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CONTENTS

2 Why PolyU Faculty of Business 4 Dean’s message 6 School / Departments 7 People 8 Undergraduate studies12 Career preparation26 Awards and achievements31 FAQ32 Contact us

VISION

To be a leading business school in Asia

MISSION

Our Mission is to discover, design and deliver Innovation-driven Education and Scholarship (IDEAS) of international standing that has an impact on students, organizations and the understanding of business issues.

Drawing on Hong Kong’s position in China, we will enable students from Asia and beyond to make an effective contribution to the organizations in which they work, and to society as a whole. They will have a global outlook, ethical understanding and the capacity to work effectively in an international business environment.

The Faculty of Business was accredited by AACSB International (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) in 2010 in recognition of our business education.

The Faculty of Business was accredited by EQUIS (EFMD Quality Improvement System) in 2007 in recognition of our programmes, research and associated activities.

Accreditations

Why PolyU Faculty of Business

Work-Integrated Education for learning in an organizational context

Graduates of the University ranked 2nd by employers in Hong Kong

All-round development with a comprehensive pedagogy, leadership and other skills training

Student exchange for exposure to different cultures and learning environments

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International rankings

Thomson Reuters’ ISI Web of Science data (shipping research 2015-2017)

#1ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of

Academic Subjects (GRAS) 2018 – Management

#10

QS World University Rankings by Subject 2018 – Business &

Management Studies

#39#39Times Higher Education (THE)

World University Rankings 2018 by Subject – Business & Economics

#58UTD (University of Texas at Dallas)

Top 100 Worldwide Business School Rankings Based on Research

Contributions 2013-2017

PolyU Business Undergraduate Programmes 3

Dean’s message

Welcome to the Faculty of Business (FB) of PolyU.

FB is a world-class business school that offers high-quality academic programmes and conducts cutting-edge research. We have achieved accreditations from AACSB (The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EQUIS (EFMD Quality Improvement System).

FB is dedicated to the pursuit of IDEAS (Innovation-driven Education and Scholarship) with a 3D focus on Discovery, Design and Delivery. We realize knowledge and technology transfer through a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, as well as partnership and close links with industry and the professional community.

The merit of our education is partly underpinned by FB’s research, which is particularly strong in the areas of finance, leadership, logistics, management information systems, marketing, operations management, and shipping. Our research has been ranked 58th in the world (The UTD Top 100 Worldwide Business School Rankings Based on Research Contributions 2013-2017).

Your admission to an undergraduate programme of FB means that you will be equipped with state-of-the-art professional knowledge and gain real-world experience before graduation through Work-Integrated Education. Your holistic development can be enhanced with considerable opportunities for student exchange and out-of-the-classroom learning.

We look forward to seeing you on campus!

Ir Prof. T.C. Edwin ChengIASCYS Academician, ScD, PhDDean, Faculty of BusinessFung Yiu King – Wing Hang Bank Professor in Business AdministrationChair Professor of Management The Hong Kong Polytechnic University


School / Departments


People

STUDENTS

5,000 ACADEMIC STAFF

200

ALUMNI

47,000


Undergraduate studies

Programmes in BBA Scheme

^ Senior year (year 3) admission for Associate Degree / Higher Diploma graduates

^^ 2-year top-up degree for Associate Degree / Higher Diploma holders

The Faculty has a Bachelor of Business Administration (Honours) Scheme comprising eight awards that are widely recognized by professional bodies.

BBA (Hons) in Management (JS3583) (02402-SYM)^BBA (Hons) in Marketing (JS3894) (02402-SYK)^

BBA (Hons) in Accountancy (JS3911) (02402-SYA)^BBA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance (JS3466) (02402-SYB)^BBA (Hons) in Financial Services (JS3595) (02402-SYF)^

BBA (Hons) in Global Supply Chain Management (JS3533) (02402-SYG)^BBA (Hons) in International Shipping and Transport Logistics (JS3674) (02402-SYI)^BBA (Hons) in Aviation Management and Logistics (02402-AML)^^


Entrance requirements

For applicants who are applying on the basis of other qualifications:

•AnappropriateDiploma(withcredit)/aHigherCertificatefromarecognizedlocalinstitution;OR

•AnappropriateAssociateDegree/HigherDiplomafromarecognizedlocalinstitution(Suitable candidates will be considered for advanced standing entry to the senior year curriculum.)

•TheUniversityalsoacceptsattainmentsinGCEALE/GCEASLEandInternationalBaccalaureate (IB) Diploma for admission. Applicants holding A-Level and IB qualifications may be granted credit transfer and each case will be considered based on individual merits.

