Overview

Master of Science in Insurance  programme (the Programme) aims to provide students with broad insurance knowledge and advanced techniques in insurance so that they can make informed business decisions for the betterment of the society.

The Programme enhances students’ professionalism, enabling them to provide high quality service to the general public. It also provides whole-person development and helps groom future leaders in the insurance industry and society.

Features

  1. Combine practical knowledge with theories and principles in insurance domain to build a challenging and stimulating learning experience
  2. Incorporate input from industrial partners and employers in the curriculum, being forward-looking and comprehensive, equipping students with professional knowledge to meet their career goals
  3. Enhance generic competencies in a knowledge-based industry, including independent thinking, informed decision making and teamwork
  4. Enable students to apply advance knowledge and skills acquired in the Programme

Objectives

  1. Equip students with advanced knowledge and skills for making appropriate decisions in managing insurance business
  2. Enhance students’ analytical, communication, collaboration, interpersonal and leadership skills that are needed in insurance industry for professional development
  3. Equip students with high ethical standards in the insurance business and develop their accountability with respect to social responsibility and professional standards
  4. Cultivate students’ ability to critically evaluate issues and make informed judgment both quantitatively and qualitatively

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes

  1. Apply a broad spectrum of theoretical and practical knowledge and skills for the betterment of insurance practice
  2. Furnish responses/solutions to complex managerial problems related to insurance business through consolidating and extending knowledge acquired in the Programme
  3. Possess high professional and ethical standards and contribute to the continuous improvement of the profession
  4. Evaluate strategies and situations critically and communicate ideas/proposals/recommendations effectively with business parties in dynamic business environment

Medium of Instruction

English

Modes of Study

Full Time (1 year) / Part Time (2 years)

Class Schedule

2024/25 academic year

Full Time (1 year)

Part Time (2 years)

Modules to be studied in each semester

4 modules

2 modules

Class schedule

Weekday Evenings and Weekends

(12 hours per week)

Weekday Evenings and Weekends

(6 hours per week)

Qualifications Framework

Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications (HKCAAVQ) Qualifications Register
Qualifications Framework:Level 6
Registration No.:24/000251/L6
Validity Period:01/09/2024 to 31/08/2026
Primary Area of Study / Training:Business and Management (Insurance)