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June 12-July 1 the Program DISCOVER CHINA 2016 June 12-July 1 The Program DISCOVER CHINA 2016 International Summer School IN THE Host School of Management, Zhejiang University Dates June 12 – July 1, 2016 PARADISE FOR Language English Graduation Transcript & certificate issued by School of Management Highlights ENTREPRENEURS ·With a focus on "Entrepreneurship in China” ·In one of the most dynamic areas of private economy in China – Zhejiang ·Walk around the World Heritage listed West Lake ·An opportunity to be a real “entrepreneur” in China ·Language and cultural sessions offered throughout the program Structure Orientation and welcome party Lectures Chinese language course and cultural immersion sessions City/campus exploration Company visits & meeting with entrepreneurs Business project Application Deadline March 31, 2016 Housing & Accommodation close to campus Dining Rechargeable cards offered for meals at University Cafeteria 2016 International Summer School The School The University The School of Management, Zhejiang University consists of five departments, Founded in 1897 and initially known as Qiushi Academy, Zhejiang University is namely, Management Science and Engineering, Business Administration, one of the China’s oldest and most prestigious institutions of higher education, Accounting and Finance, Tourism Management, and Agricultural Economics and member of the C9 League (Consortium of top 9 universities in China) and has Management. The mission of the school is to advance management theories and been consistently ranked among top 3 in the nation. Located in the garden city of methods with insights from Chinese context that contribute to social welfare and Hangzhou, Zhejiang University currently has five campuses (Zijingang,Yuquan, cultivate professionals and leaders with global perspective, innovative capability, Xixi, Huajiachi, and Zhijiang), which occupies a total area of 450.5 hectares. It entrepreneurial spirit and social responsibility. It is a modern business school in is a comprehensive research university with 7 faculties and 37 colleges/schools, the forefront of market economy of China with distinctive disciplinary features on covering 12 disciplines of philosophy, law, education, literature, history, art, innovation and entrepreneurship, and a pool of talented faculty and students. The science, engineering, agriculture, medicine, management and etc. Following School is AACSB,EQUIS and AMBA accredited. its motto of “Faith of Truth and Innovation”, the University is making substantial contributions to China’s economic, social and technological development. 2016 International Summer School The City For many Chinese nationals Hangzhou is one of their best destinations for holidays. Located southeast of Shanghai, it is a nice tourist city in one of China’s most affluent areas – the Yangtze River Delta. Once the capital of the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279), Hangzhou has been renowned as “Paradise on Earth”, “Home of Silk”, “Home of Tea” and “Land of Fish and Rice”. The famous West Lake Cultural Landscape of Hangzhou was inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in June, 2011. It is also a paradise for entrepreneurs. Chinese business giants such as Alibaba, Geely, Wahaha took off from here. The businessmen originated from this area (Zhejiang Province) has been known as “Zheshang” (Zhejiang Entrepreneurs). They are a very important part of China’s private economy. 2016 International Summer School Tentative Schedule 2016-6-12 (Sun) Registration and Check-in 2016-6-13 (Mon) 2016-6-14 (Tue) 2016-6-15 (Wed) 2016-6-16 (Thu) 2016-6-17 (Fri) 2016-6-18 (Sat) 2016-6-19 (Sun) Opening Ceremony Lecture: Lecture: Financial & Introduction to the Entrepreneurship in Business Project: Survival Chinese I Management Free Time Program China West Lake Hiking Optional day- return trip to Song Lecture: Doing Business Exploring Business Ice break: Campus Business Project: Business Project: Dynasty Town in China: An Economic Opportunities Free Time tour & Team Play Group Discussion Group Discussion Perspective 2016-6-20 (Mon) 2016-6-21 (Tue) 2016-6-22 (Wed) 2016-6-23 (Thu) 2016-6-24 (Fri) 2016-6-25 (Sat) 2016-6-26 (Sun) Lecture: Doing Lecture: Doing Networking Business in China: A Business in China: A Lecture: Big Data Event with Company Visit Free Time Free Time Marketing Perspective Cultural Perspective in China Entrepreneurs Business Project: Cultural Immersion: Survival Chinese II Company Visit Company Visit Free Time Free Time Group Discussion Chinese Taiji 2016-6-27 (Mon) 2016-6-28 (Tue) 2016-6-29 (Wed) 2016-6-30 (Thu) 2016-7-1 (Fri) 2016-7-2 (Sat) Lecture: Innovation Business Project: Business Project: Business Project: Management Group Discussion Group Discussion Business Project: Presentation Cultural Immersion: Group Discussion & Departure Cultural Immersion: Lecture: