Subject Descriptions

Course Descriptions - B

BIOL

1130

Biodiversity

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite :

A-Level Biology

This course covers the diversity of plant and animal kingdoms. The plant part includes the main characteristics of the major plant groups, their economic importance, distribution and morphology of representative genera. The animal part of the course presents a survey of the animal kingdom with emphasis on diversity, evolutionary relationships and functional adaptations.

BIOL

1140

Biodiversity Laboratory

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BIOL 1130 Biodiversity

This practical course trains students to observe, characterize and identify representatives of various plant and animal groups. Histological techniques for the preparation of plant and animal specimens will be presented. Local fauna and flora will be emphasized.

BIOL

1160

Biological Chemistry

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

A-Level Biology

This course provides students with a basic knowledge about the basic building blocks as well as the macromolecules of life. Special emphasis will be placed on understanding metabolism, with an effective balance of biochemistry and its biological context.

BIOL

1210

Cell Biology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

A-Level Biology

This course provides a general understanding of the molecular constituents, the fine structure and functions of cell organelles. Basic principles of research methodologies at cellular level are introduced. Fundamental knowledge on the growth and differentiation of cells, including cancer cells, are also discussed.

BIOL

1240

Cell Biology Laboratory

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BIOL 1210 Cell Biology

These laboratory exercises introduce the basic structure and use of light and electron microscopes, the staining procedures to examine the structures and the assay methods used in the study of the functions of organelles and macromolecules.

BIOL

1310

Microbiology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

A-Level Biology

This course covers the basic principles of microbiology as well as some aspects of applied microbiology. The learning materials will include microbial morphology, taxonomy and cultivation, and the roles of microorganisms in the ecosystem, pollution control process, causing disease and biotechnological industries. The objectives of this course are to stimulate the awareness of the vast diversity of microbes in the environment and provide students a background for more advanced courses in the Department of Biology.

BIOL

1320

Microbiology Laboratory

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BIOL 1310 Microbiology

BIOL

1620

You and Your Health

(3,3,0)

This course introduces the basics of life and living to non-biology major students. Topics chosen are closely related to health and diseases. Particular health problems of public interest will be selected for discussion.

BIOL

1630

Environmental Principles and Ethics

(3,3,0)

This complementary course aims to foster environmental literacy of non-science students and to train students to look at environment-related issues from a critical perspective. Upon completion of the course, students will have knowledge on fundamental environmental ethics and the principles derived. They are also in a position to apply these ethical principles in the debate of local and global environment-related issues. Field trips will be organized to provide students with direct contact with the environment, and to stimulate them for acquiring knowledge and developing interest.

BIOL

2110

Ecology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BIOL 1130 Biodiversity and BIOL 1310 Microbiology (for Biology students)

This course emphasizes biological functioning at the levels of population, community, and ecosystem, and is organized around the principles of energy flow, nutrient cycles and succession. Human interventions such as urbanization, harvesting renewable and non-renewable resources, and pollution generation are considered in relation to natural limits, natural regulations and regeneration mechanisms, and long-term ecosystem stability.

BIOL

2120

Ecology Laboratory

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BIOL 2110 Ecology

This course aims to develop students' competence in modern methods of ecological research and environmental assessment, to utilize appropriate experimental techniques and to collect and interpret data. Ecological projects of local relevance will be emphasized.

BIOL

2160

Genetics and Evolution

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BIOL 1210 Cell Biology and BIOL 1160 Biological Chemistry

This course provides a general understanding of the structure, expression, regulation and mutation of genes. Various patterns and processes involved in the transmission of inheritable characteristics are introduced. Contributions of population genetics to the study of evolution, concepts of evolutionary genetics, and the recent hypothesis of molecular evolution are compared and discussed.

BIOL

2170

Genetics and Evolution Laboratory

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BIOL 2160 Genetics and Evolution

This is a series of experiments exposing students to basic tools and techniques used in the study of genetics. Various organisms are used in the laboratory to enhance the understanding of genetic theories and principles.

BIOL

2210

Animal Physiology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BIOL 1130 Biodiversity and BIOL 1210 Cell Biology

This course offers a fundamental knowledge of the principles and the interrelation between the anatomical and functional organization of animal body. Regulatory mechanisms that cause the functional systems to operate in homeostasis are discussed. Emphasis throughout is placed on the human physiology. Comparative physiology of lower animals is also introduced.

BIOL

2220

Animal Physiology Laboratory

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BIOL 2210 Animal Physiology

This course provides students with practical experience of applying important physiological concepts in animal physiology.

BIOL

2230

Plant Physiology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BIOL 1130 Biodiversity and BIOL 1210 Cell Biology

This course deals with the plant physiological processes such as plant water relations, plant nutrition, photosynthesis, translocation, phytochromes and their roles during plant growth and development, and plant morphogensis. Students are expected to use physiological principles to explain many plant life phenomena, which are required in the applied aspects of plant sciences, such as plant production and plant protection.

BIOL

2240

Plant Physiology Laboratory

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BIOL 2230 Plant Physiology

These laboratory sessions are designed to provide students with laboratory experience related to the materials covered in the lectures. Students will be exposed to basic techniques in investigating plant functions and data interpretation. Computer-based statistical analysis and graphical interpretation will be introduced.

BIOL

3140

Environmental Health and Toxicology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BIOL 1160 Biological Chemistry and BIOL 2210 Animal Physiology

This course provides general knowledge concerning the various routes of human exposure to toxic chemcials. Main emphasis will be placed on the biological responses to toxicants, methods for evaluating potential toxicity and applications of toxicological data to assess potential health risk.

BIOL

3150

Principles of Environmental Management

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

SCI 3110 Environmental Chemistry and Pollution Control

This course discusses the anthropogenic causes of environmental degradation and examines various approaches in tackling environmental problems.

BIOL

3160

Molecular Biology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BIOL 1160 Biological Chemistry, BIOL 1210 Cell Biology, BIOL 1310 Microbiology and BIOL 2160 Genetics and Evolution

This course deals with the basic principles and current trends in molecular biology. Special attention will be given to the organization of eucaryotic genes, the flow of genetic information and control of gene expression. The recombinant DNA technology in protein engineering will be emphasized.

