Program Aims and Objectives
The MSc in Business and Data Analytics (Information Analytics Management stream) program aims to cultivate students with professional knowledge of business data analytics through active learning of the theories, methods, supporting techniques across a wide range of knowledge areas such as big data management, data visualization, data mining, applied statistics, social media analytics, and analytics management.
Program Intended Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this Program, students should be able to:
1.Describe the theories, methods, and techniques for the management and analysis of complex data structures arising from typical business applications.
2.Apply the data analytics theories, methods and techniques to design and build data-driven solutions to enhance business decision-making.
3.Demonstrate an understanding of and competence in the key concepts and techniques in different areas of statistics.
4.Apply acquired quantitative knowledge to solve business problems and to make decisions.
5.Use appropriate statistical or analytics software to investigate and solve practical problems.
Recognition by CPA Australia
CPA Australia is one of the world’s largest professional accounting bodies representing more than 172,000 members working in over 100 countries and regions around the world, with more than 25,000 members working in senior leadership positions. City University of Hong Kong (Dongguan) and CPA Australia have signed an agreement granting CPA Program exemption for two courses in the MSc Business and Data Analytics program. Students who complete both IS6200 Blockchain Technology and Business Applications AND IS5313 Foundations of Information and Electronic Business Systems offered by CityUHK (DG) will be exempted from the “Digital Finance” Elective Subject in the CPA Program.
1. General Entrance Requirements
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree or an equivalent undergraduate qualification from a recognized university.
2. English Proficiency Requirements
Applicants who have graduated from a non-English medium university must meet the following minimum English proficiency standards:
- CET-6: Score of 425 or Pass;
- OR TOEFL: 550 (PBT) / 79 (iBT). For TOEFL scores, applicants should arrange for ETS to send the score report directly to City University of Hong Kong (Dongguan). The TOEFL institution code for City University of Hong Kong (Dongguan) is D693.
- OR IELTS (Academic): Overall Band Score of 6.0;
- OR other equivalent English test results.
* Only scores from single test attempts are accepted, and home-based tests are not eligible. Applicants whose first language is English or who have obtained a bachelor's degree (or equivalent qualification) from an institution where the medium of instruction is English are exempt from providing an English test score.
Note:
- TOEFL and IELTS scores are valid for two years.
- Programs may set higher English proficiency requirements or accept alternative qualifications, depending on their specific academic requirements.
3. Academic Duration and Tuition Fees
| Tuition Fees: |
Business and Data Analytics: RMB 150,000 per student per academic year |
| Duration of Study: | 2 years, maximum study period is 3 years. |
| Mode of Study: | Full-time |
| Application Fee: | Free |
| Accommodation Fees: |
Double Room: 1,200 RMB per student per academic year (10 months) Single Room: 3,000 RMB per student per academic year (10 months) |
Additional Information:
1. The above fee structure applies to both Chinese and international students.
2. After receiving the admission offer, students are required to pay an initial tuition deposit of RMB 30,000 within four weeks to confirm their acceptance. This deposit will be credited toward the first academic year's tuition.
| Application opens | Until July 31st, 2026 |
| Admission offers issued # | Rolling Basis |
| Enrollment Period | From August 23rd to August 24th, 2026 |
| Orientation Period | From August 25th to August 28th, 2026 |
| Program commencement | August 31st, 2026 |
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