For admission to BEcon/BEcon&Fin programme, there are no additional requirements other than the University entrance requirements.

The School of Economics and Finance will give special consideration to candidates with strong language and analytical skills. For JUPAS applicants, admission is based mainly on their results in the HKCEE and HKALE.

Arts and science students have equal opportunities for admission, and both are encouraged to apply. No prior study of economics is required. Students admitted can choose to enrol in either the BEcon or BEcon&Fin programme.

The BEcon and BEcon&Fin programmes share the same JUPAS code. Upon admission to the University, students are required to enroll in one of these programmes.

The BEcon programme trains students in economic theory, statistical tools, the application of theory to solve practical economic problems in trade, banking, the labour market, and the evaluation of the regional economic performances of China, Hong Kong and other economies.

BEcon students are required to take a total of 180 credits of courses. In the first year, students are required to take four compulsory introductory courses in economics, elementary statistics and mathematics. Students with different mathematical backgrounds are subject to different course requirements. In the subsequent years, students should take 10 (minimum) to 16 (maximum) courses offered by the School of Economics and Finance, three of which are compulsory. This allows students a high degree of flexibility in planning their future career specialisation.

The BEcon&Fin programme is designed to meet the interests of students who are seeking a balanced study of both economics and finance. While the BEcon programme is more specialised, there is also more room for students to gain exposure to business, social sciences and science subjects.

BEcon&Fin students are required to complete a total of 180 credits of courses. In the first year, students are required to take six compulsory courses. In the subsequent years, students should take 14 (minimum) to 16 (maximum) courses offered by the School of Economics and Finance, five of which are compulsory.

Given the solid training provided, graduates of the BEcon or BEcon&Fin programme are equipped to excel in a wide variety of jobs. Most graduates have found employment in banks, financial institutions and major corporations. Some have developed careers in government and education, while others have furthered their studies in major universities locally and overseas.

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