•Holdersofothernon-localqualificationsmayrefertoStudy@PolyU(www51.polyu.edu.hk/eprospectus) for details of qualifications that are acceptable and the University’s English Language requirements.

Admission Score Calculation MechanismAnyBest5Subjects(SubjectswiththeHighestWeighting:i.EnglishLanguage;ii.Mathematics)

For applicants applying on the basis of HKDSE, the minimum requirement is the same as the University’s General Minimum Entrance Requirements for undergraduate degree programmes.

HKDSE Subjects

Core Subjects Elective Subjects

Chinese Language

English Language Mathematics Liberal

Studies 1st Elective 2nd Elective or M1/M2

LevelRequirement

3 3 2 2 3 3


Academic credits

4-year undergraduate curriculum

Credit requirements for Graduation:

General University Requirements (GUR)

It constitutes the core general education curriculum of PolyU that all students must engage in and it consists of six components.

• Freshman Seminar

• Language and Communication Requirements

• Leadership and Intra-Personal Development

• Cluster Area Requirements Broadening subjects chosen from four clusters: • Human nature, relations and development • Community, organization and globalization • History, culture and world views • Science, technology and environment

• Service-Learning

• Healthy Lifestyle

30 credits

Discipline Specific Requirements (DSR)

DSR subjects form the major components of individual BBA Majors:•57creditsarecompulsorycoresubjectsforallBBAMajors•33creditsarespecialistsubjectsfortherespectiveBBAMajor

90 credits

Training credits

Training credits can be earned through Work-Integrated Education (see WIE under Career preparation).3

credits

120Academic credits

3Training credits


Overseas exchange, study tours in Europe and Asia, internships at Fortune 500 companies, and professional body activities exposed me to various cultures, enabled me to work with others as a team, and helped me develop all-round skills.CHAN StephenBBA (Hons) in Global Supply Chain ManagementAssistant Manager, Customs Brokerage, Asia Pacific Region, UPS Parcel Delivery Service Ltd.

My human resources management hands-on experience began when I joined The Hong Kong Jockey Club as a HR Assistant, continued at a US-based biopharmaceutical company, Pfizer, and then at Wyeth Nutrition.MAN Pui Yan, WendyBBA (Hons) in ManagementHR Business Partner, Wyeth Nutrition

Career preparation

(By job nature)

Potential careersAround 800 Faculty undergraduates completed their studies in 2017. They are engaged in a range of professions and industries.

Administration & Management

44% Accounting

34%

Sales & Marketing

15% Protective & Other

Prof. Personnel

4% Teaching / Research

2%

Others1%

(By job nature)


YUNG HerbertBA (Hons) Major in Management & Minor in Computing

Manager, Enterprise Risk Services, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu

The internship opportunity, business seminars and industry-focused lectures offered by PolyU enabled me to be one step ahead of my peers right after graduation. The student exchange in the UK was where I learned effectively in a cross-cultural and dynamic environment.

WONG Shing Hei, JosephBSc (Hons) in Computing & BA (Hons) in Management / Master of Finance (Investment Management)

Premier Relationship Manager, HSBC

I had been a management trainee at China Construction Bank (Asia) for three years before joining HSBC.

The student exchange at Arizona State University in the US and the summer course at Peking University were crucial to sharpening my interpersonal and problem-solving skills and preparing me for my roles after graduation.

Through mentorship and international conferences, I exchanged ideas with logistics practitioners, obtained useful insights from them and better prepared myself for my career.

The internship at Ralph Lauren Asia Pacific Limited and LSG Sky Chefs enabled me to shadow the business operations of multinational enterprises and equipped me with communication, organization and problem-solving skills.LAU Suet Ying, AliceBBA (Hons) in Global Supply Chain ManagementMSc in International Shipping and Transport Logistics

Graduate Trainee, Orient Overseas Container Line Ltd.

I first joined MOL in 2012 as an intern through the Faculty’s Work-integrated Education and found that I really like the industry and work. After two years with MOL since graduation, I decided to take a master’s programme also at PolyU to further my career in this field.LAM Ping, KattyBBA (Hons) Major in International Shipping and Transport LogisticsPricing Analyst, Trans-pacific Trade MOL Liner Ltd.

LAI Chi Tak, EricBBA (Hons) Major in Financial Services

Analyst, Enterprise Risk Services, Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu

‘I’d rather regret the things I’ve done than regret the things I haven’t done.’ This quote from American comedian Lucille Ball summarizes my 3-year university life at PolyU.


Work-Integrated Education (WIE) enables all PolyU undergraduates to put what they have learned into practice. Each business student learns in an organizational context for at least 100 hours in preparation for a professional career.

