The MSc in Finance offers rigorous training to master financial theories and techniques and develop strong quantitative reasoning, along with the latest technological skills in finance. You can study full-time for 1 year, or part-time for 2 years. After you graduate, you will be primed for a career in investment banking, commercial and corporate banking, asset management, regulatory bodies, consulting, financial services, accounting and general management.

Relevant and applicable skills

This programme provides a solid foundation in portfolio analysis, credit analysis, risk modelling, structured finance, sales and trading, operations and more. You will receive hands-on training in options, futures, trading strategies and algorithms, arbitrage and high frequency trading.

Practical experience

You will experience real market operations in the Finance Trading Laboratory and learn how to react to market fluctuations with guidance from professional traders at world-renowned financial organisations. The lab has 53 workstations equipped with Bloomberg and Reuters terminals, carrying with real-time data feeds from all major stock exchanges, including those in Hong Kong, Singapore, Seoul, Osaka, New York and Europe.

MSc in Finance Advisory Committee

The Full-time MSc Programme in Finance established an Advisory Committee in 2019. The members of this Committee are all seasoned professionals in the field of finance and related areas. The Committee provides high level steering on the direction of the programme as well as help in maintaining the quality and relevance of course content. The Committee also facilitates contact with industry for internships and graduate placements, practicums and mentorship programmes. The membership of the Advisory Committee as of 2024 is as follows:

• Co-chairmen

  Prof. Martin K Matsui
  Adjunct Professor
  Department of Finance
  CUHK Business School

  Prof. Christopher Chan
  Chief Investment Officer (Public Markets)
  Exchange Fund Investment Office
  Hong Kong Monetary Authority

  • Members

    Mr. Douglas Chow
    Founder & Chief Executive Officer
    PortageBay

    Dr. Sue Wan Chua
    Director, Investment Office
    The Hong Kong Jockey Club

    Dr. Kungsheng Fan
    Managing Director, Head of China
    Lazard Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited

    Mr. Albert Goh
    Chief Investment Officer (External Managers)
    Exchange Fund Investment Office
    Hong Kong Monetary Authority

    Mr. Ed Huang
    Senior Managing Director
    Head of Asia-Pacific (APAC)
    Blackstone’s Private Wealth Solutions Group
    The Blackstone Group

    Ms. Sau Kwan
    President
    E-Fund Management Co., Ltd

    Mr. Alvin Kwock
    Founder & Chief Executive Officer
    OneDegree

    Mr. Mark Leung
    Chief Executive Officer of China
    J.P. Morgan

    Mr. Andrew Lo
    Senior Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer
    Invesco Asia Pacific

    Mr. Tom Morrow
    Chairman of FICC & Equities in Asia Pacific
    Goldman Sachs (Asia) LLC

    Mr. Nick Pollard
    Former Managing Director, Asia Pacific
    CFA Institute

    Mr. David Russell
    Former Managing Director
    Head of Securities Services, Asia Pacific
    Citibank, N.A.

    Mr. William Shek
    Managing Director
    Head of Markets & Securities Services Hong Kong
    Head of FX, EM Rates & Commodities
    Global Debt Markets, Asia Pacific
    

    Mr. Tony Tang
    Head of China
    Citadel Securities Asia Services Limited

    Ms. Haining Yin
    APAC Head of Credit Client Solutions
    

    • Ex Officio Members

      Prof. Tao Shu
      Chairman
      Department of Finance
      CUHK Business School

      Prof. Ling Cen
      Director, MSc Programme in Finance
      Department of Finance
      CUHK Business School

      Dr. Edwin Mok
      QFIN Programme Director
      Associate Director, MSc Programme in Finance
      Department of Finance
      CUHK Business School

      • Secretary

        Ms. Ada Lai
        Placement Director
        Department of Finance
        CUHK Business School

        • Under-Secretary

          Ms. Ye Tian
          Senior Programme Manager
          MSc Programme in Finance
          Department of Finance
          CUHK Business School

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        • A bachelor’s degree with Second Class honours or achieving an average grade of B from a recognized university, or an equivalent professional qualification.
        • English language proficiency

        Full-time

        • GMAT / GRE scores are not mandatory, but a good GMAT / GRE score will strengthen the application.

        Part-time

        • Preferably with 2 years of post-qualification full-time work experience.

        Application will be processed on a rolling basis until all places fill up. Therefore, early applications are strongly encouraged. The application deadline may be closed early if places are no longer available. The subsequent applications received may not be considered.

        Application is OPEN!
        

        Develop holistic skills

        Tailored to suit you

        The advanced curriculum is highly flexible. With a wide range of electives to choose from, you can tailor your studies to your interests.

        Quality teaching methods

        Our unique tutorial system keeps classes small with a focus on practical applications. We refine the course material continuously, seeking and incorporating feedback from stakeholders regularly to ensure you get the most up-to-date knowledge and techniques in this field.

        A global outlook

        The Exchange Programme offers an opportunity to study at prestigious business schools abroad and gain a different perspective on business issues while building a global network. We also offer overseas study trips, so you can gain a broader perspective and acquire new skills.

        Prepare for your future

        To help you prepare for a rich and rewarding career, we invest significant resources in career support. We give practical workshops on all aspects of the job hunting and application process, as well as comprehensive and personalised career advice and coaching, such as one-to-one or small group mock interviews. We also organise experience sharing and networking sessions with alumni and industry professionals.

        Careers after graduation

        MSc in Finance graduates are in high demand in Hong Kong and beyond. Our placement office works closely with an impressive and growing list of employers. Our graduates are equipped to take up a wide range of roles, such as portfolio analysis, credit analysis, risk modelling, structured finance, sales and trading, operations and more. They are also suited to roles as graduate or management trainees in general business.

        On average, more than 90% of our graduates have found employment within three months of graduation. Around 80% of these work in the banking and finance industry, with about 40% based in Hong Kong.

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        Is this programme for me?

        We take students from a broad range of disciplines based on ability and motivation. The majority of our students have an academic background in finance or business, and some are from arts, science and engineering and other disciplines.

        1st MSc in Finance programme in Hong Kong

        >90% of our graduates find employment within 3 months upon graduation on average

        40% of teaching staff are senior executives working in the finance industry

        Get to know our alumni

        Our alumni are passionate about supporting each other and current students, continuously expanding our network of deep connections and influence in business and society.

        Alex Wang (MSc in Finance Full-time Student 2020)

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