Master of Business Administration

Programme Director: Dr WAN, Shui Ki

The MBA is a post-experience taught master’s degree programme designed to equip students with the necessary skills and perspectives for managing a business successfully.  The central theme throughout the programme is international business balanced by a focus on China business, and the application of this knowledge.  The programme is offered in part-time mode off campus in selected mainland locations for executives in mainland China.

Following the aims and objectives described above, the MBA Programme Learning Goals (Programme Intended Learning Outcomes) are as follows:

1. Students will develop executive-level management-specific skills;
2. Students will cultivate a global perspective and cultural sensitivity to enhance their practical experience;
3. Students will develop comprehensive transdisciplinary business knowledge tailored to the dynamic landscape of the digital transformation era; and
4. Students will enhance their ethical and socially sustainable responsible leadership strategies.

Class sessions are held on weekends, both Saturdays and Sundays.  The courses are scheduled to provide individuals who have full-time employment with the opportunity to complete the programme in four semesters over a two-year period. With special permission, a student may extend his or her study for a period of not more than 12 months.

Instructional delivery of the programme is by means of an integrative approach to learning, drawing upon the various disciplines housed in the School of Business.  The teaching methods used in the programme are aimed at integrating the study of formal theory and the development of work-related skills within each subject area.  This is accomplished through the use of both inductive and deductive learning.  Emphasis is placed on active, problem-centred learning through the analysis and discussion of assigned readings, cases and problems, and consultancy-type projects.  Informative lectures are integrated with a participative tutorial approach, and the completion of problem-centred assignments and projects.  Local managers and business professionals will assist in these exercises and in delivering lectures, in order to share their experiences and insights with students.  The structure of the programme and its delivery are designed to capitalize on the work experience of students.

Students are required to complete a group project or develop a business plan through which they apply their knowledge, skills and understanding of selected business concepts, practices and techniques.  The project is company-based and integrative in nature.  Upon completing the project, students will submit a written report and make an oral presentation to the faculty and client company.

The structure of the curriculum is as follows:

Requirements

* The advanced elective courses list may vary, depending upon demand and teaching resources.