The Cross-Border Master in Management offers an unparalleled opportunity to study across two countries, gaining deep insights into both UK and China. Accredited by both AACSB and EQUIS, the curriculum covers key themes such as entrepreneurship, organizational behaviour, strategic management, and marketing management. Graduates will emerge with a strong foundation in business fundamentals, the ability to adapt in dynamic environments, and practical managerial skills to thrive in international careers.

The Cross-Border MA in Management is structured around four modules per year. Each module runs for nine weeks: eight weeks of teaching followed by one week of assessment. Students typically take three courses per module, with five hours of lectures per week per course.

To successfully complete the programme, students must earn a minimum of 54 credits, as follows:

• 13 Major Required Courses (39 credits)

• 2 Major Elective Courses (6 credits)

• 3 Non-Major Elective Courses (9 credits)

• Graduate Thesis and Outdoor Leadership Training Program

Major Required Courses

Major required courses are typically taken according to the module schedule below. Please note the schedule and timetable are subject to change each year.  

*Exemptions may be granted if specific criteria are met.

Elective Courses

In addition to the core curriculum, students may choose from more than 50 elective courses across Finance, Management, Economics, and Media Studies. This flexibility enables students to design a study plan tailored to their academic interests and career aspirations.

Popular electives include:

· Corporate Strategy

· International Management

· Principles of Risk Management and Insurance

· Pricing Strategy in Management

· Psychometric Methods in Management

· Operation Analytics

This programme is for non-Chinese passport holders only. Chinese applicants can find out how to apply here: 研究生-北京大学汇丰商学院

A bachelor’s degree from a recognized university

Your degree needs to be verified by CSCSE prior to enrolment. A minimum GPA of 3.0 (out of 4) or a UK upper second-class undergraduate degree with honours, or international equivalent is strongly recommended.  

Background

This programme is open to applicants from various academic backgrounds, preferably with some full-time work experience. Candidates should also have good quantitative and mathematical skills; applicants don’t have a quantitative background should at least have a basic understanding of Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability and Statistics.

English

An IELTS Secure English Language Test (SELT) score of 6.5 overall, with no component below 5.5, is required unless you are from a majority English-speaking country or have completed an undergraduate degree taught in English.

Standardized Test

GRE, GMAT, or other standardized test scores are recommended but not required.  

Tuition fee (2026/27)

Recent management graduates have been on to roles as:

• Business Analyst / Strategy Analyst

• Junior Consultant / Associate Consultant

• Financial Analyst / Risk Analyst

• Marketing / Product Manager

Graduates from class of 2024 have gone on to work for employers including:

• Xiaomi

• Baidu

• Oppo

• PwC

• Swire

• Takumi Innovators

• Plaud

• Chengxin Lithium

• Third Bridge