Bachelor of Applied Economics graduates from MUST School of Business excel and secure admissions to global renowned universities

Offers received:

The University of Hong Kong

Graduation message:

Reshape cognition in the academic hall led by teachers and elders. The most unforgettable were those low points. The sincerity and encouragement from friends were like a warm current, giving me the strength to move forward in the narrow alley.

Macau has witnessed my transformation from naivety to tenacity. I cherish all the uncertainties and struggles, for they are the inevitable path to inner growth. Thank the never-give-up flame deep in my heart, and also thank the self that has always been firm and never retreated. Once I thought graduation was far away, but now we have to go our separate ways to the mountains and seas. May our journey be filled with blooming flowers and everything go smoothly.

Offers received:

Nanyang Technological University, London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, University of Melbourne, University of Sydney

Graduation message:

As I look back on my college years in Macau, these days have been one of the most precious parts of my life. In university, I have gained professional knowledge and learned to see the complicated world rationally. Additionally, I am sincerely thankful to my professors for their guidance and my friends for their company and encouragement, which helped me get through tough times and bravely keep moving forward.

I believe that graduation is not the end, but a new start. With what I have learned in Macau and my teachers’ blessings, I will strive forward to embrace a more colorful future.

Offers received:

The London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London

Graduation message:

For me, the greatest significance of my four years at university lies not merely in completing a stage of study, but in undergoing a genuine process of self-reinvention. As a student who was admitted as a sports talent, my National College Entrance Examination results were not outstanding, and I had never imagined that I would one day embark on an academic path, let alone have the opportunity to pursue further study at the world’s top universities. It was the outstanding peer environment at MUST the rigorous and responsible professors, and the internationalized platform that allowed me to grow freely here and gradually transform the direction of my life. It enabled me to become someone who can understand myself clearly, identify my own needs, efficiently integrate information, and formulate the best possible strategies. In a sense, it was only after coming to MUST that I truly began to take the initiative to shape my own life.

I am grateful to MUST for providing me with the soil in which to grow and the pathway to move upward. I am also grateful for this experience, which has given me the ability to understand myself more clearly and to choose my future with greater clarity.

Offers received:

London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, Nanyang Technological University, University of Manchester

Graduation message:

Looking back on my university years, the most meaningful part has been the growth gained through continuous exploration. As an Applied Economics student, I learned to understand the world from a more rational perspective, using hypotheses and empirical verification to identify patterns in reality. From building models to working with real data, I gradually developed a structured way of thinking. The excitement of obtaining regression results in Stata and interpreting them meaningfully made me realize the power of economic analysis in explaining real-world phenomena. These moments of discovery strengthened my academic interest and made learning genuinely rewarding. University life offered me not only knowledge, but also a deeper understanding of society and of myself.

I am sincerely grateful to my teachers for their patient guidance and encouragement. Their support in class and thoughtful feedback in research helped me refine my ideas and approach problems with greater confidence. Beyond academics, participating in student activities and helping others brought a strong sense of connection and fulfillment. Learning alongside my peers and supporting one another made this journey especially meaningful.

Graduation is not an ending, but a new beginning. As we move forward, may we carry with us what we have learned and the confidence we have built. I wish my teachers and classmates success and happiness in the journeys ahead. May we step into bright futures, and may the memories of these years continue to guide and inspire us.

Offers received:

University of Pennsylvania, Duke University, New York University, Johns Hopkins University (partial scholarship), University of California, San Diego (partial scholarship)

Graduation message:

Looking back at the age of twenty-two, I realize that the expectations and desires I had when I entered school have all come true. During these four years, I stood on my parents’ shoulders and witnessed the wonderful world; I discussed academic truths with passionate and sincere teachers; in countless dark moments, I was rescued by the love of my friends. The days on the island were rich and fulfilling, and along the way, someone pulled me, someone pushed me, someone accompanied me. It was unforgettable and I am forever grateful. I cherish all the difficulties and confusion, knowing that this is the necessary path for growth. The unwavering determination is the inner drive that has brought me here, and I am also grateful to the self that has always faced the sun and been brave. I once thought that graduation was far away, but suddenly, we were all going our separate ways. May we, on our new journey in life, wherever our steps lead, it will be scenery; wherever our hearts point, it will be a smooth path.

