Programme Aims and Objectives

The MSc in Artificial Intelligence in Business (AIB) is designed to prepare the next generation of business leaders who understand and use AI effectively. Our graduates will develop the skills needed to navigate the challenges of the business world by 1) using AI to improve business efficiency, 2) managing AI projects for business success, and 3) creating AI solutions that benefit both society and industry.

This programme is aimed at those with a background in IT/IS or business, helping them build a well-rounded AI + business mindset. Graduates will be ready for both technical and management roles, driving digital transformation in various industries.

The MScAIB teaches students the latest AI technologies and important soft skills for working well with AI, enabling them to lead digital transformation efforts. By combining advanced AI tools with core business concepts, our graduates will play a key role in shaping the business environment in Hong Kong and beyond.

Programme Details

Admission Code

P85

Year of Entry

2026

Intake Target

150

Mode of Study

Combined

Credit Requirement

Level of Study

Master's Degree

Mode of Funding

Non-government-funded

Tuition Fee

HKD 393,000

Normal Study Period

Full-time: 1 year;
Part-time: 2 years

Max Study Period

Full-time: 2.5 years;
Part-time/Combined mode:
5 years

Class Schedule

Weekday (daytime and evening) and possibly Saturday

Mode of Processing

Applications are processed on a rolling basis. Review of applications will start before the deadline and continue until all places are filled. Early applications are therefore strongly encouraged.

Programme Leader

Prof. Jian MA

isjian@cityu.edu.hk

General Enquiries

+852 3442 8521

isgo@cityu.edu.hk

Entrance Requirements

Applicants must

To be eligible for admission, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Hold a recognized Bachelor's degree from a tertiary education institution in Hong Kong funded by the University Grants Committee (UGC), or an equivalent degree. Applicants should have intermediate-level knowledge in IT/IS or business, demonstrated by completing relevant undergraduate courses or having related work experience.

Additionally, applicants whose qualifications are from institutions where the medium of instruction is NOT English must meet the following minimum English proficiency requirements

a score of 79 (for tests taken prior to 21 January 2026) or 4 (for tests taken from 21 January 2026 onwards) (Internet-based Test) in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)^@#; or
an overall band score of 6.0 in International English Language Testing System (IELTS) ^@#; or
band 6 in the Chinese Mainland’s College English Test (CET6)*; or
other equivalent qualifications.

@TOEFL and IELTS scores are considered valid for two years. Applicants are required to provide their English test results obtained within the two years preceding the start of the University's application period. 'TOEFL iBT Home Edition', ‘TOEFL MyBest Score’, ‘IELTS Indicator’, ‘IELTS One Skill Retake’ and ‘IELTS Online’ are not acceptable. All TOEFL results must be sent directly by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) using CityUHK’s institution code 3401, while IELTS results must be sent via the IELTS Results Service e-delivery to 'City University of Hong Kong - Graduate School'.

#Applicants with an IELTS overall band score of 6.0 or a TOEFL overall score of 4 will be required to pass an interview for English proficiency conducted by the concerned academic unit. Applicants with a comparable overall score of 79 or above shown on the TOEFL report may be exempt from the interview requirement. Interviews for other applicants may not be required.

*Applicants holding CET6 results may refer to the score requirement as specified for individual programmes on the admissions website.

Course Description

AI Core Courses (9 credits)

AI Ethics and Regulations

Generative Artificial Intelligence for Business

Artificial Intelligence for Business Applications

Business Core Courses (9 credits within the group)

Fintech and AI in Finance

Artificial Intelligence Accounting

Advanced Marketing Analytics

People Analytics

AI-Enhanced Business Analytics with Excel and Python

Predictive Modeling and Forecasting for Business

Electives (12 credits)

Business Practice Internship

Analytical Programming with Python

Systems Analysis and Design

Database Management Systems

Project Management and Quality Assurance

Management Support and Business Intelligence Systems

Innovation and Technology Entrepreneurship

Data Visualization

Business Data Analytics

Large Language Model with Prompt Engineering for Business

Information Systems Planning and Strategy

Information Systems Project

Machine Learning and Social Media Analytics

Students may also take two elective courses as approved by the Programme Leader, one of which can be offered by other departments within the College of Business including Accountancy, Economics and Finance, Information Systems, Management, Decision Analytics and Operations, and Marketing.

Bonus Features

Outstanding applicants will be offered with a scholarship of HK$50,000.

Hong Kong Future Talents Scholarship Scheme for Advanced Studies

This programme has been selected by the University Grants Committee (UGC) for the scholarship award under the main priority area of ‘Digital’. Scholarships are available to local students admitted to the programme. Nominated students will be invited to submit applications for the scholarship. For details, please visit the scholarship website.

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