniques, backed by superior quantitative skills and specialized knowledge in advanced finance.

The MSc programme in Finance at CUHK has been especially restructured to offer a dynamic, challenging curriculum with practical applications and relevance. The programme aims to develop students’ critical reasoning skills necessary for formulating and executing financial advisory, risk management, trading and quantitative analysis at all levels of an organization. Within our curriculum, the corporate finance stream will focus on economics, accounting, law, capital market and corporate financial management. The quantitative finance stream, drawing on applied mathematics, statistics and computer science, nurtures students’ quantitative capabilities to explore the underlying financial theories.

We welcome you on board to this uniquely rewarding and challenging academic experience.

Visit the website http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/mscfin/

Requirements

To join the program, applicants should have

- A Bachelor's degree with good honors not lower than second class or to achieve an average grade of not lower than "B"

- Applicant should submit GMAT* score report taken in or after January 2012. GRE is accepted in lieu of the GMAT.
GMAT not lower than 600, verbal not lower than 21.
GRE not lower than Verbal Reasoning 151, Quantitative Reasoning 153 and Analytical Writing 3.6

- Satisfy the English Language Proficiency Requirement by,
possessing a Bachelor's degree obtained by completing a programme of study in Hong Kong or an English-speaking country; or

submitting TOEFL or IELTS (Academic Format) report
TOEFL not lower than 79 internet-based
IELTS not lower than Band 6.5; or

providing alternative evidence of English proficiency equivalent to one of the preceding measures.

*Applicants are required to arrange for the Educational Testing Service to send their GMAT/GRE scores to CUHK by mail. The GMAT code for this Program is R9H-0W-85 and the GRE institution/department code is R3153/4102.

Why MSc in Finance at CUHK

It is because the program:
- develops and strengthens students’ practical skills in solving real-life tasks and problems

- focuses on applying finance theories and techniques to address opportunities and challenges faced by professionals in the finance industry

- is jointly taught by prominent academics and seasoned practitioners

- has the World’s Real-time Finance Trading Laboratory to nurture talent with real market experience

Study Plan (Full-time)

The full-time program targets junior professionals or fresh graduates so the courses place great emphasis in the training of quantitative skills as well as that of professional communication skill.

Students must complete nine required courses and three elective courses offered in the regular terms within one year. Each course bears three credit units. The elective offering is subject to change.

Newly admitted students are offered pre-term courses (provisional) from July to August before the commencement of the first term.

Course Brochure - http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/mscfin/pdf/CUHK_MSc%20Fin_Full-time_Brochure.pdf

Study Plan (Part-time)

The part-time program targets executive with extensive work experience so the courses aim to develop students’ knowledge base in both corporate finance and investment, with flexibility built in to accommodate the taxing schedule of working students.

Students must complete five required courses and five elective courses within two years. Each course bears three credit units. The elective offering is subject to change.

Newly admitted students are offered pre-term courses (provisional) from July to August before the commencement of the first term.

Course Brochure - http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/mscfin/pdf/CUHK_MSc%20Fin_Part-time%20%20Brochure.pdf

Course exemption

Students may be granted exemption from courses if they have taken similar or equivalent courses in their postgraduate studies with satisfactory performance at least a “B” grade or above. Supporting documents such as academic transcripts, course syllabus must be provided. Maximum of six units may be granted. Upon exemption from courses, students will be required to replace the exempted courses with electives of equal units.

Applications will be assessed individually and subject to University’s final approval.

Career Management

The career office of the Department of Finance provides advising services, career events and employment information to the MSc in Finance students.

- Advising
The career advisors deliver one-on-one or group coaching sessions on career development strategies, exploring new market, updating resumes, polishing cover letters, as well as refining interview skills, etc.

- Career events
Career workshops, networking sessions and career talks are organized on campus wide as well as specifically for MSc in Finance students. The career office delivers relevant information to our current students via email regularly.

- Employment
Graduates of MSc in Finance are in high demand in Hong Kong market and abroad. The career office also assists corporate recruiters looking to hire MSc in Finance students for full-time positions, part-time positions and internships.

Find out how to apply here - https://mbaonline.baf.cuhk.edu.hk/mscfin/

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This program develops students to become T-shaped professionals in the new global, knowledge based economy by equipping them with both advanced IT technical and managerial skills needed to pursue a successful career.

In this era of market globalization, information technology has emerged as a fundamental factor in the success of business operations. The role of information technology is particularly important for service industries such as finance, insurance, real estates, transport logistics and hospitality in which efficiency provides a definite competitive edge. To improve our service industries and secure Hong Kong’s position as a leading digital city, business managers must be equipped with knowledge of most up-to-date information technology (IT) and business management, and must be able to apply that knowledge to plan and deploy information systems that enhance productivity, competitiveness and performance of their organizations. The Master of Science Program in Information and Technology Management (MSc in ITM) is specially designed to meet this need.

The Program is aimed at individuals with a technical or engineering background who would like to gain the requisite knowledge in technology management, and at business graduates who wish to acquire cutting-edge IT proficiency. The Program also offers a good foundation for students who prepare to pursue further studies in PhD.

Visit the website http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/index.php/programs/masters/msc-in-information-technology-management-1/program-overview/

Program Aims

The Master of Science Program in Information and Technology Management aims to equip students with the latest knowledge and advanced technical and managerial skills in information technology and management required to pursue successful careers in the new global, knowledge-based economy.

Program Features

- Target Students
This taught Master Program is designed for those with either engineering or business backgrounds. The Full-time mode is particularly suitable for individuals from mainland China and other countries, while the Part-time mode suits working professionals.

- Medium of Instruction
In-class lectures and teaching materials are mainly in English, with the exception that some courses with unique nature are preferred to be taught in Chinese.

