Master of International Business (MIB)

You have chosen to enrich your academic knowledge and gain new experiences by studying in MIB program at ACEM!

The program of Master of International Business (MIB) intends to create a community of diverse culture, and aims to train and develop talented students to have a comprehensive understanding of global business and a deep insight into China’s dynamic business environment as well as knowledge about China’s history, culture, law, and policy. Meanwhile, we encourage and facilitate the students to approach and practice in the Chinese industries so that upon graduation they are equipped with both advanced knowledge and practical sense of doing business in China.

Program Features

Curriculum

MIB curriculum is designed exclusively for international students who are interested in both international business and Chinese economy.

• Seminars: Regularly invited talks from scholars and business elites.
• Study tour: In the second semester, there will be a study tour for students to visit.
• culturally significant cities in China.

Support from Thesis Supervisor

Starting from the second semester, MIB students will get supervision from a designated faculty member for their thesis.

Exchange Opportunities

MIB students have the chance to join an exchange program in the third semester. To broaden the view of students, we suggest students select a country/region other than his/her home country.

Industrial Contact

SJTU established good partnership with many enterprises. ACEM provides the students with various opportunities to contact the industries, including workshops, company visits, internship preparation, and career development consultancy, etc.

Extracurricular Activities

• Culture Class: Paper-cutting, Chinese Calligraphy, Clay-modeling, Tea-making, Zen-meditation.
• Culture Tour: One-day excursions around the city.
• Chat with Dean: Dean or Associate Dean will talk with the students about study, life, and career plans over lunch, coffee or dinner.
• Keep Fit: Hiking in the city, Taijiquan (shadow-boxing).
• Party: Christmas/New year party.

Degree Requirements

To obtain a Master’s degree from the SJTU, MIB students must fulfill all of the following requirements:

• Get at least 32 credits required by the MIB program, including 18 credits compulsory courses;
• Accumulate a final GPA of 2.0 or more for specified courses;
• Participate in an intern project lasting for 10 weeks or longer, or substitute it with an exchange experience delegated by ACEM;
• Submit a required master thesis and pass the oral defense.

Schedule

MIB is a 2-year program. Major activities are scheduled as followed.

1st semester

• Courses

2nd semester

• Courses
• Study Tour
• Thesis Outline Submission

3rd semester

• Internship
• International Exchange
• Thesis Proposal
• Thesis Progress Review

4th semester

• Thesis Panel Review
• Thesis Defense

The study period for master students is generally no more than 3 years starting from the first day of registration as a student of SJTU.

Entry Requirements

Qualification of Applicants

Non-Chinese citizen. Not currently registered in SJTU at the same degree level. Healthy both physically and mentally. Outstanding academic performance and potentiality. Having obtained a Bachelor's degree or equivalent. IELTS: ≥ 6.0; or TOEFL: ≥ 575(PBT), ≥ 90 (iBT). Applicants with GMAT(Program code 6QS-5C-35) or GRE(Program Code 7141) will be preferred.

Native English speaker or the applicants with bachelor degrees in native English nations can be waived from English requirement. GMAT or GRE is optional.

Miscellaneous

Application Deadline

From Dec 1, 2016, to May 31, 2017.

Shanghai Jiao Tong University Antai College of Economics and Management

Shanghai Jiao Tong University Antai College of Economics and Management is widely recognized as one of China's leading business colleges. Rated 34th among global MBA programs in 2017 by the Financial Times, the Antai MBA is the first MBA program in China to be triple-accredited by AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA. Antai is located in the heart of Shanghai, China undisputed business capital, and is consistently ranked among the Top business schools in China. Antai offers both a full-time international MBA (IMBA) and part-time MBA programs in Chinese.

Antai’s IMBA features classes taught completely in English while offering weekly Chinese classes. Our professors are respected experts in their fields, and hail from top universities and corporations from around the world, providing an international perspective with a focus on China, integrating relevant elements of Chinese culture and knowledge. Students also come from a variety of countries, enabling a truly global interactive environment.

Academic clubs, MBA Forums, and an extensive alumni network provide regular opportunities for students to expand their network and learn about current business issues in China. Our Career Development Center provides students with career guidance and opportunities for internships and full-time employment, based on students' interests and backgrounds.

Established in 1896, Shanghai Jiao Tong University has become widely recognized as one of the most famous institutions of higher education in China. The University has cultivated many outstanding figures such as Jiang Ze Ming (the former President of China) and Qian Xue Seng (Chinese distinguished rocket scientist), and a multitude of distinguished leading Chinese entrepreneurs and innovators.