BIOL

3170

Environmental Biotechnology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BIOL 1160 Biological Chemistry and BIOL 1310 Microbiology

This course examines the principles and applications of biotechnology in environmental monitoring, pollution control and contaminants removal. Special emphasis will be placed on biological wastewater treatment, bioremediation and ecological engineering.

BIOL

3180

Fermentation and Enzyme Technology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BIOL 1160 Biological Chemistry, BIOL 1210 Cell Biology, BIOL 1310 Microbiology and BIOL 2160 Genetics and Evolution

This course deals with the basic understanding of enzymes as biological catalysts to the application of enzymes in different aspects of biotechnology. The important aspects of fermentation technology in applied microbiology will also be discussed.

BIOL

3260

Biological Resources and Management

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BIOL 2110 Ecology

This course is designed to promote an awareness of man's interaction with his abiotic and biotic environment through training in the principles of resource utilization and conservation as applied to biological systems. The course focuses on the management and rational exploitation of resources in terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems with particular emphasis on local and regional resources.

BIOL

3280

Waste Treatment and Recycling

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BIOL 2110 Ecology

This course discusses the waste generated and the technologies for treatment and disposal of solid waste with the emphasis on waste reduction, reuse and recycling.

BIOL

3320

Immunology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BIOL 1210 Cell Biology, BIOL 2160 Genetics and Evolution and BIOL 2210 Animal Physiology

This course gives a detailed study of the fundamentals of immunology, including immunochemistry, serological reactions, immunobiology, allergy, immunogenetics, cell-mediated immunity, immunodeficiency diseases and current topics in immunology.

BIOL

3350

Neurobiology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BIOL 2210 Animal Physiology

The course studies neurobiology with main emphasis on how neuronal information are integrated in the CNS to control functions such as visual recognition, sleep, memory and movement. The course also studies the autonomic nervous system with emphasis on its control of body functions. Lastly, the relationship between the nervous system and the hormonal system will also be stressed.

BIOL

3380

Environmental Science Laboratory I

(2,0,6)

Prerequisite:

Biology major with Year III standing (Environmental Science Concentration students) or BIOL 2110 Ecology

This course provides students with hands-on experience in the approach and techniques commonly used in environmental research. A local habitat will be selected and students will be trained the sampling and analytical techniques for various environmental matrices including water, soil and biological samples.

BIOL

3390

Environmental Science Laboratory II

(2,0,6)

Prerequisite:

Biology major with Year III standing (Environmental Science Concentration students)

This course provides students practical experience in the sampling and analytical techniques commonly used in environmental investigation for air, water and soil pollution. Students also learn to execute and manage an environmental management project.

BIOL

3440

Plant Propagation and Breeding

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BIOL 1130 Biodiversity and BIOL 2230 Plant Physiology

This course is divided into two main sections, plant propagation and plant breeding. Students are expected to understand the principles involved in the practices of the two important aspects of applied plant sciences. Both conventional and modern methods, and technology are introduced with emphasis on the plant micropropagation and conventional hybridization breeding.

BIOL

3460

Biotechnology Studies Laboratory I

(2,0,6)

Prerequisite:

Biology major with Year III standing (Biotechnology Concentration students)

This course introduces basic principles and current methods in biotechnology. The topics cover the basic technologies in molecular biology, enzymology and immunology.

BIOL

3470

Biotechnology Studies Laboratory II

(2,0,6)

Prerequisite:

Biology major with Year III standing (Biotechnology Concentration students)

This course introduces basic principles and current methods in biotechnology. The topics cover various techniques currently being used in the area of immunology, plant science, production of microbial products, neurobiology and physiology.

BIOL

3591-2

Applied Biology Project I & II

(3,0,9)

Co-requisite:

Biology major with Year III standing

An individual project on an interdisciplinary or applied topic in the final year, utilizing knowledge and skills acquired in the Applied Biology course. Assessment is based on a thesis and an oral presentation on completion of the project. This course is open to Applied Biology majors only.

BIOL

7010

Advanced Topics in Biotechnology

(3,2,0)

Prerequisite:

BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology

This course covers the principles and methods of biological and biomedical sciences. It aims at a more in-depth study of selected topics, such as production of recombinant proteins, toxicological study of drugs, and application of immunological techniques in research.

BIOL

7020

Advanced Topics in Environmental Science

(3,2,0)

Prerequisite:

BSc (Hons) in Applied Biology

This course provides up-to-date information in recent advance development in selected areas in environmental science and technology.

BIOL

7030

Environmental Health and Toxicology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BIOL 1160 Biological Chemistry and BIOL 2210 Animal Physiology

BIOL

7040

Principles of Environmental Management

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

SCI 3110 Environmental Chemistry and Pollution Control, or Geography Major Year III Standing and BIOL2110 Ecology

This course discusses the anthropogenic causes of environmental degradation and examines various approaches in tackling environmental problems.

BIOL

7050

Molecular Biology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BIOL 1160 Biological Chemistry, BIOL 1210 Cell Biology, BIOL 1310 Microbiology and BIOL 2160 Genetics and Evolution

BIOL

7060

Environmental Biotechnology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BIOL 1160 Biological Chemistry and BIOL 1310 Microbiology

BIOL

7070

Fermentation and Enzyme Technology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BIOL 1160 Biological Chemistry, BIOL 1210 Cell Biology, BIOL 1310 Microbiology and BIOL 2160 Genetics and Evolution

BIOL

7080

Immunology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BIOL 1210 Cell Biology, BIOL 2160 Genetics and Evolution and BIOL 2210 Animal Physiology

BIOL

7090

Neurobiology

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BIOL 2210 Animal Physiology

BIOL

7100

Plant Propagation and Breeding

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BIOL 1130 Biodiversity and BIOL 2230 Plant Physiology

BMS

1140

Biochemistry

(3,3,0)

This course provides an introduction to the basic concepts of biochemistry with examples relevant to Chinese medicine. Topics covered include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids in the human body. Special attention is given to the respective building blocks, structures, functions and metabolisms. Bioenergetics, enzymes and coenzymes will also be discussed.