- Duration of Study
The Program is offered in both Full-time and Part-time modes. Each academic year is divided into regular trimesters (13 weeks each) and an intensive summer term.

- Class Schedule
For Full-time mode, required courses are scheduled in daytime while elective courses are offered during weekday evenings and/or Saturdays. For Part-time mode, classes are held on weekday evenings and/or Saturdays.

Some elective courses are taught intensively over a two-to-three-week period or in Summer Term.

Afternoon and Saturday classes are held at the University's Shatin campus, whereas the weekday evening classes are usually held in the teaching centers in Kowloon Tong or Central, subject to classroom availability.

Curriculum

Our dedicated curriculum offers a selected range of courses in information and technology management, data and knowledge management, supply chain management, total quality management, business process re-engineering, project management, enterprise resource planning, and decision making etc.

- Program of Study
All students are required to attend the mandatory orientation activities.To complete the Program, both Full-time and Part-time students are required to pass 30 credits, comprising 15 credits of required courses and 15 credits of elective courses. Both required and elective courses under ITM curriculum are 3-credit courses.

Program Brochure - http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/images/Master/MScITM_brochure.pdf

Find out how to apply here - http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/index.php/programs/masters/msc-in-information-technology-management-1/apply-now

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This program delivers knowledge in global real estate and hospitality assets. It teaches students how to analyze and execute investment propositions in industries given the changing institutional and economic environment.

The CUHK MSc in Management of Real Estate and Hospitality Assets Program delivers world class and state of the art knowledge in global real estate and hospitality assets. The program of study is based in Hong Kong leveraging upon the locational advantage of Hong Kong as a leader of the real estate and hospitality industries in Asia.

The real estate industry is an important pillar of the economies in Asia and the hospitality industry is one of the largest and fastest growing industries in China and Asia. As the economies in Asia grow, the real estate industries in these economies also grow in prominence. The hospitality industry, in turn, is associated with real estate development, including hotels, serviced apartments, resorts, spas, theme parks, timeshares, shopping centers, airports, gaming, casinos and other entertainment venues.

In addition to the high quality standardized courses, this business program will specifically teach students how to analyze and execute investment propositions in the real estate and hospitality industries given the rapidly changing institutional and economic environment in Hong Kong, Mainland China and Asia. This program is suited to students who intend to pursue a management career in senior positions in the real estate, hospitality, investment banking and strategic consulting industries. The program is taught by the faculty members of the School of Hotel and Tourism Management of CUHK in conjunction with experienced and leading industry practitioners. Our mission is to nurture a new generation of thinkers and leaders to compliment the continued growth of the real estate and hospitality industries on a global scale.

Visit the website http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/index.php/programs/masters/msc-in-hospitality-and-real-estate-management/program-overview-msc-in-hospitality-and-real-estate-management-program

Program Aims

The MSc in Management in Real Estate and Hospitality Assets program aims to cultivate senior level management in these industries, with the objectives of allowing graduates to achieve the following:

- Develop a strategic mindset so that students are able to quickly identify and assess the critical issues in a complex deal and/or management situation. They would be able to apply the advanced and updated knowledge to solve business and management challenges in the highly competitive real estate and hospitality industries.

- Develop conceptual and creative thinking ability. They would be able to understand the changing macro forces that are shaping the global economy, industries and firms' performances. Students would be competent in analysing and interpreting quantitive and qualitative data and derive insights to make quality decisions that are creative and innovative.

- Develop interpersonal and networking skills and gain a greater awareness of how personal style and group dynamic influences the quality of leadership and decision-making.

- Capacity to manage strategic business issues in real estate and hospitality from a global perspective and to specialize in real estate and hospitality sector of investment banking and strategic consulting industries.

Career Prospects

This program is suited to students who intend to pursue a career in senior positions in the hospitality, real estate, investment banking and strategic consulting industries.

Program Brochure - http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/images/Master/MSc%20MRE%202016-17%20Leaflet.pdf

Find out how to apply here - http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/index.php/programs/masters/msc-in-hospitality-and-real-estate-management/apply-now-msc-hospitality-and-real-estate-management

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This program is designed to deliver the latest knowledge in the theoretical development of marketing, which helps to equip students with the abilities to exercise analytical, strategic and innovative thinking, and make intelligent marketing decisions.

The MSc Program in Marketing emphasizes the department's present competitive strengths in the areas of Marketing in China, Service Marketing, CRM, Brand Management and Strategic Marketing. In addition, the program is unique in that it provides students not only with a thorough and in-depth knowledge base in marketing but also a wide range of advanced marketing electives not usually encountered in a normal undergraduate marketing or MBA program.

Visit the website http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/index.php/programs/masters/msc-in-marketing/program-overview

Admission Requirements

Applicants are required to meet the following requirements:

- Have a recognized bachelor’s degree with honors (not lower than second class lower division or B grade) or equivalent professional qualification.

- Provide a satisfactory GMAT score
Applicants should arrange to send the official GMAT scores (SCHOOL COPY) to the Program Office, MSc Program in Marketing of The Chinese University of Hong Kong: Program code for MSc Program in Marketing is R9H-0W-23
For admission purpose, the scores of GMAT tests taken more than five years prior to the admission year will not be considered.
Online registration details of GMAT: http://www.mba.com/global.

- Applicants should fulfill one of the following English Language Proficiency Requirements of the University before admitted to the Program:
possess a pass grade in English in one of the following examinations:
Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (AS Level);
Hong Kong Higher Level Examination;
CUHK Matriculation Examination; or

achieve Level 4 or above in the English Language subject of the Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) Examinatoin; or
a degree from a university in Hong Kong or an English speaking country; or
achieve the specified scores in the following tests:
TOEFL (Paper-based: 550; Computer-based: 213; Internet-based: 79);
GMAT (verbal) (Band 21);
IELTS (Academic) (Band 6.5); or

- Applicants with degrees awarded by overseas universities through distance learning programs or through the completion of a curriculum of short duration are required to provide an assessment report from the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic & Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ) on the level of qualification obtained.

