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One-Year Master Degree

Programs

IGPAE IGPAE International Graduate Program in APPLIED ECONOMICS

IGPF IGPF International Graduate Program in FINANCE

IGPIBIGPIBInternational Graduate Program in INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

IGPID IGPID International Graduate Program in INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

University of International Business and Economics对外经济贸易大学

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Program of StudyThe International Graduate Programs may be completed within one year. The minimum length of stay in the Program is one calendar year, and the maximum time for completion of a master’s degree is within three years. This time limit is counted from the time students enter the graduate program, regardless of any leave of absence taken. There is no thesis requirement for the program. However, students can choose to complete a thesis, which is equivalent to 6 credits of elective courses. The graduation ceremony is held once a year in June and the Master’s degrees are conferred twice a year in June and December.

Courses in other Master’s programsInternational Graduate Students are permitted to take up to 16 credits, i.e., three sessions, at the 500 level, from other Master level courses offered by SITE in a related discipline, with permissions from a Program Director of the International Graduate Program.

Program Highlight

- All Intentional Graduate Programs taught in English

- A Global Classroom Course offered by Prof. Jeffrey Sachs, the Earth Institute at Columbia University.

- Directed Research involved working one-on-one with a SITE faculty member.

- Free Chinese Mandarin Class and Tutorials

SITE offers international programs of study leading to Master’s degrees in International Graduate Programs in Applied Economics (IGPAE), International Graduate Program in International Business (IGPIB), International Graduate Program in International Development (IGPID) and a new program, International Graduate Program in Finance (IGPF).

INTERNATIONAL GRADUCATE PROGRAMS by SITE 国际经济贸易学院

Conditional Offer A conditional offer means that there are conditions an applicant must satisfy in order to receive the Master of Economics. If applicants have received a conditional offer, this will be noted in the details of the “Offer of Admission” letter. An applicant with no intermediate-level Micro-, Macro- and Econometrics experience, and University level courses in calculus, accounting and statistics may be conditionally accepted. For those with deficiencies, the normal procedure is for the student to take qualifying courses to eliminate the deficiencies in one or two sessions. Credits taken to fulfill the requirements of the qualifying courses shall not be used for credit for the degree requirement of 37 credits.

Program Requirements Details of requirement Course offered

Core courses IB501 International Business Environment (3 credits)(12 credits) IB502 Economic Foundation of Business Studies (3 credits) IB503 International Business Theory (3 credits) Fall sessions IB504 Global strategy Management (3 credits) Spring sessions

Field courses IB510 International Trade Practice (3 credits) (5 credits) IB520 International Financial Markets (3 credits) IB530 International Marketing (3 credits) One of the above field courses plus a two-credit course which relates to the field course. Spring sessions Elective courses Elective courses (20 credits) or(20 credits) Elective courses (14 credits)+Thesis (6 credits) or Elective courses (16 credits)+Internship (4 credits) or Elective courses (10 credits)+Internship (4 credits)+Thesis (6 credits) All sessions

Non-credit Chinese Classes CH590 Introductory Chinese Mandarin CH591 Intermediate Chinese Mandarin CH592 Advanced Chinese Mandarin All sessions

Total Required Credits 37 credits

International Graduate Program in International BusinessEach student in IGPIB must complete 37 graduate credits of course work: 12 credits in four core courses, 5 credits of two field courses and 20 credits of elective courses. Students who complete all required course work with grades above 60 on a 100 scale will receive a Master’s degree in International Business. Students who finish only part of required course work may be issued a course certificate.

IGPI

B

International Graduate Program inFinanceEach student in IGPF must complete 37 graduate credits of course work: 12 credits in four core courses, 5 credits of two field courses and 20 credits of elective courses. Students who complete all required course work with grades above 60 on a 100 scale will receive a Master’s degree in Finance. Students who finish only part of required course work may be issued a course certificate.


