Faculty of Business & Economics Economics

Offered As:	Major	Minor
URL:	https://ug.hkubs.hku.hk/programme/major-and-minor-options	https://ug.hkubs.hku.hk/programme/major-and-minor-options
*Open to students of other Faculties:	Yes	Yes
Selection process required:	No	No
Credits:	78	36
What is it about?	It is to train students in economic theory, statistical tools and the application of theory to solve practical economic problems in trade, banking and the labour market. Solid theoretical knowledge and empirical economic knowledge will be covered so that students can gain a thorough understanding on human behaviour and social interactions.
Offering Faculty/ Department/ School/Institute	HKU Business School

Pre-requisite requirements and/or other conditions for declaring the major/minor	All courses offered by HKU Business School have quota restriction. Students' declaration of a major/minor offered by the School will NOT guarantee them a place in the courses for fulfilling the major/minor requirements.
Career opportunities	For further information, please check with the School or CEDARS (Careers & Placement)
Further information	https://ug.hkubs.hku.hk/programme/major-and-minor-options
Contact	T: 3917 5343 E: fbe.undergrad@hku.hk

* Note: Students pursuing curricula with major / minor programme(s) must complete at least one major programme from their home Faculties upon graduation. Disclaimer: The information is provided by the Faculties/Schools as of August 2026 and is subject to change by respective units. Students are advised to consult their Faculty/School Office(s) in case of doubt.