HKU Business School 26Fall Early Round: Key Info & All 11 Master's Program Requirements

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CheersYou（清柚教育） has compiled the core application information for HKU Business School's 26Fall early round. This year, HKU Business School offers 11 master's programs, with the early round opening on July 1 and closing on July 25, and results announced uniformly at the end of August. Several significant policy adjustments have been made, including the removal of the application quantity limit and traditional interview, the addition of an application video component, strengthened background checks on internships and work experience, and a clear requirement for two recommendation letters with at least one academic reference and an official proof link. Program directors also provided targeted preferences and assessment suggestions for specific programs such as Marketing and Global Management, with some popular programs expected to reduce intake. CheersYou（清柚教育） reminds all prospective students and families that applicants not admitted in the early round will automatically be moved to the regular round. We advise paying close attention to each program's detailed requirements, preparing video recordings and background enhancement materials in advance, and strategically planning multi-program applications to seize the first opportunity for admission to top schools.

The early round briefing for the University of Hong Kong Business School's master's programs has just concluded. Let's follow CheersYou（清柚教育） to see the key application highlights!

For 26Fall, a total of 11 programs are offered, among which Family Wealth Management, Wealth Management, Sustainable Accounting and Finance, and Accounting Analytics are all newly launched programs within the past year.

Additionally, the Climate Governance and Risk Management program has been transferred from the Business School to the Faculty of Social Sciences starting this year, with the early round application expected to open in early August. Interested students can wait for the program to go live.

The early round for all HKU Business School master's programs opens for applications on July 1, closes on July 25, and admission results will be announced at the end of August.

Meanwhile, this round is not rolling; all application materials will be reviewed uniformly after the deadline.

For the 26Fall application, there is no longer a limit on the number of programs you can apply to. You can submit applications for multiple programs at once, and the review for each program is independent. This means recommendation letters can also be reused without negatively impacting your applications.

However, it is important to note that two recommendation letters are required, with at least one coming from your home university professor—an academic referee. When completing the recommendation form, the academic referee must also provide an official CV or directory link on the university's website to verify their position and title.

Regarding work experience, HKU Business School continues to strengthen background checks on internship/work experience this year. Only materials that meet the requirements will be accepted as valid proof.

Language requirements (TOEFL Home Edition and IELTS One Skill Retake are not accepted; however, applicants from Sino-foreign joint venture institutions can provide English medium of instruction proof for language exemption), scholarship arrangements, Bootcamp scheduling, Stream selection, and material supplementation all follow the 25Fall regulations. The biggest changes are the addition of an Application Video and the removal of the Interview (though some programs may invite applicants for interviews on a case-by-case basis).

After 12:00 noon on July 25, the regular round will open for applications. Those without results in the early round will automatically move to the first round without needing to resubmit.

In addition to the Business School's general requirements, each program director has provided more specific requirements and suggestions. Let's take a closer look.

Marketing

👉🏻 A one-year program that can be extended to two years

👉🏻 GRE/GMAT are not mandatory but can be submitted to demonstrate additional standardized test capabilities

👉🏻 Not only will the applicant's GPA/internships be evaluated, but uniqueness will be highly valued

👉🏻 Approximately 400 students are expected to be admitted

👉🏻 The Application Video does not need to be too long; the key is to explain the reasons for choosing MKT

Global Management

👉🏻 451 students were admitted in 25Fall; this year the intake is expected to be reduced to 400

👉🏻 Hard indicators such as GPA, language proficiency, and standardized test scores are valued more than personal statements

👉🏻 The admissions officer may arrange additional interviews for applicants they are interested in

Accounting

👉🏻 300 students were admitted in 25Fall; the intake may be reduced this year

👉🏻 Applicants are evaluated holistically, not solely on GPA

👉🏻 Possessing professional qualifications such as ACCA or CICPA does not necessarily provide an advantage; applicants are considered from a comprehensive perspective

Economics

👉🏻 Over 400 students were admitted in 25Fall; this year's intake is to be determined