Intellectual Visit China Fan Finalization Closing Chinese Calligraphy Property in China Museum, China Ceremony Umbrella Museum 2016 International Summer School Program Cost From Partner From Non-partner Universities Universities Application Fee 550 RMB 550 RMB Tuition Waived 5,500 RMB Accommodation 4,000 RMB 4,000 RMB Visits and Activities 1,500 RMB 1,500 RMB Total 6,050 RMB 11,550 RMB Notes: 1. The definition of partner university and non-partner university is determined by School of Management and Zhejiang University based on mutual agreements and MOUs. 2. What’s included: all academic lectures and course materials, all visits and activities fee including company visits, cultural immersion sessions, networking events and travel expenses incurred accordingly. The application fee covers expenses supporting visa application, international student registration and other logistic costs. 3. What’s not included: meals are not included in the package. It does not include expenses for the Weekend Trip to Hangzhou Song Dynasty Town. Participants shall also be responsible for travel fees from and to their home country and application fee for a Chinese visa. 4. Participants are required to buy adequate medical insurance covering their period of stay in China. 5. Standard twin room will be offered for accommodation. Facilities include hot shower, air-conditioning, internet access, 24-hour front desk, laundry room etc. 6. Refund Policy: application fee and visits and activities fee are non-refundable. Accommodation is booked in advance and cancelation policy from the third party may apply. Tuition fee is only refundable before the program starts (before June 12, 2016). 2016 International Summer School Application & Admission ■ Requirements ■ Confirmation and payment ■ Admission Letter and Welcome Kit ■ Visa issues College students with basic business/ Accepted participants will receive a Once we have received and confirmed All accepted applicants may apply for economic knowledge, proficient English confirmation email from International your payment we will send you a formal a X2 (short-term) student visa. For language skills. Affairs Office and a link to pay the Admission Letter for you to process your more information about Chinese visa program fee. Upon receiving the email visa and a Welcome Kit which will help application please visit ■ Application deadline participants shall finish payment within you prepare your living in Hangzhou and http://www.visaforchina.org/. March 31, 2016. 5 working days. Otherwise we may Zhejiang University. assume that you would not like to ■ Contact ■ How to apply proceed with your application. For any inquiries about the program, Applicants from partner universities please contact: please apply to your home institution and International Affairs Office nominations will be submitted through Tel: +86-571-8820 8867 university coordinator. All applicants shall Email: [email protected] provide following documents and email Add: Room 402B, School of Management them to [email protected] in Building, Zhejiang University Zijingang due course. Campus, 310058, P. R. China A completed Application Form (http://www.cma.zju.edu.cn/en/news/ newslist.aspx?ID=847) A copy of your resumé (including educational and professional experiences, interests etc.) A copy of your passport scan & one passport-sized photo. Testimonials Kylie Rowe, USA, ’15 Graduate “Hangzhou is known for being one of the fastest growing startup hubs in China and what brings the most credibility to this location is the headquarters of the billion-dollar business, Alibaba and its famously known CEO, Jack Ma - a native of Hangzhou. The Summer School program provided many learning opportunities, but of the most important were the real world tours of Entrepreneurship in China.” Ash Tyndall, Australia, ’15 Graduate “The connections alone I have created here will be very helpful for future opportunities in China. The course itself has helped paint a realistic picture of the state of China and the potential for entrepreneurial opportunities therein.” Johanna Öjeling, Sweden, ’14 Graduate “I especially enjoyed the Survival Chinese lessons as well as the opportunity to approach Chinese culture by trying calligraphy and painting. What I appreciated the most, however, was the enthusiasm and guidance from the friendly staff at the School of Management and the accommodating Chinese student volunteers.” Aadam Nabi, UK, ’14 Graduate “Another highlight of the university was studying and living with people from a wide range of backgrounds. There were students from different countries in Europe, the Middle East, Asia as well as the USA and Australia. 2016 International Summer School International Affairs Office School of Management, Zhejiang University Zijingang Campus, Hangzhou, 310058, P. R. China Email: [email protected] Website: www.som.zju.edu.cn/en.
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