Bachelor in Design (Innovative Business Design) (IBD)

At The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU), the deadline to apply for the Sep 2027 intake is Dec 9, 2026; tuition fees are 199,800 CNY per year.

The Bachelor in Design (Innovative Business Design) (IBD) is a 1-year Bachelor's program at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. It's for high school graduates who want to learn innovative business design. The program is taught in English.

The curriculum covers business design, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Students learn to develop innovative business solutions and work on projects with real companies.

Graduates can become Business Designers, Innovation Managers, or Entrepreneurship Consultants. They can work in industries like consulting, finance, or technology, for companies like startups or multinational corporations.

The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, founded in 1972 and located in Hung Hom, Kowloon, is a dynamic institution known for applied research and professional education. With a large and diverse student community and a broad portfolio spanning engineering, design, business, health, hospitality, and social sciences, the university emphasizes industry-relevant skills and innovation. Modern campus facilities, specialized research centres, and city-centre location make it an attractive choice for students who want close ties to Hong Kong's commercial and cultural hubs.

PolyU places a strong emphasis on global mobility, internships, and work-integrated learning to boost employability. International exchange programmes, multidisciplinary projects, and partnerships with industry give students practical experience across Greater China and overseas. The university also hosts numerous cultural and extracurricular activities to support personal development, leadership, and cross-cultural understanding.

Accommodation options include student halls in Hung Hom and Ho Man Tin with structured admission policies for degree and research students. Campus services cover catering, sports, performance venues, and career support, helping students balance academic goals with wellbeing and social life. Prospective international applicants should explore programme offerings, application deadlines, and scholarship opportunities through the admissions office to plan a successful move to Hong Kong.