Program Aims

The aim of MSc in Marketing program is to provide students who aspire to be highly capable marketing professionals with advanced marketing knowledge and necessary skills.

Upon completion of the program,

- Students will be able to apply marketing concepts, principles and theories to implement effective marketing operations.
- Students will be able to apply advanced analytical and quantitative techniques in making sound marketing decisions.
- Students will be able to analyze the impact of different national features and adapt appropriate marketing strategy and marketing decisions.
- Students will be able to assess the ethical implications of marketing decisions and be able to respond appropriately to them.
- Students will understand issues related to leading/managing sales and/or marketing teams.

Duration

The Program is offered in both Full-time and Part-time modes in which they are trimester-based. It is designed for students to complete the program with the normative study period of 1 year (Full-time) and 2 years (Part-time). During regular trimesters, classes of Full-time program are held on weekday mornings/afternoons/evenings and/or Saturdays. For Part-time program, classes are held on weekday evenings and/or Saturdays.

Study Plan

- Full-time
Candidates are required to complete one pre-requisite course in the pre-term, seven core courses and four elective courses offered in the regular terms within one year. Each course equals to three credit units. The pre-requisite course and seven core courses are offered by the MSc Program in Marketing. For the elective courses, candidates may choose at most six (6) units of courses offered by the MSc Program in Marketing or courses offered by other MSc programs in CUHK Business School and the MSSc Program in Advertising offered by the School of Journalism and Communication, upon the approval of the Program Director. Students are required to attend a two-week pre-term course (pre-requisite course) in August before the first term commences.

Program Brochure - http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/images/Master/MScMKT_Brochure.pdf

Find out how to apply here - http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/index.php/programs/masters/msc-in-marketing/apply-now

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This program is designed to impart concepts and practical knowledge of professional accounting to students and to develop their conceptual and analytical abilities for the attainment of professional accounting qualifications.

The Master of Accountancy (MAcc) Program has enjoyed a strong reputation as a highly-respected program since its launch in 1998. In 2008, the Program curriculum was re-designed to also cater for the emerging needs of non-accounting degree graduates who would like to equip themselves with intensive accounting education and prepare for a career in the accounting field. The Part One curriculum is equivalent to our Postgraduate Diploma in Professional Accountancy (PDPA) Program (http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/index.php/programs/postgraduate-diploma-in-professional-accountancy/program-overview), which is accredited by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) as a conversion program under its Qualification Program (QP). The Part Two curriculum prepares accountants on how to integrate the various aspects of accounting knowledge and apply them to the work environment.

We are committed to providing our students with an open, dynamic and interactive learning environment. In addition to lectures, the Program provides students with ample opportunities to engage in two-way discussions with professors and accounting professionals in discussion groups, projects and seminars.

Visit the website http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/index.php/programs/masters/master-of-accountancy/program-overview

Program Aims

Our Program is designed to impart concepts and practical knowledge of professional accounting to participants and further develop their conceptual and analytical abilities for the attainment of professional accounting qualifications. The Program:

- Provides non-accounting graduates with solid training in the core areas of professional accounting;
- Develops and enhances students' analytical and conceptual skills and abilities, particularly those related to accounting problems and issues;
- Enables students to obtain the necessary competency in professional accounting and thus to contribute significantly to both their workplaces and the accounting profession;
- Assists non-accounting graduates to become professional accountants;
- Serves anyone in businesses who wants to strengthen their knowledge in accountancy; and
- Enhance students' networking opportunities with people of diverse background.

Student Enrichment Activities

- Internship Program
Internship placements are offered to outstanding students, which provide a good opportunity to gain international exposure and practical working experience in well established accounting firms located in Hong Kong and mainland China.

- Study Tour
Overseas study tour is organized to broaden students’ horizons through company visits and interactions with professionals and local students from the overseas University. Last year, our students gained a rewarding learning experience in Taiwan.

- Career Workshop
A range of recruitment talks and career workshops are organized by The Career Planning and Development Centre and the MAcc program to provide students with comprehensive job market information and to equip students with essential skills in interviews, business etiquette etc.

- Language Workshop
All kinds of language workshops is organized by The Independent Learning Centre (ILC) and the MAcc program to enhance students’ language proficiency. In addition, a Cantonese Workshop is arranged to help our non-local students adapt to Hong Kong.

Structure and Courses (2015/16)

Full-time classes are normally conducted at daytime during weekday. Part-time classes are normally conducted at daytime and evening during weekend and weekday respectively.

The MAcc curriculum for the full-time and part-time mode is the same. It is divided into two parts. Part One consists of six core courses that equip students fulfill the requirements of professional examinations, and Part Two consists of six elective courses that allow them to deepen their knowledge in several areas of accounting. Each course carries three credits and students are required to complete 12 courses (i.e. 36 units) for graduation.

Program Brochure - http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/images/Master/MAcc_Brochure_Artwork.pdf

Course and Unit Exemption

Graduates of the CUHK PDPA Program are exempted from Part One courses.* Accounting graduates of recognized universities or graduates of other postgraduate diploma programs in accounting may also receive exemption from these courses at the discretion of the Program Director and with approval from the Dean of Graduate School. Students should observe the procedures listed in the Postgraduate Student Handbook and submit their application to the Graduate School via the Program.
Program Overview

* Graduates must attain a minimum GPA 3.0 or above in PDPA program

Find out how to apply here - http://www.bschool.cuhk.edu.hk/index.php/programs/masters/master-of-accountancy/apply-now

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Definitive Programme Document - http://apss.polyu.edu.hk/files/maspsd_dpd_1617_final.pdf

Programme Aims

The MA in social Policy and Social Development Programme aims to prepare students to develop the necessary core professional and personal competence required to work in the field of social policy and to engage in professional practices in social development. This involves gaining critical knowledge and skills in analysing and appreciating local and global policy issues and the ability to formulate and assess policy options that ensure effective, appropriate and sustainable outcomes, uphold social justice and improve social well-being. To these ends, the programme is designed to bring together theory and practice that enables participants in the programme to meet challenges in social development ethically and imaginatively.