Offers received:

Columbia University, Johns Hopkins University, University of Southern California, University College London

Graduation message:

My time at MUST has been one of the most precious chapters of my youth. It witnessed my growth and carried countless moments of hard work, laughter, and gratitude. Macau is small – small enough to be roughly explored in a day – yet it is also vast. With its airport, ferry terminals, and stations, this city allowed MUST to become my springboard to a wider world. Here, I met many hardworking classmates and learned different ways to broaden the path of my life. For the first time, I truly understood that we should never set limits on ourselves, and I came to appreciate the joy of growth and achievement. I am grateful to my teachers for their guidance, to my classmates for their companionship, and to myself for every moment of persistence and growth. I still remember singing the school song in my freshman year: “With the spirit of youth, we brave the waters of Haojiang.” May that youthful spirit in every student’s heart never fade. May our alma mater continue to flourish and may we all have a bright future.

Offers received:

Hong Kong University, London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, University of Manchester

Graduation message:

These four years of university have left me with irreplaceable precious memories and invaluable experiences that will last a lifetime. Looking back, I have gained sincere friendships forged side by side, a persevering and diligent character, and a peaceful, steady mindset.

As a student of economics, I have learned to use assumptions to build frameworks and employ verification to explore the laws underlying reality. The confusion and uncertainty I once faced when confronting complex phenomena have gradually been replaced, through this training, by clearer logic and a more composed attitude.

From the depths of my heart, I thank MUST for providing me with a solid academic foundation and an atmosphere of humanistic inclusivity. May we all carry the courage bestowed by our growth, set out towards our respective horizons, and reunite at the pinnacle of our futures.

Offers received:

London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, National University of Singapore

Graduation message:

Four years ago, I stepped onto MUST campus as a freshman in Applied Economics. Macro and micro felt so hard back then. Time flew. I am grateful to study in our AACSB-accredited business school. I remember library nights figuring out models with classmates, and professors who taught us to see the real world through data. Thank you for opening the door to economics. But MUST was more than studying. Late nights doing presentations, food trips with roommates, student activities – these made my days here. We got through tough exams together. Now many classmates are heading abroad for further study. Parting is hard. Thank you for four years that shaped us. Thank you, Macau, for your warmth. Wherever we go, I wish us all bright futures.

Offers received:

Columbia University, Duke University, Johns Hopkins University, New York University

Graduation message:

May this period of time never fade from memory. Our paths crossed briefly, and I will always cherish this encounter. I am grateful to the school for providing this platform, thankful for the support and assistance from my family and teachers, and grateful for the company and help of my friends.

Over these four years, I have learned to view the world more rationally and have gradually come to face anxiety, stress, and competition with a calmer, more composed attitude. I always tell myself to focus on improving myself, not on proving myself. May we have a determined mindset; no obstacle is insurmountable.

To all those who lit the way for me when my life was shrouded in twilight, my deepest gratitude.

Offers received:

Cornell University, University of Pennsylvania, Duke University, Brown University, Johns Hopkins University, The University of Hong Kong, University of Southern California, University of California

Graduation message:

Four years have passed in a flash. My time at MUST has been a journey not only of academic accumulation, but also of character development and intellectual growth. I am truly grateful to the university for its rigorous academic atmosphere and broad platform, which have allowed me to deepen my knowledge in my major and grow through practice and exploration. The guidance of my teachers and the encouragement of my fellow students have been the most valuable nourishment for my youth.

As I graduate, I carry with me sincere gratitude and will always cherish the education I have received. Wherever I go in the future, I will stay grounded, humble, and motivated, living up to the expectations placed in me.

May MUST continue to thrive and achieve greater glory!

Offers received:

National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University

Graduation message:

At the close of every journey, we are often drawn back to where it began. For me, my years at MUST have been a chapter of growth shaped by exploration, companionship, and quiet transformation. The inspiration found in learning, the moments shared with others, and the gradual clarity about the future have become the most treasured memories of my university life.

The openness and diversity of Macau gave this journey its distinctive spirit, teaching me to see the world with a broader vision and to move forward with greater conviction.

A graduation gown carries both memory and promise. May we go forth with the passion, courage, and strength we found at MUST. And may Macau University of Science and Technology continue to flourish and shine with ever greater brilliance.

