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Advanced Diploma in Corporate Administration and Governance
企業管理及管治高等文憑
CEF Reimbursable Course (selected modules only)
- Course Code
- MS018A
- Application Code
- 2270-MS018A
- QF Level
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Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course
(selected modules only)Some modules of this course have been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund.
- Credit
- 120
- Study mode
- Part-time
- Start Date
- To be advised
- Next intake(s)
- February 2025
- Duration
- 20 months
- Language
- English
- Course Fee
- HK$45,500 per programme (by 3 instalments)
(*All fees are subject to change without prior notice.)
- Enquiries
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- Up to 5 modules exemption based on prior learning
- Articulate to Top-up Degree Programmes
- Intermediate award
Programme Overview
Highlights
The programme consists of 3 streams:
- Corporate Governance,
- ESG, and
- Family Office.
Corporate Governance Stream
The Corporate Governance Stream aims to provide students with a solid corporate administration and governance foundation, covering general administrative management and corporate governance theories and practices. It is designed to equip students with an analytical problem-solving approach to administration and governance-related issues.
ESG Stream
The ESG Stream aims to provide students with a solid foundation in corporate administration, environmental, social and governance, covering general administrative management, environmental, social and governance theories and practices. It is designed to equip students with an analytical problem-solving approach to environmental, social and governance-related issues.
Family Office Stream
Family Office Stream aims to provide students with a solid foundation of corporate administration and family office management, covering general administrative management and corporate governance theories and practices. It is designed to equip students with an analytical problem-solving approach to matters regarding the running and management of a family office.
On completion of the programme, students should be able to:
- define the theories of general corporate administration, management, rules and regulations in the organisation and evaluate their practical applicability;
- manage and present the firm's resources to achieve organisational goals;
- apply the tools and techniques of financial management, data management, and economics in corporate and business decision-making;
Corporate Governance Stream
- outline the responsibilities of corporate administrators in both the strategic and functional contexts;
- discuss the key concepts of corporate governance and ethics and solve governance and ethical issues essential for achieving successful corporate administration goals and objectives;
ESG Stream
- apply the concepts, tools and techniques in ESG practices, investing and reporting, with emphasise in reputation risk, ethic, and company value creation
Family Office Stream
- apply the principles of trust and wealth management in terms of estate planning, investment strategies, risk management, tax and legal considerations, in achieving healthy finance and fulfilling social responsibility of a family office.
Statistics of graduates'results
Graduate's Grade Classification Chart (From 2019 - 2022)
Distinction: 19%
Merit: 22%
Pass: 59%
Programme Details
| Tentative Schedule | Module |
|---|---|
|
2024/25 Term 1 - February 2025 |
Corporate Compliance Introduction to Forensic Accounting |
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2024/25 Term 2 - June 2025 |
Corporate Governance Stream Strategic Issues in Administration Corporate Governance and Ethics
ESG Stream Introduction to ESG Basics of ESG Investing and Reporting
Family Office Stream Introduction to Family Office Trust and Wealth Management |
|
2025/26 Term 3 - October 2025 |
Business Economics Business Law of HK and PRC |
|
2025/26 Term 4 - February 2026 |
Data Management in Business Financial Management |
|
2025/26 Term 5 - June 2026 |
Business Administration Business Communication |
*Programme schedule is subject to change without prior notice.
| Assessment | ||
|---|---|---|
| Table 1 (New Assessment Weighting) | ||
| Continuous Assessment | Examination | |
| 1. Business Economics | 60% | 40% |
| 2. Business Law of HK and PRC | 60% | 40% |
| 3. Data Management in Business | 60% | 40% |
| 4. Financial Management | 60% | 40% |
| 5. Business Administration | 60% | 40% |
| 6. Business Communication | 60% | 40% |
| 7. Corporate Compliance | 60% | 40% |
| 8. Introduction to Forensic Accounting | 60% | 40% |
| Corporate Governance Stream | ||
| 9. Strategic Issues in Administration | 100% | N/A |
| 10. Corporate Governance and Ethics | 60% | 40% |
| ESG Stream | ||
| 11. Introduction to ESG | 60% | 40% |
| 12. Basics of ESG Investing and Reporting | 60% | 40% |
| Family Office Stream | ||
| 13. Introduction to Family Office | 60% | 40% |
| 14. Trust and Wealth Management | 60% | 40% |
Assessment
A variety of different assessments will be applied (e.g. individual assignment, mid-term test, online exercise, group project and final examination).
Award
The attendance requirement is at least 70% for each module.
Upon successful completion of any 3 modules from modules 1 - 8 (one of which must be Corporate Compliance) and 2 specialised modules under the same stream, students will be awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE the "Diploma in Corporate Administration and Governance".
