Miami University
Thursday, November 15th, 2007
The Miami University China Semester Program
The Miami University China Semester Program
• About Us• Petters EducAsian & Miami University• Program Location - Shanghai• Jiao Tong University Partnership• Curriculum • Activities & Excursions• Schedules• Safeguarding our Students• Administration, Pricing, Requirements• Q & A
Info Session Topics
Mission Promote individual, team and organizational effectiveness
by bringing business and academia together to ignite new ideas, solve problems, build skills.
Petters Global Learning
Petters EducAsian
• 12 years in study abroad
• Offices and staff in Shanghai and Beijing
• Extensive working knowledge of China
• Operational Expertise "Thank you EducAsian for putting a great program together for me. The program and staff are first rate. From our meeting with the head of General Motors China to our personalized tours of the city, to the unequaled comfort and peace of mind EducAsian provides, I could not be more happy with my experience."John BarrettWharton School of Business University of Pennsylvania
• College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University
• Rollins College • Saint Mary’s University• Miami University of Ohio• University of Minnesota –
Carlson School• SUNY• Georgetown• HHL Leipzig Graduate School
of Management
University Partnerships
• AmCham• US China Business Council• EuroCham• NAFSA Association of International
Educators• American Council Teachers Foreign
Languages• Chinese Language Teachers Association• Association of Asian Studies
Professional Memberships
• Program Location: Shanghai
• Host University: SJTU• Curriculum• Faculty• Excursions, Activities &
Lectures• Scheduling
Miami UniversityChina Semester
Shanghai 上 海
• The Paris of the East
• Economic Powerhouse
• Diverse Architecture
• Educational Center
• Cultural and Art Center
• Bustling Night Life
• Great Shopping
The University• Location, Location, Location• French Concession District• Established 1896• Top Tier China University• Top 4 university in China• Columbia, UCLA, Michigan,
Purdue• Former President Jiang Ze Min• 6 Campuses; • 38,000 students
Jiao Tong University
• Single with bathroom
• Single with out bathroom
Campus Housing
• Double with bath• Double w/o bath
• Created by University Partners to ensure quality and credit
• Taught by US/Chinese faculty approved by Advisory Board
• 4 Core Credit Courses: 12- 16 credits per semester – internship credit potential
• Three social science courses, one language, • Business Lectures and Cultural Excursions supplement
curriculum • All courses taught in English with exception of Mandarin
Curriculum
• Politics and Society in Contemporary China
• Culture and History:
An Overview
• Business and Economics in Contemporary China
• Mandarin Language
Core Curriculum
• Introduce contemporary China with an overview of breathtaking change over the past century:– End of a dynasty, a civil war, invasion and occupation, – communism to capitalism – economic growth and rapid integration into world economy
• Take a detailed look at current social, political, economic and environmental issues
• Examine Issues with little parallel in China’s recent past:– enforcing economic rules; addressing environmental crisis – social and political tensions generated by rapid change – managing global relations from a newfound position of strength
Politics & Society
Tom Lairson, Rollins
• Western Imperialism and the Collapse of the Qing Dynasty (1900-1912)
• The Warlord Era, World War I and Communism in China (1912-1927)
• Civil War and World War II (1927-1945)
• Communist Victory and the Development of Communism (1945-1965)
• The Cultural Revolution and the Decline of Communism (1966-1978)
• China’s International Relations: Soviet Alliance and Conflict; the Vietnam War and Détente with the United States (1950-1979)
• Deng Xiaoping and Revolutionary Economics (1978-1989)
• Conflicts over development and democracy: Tiananmen Square (1985-1995)
• Integration with the World Economy (1989-2007)
• Economic Growth: Success and Inequality
• China’s Rise and U.S. Relations• China’s Rise and Relations with
Japan, Korea, Taiwan and Southeast Asia
• China’s Rise and the Search for Energy
• The Nature of Communism in China• Environmental Crisis in China• Issues of Gender in Contemporary
China• Transformation of family structure
Politics & Society
• An overview of Chinese history and culture from ancient times to present
• History: provides students a story line and contextual framework for discussing major themes and topics of Chinese culture
• Strong field study component in Shanghai and Beijing – Formation and evolution of Chinese identity, China’s
imperial system and modern party dictatorship, – China’s social system including family, lineage, gender
relations,– China’s economic system, – Chinese philosophical and religious traditions, – Chinese education system, – Chinese literature and arts and – Chinese major customs and habits.
Culture & History Yusheng Yao, Rollins
1. Periodization of and Approaches to Chinese History
2. Ancient China: Shang, Zhou Dynasties3. Imperial China: Unification of China and Centralized
Bureaucracy (Qin and Han Dynasties)4. Imperial China: Division, Reunification, and
Improvement on Centralized Bureaucracy (Northern and Southern Dynasties, Sui and Tang Dynasties)
5. Medieval Economic Revolution and Conquest Empire (Song and Yuan Dynasties)
6. Late Imperial China: Third Commercial Revolution and Consolidated Autocracy (Ming and Qing Dynasties)
7. Dynastic Decline and Western Intrusion: 19th Century
8. Fall of the Last Dynasty: Reforms and 1911 Revolution
Field trip: Visit Shanghai Museum for arts and artifacts in ancient and Imperial China)
9. Warlordism and Cultural Crisis: May Fourth Movement
10. Rise and Struggle of Political Parties: 1921 to 1927
11. Nanjing Decade and Communist Survival: 1927-1936
12. China in WWII and Civil War: 1937-1945, 1946-1949
13. China under Mao: 1949-1976 14. Opening Up and Economic Reforms
(1977-Present)
Field trip for history of People’s Republic of China: (Potentially Partnered with the Politics and Society course and Business course) for interviews and panel discussions with Chinese senior citizens, business people, educators and students
I. Chinese History Overview
Major Topics
1. Formation and Evolution of Chinese Identity and View of the World
Field study: Bund to illustrate of Western power and influence before 1949. Oriental Pearl Tower for Shanghai’s today and tomorrow
2. China’s Political System: From Centralized Bureaucracy to Party Dictatorship
Field Study: Beijing
3. China’s Social System: Family, Lineage and Gender Relations
Field Study: Groups discussions with elderly people who have experienced changes in both urban and rural communities.
