cityu_gao_676

What cityu_gao_676 does

City University of Macau is a private university headquartered in Taipa, Macau, founded in 1981 as the University of East Asia and renamed under its current brand in 2011 following a 'Rename, Restructure, Transform, Upgrade' strategic outline. The institution delivers undergraduate, master's, doctoral, diploma, and preparatory programs across nine core academic units: the Faculties of Business, Data Science, Finance, Humanities and Social Sciences, Health and Wellness, Innovation and Design, International Tourism and Management, plus the Schools of Education and Law. It also operates the International Training and Testing Center (ITTC) for IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, SAT, and ACT test administration, an Honors Class for high-achieving students, and multiple research institutes covering Portuguese-speaking countries, urban sustainability, smart tourism and gaming, applied linguistics, and cultural heritage conservation.

The university's technology stack centers on the TronClass learning management system for course enrollment and academic administration, Office 365 for staff and student communications, and an institutional repository hosted on cityu.metadata.net.cn. No proprietary AI products, public APIs, or SDKs are documented. The curriculum covers applied AI/ML topics within the MSc Financial Technology and the forthcoming Master of Management Analytics programs, but AI is taught rather than built or commercialized as a product.

City University of Macau generates revenue primarily through recurring tuition and program fees across its degree portfolio, supplemented by professional services revenue from IARFC-recognised financial consulting certificate courses (MOP 4,000-9,500 per course) and standardized test administration fees at the ITTC. Go-to-market is sales-led via a dedicated Admissions Office, multi-channel digital presence (Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Weibo, Youku, WeChat), and articulation partnerships with the University of Technology Sydney (4+1 BBA/BAE-to-master's pathway) and Boston University. The student customer base spans local Macau residents, mainland China, Hong Kong/Taiwan, and international markets, while industry partnerships with over 20 financial institutions (Bank of China, ICBC, China Guangfa Bank, Luso International Banking, BNU, Ping An Bank, China Life Insurance, China Taiping) provide placement pipelines and research collaboration rather than direct enterprise revenue.

Name

cityu_gao_676

Legal name

City University of Macau

Website

https://cityu.edu.mo

Company type

Private

Founded year

1981

Operating status

Operating

Short description

City University of Macau is a private university in Taipa, Macau, delivering undergraduate through doctoral programs across nine faculties plus professional certifications and standardized test administration through its ITTC, serving students in Macau, Greater Bay Area, mainland China, and international markets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Higher Education

NAICS

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (6113), Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools (61131)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Arts, Humanities & Creative Research Universities (EDAHABAG)

Keywords

• Higher education
• Undergraduate programs
• Postgraduate programs
• Professional certificates
• Research institutes

Headquarters

HQ city

Taipa

HQ country

Macao SAR China

HQ region

Asia

Offices8 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Program Fees: Revenue from undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral degree programs across multiple faculties including Business, Data Science, Finance, Humanities and Social Sciences, Health and Wellness, Innovation and Design, International Tourism and Management, Law, and Education.
2. Professional Certificate Programs: Revenue from professional development courses including Certified Financial Consultant (RFC) programs, financial planning certificates, and continuing education programs.
3. Test Administration Services: Revenue from administering international standardized tests including IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, SAT, ACT, and national tests.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

City University of Macau is a private university that delivers undergraduate, master's, doctoral, diploma, and preparatory academic programs across faculties including Business, Data Science, Finance, Humanities and Social Sciences, Health and Wellness, Innovation and Design, International Tourism and Management, Law, and Education. The institution also provides professional certificate programs (including IARFC-recognised financial consulting certificates), standardised test administration services, and academic pathway articulation programs with partner universities.