Special Features

Unlike most other postgraduate programmes in social policy, this MASPSD is designed for those who are either to embark on a career in Social Policy and Social Development or those who are already mid-career practitioners seeking to improve their knowledge about public and non-government sectors specialising in social policy and planning for social development. It is structured to offer rigorous, interdisciplinary and hands-on training across a number of academic, managerial and professional disciplines that prepare participants to transfer knowledge into action to bring about social development, especially through responsible policy analysis, formulation, impact assessment and evaluation.

The programme will provide students with a solid foundation in social policy analysis that can be adapted and applied in many fields of human service provision and practice in social development. Graduates are expected to gain the competence necessary to participate effectively in social policy processes, conduct needs assessments, evaluate policy impacts and develop appropriate and relevant policy options that respond responsibly to new challenges in social development.

Programme Structure

‌•MA : to be eligible for the award, students are required to take 30 credits (6 Required Subjects including the Integrative Project and 4 Elective Subjects).
‌•PgD : Students who have successfully completed 21 credits (5 Required Subjects and 2 Elective Subjects) can exit that programme with a Postgraduate Diploma.
‌•PgC : Students who have successfully completed 12 credits (2 Required Subjects and 2 Elective Subjects) can exit the programme with a Postgraduate Certificate.

Professional Recognition

Graduates of this programme may apply for membership of the International Association for Impact Assessment (IAIA).

Core Areas of Study

Required Subjects

‌•Policy Research Method
‌•Social Context and ethics
‌•Social Policy Analysis and Social Accountability
‌•Social Planning and the Policy Process
‌•Theory and Practice of Social Development
‌•Integrative Project


Elective Subjects

‌•Assessing Globalization and Social Development
‌•Managing Information in Social Service Organizations
‌•Organization Theories and Analysis
‌•Comparative Social Policy and Social Development
‌•Contemporary Issues in Social Policy
‌•Digital Technologies and Social Development
‌•Social Impact Assessment
‌•Social Policy and Social Development in China
‌•Social Policy Evaluation

Application Period and Submission of Application

Application period and submission of application
‌•Applicants can obtain the application material and submit online application via [email protected] during Application Period.

Application Period

‌•http://www.polyu.edu.hk/study > Postgraduate Programmes > Select a Programme
‌•Late applications will be considered subject to availability of places.

Submit an Application

‌•http://www.polyu.edu.hk/study

Enquiries

Please contact Mr. Ken WAN at 2766 5784 or e-mail to Ms Angel SHING at [email protected] for enquiry

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The master of science in applied economics (MScAEcon) program provides an in-depth understanding of the economic mechanism of our economy. This enables graduates to make strategic decisions for business enterprises, public organisations as well as individuals in view of the drastic changes in the world economy.

The program is designed to maintain a balance between advanced theoretical coverage and applied economic analyses of the real world. The objective of the economics program is to train competent analysts in government, NGOs, financial institutions, and other major corporations.

Core Courses

ECON 7100 Research Workshops and Seminars
This course aims at preparing students for carrying out academic and applied research work. Students will learn how to identify economic issues, develop testable hypotheses,apply appropriate analytical tools, and write research proposal. This course provides students a thorough understanding of the entire process of doing academic research and applied research in Economics.

ECON 7150 Advanced Microeconomics
This course emphasises rigorous treatments of the optimisation behaviour of individual agents. Modern treatments of uncertainty, strategic decision making, as well as applying the dual relationship between economic functions in the price space and the quantity space to comparative statics analyses, provides fundamental tools to other applied studies.

ECON 7160 Advanced Macroeconomics
This course introduces students to important topics in macroeconomics, including growth theory, business cycles, New Keynesian theories, and recent development in macroeconomics. With the building of knowledge on both qualitative and quantitative macroeconomics, students are equipped with tools needed for understanding and conducting macroeconomic policy analysis.

ECON 7170 Applied Econometric Analysis
This course aims at covering graduate level applied econometric techniques to quantitatively solve empirical economic problems. In addition to the classical linear regression model, hypothesis testing and problems of non-spherical disturbances, more advanced topics are also considered. Students will be trained to formulate econometric models and to identify the causal relationships between economic variables using computer software. The emphasis is upon the interpretation and testing of results from different econometric estimation procedures. Students will also be provided with practical experience of applying these techniques to quantitatively solve empirical problems that arise in economics and business.

ECON 7310 Economic Institutions in China
This course studies key economic institutions of China that have emerged in the course of transition from a planned to a market economy. These institutions are not necessarily the first-best choices from the perspective of conventional theories of market economy, but they might overcome some of typical institutional weaknesses of transitional economies. Drawing on major contributions in recent economics literature, the costs and benefits of adopting these institutions by China will be analysed.

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A master's programme to prepare students for business in China and on the world stage.

A Career Starter

Launched in 2012, the Master of Science in Business Management (MScBM) Programme provides a general focus on junior business executives and fresh graduates from all disciplines wishing to jumpstart their business careers. With a broad and comprehensive scope ranging from accounting & finance, business law, marketing to management, and an emphasis on dimensions of international business, students shall refine their business knowledge, gain practical experience, hone personal skills, and be ready to kickstart their career.

