The City University of Hong Kong (CityUHK) MBA programme has achieved outstanding results in the newly released QS International Trade Rankings 2027. Climbing 10 places to #27 globally and ranking #3 in Asia, the programme has secured the #1 position in Hong Kong for the second consecutive year.
The rankings, compiled by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) in partnership with the Hinrich Foundation, evaluated over 100 elite global business and trade master’s programmes across six core pillars. CityUHK MBA’s impressive rise highlights its world-class curriculum, innovative pedagogy, and exceptional employment prospects for graduates.
Key Performance Highlights:
- #3 in Asia, #1 in Hong Kong for 2 Consecutive Years: Reaffirming its leadership in business education within Hong Kong and the broader region.
- #27 in the World Overall: Advancing 10 positions globally to rank among the world's top business education programmes.
- #3 Globally for Innovative Teaching: Ranked #1 in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region with an extraordinary score of 98.5 out of 100. This reflects top-tier evaluation in Experiential Learning (98.9).
- #5 Globally for Graduate Outcomes: Ranked #1 in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region with a score of 94.5 out of 100, driven by a Graduate Employment Rate score of 93.8.
Statement from Dean Prof. Stephen Shum
Expressing pride in the programme’s landmark achievement, Prof. Stephen Shum, Dean of the College of Business at City University of Hong Kong, stated:
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"We are immensely proud that the CityUHK MBA programme has secured the top position in Hong Kong for two consecutive years and climbed to #27 globally in the QS International Trade Rankings 2027. As a super-connector and premier global trade hub, Hong Kong demands business leaders who are agile, technologically adept, and globally minded.
As Hong Kong’s leading business programme, CityUHK MBA directly supports this vision through our STEM-enriched curriculum and immersive global learning experiences in partnership with world-renowned institutions. Ranking #3 globally for Innovative Teaching underscores our success in bridging advanced technology, cross-border strategy, and real-world trade dynamics to empower the next generation of global business leaders."
Looking ahead, CityUHK MBA remains dedicated to pioneering higher business education through continuous curriculum enhancement, interdisciplinary research, and high-impact corporate partnerships. As global commerce evolves in complexity, the programme will continue to empower visionary, agile leaders equipped to navigate global trade dynamics and strengthen Hong Kong’s position as an international commerce and talent hub.
