Overview

The Innovative Business Design MDes program from PolyU Design aims:

to foster transdisciplinary knowledge through systematic integration;

to impart an understanding of the essentials in design, business and technology;

to progress practice-based research and integrative design thinking training;

to incubate talents for Hong Kong industries' transformation; and

to identify opportunities and resources for improving lives and economies at the local, regional and global levels.

Key facts:

Students gain a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of today’s global market through the programme's interdisciplinary approach to design and business.

The programme emphasises the importance of creativity, innovation and responsible business practices in driving sustainable growth in organisations. Students are encouraged to think critically, challenge traditional business models, and develop innovative solutions to complex problems.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Design for Transformation

Lab Studies in Human Cyber-Physical Systems

Theme-Based Project

Entrepreneurship Project

Designing Services

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-25 00:00:00

Language

English

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OR

80

OR

4.5

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IELTS

6

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Credits

37 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kowloon, Hong Kong (SAR)

Disciplines

Business Administration Industrial Design Innovation Management View 6 other Masters in Innovation Management in Hong Kong (SAR)

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

OR

80

OR

4.5

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6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent in design, business, humanities, or a technological field is required, preferably with two years of relevant professional experience.

Candidates with other tertiary qualifications complemented by substantial relevant professional experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Personal statement

Two letters of recommendation (academic/ work)

Evidence of academic qualification, i.e. degree certificate(s)/diploma(s) and final official transcript(s)

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Applies to you

Non-residents

288600 HKD / year

≈ 288600 HKD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

288600 HKD / year

≈ 288600 HKD / year

Additional Details

Tuition fees will not be charged for the 1-credit AIE subject

Living costs

Kowloon

Hong Kong (SAR)

12000 - 22000 HKD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Other requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Additional Details

Living costs

Kowloon

Funding

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