Innovation in Hong Kong and Mainland China (With Study Trip)
Immersive thematic course offered by the HKUST Summer School
OVERVIEW
Join HKUST this summer for an exciting course that explores the cutting-edge innovation and technology landscape of Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area (GBA)! This immersive thematic course offered by the HKUST Summer School will feature engaging lectures, providing insights into the latest trends and developments in the business and tech sector. Additionally, participants will embark on a study trip to Mainland China, visiting renowned companies which may include Huawei, DJI, and BYD located in the Greater Bay Area. This unique opportunity will not only enhance your understanding of the region’s technological advancements but also allow you to network with industry leaders and gain firsthand experience in a vibrant business environment. Don’t miss your chance to be a part of this transformative learning experience!
Course Details
Course code: ENTR 4000D
Course name: Business, Innovation and Technology in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area
Course dates: 14 JUL – 8 AUG 2025 (4 weeks)
No. of credits: 3
Instructors: Prof Veronique LAFON-VINAIS , Prof Ben CHAN
*This thematic course is offered by the HKUST Summer School. Students who are interested should apply to the HKUST Summer School to select and enroll in this course.
Topics Covered
- Intro, history and recent development in business, innovation and technology in Hong Kong and GBA
- Logistic and supply chain in Hong Kong and GBA
- Robotics, tech in Hong Kong and GBA
- Mandatory study trip and company visits in GBA
- Hong Kong as international financial center, sustainable and green finance, wealth and asset management, family business and family office in Hong Kong and GBA
Course Dates
Class Schedule
Week 1 (14-18 JUL): Mon, Wed, Fri at 2:00 pm - 4:20 pm
Week 2 (21-25 JUL): Mon, Wed, Fri at 2:00 pm - 4:20 pm
Week 3 (28 JUL – 1 AUG): 3-day mandatory study trip to Mainland China (exact dates to be confirmed)
Week 4 (4-8 AUG): Mon, Wed, Fri at 2:00 pm - 4:20 pm
*Students taking this special course are not allowed to take other courses offered in Session 2 of the HKUST Summer School due to scheduling conflicts with the mandatory study trip in week 3.
*Students taking this special course can also enroll in Session 1 of the HKUST Summer School to form a 8-week back-to-back experience.
Assessment, Credit and Transcript
This course is letter graded with assessment criteria as follows:
- 15% Attendance
- 25% Participation and contribution
- 30% Group presentation
- 30% Quizzes
HKUST will issue an academic transcript to the home institution upon participants’ satisfactory completion of the course. The home institution will determine the credit transfer in accordance with their credit transfer policies.
Study Trip to Mainland China
A study trip to Mainland China forms the highlight of this course. Arrangements for travel visa, accommodation and transportation will be made by HKUST. This study trip is a mandatory component of this course.
Visa Matters
Participants of the course are required to obtain the below visas:
- Hong Kong Student Visa:
All international students (except holders of Hong Kong Identity Card who have the right of abode or right to study in Hong Kong) are required to obtain a student visa issued by the Hong Kong Immigration Department to study in Hong Kong. HKUST will provide instructions. - Visa for travelling to Mainland China:
International students, depending on your nationality, may need to obtain a visa to enter Mainland China. Note that the student visa issued by Hong Kong for taking up studies at HKUST does not grant access to Mainland China. HKUST will provide further advice and instructions.
Accommodation
HKUST will arrange for accommodation for the duration of the study trip. Students will be accommodated in double rooms.
Transportation
HKUST will arrange the transportation for the study trip. Students will travel as a group to/from Hong Kong and Mainland China.
SPECIAL FEE
A special fee will be charged for arranging travel visa, accommodation, and transportation for the study trip to Mainland China.
