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Programme Introduction

A first-of-its-kind degree in Hong Kong and Asia

Earn the skills and acumen to enter the rapidly growing fields of asset management, private wealth management and banking & finance in Hong Kong and the Asia Pacific region. The pioneering Bachelor of Finance in Asset Management and Private Banking (BFin[AMPB]) programme offers a practical and career-orientated curriculum to equip you with the knowledge and skills to excel in the finance field.

Leading in Asia

Study a pioneering programme that leads education in this field across Asia.

Hands-on learning

Test your theories through practical courses and overseas exchange opportunities.

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What You’ll Study

During your first two years, you will complete introductory courses in accounting, economics, mathematics, statistics, corporate finance, and investments and portfolio management. Complete your degree with more specialised and industry related courses in equity valuation, alternative asset classes, lending and credit, financial regulations and compliance, understanding current issues in finance with new topics like ESG in finance and family office. Study practical courses under leaders in the field, including a final-year capstone course that challenges you to analyse and manage a portfolio based on the investment guidelines and risk policies for real-life institutional or high-net-worth clients.

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Exciting Opportunities

Participate in overseas exchange experiences and apply for industry-sponsored internships in your second or third year. Benefit from frequent networking activities with market-leading experts, including coffee chats, round table talks, career seminars and visits to AMPB firms.

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Professional Recognition

Students are expected to complete the Hong Kong Securities and Investment Institute Paper 1 examination in their third year or fourth year of studies. The accreditation will give the students a leading edge in entering into the finance and investment industry.

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Career Prospects

This degree will enable you to pursue a broad range of exciting career options in not only the asset management and private wealth management but also the broader finance industry locally and abroad.

*The total number of first-year places for 6767 Bachelor of Economics / Bachelor of Economics and Finance, 6781 Bachelor of Business Administration / Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance and 6860 Bachelor of Finance in Asset Management and Private Banking is 289. Up to 20 places is allocated to the Bachelor of Finance (Asset Management and Private Banking).

If you’re considering this programme, please review our programme-specific application standards and deadlines to give yourself the best possible chance of securing a place.  

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