Step out from your comfort zone to work, to serve, and to study overseas. Be an active problem-solver and independent learner.

By spending a semester, or even a full academic year, in an overseas university, students immerse themselves in a foreign culture and a transformational experience inspiring them to live, learn and unleash their potential in a new environment. Summer exchange programmes are also available for students who wish to get a taste of this unique educational opportunity.

HKBU and the School of Business has signed 250+ exchange agreements with renowned universities across the world. Students may refer to the following list to explore countries of interests.

List of Exchange Partners

Mainland China
India
Japan
Singapore
South Korea
Taiwan R.O.C.
Thailand

Australia

Austria
Belgium
Czech Republic
Denmark
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Ireland
Italy
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
The Netherlands
Turkey
UK

Israel

Canada
Mexico

IPADE Business School, Universidad Panamericana

USA

Brazil
Chile
Argentina

The closing date for Student Exchange Programme application AY2025/26 is 15 November 2024. All applications and supporting documents must be submitted to International Office (IO) via BUniPort by the application deadline. For details of the application procedure, please visit the IO website here.

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The School of Business offers the following scholarships and awards to BBA students who join the Student Exchange Programme:

  • Exchange Award for Business Students

  • Overseas Activity Sponsorship for Business Students

HKBU provides sponsorships and scholarships for eligible students to join the exchange programmes. For more information on scholarships and financial support, click here.

The Summer Exchange Programmes allow students to gain international exposure through a short summer experience. Students will have the opportunity to explore the business environments of different countries and participate in various cultural activities. Applications for transfer of units will be subject to the course content and contact hours.

List of Summer Exchange Programme 2024 (recognized by the School of Business)

Students who have completed the exchange programme are allowed to transfer credits obtained at the host institution. The School has an approved set of guidelines governing the transfer of credits you earn at the overseas institution. Please read these guidelines at BU Moodle carefully and consult your Concentration Coordinators when planning for exchange.

Concentration Coordinators for Credit Transfer Enquiries