Career Resources Centre The Faculty’s Career Resources Centre provides careers information and advice. It also works closely with prospective employers to open up opportunities for students and graduates.

InternshipFaculty students land a range of internships in various fields and in different parts of the world.

Business Services / Real Estate

42%

Transport / Storage / Telecom.

14%

Trading / Wholesale & Retail

11%


Others3%

Manufacturing5%

Community /Social Services

3%

Construction1%

Government2%

Education2% Hospitality / Tourism

2%

Financial Institution / Insurance

15%


I worked with Lazada Group, a leading online shopping company in South East Asia. I handled ad-hoc projects and coordinated with my counterparts across ASEAN countries during which I developed practical and transferable skills in communication.

Regional Project Management Office InternLazada Group

ONG Yi WenBBA (Hons) in Financial Services

This internship gave me a general picture of how a large transportation company operates and chances of communicating with various parties like the government, district council members, citizens as well as business partners.

Summer Intern NWS Transport Services Limited

NG Chung YinBBA (Hons) in Accountancy

I learned about the whole process of evaluating the risks of an airline. It would be very useful for me to pursue a professional career in this industry.

Summer Intern CALS Aviation Group

SO Yiu Chung, WilliamBBA (Hons) in Aviation Management and Logistics

The most unforgettable experience was making an apology and re-delivering a document to a client. I believe every mistake helps me understand more about myself and makes me better.

Audit and Assurance InternErnst & Young (Malaysia)

CHOO Jia Ling, AvelineBBA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance

During the first placement, I worked with HR at a travel retail company. In the second internship, I worked with an event planning and party shop accessories company where I was involved in administration, marketing and production activities. Living and working abroad helped me find my career path and discover my interests.

Recruitment Intern Lagardère Travel Retail (Sydney, Australia) Intern Hanley Event Group (Dublin, Ireland)

WONG Wing LamBBA (Hons) in Management


This internship encouraged creativity in addition to enabling me to learn new technical skills. I became more self-motivated, attentive to details, as well as socially and technically competent.

Summer InternWah Kwong Maritime Agency Company Limited

MAK Kwok SingBBA (Hons) in International Shipping and Transport Logistics

I worked with another university student to help a social enterprise with brand building and promotional strategies. Our effort earned us a Grand Award for Excellence in Citi-HKCSS Community Intern Program 2016 co-hosted by Citi and The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS).

InternHKCSS-HSBC Social Enterprise Business Centre

MAK Ka YeeBBA (Hons) in Marketing

I worked with three professional and energetic teams and gained valuable experience during this internship.

Intern (Marketing & Corporate Communications Section)Employees Retraining Board

HO Soi IanBBA (Hons) in Marketing

I joined the Global Business Process Department in the summer during which I enhanced my communication skills and learned about online interactive user guides.

Accounting and Procurement InternMOL Liner Ltd

FOK Chi Yin BBA (Hons) in International Shipping and Transport Logistics / Minor in Accountancy

Project Concern Hong Kong offers medical and health service to low income people. This internship was a chance for me to share and promote social responsibility. I also deepened my understanding of the operation of a non-profit organization in Hong Kong.

Intern Project Concern Hong Kong

SO Pui KaBBA (Hons) in Management


Whole person development

Community serviceFaculty students work with non-profit organizations and attend to the needs of the elderly, children, youths and the wider community.

MentorshipProfessionals and executives offer Faculty students advice and guidance on professional development and career planning.

As part of an ORBIS project, we organized activities for primary and secondary school students to raise their awareness about the life and needs of the visually impaired.Vivian MA

Regular conversation with professionals let me learn a lot about work, life, and global development.LI Xiyuan

While fulfilling social responsibility, I could also apply the business knowledge and skills I learned to serve the needy and make new friends.Erick TSANG

Mentorship provided me with insights into career planning and equipping myself for the future.NG Ka Yan


Student ambassadorshipFaculty students sharpen their communication, presentation and social skills through participating in campus events, including seminars, summer camps and freshman orientations, as well as school visits and other promotional activities.

Clinton Global Initiative University (CGI U)Initiated by President Clinton in 2007, CGI U is a community of young leaders who take concrete steps to solve new challenges worldwide. It has five foci, namely Education, Environment and Climate Change, Peace and Human Rights, Poverty Alleviation, and Public Health.