BMS

1150

Biochemistry—Laboratory

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BMS 1140 Biochemistry

This course provides students with practical training related to the principles of Biochemistry, and enables students to apply their knowledge and techniques to perform selected biochemical experiments, which include isolation and characterization of biomolecules, enzymatic mechanism and metabolism of some biomolecules.

BMS

1180

Pathology

(4,4,0)

Pathology is the study of the structural and functional changes in tissues and organs of the human body caused by disease. Students will be introduced the basic principles of pathology and pathophysiology.

BMS

1190

Pathology—Laboratory

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BMS 1180 Pathology

This course illustrates the basic and key pathological concepts by means of experiments and demonstrations. It provides the students with practical experiences on the methods and apparatus frequently employed in clinical pathology.

BMS

1211-2

Anatomy, Histology and Physiology I & II

(3,3,0)

This course aims to introduce the basis of gross anatomy and histology of human body, and to understand how different body parts perform various physiological functions.

BMS

1221-2

Anatomy, Histology and Physiology—Laboratory I & II

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BMS 1211-2 or BMS 1271-2 Anatomy, Histology and Physiology I & II

This laboratory course aims to reinforce concepts taught in lectures by means of audio-visual aids, models, specimens and tissue sections. The students will learn functional aspects of human body by conducting various experiments.

BMS

1230

Molecular Biology

(1,1,0)

To provide students with the basic concepts of gene manipulation and detection. Special emphasis will be placed on their application in pharmacognosy.

BMS

1240

Molecular Biology—Laboratory

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BMS 1230 Molecular Biology

To introduce students with different genetic manipulation and detection techniques in molecular biology.

BMS

1241-2

Clinical Anatomy and Embrgology I & II

(3,3,0)

This course aims to extend the knowledges of gross anatomy, histology, basic embryology and physiology of human body, in particular to clinical application, and to equip students with problem-based clinical thinking.

BMS

1260

Medical Psychology

(2,2,0)

This course aims at providing students with basic knowledge about the theories and concepts in medical psychology, developing their ability to apply psychological explanations to individual's daily social behaviour, and examining current psychological issues related to people in Hong Kong.

BMS

1271-2

Anatomy, Histology and Physiology I & II

(2.5,3,0)

This course aims to introduce the basis of gross anatomy and histology of human body, and to understand how different body parts perform various physiological functions.

BMS

1600

Introduction to Medicine and Diseases

(3,3,0)

This course introduces the fundamental understanding of the relationship between medicine and diseases to non-Chinese medicine major students. Medicine will be explored from a historical and practical points of view. An integrated approach of Western and Chinese Medicine will be taken.

BMS

2110

Pharmacology

(4,4,0)

This course provides basic knowledge of the principles, mechanisms of action, clinical applications and side effects of Western orthodox drugs in the treatment of common diseases and systemic disorders. Examples of the use of corresponding Chinese medicinal compounds in treating similar clinical problems and possible drug-herb interactions will also be introduced where applicable.

BMS

2120

Pharmacology—Laboratory

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BMS 2110 Pharmacology

Laboratory sessions will be conducted in synchrony with Pharmacology lectures. The objective is to allow students to gain hands-on experience in solving specific pharmacological problems. In addition to performing laboratory analysis, computer-assisted learning will also be used.

BMS

2230

Microbiology and Immunology

(3,3,0)

The immune system is a defense system which protects the body from invading pathogens. This course aims to (1) provide medical students with basic training in medical microbiology, and (2) introduce the basic understanding of the structure and functions of immune system. These include microscopic observation of pathogenic microorganisms, detection of causative agents, and specific immunologic reactions to foreign antigens.

BMS

2240

Microbiology and Immunology— Laboratory

(1,0,3)

Co-requisite:

BMS 2230 Microbiology and Immunology

This course introduces the fundamental concepts of microbiological and immunological techniques to students taking the programme of Chinese medicine. These include (1) the basic techniques in handling microscopic observation of pathogenic microorganisms, (2) the identification of lymphoid organs, antigen-antibody interactions, generation of humoral and cell-mediated immune responses, and (3) the application of immunological techniques in medical diagnosis.

BMS

2250

Medical Ethics

(3,3,0)

This course is an introduction to medical ethics. Medicine and ethics are interwoven in a number of ways. First, medicine as a profession means that physicians need to be sensitive to professional ethics as other professionals do. Second, the clinical encounter between physicians and patients requires both parties to reflect on the moral propriety of the many-faceted therapeutic relationship. Third, some medical therapy and treatment might be medically effective but morally controversial. This course provides an overview of these issues.

BMS

3160

Fundamental Diagnosis

(5,5,0)

Diagnosis is the art of distinguishing one disease from another. The students are expected to study the three areas of diagnosis: (1) physical diagnosis which encompasses the determination of disease by inspection, palpation, percussion and ausculation; (2) pathologic diagnosis which observes the structural lesions present using cytologic and other methods; and (3) laboratory diagnosis which is based on the findings of various laboratory examinations or measurements.

BMS

3190

Medical Statistics

(2,2,0)

The logic of statistical thinking is a very important element in medical education. Intelligent use of facts and figures is nowadays an essential part of the training for a doctor. This course furnishes students with statistical concepts and ideas which are useful in medicine. Students' understanding will be fostered through computer experiments in a computer laboratory.

BMS

3240

Community and Family Medicine

(3,3,0)

The major objectives of the course are: (1) to introduce students the methods of studying society and population groups; (2) to describe the incidence and prevalence and what is known of the causes of the health problems which are of major concern in Hong Kong today; (3) to demonstrate to students the organization of the health services and of medical practice in Hong Kong; and (4) to describe community, clinical and preventive aspects of occupational health, environmental health, family health, and health education. The methods and findings of epidemiology which are of special use to clinical practitioners will also be introduced. Emphasis will be made on the application of Chinese medicine in the prevention, support and treatment of common diseases.