China Focus, Global Perspective

The MScBM programme curriculum incorporates a wealth of China elements to equip students with general knowledge and skills necessary for success on the Chinese Mainland. Our China-related elective courses, to name but a few, include Legal Aspects of China Trade and Investment, International Trade and Finance in China, and Chinese Wisdom and Management. To further accentuate this China focus, students of the programme are uniquely benefited from a connection with the alumni of the MBA and MScBM programme – many of whom are senior business executives in China –through a series of learning and social activities. This connection provides valuable learning and interactive experience.

Hong Kong Baptist University also offers opportunities for international exchange via its partnership with overseas and Mainland partner institutions, with possibility of credit transfer to the MScBM programme. Moreover, as part of the programme, MScBM students can choose to participate in a one-week business field study in a city in Greater China or overseas, during which they will evaluate a designated company or industry and draw up recommendations to improve business performance. It presents a stimulating environment where students may apply their knowledge of China/international business practices to tackle challenges in a real setting.

All-rounder development

The global business world is seeing a paradigm shift towards what is termed “soft skills” – where such attributes as attitude, intuition, ideas, creativity, energy, and engagement are increasingly valued. The MScBM programme aims at cultivating these aspects of our students through a combination of seminars, workshops, corporate visits and career development training under the umbrella "Executive Development Series” specifically designed to provide a “live learning” experience. These activities offer students practical experience from business leaders, chances to obtain knowledge and skills in leadership, presentation and professional image building, and grasp of latest job market developments.

International recognition and support for International Students

The programme has been triple accredited by the Association of MBAs (AMBA), Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) for full international recognition. We are among the rare 1% of the world’s business schools to obtain this triple accreditation.

International applicants of the programme are also supported by an array of scholarships including the Diversity Contribution Scholarship and other awards for distinguished achievements. International students are given support by the dedicated International Office of Hong Kong Baptist University to help them adapt to life on campus and in the vibrant city of Hong Kong.

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*Subject to approval*

Programme Aims

This programme provides participants with the opportunity to develop and expand knowledge, understanding and judgment in theoretical and practical disaster management and humanitarian action.

Programme Characteristics

‌•Designed to equip students with advanced knowledge, and to continue their personal development in disaster risk management and humanitarianism;
‌•Underpinned by a multidisciplinary approach that enables graduates to conduct theoretical and practical analysis, as well as evaluation to support disaster management and humanitarian action in global health contexts;
‌•Conducted by experienced disaster teaching team members who are trainers for continuing education courses and postgraduate programmes in disaster management;
‌•Collaborates with the Humanitarian and Conflict Response Institute at The University of Manchester, a leading global centre for the study of humanitarianism and international disaster management;
‌•Provides students with hands-on field placement experience to support their future career development; and
‌•Offers flexible online* study that enables part-time students to obtain a master's degree without residency and boundary restrictions.

* The Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China reserves the right to recognise the qualifications of online programmes.

Programme Structure

Compulsory Subjects

‌•Advanced Research Methods (Qualitative Research)
‌•Advanced Research Methods (Quantitative Research)
‌•Dissertation

Core Subjects

‌•Disaster Preparedness
‌•Emergency Humanitarian Assistance
‌•Introduction to Disaster Risk Management
‌•Recovery and Rehabilitation in a Disaster
‌•Risk, Vulnerability and Resilience Assessment

Elective Subjects

‌•Community Approach to Health
‌•Disaster and Mental Health
‌•Field Placement
‌•Humanitarianism and Conflict Response: Inquiries

Enquiries

For further programme information, please contact:
The General Office, School of Nursing
Tel: (852) 2766 4369;
Fax: (852) 2364 9663;
E-mail: [email protected]

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The programme offers an opportunity for professionals in health care and related disciplines to develop the knowledge, understanding and competencies necessary to function more effectively in addition to mastering the advanced use of information technology skills in health care settings.

Programme Aims

The programme is the first of its kind in Hong Kong. It aims to equip health care professionals and students from health-related disciplines, information technology, engineering or related backgrounds with advanced information technology skills for health care settings. The course contents will address the needs of health care providers and allow for the introduction, re-orientation and/or conversion to a field that is of direct relevance to the student's place of employment.

Mode and Duration of Study

This is a credit-based mixed mode programme with a normal duration of study of 1 year for full-time study and 3 years for part-time study. The maximum duration of study is 6 years.

Programme Structure

Students need to complete 30 credits comprising 4 compulsory, 2 core and 1 elective subjects plus a dissertation (or students can choose another 3 core/elective subjects of the programme to replace the dissertation).

List of Taught Subjects

Compulsory subjects

‌•Electronic Patient Records http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/SN5023.pdf
‌•Epistemology http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/SN5024.pdf
‌•Information Technology in Health Care http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/SN6006.pdf
‌•Professional Development in Health Informatics http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/SN5303.pdf
‌
Core subjects

‌•Applied Biosignal Processing http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/BME5115.pdf
‌•Business Intelligence and Data Mining http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/ISE5606.pdf
‌•Clinical Decision Making http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/HSS6004.pdf
‌•Computer Programming for Healthcare http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/HSS5308.pdf
‌•Data Mining and Data Warehousing Applications http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/COMP5121.pdf
‌•Digital Imaging and PACS http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/HTI5720.pdf
‌•Epidemiology
‌•Epidemiological Model Building for Healthcare and Risk Management
‌•Intelligent Information Systems http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/COMP5123.pdf
‌•Knowledge Management for Clinical Applications http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/HSS5304.pdf
‌•Principles of Knowledge Engineering and Management http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/ISE531.pdf
‌•Project Management http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/LGT5037.pdf

