One of world's dearest degree, at HK$960,000, will see students study in Italy, the US and HK

Lo Wei wei.lo@scmp.com

Three business bachelor degrees from three universities from three continents in four years - that is the offer in a new programme. But students, or their parents, will need deep pockets as the price tag is HK$960,000, almost twice the price of an MBA programme.

Those taking part will study at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), Bocconi University in Italy, and the University of Southern California for at least a year and get a degree from each.

Recruitment for the initial intake of 45 students for the World Bachelor in Business programme - the first of its kind and probably the most expensive undergraduate course yet - involves candidates worldwide. Hong Kong students will get no government aid.

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