Master of Arts in Art Business (MA-AB)
Programme Information
Master of Arts in Art Business (MA-AB) Programme aims at admitting the bulk of students from Hong Kong, Macao, and Mainland China particularly the neighbouring Greater Bay Area (GBA) where it is endowed with flourishing art and cultural resources. The sources of Art Basel and UBS global art reports have shown that the sale value of the art market worldwide in 2023 recorded 65 billion US dollars, of which China shared 19%, ranking the second largest market after the United States. Thus, taking the market in China and its need for knowledge workers in art business into consideration, the sheer size of the market would be large enough to absorb the Hong Kong-trained talents.
MA-AB will also pay attention to the growing importance of art business in the region such as Singapore and South Korea. New economic incentives and business opportunities will drive the growth and sustainability of the sector in future. Given the established foundation and lead in the art business field, Hong Kong can take an active role in nurturing talents for the sector in the area. It is expected that job opportunities in the region will increase for graduates of the MA in Art Business.
Programme Objectives
The programme aims to:
- Impart broad-based knowledge of Art Business, in both art appreciation and connoisseurship as well as the business and management of art trading;
- Acquire business and management skills, along with design thinking tools, to create value in Art Business management, as well as contribute to the development of enterprises;
- Cultivate students’ abilities to create and innovate new models and practices in Art Business;
- Enhance students’ ability to apply broad-based knowledge in Art Business to address contemporary issues in the field;
- Cultivate among students a strong sense of sustainability, responsibility, and high commitment as responsible stakeholders of organizations.
Programme Intended Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the programme, students should be able to:
- Synthesize diverse theories from art and design, art marketing, history, cultural and creative industries, cultural studies, and business research;
- Apply research and practical skills in the development of Art Business, such as business model creation, project management, and evaluation methods;
- Critically evaluate information, concepts, and evidence in the field, including Art Business practices in both global and local contexts;
- Apply broad-based knowledge in Art Business to address various contemporary issues, such as the deployment of art assets, project curation, and venue branding;
- Evaluate own contributions and responsibilities in assuring sustainability and in becoming responsible citizens, employees, business leaders, and business partners.
Programme Curriculum
| Module Code & Module Title | Credit | QF Credit | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Core Modules 必修課程 | AB6001 | Art Law 藝術法 | 3 | 13.5 |
| AB6002 | Art Exhibition and Promotion 藝術品展覽與推廣 | 3 | 13.5 | |
| AB6003 | Fundamentals of Art Appreciation and Collection 藝術品鑒賞與收藏 | 3 | 13.5 | |
| AB6004 | Sale and Marketing of Art 藝術品銷售與营銷 | 3 | 13.5 | |
| AB6005 | Art Practice: Site Visit and Field Research 藝術實踐：現場訪問與實地研究 | 3 | 13.5 | |
| Electives 選修課程 | AB6101 | Valuation of Art 藝術品的估值 | 3 | 13.5 |
| AB6102 | Business of Art Appreciation and Collection 藝術品鑒藏與商業機遇 | 3 | 13.5 | |
| AB6103 | Introduction in Art History and Development of Chinese Painting and Calligraphy 藝術史概論及中國書畫藝術發展史 | 3 | 13.5 | |
| AB6104 | Art Curation and Research 藝術品策展與研究 | 3 | 13.5 | |
| AB6105 | Business Management of Art Assets 藝術資產商業管理 | 3 | 13.5 | |
| AB6106 | Art Practice: Dissertation 藝術實踐：論文 | 3 | 13.5 | |
| Total | 8 modules | 24 | 108 |
Programme Structure
One-year Full-time Study Mode
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| AB6001 Art Law 藝術法 | AB6003 Fundamentals of Art Appreciation and Collection 藝術品鑒賞與收藏 |
| AB6002 Art Exhibition and Promotion 藝術品展覽與推廣 | AB6004 Sale and Marketing of Art 藝術品銷售與营銷 |
| 2 Elective Modules | AB6005 Art Practice: Site Visit and Field Research 藝術實踐：現場訪問與實地研究 |
| 1 Elective Module; |
Two-year Part-time Study Mode
Year 1
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| AB6001 Art Law 藝術法 | AB6002 Art Exhibition and Promotion 藝術品展覽與推廣 |
| 1 Elective Module | 1 Elective Module |
Year 2
| Semester 1 | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| AB6003 Fundamentals of Art Appreciation and Collection 藝術品鑒賞與收藏 | AB6004 Sale and Marketing of Art 藝術品銷售與营銷 |
| 1 Elective Module | AB6005 Art Practice: Site Visit and Field Research 藝術實踐：現場訪問與實地研究 |
Admission Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree from a recognized university or equivalent.
- A Bachelor’s degree from a university or institution in which the medium of instruction is Chinese. Otherwise, applicants are required to demonstrate their proficiency in Chinese at one of the following levels:
- a) Level 3 in Chinese Language of HKDSE;
- b) Level 5 at Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) (漢語水平考試第五級); or
- c) Level 2-B at Putonghua Shuiping Ceshi (PSC), State Language Affairs Commission (國家語言文字工作委員會普通話水平測試二級乙等).
Graduation Requirements
To be eligible for the award of the Master of Arts in Art Business, students are required to:
- obtained a Grade D or above on at least 24 credits (8 modules), including all core modules;
- obtained a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0.
Education Pathways
Graduates of the Programme may pursue further studies at MPhil or PhD levels, particularly in the field of Art History, Chinese Art, Cultural Studie, Museum Studies and Arts Technology and Business.
Employment Pathways
| Manager /Coordinator 經理／統籌員 经理／统筹员 | In the management and planning aspects of auction houses and galleries 從事拍賣行與畫廊的管理與策劃方面 从事拍卖行与画廊的管理与策划方面 |
| Project manager / Executive 項目經理／主任 项目经理／主任 | Arts, culture, or project Management 從事藝術、文化、或項目管理 從事藝術、文化、或項目管理 |
| Administrative Executive /Professional 行政主任 | Arts, culture, administration/ policy in art collection, art dealership, architecture and design, history, tourism, arts, and cultural sectors 從事藝術、文化、藝術收藏管理/政策、藝術品交易、建築與設計、歷史、旅遊以及藝術與文化領域 从事艺术、文化、艺术收藏管理/政策、艺术品交易、建筑与设计、历史、旅游以及艺术与文化领域 |
| Event / Programme / Exhibition curator 活動／節目／展覽策展人 活动／节目／展览策展人 | In the realms of Art Business, project management, non-profit organizations, and media/ creative industries 從事藝術商業、專案管理、非營利組織及媒體/創意產業領域 从事艺术商业、项目管理、非营利组织及媒体/创意产业领域 |
Qualification Framework Information
The MA-AB Programme is at QF level 6.
The QR Registration Number: T.B.C
Registration Validity Period: 01/09/2026 To 31/08/2029
Primary Area of Study and Training: A02 Arts, Design and Performing Arts
Sub-area (Primary Area of Study and Training): A0202 Design and Other Creative Industries
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are calculated per credit taken, with each module are three credits.
The tuition fee* of academic year 2026/27 are as follows:
Full time (1 year)
Non-Local students
HK$148,800
HK$6,200 per credit
Local students
HK$115,680
HK$4,820 per credit
Part time (2 years)
HK$115,680
HK$4,820 per credit
*Fees are subject to review regularly
Successful applicants must settle an non-refundable admission fee within a stated period of time and count as a part of the tuition fee.
