The International Postgraduate Scholarship (IPS) scheme at the HKBU School of Business is a global initiative designed to nurture business leaders, bringing together highly talented and intellectually-motivated students from around the world to one of the selected Master’s degree programs.
Although these young achievers come from diverse backgrounds, they have all demonstrated leadership potential and have a common interest in making a difference in the world. For those who would like to study in Hong Kong, here is a golden opportunity. Founded in 1956, Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) has blossomed from a post-secondary college into a dynamic university recognized for its academic excellence and innovative spirit. Hong Kong Baptist University is the only business school in Hong Kong and amongst the 1% of business schools worldwide with triple accreditation and ranks 4th in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2023 – Quality Education.
HKBU promote an international community of scholars, offering a diverse range of academic programs to undergraduate, master’s and PhD students. During the course of your study at HKBU which is situated right in the very center of the Asian high-tech hub, you will undeniably be surrounded by daring, innovative thinking opened to the global environment. Beyond academics, HKBU has a vibrant campus life, fostering personal growth and cultural exchange through its diverse student body and strong alumni network. HKBU student will have a 24 months Guaranteed stay in Hong Kong after graduation.
Program Details
- Host Institution: Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU).
- Eligible Programs: Accountancy, Business Administration / Management, Corporate Governance, Economics / Data Analytics, Finance / FinTech, Human Resources Management, Marketing / Entrepreneurship.
- Number of Awards: Not specified.
- Duration: Candidate’s program duration.
- Target group: The scholarship is open for international students.
HKBU International Postgraduate Scholarship Benefits
The HKBU International Postgraduate Scholarship will provide successful applicants a full tuition fee waiver plus an allowance that amounts to US$ 12,800 for international students (with nationality outside Mainland China, Macau SAR and Hong Kong SAR). The program office may offer a scholarship other than IPS, or even no scholarship, to an admitted international student.
Eligible Master’s Courses
The HKBU School of Business is dedicated to student success across the world. The International Postgraduate Scholarships (IPS) will be awarded to international students (with nationality outside Mainland China, Macau SAR and Hong Kong SAR) who are admitted to one of the below full-time one-year taught postgraduate business programmes:
- Master of Accountancy
- Master of Human Resources Management
- MSc in Applied Accounting & Finance
- MSc in Applied Economics
- MSc in Business Management
- MSc in Corporate Governance and Compliance
- MSc in Data Analytics and Business Economics
- MSc in Entrepreneurship and Global Marketing
- MSc in Finance (FinTech and Financial Analytics)
- MSc in Marketing for the Creative Economy
HKBU International Postgraduate Scholarship Eligibility
To qualify for this university scholarship, Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- have a Bachelor’s degree from a recognized tertiary institution;
- Proof of English proficiency by IELTS or TOEFL (for applicants whose bachelor’s degrees are obtained from an institution where the medium of instruction is NOT English);
- Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an online interview and/or a written test.
You will stand as a strong candidate if you are:
- An outstanding applicant for one of the full-time postgraduate programs from countries/regions outside Mainland China, Macau, and Hong Kong;
- A future leader who is determined to make a positive impact on the business community and the wider world;
- Committed to taking part in HKBU’s internationalization projects and activities during the study period.
Similar opportunities
- Japan and World Bank Scholarship for Developing Countries;
- Top 10 Fully Funded Scholarships for International Students;
- Australia Awards Scholarships for Development.
Application instructions
Interested applicants who would like to apply for this Asia scholarship must follow steps below.
- Submit your application online to one of the designated full-time master’s programmes. Competition increases as the year progress, so it is recommended to start your application early.
- Pay a non-refundable application fee of HK$450.
- All prospective students who have submitted the online application to one of the designated programs will be considered for the qualification of IPS or other scholarships simultaneously. A separate application for a scholarship is not required.
Note : Apart from the MSc in Entrepreneurship and Global Marketing (MScEGM) programme commencing in January 2025, all other taught postgraduate programmes will commence in September 2024.
The application is open now and deadlines vary per program (around Feb – May 2024). Please check the respective program page for the exact deadline of each program information on the application deadline. For more details on the HKBU International Postgraduate Scholarship for international students, please visit the official page. To be the first to see latest opportunities, please follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.
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