Core courses AE501 Microeconomic Theory (4 credits)(12 credits) FI501 Theory of Finance (2 credits) FI503 Financial Econometrics (4 credits) Fall sessions FI500 Financial Accounting (2 credits) Spring Session

Field courses AE520 Corporate Finance (3 credits)(5 credits) AE522 Financial Economics (3 credits) One of the above field courses plus a two-credit course which relates to the field course. Spring session

Elective Courses Elective courses (20 credits) or (20 credits) Elective courses (14 credits)+Thesis (6 credits) or Elective courses (16 credits)+Internship (4 credits) or Elective courses (10 credits)+Internship (4 credits)+Thesis (6 credits) All sessions

FREE Non-credit CH590 Introductory Chinese Mandarin Chinese Mandarin Classes CH591 Intermediate Chinese Mandarin CH592 Advanced Chinese Mandarin All sessions

Total required credits 37 credits

IGPF


International Graduate Program inInternational DevelopmentEach student in IGPID must complete 37 graduate credits of course work: 12 credits in three core courses, 5 credits of two field courses and 20 credits of elective courses. Students who complete all required course work with grades above 60 on a 100 scale will receive a Master’s degree in International Development. Students who finish only part of required coursework may be issued a course certificate.

Program Requirements Details of requirement Course Offered

Core courses ID501 Economic Foundation of Development Studies (4 credits)(12 credits) ID502 Development Economics (4 credits) ID503 Quantitative Analysis in Social Sciences (4 credits) Fall sessions

Field courses ID510 International Trade and Development (3 credits) (5 credits) ID520 International Cooperation and Development (3 credits) One of the above field courses plus a two-credit course which relates to the field course. Spring sessions

Elective courses Elective courses (20 credits) or(20 credits) Elective courses (14 credits)+Thesis (6 credits) or Elective courses (16 credits)+Internship (4 credits) or Elective courses (10 credits)+Internship (4 credits)+Thesis (6 credits) All sessions

Non-credit Chinese Classes CH590 Introductory Chinese Mandarin CH591 Intermediate Chinese Mandarin CH592 Advanced Chinese Mandarin All sessions Total Required Credits 37 credits

IGPI

D

- An applicant must have completed or must be in the final year of completing a four-year or Honors Degree in an undergraduate program.

- Two reference letters from academic advisors or instructors. If applicants have working experience with the outstanding performance, the letters from supervisors will be acceptable.

- Enclose one official copy of your academic transcript in a signed and sealed (institutional) envelope.

- Proficiency in English is necessary. All applications must satisfy the Proficiency in English in One of the following: TOEFL iBT (internet based) test result of at least 86 points: TOEFL (computer based) test result of at least 213 points: TOEFL (paper based) test result of at least 550 points: IELTS test result of 6.0 with a minimum of 6.0 in each band score. This requirement does not apply to an applicant who has studied for at least two years at, or received a degree from a college or university which instruction language was English.

- Other than academic qualification, applicants may want to demonstrate that they possess the necessary learning ability to succeed in the program. For instance, job experience, activities, and etc.

Please note that the possession of the minimum entrance requirements does not guarantee that every qualified applicant will be offered admission. The Graduate Admissions Committee takes several factors into consideration in assessing the eligibility of an applicant for admission into the program.

ADMISSIONSApplicationThe Faculty normally admits students to commence in the fall session. However, the Faculty may consider applicants to commence in the spring session.

Required Documents Include:· Application Fee* CN ¥660

· International Students Application Form

· An Official copy of your Academic Transcript

· Two Reference letters from two academic advisors or instructors

· Letter of Guardian (one of parents or relatives)

· A Copy of Guardian’s Passport

· A Copy of Your Passport or other Identification

· Two passport size photographs

· Application for Residence on Campus (optional)

· Curriculum Vitae (optional)

· TOEFL/IELTS or certification from the institution awarding your most recent degree confirming the language of instruction is English.

