Overview
Click to OpenThis program invites students with a major or minor in economics, international business management, business management, or marketing, or Chinese or Asian studies majors with an interest in China’s business environment, to study abroad in Shanghai. Gain an in-depth understanding of international business in China, the world’s second-largest economy. Classes are taught at CIEE Shanghai, in English, and complemented with co-curricular activities designed to increase intercultural understanding.
Unique experiences
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STUDY AT CIEE Shanghai
Located along the bank of the Liwa on the downtown Putuo campus of East China Normal University (ECNU), known as the “Garden University” for its beautifully landscaped grounds.
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REVIEW CASE STUDIES
from successful Western and Asian firms in China like Apple, KFC, Toyota, Haier, and Alibaba and become familiar with the key characteristics and implications of China’s rapidly developing consumer culture.
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SPEND A DAY AT THE BUND
Shanghai’s standout landmark with colonial-era buildings lining the Huángpǔ River, historic architecture and an endless array of restaurants, bars, shops and hotels.
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Cost to build Shanghai Disney theme park
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universities and colleges
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Location & Culture
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Your Destination
With a population of over 24 million people, Shanghai has seen massive development over the last two decades, and the new financial district of Pudong is home to some of the tallest skyscrapers in the world. There’s no better place to study international business or economics than Shanghai. Through the January Strategic Management program, your coursework will be complemented with excursions to key cultural and historical sites.
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Explore Chinese history and arts with visits to museums, art exhibitions, and plays.
- Gain hands-on cultural experience by learning Chinese cooking, calligraphy, martial arts, or mahjong.
- Compare and contrast Chinese and U.S. business practices and culture.
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HOUSING
Campus Residence Hall: Most participants will stay in the Campus Residence Hall with a CIEE student, a five-story facility located on the East China Normal University (ECNU) campus that has a lobby with 24-hour security and laundry facilities. There is a kitchen and bathrooms on each floor. This option pairs CIEE students with other CIEE students. Students can also opt for a Chinese roommate and stay in the ECNU Campus Residence Halls. Chinese roommates are required to speak only Chinese, so this option is recommended for students who wish to live in a more intensive Chinese-language environment while remaining nearby other program participants.
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MEALS
Meals are not included in this housing option and are the responsibility of the student. They are available in the campus cafeterias at a moderate price.
Shanghai, China Where You'll Study
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CIEE SHANGHAI
Shanghai, China
Academics
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During the January in Shanghai program, all students take a 3-credit course whose in-class work is augmented with co-curricular visits to the city’s rich variety of cultural institutions and organizations relevant to the course offering.
CIEE Shanghai is located on East China Normal University (ECNU)’s downtown Putuo campus and is known as the “Garden University” for its beautiful grounds by the Liwa River.
GPA
2.5
Language Prerequisites
There are no specific language requirements for this program.
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Program Requirements
All students take one 3-credit course.
Program Credit
Total credit: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits
Course Credit
CIEE courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Academic Culture
The program consists of three weeks of classes with an intensive orientation beforehand. The course is a full semester in content, so the pace is accelerated, and the workload is demanding. CIEE classes are designed to follow U.S. academic culture. Regular class attendance and participation is expected and required. Students will play an active role in their own education; group projects and interaction with fellow students and professors are expected.
Class Format
Courses taught at CIEE Shanghai are for CIEE students only. Courses are taught Monday through Friday. Attendance is strictly enforced both for classes and required co-curricular excursions. Students should expect an average of two hours of preparation required for each hour in class. Instruction is supported and augmented online by our learning management system, Canvas.
Grading
Assessment is based on the individual’s overall performance in the course, including essays, coursework, and final examinations or papers. Students must check with their professors to find out exam and project presentation dates. Under no circumstances will CIEE alter deadlines or exam dates for study abroad students who have made conflicting travel plans. The U.S. grading scale of A-F is used.
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Language of Instruction
English
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Courses
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Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Dates & Fees
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
What's Included
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Our Staff
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Dr. Steve Chao
Director
Steve is the Director of CIEE Shanghai and is responsible for all aspects of operations, including academic, student services, finance, local partnerships and government relations.
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Juan Zhang
Student Life Director
Juan Zhang is responsible for all aspects of student service, student activity administration, internship programs.
Get Started
Here's what you need to do to take the next steps:-
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START AN APPLICATION
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Contact Us
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