12 months
Duration
380000 HKD/year
380000 HKD/year
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About

The Master of Science in Accounting Program (MSAC) offered by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology provides students with an interest in accounting related opportunity to further their study with a premier accounting curriculum at postgraduate level.

Overview

Key facts:

  • The program is both practical and academically rigorous. It is based on a foundation of carefully designed courses and components, and intends to cultivate “thinking” professional accountants, nurturing them to become successful business professionals across different business functions within diverse organizations.
  • The program caters for accounting and non-accounting majors from business disciplines who are thinking of developing, or further enhancing, their careers in accounting and other related fields. Through this program, graduates will derive knowledge in accounting and business related areas at advanced level and be accredited by the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA) Qualification Program (QP).
  • The program provides students access to professionalism and the opportunity to master future success.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • Corporate Financial Reporting 
  • Taxation
  • Auditing
  • Corporate Finance
  • Managerial Accounting 

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

30 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

GRE admission requirements GRE®
Required
GMAT admission requirements GMAT
Required

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

  • Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
  • Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
  • Liability
  • Home contents and baggage
  • Accidents
  • Legal aid

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants seeking admission to a master's degree program should have obtained a bachelor’s degree from a recognized institution, or an approved equivalent qualification

  • A bachelor’s degree in a business discipline, or
  • (i) A bachelor’s degree in a non-business discipline and (ii) one of the following:
    • Having studied courses in Accounting, Economics, and Statistics at undergraduate level with satisfactory performance
    • Having passed the module/paper on Financial Reporting or Financial Accounting from a recognized Certified Public Accountant (CPA) examination
    • Two years’ full-time post-qualification work experience in an accounting related field
  • A bachelor’s degree in a business discipline is preferred.
    • Work experience will add weight to the consideration.
    • GMAT or GRE score will also be considered if it is available.

Tuition Fee

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  • International

    380000 HKD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 380000 HKD for the full programme during 12 months.
  • National

    380000 HKD/year
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 380000 HKD for the full programme during 12 months.

Living costs for Hong Kong

13720 - 23419 HKD /month
Living costs

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

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Accounting.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

Provided by university
Grant
42100 HKD
Deadline
Anytime
Tuition Waiver Scheme for Local Research Postgraduate Students
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
Provided by university
Grant
42100 HKD
Deadline
Anytime
Tuition Waiver Scheme for Local MPhil and PhD Students
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
Provided by university
Grant
225120 HKD
Deadline
Anytime
Postgraduate Studentship (PGS)
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
Provided by university
Grant
264000 HKD
Deadline
31 Jan 2025
Asian Future Leaders Scholarship Program
Merit-based

Read more about eligibility

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR)
Independent provider
Grant
1000000 INR
Deadline
Anytime
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based

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Education Future
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
24 May 2025
Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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ACU (The Association of Commonweath Universities)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Jun 2025
1040 Abroad International Studies Scholarship Initiative
Merit-based Need-based

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1040 Abroad
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility
Merit-based

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OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
25000 USD
Deadline
27 Dec 2024
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Merit-based Need-based

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Ayn Rand Institute
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
7000 USD
Deadline
24 Apr 2025
Go Global MBA Scholarship
Merit-based

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educations.com
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
5000 CAD
Deadline
31 Dec 2024
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based

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Pinsky Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
26 Feb 2025
Dream Chaser Scholarship
Merit-based

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Salvado Law
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
05 Feb 2025
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based

Read more about eligibility

Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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The Ramsay Centre
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2025
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
2000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2025
The Rick Blight Leadership in Action Scholarship for Athletes
Merit-based

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Canadian Men’s Health Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
8000 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
Merit-based Need-based

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European Commission
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based

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American Association of Petroleum Geologists Foundation
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
01 Mar 2025
Voice Talent Online Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based

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Voice Talent Online
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based

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Shield Your Body
Location not available
Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
05 Feb 2025
Ritchie-Jennings Memorial Scholarship Program
Merit-based Need-based

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Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE)
Location not available

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