Master of Science in Technology Leadership and Entrepreneurship
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Educational Objectives
Master of Science in Technology Leadership and Entrepreneurship (TLE) program uniquely offers technological and business learning components, as well as entrepreneurial components paving the way for a start-up. It is perfect for students who are:
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:
- identify a product or a service that can make a positive impact in some segments of society.
- use design principles to design a product.
- work effectively as an entrepreneur, product developer, or project manager.
Major Components
| Entrepreneurship | From conceptualization of products, prototype development and establishing a start-up, TLE program offers you essential training. |
| Technology | Students can select technology-related courses specific to their projects, e.g. AI, computer vision, software design, etc. |
| Business | Exposure to business topics relevant to establishing and maintaining a start-up in the Greater Bay Area and the world. |
Curriculum
Students are required to complete at least 30 credits of courses, including 9 credits of core courses, 12 credits of elective courses, and a 9-credit project course. A list of pre-approved electives offered in a particular year will be announced at the beginning of each academic year.
Students may take up to 3 credits of other relevant courses depending on the background requirement of their TLE projects, subject to the approval of the Program Director and/or project supervisors, and the availability of course quota from the offering departments.
For details, please refer to the Postgraduate Program, Course Catalog.
30 Credits
Technology Leadership and Entrepreneurship
Product Development and Prototyping
Start-up Workshop
A sample elective course list:
- ISDN 5010 Design Methodologies (3 credits)
- ISDN 5101 Design Thinking for Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (3 credits)
- ISDN 5703 Emerging Technology for Design Innovation (3 credits)
- ISDN 5704 Transmedia Design and Production (3 credits)
- ISDN 5711 Design Identity and Visual Communication (3 credits)
- ISDN 5713 Big Data and Design Strategies for Media Communication (3 credits)
- MTLE 5220 Product Management for Intrapreneurs and Entrepreneurs (3 credits)
- ISOM 5370 Technology and Innovation Management (2 credits)
- MARK 5692 Marketing for Startups (3 credits)
- SBMT 6020I AI-Driven Decision Making for Entrepreneurs (2 credits)
Technology Leadership and Entrepreneurship
Product Development and Prototyping
Start-up Workshop
A sample elective course list:
- ISDN 5010 Design Methodologies (3 credits)
- ISDN 5101 Design Thinking for Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship (3 credits)
- ISDN 5703 Emerging Technology for Design Innovation (3 credits)
- ISDN 5704 Transmedia Design and Production (3 credits)
- ISDN 5711 Design Identity and Visual Communication (3 credits)
- ISDN 5713 Big Data and Design Strategies for Media Communication (3 credits)
- MTLE 5220 Product Management for Intrapreneurs and Entrepreneurs (3 credits)
- ISOM 5370 Technology and Innovation Management (2 credits)
- MARK 5692 Marketing for Startups (3 credits)
- SBMT 6020I AI-Driven Decision Making for Entrepreneurs (2 credits)
Admission & Application
Applicants should have obtained a bachelor's degree from a recognized institution, or an approved equivalent qualification. For English Proficiency Requirements, please refer to HKUST Fok Ying Tung Graduate School. All applicants are considered on a competitive and rolling basis. Early online application is strongly recommended.
Program Fee
The nominal program fee for 2027/28 Fall intake is HK$300,000 (full-time study to be paid in 2 installments and part-time study to be paid in 4 installments).
Faculty Members
This program is a gateway for students to learn from our professors with diverse knowledge and research experience in the field gained from some of the top engineering institutions from around the world.
Contact Us
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| Tel | +852 3469 2957 |
| Address | Room 5313, 5/F, Lift 3, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Clear Water Bay, Hong Kong |
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