• The International Business School is based on strong principles of internationalism, innovation, inspiration and integrity, which together ensure that we have a positive impact on society through our teaching, research and business engagement.
• With leading international faculty and superb location in the heart of Suzhou Industrial Park, close to other major commerical centres.
• Enjoy ideal conditions for beneficial mutural exchange between business and academic that ensure our students weill graduate with the knowledge and skills to succeed in an ever-changing world.
• Students are taught to engage actively, to improve their critical thinking, to become independent thinker.
• IBBS undergraduates experience a stimulating environment that offers tremendous career opportunities and the chance to interact with people from across China and other parts of the world.
• Graduates are awarded a dual degree - a UK degree from the University of Liverpool and a Chinese degree from XJTLU.

BRIEF INTRODUCTION

This programme offers you a comprehensive introduction to business. You will be introduced to real-world business problems and analyse how these may be solved.

By the end of your degree, you will have the knowledge, skills and commercial awareness to pursue a successful career in a wide variety of public, private and not-for-profit organisations.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

By the time you graduate, you should be able to:

• understand the different ways in which businesses can be organised
• reflect critically and holistically on the organisation and operation of businesses
• apply a range of quantitative and qualitative research methods to solve business problems
• understand the social, cultural and economic contexts in which businesses operate.

CAREER PROSPECTS

The programme provides a broad introduction to the business world, so you will be equipped to work in a wide variety of roles within public, private and not-for-profit organisations. Your knowledge of business practices in eastern and western countries will enable you to work with confidence in international organisations. The knowledge you gain on this programme will give you a strong foundation for further study.

MODULES

YEAR TWO

Year Two will provide you with a firm foundation in business administration.

• ORGANISATIONS AND MANAGEMENT
• QUANTITATIVE METHODS
• MARKETING
• FINANCIAL AND MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING
• ECONOMIC PRINCIPLES
• HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
• OPERATIONS

YEAR THREE

• CAREER SKILLS AND CURRENT ISSUES IN BUSINESS
• THEORY OF THE FIRM
• CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
• INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
• BUSINESS AND EMPLOYMENT LAW
• FINANCE

Choose from the following:

• MARKET RESEARCH
• SERVICES MARKETING
• OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT
• ENTREPRENEURSHIP

YEAR FOUR

Choose from the following:

• MARKETING STRATEGY
• E-BUSINESS
• INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC
• RELATIONS

FINAL YEAR PROJECT

FEES

International students
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RMB 88,000 per academic year

Early bird discount
Early bird discount of RMB 8,000 (approx. GBP 860) available (accept the conditional or unconditional offer before 1st May)

Join a free Chinese language course
We now offer a free summer Chinese language course for all undergraduate and postgraduate students starting their degree before program start.

Year One entry

We welcome applications from high-quality candidates in all subjects with appropriate high school or equivalent qualifications. Students will normally be expected to have a high standing in their high school performance with a minimum B average in all subjects as well as relevant subjects.

Year Two entry

Students who have completed A-levels or International Baccalaureate (or equivalent) will be considered for entry into Year Two, different programmes have different subject-relevant requirements.

    A-level: BBB

    IB Diploma: 30 points

    AP Exams/ACT Tests/SAT II Subject Tests - High school diploma with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above, plus:
        1. 3 AP exams: 4, 4, 4 or
        2. SAT I: 1280 or ACT: 27, and 2 AP exams: 4, 4 or
        3. 3 SAT II Subject Tests (taken prior to cancellation in 2021): 600, 600, 600

Notes:

1. BEng Architecture, BA Filmmaking, BA TV Production & BA Digital Media Arts: require a digital copy portfolio review and an interview with members of Departments of Architecture and Design & School of Film and TV Arts, which can be conducted in person or via the Internet.

2. BA International Business with a Language: normally international students study Chinese and Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan students study Spanish or Japanese as the language option.

    For year 2 entry international students, students who are Chinese zero beginners will take an extra 5 credits Chinese language course.
    For year 2 entry Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan students, students should be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of Spanish (DELE/SIELE A1) or Japanese (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test N5).

3. BA Translation and Interpreting: for international and HK/Macau/Taiwan students whose native language is not Chinese, an HSK level 6 or the pass of the aptitude test arrange by the Department of Translation and Interpreting is required.

4. Programme in Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Industrial Design and Technology Science and so on require Mathematics and Physics.

5. Programme in Architecture, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Chemistry, Mathematics, Science and Digital Media Arts and so on require Mathematics.

You can also find more information on entry requirements on our Country/Region list.

English Language Requirements

For international applicants, if you are a non-native English speaker, or if you have not previously studied in English, you must have satisfactory English language skills to study at XJTLU. Various English qualifications are accepted:

Year One entry

    IELTS: 5.0 (min 4.5 in all sections)
    TOEFL: 62 (iBT)

Year Two entry

    IELTS 6.5 (min 5.5 in all sections)
    TOEFL: 90 (iBT) (min 21 in any skill)

English qualifications are not required for students from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan who take the Joint Examination or the GSAT.

Students who are entering into Year One with less than IELTS 6.0 or equivalent in their English proficiency will take 10 credits EAP, and students with IELTS 6.0 or above will take 5 credits EAP.

"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.

*1. Application Form

Please upload your finished application form here.

*2. Passport photo

A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant

*3. Photocopy of valid passport

With name, passport number & expiration date, and photo included(Photocopy of valid passport identification page. Passport must be an ordinary passport and be valid for at least six months. Applicants currently residing in China must include a copy of the page containing a valid visa or residence permit.)

*4. Certificates of Senior High school

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

*5. Senior High school academic transcript

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

*6. Certificates of English language qualifications

Certificates of English language qualifications such as IELTS, TOEFL or other acceptable English qualifications (as required for non-native speakers of English)

7. SAT, ACT, GSAT or other entrance aptitude test scores (if available)

*8. Personal Statement

9. Portfolio (only for BEng Architecture, BA Filmmaking, BA TV Production and BA Digital Media Arts)

10. Supporting Documents: Certificate of Good Conduct

Provided by your current/previous school/company in Chinese/English to improve your success rate.

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