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MBA Program Offi ceThe HKUST Business SchoolThe Hong Kong University of Science and TechnologyClear Water Bay, Kowloon, Hong KongTel: (852) 2358 7539 Fax: (852) 2705 9596 Email: [email protected] Website: www.mba.ust.hk
Part-time MBA Program
Reach beyond
WHY HKUST
3 The HKUST Business School
6 HKUST MBA Advantages
THE PROGRAM
9 Design and Schedule
12 MBA Courses
16 Students and Faculty
BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
24 International Exchange Program
26 Enrichment Activities
27 Alumni Network
28 Saturday Classes on Campus
ADMISSIONS
30 Applying to HKUST MBA
32 The MBA Team
Contents
2 Why HKUST 3Why HKUST
The HKUST Business SchoolBeyond Your Expectations
First Asian school to receive AACSB accreditation, 1999
World No. 11, Asia No. 1: MBA 2008
World No. 3: Open new career opportunities category 2008
World No. 6: Personal development and educational experience category 2008
ECONOMIST INTELLIGENCE UNIT
First business school in Asia to receive EQUIS accreditation, 2000
The HKUST Business School has garnered an international
reputation for melding the best elements of western business
education with Asian management philosophies. Regarded
as the top business school in the region, this is a place where
pioneering academic and business minds connect to prepare
you for tomorrow’s world.
World No. 1: Kellogg-HKUST EMBA 2007
World No. 17: MBA 2008
World No. 2: International faculty category 2008
World No. 5: MBA International experience category 2008
World No. 20: MBA International mobility category 2008
World No. 20: Research category 2008
Asia Pacifi c No. 1: Executive Education (custom programs) 2003-07
FINANCIAL TIMES
4 Why HKUST 5Why HKUST
Your MBA Choice
“ To advance your career in today’s competitive
environment, you need to be a leader who makes a
difference. You need to understand the global economy
and to appreciate different perspectives. ”
The HKUST part-time MBA is designed with your future in mind: the best of
Western business school education combined with relevant insights into Asia
and China; a broad range of courses and the option of a dual degree; a fi rst-rate
student body, including international exchange program members and Shenzhen
part-time participants, to help build networks and widen your world outlook.
Our top-ranked program is specially structured to enable you to develop your
knowledge and skills in the areas you require. Alongside our regular curriculum,
we offer enrichment activities and insights from business leaders at MBA Saturday
Luncheons and enrichment talks. Meanwhile, our beautiful campus and state-of-
the-art facilities provide a wonderful environment for study and self-development.
All these elements create close bonds among students and a strong alumni
network to build future support.
Your success is our success. We look forward to you joining us for the
HKUST MBA.
Prof Steven DeKrey, PhD
Senior Associate Dean and MBA Program Director
The Business of Success
“ Fingers on the pulse of global economic
development. Right here. Right now. ”
The HKUST Business School is uniquely positioned for up-and-coming executives
who are interested in pursuing an MBA that will enable them to stay ahead in
global business competition.
Located in Hong Kong, the international fi nancial center that is right at the
doorstep of the world’s new economic powerhouse, China, the HKUST Business
School is characterized by a genuine blend of East meeting West. Our faculty is
one of the most multicultural in the world. We are one of the few business schools
that have the capability of studying issues specifi c to the emerging markets of
China with international research standards.
We were the fi rst in Asia to be awarded dual accreditation by AACSB in the
U.S. and EQUIS in Europe. We have been ranked the region’s premier business
learning center and our programs have consistently been ranked top in Asia.
According to the Economist Intelligence Unit and the Financial Times, HKUST
ranks among the world’s leading MBA program providers.
Each year our part-time MBA program attracts students from diverse academic
and professional backgrounds. Going through the program with a cohort of
students from such diversity is a learning experience that will truly open your
mind.
Get started today. We hope you too can benefi t from our MBA program!
Prof Leonard Cheng, PhD
Acting Dean
6 7Why HKUST
HKUST MBA Advantages
Why HKUST
With its superior quality, international outlook and
dynamic approach, our carefully structured MBA
program attracts talented professionals and managers
from a range of fi elds. When it’s time to move up in your
career, it’s time to choose the HKUST MBA.
World classWorld Top 20 MBA
program, according
to the Economist
Intelligence Unit and
the Financial Times.
The fi rst Asian business
school accredited
by both EQUIS and
AACSB.
