International Trade

1. Program Introduction

Editor Notes: This program is designed to meet the needs of those who wish to understand China’s economy.

The courses are intended to equip students with the main tools of the professional economist, whether they intend to work in government, international organizations or business.
The structure of the program is flexible and allows students to specialize to some extent in either economic theory or China’s economy.
With a series of compulsory core courses on economic theory, the program combines lectures, seminars and tutorial supervision.
The program provides an introduction to the study of Chinese economy, drawing on a range of aspects including industrial structure, financial market, trade policy, etc.
The course not only prepares students for research work in an academic discipline but also is suitable for those with career interests related to China.
The three-year master’s program will be fully taught in English.
Upon the completion of the program, graduates will earn a Master’s Degree.
The field of study is Globalization and Chinese Economy.

2. Program Structure

Editor Notes: This program which requires 20 credits includes 7 core courses and 9 optional courses.

Program Structure
Core Courses	Optional Courses
Microeconomics	Advanced Microeconomics
Macroeconomics	Game Theory and Information
Econometrics I & II	Empirical Methods for Microeconomics Research
Review and Prospect of Chinese Economic Reforms	Intermediate Public Economics
Hotspots Series of China’s Industrial Economy	Lectures on Advanced International Finance
Chinese Economy in Comparative Perspective	International Investment Theory
Frontier Lecture	Advanced Macroeconomics
	Advanced Econometrics
	Comparative Financial System
Credit Requirements	The total credits required for the program are 20.
Master’s Thesis	In the third year, the students must finish their master’s thesis of no less than 20,000 words. The thesis should be submitted on time and defended during the sixth term (in mid-May).

International students can have an in-depth exposure to Chinese economy, Chinese economy reform and practice.
They can also understand Chinese tradition and modern culture.
It helps them to work or advance their career in the business circle in China in the future.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in economics.
Admission of candidates who do not meet this criterion may be approved if satisfactory evidence of postgraduate study, research or professional experience can be provided.

1. Photo page of passport

Passport must be valid and of ordinary type.

2. Passport photo

A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant

3. 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.

4. Official university/collegetranscript

5. Two letters of recommendation

From professor or associate professor.

6. Research plan(in Chinese or English)

7. Proof of Employment (if applicable)

8. Other attachments (if needed)

9. Abstract or list of articles or papers written or published (if applicable)

10. Proof of language proficiency (if applicable)

§ Question: What is the cost of applying through ACASC?

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· Question: How to deal with a pending application?

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· 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.