BMS

3270

Emergency Medicine

(2,2,0)

This course provides students with comprehensive knowledge of first aid procedures in the accident and casualty wards. The course aims to provide knowledge of how to offer immediate assistance in the case of injury or sudden illness of the patient before arriving to the hospital.

BMS

3280

Basis of Surgery

(2,2,0)

Surgery is the branch of medicine which treats diseases, injuries and deformities by manual or operative methods. The objective of this course is not to prepare graduates of the Chinese Medicine programme to work in surgical wards and operating theatres. Rather it provides enough basic vocabulary, principles and facts for students who may need to know what the surgeon has done to a patient. Students are expected to have a working knowledge of treating minor wounds, burns, fractures and other minor injuries.

BMS

3310

Internal Medicine

(5,5,0)

This course deals with the diagnosis and medical treatment of disease and systemic disorders of the human body. Students of Chinese Medicine will be introduced the basic principles and practice of Western internal medicine. Correlation between the "diseases" used by Western medicine and the "symptoms" used by Chinese medicine will be made.

BMS

3581-2

專題研究（一）及（二）
Honours Project I & II

(3,0,*)

在導師的指導下，本科將安排學生選擇與中醫藥及生物醫學有關的研究課題進行研究，讓學生在實踐中擴展知識，為將來擔任研究工作打下基礎，並培養學生作研究報告的技能。
Under the supervision of project supervisor(s), final year students are required to carry out an independent research on a topic in the areas of Chinese medicine and basic biomedical science. The research project provides students with the opportunities to extend knowledge and establish a solid foundation for the development of future research planning and reporting skills.

BUS

1170

Principles of Law

(3,3,0)

This course introduces to students the basic principles of Hong Kong legal system and law, and how the various branches of Hong Kong law evolved over time. Special emphasis is placed on the Law of Tort and the Law of Contract, two aspects of law which are most useful to businessmen.

BUS

1180

Introduction to Business

(2,2,0)

This course introduces conceptual tools to analyse and understand business decision making, the various business environments, especially in Hong Kong and China, as well as a company's potential for reaching goals. It sensitizes students to the value of an organizational wide approach to business. It also provides students with experience in developing realistic business strategies and plans for their implementation. Another important issue is that this course exposes students to ethical considerations in the business environment.

BUS

1190

Mathematics for Business

(2,1.5,0.5)

This course is designed to provide business students with essential knowledge of mathematical techniques commonly used in business world today. Particular attention is given to teach students how to apply these techniques such as calculus, linear algebra and probability in solving business/management problems. This course also introduces students the concept of the time value of money and helps them to understand the importance of calculating present and future values to corporations.

BUS

1200

Statistics for Business

(2,1.5,0.5)

In today's management decision making process, one of the useful and commonly employed tools is statistical analysis. This course provides business students with the basic knowledge in understanding and skills in performing these statistical techniques like sampling methods, interval estimation, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance and regression analysis. Nonparametric methods are also covered so as to allow students to have a broad understanding of different statistical testing methods. Applications of these techniques in the business environment will be emphasized in the course.

BUS

1230

中國傳統智慧與企業管理
Ancient Chinese Wisdom and Contemporary Business Management

(3,3,0)

在經濟、社會及文化形態皆急速全球化與資訊化的今天，大形勢愈來愈複雜、多變、難測，百年來生產線流水作業或金字塔層層指揮的企業模式，早已被發現並不管用。

面對如此困境，西方的企業管理論界近二十年來推出了共同願景、自主空間、學習社群、內發動機、系統思維等「有機」企管理念；他們也同時發現，這許多想法與傳統中國的易學、儒、道、釋、縱橫家等各種名家智慧竟遙遙呼應，而後者更可給他們提供成熟及完整的理論框架。更妙的是，不必花費多大工夫，只從中國的經典文獻與史料，已可擷取大量可供研習的管理學個案。

這個課程為大學裡所有院系的同學而設，他們將來無論是教師、社工、醫生、傳媒工作者、環保工作者，或真的進入工商企業的領域，都需要管理、領導及團體協作的知識與能力。課程將結合實務領域裡策劃與行事的探討，深入淺出向同學們介紹上述各家傳統智慧，反過來也讓同學們學習，在面對事業與人生的難題時，如何運用這些智慧，擬定實際可行的謀略或方案。

BUS

1630

The World of Business

(3,2,1)

This course explores the importance of business organization to contemporary Hong Kong society. It provides an introduction to the range of business skills and functions, and will highlight how these skills and functions are useful in both business and non-business organizations. This course aims to investigate how business organizations contribute and respond to a variety of contemporary challenges ranging from environmental and workplace dealings to issues of maintaining competitiveness in an increasingly global economy. This course is offered to non-BBA students only.

BUS

1640

Law in Hong Kong

(3,3,0)

The course offers a new and interesting way of learning about Hong Kong laws. There is no text book and the course is based entirely on discussion on Hong Kong cases selected and presented by the students on their research on the web and library. Therefore each session will be unique as the topic and content are decided by the students. After attending this course, the students will learn how to do legal research to find out the law. This course is offered to non-BBA students only.

BUS

2130

Business Communications

(2,2,0)

Prerequisites:

LANG 1491-2 English I & II

The aim of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the essential concepts, practice and basic models of communication, and to develop some of the skills necessary for understanding and communicating effectively in global business. Emphasis is on the applications of concepts and methods of written and oral communication activities, including social etiquette. Written work includes business letters such as inquiries, claims, sales, job application, memoranda and business reports. Fundamentals of format, style, language and tone are discussed. Oral communication skills for reporting and public speaking are included.

BUS

2210

Organizational Behaviour

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 1180 Introduction to Business or BUS 1630 The World of Business

The objective of this course is to introduce theories and concepts related to understanding people's behaviour in organizations. Students will study the behaviour of individuals and groups within organizations in order to gain both a theoretical understanding as well as practical knowledge that can be applied in a work setting.