Leading faculty 140 leading academics,
all PhDs from top
schools, will keep you
up to date with the
latest business thinking
and developments.
Top quality participantsOur participants have
an average of eight
years’ work experience
from diverse industries,
bringing to class a
wealth of real-life
management scenarios.
The Shenzhen MBA
cohort and international
exchange-in students
offer additional
perspectives.
A variety of electivesAdvanced electives
make up 35% of the
curriculum, allowing
you to customize a
course portfolio that
best fi ts your interests.
Over 50 electives are
offered each academic
year. Optional
concentrations are
available in three areas:
Financial Services,
China Business, and IT
Management.
The total experienceActivities beyond the
classroom to enhance
your all-round
development.
Enrichment workshops
hone soft skills
while Saturday
MBA Luncheons
connect you with
prominent business
leaders. Broaden
your international
perspective with a
semester exchange
at one of our 53
partner schools in
16 countries.
Saturday classes on campus Saturday classes at
HKUST enable you to
set aside workplace
worries and fully
focus on your studies.
Located in scenic Clear
Water Bay, just a
10-minute ride from the
nearest MTR station,
our relaxing campus
and full-scale university
facilities create the
perfect environment for
effective learning.
8 The Program 9 The Program
At HKUST, students develop teamwork and leadership skills through action learning.
The Exchange Program further broadens participants’ internationaloutlook.
The Residential Program marks the start of your MBA studies.
The HKUST MBA offers a balance between theory
and practice, individual and team approaches. It
provides extensive management skills and facilitates
the development of specialized competencies.
Concentrations and dual degree options are also
available for those who want to strengthen their
competitiveness in specifi c fi elds. This enables both
generalists and specialists to meet individual career
goals.
To help you better equip yourself to meet your career
objectives, the HKUST MBA requires rigorous study,
creativity and imagination, analytical thinking and
teamwork. We have carefully designed your curriculum
so that as you proceed through the program you will
continually build on the concepts and skills you have
acquired.
You will develop analytical and conceptual tools for
innovative problem solving; you will gain the interpersonal
skills and confi dence to conduct complex interactions
successfully. Benefi ting from the School’s close links with
the business community, the program is further able to
propel you forward.
Program Design
The HKUST MBA program will hone your ability to operate
successfully in the global economy, and manage effectively in
the Asian context. At HKUST, we prepare you to succeed in
today’s competitive business environment.
Beyond the Classroom
10 The Program 11 The Program
Program Schedule
Summer Aug Fall Sep – Dec Winter Jan Spring Feb – May Summer Jun – Aug
Year 1 Residential Program
Pre-course (optional)
Introductory Statistics for Business
Financial Accounting Foundations
Managerial Accounting Foundations
Managerial Microeconomics
Management of Organizations China in the Global Economy
Corporate Finance
Marketing Strategy and Policy
Fundamentals of IT Management
Strategic Management
Operations Management
Electives (4 courses) Managerial Communication Electives (4 courses) Business Law and EthicsYear 2
Delivery and assessmentFaculty members identify delivery and assessment
protocols to achieve optimum teaching results. Teaching
will include lectures, seminars and case analysis, as
well as simulations, projects and presentations, both
individually and in group. Assessment methods include
class participation, assignments, group projects,
presentations and exams.
English is the medium of instruction.
Course exemptionStudents may apply for exemption from some required
courses if they have taken equivalent courses elsewhere
within the previous seven years. They will need to
produce relevant supporting documents, such as
course syllabuses and transcripts, to show satisfactory
performance. If exemption is approved, the credits
required for graduation will be reduced accordingly, up to
a maximum of four credits.
Class hours and venueThe part-time MBA program operates Saturday classes
at the Clear Water Bay campus. A typical class day
starts at 9am and ends at around 6pm. Advanced
electives are occasionally offered on weekday evenings
downtown.
Residential programThe fi rst required core course, Managerial Problem
Solving, encompasses a fi ve-day residential program.
Case study training and experiential learning program
aim at fostering teamwork and facilitating the formation
of study groups.
Pre-course An optional 2-day pre-course held in August will hone
your quantitative and spreadsheet skills.
MBA curriculumPart-time students are expected to earn 45 credits over
two years to complete the program, which comprises
required cores and advanced electives. Required cores
(total 14 courses, 29 credits) will provide you with a
strong foundation of management knowledge while
advanced electives (total 8 courses,16 credits) allow you
to specialize in areas of your interest.
