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Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Economics and Finance 經濟學學士 / 經濟金融學學士

BEcon/BEcon&Fin

Short Description

The BEcon and BEcon&Fin programmes share the same programme code. Students are required to enrol in either one of the programmes on admission.

The BEcon programme trains students in economic theories, statistical tools, the application of theories to solve practical economic problems in trade, banking, the labour market and evaluation of the regional economic performances of China, Hong Kong and other economies. Students will be furnished with solid theoretical and empirical economic knowledge to analyse and understand human behaviour and social interactions. The programme allows students a high degree of flexibility in planning their future career specialisation. Students can also declare a second major or minor(s) if they are able to meet the programme requirements.

The BEcon&Fin programme is designed to meet the interests of students who are seeking a balanced study of both economics and finance. The programme recognises the significance of economics both in its own right and as a foundation for the study of finance, and the significance of finance as a career path for students in Hong Kong. Students will receive solid training in economic and financial theories and applications. They will be equipped with the skills to analyse human behaviour and social interaction, as well as to solve problems in financial institutions.  The single-major curriculum structure enables students the flexibility to pursue a second major or minor(s). 

HKU-PKU “Future Leaders” Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Finance and Management

Jointly offered with Peking University (PKU), the HKU-PKU “Future Leaders” Dual Bachelor’s Degree in Economics, Finance and Management integrates the strengths of two leading business schools in Hong Kong and Mainland China. Students will be awarded a Bachelor of Economics and Finance (BEcon&Fin) from HKU, and a Bachelor of Management (BMgmt) from PKU upon successful completion of the 4-year programme.

The economic development in Hong Kong and Mainland China is highly intertwined, yet the business environment in the two places is utterly disparate.  This programme aims to instil students with a robust understanding of the business models in the two markets, and to help them familiarize with the different operation and management styles. 

There are ample opportunities for students to participate in summer exchange programmes at world-class universities, and to gain internship experience from Hong Kong or Mainland China companies.  With solid knowledge of economics, finance and management and interpersonal skills gained in multi-cultural and social contexts, graduates are expected to become competitive and capable business leaders with a global perspective.

Separate application is required for applying to this Dual Bachelor’s Degree programme.

Remarks:
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Programme Website

Requirements

  • Programme Entrance Requirements
  • General Entrance Requirements
Core Subjects Minimum Level
CHINESE LANGUAGE 3
CITIZENSHIP AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT1 Attained
ENGLISH LANGUAGE 4
MATHEMATICS COMPULSORY PART 3
Elective Subject(s) Minimum Level
ANY 1 SUBJECT (EXCLUDING APPLIED LEARNING, OTHER LANGUAGE) 3
ANY 1 SUBJECT (EXCLUDING APPLIED LEARNING)2 3
Or
ANY 1 SUBJECT (EXCLUDING APPLIED LEARNING, OTHER LANGUAGE) 3
MATHEMATICS EXTENDED MODULE 1 OR 2 3

Remark:

  1. Level 2 in Liberal Studies achieved in previous sitting(s) will be considered in lieu of Citizenship and Social Development.
  2. Other Language subjects will be used as unspecified elective subjects. The minimum requirement is Grade E.
The calculation of programme score considers category A subjects and M1/M2 only. Please refer to hku.hk/dse for details.

The result(s) of Liberal Studies, Combined Science and Integrated Science achieved in previous sitting(s) will also be considered.
Core Subjects Minimum Level
CHINESE LANGUAGE 3
CITIZENSHIP AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT3 Attained
ENGLISH LANGUAGE 3
MATHEMATICS COMPULSORY PART 2
Elective Subject(s) Minimum Level
ANY 1 SUBJECT (EXCLUDING APPLIED LEARNING, OTHER LANGUAGE) 3
ANY 1 SUBJECT (EXCLUDING APPLIED LEARNING)4 3
Or
ANY 1 SUBJECT (EXCLUDING APPLIED LEARNING, OTHER LANGUAGE) 3
MATHEMATICS EXTENDED MODULE 1 OR 2 3

Remark:

  1. "Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education” is referred to as “HKDSE”.
  2. "Attained with Distinction" obtained prior to 2018, or "Attained with Distinction (I)" or "Attained with Distinction (II)" obtained in or after 2018, in Applied Learning subjects (other than Applied Learning Chinese) will be used as additional supporting information. In the meantime, student learning experiences in Applied Learning subjects may be considered within the context of other learning experiences in their application.
  3. Level 2 in Liberal Studies achieved in previous sitting will be considered in lieu of Citizenship and Social Development.
  4. Other Language subjects will be used as unspecified elective subjects. The minimum requirement is Grade E.
The result(s) of Combined Science and Integrated Science achieved in previous sitting(s) will also be considered.

Calculation of scores for applicants with more than 1 sitting in HKDSE Examination

In general, most of the programmes offered by HKU consider the best results achieved by candidates in different combination of sittings, except for a few programmes which only consider the latest results.  Few programmes may also impose a penalty on HKDSE repeaters.  Please refer to https://www.hku.hk/dse for details.

First Year Tuition Fee

HK$ 42,100

Contacts

Faculty of Business and Economics (HKU Business School)

Email: fbe.ugenquiry@hku.hk

Tel: +852 3917 5343

Statistics

Application Statistics (after Modification of Programme Choices)

Year Band A Band B Band C Band D Band E Total
2023 327 221 343 483 440 1814
2022 393 275 341 459 395 1863
2021 433 260 335 462 403 1893
2020 361 218 341 443 381 1744
2019 489 320 375 442 430 2056
2018 378 330 387 498 517 2110
2017 412 305 413 560 553 2243
2016 396 264 438 562 577 2237
2015 448 308 449 666 675 2546
2014 440 309 469 681 791 2690
2013 460 318 444 702 895 2819
2012 453 301 459 696 854 2763

Offer Statistics (as at the Announcement of the Main Round Offer Results)

Year Band A Band B Band C Band D Band E Total
2023 60 0 0 0 0 60
2022 82 0 0 0 0 82
2021 90 0 0 0 0 90
2020 121 0 0 0 0 121
2019 93 0 0 0 0 93
2018 103 2 0 0 0 105
2017 103 3 0 0 0 106
2016 125 1 0 0 0 126
2015 125 0 0 0 0 125
2014 122 3 0 0 0 125
2013 125 0 0 0 0 125
2012 131 1 2 0 1 135