Business

Higher Diploma

Business Discipline

The Business discipline covers multiple professional fields with a strong emphasis on practical applications of the latest technologies. The curriculum incorporates cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence, cloud computing and data analytics, equipping students with the latest digital competencies in business settings. Through cross-disciplinary learning opportunities and practical training, we prepare students with essential 21st-century skills such as creativity, problem solving and collaboration and communication for both further studies and career development. Our close industry partnerships facilitate regular activities, including seminars, webinars, company visits, and overseas exchanges, ensuring our students stay aligned with evolving market trends.

Programme Information

Key Advantages

Industry-Aligned Curriculum

Featuring diverse teaching approaches including project-based learning, workplace learning and assessment, our programmes develop precisely the skills today's industries demand

Professional Recognition

Our programmes are accredited by local and international professional bodies including the Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA), Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management (HKIHRM), and Hong Kong Institute of Marketing (HKIM), etc. opening diverse career pathways through industry-validated qualifications

Industry Collaboration

With over 300 corporate and public sector partners, we provide valuable internship opportunities that develop practical workplace skills

Industry-Aligned Curriculum

Featuring diverse teaching approaches including project-based learning, workplace learning and assessment, our programmes develop precisely the skills today's industries demand

Professional Recognition

Industry Collaboration

With over 300 corporate and public sector partners, we provide valuable internship opportunities that develop practical workplace skills

Articulation

Graduates opting for further studies are eligible to apply for the respective Degree programmes offered by various local and overseas universities including:

Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong
City University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong Baptist University
Hong Kong Metropolitan University
Hong Kong Shue Yan University
Lingnan University
The Chinese University of Hong Kong
The Education University of Hong Kong
The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
The University of Hong Kong
RMIT University, Australia
Northumbria University, UK

Career Prospect

A broad range of relevant career opportunities are open to the Discipline's graduates, most students find position such as Accounting Officer, Wealth Management Consultant, Management Trainee, Flight Attendant, Airport Operations Officer, Logistics Officer, Marketing Officer, Public Relations and Event Planning Officer, Human Resource Officer, Digital Marketing Executive and E-commerce Executive, etc.

Professional Recognition

Many professional bodies in Hong Kong and overseas acknowledge the quality of our programmes, including:

E-commerce Association of Hong Kong (ECAHK)
Hong Kong Association of Interactive Marketing (AIM)
Hong Kong Institute of Certified Public Accountants (HKICPA)
Hong Kong Institute of Human Resource Management (HKIHRM)
Hong Kong Institute of Marketing (HKIM)
Hong Kong Management Association (HKMA)
Hong Kong People Management Association (HKPMA)
Hong Kong Public Relations Professionals' Association (PRPA)
Hong Kong Quality Management Association (HKQMA)
Human Capital Management Society (HCMS)
Institute of Financial Planners of Hong Kong (IFPHK)
Institute of Training Professionals (ITP)
Property Management Services Authority (PMSA)
Society of Registered Financial Planners & Strategists (HKRFP)
The Association of Accredited Advertising Agencies of Hong Kong (HK4As)
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA)
The Australian and New Zealand Institute of Insurance and Finance (ANZIIF)
The Chartered Institute of Housing Asian Pacific Branch (CIHAPB)
The Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport in Hong Kong (CILTHK)
The Chartered Insurance Institute (CII)
The Hong Kong Advertisers Association (HK2A)
The Hong Kong Arts Administrators Association (HKAAA)
The Institute of Purchasing & Supply of Hong Kong (IPSHK)
United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) Academy

Internship and Exchange

Industrial attachment opportunities enable students to experience real-life workplace challenges through attachment to different organisations. It could facilitate students' transition from study to work by developing their teamwork spirit, problem- solving abilities, practical skills, and appropriate work attitudes and value. Through the attachment, employers can identify the right talents for future full-time employments and also source suitable candidates to meet the seasonal and part-time manpower needs.

