programs/business analytics/the-hong-kong-university-of-science-and-technology-hkust-qs-masters-in-business-analytics

The Hong Kong University Of Science And Technology Hkust

Masters in Business Analytics · Tier III

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Salary & Career

avg salary$51,190

Program Info

duration1 year

tuition$44,000

formatFull-time

teachingBlended curriculum combining academic coursework with mandatory professional workshops and experiential learning through a corporate consulting track.

Class Profile

class size80

avg age23

avg work experience1.4 years

women %60%

international %96%

Rankings

QS rank#56

tierIII

Admissions

GMAT Range

710 (Average)

TOEFL Min

80+

IELTS Min

6.5+

GRE

Accepted

Application Deadlines

round1November 1, 2024

round2January 8, 2025

round3March 12, 2025

round4May 7, 2025

Curriculum

Core Courses

Introduction to Business AnalyticsData AnalysisVisual Analytics for Business DecisionsSocial Media and Network AnalysisHigh Dimensional Statistics with Business ApplicationsBusiness Modeling and OptimizationBig Data AnalyticsPrivacy Management in the Digital AgeDecision AnalyticsProject Management

Elective Areas

Consultancy and Project Management TrackMarketing AnalyticsManagement ConsultingBig Data TechnologiesDeep Learning Business Applications with Python

Top Recruiters

McKinseyKPMGAlibabaByteDanceHSBCStarteam Global LimitedBlissmi HealthThe Career Works

Top Industries

Financial Services (35%)Marketing/Sales (18%)Consulting (16%)Technology (13%)Accounting Services (6%)

Exchange Programs

Smith School of Business, Queen’s UniversityESSEC Business SchoolHEC ParisSasin School of ManagementSingapore Management University

Program Highlights

-Strong curriculum focused on data analysis techniques and business acumen
-Opportunities for hands-on learning through projects and case studies
-Career support services to help students find employment opportunities

APPLICATION TIMELINE

# plan your timeline for Masters in Business Analytics

deadline:

Nov 1, 2025

[!] Deadline passed remaining

progress:0/25 tasks

what_ready:

# reminders:

- ⚠️ URGENT: Less than 3 months until deadline - prioritize immediately

- Consider taking GMAT within 4 weeks - limited prep time remaining

- Focus on essay quality - this is your strongest differentiator now

- Reach out to recommenders immediately - they need advance notice

TIMELINE BREAKDOWN

[done]GMAT/GRE Preparation

# Study and take standardized test

[completed]

Sep 2, 2026 → Aug 1, 2025 (-397 days)

[done]Document Gathering

# Collect transcripts and credentials

[completed]

Sep 2, 2026 → Sep 1, 2025 (-366 days)

[done]Letters of Recommendation

# Request and follow up on references

[completed]

Sep 2, 2026 → Sep 1, 2025 (-366 days)

[done]Essay Writing

# Draft and refine application essays

[completed]

Sep 2, 2026 → Oct 1, 2025 (-336 days)

[done]Final Review & Submission

# Complete and submit application

[completed]

Sep 2, 2026 → Nov 1, 2025 (-305 days)

# general guide only. check official website for requirements.

ADMISSION CALCULATOR

Masters in Business Analytics

gpa (0-4.0):

gmat (200-800):

work_experience (yrs):

admission_probability:

60%

[target]

[+]gpa: strong

[~]test: average

[~]exp: average

recommendations:

- Seek leadership opportunities in current role

# estimate only. actual decisions consider essays, interviews, etc.

data: Financial Times & QS 2025