Elective subjects

‌•Advanced Database Systems
‌•Artificial Intelligence Concepts
‌•Bioinformatics in Health Sciences http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/HTI5052.pdf
‌•Clinical Research Methods
‌•Concepts of Health and Health Care http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/APSS581.pdf
‌•Database Systems and Management http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/COMP5111.pdf
‌•Enterprise Applications and Systems Management
‌•Ethics and Law in Clinical Practice
‌•Health Needs of the Community
‌•I‌nformation Security: Technologies and Systems http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/COMP5525.pdf
‌•Information System Development with Object-Oriented Methods http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/COMP5134.pdf
‌•Intellectual Property, Standard and Regulations of Medical Devices
‌•Internet Computing and Applications http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/COMP5322.pdf
‌•Internet Security: Principles and Practice
‌•Methods and Tools for Knowledge Management Systems http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/ISE543.pdf
‌•Quality Management of Health Care Services
‌•Rehabilitation Engineering
‌•Research Methods and Biostatistics
‌•Research Methods and Data Analysis http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/RS517.pdf
‌•Virtual Reality in Health Care http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/SN5307.pdf

Dissertation

‌•Dissertation http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/HSS5903.pdf

Admission and Application

For more information on admission to the MSc in Health Informatics programme, please click the links below:

Programme Leaflet http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/docs/en/education/mschi/MScHI_leaflet_2016-17.pdf

e-Prospectus Entry and Online Application ([email protected]) http://www51.polyu.edu.hk/eprospectus/tpg/2016/06003-hif-hip

Definitive Programme Document; Dissertation Handbook and Forms (Intranet Access Only) http://fhss.polyu.edu.hk/en/education/mschi_info.html

Enquiries

For academic queries, please contact Dr. Thomas Choi
(Tel: 3400 3214; Email: [email protected])
For other matters, please contact Miss Rachel Tam
(Tel: 2766 4267; Email: [email protected])

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This programme provides advanced theory, knowledge and clinical skills for rehabilitation professionals. It also prepares graduates to assume leadership positions in clinical research and professional practice, offering a flexible programme of study for both specialist training and professional training.

Programme Aims

Graduates of this programme will be able to:

‌•Meet the changing needs in practice and contribute to the development of rehabilitation;
‌•Demonstrate a lifelong ability to critically analyze and evaluate ongoing practice so that the quality of practice can be advanced and ensured;
‌•Assess patients and make rational decisions regarding physiotherapeutic approaches to treatment, through a logical clinical reasoning process;
‌•Demonstrate the level of proficiency, confidence and independence in the safety use of manipulative physiotherapy expected of a graduate in the field; and
‌•Critically evaluate the management methods and to work in the framework of evidence-based approach.

Programme Characteristics

‌•This programme fulfills all requirements of international monitoring by International Federation of Orthopaedic Manipulative Physical Therapists (IFOMPT).
‌•Students who successfully complete the award are eligible to apply for full membership of Manipulative Therapy Specialty Group of the Hong Kong Physiotherapy Association, which is a member organization of IFOMPT.
‌•Unique experience in Chinese manual therapy in an East–meets-West context.
‌•Programme aimed at clinical specialization. Highly commended by clinicians and clinic/ department managers of private and public organizations.
‌•Balance of theory, practice and scientific investigation components.
‌•Reasonable credit transfer considered for equivalent subjects earned at postgraduate level.
‌•This programme does not confer eligibility for registration with the Physiotherapist Board of Hong Kong.

How to Apply

The award of MSc in Manipulative Physiotherapy admit students in alternate year:

‌•MSc in Manipulative Physiotherapy programme will invite application for September 2017 Entry
‌•Application period: late November 2016 to 28 Feb 2017
‌•For application, please visit http://www.polyu.edu.hk/study

Programme Structure

1 compulsory subject - 3 credits
7 core subjects - 21 credits
1 project study - 6 credits
Total - 30 credits

Proposed Study Plan for Full-time One-year Study
1 Year Full-Time Study
Semester 1 (Sept –Jan.)
‌•Research Methods and Data Analysis*
‌•Physical Diagnosis of Neuro-musculoskeletal Disorders*
‌•Diagnostic Procedures in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy*
‌•Project Study
Semester 2 (Jan –May)
‌•Advanced Principle and Practice of Manipulative Physiotherapy (Lower Quarter)*
‌•Advanced Principle and Practice of Manipulative Physiotherapy (Upper Quarter)*
‌•Musculoskeletal Injury and Repair*
‌•Project Study
Semester 3 (June-July)
‌•Advanced Manipulative Physiotherapy Practice I & II (6 weeks full-time day clinic)
* Evening classes


Proposed Study Plan for Part-time Study
Year 1 Semester 1 (Sept –Jan.)
‌•Research Methods and Data Analysis*
‌•Physical Diagnosis of Neuro-musculoskeletal Disorders*
‌•Diagnostic Procedures in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy*
Semester 2 (Jan –May)
‌•Advanced Principle and Practice of Manipulative Physiotherapy (Lower Quarter)*
‌•Advanced Principle and Practice of Manipulative Physiotherapy (Upper Quarter)*
‌•Musculoskeletal Injury and Repair*
Year 2 Semester 1 (Sept –Jan.)
‌•Advanced Manipulative Physiotherapy Practice I*
Semester 2 (Jan –May)
‌•Advanced Manipulative Physiotherapy Practice II*
‌•Project Study
Semester 3 (June-July)
‌•Project Study (Cont.)

Core Areas of Study

Core Subjects
‌•Musculoskeletal Injury and Repair
‌•Diagnostic Procedures in Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
‌•Physical Diagnosis of Neuro-musculoskeletal Disorders
‌•Advanced Principle and Practice of Manipulative Physiotherapy (Lower Quarter)
‌•Advanced Principle and Practice of Manipulative Physiotherapy (Upper Quarter)
‌•Advanced Manipulative Physiotherapy Practice I
‌•Advanced Manipulative Physiotherapy Practice II

Postgraduate Scheme

The Postgraduate Scheme in Rehabilitation Sciences comprises the following awards:

‌•MSc in Manipulative Physiotherapy
‌•MSc in Occupational Therapy
‌•MSc in Rehabilitation of People with Development Disabilities
‌•MSc in Rehabilitation Sciences
‌•MSc in Sports Physiotherapy

The awards under this scheme admit students in alternate years:

‌•MSc in Manipulative Physiotherapy, MSc in Occupational Therapy and MSc in Sports Physiotherapy are offered in the same admission year.
‌•MSc in Rehabilitation of People with Developmental Disabilities and MSc in Rehabilitation Sciences are offered in the same admission year.