BUS

2340

International Business

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite(s):

(1) BUS 1180 Introduction to Business, or (2) BUS 1630 The World of Business, or (3) ECON 1110 Principles of Microeconomics or ECON 1120 Principles of Macroeconomics, or (4) ECON 1620 Basic Economic Principles

The primary objectives of this course are (1) to provide students with a basic understanding of the theories and concepts of international business; (2) to discuss the economic, cultural and political factors in shaping the international business environment; (3) to introduce different functional areas of international corporations management with reference to problems and issues of doing business with developing countries and centrally planned economies; and (4) to familiarize students with the international business activities of Hong Kong companies.

BUS

2420

Management Science

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BUS 1190 Mathematics for Business or equivalent, and BUS 1200 Statistics for Business or equivalent

Deterministic and probabilistic models of Operations Research for solving managerial problems are introduced. Operational practical constraints and the applications of modelling are illustrated by using a wide variety of examples drawn from numerous industrial and service sectors.

BUS

2430

Company Law

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 1170 Principles of Law

This course aims to provide students with an understanding of the basic principles of company law including the formation of company, records, share and loan capital, management and administration, reconstruction and amalgamation, liquidation and receivership. On completion of this course, students should be able to solve some of the legal problems in practical business situations.

BUS

2470

Legal Aspects of China Business

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 1170 Principles of Law

This course aims to introduce students to some of the major areas of Chinese commercial law that are of common concern to foreign businessmen doing business in China.

BUS

2520

Production and Operations Management

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 1180 Introduction to Business or BUS 1630 The World of Business

This course deals with the fundamental concepts of production and operations management as they pertain to the service and manufacturing industries. Students will learn the fundamental concepts and their applications through problems and case studies. The course will focus on the extent of application of production and operations principles learned in the classroom setting to contemporary production and operations management problems.

BUS

2670

Commercial Law

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 1170 Principles of Law

This course provides students with a firm understanding of the basic principles of commercial law so that they will have the necessary legal knowledge to operate efficiently in today's business world.

BUS

2710

Principles of Project Management

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 1180 Introduction to Business or BUS 1630 The World of Business

This course provides students a theoretical and operational framework for getting projects completed on time, within budget and according to customer specifications. Students will learn different project management methodologies and apply the right method to the right situation. This course is offered to non-BBA students only.

BUS

2740

Game Theory for Business Decisions

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BUS 1190 Mathematics for Business or equivalent and BUS 1200 Statistics for Business or equivalent

This course provides the theoretical fundamentals, solution techniques and applications of game theory to strategic decision making in a business environment. Topics to be covered include: fundamental game theoretic concepts—classification of games, strategy space and solution concepts; static games—pure strategy Nash equilibrium and mixed strategy Nash equilibrium; business decisions games—oligopolistic quantity and price competition, Stackelberg games and strategic trade policy; dynamic games and differential games; open-loop equilibrium, time inconsistency problems, feedback equilibrium and subgame consistency, business decisions as dynamic games—market share competition and institutional investment.

BUS

2770

Business Internship

(3,*,*)

Prerequisite:

Year II standing

The objective of this course is to give students the opportunity to gain practical experience working in an organization. Under the guidance of both faculty and workplace supervisors, students will complete a work assignment of no less than 120 hours, either paid or non-paid.

BUS

2780

Entrepreneurship and New Venture

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 1180 Introduction to Business

The focus of the course is to investigate, understand and internalize the process of founding a startup firm. Key areas include: matching individual skills with the management needs of a new venture, evaluating the business model of the new venture, financing new ventures, starting up a company, operating a new venture, recruiting and retaining management, creating value and liquidity for investors and management. This course provides tools and insights, which improve the chances for success as an entrepreneur in a highly competitive and ever changing environment.

BUS

3200

Strategic Management

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 1180 Introduction to Business or BUS 1630 The World of Business

This course aims to prepare the student for a successful business career with a broad understanding of the importance and complexity of strategic decisions and the way they integrate other aspects of business operations. It examines the rationale of decisions that determine the future direction and effectiveness of organizations. The perspective taken is that of the general manager—the owner, CEO, president, or management consultant. It focuses on the skills required of the general manager in diagnosing and finding solutions for critical problems in complex business situations and implementing them. In that regard, it integrates the knowledge gained in previous functional subjects from Year I and Year II.

BUS

3210

Business Management in China

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 1180 Introduction to Business or BUS 1630 The World of Business

This course provides students with an overview of the environment, the nature and the structure of business management in China. The management styles and other behavioural aspects will also be examined.

BUS

3220

Managerial Communications

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 2130 Business Communications

The course prepares participants to handle critical issues in managerial communication and helps them master skills needed to achieve their potential as leaders and executives. The goal is to equip them with the personal, interpersonal and group skills needed to manage their own lives as well as relationships with others. The course teaches strategic approaches to managerial communications that can be applied to a variety of situations.

BUS

3310

International Trade and Investment in China: Administration and Practice

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 2340 International Business or ECON 2220 Foundations of Chinese Economy

This course equips students with essential knowledge and tools in administering and practising trade with China and introduces them to the various ways that foreign investors may invest directly in China. This course also examines how international trade and foreign (direct) investment interact with each other and their implications to the recent economic development of China after the 1979 reform.

BUS

3410

Seminar in China Business

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 3210 Business Management in China

This seminar provides students with an opportunity to explore and discuss current developments, problems and issues in China business. Veteran practitioners from various fields in China business will be invited to give students an understanding of their experiences and discuss practical issues with them. It aims to allow students with their previous academic training in various courses in the BBA programme a chance to compare and combine theoretical knowledge with practical business requirements in China business.

BUS

3580

Honours Project

(3,3,0)

The student project is a valuable integrative element in the BCom (Hons) in Accountancy, providing a focus for the application of knowledge acquired from required and elective courses. Wherever possible, the project should be based on the actual situation in Hong Kong and should involve the use of primary and secondary data. Interdisciplinary study is encouraged. Planning of the project should begin after the end of Year II, with guidance from the supervisor. A written report is due by the end of Semester II of Year III. An oral presentation of the project result is also required.