The Business Discipline has partnered with more than 300 business and public organisations to offer industrial attachment opportunities for students in previous academic years, including:

Airport Authority
Belle International
Cathay Pacific Airways Limited
China National Aviation Corporation (Group) Limited
China Duty Free (Shenzhen) Supply Chain Technology Company Limited
China Overseas Property
China Resources Longdation
Civil Aid Service
DFI Retail Group Holdings Limited
DHL Global Forwarding (Hong Kong) Limited
DKSH Hong Kong Limited
Goodwill Management Limited
Hang Lung Properties
Hong Kong Airlines
Hong Kong Business Aviation Centre
Hong Kong Housing Society (Property Management Division)
Hong Kong International Terminals Limited
Hong Yip Service Company Limited
Iterative Consultancy Service (HK) Limited
Kai Shing Management Services Limited
Kiu Lok Service Management Ltd.
LF Logistics (Hong Kong) Limited
Malayan Banking Berhad
Manulife International Limited
New Lantao Bus Co. (1973) Ltd.
Menzies CNAC Aviation Services Limited
Ocean Park
Round Media International Company Limited
SATS Gateway
Shanghai Commercial Bank
Sino Group
SUP Retail Limited
SW Hong Kong
Swire Resources Limited
Urban Group
Victorinox

Facilities

Accountancy and Finance Centre

Air TY Centre

Centre of Business Innovation

E Media Lab

Human Resource Assessment Centre

K Concept Studio

Retail Lab

Studio ONE

SHOW BOX

Sky Freight VR Workshop

EXP Theatre

E-commerce Learning Centre

Tmall Campus Training Centre

Aviation Services Workshop

Highlights

The 3rd KoL Competition

The Grand Final of the 3rd KOL Competition was successfully concluded on 29 January 2026. Dr Bernard CHAN Pak-li, the Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, served as the officiating guest who delivered a speech and presided over the opening ceremony. This year, the competition continued to receive title sponsorship and learning support from two leading e-commerce platforms, Tmall Campus Global Limited and HKTVmall. The Grand Final was held at the newly established E-Commerce Learning Centre at IVE Kwun Tong. For the first time, non-tangible products were introduced as the competition theme for the final round, enabling participants to explore emerging trends in e-commerce development using advanced facilities and industry-oriented learning resources.

HANG SENG BANK GO!GINGERONION x VTC Business Integrated Marketing Communication Campaign Competition 2024

VTC Business Discipline (BA), in collaboration with Hang Seng Bank, hosted the HANG SENG BANK GO!GINGERONION x VTC Business Integrated Marketing Communication Campaign Competition 2024. Over 200 BA students participated in the competition. A total of 47 proposals were received, and 6 teams were shortlisted to advance to the finals. Briefings were conducted for BA students to equip them with knowledge of banking products and provide tips for successfully planning integrated marketing campaigns. BA students also benefited from a visit to Hang Seng Bank headquarters, where they attended a research workshop and interacted with the staff. Adjudicators from Hang Seng Bank were impressed by the creative ideas presented by BA students during the final presentation. They look forward to the next round of collaborative projects to benefit more BA students.

Orbis Hong Kong Future Vision Leader 2025/26

Two IVE student teams from Higher Diploma in Business Administration and Management programme achieved remarkable results in the “Visionary Startup” Group of the Future Vision Leader 2025/26, earning the prestigious “Distinguished Impact Award”. The programme provides an opportunity for students to have in-depth interactions with startup CEOs to gain practical experiences, take online courses to acquire skills and knowledge closely aligned with market needs, and work in teams to jointly design innovative solutions that align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This year, the programme attracted over 330 students from 14 tertiary institutions, with a total of 25 business proposals submitted. All teams were required to be paired with CEOs of local corporations to further enhance their projects and business ideas before submitting a proposal. After several rounds of evaluation, three IVE student teams were among the eleven finalists. The IVE student teams finally received two awards for their outstanding performance.