English Language Requirement

If you are not a native speaker of English, or your Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification is awarded by institutions where the medium of instruction is not English, you are expected to fulfil the following minimum English language requirement for admission purpose, unless otherwise specified by individual programmes concerned:

‌•A Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 80 for the Internet-based test or 550 for the paper-based test, OR
‌•An overall Band Score of at least 6 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

Individual cases will be considered on their own merit. Applicants may be required to attend interviews or tests to further demonstrate their language proficiency.

Enquiries

For academic matters, please contact:

Dr Joseph Ng

Tel : (852) 2766 6765
Email : [email protected]
For general matters, please contact:

General Office

Tel : (852) 2766 6728
Email : [email protected]

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Programme Aims

This award is offered within the Postgraduate Scheme in Health Technology, which aims to provide professionals in Medical Imaging, Radiotherapy, Medical Laboratory Science, Health Technology, as well as others interested in health technology, with an opportunity to develop advanced levels of knowledge and skills.

The award in Medical Imaging and Radiation Science is specially designed for professionals in medical imaging and radiotherapy and has the following aims.

A. Advancement in Knowledge and Skill
‌•To provide professionals in Medical Imaging and Radiotherapy, as well as others interested in health technology, with the opportunity to develop advanced levels of knowledge and skills;
‌•To develop specialists in their respective professional disciplines and enhance their career paths;
‌•To broaden students' exposure to a wider field of health science and technology to enable them to cope with the ever-changing demands of work;
‌•To provide a laboratory environment for testing problems encountered at work;
‌•To equip students with an advanced knowledge base in a chosen area of specialisation in medical imaging or radiotherapy to enable them to meet the changing needs of their disciplines and contribute to the development of medical imaging or radiation oncology practice in Hong ‌Kong; and
‌•To develop critical and analytical abilities and skills in the areas of specialisation that are relevant to the professional discipline to improve professional competence.

B. Professional Development
‌•To develop students' ability in critical analysis and evaluation in their professional practices;
‌•To cultivate within healthcare professionals the qualities and attributes that are expected of them;
‌•To acquire a higher level of awareness and reflection within the profession and the healthcare industry to improve the quality of healthcare services; and
‌•To develop students' ability to assume a managerial level of practice.

C. Evidence-based Practice
‌•To equip students with the necessary skill in research to enable them to perform evidence-based practice in the delivery of healthcare service and industry.

D. Personal Development
‌•To provide channels through which practising professionals can continuously develop themselves while at work; and
‌•To allow graduates to develop themselves further after graduation.

Programme Characteristics

The Medical Imaging and Radiation Science award offers channels for specialization and the broadening of knowledge for professionals in medical imaging and radiotherapy. It will appeal to students who are eager to become specialists or managers in their areas of practice. Clinical experience and practice in medical imaging and radiotherapy are integrated into the curriculum to encourage more reflective observation and active experimentation.

Programme Structure

The Postgraduate Scheme in Health Technology consists of the following awards:
‌•MSc in Medical Imaging and Radiation Science
‌•MSc in Medical Laboratory Science

A range of subjects that are specific to Medical Imaging and Radiation Science, and a variety of subjects of common interest and value to all healthcare professionals, are offered. In general, each subject requires attendance on one evening per week over a 13-week semester.

Award Requirements

Students must complete 1 Compulsory Subject (Research Methods & Biostatistics), 4 Core Specialism Specific Subjects, 2 Elective subjects (from any subjects within the Scheme) and a research-based Dissertation or 3 other subjects from the Scheme. They are encouraged to select a dissertation topic that is relevant to their professional and personal interests. Students who have successfully completed 30 credits, but who have taken fewer than the required 4 Core Specialism Specific Subjects, will be awarded a generic MSc in Health Technology without a specialism award.

Students who have successfully completed 18 credits, but who decide not to continue with the course of MSc study, may request to be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma (PgD) as follows:
PgD in a specialism if 1 Compulsory Subject, 4 Core Subjects and 1 Elective Subject are successfully completed; or
PgD in Health Technology (Generic) if 1 Compulsory Subject and any other 4 subjects within the Scheme are successfully completed.

Core Areas of Study

The following is a list of Core Subjects. Some subjects are offered in alternate years.

‌•Multiplanar Anatomy
‌•Advanced Radiotherapy Planning & Dosimetry
‌•Advanced Technology & Clinical Application in Computed Tomography
‌•Advanced Technology & Clinical Application in Magnetic Resonance Imaging
‌•Advanced Topics in Health Technology
‌•Advanced Ultrasonography
‌•Computed Tomography (CT): Practicum
‌•Digital Imaging & PACS
‌•Imaging Pathology
‌
Having selected the requisite number of subjects from the Core list, students can choose the remaining Core Subjects or other subjects available in this Scheme as Elective Subjects.

The two awards within the Scheme share a similar programme structure, and students can take subjects across disciplines. For subjects offered within the Scheme by the other discipline of study, please refer to the information on the MSc in Medical Laboratory Science.

English Language Requirements

If you are not a native speaker of English, and your Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification is awarded by institutions where the medium of instruction is not English, you are expected to fulfil the University’s minimum English language requirement for admission purpose. Please refer to the "Admission Requirements" http://www51.polyu.edu.hk/eprospectus/tpg/admissions-requirements section for details.