Offers received:

National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University

Graduation message:

Standing at the intersection of graduation and looking back, in the past four years of undergraduate time, I have learned not only how to analyze the world, but also how to stay awake in the face of complex information and find logic in the ever-changing world. After studying and training in the Applied Economics course, I was taught that finding order in the hustle and blood and analyzing cause and effect among variables is such a fun thing. I would like to thank the teachers for their patient guidance over the past four years, which allowed me to see the rigor and humility of true scholars. In every discussion and encouragement, it helped me build confidence step by step, broaden my perspective on problems, and allow me to expand my boundaries more calmly.

This was the very first page, not where the story line ends. I hope that with the thinking and courage accumulated in the university, we will move towards the next journey more smoothly. The road ahead is broad, and I hope that this time can become a source of confidence on the road forward in the future, and it will still be a brilliant journey in the future.

Offers received:

University College London, Johns Hopkins University, Nanyang Technological University, University of Southern California

Graduation message:

Four years ago, from school to hall I came,

With hope and vision, bearing youth’s small flame.

I found new friends, a wider world to see,

And learned how commerce shapes humanity.

No brilliant triumphs mark these years I leave –

Yet none were freer, none so joyed to live.

Here my core values took their quiet form:

What I believe, how I perceive, what I perform.

I came with suitcase, dreams, and eager mind –

I leave with suitcase, memory left behind.

May every graduate’s path be bright,

May my alma mater rise in light,

And may this world, in peace and gain,

One lasting, vast prosperity sustain.

Offers received:

Nanyang Technological University

Graduation message:

Four years have flown by in the blink of an eye. As my undergraduate journey at the School of Business, MUST, comes to a successful close, my heart is filled with gratitude and a fervent anticipation for what lies ahead. I owe this journey, first and foremost, to my parents for their constant support. These four years were more than just an academic pursuit; they were a period of meticulous cultivation by my university. I feel truly privileged to have encountered such distinguished professors and wonderful classmates. Every meeting and experience have become a precious memory, making my time here feel both warm and fulfilling.

This experience did more than just solidify my foundation in business studies. It sharpened my research abilities and, more importantly, shaped my own worldview and independent thinking. I have learned much and grown much. Now, carrying these lessons and memories, I step into the next phase of life with greater confidence. Though parting is bittersweet, the path ahead is long and bright. I wish all my classmates the fulfillment of your desires – may your future be as vibrant as blooming flowers. I hope our university continues to prosper and its graduates flourish everywhere. To our younger schoolmates: keep chasing the light and embrace your own brilliant future. In the end, I wish us all a life of freedom and romance.

Offers received:

University College London

Graduation message:

Four years at university came to an end before I even realized it. Looking back, this journey was not defined by just a few unforgettable moments. Instead, it was built little by little through countless ordinary, quiet, and even difficult days. Through repeated attempts and failures, I gradually learned how to face challenges and how to keep moving forward in times of uncertainty. These four years have given me not only knowledge, but also a way of facing life. I slowly came to realize that many distant goals cannot be achieved through brief passion alone. What I can truly rely on is never luck, but the perseverance to keep going day after day. For this reason, I have come to believe more deeply in the saying, “Great mountains are made from every handful of earth, and vast seas are formed from every drop of water.” Here, I would like to thank my university for all it has given me, my teachers for their patience and guidance, and my friends for their companionship along the way. The road ahead is still long, and there may still be confusion and challenges. But I have always believed that as long as we keep moving forward with determination, time will eventually write the answers on the road we have traveled.

Offers received:

Columbia University, University of Pennsylvania, Cornell University, Johns Hopkins University (with partial scholarship)

Graduation message:

Standing at the threshold of graduation, as I look back on my four years at MUST, my heart is filled with gratitude and a sense of reluctance to say goodbye. This journey from Macau to New York, spanning mountains and oceans, would not have been possible without the support and nurturing of my alma mater. I still remember when I first entered the Applied Economics program, my understanding of the future was rather vague. It was at MUST that I first felt the pulse of economics – from micro-level rational decision-making to the macro-level global landscape. Concepts that once seemed abstract became vivid and tangible through the guidance of my professors. What I cherish most is the broad platform MUST provided for exploration. Here, I had the opportunity to participate in academic seminars and engage with cutting-edge ideas. Through group projects, I learned the value of teamwork. Through academic writing, I sharpened my critical thinking. Today, as I receive offers from Ivy League universities, what I want to say most is that it was the guidance of my professors that helped me discover my passion, and it was this fertile ground that nurtured my dreams. I am deeply grateful to my alma mater, to every professor in the School of Business, and to all my mentors and peers.