I extended my network with industry leaders and peers from other institutions. I took part in collaborative projects to help vulnerable groups in society.THAI Thu Thao, Tracy

The annual meeting was enlightening and full of interesting ideas. A student team introduced a measure of physical health that would be accurate and easily understandable to the general public. Another team linked up voluntary work with network building. They would reward students who do voluntary work with opportunities to meet famous people.MENG Zhexuan

CGI U connects young people to make the world a better place. The annual meeting gathers over 1,000 students from all corners of the world to share amazing ideas and explore ways of turning them into action.YANG Yiqi

CGI U is where I find innovation, love and passion. I was impressed by an undergraduate from Tsinghua University and Vanderbilt University who co-founded a social enterprise to promote the use of biodegradable plates made from tree leaves in the North American market, thus empowering women in the developing world.JIANG Qinyu


The business competition involved a great deal of teamwork and turning ideas into solutions. We came to a better understanding of ourselves and our potential. The study tour to Seoul was meaningful and fruitful.WONG Hoi TungBBA (Hons) in Accounting and Finance

The programme Generation.Next: Global Leadership for the 21st Century consists of three parts:

Leadership training

Professional Development Workshops

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Competition

Future Leader Training


What inspired me most was the business competition. I was impressed by how an idea became reality through planning and most importantly acting. I came to realize that if I have the determination and passion and work hard, I will be closer to my goals each day.HUERTA MUNOZ Dafne, DanielaBBA (Hons) in Management

The CSR competition gave us a chance to identify our strengths and weaknesses. During the study tour, we visited many places in Japan, including Seiko Museum, Konica Minolta plant and universities.GANDHI Helli Vijay BBA (Hons) in Global Supply Chain Management


Student exchange

Over 200 Faculty students go on exchange to other parts of the world to gain new learning and cultural experiences.

The Faculty also receives over 200 exchange students from every corner of the globe.

Sponsorship is available for students with financial difficulties.

University of Gothenburg / Sweden

I embraced the Swedish way and art of living a balanced and fruitful life. Students here study hard and play harder. They spend half day on campus studying, take a coffee break in the afternoon, then meet friends and go for a drink in the evening.

In Sweden, we learned to speak for ourselves. Any question would be welcome and all opinions would be valued. We learned to think independently, critically and creatively, and take education into our own hands. With the aim of contributing to society, we did a group project on promoting circular economy through a second-hand shop.

CHONG Ai Ning

La Rochelle Business School / France

La Rochelle is a small city where everybody is hospitable and friendly. My exchange study at the business school was amazing. I had the best moments and greatest adventure in my life. Making friends with people from all over the world and playing football with them were the coolest things to do.

CHAN Yiu Lun

NHH Norwegian School of Economics / Norway

My exchange to Bergen, Norway was a life-changing experience. I learned more

about Norwegian culture and enriched my understanding of the country. I walked

miles to take in the beautiful scenery of snow mountains and lakes that I would

never forget. I made great friendships with people from different cultures.

CHIM Ho Wui, Howard


Universite du Quebec a Montreal / Canada

In Montreal, you have a healthy body especially in winter when it is extremely cold and you spend much time in the gym room. Montreal is a city of

tolerance and openness. You can express any idea even if it is beyond everyone’s imagination. Your

lecturer always says ‘I love your idea’.

HUNG Nga Sze

EBS Business School / Germany

The exchange provided me with an opportunity to learn from friends from all over the world and to understand more about other people. I lived with four Koreans. I studied, travelled, and played together with them. We built long-lived connections.

GUO Yao

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam / the Netherlands

My cultural exposure was greatly increased when I started to learn Dutch, the language of

the Netherlands. Instead of just visiting scenic spots and eating local food, I could interact

socially and mix better with other people.

GANDHI Helli Vijay


Copenhagen Business School / Denmark

I learned from the Danes that money is not as important as enjoying life together and maintaining work-life balance. Now I know why Denmark is the happiest nation in the world.

KAN Ka Yan

University of Florida / USA

I gained confidence to speak up in class and think of creative solutions to solve problems like the Americans. We developed innovative thinking through business case studies.

LEUNG Wan Ting

University of Mannheim / Germany

The semester in Germany was a rewarding experience. I joined a 17km hiking tour on a snowy day of -7ºC, thinking I could not

survive. The challenges were two times harder than I had expected but the prizes

were ten times greater!

LIM Yin Yin

EDHEC Business School / France

I collaborated with engineering students to develop an innovative product, learned and enjoyed life and liberty together with the French. Language was no longer a barrier.

IP Yan Ting


KU Leuven / Belgium

During the exchange, I was involved in

peer mentoring and impressed by Belgian

culture and customs. To me, the Belgians’ way of looking at challenges like Brexit is really interesting

and inspiring.

ZHU Tianhui

Kozminski University / Poland

I met people from the Polish and other cultures.