BUS

3590

BBA Project

(3,0,#)

The student project is a valuable integrative element in the BBA curriculum, providing a focus for the application of knowledge acquired from core and major courses. The project provides an opportunity for students to apply the knowledge and skills gained on the degree programme to a real, practical business problem, and to prepare themselves for the transfer from the academic to the work situation.

# Individually supervised work.

BUS

3620

Logistics and Supply Chain Management

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BUS 1180 Introduction to Business or BUS 1630 The World of Business, and BUS 1190 Mathematics for Business or equivalent, and BUS 1200 Statistics for Business or equivalent

This course aims to introduce the fundamental theories and contemporary issues as well as local practice of logistics and supply chain management (SCM). It will equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills for mastering business operational process, generating, analysing and evaluating logistical and SCM solutions, and developing students' strategic and creative thinking to logistics and SCM, and then applying those knowledge to solve business planning and operational problems in local business operations.

BUS

3640

Supply Chain Management and Enterprise Resource Planning

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 1180 Introduction to Business or BUS 1630 The World of Business

It is aimed to introduce the fundamental theories and contemporary issues as well as local practice of logistics and supply chain management (SCM). It will equip students with the necessary knowledge and skills for mastering business operational process, generating, analysing and evaluating logistical and SCM solutions, and developing students' strategic and creative thinking to logistics and SCM, and then applying those knowledge to solve business planning and operational problems in local business operations.

BUS

3690

Cross-cultural and Comparative Management

(3,3,0)

Prerequisite:

BUS 2210 Organizational Behaviour

The primary objective of this course is to enhance student awareness of the impact of culture on supposedly universal management practices designed to facilitate the effective utilization and development of the organization's main asset—its employees. Students can expect to enhance their understanding of the global context of organizations, interpersonal skills needed to manage across national borders, and the structure and functioning of multinational companies.

BUS

3770

Cooperative Game Theory

(3,3,0)

Prerequisites:

BUS 2740 Game Theory for Business Decisions, and BUS 1190 Mathematics for Business, and BUS 1200 Statistics for Business

Game theory has greatly enhanced our understanding of decision making as socio-economic and political problems increase in complexity. Co-operative games suggest the possibility of socially optimal and group efficient solutions to decision problems involving strategic action. Formulation of optimal behaviour for players is a fundamental element in this theory. The present course is a survey of the basic theory of cooperative games and more importantly applications of cooperative games theory to strategic decision.

BUS

7030

Legal Aspects of International Business

(2,3,0)

This course is designed to provide students with practical legal knowledge which effective business executives will need. It will help students develop the competence to use law as a strategic tool to (1) create competitive advantage for their business such as capturing the value of intellectual capital and using contracts to define and strengthen relationships; and (2) tackle potentially catastrophic legal problems in their incipiency such as board room conflicts and labour disputes. Through lectures, case studies and discussions students shall develop a solid understanding of the legal dimension of major business and managerial decisions.

BUS

7050

Legal Aspects of China Trade and Investment

(2,3,0)

Business between Hong Kong and China is very substantial. Therefore, it is essential for Hong Kong business people doing business in China to understand the legal aspects of trade and investment in China. This course will provide the students with an understanding of the legal framework of China and the commercial and civil laws in China.

BUS

7100

China Field Study

(2,0,0)

This field study of five days' duration enables students to visit a city in the mainland. Provided with detailed information about the chosen location, its business environment, and background of the firms/organizations to be visited, participating students are required to produce both group and individual reports.

BUS

7170

Corporate Governance

(2,3,0)

A person holding a managerial position or above in an organization must be familiar with the mechanics of corporate governance. It is however designed for students without a legal background. It will provide students with an understanding of corporate governance and the legal framework of companies in Hong Kong; contents of constitutional documents such as the memorandum and articles of association (M&A); major corporate governance issues involved in drafting the M&A; shareholders' residual powers; protection of minority shareholders; types of directors; directors' appointment, rotation, disqualification and removal; board of directors' composition, meetings and duties; the company secretary's qualifications, duties, appointment and removal; monitoring the board of directors; interests of other stakeholders, e.g. shareholders especially institutions, creditors and employees; audit committees; temporary and permanent cessation of business, e.g. dormant, de-regulation, voluntary and compulsory winding up.

BUS

7180

Client-Based Research Methods

(2,3,0)

This course aims to give students the necessary methodological and statistical tools in order to carry out the client-based MBA Project Report. Emphasis is on introducing students to qualitative and quantitative methods/techniques for making business decisions. Students learn to develop questionnaires and solve business problems by applying qualitative and quantitative methods, using software packages (EXCEL, SPSS), and interpreting generated solutions for decision-making scenarios.

BUS

7190

Operations and Supply Chain Management

(2,3,0)

This course will introduce the fundamental concepts of operations management, including the formulation of logistics policy, performance measures, and constraint management. In particular, the following concepts will be covered: forecasting and order management, global transportation planning, inventory management, material handling systems, and warehousing and packaging management.

BUS

7221-3

MBA Project Report

(1,0,*)

The MBA project may be one of two forms: (1) a client-based project—this involves the comprehensive description and evaluation of a profit-seeking or non-profit, large or small, entrepreneurial or mature, service or manufacturing, domestic or international organization, together with appropriate recommendations for improved performance; or (2) a new business plan.
The main purpose of the project is for students to develop a thorough understanding of the environment, markets, technology and operations of a real organization (or, in the case of a new business plan, a proposed organization). Students apply and integrate knowledge and skills acquired through the MBA curriculum and further develop their skills in the area of strategy, and working productively in a team. Students are expected to work in groups of 4 to 6 on this project.
The learning objectives for the new business plan project are the same as for a client-based project. The new business plan is equally as "real" as a client based project.
Students taking the MBA project will gain a first-class learning experience to complement and extend classroom learning. The MBA project becomes a laboratory for applying ideas, tools and concepts to real-world problems. It is an exercise in managing task-focused relationships among team members, client managers and the faculty supervisors. It gives students a chance to define issues, gather relevant data from a variety of sources, do insightful analysis, and develop creative solutions. It also provides opportunities to learn about a company, an industry, and/or a field of management that is of long-term interest to the members of the project team.

