Overview

Key facts

The Accounting and Taxation (Honours) programme of the Hong Kong Metropolitan University is accredited by the Taxation Institute of Hong Kong (TIHK). Graduates will be eligible for exemptions of three papers from the Certified Tax Adviser (CTA) Qualifying Examination. Graduates can seek employment in taxation discipline either in professional accounting firms, government tax division and related areas.

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (PILO)

Explain and critically review business theories and concepts to identify issues, analyse situations, and develop solutions for multi-faceted problems in organisational settings.

Critically evaluate issues and make informed judgements in view of the organisation’s strategies as well as ethical considerations.

Make contributions as a leader and member in a team setting and communicate effectively.

Analyse and apply accounting principles and standards to address business organisation issues.

Search, organise, assess and analyse data, and clearly convey relevant financial and non-financial information so that decision-makers can formulate informed decisions.

Assimilate and synthesise new knowledge in financial reporting, auditing and taxation, and be able to provide critical analysis of the fields.

Career Prospects

Graduates can seek employment in taxation discipline either in professional accounting firms, government tax division and related areas.

Further Studies

Opportunities are available for the graduates of this programme to pursue postgraduate studies in Hong Kong and abroad. Students may continue to study for a Master of Business Administration or other master degrees in business-related areas such as accounting, finance, human resource management, corporate governance or electronic commerce.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Integrated Business Functions

Company Law

Integrated Business Functions

Financial Management

Company Accounting

Management and Cost Accounting

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-07-19 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-05-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

5.5

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

160 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Finance Accounting Taxation View 29 other Bachelors in Finance in Hong Kong (SAR)

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

5.5

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79

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Student insurance

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Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
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Other requirements

General requirements

Applicants with Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) qualifications are required to obtain Level 3 or above in Chinese Language and English Language, as well as Level 2 or above in Mathematics, Liberal Studies and an elective subject (or equivalent).

Applicants with local academic qualifications other than HKDSE are required to:

Complete Year 1 study of a recognized Associate Degree or Higher Diploma programme; or

Obtain Grade E or above in AS Chinese Language & Culture4 and Use of English, and 2 AL / 1 AL plus 2 AS / 4 AS subjects in the Hong Kong Advanced Level Examination (or equivalent).

Applicants with non-local academic qualifications are required to obtain:

Grade E or above in 2 AL / 1AL plus 2 AS subjects5 in the General Certificate of Education AL / International AL; or

An overall minimum score of 24 in the International Baccalaureate Diploma; or

Other equivalent overseas academic qualifications (as determined by the University).

Tuition Fee

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International

142120 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 142120 HKD per year during 48 months.
National

109330 HKD/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 109330 HKD per year during 48 months.

Living costs for Hong Kong

13720 - 23419 HKD /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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