Upon successful completion of modules 1 - 8 and 2 specialised modules under the same stream, students will be awarded within the HKU system through HKU SPACE the "Advanced Diploma in Corporate Administration and Governance".
| Application Code | 2270-MS018A | Apply Online Now |
| Apply Online Now | ||
Duration
- Approximately 20 months
- Any of the HKU SPACE’s Learning Centres
Articulation Pathways
Progression Path
Fee & Entry Requirements
Fee
HK$150 (Non-refundable)
Course Fee- HK$45,500 per programme (by 3 instalments)
(*All fees are subject to change without prior notice.)
Entry Requirements
Applicants shall have:
(a) gained in the HKDSE Examination Level 2 in 5 subjects including English Language; and Mathematics (Core); or equivalent;
OR
(b) (i) gained in the HKCEE grade E in 3 subjects including Mathematics and Level 2 in English Language*, and
(b) (ii) gained in the HKALE grade E in one AL subject or two AS subjects, or equivalent;
AND
2. preferably 2 years of relevant work experience.
* With effect from 2007, HKU SPACE recognises Grade E previously awarded for English Language (Syllabus B) , Grade C in the case of English Language (Syllabus A) at HKCEE as an acceptable alternative to Level 2 in the subject at HKCEE.
Applicants with other equivalent academic qualifications or aged 21 and above with relevant work experience will be considered on individual merit. Interviews and written tests may be required, if necessary.
CEF
- The CEF Institution Code of HKU SPACE is 100
| CEF Courses | ||
|---|---|---|
| Corporate Governance and Ethics (Module from Advanced Diploma in Corporate Administration and Governance) | ||
| COURSE CODE 33Z149145 | FEES $4,550 | ENQUIRY 2867-8485 |
| Financial Management (Module from Advanced Diploma in Corporate Administration and Governance) | ||
| COURSE CODE 33Z149137 | FEES $4,550 | ENQUIRY 2867-8485 |
| Business Administration (Module from Advanced Diploma in Corporate Administration and Governance) | ||
| COURSE CODE 33Z148785 | FEES $4,550 | ENQUIRY 2867-8485 |
| Corporate Compliance (Module from Advanced Diploma in Corporate Administration and Governance) | ||
| COURSE CODE 33Z148815 | FEES $4,550 | ENQUIRY 2867-8485 |
| DATA MANAGEMENT IN BUSINESS (MODULE FROM ADVANCED DIPLOMA IN CORPORATE ADMINISTRATION AND GOVERNANCE) | ||
| COURSE CODE 33Z149226 | FEES $4,550 | ENQUIRY 2867-8485 |
| Business Economics (Module from Advanced Diploma in Corporate Administration and Governance) | ||
| COURSE CODE 33Z148823 | FEES $4,550 | ENQUIRY 2867-8485 |
| Business Law of HK and PRC (Module from Advanced Diploma in Corporate Administration and Governance) | ||
| COURSE CODE 33Z148807 | FEES $4,550 | ENQUIRY 2867-8485 |
| Strategic Issues in Administration (Module from Advanced Diploma in Corporate Administration and Governance) | ||
| COURSE CODE 33Z148831 | FEES $4,550 | ENQUIRY 2867-8485 |
| Business Communication (Module from Advanced Diploma in Corporate Administration and Governance) | ||
| COURSE CODE 33Z148793 | FEES $4,550 | ENQUIRY 2867-8485 |
| Introduction to Forensic Accounting (Module from Advanced Diploma in Corporate Administration and Governance) | ||
| COURSE CODE 33Z152278 | FEES $4,550 | ENQUIRY 2867-8485 |
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Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Course (selected modules only) Some modules of this course have been included in the list of reimbursable courses under the Continuing Education Fund. |
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Enrolment MethodOnline Enrolment
HKU SPACE provides 24-hour online application and payment service for students to apply to selected award-bearing programmes and to enrol in most open admission courses (courses enrolled on a first come, first served basis) via the Internet. Applicants may settle the payment by using either "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard online. Online WeChat Pay, Online AliPay and Faster Payment System (FPS) are also available for continuing enrolment in the same programme, if online service is offered.
For first time enrolment
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Pay the application or programme/course fees by either using:
"PPS by Internet" - You will need a PPS account and a PPS Internet password. For information on how to open a PPS account and how to set up a PPS Internet password, please visit http://www.ppshk.com.
*Credit Card Online Payment - Course fees can be paid by VISA or Mastercard including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”.
* HKU SPACE Mastercard cardholders who wish to enjoy 10-month interest free instalment scheme must pay their tuition fees in person at any of our HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
To know more about first-time online application/enrolment and payment, please refer to the user guide of Online Application / Enrolment and Payment:
For continuing enrolment in the same programme
Selected programmes offer online continuing enrolment service. Programme staff will inform students if they offer this service and offer further enrolment details.
