International Trade (in English)

Graduate program brief introduction

Shanghai University (SHU) is an international comprehensive university located in one of the world’s most international metropolis. Each year we admit students from more than 70 countries making the university a rich and diverse learning environment.Shanghai University (SHU) offer a wide range of graduate programs to international students including 84 master programs and 29 doctoral programs in 27 different departments. Mode of study for the master programs is 2-3 years (full-time).

Teaching Objective

The graduate students are expected to do the following: to learn Economics, Econometrics, International Economics, International Trade and Practices, and Law of International Trade, to know the actual conditions of China, especially for the development of economy under the policy of reform and opening to the outside world, to understand the international trade of China, especially for the economic trade growth between the countries or districts of the overseas students and China.

After learning the professional knowledge, the graduate students are also required to lay a solid foundation on basic theories and required specialized knowledge, to be able to conduct scientific research to a certain degree , to apply and embody them in his/her dissertation and future work.

Program structure

Education Plan	Academic hours	Credits	Terms for Course opening
Brief Introduction to China	30	2	3
Chinese Reforms and Opening	30	30	1
Chinese Language	240	6	1,2,3
Micro Economics	50	5	1
Macro Economics	50	5	2
Econometrics	40	4	2
International Finances	30	3	2
Theory and Policy of International Trade	30	3	3
International Marketing	30	3	3
Chinese Foreign Trade	30	3	4
Service Economics and Trade	40	4	4
International Business Environment and Operations	40	3	2
International Trade case research	30	3	4
Thesis Writing and Defense			5-9
		TotTotal Credits of compulsory Courses for Degree: 47

Core of Courses: International Trade is a basic course for the students in international business. Its purpose is to help the students to get the knowledge of the basic trade theories and the relevant government policies. The subject is divided into two parts: the basic international trade theories and then the relevant government policies.

1.Non-Chinese citizen without physical and mental problems.
2.Master program applicants must have a bachelor degree. The date due to obtain a bachelor degree should be prior to the admission date.
3.Doctoral program applicants must have a master degree. The date due to obtain a master degree should be prior to the admission date.
4.Applicants for programs taught in Chinese must complete the Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK) band 4 (minimum score 180): for humanities in Chinese, HSK5 (minimum score 180) is required, for economics and management in Chinese, HSK4 over 210 points, science and arts, HSK4 over 195 points. International students who obtained the degree from a Chinese program in China are exempt.
5.Applicants for programs taught in English must complete the IELTS (minimum score 5.5) or TOEFL (minimum score 80). International students whose first language are English, or obtained the degree from an English program in an English speaking country are exempt.

1. Photocopy of valid passport

With name, passport number & expiration date, and photo included

2. Passport photo

A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant

3. Undergraduate school transcript

4. Bachelor's degree diploma

Graduation certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.

5. TOEFL over 80 points or IELTS5.5 and over (non-English speaking applicants for programs in English)

6. 2 recommendation letters

7. Study or research plan

Question: What is the cost of applying through ACASC?

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Question: Can I apply to the university directly?

Answer: Yes. ACASC gives the applicants, the chance to directly apply to their desired universities through our online application portal. We have synchronized our system to create a simple platform that connects universities and colleges in China to international students all around the world.

Question: How can I track my application status?

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Question: How to deal with a pending application?

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The main cause of a pending application is usually incomplete application documents. As a result you will be requested by the school’s admission office to re-check and modify all submitted application documents or perhaps even add extra documents and then re-submit them.

To avoid further delays, carefully read the university’s comments, modify your application form on ACASC, and re-upload the required application documents. You can contact ACASC on admission@acasc.cn for any help with regards to your pending application

How long does it take to process my application?

Processing time varies for different applications. For example to process a degree program application requires more time than a Chinese language application. Confirmation for Chinese language application by the admission office usually takes 2 to 4 weeks. However, time for degree programs application differs. For example fall semester application processing is after March, and it takes a period of 1 to 2 months. This also depends on your qualification and the number of applicants.