Master of Science in Venture Creation
The Master of Science in Venture Creation (MSVC) programme is designed to equip recent graduates, aspiring entrepreneurs and working professionals with comprehensive knowledge and the skills needed for successful venture creation. It is an experiential programme, which offers students valuable opportunities to engage with various stakeholders in the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems and develop essential skills to convert their business ideas into viable marketing proposals.
Key Features
- Real-world experiential training to equip students with the skills and knowledge to become competent venture creators and professionals in the dynamic field of entrepreneurship
- Strong connections to the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems, and access to venture funding through HK Tech 300's comprehensive programme and extensive network
- Access to CityUHK’s IP and technical assistance
- Gateway to overseas and Chinese Mainland markets
Programme Code: P88 MSc Venture Creation
Application Deadline: 31 March 2026
Programme Structure
Applicable to students admitted in Semester A 2026/27 and thereafter
Core Courses (24 credit units)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Units |
|---|---|---|
| CAI 6001 | GRIT (Graduate Research and Innovation Trek) Integrated Study | 6 |
| CAI 6002 | Venture Creation Seminar | 3 |
| CAI 6003 | Innovation Project | 12 |
| AC 5813 | Financial and Management Accounting | 3 |
Core Electives (choose two from below; 6 credit units)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Units |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 6325 | Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| IS 5940 | Innovation and Technology Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| MKT 5610 | Marketing Strategy and Planning | 3 |
| COM 5406 | Entrepreneurship and Business Planning | 3 |
Electives (6 credit units)
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Units |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 5507 | Managerial Decision Making | 3 |
| MGT 5205 | Strategic Management | 3 |
| MGT 6202 | Global Business Leadership | 3 |
| MGT 6324 | Business Intelligence in Asia | 3 |
| MGT 6310 | People Analytics | 3 |
| MGT 6314 | Global Human Resources Management | 3 |
| IS 6200 | Blockchain Technology and Business Applications | 3 |
| IS 6620 | Large Language Model with Prompt Engineering for Business | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Units |
|---|---|---|
| AC 6533 | Corporate Finance and Policies | 3 |
| AC 5690 | Corporate Governance | 3 |
| IS 5010 | Introduction to Financial Technologies | 3 |
| PIA 6505 | Financing Sustainability: Policy and Mechanisms | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Units |
|---|---|---|
| MKT 5641 | Chinese Business Culture and Marketing | 3 |
| MKT 5648 | Social Media Marketing | 3 |
| MKT 5645 | Customer Relationship Management | 3 |
| MKT 5646 | Advertising and Integrated Marketing Communications | 3 |
| MKT 5643 | Global Marketing | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Units |
|---|---|---|
| MGT 6066 | Business Ethics & Social Responsibility | 3 |
| SEE 6225 | Environmental Assessment | 3 |
| SEE 5114 | Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development | 3 |
| SEE 6115 | Carbon Audit and Management | 3 |
| SEE 6116 | Building Performance Assessment | 3 |
| SEE 6125 | Carbon Capture Use and Storage | 3 |
| PIA 5057 | Collaborative Governance for Sustainability | 3 |
| SS 5753 | Advanced Social Psychology | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Units |
|---|---|---|
| SYE 5009 | Industrial Marketing Management for Engineers | 3 |
| SYE 6047 | Quality Improvement: Systems and Methodologies | 3 |
| SYE 6053 | Business Process Improvement and Innovation | 3 |
| SYE 6103 | Financial Engineering for Engineering Managers | 3 |
| SYE 6110 | Data Analysis and Artificial Intelligence for Systems Engineering | 3 |
| SYE 6012 | Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| Course Code | Course Title | Credit Units |
|---|---|---|
| COM 5104 | Research Methods for Communication and New Media | 3 |
| COM 5105 | Media Economics and Financial Markets | 3 |
| COM 5106 | Integrated Marketing Communication | 3 |
| COM 5111 | Generative AI for Digital Marketing | 3 |
| COM 5402 | Public Relations Strategies | 3 |
| COM 5405 | Consumer Behavior Insight | 3 |
| COM 5406 | Entrepreneurship and Business Planning | 3 |
| COM 5408 | Global Promotion and Branding | 3 |
| COM 5506 | Social Network Analysis for Communication | 3 |
| COM 5510 | Introduction to Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
Up to two 3-credit-unit free electives (any courses, subject to the approval of the Programme Leader and the course-offering department)
Remarks: Programme electives will be offered subject to the availability of resources and sufficient enrolment.
Programme Curriculum and Courses Syllabi: https://www.cityu.edu.hk/catalogue/pg/202526/programme/MSVC.htm
(For reference only, applicable to students admitted in Semester A 2025/26)
Normal Duration of the Programme
- Full-time: 1 year (maximum 2.5 years)
- Part-time/Combined mode: 2 years (maximum 5 years)
Admission Requirements
Applicants must satisfy the University's General Entrance Requirements and the following programme entrance requirements:
- hold a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university; and
- have strong interest in venture creation, preferably including demonstrated involvement in entrepreneurial activities.
Applicants whose entrance qualifications were obtained from an institution where the medium of instruction is NOT English should also fulfil the following minimum English proficiency requirements:
- A score of 79 (Internet-based test) in the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL); or
- An overall band score of 6.5 in the International English Language Testing System (IELTS); or
- A score of 490 in the new College English Test (CET-6) of the Chinese mainland; or
- Other equivalent qualifications.
Total Credit Units Required: 36
Tuition Fee: HK$403,200 (for 2026/27 intake)
Scholarships
Full or Partial Tuition Scholarships may be awarded to students with excellent academic performance. The award details will be determined by the CityUHK Academy of Innovation.
General Enquiries
Email: caimsvc@cityu.edu.hk