👉🏻 Applicants with non-economics backgrounds can also apply, but they must attend a summer Bootcamp and pass every module test

👉🏻 The Bootcamp is free and credits can be transferred

👉🏻 There is no hard GPA requirement; students are evaluated based on their overall profile

👉🏻 Published papers are not required, but if available they can be advantageous depending on the quality of the article

Finance

👉🏻 The enrollment number is expected to remain similar to last year

👉🏻 GRE and GMAT are not required but are highly important; submission is recommended, with higher scores being better, but if scores are low, submission is not advised

👉🏻 Investment banking internship experience is a plus

👉🏻 Both Chinese and English versions of internship certificates must be submitted

Family Wealth Management

👉🏻 Strong emphasis on the applicant's passion for family wealth management, as well as their potential and influence

👉🏻 No preference for the applicant's academic background or work experience

👉🏻 It is recommended to submit both recommendation letters as academic references

👉🏻 An additional statement is required when applying for scholarships

👉🏻 260 students were admitted in 25Fall; a reduction is expected this year

Accounting Analytics

👉🏻 Expected to admit 80–100 students for 26Fall

👉🏻 Leadership will be valued in internship experience

👉🏻 High GRE/GMAT scores will enhance competitiveness

👉🏻 GPA is not the sole criterion; the admissions officer values diversity

👉🏻 Applicants are not limited to those with an accounting background; diverse backgrounds are welcomed

👉🏻 The Personal Statement has no word limit; they want to see the applicant's strengths and reasons for wanting to join this program. Avoid verbosity; ensure clear logic, brevity, and depth

👉🏻 Compared with Accounting, Accounting Analytics focuses more on the practical application of data analysis in various industries

👉🏻 Compared with Sustainable Accounting and Finance, students can gain exposure to ESG-related content and development trends, acquire technical knowledge in data implementation, and have the opportunity to choose from a variety of elective courses in their field

Sustainable Accounting and Finance

👉🏻 ESG/Finance background is not required (the professor themselves comes from a physics background)

👉🏻 Students from all backgrounds are welcome, and applicants will be evaluated holistically

👉🏻 In the Personal Statement, they want to see the reasons for choosing this program and the benefits you hope to gain

👉🏻 Expected to enroll one class of 90 students

👉🏻 In 25Fall, there were many admissions from non-985/211 universities; there is no preference for 985/211, making it friendly for applicants from non-elite universities

👉🏻 It is recommended to submit applications during the early round, as it is uncertain if there will be places in the regular round

Wealth Management

👉🏻 Expected to enroll only one class of 100 students

👉🏻 Internships at non-major companies are acceptable; the key is how they are reflected in the personal statement

👉🏻 Applicants are evaluated comprehensively, not just on GPA or undergraduate institution tier

👉🏻 Wealth Management and Family Wealth Management are quite different; you can refer to the curriculum design when making your choice

👉🏻 There is only one admission round; it is first come, first served, so early application is recommended

Business Analytics

👉🏻 380 students were admitted in 25Fall across four classes; this year's numbers are expected to be similar, with an acceptance rate around 10%

👉🏻 In addition to scholarships, internship opportunities are also provided

👉🏻 There is no restriction on academic background, but the application materials should explain your motivation for applying

👉🏻 There is no interview

👉🏻 The application video is by invitation only

Financial Technology

👉🏻 Planned enrollment is around 180 students for 26Fall

👉🏻 Applicants without a computer science or finance background are accepted

👉🏻 Fintech students can choose elective courses offered by the Faculty of Engineering and the Faculty of Law (exclusive to fintech students)

👉🏻 This year the scholarship ratio will be expanded, offering more scholarships than other programs

👉🏻 Enhanced career support will be provided to help students with job hunting

The early round application window is already halfway through; those who have not yet uploaded materials should hurry! Remember not to submit at the last moment to avoid delays due to system congestion!

CheersYou（清柚教育） wishes everyone success in gaining admission to their dream school and receiving scholarships!

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