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The inaugural class of the HKUST Entrepreneurial Innovation Technology Management Scholar (EITMS) program welcomed 58 tech innvoators, marking the launch of a new ecosystem for the integration of industry and education. T he first cohort joined the opening ceremony in March to embark on this cross-disciplinary learning journey that bridges frontier academia ... Read More

Prof. Veronique Lafon-Vinais, Program Co-Director of the BSc in Sustainable and Green Finance program, was honored with the bestowal of Chevalier de l'Ordre National du Mérite at the Consulate General of France in Hong Kong and Macau. The honor was presented by Mrs. Christile DRULHE, Consulate General of France in Hong Kong and Macau (left) to Prof. Lafon ... Read More

The 2026 edition of the QS World University Rankings by Subject featuring 55 subjects has been released. HKUST Business School is ranked #1 in Hong Kong for “Business & Management Studies” and “Statistics & Operational Research”. This achievement highlights our top standing in these subjects in Hong Kong, a recognition that belongs to our students, faculty ... Read More

HKUST undergraduate teams delivered an outstanding performance at the Hong Kong Securities and Investment (HKSI) Institute Case Competition 2026, securing top positions in a highly competitive field. The multi-stage competition attracted over 460 students across 125 teams. Over two months, they engaged in intensive coaching around the theme of FinTech. Each ... Read More

Community support has long underpinned HKUST and the Business School’s mission to excel in research and education. In recognition of the Choi family’s generous donation, a teaching laboratory in the Lee Shau Kee Business Building has been named the Choi Hin To FinTech Laboratory ( 蔡衍濤金融科技研習室 ). This dedication honors the late Mr. CHOI Hin To, founder of Hong ... Read More

HKUST Business School continues to broaden its global footprint through purposeful engagement that advances academic collaboration, enriches student opportunities, and strengthens research­-driven partnerships. In the few weeks since our new Dean, Prof. Frederik ANSEEL, came on board, the School has already welcomed ten visiting delegations led by senior ... Read More

The HKUST Finance Insights program was awarded the Merit Award at the Investor and Financial Education Award 2025 (Education – Tertiary Institution Category). The award presentation ceremony was held on March 10, in the presence of Mr. Vitor DAWES, IFEC Chairman, and Dr. Jeff SZE, Under Secretary for Education, Education Bureau. Organized by the Investor and ... Read More

The HKUST Center for Technology and Business Ecosystem (CTBE) joined hands with the Investor and Financial Education Council (IFEC), and Cyberport, successfully concluded the 2026 Hong Kong Web3 Ideathon. This competition tested contestants’ innovation in AI, FinTech, and financial literacy, drawing 107 teams comprising over 300 students from ten local ... Read More

HKUST salutes two alumnae whose impactful leadership is transforming lives and communities. Their exceptional achievements have been recognized with prestigious awards, reflecting their commitment to creating positive social impact and driving meaningful change. AmCham’s Women Champion of Disadvantaged Groups of Minorities Dr. Kanie SIU (MBA alumna), CEO of ... Read More

BizTalks kicked off the new semester with a highly engaging session at Business School Central, marked by strong participation both in person and online . In collaboration with the DBA program, the event brought together esteemed scholars and distinguished DBA alumni to delve into how current geopolitical tensions influence financial strategies and the ... Read More