I learned in a beautiful environment with snow mountains, huge green area and blue sky, and lower cost of living.

MAN Mung Kiu

The University of Birmingham / United Kingdom

The semester of exchange in the UK was extremely fruitful. I had great chances to participate in events such as Easter Celebration and ValeFest (the largest student-run charity festival in Europe). Since Birmingham is centrally located, I was able to travel widely in England and Europe together with the new friends I made at the university.

SHIA Nan Yao

Maastricht University / the Netherlands

Being an exchange student in the Netherlands has been the best educational experience I had. The food, the people, the atmosphere in Maastricht increased my exposure to the unique Dutch culture. Maastricht University inspired me with problem-based learning and made me more confident.

TAM Yu Ling


Awards and achievements

Cross-Straits, Hong Kong and Macao Accounting and Business Case Competition 2018Certificate of meritAF students

TIHK (The Taxation Institute of Hong Kong) Tax Debate Competition 2018Third runner-up AF students

Young Tax Professional of the Year 2018 Hong KongSecond prizeAF student


Global Contest for the Best China-Focused Cases 2017Nominated Case AwardAF students

CFA Institute Research Challenge 2017-2018First Runner-up (Hong Kong Final) AF students

USFHK (The University Sports Federation of Hong Kong, China) Most Valuable Players 2017-2018AF and LMS students

Human Capital Management Society Scholarship 2017-2018Second runner-upMM student

Hong Kong Logistics Case Competition 2018Members of Champion, First and Second runner-up teamsLMS students


CIPS (The Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply) Hong Kong Best Student Award 2017Certificate of Merit and Certificate of AppreciationLMS students

Hong Kong Federation of Business Students CSR Challenge 2017Champion and Best Video AwardMM students


ACCA (the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants) ExamsTop Achievers (Hong Kong) (Sep 2016 to Jun 2017)AF, LMS, MM students and graduates

HKICPA (Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants) QP Exam Top students, Bronze award and ICAEW / Simon Morris Memorial Prize winners (Dec 2016 to Jun 2017)AF graduates

HKSI (Hong Kong Securities and Investment Institute) Scholarship Programme 2017Second Runner-upAF student

USFHK (The University Sports Federation of Hong Kong, China) Aquatic Meet 2017Gold, Silver, Bronze medallists and Record-breakersAF and LMS students

HKICS (The Hong Kong Institute of Chartered Secretaries) Corporate Governance Paper Competition 2017ChampionMM student


HSBC Overseas Scholarship 2016-2017AF student

ICBC (Inter-Collegiate Business Competition) 2016-2017Third place in Accounting and Human Resources eventsAF, LMS and MM students


FAQ

Can IELTS/TOEFL results be used to meet the English Language requirement?

Non-JUPAS applicants can use IELTS/TOEFL results to meet the English Language requirement. The minimum requirement is:•ATestofEnglishasaForeignLanguage(TOEFL)scoreof80fortheInternet-basedtestor550forthepaper-basedtest;OR

•AnoverallBandScoreof6intheInternationalEnglishLanguageTestingSystem(IELTS).

1

Can Applied Learning (ApL) subjects be used to meet the entrance requirements?

ApL subjects will not be accepted for meeting the entrance requirements of BBA programmes in PolyU.

2

How are admission decisions made?

Admissions decisions are made based on (a)Academicachievements;(b)Non-academicachievementsandOtherLearningExperiences(OLE);and/or(c) Selection interviews / aptitude tests.

3

How are applicants shortlisted for interview before the announcement of HKDSE result?

Shortlisting is usually based on information provided by school principals, applicants’ academic performance in school and other experiences & achievements (OEA), and additional information provided by the applicants.

4

In what way will WIE be assessed?

WIE will be graded as pass or fail based on: (1)Aninitialstatementfromthestudentontheobjectivesanddurationofwork;(2) A statement from the employer with confirmation on the work duration and

satisfactoryperformance;and(3) A self-evaluation report from the student.

5

How do business students develop a global outlook?

Students go on exchange outside Hong Kong to increase their cultural exposure. The Faculty collaborates on student exchange with more than one hundred universities, of which more than 70% are accredited by EQUIS or AACSB. Students can apply for Faculty Sponsorship and Faculty Hardship Fund as necessary.

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Contact us

Faculty of Business9/F Li Ka Shing TowerThe Hong Kong Polytechnic UniversityHung Hom, KowloonHong Kong

Tel: (852) 2766 5084Fax: (852) 2362 5773E-mail:[email protected]: fb.polyu.edu.hk

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The content of this publication is updated until September 2018.


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