BUS

7230

香港企業實地考察
Hong Kong Field Study

(2,0,0)

本學科專為內地學員而設，內容包括由企業高層管理人員、專業人士、專家學者和政府官員主講的專題講座及到代表香港各行業的機構參觀，以此作為整個課程的總結。企業機構的參觀將務求深入，並儘可能安排主管人分享心得。透過此來港實地考察，令學員進一步認識香港的商業環境和當今企業時事。
This course aims to enhance China MBA students' knowledge and understanding of the Hong Kong business environment. Seminars and corporate visits to various firms and government units are included in this five-day field study. Seminars dealing with contemporary issues in the business community are organized, and the speakers include CEOs, senior business executives, professionals, and government officials. Students are required to produce both group and individual reports based on what they have learnt from the seminars and visits to Hong Kong firms/organizations. This course is offered to MBA (China) classes only.

BUS

7300

China Marketing and Foreign Investment Issues

(2,3,0)

This is an Advanced MBA elective course that aims to examine a number of critical foreign investment and marketing issues in China business, including marketing environment and practical issues in China, and the new developments in foreign direct investment to China. Scope of study will cover not just the environment and the system, but also practices and current issues as far as possible.

BUS

7310

Executive Performance Management and Compensation

(2,2,0)

The modern corporations rely on the principle of separation of ownership and control to operate their businesses. The success or failure of these corporations depends, to a large extent, on the quality of the executives' decisions on the operations of the corporations. However, these executives may have objectives in mind different from those of the owners to whom they serve. Besides monitoring, it is important for owners to motivate these executives to act in the interests of the corporations and thus their owners through designing appropriate incentive contracts. These contracts specify the performance evaluation criteria and how executives' compensation is determined. The objective of this course to enable students to have a better understanding of the methods commonly used in practice to measure and reward executives' performance. It also discusses the potential consequences of using particular performance measures on executives' behaviour, in particular their corporate financial policies. This course further highlights the determinants and consequences of adopting different executives' compensation means.

BUS

7320

Business Ethics and Corporate Social Responsibility

(3,3,0)

In all areas of business, ethical dilemmas are encountered frequently. Some of these dilemmas are small and easy to resolve. The majority, however, are complex and an obvious solution is often difficult to determine. By providing a foundation in ethical theories and a framework for analysing ethical dilemmas, this course aims to sensitize students to ethical dilemmas and to help them develop some codes or guidelines of ethics for making decisions. It will further discuss the roles of business in society and corporate social responsibility, and analyse why socially responsible corporations are good and sustainable. The major issues currently faced by the preparers and users of corporate social reports will be discussed.

BUS

7330

Entrepreneurship Development

(2,3,0)

The scope of this course would be mostly on Venture Design: the stages from idea creation to the formation of a startup company, with successful venture capital funding and management team in place. The perspective should be that of a potential entrepreneur wanting to start up a company, or start up entrepreneurial activities within a large company. Special attention will be put into topics on people who make decisions, handle deals, analyse problems, allocate and mobilize scarce resources and succeed in a local and international context. Some Asian and China cases are carefully chosen to reflect the special situation of starting businesses in Asia/China.

BUS

7340

Business Creativity

(2,3,0)

The course Business Creativity emphasizes the importance of creativity and innovation as key drivers of growth in a rapidly changing business environment and focuses on teaching the students to reliably develop ideas using a systematic thinking process. Central topics discussed are individual and organizational factors of creativity, the creative process, serious business thinking tools and creativity techniques, among others. At the end of the course, students will personally experience on real cases the power of creativity techniques and serious thinking tools applied in a systematic way to achieve instant innovations in business.

BUS

7350

Participation in External Competitions

(2,0,3)

There are several international and perhaps local competitions in which students will have the opportunity to represent the University. Examples of such competitions include, but are not limited to, the Molson MBA Case Competition and the Moot Corp? Competition for business plans. In order to participate in such events, and get the university credits, students must undergo a stringent selection process in which the best candidates are chosen. The participants in such events gain valuable training in analysis and presentation skills, depending on the nature of the competition. In addition, participants may be required to write a paper, analyse a case, etc. and may have the opportunity to travel abroad, which will provide further valuable experience. Enrolment in this course is by selection, i.e. interested students will have to go through a selection process to be admitted to this course.

BUS

7360

MBA Seminars and Workshops

(2,3,0)

MBA seminars deal with contemporary issues in the business community. Speakers include senior business practitioners, visiting academics and faculty members. As the School offers MBA classes in Hong Kong and selected Mainland cities, seminars are to be organized in all these locations. Instead of a single-speaker seminar, some of these seminars may involve several speakers, in different presentation modes, and may be with a duration of half-day, one-day or even residential seminar of more than one day on a specific theme area. Besides, overseas study tours may be organized and students may choose to participate in such tours.

BUS

7710

Advanced Chinese Business Law

(3,3,0)

This course prepares MPhil and PhD students for in-depth research into selected topics in business law of the People's Republic of China (PRC). Topics will include: sources of PRC law, general principles of civil law, opinions of the Supreme People's Court, law reports, economic contracts and joint ventures, business vehicles, corporate governance, listing, bills of exchange, intellectual property, and dispute resolution.

BUS

7720

Advanced Research Methods For Business

(3,3,0)

The course is a hybrid course, designed for MPhil and PhD students in business, aiming at building up an in-depth understanding to conduct basic research in business topics, and enabling them toward their theses being the focus. It requires a variety of inputs, from the creative originating of concepts, to the technology of analysis, to communicating (perhaps publishing) results. Topics will include: philosophy of science, overview of research methods, statistics, measurement theory, multivariate analysis, and research on how to do research.

