Program Overview

The HKUST Business programs are designed to provide students with a broad foundation of knowledge and great flexibility in learning. We ensure students make their right choices and acquire multidisciplinary skills that are in tune with today's business environment. The Business School has 19 undergrduate programs, categorized by the program nature into three groups:

Business Programs

The Year 1 curricula of all business programs are identical and at least half of the program seats for each major are reserved for students admitted into Business and Management. Based on personal strengths and preferences, you can opt for a major at the point of admission. Alternatively, you can spend the first year exploring your interests and choose your major at the end of the first year or in the middle of the second year. Ample academic advising by faculty advisors and pre-major counselors will be offered to guide you through the decision making process.

The School offers nine bachelors of Business Administration (BBA) programs and four quantitative Bachelor of Science (BSc) programs. #@

Students pursuing a BBA degree could opt for one of 50+ combinations of single- or multiple-major. Planned overall program seats are listed below for reference:

Students interested in pursuing a more diverse set of business knowledge without a specialized focus can also opt for BBA General Business Management.

In the past major selection exercise for BBA majors, over 90% SBM students could enroll into their first or second choice major. Around 80% of business students graduate with more than a single major.

Joint / Interdisciplinary Programs

Other than programs solely run by HKUST Business School, business students may apply to pursue a Dual Degree or a joint / interdisciplinary program upon completion of the first year of study: 

Joint Programs

• BSc Biotechnology and Business
• BSc Mathematics and Economics
• BSc Risk Management and Business Intelligence
• BSc Sustainable and Green Finance

Interdisciplinary Programs

• BEng/BSc & BBA Dual Degree Program in Technology and Management (total 5 years)
• BSc Environmental Management and Technology
• BSc in Individualized Interdisciplinary Major 

Joint University Program

World Bachelor in Business(WBB)

The World Bachelor in Business (WBB) partnership between the University of Southern California (United States), HKUST (Hong Kong SAR), and Bocconi University (Italy), represents a bold new undertaking in higher education. For a pioneering group of 45 students, the WBB will provide unparalleled opportunities and challenges.  Please note that this program has different application timelines, admission requirements, and fees. Please refer to the program website for more information.

^Intake quota subject to minor adjustment.

#BSc Risk Management and Business Intelligence is jointly offered by the School of Business and Management, the School of Engineering and the School of Science.

@BSc Sustainable and Green Finance is jointly offered by the School of Business and Management and the Division of Environment and Sustainability.