ConcentrationsWe offer three optional concentrations for those who
wish to specialize in Financial Services, China Business
or Information Technology Management. Students
apply for a specifi c concentration by fulfi lling credit
requirements with relevant electives.
12 The Program 13 The Program
Function Cores
Corporate Finance
Analytical framework for the major types of investment
and fi nancing decisions made by fi rms. Includes
corporate investment decisions and how fi rms decide
between alternative sources of fi nancing.
Fundamentals of Information Technology
Management
The study and application of IT in relation to business
with a view to creating and sustaining competitive
advantage.
Management of Organizations
Concepts of effective management and leadership in a
rapidly changing world: individual and group decision-
making, motivation of employees, negotiating skills,
managing organizational culture and directing change.
Marketing Strategy and Policy
Provides understanding of the decisions facing managers
at the marketing operations level. Develops skills in
marketing analysis, marketing mix strategies, monitoring
and controlling marketing action plans.
Operations Management
Key concepts, tools and best practices related to
managing operations in a globalized world. Examines
process analysis, supply chain, inventory management
and quality management.
Integration Cores
Business Law and Ethics
Builds understanding of the legal environment and legal
knowledge applicable to business decision-making.
Analysis of jurisdictions and fi elds including contract,
corporate governance and confl ict resolution in the
global context.
China in the Global Economy
Offers crucial understanding of China’s economy with
cross-cultural comparisons. Introduces tools that
enable you to anticipate and evaluate the impact of
microeconomic and policy variations on the business
environment.
Strategic Management
Examines successful strategies to help fi rms sustain
competitive advantage, achieve superior performance
and create value for shareholders.
MBA CoursesRequired CoresThe required cores are arranged in three tiers
– foundation, function and integration. These provide
fundamental management knowledge and a basis for
further study in chosen areas.
Foundation Cores
Financial Accounting Foundations
A course that will develop your accounting skills. Includes
reading and analyzing fi nancial statements and extending
your knowledge of different accounting methods.
Introductory Statistics for Business
Teaches statistical concepts essential to business
decision-making. Includes probability models, sampling
and estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation and
regression.
Managerial Accounting Foundations
Concepts and principles of management accounting
that enable fi rms to make value-creating decisions. Case
studies explore planning, control, investment, contracting
and performance evaluation.
Managerial Communication
Active listening, productive meetings, professional
interviewing, high-impact presentations and effective
writing – improve your skills in these fi ve critical areas
through group work, simulations and role-play.
Managerial Microeconomics
Introduces the concepts and tools every manager must
master: demand and supply, monopoly and competition,
pricing policy and game theory. Case and project work
focus on decision-making applications.
Managerial Problem Solving
The fi rst core course. Hones your problem-solving, case
analysis and presentation, team-building and leadership
skills. Offers analysis of group decision-making dynamics
and personal insights through assessment of leadership
styles and experiential learning.
14 The Program 15 The Program
Advanced Electives and Concentrations
Electives will encompass over 35 per cent of your
curriculum and allow you to develop expertise in specifi c
areas of interest, ensuring that you are positioned at the
cutting-edge of knowledge in these fi elds.
With over 70 courses to choose between, full-time,
part-time and exchange-in students are encouraged to
pursue integration and a dynamic sharing experience.
Advanced electives
Examples of generally available electives, covering areas
such as management, marketing, strategy, include:
• Brand Management
• Business Simulation Games
• Channel Management
• Competitive Strategy
• Management Consulting
• Managerial Decision Making and Leadership
• Marketing for Services
• Marketing Research
• Negotiation
• Organizational Change and Renewal
• Product Policy
• Retailing
• Strategic Human Resources Management
• Understanding Consumers
Concentrations
For those who wish to tailor their HKUST MBA, three
optional concentrations are available. Select from China
Business, Financial Services, and Information Technology
Management and adapt your program by fulfi lling credit
requirements with relevant elective courses.
China Business Concentration
Benefi t from HKUST’s location and expertise by
studying China in depth. Develop your knowledge of the
economic, political and social issues impacting business
in the country, and enhance your career prospects.
Examples of electives
• China’s Economic Reform and Development
• China’s External Relations and their Economic Impact
• Doing Business in China
• International Management
• Investment and Finance in China
• Management in a Chinese Context
• Managing in China
• Politics and Socioeconomic Environment of China
• Venture Capital and Private Equity
Financial Services Concentration
This concentration focuses on accounting and fi nance
and is the logical choice if you wish to develop a career
in the fi elds of banking, fi nancial analysis, investment,
treasury, and risk management.