*No cash accepted by mail, submit a copy of payment receipt.

Deadlines Fall session: June 30Spring session: October 15

What next? If applicants receive an “Offer of Admission” by email and wish to accept, they will need to send a CN ¥5000 non-refundable deposit. The deposit is required upon acceptance of the offer of admission to the International Graduate Program. This deposit will be applied to your first term Tuition fee. Upon receipt of the deposit, the admission office will mail the Admissions Notice and JW202 for a Chinese visa. For the details including methods of payment, please visit the website at http://site.uibe.edu.cn/site or by email at [email protected].

IGPA

E


Core courses AE501 Microeconomic Theory (4 credits) (12 credits) AE502 Macroeconomic Analysis (4 credits) AE503 Econometrics (4 credits) Fall sessions

Field courses AE510 International Trade Theory (3 credits) or(5 credits) AE520 Corporate Finance (3 credits) or AE530 Industrial Organization (3 credits) One of the above field courses plus a two-credit course which relates to the field course. Spring sessions

Elective Courses Elective courses (20 credits) or(20 credits) Elective courses (14 credits)+Thesis (6 credits) or Elective courses (16 credits)+Internship (4 credits) or Elective courses (10 credits)+Internship (4 credits)+Thesis (6 credits) All sessions

Non-credit Chinese Classes CH590 Introductory Chinese Mandarin CH591 Intermediate Chinese Mandarin CH592 Advanced Chinese Mandarin All sessions

Total Required Credits 37 credits

International Graduate Program in Applied EconomicsEach student in IGPAE must complete 37 graduate credits of course work: 12 credits in three core courses, 5 credits of two field courses and 20 credits of elective courses. Students who complete all required course work with grades above 60 on a 100 scale will receive a Master’s degree in Applied Economics. Students who finish only part of required course work may be issued a course certificate.


One-year tuition fee: CN ¥99,160 (max. 37 credits)

Importantly, International Graduate students are required to pay the Program fee CN ¥99,160 at the first registration period or at least CN ¥50,000 at the first registration period and the rest of amount at the second registration period. Tuition Payments finalize the registrations at UIBE and the Payments are due and payable at the time of registration period of each term; and the living expenses, cost of class materials and required software are not included in the cost of tuition.

Note that Tuition fees of re-take courses and undergraduate courses are charged on a credit basis, not included in the International graduate Program Fee.

Program costThe University reserves the right to change tuition, late registration fees and refund policies without notice. Tuition fees are usually reviewed in the spring of each year. For the incoming students, tuition fees are charged on a per-credit basis. The rate for each credit is CN ¥2680.

Academic Calendars: 2009/2010 & 2010/2011There are three terms in one calendar year: fall, spring and summer terms. Fall and spring consist of fifteen weeks of normal classes and a summer term consisting of 7 weeks of classes.

Academic Calendar for 2009/2010

Fall Orientation: August 31, 2009

Math Review Week: August 31-September 4, 2009

Fall Session: September 7-December 18, 2009

Spring Orientation: February 22, 2010

Spring Session: February 22-May 28, 2010

Summer Session: May 31-July 16, 2010

Academic Calendar for 2010/2011

Fall Orientation: August 30, 2010

Math Review Week: August 30- September 3, 2010

Fall Session: September 6-December 17, 2010

Spring Orientation: February 21, 2011

Spring Session: February 21-May 27, 2011

Summer Session: May 30-July 15, 2011

Calculating Your Expenses The first step in financial planning is getting an accurate calculation for your costs. If you are planning to study the International Graduate programs at SITE, you should expect to budget about ¥162,160 for an academic year.

