Master of Economics Postgraduate Programme By The University of Hong Kong - HKU Business School |TopUniversities

Master of Economics

Location

HKU Main Campus, Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
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Programme Duration

24 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

51,026 USDTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

12 Dec, 2025Application Deadline

Scholarship

1Scholarships

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Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Economics Programme at the HKU Business School aims to introduce students to frontier developments in economics and to equip them with state-of-the-art analytical tools. Our comprehensive curriculum has multiple learning streams and helps students connect economic theory with real world business. As a student on this course, you will have the opportunity to take part in in-depth discussions and conduct studies on China economics from Hong Kong’s unique perspective. The school boasts a top-class teaching faculty with strong economists and outstanding alumni and mentors, as well as an active research environment, with long-term collaborative research opportunities available both within and outside the faculty. The programme also provides students with a strong foundation for PhD study, should they choose to continue their studies, and Master of Economics students can also apply to complete their PhD overseas through the Theory stream.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Economics and Econometrics

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

The Master of Economics Programme at the HKU Business School aims to introduce students to frontier developments in economics and to equip them with state-of-the-art analytical tools. Our comprehensive curriculum has multiple learning streams and helps students connect economic theory with real world business. As a student on this course, you will have the opportunity to take part in in-depth discussions and conduct studies on China economics from Hong Kong’s unique perspective. The school boasts a top-class teaching faculty with strong economists and outstanding alumni and mentors, as well as an active research environment, with long-term collaborative research opportunities available both within and outside the faculty. The programme also provides students with a strong foundation for PhD study, should they choose to continue their studies, and Master of Economics students can also apply to complete their PhD overseas through the Theory stream.

Admission Requirements

6+
80+
To be eligible for admission to the Master of Economics Programme, a candidate must: Hold a recognised degree or equivalent; Obtain statements from two referees, regarding his/her suitability for the Programme; and Obtain a TOEFL/IELTS score if you are not from an English-medium university. GMAT/GRE scores are not required, but a good GMAT/GRE score will be favourably considered and can be helpful for marginal cases. In general, applicants are not required to attend an interview during the admissions process. You may be invited to record and upload additional mandatory admission videos. 

12 Dec 2025
2 Years
Sep

  • Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance

Domestic
51,026 USD
International
51,026 USD

Scholarships

HKU Business School Dean's Master Fellowship

HKU Business School Dean's Master Fellowship
Master Open

Value

$32051

Deadline

13 Feb 2026

Application requirements

QS Event Attendance is NOT required

Entry requirements

You must be admitted to this school to be awarded

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