Examples of electives
• Advanced Derivatives Analysis
• Advanced Financial Management
• Asset Securitization
• Behavioral Finance
• Corporate Financial Reporting
• Corporate Risk Management
• Credit Risk Management
• Derivatives Analysis
• Equity Analysis and Valuation
• Equity Investment Management
• Financial Statement Analysis
• Fixed Income Analysis
• Hedge Funds
• International Financial Management
• Investment Analysis
• Merger and Acquisition
• Raising Debt in the Financial Markets
• Strategic Finance and Value Creation
Information Technology Management
Concentration
This concentration will enhance your skills in both
application and management issues as well as providing
strong technical strengths.
Examples of electives
• Business Optimization
• E-Logistics
• Global Supply Chain Management
• Innovation Management
• Introduction to Information Strategy and Economics
• Introduction to Mobile Computing
• Introduction to Telecommunications
• Knowledge Management Systems
• Software Project Management
16 The Program 17 The Program
Donald Yee Class 2005
Project Control ManagerCLP Power Hong Kong
“ One of my most rewarding experiences was the
two-day Experiential Learning Program – specially
designed to provide not only physical challenges but
also to encourage teamwork and develop leadership
skills. The activities also helped build fellowship among
participants and cemented friendships that will last a
lifetime.”
Jennifer ManClass 2008
ConsultantAccenture
“ What I have gained from the MBA study is far beyond
my expectations! Not only am I able to apply the knowledge
from courses to my work and personal life, but also develop
lasting friendships with other students. I got to know many
participants from Part-Time and Full-Time cohorts through
some mixer events. Together with karaoke gatherings, golf
activities and baking classes, my busy life is greatly enriched
and balanced. ”
Felix SeeClass 2000
Managing DirectorHewlett-Packard HK
“ The knowledge and experience I acquired from the
HKUST MBA is crucial to my career development. Most
importantly, it helped me understand the framework of
business operations and prepared me to be a leader in the
business world. I also made lots of good friends during my
study and the friendship continues to grow in the past 10
years!”
Arthur Yuen, JP Class 1998
Executive Director (External)Hong Kong Monetary Authority
“ The HKUST MBA experience is defi nitely worth
the effort. The program is well-structured with the fl exibility
to cater for individual interests and the teaching is of a very
high standard. The alumni network is also growing rapidly,
with the program providing strong support to build a cohesive
alumni community. ”
Amy ChanClass 2008
Vice President - HRCitigroup Global Markets Asia
“ From the outset of the residential program, I began to
build close-knit relationships with my classmates. I am very
impressed by the diversity of my counterparts. They are
highly talented professionals in their respective industries
and our wide-variety of backgrounds has helped foster a
stimulating learning environment. ”
18 The Program 19 The Program
Students
The HKUST MBA attracts seasoned executives and
professionals from diverse fi elds and backgrounds. They
bring to class a wealth of real-life management scenarios,
creating a dynamic learning environment.
Companies that our students represented, among others:
BNP Paribas, Cathay Pacifi c, China Telecom, Citigroup,
Federal Express, General Electric, GlaxoSmithKline,
Hang Seng Bank, HKSAR Gov’t, HSBC, IBM, ING,
Johnson and Johnson, Kao, Kodak, Lenovo, Li and Fung,
L’Oreal, Louis Vuitton, MTR Corporation, Nokia, Oracle,
PCCW, PricewaterhouseCoopers, San Miguel Brewery,
Shell, Standard Chartered Bank, Sun Hung Kai Financial,
UBS, VTech and Yahoo.
Professional fi eld
Accounting / Finance
Business Analysis / Consulting
General Mgmt / Entrepreneur
IT / Engineering
Operations / Project Mgmt
Sales / Marketing
Others
12%
18%
6%
16%
10%
26%
12%
Total enrolment 125
Male 54%
Female 46%
Non-HK UG degree 44%
Average years of work (range*) 8 (5 – 12)
Average age (range*) 31 (28– 35)
GMAT range* 530 – 680
Companies represented 100
Intake 2008 Class Profi le
* mid 80%
Our MBA students earned their fi rst degree from
universities local and overseas, among others:
CUHK, HKU, HKUST, Imperial College London, London,
Michigan, Nanyang Technological U, New South Wales,
New York, Queen’s, Toronto, UBC, UC Berkeley, UCLA,
Western Ontario and Wisconsin.
