Department of
Economics

The Department’s faculty conduct world-class research in nearly all fields of economics, including economic theory, econometrics, macroeconomics, and the applied fields of trade, industrial organization, development, labor, health, and environment.

High International Ranking
In 2025, the Economics Department was ranked No.27 in the world, No.4 in Asia, and No.1 in Hong Kong, according to the QS World University Rankings by Subject — Economics & Econometrics
Jun
10

2025 HKUST GEAR Conference on Trade and Development

Jun
12

2025 HKUST Conference on Industrial Organization

Research
WE ARE RECOGNIZED FOR THE HIGH QUALITY OF OUR RESEARCH, BOTH THEORETICAL AND APPLIED.
Research
Programs
Knowledge transfer is a two-way and interactive process.
Programs
Faculty
HIGHLY INTERNATIONAL, HOLD PHDS FROM MANY OF THE WORLD’S TOP UNIVERSITIES, AND PURSUE RESEARCH ON A WIDE RANGE OF IMPORTANT ECONOMIC ISSUES.
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Call for Applications - PhD in Economics Early Admission Camp 2025
Events
Call for Applications - PhD in Economics Early Admission Camp 2025
The PhD program in Economics is going to host an early admission camp this summer. We are inviting applications from all qualified students.
30 JUN 2025
Economic Faculty Awarded Franklin Prize For Teaching Excellence 2024
Our Faculty
Economic Faculty Awarded Franklin Prize For Teaching Excellence 2024
It was awarded to six faculty members in the Business School, of whom three were from the Department of Economics.
04 JUN 2025
Prof. Edwin Lai named a 2024 Top Scholar by ScholarGPS
Our Faculty
Prof. Edwin Lai named a 2024 Top Scholar by ScholarGPS
The title of Top Scholars is assigned to those whose scholarly contributions rank them within the top 0.5% of all scholars worldwide, according to ScholarGPS.
30 MAY 2025
The Grand Finale - Hong Kong Economic Policy Challenge 2025
Events
The Grand Finale - Hong Kong Economic Policy Challenge 2025
HKEPC invites university students to tackle real-world economic issues through innovative policy proposals. It fosters collaboration, critical thinking, and meaningful dialogue on Hong Kong’s economic future. [external link]
23 MAY 2025
Graduation Dinner for the Class of 2025
Events
Graduation Dinner for the Class of 2025
Over 130 faculty members and students from the BBA ECON, BSc ECOF, BSc MAEC, MSc, and MPhil in Economics programs attended the dinner event.
12 MAY 2025
Class Photo Session and Graduate Gathering
Student & Us
Class Photo Session and Graduate Gathering
The event aimed to capture the spirit of the graduating class while fostering a sense of community and connection among students and faculty.
08 MAY 2025
Conversation with my Econ Professor with Prof. Zhang Chen
Events
Conversation with my Econ Professor with Prof. Zhang Chen
Prof. Zhang Chen shared his journey of developing research interests in economic growth and international trade.
25 APR 2025
Economics Students Easter Party
Events
Economics Students Easter Party
The Department hosted a cheerful Easter Party, gathering students from the ECON, ECOF, and MAEC programs.
17 APR 2025
Hong Kong Economic Policy Challenge 2025
Events
Hong Kong Economic Policy Challenge 2025
Open to all undergraduates in Hong Kong, in teams of 2-4. [external link]
11 APR 2025
Staff-Student Liaison Committee Meeting (UG) – Spring Term 2024–25
Student & Us
Staff-Student Liaison Committee Meeting (UG) – Spring Term 2024–25
The SSLC serves as a vital platform for open dialogue between students and faculty.
08 APR 2025
UG Students Mix and Mingle Event on Feb 2025
Student & Us
UG Students Mix and Mingle Event on Feb 2025
This engaging event provided a wonderful opportunity for students to network, socialize, and connect with their classmates and professors in a relaxed atmosphere.
26 FEB 2025
Congregation 2024
Student & Us
Congregation 2024
A significant event where graduates come together to celebrate their academic achievements and mark the culmination of their educational journey.
04 DEC 2024
BBA in
Economics
BSc in
Economics and Finance
BSc in
Mathematics and Economics
MSc in
Economics
MPhil and PhD in
Economics
Course Offering
HKUST
No.1
Economics Department in HK
2016-2025 (QS World University Rankings by Subject)
Top 2-5
Economics Department in Asia
2016-2025 (QS World University Rankings by Subject)
73%
research activity was categorized as world leading or excellent
RAE 2020

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We offer a wide variety of courses for students in the UG and PG programs

General Research Fund and Early Career Scheme

The Department has 4 General Research Fund (GRF) in 2024/25

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