MBA Online

ECON0210 Investment, technology, and economic growth

Semester : 2
For Student of Year : 2 & 3

Lecturer : Cheung, Michael T.
Email : mcheung@econ.hku.hk General Information
The course begins by reviewing the neoclassical micro- and macro- theories of investment in ‘physical’ assets like plant and machinery. The analysis is then extended to incorporate technological change, especially with regard to its impact on the relationship between investment and economic growth. As far as possible, the exposition will be non-technical.

Beijing Campus
3F, Tower E3, Oriental Plaza, 1 East Chang An Avenue
Beijing 100738, China

Shanghai Campus
Building No. 2, 2419 Hong Qiao Road
Shanghai 200335, China

Guangzhou Campus
Xinhe Plaza 8F, No. 1, Hua Xia Road, Zhujiang, Tianhe District
Guangzhou 510623, China

Chengdu Office
Unit 704B, Shangri-La Centre Office Building, No.9 Binjiang Dong Road
Chengdu, 610021, China

Admissions

Enrollment for each program is limited to ensure an optimal faculty-to-participant ratio; registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Applications must be received 2 weeks prior to program commencement by fax, email, or mail. Once accepted, applications will be processed within one working day and each applicant will be notified by a letter of confirmation. Please address all applications and inquiries to our customer service team in Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou respectively.

Payment Requirement and Cancellation Policies

Tuition fee covers program materials and services, stationery, translation and interpretation, tea breaks, lunches, and a welcome banquet. Tuition must be paid in full amount in US dollars or equivalent RMB as indicated 10 days prior to program commencement. In case of cancellation, applicants must notify us 10 days in advance in order to receive a full refund. Otherwise, refund percentage is listed below:
Cancellation 9 – 5 days prior to program commencement: 80% refund
Cancellation within 5 days prior to program commencement: 60% refund
Cancellation after program commencement: non-refundable

Please note: course content may be subject to chance; please contact the admissions office for more detailed information.

Open Enrollment Programs
Program Faculty Date Venue Tuition (RMB)
CEO Program (by invitation)
China CEO Program Cheung Kong GSB May 5-9 Hong Kong 350,000
Insead Jun. 2-6 Fontainebleau
Columbia Business School Sep. 22-26 New York
Cheung Kong GSB Jan. 2009 Sanya
Finance CEO Progam NEW Cheung Kong GSB May 5-9 Beijing 350,000
Columbia Business School Sep. 22-26 New York
London Business School Nov. 23-28 London
Cheung Kong GSB Jan. 2009 Sanya
Country Manager Program NEW Modular Sep. 18 Beijing 68,000
General Manager Program(Modular)
Growth Strategy and Innovation Management LIAO JianWen May 16-18 Beijing 85,000
Corporate Governance and Risk Management ZHOU Qiren, ZHOU Chunsheng Jun. 27-29
Strategic Pricing and Customer Relationship Management CHIANG Jeongwen, ZHANG Zhong Jul. 11-13
Strategic HR Management Ellie Weldon Sep. 5-7
Coporate M&A HUANG Ming, ZHOU Chunsheng Nov. 14-16
*Application for individual modules is also accepted. Tuition for individual modules is RMB 19,800
Post-EMBA Program
Earnings Management XUE Yunkui, HUANG Shizhong May.23-25 Shanghai 85,000
Strategic Alliance TENG Binsheng, YAN Aimin Jun. 13-15 Qingdao
Coporate Risk Management and PR Keith FLORIG Jul. 11-13 Hangzhou
Execution and Balance Scorecard SUN Yongling Oct. 18-19 Shanghai
Transitioning from an Entrepreneurship to a Professionally Managed Firm Robert ENG Nov. 21-23 Guangzhou
Humanist Spirit & Management TU Weiming Jan. 2009 Sanya
*Application for individual modules is also accepted. Tuition for individual modules is RMB 19,800
Mini-EMBA (Cheung Kong EMBA Classics)
Techmark Simulation Robert ENG Jun. 13-15 Beijing 78,000
Leadership and HR Management Xiangxiang XU Juy. 25-27 Guangzhou
Finance Management for Non-Financial Managers QI Daqing, ZHOU Chunsheng Sep.19-21 Guangzhou
Strategic Marketing Management ZHAO Yue Nov. 7-9 Guangzhou
Corporate Strategic Management TANG Mingzhe Dec. 12-14 Guangzhou
*Application for individual modules is also accepted. Tuition for individual modules is RMB 19,800
Industry-Specific Programs
Executive Diploma in Media Management Program Modular Jun. 13 Beijing 138,000
Executive Diploma in Real Estate Management Program NEW Modular Oct. BJ/US 148,000

Introduction

The Cheung Kong Executive MBA program aims to prepare business leaders in the Greater China Region to meet future global challenges, both business and personal. We have a growing number of partnerships with top business schools and corporations in Asia, Europe and North America.

Since the inaugural class in 2002, ten cohorts totaling over 1500 students have been admitted, making our program one of the largest in China and across Asia. The Cheung Kong EMBA program enrolls students of exceptional seniority, with over 80% of the students at the Vice-President level and above.

Incorporating the Humanities directly into the curriculum, the program prides itself on the creation of business leaders who not only create wealth, but who also give back to society.

From their senior positions in China’s emerging business environment, Cheung Kong EMBA alumni form what has become one of the most influential business networks in Greater China.