Academic background
Arts
Business
Computer Science
Engineering
Science
Social Science
Others
43%
14%
26%
6%
5%
1%
5%
Faculty
Carnegie Mellon University
Columbia University
Cornell University
Duke University
Harvard University
INSEAD
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
New York University
Northwestern University
Oxford University
Princeton University
On the HKUST MBA you can be assured of learning from
the best. Our faculty members are drawn from the Business
School’s world-class team of 140 academics, each a holder of
a doctoral degree and an expert in their fi eld.
Purdue University
Stanford University
University of California, Berkeley
University of California, Los Angeles
University of Chicago
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
University of Michigan
University of Pennsylvania
University of Southern California
University of Washington
Yale University
Many faculty PhDs awarded by
5%
6%
22%
43%
7%
8%
9%
Faculty by nationalities
Canada
Europe
Greater China
India
Korea
US
Others
20 The Program 21 The Program
Student Life
During your two-year study at HKUST MBA, your dynamic
learning experience happens inside classrooms and beyond
- the Residential Program, enrichment events, field trips,
alumni gatherings, and more!
Beyond Hong KongStudents visited Volkswagen and learned about
the business from management during their
Shanghai field trip.
Becoming leadersStudents put their leadership and teamwork in
practice during the 2-day Experiential Learning
Program (ELP).
Teamwork in action 1, 2, 1, 2. Students show their team spirit in
the dragon boat race!
Community ParticipationStudents come here not just to learn, but also
to contribute to society – the MBA Alumni
Association built a school in Guizhou, China.
Mini-OlympicsThe annual sports event which provided full-time, part-time, Shenzhen, EMBA students as well as alumni with
an excellent opportunity to interact.
Learning from the BestThe MBA Enrichment Talk brings business leaders to
share their insights with our students – featuring
Tom Mehrmann (left), CEO of Ocean Park, and
Ron McEachern (right), ex-CEO, PepsiCo Asia.
22 The Program 23 The Program
Prof Albert HA
Professor and Head Dept of Information Systems, Business Statistic & Operations
PhD, Stanford University
Previous Position
• Associate Professor, Yale University
Selected Achievements
• Associate Editor of Manufacturing and Service Operations Management since 2006
• Franklin Prize for Teaching Excellence, HKUST, 2002
• Associate Editor of Management Science and Operations Research since 2000
Prof Ha teaches the Operations Management core,
with his research concentrating on response time
management and supply chain management. He
views management education as a way to convey
fundamental concepts – and their limitations – for
students to apply in the changing world of work.
“I see myself as a facilitator, presenting students
with information and encouraging them to think
about how to use concepts,” he says. “We are
not in the business of teaching recipes. My
objective is to provide students with management
principles they will fi nd useful for 20-30 years after
graduation.”
According to Prof Ha, students have a vital role to
play in the learning process. “My aim is to create
a relaxed environment for students to think and
participate in class.”
Faculty Showcase
Prof Danyang XIE
Professor and Head Dept of Economics
PhD, University of Chicago
Previous Positions
• Special Appointment Professor, Tsinghua University
• Assistant Professor, University of Montreal
Selected Achievements
• Senior Economist, International Monetary Fund, 2001 - 2004
• Editorial Advisory Council of Pacifi c Economic Review since 2004
• Associate Editor of Annals of Economics and Finance since 2000
Prof Xie’s popular course, China in the Global
Economy, studies China’s relevancy to world
economic activity and looks in depth at how key
aspects affect business activities worldwide. It is
one of a raft of specialist courses ranging from
China industry analysis to the effects of economic
reform which all add to HKUST’s China know-how.
“Basically we look at China’s domestic policies
and their global implications – for example, what
China’s bargaining power means in terms of world
trade, what are the inward and outward investment
opportunities, how China can use its large foreign
exchange reserves, how China can affect global
stability or instability.” he says.
Prof Xie sees such perspectives becoming
increasingly important in today’s business world.
“You need to be able to identify the relative
position of China on the global platform to
understand why it’s important.”
