ACT WITH INTEGRITYLIVE WITH COMPASSIONCOMMIT TO EXCELLENCE

YEAR 1 FALL

YEAR 1 SPRING

YEAR 2 FALLGBUS 1000Global LeadershipDevelopment

YEAR 2 SPRINGGBUS 2010Global BusinessAnalysis

YEAR 3 FALLGBUS 3030Global BusinessCase Studies

GBUS 3040Doing Businessin Asia and Emerging Markets

YEAR 3 SPRINGGBUS 3050Deal Making in Asia and EmergingMarkets

YEAR 4 FALLGBUS 4910Capstone Projects

YEAR 4 SPRINGGBUS 3010Global Perspective onContemporary Issues

OUR GBUSJOURNEY

Business Foundation Courses and Common Core Courses

Business Foundation Courses and Common Core Courses

GBUS 2020Public Service Project

GBUS 2030From Zero to Exit: Journey of a startup

Since 2001

COHORT COMPOSITION

JUPAS

NON-JUPAS

International

Mainland

49%

29%

4%

18%

TOTAL COHORT SIZE

~55MALE TO FEMALE RATIO

1.3:1NATIONALITIES

10+(Figures from GBUS2023 Cohort)

CAREER PROSPECT

Startup8%

Government2%

Conglomerate8%

MESSAGE FROM OUR DIRECTOR

2 EXCHANGES IN 2 CONTINENTSGBUS students are required to take part in at least one international exchange program as one of the graduation requirements. Students can also choose to go on a second exchange after the first exchange semester, given that the destination is in a different continent.

Technology2%Further Studies

6%

ADMISSION INFORMATION

Admission score calculation of GBUS program is the same as SBM score calculation

Expected IB Score: 40 or aboveWe welcome students from diverse background; No preferred subject in public exams.

JUPAS: Conducted on 31 Jul & 1 Aug (tentative)

Non-JUPAS: Conducted on rolling basis from November

“GBUS courses, especially the electives, create a great foundation for a business career. They uniquely develop higher order skills such as business judgement, negotiation skills and project management which are rare in fresh graduates.”

Anish Kumar, Class of 2021

“GBUS is a place where I am surrounded by talented people that constantly motivates me to improve and become a better person. It also empowered me to challenge myself, strive for excellence while remembering who I really am. ”

Stephanie CHOU, Class of 2020

Why should you consider GBUS when there are other business programs around? First, GBUS is designed to increase your international exposure, which is critical in today’s highly globalized world. Second, you will obtain a very fulfilling academic experience because GBUS professors have rich industry experiences and excellent teaching performances. Third, GBUS prepares you for a wide array of careers and any profes-sional interests that you might have. Fourth, you will have no short-age of fun and support in GBUS as you will be part of a vibrant com-munity consisting of peers, alumni, and mentors. So come join us!

MEET OUR FACULTY

Prof. Tat Koon KohProf. Larry Franklin Prof. VeroniqueLafon-Vinais

Prof. Chris Doran Prof. Stephen Nason Prof. Cassian Cheung

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Public Service Projects and Capstone Projects enable students to synthesize skills and knowledge learnt from the program to work on real-life projects with NGOs and corporates.

EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITIES(Figures from GBUS2021 cohort)

29% Europe

47% North America

4% Asia and Oceania

PROGRAM SPONSORSHIPS GLOBAL ENRICHMENT FUNDSupports global learning activities like Summer, Winter programs, exchange and visiting programs. As well as service trips, overseas competitions and conferences.

GBUS STEM SPONSORSHIPTo encourage and provide financial support to Global Business students to strengthen knowledge and expertise in STEM related enrichment opportunities.

Global Exposure

Close-knit Community

Experimental Learning

Professional Development

(14 Universities)(16 Universities)

(2 Universities)

Cohort composed of great cultural diversities with study trips and International Exchange Program to nurture students’ global mindset.

Student-led initiative teams and activities sharpen student’s teamwork skills and cultivate a strong sense of belonging andrapport among GBUS students and alumni.

Enrichment events such as Global Leadership Forum and Career Mentor Link Program equip students with critical thinking skills and enable students to gain insights from senior executives.

Prof. Joseph Koc HKUST Business School Director of Global Business Program

Adjunct Associate Professor;Academic Director, Kellogg-HKUST EMBA Program; CEO Asia, Strategic Thinking Group;Former Director of Strategic Planning and Development, A.S. Watson

Professor of Business Practice;Director, World Bachelor of Business Program

Adjunct Professor;MBA Kellogg School of Management,USA BSc Saint Joseph's College, USA

Adjunct Associate Professor;Domain Expert;Entrepreneur In Residence, HKSTP

Associate Professor of Business Education; Former Head of Treasury Origination, Standard Chartered (Hong Kong)

Adjunct Professor; Former General Manager - Investments & Head Legal Counsel, Hutchison Whampoa (China)

Our holistic GBUS experience prepares our students to excel in any career path they aspire to(Figures from 2020 graduates)

Banking & Finance55%

Consulting9%

Retail/Marketing7%

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Yours,Professor Tat Koon KOH

HKUST Business School Director of Global Business Program

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