Online Payment can be made via "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard, Online WeChat Pay, Online AliPay and Faster Payment System (FPS)
In Person / Mail
For first time enrolment
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For first come, first served short courses, complete the Application for Enrolment Form SF26 and bring or post the completed form(s), together with the appropriate application/course fee(s) and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres.
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Award-bearing and professional courses may require other information. Forms are usually available at the enrolment centres or on request from programme staff. Bring or post the completed form(s), together with the appropriate application/course fee(s) and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres.
For continuing enrolment in the same programme
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The standard ‘Enrolment/Payment Slip’ is designed for students of award-bearing programmes or remaining programmes in a suite of programmes requiring continuing enrolment and it applies to most programmes.
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Students should complete the “Enrolment/Payment Slip” which will be made available by relevant programme staff and return the slip to any HKU SPACE enrolment centre or post it to the relevant programme staff with appropriate fee payment.
Please refer to available Payment Methods for fee payment information. If you are in doubt about the procedures, please check the individual course details, or contact our programme staff or enrolment centres.
Please note the followings for programme/course enrollment:
- To make an application online, you will need a computer with connection to the Internet and a web browser with JavaScript enabled. Google Chrome is recommended.
- Applicants should not leave the online application idle for more than 10 minutes. Otherwise, applicants must restart the application process.
- Only Early Bird Discount is supported for Online Applicants (Application). To enjoy other types of discount, please visit one of our enrolment centres.
- During the online application process, asynchronous application and payment submission may occur. Successful payment may not guarantee successful application. In case of unsuccessful submission, our programme staff will contact you shortly.
- Applicants are reminded that they should only apply for the same programme/course once through counter or online application.
- For online enrolment, a payment confirmation page would be displayed after payment has been made successfully. In addition, a confirmation email would also be sent to your email account. You are advised to keep your payment confirmation for future enquiries.
- Fees paid are not refundable except as statutorily provided or under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment).
- If admission is by selection, the official receipt is not a guarantee that your application has been accepted. We will inform you of the result as soon as possible after the closing date for application. Unsuccessful applicants will be given a refund of programme/course fee if already paid.
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1. Cash, EPS, WeChat Pay Or Alipay
Course fees can be paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay or Alipay at any HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres.
2. Cheque Or Bank draft
Course fees can also be paid by crossed cheque or bank draft made payable to “HKU SPACE”. Please specify the programme title(s) for application and applicant’s name. You may either:
- bring the completed form(s), together with the appropriate course or application fees in the form of a cheque, and any required supporting documents to any of the HKU SPACE enrolment centres;
- or mail the above documents to any of the HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres, specifying “Course Application” on the envelope. HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of personal information and payment sent by mail.
3. VISA/Mastercard
Applicants may also pay the course fee by VISA or Mastercard, including the “HKU SPACE Mastercard”, at any HKU SPACE enrolment centres. Holders of the HKU SPACE Mastercard can enjoy a 10-month interest-free instalment period for courses with a tuition fee worth a minimum of HK$2,000; however, the course applicant must also be the cardholder himself/herself. For enquiries, please contact our staff at any enrolment centres.
4. Online Payment
Online application / enrolment is offered for most open admission courses (enrolled on first come, first served basis) and selected award-bearing programmes. Application fees and course fees of these programmes/courses can be settled by using "PPS by Internet" (not available via mobile phones), VISA or Mastercard. In addition to the aforesaid online payment channels, new and continuing students of award-bearing programmes with available online service, they may also pay their course fees by Online WeChat Pay, Online Alipay or Faster Payment System (FPS). Please refer to Enrolment Methods - Online Enrolment for details.
Notes
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If the programme/course is starting within five working days, application by post is not recommended to avoid any delays. Applicants are advised to enrol in person at HKU SPACE Enrolment Centres and avoid making cheque payment under this circumstance.
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Fees paid are not refundable except under very exceptional circumstances (e.g. course cancellation due to insufficient enrolment), subject to the School’s discretion. In exceptional cases where a refund is approved, fees paid by cash, EPS, WeChat Pay, Alipay, cheque, FPS or PPS by Internet will be reimbursed by a cheque, and fees paid by credit card will be reimbursed to the credit card account used for payment.
- In addition to the published fees, there may be additional costs associated with individual programmes. Please refer to the relevant course brochures or direct any enquiries to the relevant programme team for details.
- Fees and places on courses cannot be transferrable from one applicant to another. Once accepted onto a course, the student may not change to another course without approval from HKU SPACE. A processing fee of HK$120 will be levied on each approved transfer.
- HKU SPACE will not be responsible for any loss of payment, receipt, or personal information sent by mail.
- For payment certification, please submit a completed form, a sufficiently stamped and self-addressed envelope, and a crossed cheque for HK$30 per copy made payable to “HKU SPACE” to any of our enrolment centres.