Prof Vidhan GOYAL
Professor Dept of Finance
PhD, University of Pittsburgh
Previous Position
• Visiting Assistant Professor, State University of New York at Buffalo
Selected Achievements
• Franklin Prize for Teaching Excellence, HKUST, 2001 & 2006
• Best MBA Core Teacher Award, 2004 & 2005
• Jensen Prize for Best Paper Published, Journal of Financial Economics 2003
• Michael Gale Medal for Distinguished Teaching, HKUST, 2003
Prof Goyal’s research examines how companies
fi nance their operating and investment budgets
and what effects they have on the value of a fi rm.
His love of fi nance and for communicating his
knowledge has brought him numerous teaching
awards during his 10 years at HKUST. “I work very
hard to develop a bridge between material in class
and real-world issues,” he says. “I also try to make
a subject clear and concise for students.”
Prof Goyal, who teaches Strategic Finance and
Value Creation, expects students to be active
learners, relating analysis to different situations
and to be willing to ask questions in class. He,
in turn, is an active listener collecting feedback
in formal and informal ways ranging from class
questionnaires to conversations over coffee. “I
listen to my students a lot.” he says.
24 Beyond the Classroom 25Beyond the Classroom
Anthony JimClass 2007
Exchanged to
ESADE, Spain
“ Hola! The exchange to
ESADE is definitely one of
my most memorable life
experiences. Imagine yourself
sipping cava, enjoying tapas
while discussing interesting
projects with a diversified
mix of international students
in the nice Barcelona
sunshine!”
Kim HoClass 2006
Exchanged
to Indiana
University, US
“ The exchange program is a
substantial personal enrichment.
International diversity is
encouraged, different ideas are
respected, cultures are of no
boundaries…these are all my
unique experience gained.
I learn to be fl exible and open-
minded. My way of thinking is
elevated to the next level!”
Karen Koh Class 2004
Exchanged
to Australian
Graduate School of
Management, Australia
“ Fond memories of AGSM
included its wonderful campus,
friendly faculty members, the
interesting mix of exchange
students from over 20
countries...I especially enjoyed
traveling in this land of sunshine.
Defi nitely a highlight of my
HKUST MBA experience.”
Canada
• University of British Columbia
• University of Toronto
United States
• Columbia University
• Cornell University
• Duke University
• Emory University
• Indiana University
• Michigan State University
• New York University
• Northwestern University
• Ohio State University
• Southern Methodist University
• Tulane University
• University of California, Berkeley
• University of California, Irvine
• University of California, Los Angeles
• University of Chicago
• University of Florida
• University of Maryland
• University of Michigan
• University of Minnesota
• University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
• University of Rochester
• University of Southern California
• University of Vanderbilt
• University of Virginia
• University of Washington
• Washington University in St Louis
International Exchange Program
Understanding how the world works is essential for
today’s managers. One of the best ways to broaden
your outlook is immersing yourself in another culture.
Our International Exchange Program option provides
just that.
During your studies at HKUST, you can take an exciting
opportunity to spend a semester at one of our 53
international partner schools. Exchange usually takes
place in the second year of study. You continue to pay
HKUST tuition fees and gain credits for courses taken
at the exchange school.
HKUST MBA International Exchange Partners
Our MBA program also hosts 80-100 international
participants from partner schools each year. These
exchange students take classes with our full-time
and part-time MBA students, adding multinational
perspectives and an excellent cross-cultural dimension
to the classroom.
Asia and Middle East
• Beijing International MBA at Peking University (PRC)
• China Europe International Business School (PRC)
• Guanghua School of Management, Peking University (PRC)
• Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad (India)
• Indian School of Business (India)
• International University of Japan (Japan)
• KAIST Graduate School of Management (Korea)
• National University of Singapore (Singapore)
• Shanghai Jiao Tong University (PRC)
• Sungkyunkwan University (Korea)
• Tel Aviv University (Israel)
• Tsinghua University (PRC)
Europe
• Copenhagen Business School (Denmark)
• Escuela Superior de Administración y Dirección de Empresas (Spain)
• ESSEC – Graduate School of Management (France)
• HEC School of Management (France)
• HHL, Leipzig Graduate School of Management (Germany)
• Instituto de Empresa Graduate Business School (Spain)
• London Business School (United Kingdom)
• RSM Erasmus University (Netherlands)
• The University of Manchester – Manchester Business School (United Kingdom)
• Wissenschaftliche Hochschule für Unternehmensführung Koblenz (Germany)
Australia
• Australian Graduate School of Management
• Melbourne Business School
•HKUST
“No. 1 for International Experience” – Financial Times MBA Ranking, 2001- 05
South Africa
• University of Cape Town
26 Beyond the Classroom 27Beyond the Classroom
Alumni Network
Tickle your taste buds in our wine tasting party!
