Entrance Year 2024
Programme Code 73035
Stream Code
IBD (Full-time)/
IBP (Part-time)
Mode of Study Mixed Mode
Normal Duration
1 year (Full-time)/
3 years (Part-time)
Fund Type Self-Financed
Credits Required for Graduation 36
Initial Registration Credits
6 for local students
12 for non-local students
Tuition Fees
HK$6,200 per credit
Programme Leaders
Dr Sylvia Xihui Liu
PhD
The Master of Design (Innovative Business Design) (IBD) is an interdisciplinary specialism designed to equip students with the necessary skills and competencies to become leaders of transformational changes in organisations and society. 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.
Application Timeline - Sep 2024 Entry
- Applications start: Sep 21, 2023
- Review deadlines:
Early Round: Nov 16, 2023
Round 1: Jan 18, 2024
Round 2: Mar 7, 2024
Round 3: Apr 30, 2024
- Programme application deadline: Apr 30, 2024
- Info Session: Oct 21, 2023
Aims
The aims of this specialism are:
- to foster transdisciplinary knowledge through systematic integration;
- to impart an understanding of the essentials in design, business and technology;
- to provide practice-based research opportunities and training in integrative business design thinking;
- 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.
