CUHK Global Business Studies

Admissions

1. What is the admission quota for each year?

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The admission quota is 15 for the 4-year curriculum. (This includes JUPAS, non-JUPAS and International students, the ratio may vary depending on the academic performance of students this year.)

2. When will the interviews be held?

The first round interview will be held in June while the second round individual interview will be held after the release of HKDSE results in July. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the interview via email or by phone call.

3. What are the criteria for HKDSE candidate to be shortlisted for admission interview?

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Band A candidates who have chosen one or more of the CUHK business programmes will be invited for the First Round Interview. Candidates' interview performance and results will be shared amongst programmes.

In order to be shortlisted for the Second Round Interview, students have to meet the minimum requirements of GBS programme. Students can take reference at the JUPAS admission scores here.

4. What format will the interviews take?

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The interviews will be conducted in both English and Cantonese. The format may vary from year to year.

5. What is the weight of interviews?

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The final decision to accept a student is based mainly on academic results and assessment at the interviews.

6. Did students need to study Economics or Accounting in Secondary School?

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No.

7. Will students have a better chance of being admitted if they have studied Economics or Accounting for HKDSE?

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No. Chances for Arts, Science and Business students are equal.

8. Should non-JUPAS applicants put GBS as their first choice in order to be considered?

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Yes.

9. What is the minimum requirement for IB students?

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The minimum requirement for admitted to GBS is about 43 for IB students. The score varies year to year.

10. What is the JUPAS admission formula?

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Best 5 Subjects
For more details, please refer to CUHK Admissions website: https://admission.cuhk.edu.hk/application/jupas/download-area-for-important-information/

11. Can current Year 1 CUHK students apply for GBS?

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Yes, subject to quota availability. To be shortlisted for an interview, students should have a cumulative GPA of 3.30 or above. Both academic performance and interview performance will be considered in the selection process. In addition, they should have obtained the minimum TOEFL/ IELTS score. Successful applicants will be transferred to GBS after the completion of their first year of study.

12. Do JUPAS applicants taking HKDSE need to have TOEFL/IELTS?

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No, you are required to obtain at least Level 5 or above in English Language for HKDSE Examination.

13. If students have not taken TOEFL/IELTS yet, can they still apply?

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Yes. Applicants are required to have their TOEFL/IELTS score ready by the time they attend the interview.

14. Does a higher TOEFL/ IELTS score help?

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Meeting the minimum requirement is fine enough.

15. If a student fails to obtain Level 5 in HKDSE English Language, can he/she sit for TOEFL again? If one’s TOEFL/IELTS score is high enough, will he/she be considered as having met the entrance requirements?

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No. Students should meet both the requirements of HKDSE English Language, and TOEFL/IELTS.

16. Will SAT results be considered if the student didn't take TOEFL/IELTS?

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No.

17. Does it help for admission if I know an additional foreign language, such as Japanese?

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No.

Curriculum

1. How many units are needed to complete the programme by students with HKDSE results?

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Students admitted on the strength of their HKDSE results (i.e. under the 4-year curriculum) shall complete at least 123 units of courses before graduation.

2. What will students admitted with the strength of their HKDSE results study in their first year at CUHK?

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Faculty package of business foundation courses, language courses, general education, physical education and elective courses.

3. Can students take any minor programmes or double majors?

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