Fun never ends – alumni events come in a variety of forms, including dragon boat race and Mini-Olympics.
The MBA Alumni Guangdong Chapter was set up in China in 2007.
Culturally diverse and with many different interests,
our 3,000 MBA alumni across 38 countries are making
their presence felt globally as industry leaders, business
executives and entrepreneurs.
Links are supported by the MBA Alumni Association.
The association actively recruits new graduates and
alumni, and builds up bonds within the community
through regular gatherings and social activities.
Alumni also make a vital contribution to future
generations of HKUST by sharing their experiences in
lectures and workshops with current participants, acting
as mentors, and working through the Advisory Board to
bring their insights to further develop the School.
The online Alumni Directory is a powerful platform
for global networking and provides current students
additional business links to fellow MBA alumni.
With a vision to build strong connections and value
among alumni, the MBA Alumni Development Offi ce
oversees and formulates strategies for alumni
development worldwide. It is the fi rst alumni team set up
at a program level in Hong Kong to provide dedicated
support and services to MBA alumni.
Relationships developed at HKUST last a lifetime. The
friendships forged ensure that our MBA graduates enjoy
a bond that unites them across the globe and long into the
future.
Enrichment Activities
You need more than business knowledge to become an
effective manager. To add a fi nal polish to your creative,
leadership, and communication skills, the HKUST MBA
offers signifi cant extra-curricular opportunities.
Executive skills training workshops and
seminars
Training consultants and professionals from different
fi elds offer tips on essential techniques that will enable
you to manage people and change better, increase
productivity, and achieve career success.
MBA Saturday luncheons
Business leaders share fi rst-hand with you the latest
developments in their fi eld and the secrets of their
success. The luncheons also offer an excellent insight
on the Asian business scene.
David N Farr (middle), Chairman, CEO & President of Emerson Electric Co., presented his book to Prof Steven DeKrey (left), Senior Associate Dean, and Prof Leonard Cheng (right), Acting Dean, after his talk “Innovation, Growth and Leadership Development”.
Mary Kissel, Editor of The Wall Street Journal Asia, shared her views on fi nancial market in China.
Thomas F Mendoza, President of Network Appliance Inc., delivered a talk on “The Power of Corporate Culture”.
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Time outHKUST offers superb sports facilities, many spectacularly
located on the shore of Port Shelter. These include:
• 2 swimming pools, including a 50-meter outdoor pool
• 8 tennis courts
• 8-meter climbing wall
• 400-meter athletic track
• All-weather Astroturf soccer pitch
• Facilities for basketball, squash, mini-soccer, table
tennis, beach volleyball and softball
• Fully equipped fi tness center
In addition, there are music rooms, an arts center,
meeting rooms and a large number of student societies
that cater to a variety of interests.
City accessTransport between HKUST and the city center is fast
and straightforward. Minibuses link the campus to MTR
subway stations that take you to most parts of Hong
Kong. Buses and taxis are also available.
Saturday Classes on Campus
Saturday classes on campus allow you to set aside weekday
concerns, concentrate on your studies and build stronger bonds
with fellow MBA participants. Our stunning Clear Water Bay
campus and superb facilities create the perfect environment
for optimal learning experience.
Study
Library
The fi ve-story Library houses over 610,000 books,
periodicals and microfi lms and 100 electronic databases.
Open seven days a week.
IT Network
Employs the latest technologies and covers all parts of
the University. Wireless access available across campus.
Language Center
Offers a wide range of language courses, three language
laboratories and a Self-Access Center with a variety of
multimedia resources for personal study.
Amenities
HKUST has banks, a bookshop, medical and dental
clinics, and a supermarket conveniently located on
campus. A multitude of Asian and Western catering
outlets are at your choice.
30 Admissions 31Admissions
Accepting an offer
Successful candidates are required to
return a signed acceptance form together
with a non-refundable deposit before the
stated deadline.
Program orientation
All participants start the MBA program by
attending the fi ve-day residential program
in August.