BUS

7730

Differental Game Theory

(3,3,0)

Game Theory has greatly enhanced our understanding of dynamic decision making as socio-economic and political problems increase in complexity. Economics and finance are the fields which most vividly display the characteristics of dynamic games. This course examines fundamental theory of differential games. It provides a survey of (continuous-time) different games theories. Stochastic differential games and co-operative games will also be covered. Applications of differential games in economics, finance and business are examined. This course would enhance postgraduate students' capability in writing theses with game-theoretic content.

BUS

7740

Issues in Game Theory Applications

(3,3,0)

Game theory has been widely applied in various fields of decision sciences including economics, finance, management and marketing. This course aims to provide postgraduate students with contemporary and noted issues in application of game theory in business studies. Survey of game-theoretic applications in business is provided. Relevant techniques and research methodologies are reviewed.

BUS

7750

Games Theory and Applications

(3,3,0)

This course offers a concise analysis on the theory of games and decision-making under strategic interactions. It aims to guide research postgraduate students to equip themselves with a comprehensive manual, containing the basic mathematical techniques, the various solution concepts, and examples of how these tools and ideas can be applied to different disciplines.
Topics covered in the course include repeated games, games on networks, evolutionary games, solutions of cooperative games, coalition formation, bargaining and implementation, Nash equilibria and their refinements, fair division and allocation, dynamic games and bargaining models, stochastic differential games, pursuit-evasion games, cooperative dynamic games, and games in economics, finance, marketing and telecommunications.

BUS

7800

Strategy Generation

(2,*,0)

This course is designed to provide students with tools and techniques to develop innovative strategies. Students will explore personal creativity, management practices that enhance or suppress creativity, and the innovation process in an organization. At the end of the course, students will recognize their lateral and logical abilities and gain self confidence to deal with issues in their corporate strategic planning process. The course is built around the different activities needed to generate innovative strategies in a company.

BUS

7810

Strategic Analysis and Decision Making

(2,*,0)

In this course, participants are required to use diverse knowledge and skills to analyse broad, organization-wide problems. The thrust of this course is general management and the integration of functional areas. Participants will become adept at examining the environment in which organizations operate and in identifying the strategic implications of the environment. This course moves from strategy formulation to strategy implementation considerations, recognizing the need for organizations to align their resources, values and strategies with the environment.

BUS

7820

Leading Organizational Change

(3,*,0)

Organizations today operate in more volatile and bewildering conditions than ever before, and continuous change has become the norm. The major purpose of this course is to help participants respond effectively to the rapid environmental and organizational changes that are occurring in all sectors and industries. Emphasis will be placed on explaining why and how organizations change and on the role of leaders as change agents. The means for implementing organizational change efforts will also be highlighted.

BUS

7830

Corporate Governance and Ethics

(3,*,0)

In this course, participants will analyse and solve key issues of modern corporate governance and ethical operations. It provides an understanding of the basic roles and responsibilities of shareholders, directors and management, and familiarity with the legal, social, economic, moral, and psychological issues they confront in the ordinary course of serving on boards. In addition, by providing a foundation in ethical theories and a framework for analysing ethical dilemmas, this course also aims to sensitize participants to ethical dilemmas and to help them develop some codes or guidelines for making ethical decisions. The roles of business in society and corporate social responsibility will also be considered.

BUS

7900

Business Research Methods

(3,*,0)

The purpose of this course is to provide participants with the fundamental knowledge and skills of applied business research. Conducting research involves making numerous choices—choices about strategy, designs, operations, and analyses. In this course, the strengths and weaknesses associated with the various choices are identified. Participants will learn that there are many external constraints placed on researchers and that there is no one best method for answering a research question. Instead, knowledge is the result of a triangulation of methods. As a result of this course, participants will become better consumers of research and they will learn how to critically read research articles.

BUS

7910

Advanced Statistics and Data Analysis

(3,*,0)

The purpose of this course is to provide participants with a sound understanding of statistical techniques and their application in analysing and making decisions about various organizational issues. Issues for testing hypotheses with correlational data will be addressed. In particular, the course will concentrate on the development, measurement, and analysis of "real-world" data involving natural covariation between variables. Participants will acquire the data analytic skills needed to feel competent and confident about completing a quantitatively based thesis.

BUS

7920

Qualitative Approaches to Research

(3,*,0)

This course is intended to provide participants with the basic skills needed to do qualitative research at a doctoral level. Qualitative research focuses on understanding, rather than predicting or controlling, phenomena. It is usually contrasted with traditional experimental and statistical research. Included in this course will be discussion of and practice in case studies, basic phenomenological description, structural analysis, research interviewing, and the repertory grid. The main objective is for participants to learn the practicalities, scope and nature of qualitative research. The subject will concentrate on Grounded Theory as the basic research strategy. It will prepare participants who want to pursue a qualitatively based thesis with the tools and techniques needed.

BUS

7980

Professional Development Workshops

(5,*,0)

These workshops are intended to provide a forum for dialogue among academics, practitioners, and DBA participants and graduates. Topics for these workshops will be aligned with the three core areas of strategy, change and corporate governance. To achieve this and to meet the specific needs of participants, topics for the workshops will be generated during the orientation workshop. This will ensure that participants have a voice in the topics and that their needs and interests are met. Through these workshops, participants will experience a stronger link between theories taught in lectures and the practice of management. In addition to engaging in discussions on these topics, participants will be required to write a two-page reflective paper integrating the content of the workshop with their work experiences.

BUS

7991-4

DBA Thesis

(24,*,0)

The thesis is the capstone and the most significant learning experience of the programme. Participants are required to design, develop and conduct an independent, applied research study that makes a contribution to the professional practice of management. This is in contrast with a PhD thesis, which places more emphasis on the development of new knowledge and theoretical perspectives. Participants are expected to research real organizational issues by drawing upon and applying appropriate theories and research method. The research should have practical implication for solving organizational problems or for understanding organizational issues. Research methods and analyses should be aligned properly with the research question(s). The thesis will normally be around 50,000 words, and it should be of publishable quality.