Tuition fees ¥99,160 Chinese Yuan

On-campus (Double room in residence, includes meal) ¥28,000 Chinese Yuan

Off-campus living (Estimate based on ten months rent, one bedroom,shared kitchen/bath. Includes food and transportation) ¥25,000 Chinese Yuan

Books and Supplies & Personal Expenses (Laundry, entertainment, haircuts, pocket money) ¥10,000 Chinese Yuan

Approximate cost for one academic year ¥162,160 Chinese Yuan

Calculating your Expenses for one academic calendar (September 2008- July 2009)

Living ArrangementA variety of housing is available on the campus which is within walking distance of the classrooms. Information on the international student dormitories can be obtained from the Admissions Office, University of International Business and Economics, Beijing China 100029, Website at: www.uibe.cn, Email: [email protected], Tel: +86 (10) 6449 2329/2324, and/or Fax: +86 (10) 6449 3820.

Campus ToursAnyone interested in going on a campus tour should contact the Office of International Students and Scholars at +86 (10) 6449-2003 or email at [email protected].

The campus tours are also available on the website at http://site.uibe.edu.cn/site.

Chinese Government ScholarshipsThe Ministry of Education of China provides scholarships for international students. Applicants should apply to the competent authority in their home countries, relevant organization, or Chinese diplomatic missions for Scholarships between February and April. Please contact the Department of International Cooperation and Exchange of Ministry of Education of China which takes charge of the official approval of the scholarships. You can also check the information on the website at www.csc.edu.cn.

Beijing Scholarships

This is a new scholarship for international graduate programs in Beijing. The scholarship can cover 50% of the tuition, and the deadline is March 20. For the details, please contact the Admissions Office by email at [email protected] or by calling at + 86 (10) 6449-2329.

SITE Scholarships

The SITE scholarship is awarded biannually to two outstanding students enrolled in the International Graduate Program at SITE who have shown excellence in the study of Applied Economics and in the study of International Business. For more details, visit the website at http://site.uibe.edu.cn/site.

UIBE Scholarships

The UIBE scholarship is awarded annually to a student enrolled in the International Graduate Program at UIBE who has shown excellence in their Master’s degree studies. For more details, visit the website at www.uibe.cn.

SCHOLARSHIPS

One-Year Master Degree

Programs

IGPAE IGPAE International Graduate Program in APPLIED ECONOMICS

IGPF IGPF International Graduate Program in FINANCE

IGPIBIGPIBInternational Graduate Program in INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS

IGPID IGPID International Graduate Program in INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

University of International Business and Economics对外经济贸易大学



University of Intentional Business and Economics (UIBE) is situated in the Northeastern part of Beijing’s Chaoyang District. The University is about 20 km away from the Beijing International Airport. By taxi cab from the Airport, the fare is about 75 Yuan (including 10 Yuan tolls). Several bus companies provide shuttle service at the airport; the shuttle fare is about 20 Yuan. Students also can use the University’s pick-up service, which costs about 150 Yuan. To book the Airport Pick-Up service, please contact us by email at [email protected].

UIBE students enjoy convenient public transportation service. A number of bus lines ( Bus number 62, 119, 201, 361, 379, 406, 419, 422, 479,.602,. 674, 684, and 984) and the subway lines (Line 10 &13 at 芍药居 Shaoyaoju station, and Line 5 at 惠新西街南口 Huixinxijienankou station) run close to the Campus that students can easily switch to buses covering almost all of Beijing.

Location & Transportation N

Please direct any inquires to:

Jane Lee Office of International Students and Scholars

School of International Trade and Economics University of International Business and Economics Boxue Building #110910 Huixin Dong Jie, Chaoyang District Beijing ChinaPostal Code: 100029

Phone: +86 (10) 6449-2003Fax: +86 (10) 6449-3220 Email: [email protected] [email protected]://site.uibe.edu.cn/site

Carol Yang SongAdmissions Office

School of International EducationUniversity of International Business and Economics Huibin Building #10310 Huixin Dong Jie, Chaoyang DistrictBeijing ChinaPostal Code: 100029

Phone: +86 (10) 6449-2329/2327Fax: +86 (10) 6449-3820 E-mail: [email protected]

Beijing International Airport

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