Program feeThe program fee for the Part-time MBA program intake
2009 will be announced on the program website once
available. As a point of reference, the program fee of
intake 2008 was HK$ 234,000
Financial aidIf you are a Hong Kong resident, you may be eligible for
study loans through the Government Student Financial
Assistance Agency. The HKUST MBA program is also
listed as a reimbursable course under the Continuing
Education Fund scheme. This provides reimbursement
up to HK$10,000 for those who fulfi ll the criteria.
More details of Non-means Tested Loan Scheme and
Continuing Education Fund at www.sfaa.gov.hk
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AdmissionsOur admissions process aims to bring the HKUST MBA
a diverse group of participants with a variety of abilities,
experiences and academic backgrounds. Applicants
should meet the following requirements:
• strong bachelor degree; and
• satisfactory GMAT score; and
• at least three years’ full-time work experience after the
fi rst degree; and
• a good TOEFL result if English was not the language of
instruction at undergraduate level.
How to apply
Making an application
Online application forms are available on the
HKUST MBA program website from October
onwards. Your application should include:
i. completed online application form, including essay
ii. two reference forms or equivalent reference letters
iii. academic transcripts
iv. GMAT offi cial score report
v. TOEFL offi cial score report (if applicable)
vi. application fee
Please refer to the online guidelines on how to complete
the application form and submit supporting documents.
We accept fax or scanned copies of (ii) to (v) at the
application stage.
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Applying to HKUST MBA
Application fee
The application fee of HK$1,000 can be
paid by:
i. online credit card payment
ii. cash deposit to HKUST’s Hang Seng Bank account
number 024 262 324999 014 in Hong Kong
iii. bank draft made payable to “The Hong Kong University
of Science and Technology”.
The original pay-in slip in (ii) and bank draft in (iii) should
be mailed to the MBA Program Offi ce. The fee is non-
refundable.
Admissions timetable
There is one MBA intake commencing in
August each year. Admissions operate on
a phase basis.
Application Interview Admissions Deadline by Results
Phase 1 Jan 13, 09 Feb 28, 09 Apr 15, 09
Phase 2 Mar 03, 09 Apr 15, 09 May 31, 09
Interview
Short-listed candidates are invited to
interviews. Motivation, interpersonal and
communication skills, career plans, and
maturity will be assessed during the interview.
Admissions decision
Evaluation is based on the information
provided in the application and interview
performance. Admissions decisions are
not formula-driven but depend on an applicant’s overall
profi le. Admissions results will be available 12 weeks
after the application deadline.
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Contact us
MBA Program Offi ce
The HKUST Business School
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Clear Water Bay, Kowloon
Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2358 7539
Fax: (852) 2705 9596
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.mba.ust.hk
Acknowledgement
The HKUST MBA Program Offi ce expresses its
sincere thanks to all faculty, students and alumni
who have made invaluable contribution to this
brochure.
The MBA Team
Prof Steven J DEKREY MBA Northwestern, PhD, EdS IowaSenior Associate Dean and MBA Program Director
Mr Chris TSANG, MBA Warwick, MSc LondonAssociate Director
Program Services
Ms Shirley LUI, MA(ESP), MA(OB) WarwickAssistant Director
Ms Iris IP, BBA WashingtonAssistant Manager
Ms Angela NG, BBA HKUSTAssistant Manager
Ms Penny LEUNG, MA CUHKExecutive Offi cer
Marketing and Admissions
Ms Karen MA, MBA HKUSTHead, Marketing and Admissions
Ms Sherring NG, MBA HKUSTProgram Manager
Ms Joyce CHAN, MA LancasterAssistant Manager
Mr Edwin CHAN, BABIT CoventryAssistant Computer Offi cer
Alumni Development
Ms Kitty CHONG, MBA, MSc HKUSTHead, Alumni Development
Ms Renee CHENG, MA CUHKAssistant Manager
MBA Career Services
Mr Adolf HO, MBA CUHKHead, MBA Career Services and Corporate Relations
Ms Loretta TAM, MBA HKUSTAssistant Director
Ms Christine TANG, BCom MacquarieExecutive Offi cer
Technical Support
Mr Jackson CHAN, MIT, MCom SydneyAssistant Computer Offi cer
Support Team
Ms Cary CHONGMs Jennifer FOKMs Ying HOMr C K LAMMr Keith LAMMs Mandy LEEMs Heidi OMs Bonnie TANMs Michelle YIPMs Lily YIUMs Becky YU
Shenzhen MBA Program
ShenzhenMs Grace LIANG, MBA HKUSTAssistant Director