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Adhering to Zhejiang University’s (QS2024: 47th,C9 League) international teaching philosophy, Global Communication and Management (GCM)’s aims to train future entrepreneurs, leaders and policymakers with combinative management capabilities through critical understanding of China remarkable transformation through science & technology. The program is distinctive in its dual focus on practical training and academic research. Students will gain in-depth knowledge across multiple business domains (management, finance, accounting & economics , various aspects of communication practice) but will also have the opportunity to apply this knowledge in real-world settings through internships, case studies, and projects. The capstone of the program is an academic dissertation, allowing students to explore a specialized area of interest, contributing to both their personal and professional development. Our international students are also expected to serve as bridge between China, home country and the world.      

Designed for aspiring professionals, students will acquire abilities upon graduation:

• Excel in financial and business analysis that lay foundation for managing/solving complex societal problem

• Develop effective cross cultural communication skills for academic and professional contexts.
•Learn to think critically across a variety of subjects—fostering an informed, independent worldview with China experience.

GCM


Bachelor of Art


Full-time


Program Duration: 4 years


Taught in English


Enrollment: Annually in September

Program Highlights

  • Interdisciplinary Pedagogy

Global Communication and Management is an undergraduate program executed by ZIBS and the College of Media and International Culture (CMIC). It is the first undergraduate program that recruits international students only at Zhejiang University. The trailblazing program is also the first to combine management, finance, communication and China studies into an interdisciplinary platform for students.
  • Applied Bilingual Curriculum System

Practical courses in Chinese language and culture, communications, finance, and global business are offered. English is the primary language of instruction, with Chinese being used in applied settings and research. Cross-cultural communication is stressed throughout the program.
  • Engagement In World-class Learning Environment

The Zhejiang University International Campus, where the program is located, is a model for international cooperation and integration of Eastern and Western styles of education. The campus brings together prestigious Chinese and foreign professors and a large international student community and admits several hundred highly qualified Chinese high school students each year.
  • Hub For Entrepreneurship And Innovation

Beyond the classroom, ZIBS provides exceptional opportunities for professional practice, industry internships and cultural experiences. ZIBS has established strategic partnerships with Ant Financial and other leading firms, providing students with the ability to participate in a 6-month practical training program in world-leading firms.

Program Director

Jia Jia Lim
Dr Lim, Jia Jia ; jiajialim@intl.zju.edu.cn Assistant Professor and Program Director of GCM

Hello Future Students & Colleagues! I’m excited to share a bit about our program, where we blend the academic learning with real-world experience through multidisciplinary learning modules/curriculums. Our goal is simple: to help you build a strong foundation in these key areas while also giving you the chance to apply what you learn through practical training and research projects. Whether it’s through practical internships or your final dissertation, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to dive deep into your interests and develop skills that will truly set you apart in the competitive marketplace. We invite you to join our community of innovators and leaders, lay the strong foundation for bilateral cooperation opportunities between China and your home country through the Chinese wisdom, unique China living experience and expertise gain through ZIBS. At ZIBS, you will embark on a path that will shape your future success and I can’t wait to see the unique paths you’ll take. Together with you, we will create a more sustainable and just society.