MBA in China: The New Trend
Given the severity of the global financial downturn, many would still argue that the Chinese economy will be a dominating force well into the future. As such, an increasing number of Western business students are getting their MBA's in China, not only to increase their knowledge of this dynamic economy, but also to expand the marketability of their skills, particularly amongst multi-national firms.
MBA students are challenged to find out which university is right for them. How long is each program? What city are they located in? And very importantly, what new knowledge will they gain?
An interesting example of an MBA program in China is offered by Hult International Business School. Hult's MBA in China is based in Shanghai, a key city in China's ascendancy as an economic superpower. Known as the "Pearl of the Orient," Shanghai is a juxtaposition of modernity and ancient Asian culture, and Hult's MBA program gets to the heart of what makes this vibrant city and economy tick. The program is led by professors and native Chinese staff, and dives deep into issues such as the Asian marketplace, international business practices and management across cultures. It takes students on company visits to local and multinational businesses based in Shanghai, and on excursions to the fascinating and booming cities of Hangzhou and Suzhou. Hult’s MBA in China takes students on factory tours to learn about operations and production, and conducts seminars with senior executives who are actively running some of China’s most successful businesses. This program however, does not last for the full duration of the MBA. It is part of Hult’s Global Rotation Program, in which students can start their MBA at any of Hult’s other global campuses, such as Boston , London, and Dubai. Such a rotation program not only allows students to earn their MBA in China, but also provides knowledge and experience in a wide variety of international business settings.
There are also many other exciting programs out there for those thinking about getting MBA’s in China. Here’s a run-down of some of the most interesting:
BIMBA – Beijing International MBA at Peking University Location: Beijing, China. Length of program: 1.5 years for full time students, 2.5 years for part time students. Additional Information: “BIMBA is engaged in pursuing system innovation and high quality of education, and nurturing executive personnel with insights, cultivation and responsibility, who are familiar with both Chinese and international business practices and economic development.” – from the BIMBA program introduction information. Fordham, an American University, is associated with the program. The program has been highly rated by Forbes magazine, and by Fortune magazine.
Fudan University School of Management Locations: Shanghai, Hong Kong. Length of program: 2 years Additional Information: “The objectives of the program are to provide advanced management education which has a multi-disciplinary approach and an international perspective with emphasis on the Asian region, to provide the opportunity for candidates to specialize in a number of fields in management and to develop essential managerial skills in dynamic international business settings.” – from the program introduction. The various programs are associated with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and the BI Norwegian School of Management.
Jiao Tong University/Marseille MBA Location: Shanghai. Length of program: 18 months. Additional Information: “In the AEMBA class you will personally meet prominent faculty members from both China and abroad. They are not only excellent in their academic research but also professional in relevant management practices.”- from the class description. Accredited by EQUIS, established by the European Foundation for Management Development. The program is associated with the Euromed Marseille Ecole de Management.
Renmin University of China Location: Beijing. Length of program: 2 years. Additional Information: Renmin is one of the first schools in China to offer an MBA program. The courses are designed for evening and weekend study. Associated with New York State University in Buffalo. “The MBA program is featured by paying equal attention to both advanced topics and systematic courses, distinguished professors coupled with entrepreneurs, advanced western theory integrated with domestic experience, simulated training with interactive case discussion.” – from the Renmin features of MBA education.
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