University

The Chinese University of Hong Kong

Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality and Real Estate

Program overview

This program integrates two distinct concepts into one, offering expertise in both hospitality and real estate. This allows for a seamless crossover between the two fields, addressing the increasing demand for multifaceted leaders in the market.

Last updated: April 10, 2024

Academic Information

Degree offered

BBA in Hospitality and Real Estate

Length of program

4 Years

Number of Credits Required

48 core credits

Mode of learning

On Campus

Unique real estate academic features

The Hospitality and Real Estate program (HRE) is designed as a business-focused initiative with a specialized emphasis on hospitality and real estate. The institution is pioneering in the Asia-Pacific region by seamlessly integrating research and education in both fields. HRE provides two distinct major streams—Hospitality and Real Estate—equipping students for diverse career paths in sectors such as lodging, MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions), theme parks and attractions, travel and tourism, valuation, leasing and transactions, consulting, real estate development, finance, and asset management.

Courses and disciplines/concentrations offered

Faculty-package courses

Foundations in Financial Accounting
Basic Economics for the Hospitality and Tourism Industry
Management of Hospitality and Real Estate Businesses

Core Courses

Basic Quantitative Methods for the Hospitality and Tourism Industry
Business Information Systems
Financial Management
Marketing Management
Food & Beverage Management
Management of Lodging Facilities
Hospitality Real Estate Economics
Law for Hospitality and Real Estate Industry
Hospitality Strategic Management
Hospitality and Real Estate Capstone Project

Real Estate Stream

Real Estate Finance
Introduction to Real Estate Investments
Real Estate Valuation
Global Real Estate Asset Management
Facilities Development and Management for Hospitality and Real Estate

Electives: See full Lists here

Real Estate Extracurricular Opportunities

Notable traditions & events

Distinguished Speakers Series (DDS)

Real estate extracurricular activities available

Fieldwork

Networking opportunities

Networking Day

Recruiting

General info on roles students fill after graduation

Valuation & Advisory
Leasing & Transaction
Workplace Solutions
Asset Management
Capital Markets

Link REITs
MTRC
Sino Group
Sung Hung Kai Properties
Hang Lung Properties
Swire Properties

Common employers

CBRE
Colliers
Cushman and Wakefield
HSBC
JP Morgan
JLL
Knight Frank

Faculty and Research

Faculty & Staff for the Program

See full list here

Distinguished real estate faculty members or research areas

Nelson Wong

Professor of Practice in Real Estate

Mention any recent real estate research achievements or ongoing projects

Decoding property booms following corporate relocations-By Tsang, Desmond, Associate Professor Acting Director, School of Hotel and Tourism Management Co-Director, Centre for Hospitality and Real Estate Research & Hu, Maggie Rong, Assistant Professor,01 Feb 2024

Alumni Support

Successful real estate alumni

Dlysia Cai

Real Estate Specialist

Accreditations and Rankings

The Real Estate Academic Leadership (REAL)-2019-2023 (Global)

Ranking: 14

Best Global Universities-2022-2023

Ranking: 53

Hospitality and Leisure Management-(2023) International

Awards or recognition

MBA Programme No. 75 in the world by Financial Times (2024)
EMBA Programme No. 23 in the world by Financial Times (2023)
MSc Programme in Finance No. 29 in the world by Financial Times (2023)
Research No. 4 in Asia, No. 41 in the World by the University of Texas at Dallas Top 100 World Rankings of Business School (2018-2022)
Accounting and Finance No. 45 in the world by QS World University Rankings (2023)
Business and Management Studies No. 65 in the world by QS World University Rankings (2023)

Financial Information

Tuition fees

Res. HK$42,100
Out Res. HK$145,000

Financial aid

Available.

Scholarships

Available.

Opportunities or support

Available.

General information

Where is the program housed on campus?

School of Hotel and Tourism Management 7/F, Cheng Yu Tung Building The Chinese University of Hong Kong Shatin, NT, Hong Kong

State of the art Facilities

The School has put in place world-class facilities designed and built to stimulate the actual learning environment of leading establishments.

The Stage

The self-funded business model The Stage creates a practice environment for students to participate in managing a real business, using theories learned in marketing, finance, human resource management, strategy, and F&B courses.

Teaching Hotel

Sit adjacent to our teaching block Cheng Yu Tung Building, the teaching hotel provides experiential learning opportunities and exposes students to international hospitality service standards.

Gastronomy Club

The Gastronomy Club is a multifunctional restaurant built for food and beverage education. The fully equipped bar design and wine tasting set-up serve as an excellent platform where students can practice their service skills, cocktail mixing and wine tasting skills.

Demonstration Kitchen

The Demonstration Kitchen was set up for students to “savour” the experience of classical European cuisine cooking. It is a venue with hybrid functions. It is a class room as well as a profit center where team building exercises and cooking workshops can be conducted.

Hyatt Learning Center

The Hyatt Learning Center features a mini version Hyatt Regency Shatin Hotel lobby. Students are trained by Hyatt Senior Executive team members and learn international brand service standards. They will gain hands-on experience of best hotel operational practices.