Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours in Financial Technology and Innovation

Lee Shau Kee School of Business and Administration Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours in Financial Technology and Innovation
PROGRAMME CODE
DIRECT APPLICATION: BBAHFTIJS
ENTRY
SENIOR YEAR ENTRY
STUDY DURATION
2-YEAR
MODE OF STUDY
FULL-TIME, FACE-TO-FACE
 

PROGRAMME CODE

 

ENTRY

STUDY DURATION

MODE OF STUDY


DIRECT APPLICATION: BBAHFTIJS


SENIOR YEAR ENTRY


2-YEAR


FULL-TIME, FACE-TO-FACE

 

PROGRAMME CODE

 

ENTRY

 

STUDY DURATION

 

MODE OF STUDY


DIRECT APPLICATION: BBAHFTIJS


SENIOR YEAR ENTRY


2-YEAR


FULL-TIME, FACE-TO-FACE

About The Programme

The Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours in Financial Technology and Innovation is designed to provide students with quality education in theoretical and practical knowledge and skills to apply technological innovations to a changing business environment, especially financial services industry, so as to equip them to take up positions of responsibility, leadership and consultancy in financial services industry.

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILOs)

  1. Explain and critically review business theories and concepts to identify issues, analyse situations, and develop solutions for multi-faceted problems in organisational settings.
  2. Critically evaluate issues and make informed judgements in view of the organisation's strategies as well as ethical considerations.
  3. Make meaningful contributions as a leader and member in a team setting and communicate effectively.
  4. Command knowledge of the practices and activities of key aspects of financial institutions and financial systems.
  5. Integrate and apply advanced analytical skills and technologies to refine decision making and open new opportunities for financial innovation.
  6. Assimilate and synthesize new knowledge in financial technology, apply it to tackle challenges in financial services industry and develop practical recommendations.

Admission Requirements

 

Applicants of Senior Year Entry to the programme must satisfy the following entry requirement:

 

An Associate Degree / Higher Diploma (or its equivalent) in a business-related discipline from a tertiary institution recognized by the University;

 

OR

An Associate Degree / Higher Diploma (or its equivalent) in a non-business related area from a tertiary institution recognized by the University upon completion of a bridging programme offered by HKMU.

 

Applicants are required to fulfill the English language requirements of the University and may be required to attend an admission interview and/or written test.

 

Programme Structure and Contents^

Students pursuing this programme must successfully complete 80 credits of courses.

YEAR 3

Term
Course Code
Course Title
No. of Credits
Autumn
FIN B280F
Introduction to Financial Management
5
FINT B337F
Algorithmic and High-Frequency Trading
5
FIN B375F
Banking Services
5
FIN B389F
Financial Markets
5
Spring
BUS B368F
Business Issues and Ethics
5
FIN B385F
Investment Management
5
LAW B330F
Evolving Regulatory Framework of FinTech
5
MGT B398F
Business Strategy
5

YEAR 4

Term
Course Code
Course Title
No. of Credits
Autumn
BUS B328F*
Investigating Entrepreneurial Opportunities
10
FIN B488F
Derivatives and Risk Management
5
FINT B338F
E-payment Systems, Cryptocurrencies and Cyber Security
5
One Concentration Elective
5
Spring
BUS B328F*
Investigating Entrepreneurial Opportunities
10
BIA B452F
Business Intelligence and Big Data Analytics
5
MGT B456F
Innovation Management
5
One Concentration Elective
5

* Course carry-over from Autumn Term

^ Students may be required to complete a bridging programme which consists of selected foundation and/or middle level course(s) and/or a summer bridging course.

^ Students admitted via Year 3 entry in or after 2023/24 must complete the four University Core Values Modules, namely Core Value I (Integrity), Core Value II (Fairness), Core Value III (Perseverance), and Core Value IV (Innovation) for graduation.

In the era of globalization, business opportunities are inevitably increasing around the world. The School is committed to preparing students for the challenges in the international business environment. In view of this, a Global Immersion Programme will be held to provide students with opportunities to study and travel abroad, be exposed to the language of global business, engage with global issues and eventually become empowered global citizens. This programme is compulsory.

Undergraduate Global Immersion Programme

Being able to work effectively with foreigners and foreign organisations has become a very important contributor to career success in the internationalised economy. The Undergraduate Global Immersion Programme (UG-GIP) is designed to support B&A students in developing their potential in the internationalised environment. UG-GIP aims to instill in students a deeper understanding of a foreign culture and its society and environment, and expose students to a broader overview and understanding of international business.

For senior year entry students, UG-GIP comprises two non-credit bearing courses: BUS B083F (Year 3)*, and BUS B084F (Year 4). These courses are designed to enhance students' intercultural awareness and communication skills and help students to develop a global mindset. Details can be found here.

*BUS B083F includes a study tour. Students are responsible for incidental expenses such as airfare and accommodation.

Career and Further Studies

Career Prospects

Graduates can take up various positions ranging from entry to senior level in financial services industry.

Further Studies

Opportunities are available for the graduates of this programme to pursue postgraduate studies in Hong Kong and abroad. Students may continue to study for a Master of Business Administration or other master’s degrees in business-related areas.

Professional Recognition

Global Academy of Finance and Management (GAFM)

Graduates of the BBA (Hons) in Financial Technology and Innovation will receive the Chartered Certified FinTech Professional (ChFP) certification of GAFM upon nomination by HKMU. The possession of a ChFP shows his/her professional competence to employers and customers in the areas of financial technology as well as his/her understanding of how technology shapes the future of finance.

Institute of Financial Technologist of Asia (IFTA)

Graduates of the BBA (Hons) in Financial Technology and Innovation may claim exemptions of up to a maximum of six modules at Level 1 of the Certificate in Finance and Technology (CFT) Program. The Certificate in Finance and Technology (CFT) is a unique pioneering qualification designed by expert industry practitioners to give technology professionals a better knowledge and skills of the business they support.

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