‌•Additional Document Required
‌•Employer's Recommendation
‌•Personal Statement
‌•Transcript / Certificate

How to Apply

For latest admission, please visit [email protected] http://www51.polyu.edu.hk/eprospectus/tpg and eAdmission http://www.polyu.edu.hk/admission

Enquiries

For further information, please contact:
Telephone: (852) 3400 8653
Fax: (852) 2362 4365
E-mail: [email protected]

For more details of the programme, please visit [email protected] website http://www51.polyu.edu.hk/eprospectus/tpg/2016/55005-rmf-rmp

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Programme Aims

This award is offered within the Postgraduate Scheme in Health Technology, which aims to provide professionals in Medical Imaging, Radiotherapy, Medical Laboratory Science, Health Technology, as well as others interested in health technology, with an opportunity to develop advanced levels of knowledge and skills.

A. Advancement in Knowledge and Skill
‌•To develop specialists in their respective professional disciplines to enhance their career paths;
‌•To broaden students' exposure to health science and technology to enable them to cope with the ever-changing demands of work; and
‌•To provide a laboratory environment for testing problems encountered at work.

Students develop intellectually, professionally and personally while advancing their knowledge and skills in Medical Laboratory Science. The specific aims of this award are:
‌•To broaden and deepen students' knowledge and expertise in Medical Laboratory Science;
‌•To introduce students to advances in selected areas of diagnostic laboratory techniques;
‌•‌To develop in students an integrative and collaborative team approach to the investigation of common diseases;
‌•To foster an understanding of the management concepts that are relevant to clinical laboratories; and
‌•To develop students' skills in communication, critical analysis and problem solving.

B. Professional Development
‌•To develop students' ability in critical analysis and evaluation in their professional practices;
‌•To cultivate within healthcare professionals the qualities and attributes that are expected of them;
‌•To acquire a higher level of awareness and reflection within the profession and the healthcare industry to improve the quality of healthcare services; and
‌•To develop students' ability to assume a managerial level of practice.

C. Evidence-based Practice
‌•To equip students with the necessary research skills to enable them to perform evidence-based practice in the delivery of healthcare service.

D. Personal Development
‌•To provide channels for practising professionals to continuously develop themselves while at work; and
‌•To allow graduates to develop themselves further after graduation.

Programme Characteristics

Our laboratories are well-equipped to support students in their studies, research and dissertations. Our specialised equipment includes a flow cytometer, cell culture facilities, basic and advanced instruments for molecular biology research (including thermal cyclers, DNA sequencers, real-time PCR systems and an automatic mutation detection system), microplate systems for ELISA work, HPLC, FPLC, tissue processors, automatic cell analysers, a preparative ultracentrifuge and an automated biochemical analyser.

This programme is accredited by the Institute of Biomedical Science (UK), and graduates are eligible to apply for Membership of the Institute.

Programme Structure

The Postgraduate Scheme in Health Technology consists of the following awards:
‌•MSc in Medical Imaging and Radiation Science
‌•MSc in Medical Laboratory Science

A range of subjects that are specific to the Medical Laboratory Science profession, and a variety of subjects of common interest and value to all healthcare professionals, are offered. In general, each subject requires attendance on one evening per week over a 13-week semester.

Award Requirements

Students must complete 1 Compulsory Subject (Research Methods & Biostatistics), 4 Core Specialism Specific Subjects, 2 Elective Subjects (from any subjects within the Scheme) and a research-based Dissertation. They are encouraged to select a dissertation topic that is relevant to their professional and personal interests.

Students who have successfully completed 30 credits, but who have taken fewer than the required 4 Core Specialism Specific Subjects, will be awarded a generic MSc in Health Technology without a specialism award.

Students who have successfully completed 18 credits, but who decide not to continue with their course of MSc study, may request to be awarded a Postgraduate Diploma (PgD) as follows:
‌•PgD in a specialism if 1 Compulsory Subject, 4 Core Subjects and 1 Elective Subject are successfully completed; or
‌•PgD in Health Technology (Generic) if 1 Compulsory Subject and any other 5 Subjects within the Scheme are successfully completed.

Core Areas of Study

The following is a list of the Core Medical Laboratory Science Subjects. Some subjects are offered only in alternate years.
‌
•Integrated Medical Laboratory Science
‌•Advanced Topics in Health Technology
‌•Clinical Applications of Molecular Diagnostics in Healthcare
‌•Clinical Chemistry
‌•Epidemiology
‌•Haematology & Transfusion Science
‌•Histopathology & Cytology
‌•I‌mmunology
‌•Medical Microbiology
‌•Molecular Technology in the Clinical Laboratory
‌•Workshops on Advanced Molecular Diagnostic Technology

Having selected the requisite number of subjects from the Core list, students can choose the remaining Core Subjects or other subjects available in this Scheme as Elective Subjects.

The two awards within the Scheme share a similar programme structure, and students may take subjects across disciplines. For subjects offered within the Scheme by the other discipline of study, please refer to the information on the MSc in Medical Imaging and Radiation Science.

English Language Requirements

If you are not a native speaker of English, and your Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification is awarded by institutions where the medium of instruction is not English, you are expected to fulfil the University’s minimum English language requirement for admission purpose. Please refer to the "Admission Requirements" http://www51.polyu.edu.hk/eprospectus/tpg/admissions-requirements section for details.

Additional Document Required
Transcript / Certificate

Other Information
Suitable candidates may be invited to attend interviews.

How to Apply

For latest admission info, please visit [email protected] http://www51.polyu.edu.hk/eprospectus/tpg and eAdmission http://www.polyu.edu.hk/admission

Enquiries

For further information, please contact:
Telephone: (852) 3400 8653
Fax: (852) 2362 4365
E-mail: [email protected]

For more details of the programme, please visit [email protected] http://www51.polyu.edu.hk/eprospectus/tpg/2016/55005-mmf-mmp website.

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