This programme is jointly offered by the Department of Mathematics of Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) and the Faculty of Science and Technology of Beijing Normal -Hong Kong Baptist University (BNBU). It is developed based on the Master of Science in Operational Research and Business Statistics (ORBS) established by HKBU in 2007. Upon fulfilling the requirement of this course, students will be awarded the Master of Science in Data Science by HKBU.

This programme aims to develop international and interdisciplinary professionals equipped with skills in business management and advanced statistical analysis. It emphasizes the enhancement of data-driven strategic insights and decision-making capabilities, along with the cultivation of innovative thinking.

Aligning with advancements and cutting-edge technologies in big data analytics and business management, we offer a systematic and comprehensive curriculum that encompasses crucial topics, including

• Programming for data analytics

• Statistical inference and modeling

• Machine learning

• Quantitative analysis in business

• Advanced operational research

• Analytics for decision making

• Financial and economic modeling

• Business management

By capitalizing on the economic strengths of the Greater Bay Area and the resource of the Guangdong Provincial Key Laboratory of Interdisciplinary and Application for Data Science at BNBU, this programme provides diverse project-based learning opportunities. Students are presented with the chance to participate in research projects or internships at our key laboratory or with local enterprises during their studies.  Outstanding graduate could also be considered being admitted into our Research Graduate Programme