Product overview

City University of Macau operates as a multi-faculty university offering undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and professional certification programs across disciplines including business, finance, data science, health and wellness, humanities, law, tourism, and innovation. The institution's academic portfolio includes specialized programs such as the Master of Management Analytics (combining data analytics with business decision-making), Master of Business Administration (focused on Greater Bay Area leadership), Master of Science in Finance and Financial Technology programs, PhD in Finance, Bachelor of Applied Economics with Finance Elite Cohort, and the Faculty of Health and Wellness (established March 2024 as the world's first 'Great Health' named institution). The university also offers articulation pathways (e.g., UTS 4+1 program), professional certifications (IARFC financial consulting), short-term programs (Global Summer Institute), and utilizes the TronClass learning management system for academic delivery. The Faculty of Business holds BGA accreditation, while the Bachelor of Applied Economics is recognized by the CFA Institute University Affiliation Program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Master of Management Analytics (MMA) A postgraduate program integrating data analytics with managerial decision-making, designed to cultivate professionals who can combine analytical insights, business judgment, and leadership in data-driven environments. Features 9 compulsory modules, 2 professional electives, and a Project Report over two years.
• Master of Business Administration (MBA) Strategic business leadership program preparing graduates for the Greater Bay Area's dynamic economy, blending academic rigor with practical application with focus on Macau's role connecting China and Portuguese-speaking countries.
• Master of Science in Finance Finance master's program with modern finance focus, experiential learning as core teaching method, integration of industry, academia and research, emphasis on international and interdisciplinary perspectives, grounded in Greater Bay Area development.
• Master of Science in Financial Technology Comprehensive fintech program covering Python, blockchain finance, financial algorithms, algorithmic trading, AI in finance, machine learning, and big data analytics. Includes 10 compulsory courses, 3 electives, and thesis requirement.
• Doctor of Philosophy in Finance PhD program combining professional theory and skills training with academic guidance from diverse faculty. Includes 8 compulsory subjects (24 credits) and thesis (8 credits), focusing on Greater Bay Area financial institutions.
• Bachelor of Applied Economics: Finance Elite Cohort Premier four-year English-medium undergraduate program with small-class instruction, one-on-one mentorship, leadership training, experiential learning, and cross-cultural exposure. Emphasizes English proficiency and international finance preparation.
• Bachelor of Applied Economics (BAE) Undergraduate program equipping students with solid economic and financial knowledge and theory, with skills to solve real-world economic and financial problems. Recognized by CFA Institute University Affiliation Program since 2022.
• Faculty of Health and Wellness Programs Academic programs including Bachelor of Social Work, Master of Social Work, Master of Applied Psychology, PhD in Applied Psychology, and Smart Elderly Care and Health Management Master's. First 'Great Health' (大健康) named institution globally.
• Global Summer Institute (GSI) International summer program offering cross-cultural educational experiences for students.
• 4+1 Articulation Program with University of Technology Sydney (UTS) Accelerated pathway allowing eligible graduates from BAE or BBA programs to complete master's coursework at UTS in one academic year, with scholarship eligibility assessment.
• Professional Certificate in Financial Consulting (IARFC) Professional certification program in collaboration with International Association of Registered Financial Consultants (IARFC), enabling RFC designation for experienced financial professionals. Includes personal financial planning, taxation, investment, and case study modules.
• International Training and Testing Center (ITTC) Standardised Tests Administration of international standardised tests including IELTS, TOEFL, TOEIC, SAT, ACT, and national tests, available to candidates through the university's International Training and Testing Center.

Quantifiable outcome

• Economics ranked #1 in Macau with Global Top 300+ in 2025 GRAS (ShanghaiRanking)
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

18 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Bank of China Macau BranchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry partnership for Finance Faculty providing industry-academia-research collaboration, internship opportunities, and joint research activities.
• Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Macau) LimitedcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMajor banking partner for Finance Faculty industry collaboration and student development programs.
• China Guangfa Bank Macau BranchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for industry-academia-research collaboration in finance education.
• Luso International Banking Ltd.coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint research collaboration including co-authored reports on crypto assets and offshore bond market development. Active partner in industry-academia initiatives.
• Banco Nacional Ultramarino (BNU)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for industry-academia-research collaboration in finance sector.
• CFA InstitutecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUniversity Affiliation Program for Bachelor of Applied Economics covering CFA Program Candidate Body of Knowledge.
• International Association of Registered Financial Consultants (IARFC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIARFC recognized courses leading to RFC (Registered Financial Consultant) certification offered through the university.
• Business Graduate Association (BGA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBGA accreditation for Faculty of Business demonstrating program quality and impact.
• University of Technology SydneycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor4+1 articulation program allowing students to complete BBA at CityU and master's at UTS in one academic year.
• University of CoimbraminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic exchange and collaboration partner in Portugal.
• Shandong UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic collaboration partner in mainland China.
• Shanghai University of International Business and EconomicsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic exchange and research collaboration partner.
• Shenzhen UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic collaboration partner in Greater Bay Area.
• Xiangtan UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcademic exchange and collaboration partner.
• The Silk-Road Entrepreneurship Education NetworkminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational network for entrepreneurship education aligned with Belt and Road initiative.
• Ping An BankcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerIndustry partnership for finance education and research collaboration.
• China Life Insurance (Overseas) Macau BranchcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for insurance sector collaboration and talent development.
• China Taiping Insurance MacaucoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInsurance industry partnership for research and education collaboration.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCpNuq5WG42_CHpfkzpdNZsA/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/City-University-of-Macau-%E6%BE%B3%E9%96%80%E5%9F%8E%E5%B8%82%E5%A4%A7%E5%AD%B8-237059839691629
• Instagraminstagram.com/cityuofmacau

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries24 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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