The Master of Science in Applied Economics (MScAEcon) is a one-year full-time programme that equips students with economics knowledge to analyze the changing world economy.

The programme integrates economic theory with applied economic analysis, and will enable students to understand the economy of China and the world. The curriculum is designed to provide students the flexibility of choosing electives for pursuing career in applied economics or future research-oriented studies. Graduates will be equipped with analytical skills and techniques for analyzing business and real world problems from the economic perspective. Our graduates are trained to be competent economic analysts in business corporations, public organizations and financial institutions. Outstanding students are offered scholarships and merit-based awards.

Strong Academic Network

Renowned faculty members from top universities around the world are invited to deliver guest lectures and seminars to students.

Solid Industry Connections

Firm visits and workshops are organised regularly for students to foster a closer link with the business communities.

Opportunity to Work in Hong Kong

Non-Hong Kong graduates of the programme can apply to stay and work in Hong Kong for 12 months after graduation, no matter they have been secured an offer of employment or not.

Practical Business-oriented Curriculum

The curriculum consists of practical components in different aspects covering risk management, corporate finance, economics of digital markets and big data analytics.

Programme Aims

• A balanced training in advanced economic knowledge and applied economics analyses
• An understanding of the Chinese economy from a global perspective
• Application of analytical techniques on real world business and policy issues
• Provision of opportunities to choose between professional career development and academic pursuit

Learning Goals

Knowledge

Students will acquire advanced knowledge for analysing economic issues.

Analysis

Students will be able to analyse the economic behaviour of various agents and institutions in the economy.

Application

Students will be able to apply theories to analyse real world problems.

Research

Students will be able to apply economic theories and empirical methods in applied economic research.

Programme Structure

The program is made up of courses oriented toward three core elements: economics knowledge and theories, applied analyses and the Chinese economy. Students are required to take ten courses, of which four are required courses and six are elective courses.

Employability

This programme is designed for students who want to become a competent applied economists or potential theoretical researchers.

• The programme offers applied economic courses in Hong Kong. These courses will analyze the relevant areas using the latest economic models. The programme curriculum also consists of courses for analyzing the Chinese economy, which is the current focus of the world.
• Although we expect that most students entering into this programme are applied oriented, this programme is also well structured to provide students the flexibility of choosing appropriate electives to cater for future research oriented studies.

Career Services

Good career planning and preparation is essential. A typical recruitment cycle can start as early as October for certain industries like Accounting. Therefore, you are advised to start your job search preparation as early as possible.

• Recruitment talks
• Job Search Skills workshop
• Career Advice and Counselling Service