Joining the MSAC program has been one of the most transformative academic decisions I've made. The Accounting Analytics concentration provided me
with hands-on exposure to the evolving role of data in accounting and business strategy. Surrounded by brilliant peers from diverse backgrounds, I found our class discussions both intellectually stimulating and personally enriching. The professors are not only academically accomplished but also deeply engaged in helping students succeed, offering insights that bridge classroom concepts with real-world applications. I'm especially grateful to the MSAC Office for their constant support-whether in academic planning, career guidance, or alumni networking. Their responsiveness and care have made me feel supported every
step of the way. I'm truly proud to be part of the MSAC community.

Joining the MSAC program at HKUST marked a pivotal turning point in my life. After completing a Master's in Business Analytics at the University of Rochester and facing a challenging post-COVID job market, I was determined to continue growing, which led me to pursue the MSAC program at HKUST—and that decision changed everything. Despite my non-accounting background, MSAC provided the structured support, world-class faculty, and peer-driven learning environment necessary for thriving. showcasing its unwavering commitment to student success. Even during a slow job market, the program delivered tailored career support, hands-on workshops, and powerful networking opportunities-all of which played a direct role in helping me secure my role at KPMG. As a class committee member, I also had the privilege of helping organize events that strengthened our community and transformed classmates into lifelong friends and collaborators. Looking ahead in my auditing career, I will continue to draw on the technical expertise and interpersonal skills honed at HKUST. For anyone seeking a transformative journey in accounting and beyond, MSAC is the catalyst.

Pursuing the HKUST Master of Accounting (MSAC) program during the 2023-24 intake was a pivotal step in my career journey. Leaving the workplace to return to academia was undoubtedly a challenging decision, but HKUST proved to be the ideal choice. The program is thoughtfully designed, offering an efficient and professional curriculum that equips students with vital skills for the accounting profession. I had the honor of serving as the Class Committee President, which was an incredibly rewarding experience. This role allowed me to engage closely with professors, peers, and school staff, fostering meaningful connections and a deeper understanding of the HKUST community. I'm truly grateful for the knowledge, friendships, and leadership opportunities I gained during this transformative journey.

Moving to Hong Kong to join MSAC has been a decision which has changed my life in positive. Indeed, during my time in MSAC, I had the chance to be surrounded by talented students with very diverse backgrounds. I have constantly been inspired by their insightful contributions, based both on their academic and working experience. Moreover, the Faculty foster active participation, which leads the class discussion to cover innovative topics from industry and academia. Furthennore, the curriculum is designed to offer a broad set of courses, from which students can choose the fields in which to deepen their knowledge. Choosing to pursue the Accounting Analytics concentration has helped me to experience and understand the direction in which the accounting industry is moving. A special mention to the world-class faculty, who convey their extensive experience in teaching and research through their lectures, grasping the attention of their students. MSAC is also committed to the professional development of its students, through several activities and workshop s organized by the Program Office and the CPD team. Finally, a special thanks to the alumni who have supported and guided students with their experience. Ilook forward to welcoming you in the beautiful Clear Water Bay campus!

The MSAC program is extremely well designed to provide the students with an efficient learning system within a very short period of time. The program allows students from different backgrounds to solidify their basic accounting knowledge, while adopting practical approaches that allows us to apply the concepts to real world scenarios. The professors are extremely knowledgeable and their exposure to worldly matters is evident in the way they conduct their classes and engage students in critical thinking and analysis of real world cases, both old and current, in various markets around the world. They provided us with a challenging environment that allowed us to push ourselves beyond our capabilities to truly achieve a comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and their applications. I am extremely grateful to the MSAC staff and faculty for all their efforts.

Enrolling in the MSAC program is one of the best investments I’ve ever made. Academically, the program is rigorous and the professors are highly qualified. I appreciated how some of the professors shared with us about their research, as well as anecdotes from their work experience – they made accounting feel tangible and important. The environment at HKUST is also great for business students. The MSAC program reflects Hong Kong; it offers plenty of opportunities to explore the city as not only a finance capital of Asia, but also as an important connection between China and the West. Furthermore, there is a strong entrepreneurial spirit at HKUST, and the business school provides excellent support for students searching for job opportunities in Hong Kong. Finally, the MSAC program provides a high-quality alumni network of hardworking and intelligent students. Thanks to fun class events arranged by the program office, we have become like a large family. I believe we are well-equipped for success in our future careers, in large part because of the experiences and connections we made during the MSAC program.

I was impressed about the curriculum design and the interactive approach adopted by individual course instructor. The program emphasized on both the all-round academic content and latest practice from the industry. As an international student, I appreciated the various kinds of support provided by the program office; it accelerated my adaptation to the living environment and learning in Hong Kong. Besides, I was also secured a graduate job opportunity by the guidance and advice including professional coaching, useful workshops on resume & cover letter preparations, etc. provided by the MSc CPD team and faculty members, this is especially important for non-Chinese speakers who wish to start the career in Hong Kong. I want to say thank you all the effort and care provided by from MSAC Program Office and throughout this intensive and exciting academic year.

The Professors of the MSAC program are all experienced and well-rounded professionals. During the lectures, they adopted practical approaches so it was easier for us to connect the academic content with the latest industry practice and trends. Moreover, classes were not only focused on the China market but also covered other countries. Thus, we were given a more comprehensive and worldwide perspective of different markets. As an international student, it was crucial for me to keep abreast of everything so that I can adapt to the life and study in Hong Kong easily. I am glad to have the support from MSAC Program Office and classmates throughout my study.

The MSAC program’s curriculum is well designed, in particular, as a graduate from a non-accounting bachelor program, I have acquired practical foundation knowledge of accounting from the core courses. I really appreciated our professors who organized the course content in a way that students can easily understand, even those who come from a non-accounting background. I found that accounting is more interesting than I had expected. The MSc Career & Professional Development (CPD) team helped us to polish resume for targeted job applications, offered mock interview sessions, and personal coaching which provided useful feedback and guidance. I appreciate the effort by the MSc CPD team.

The MSAC program is exceptionally well-designed in both academic offerings and career support. The curriculum was rigorous and rewarding and professors were very approachable in the classroom and during their office hours. Though being a student with accounting background, I still found the academic experience fulfilling. Equally importantly, the MSAC program were incredibly valuable in helping us with our career development. The professors and career center also consistently supported us with mock interview, resume editing and coaching.