4. China’s Economic and Technological Revolutions and Stagnation
Field Study: talk with selected business representatives in joint ventures, state-owned and private business, enterprise and village
5. China’s Traditional Education and Civil Examination System
Field Study: Confucian Temple and the National University in the Ming and Qing Dynasties (Guozijian) in Beijing. Roundtable discussion
6. China’s Philosophical and Religious Traditions
Field Study: Visit Buddhist and Taoist Temples
7. China’s Traditional Literature and Arts Field study: Shanghai Museum; movies from
1930s to present to assess cultural change; attend an Opera or other Chinese musical event..
8. China’s Major Customs and Habits Field Study: Participate in Chinese major holidays,
life-cycle ceremonies. Observe and discuss social hierarchy and interactions.
II. Chinese Culture Overview
Major Topics
• Introduce students to current issues and decision-making matters which organizations encounter within the competitive international, global market in China.
• Addresses complexities of the global marketplace and the peculiarities of doing business under operating constraints and strategic initiatives
• Designed to build an in depth knowledge of the business and economic aspects which affect investment strategies, entrepreneurship opportunities, and technological development
• Acquaints students with the issues, problems, and challenges to successfully conduct business, make investment decisions, and/or pursue management careers across national borders in general and in China in particular.
• Emphasis is on economic development, financial investment strategies, managerial practices, production /operation requirements/attributes, and other business-related topics.
• Additional coverage will include, but will not be limited to: behavioral philosophy, value concept, negotiation management, leadership style, and modern development in China.
Business & Economics David
Yen, Miami U of Ohio
– Globalization: (MT1)
– Cross culture business, values, attitudes, social structure, education, management philosophy, personal communications, and leadership (MT2).
– Economic systems, environment, perspectives, power, limitations, transition, and development (MT3)
– International trade (MT4).
– Business-government relationships; (MT5).
– Foreign direct Investment; (MT6).
– Economic integration. I (MT7).
– International Strategy.(MT8)
– Analyzing international opportunities. (MT9).
– Selecting entry modes. Importing/exporting, licensing, franchising, strategic alliance, joint venture, partner selection, wholly owned subsidiaries (MT10).
– Developing and marketing products. (MT11)
– Outsourcing. (MT12)
– Hiring, retention and management of employees (MT13)
– Managing the operations,(MT14).
Major Topics
• Jiao Tong Faculty
• Beginner to Advanced
• Textbooks, CD’s, Workbooks
• Communicative
• Experiential
• Local Language Partners
Mandarin Chinese Classes 中 文 课
• For credit internship opportunity
• Assigned to company, government, non-profit to support major and career interests
• Disciplined process for learning objectives, on-site evaluation, mid term and final assessments; work closely with Academic Director
Internships
• Partner University Faculty
• Chinese faculty screened and approved by Curriculum Committee members
• Jiao Tong classes and teachers for Mandarin language
Faculty
• Linked to the core curriculum of semester program
• Networks through PGW, our partner school alumni, EducAsian past sponsorship
• Targeted to entrepreneur spirit of Petters and opportunities for life long learning
The Lecture Series
Business
David Chen, PresidentTim Stafford, Vice Chairman General Motors China
Joe Hatfield, President/CEOWal-Mart China
Jim Bryant, Chief Representative Subway
Chris La Due, Executive Director Mountain Institute
Program participants with AmCham President, Charlie Martin.
Speakers from:SiemensFerrariThe EconomistSun MicroSystemsRolls RoyceMore . . .
Speakers and Lectures
Program participants with NY Senator, Charles Schumer
Media
Steve ForbesEditor in Chief, Forbes Magazine
Peter Wolcott, Bureau ChiefWall Street Journal Shanghai
Peter Goodman, Bureau ChiefWashington Post
Speakers & Lectures
• Government
• Arnold Schwarzenegger• Governor, State of California
• Senator Charles Schumer• US Senator
• Ian McDaniels• Executive Director• US-China Business Council
• Mayor Anthony Williams• Mayor, Washington, D. C.
• Charles Martin, President• American Chamber of
Commerce
Speakers & Lectures
Students with Washington, D. C.Mayor Anthony Williams
• Calligraphy & The Evolution of Chinese Characters
• Martial Arts: History, Forms & Styles
• Cooking: Regional Differences & Tastes
• Chinese Classical Music: Piba, Erhu, Gu Zheng, Dizi, etc . . .
Beyond Business & Government Lectures /Activities
• Weekend Excursions– Suzhou– Nanjing– Hangzhou
• Mid Term Excursion– Beijing & Qingdao
• Semester End Excursion – Xian, Tibet, Gulin, Hong Kong
Cultural Excursions
Built around 2 two hour a week core courses
Language courses daily
Internship credit option
Friday free for excursions
Class Schedules
Class Schedules
Friday, August 29th International Arrivals
Saturday, August 30th Orientation / Welcome Lunch
Sunday, August 31 Orientation & Walking Tour: Subway, The Bund, River Cruise
Monday, September 1st First Day of Classes
Friday, September 5th Excursion: Gong De Lin: Vegetarian lunch Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibit Shanghai Museum
Friday- Sun: September 12th – September 14th Cultural Excursion: Suzhou & Zhouzhuang
Friday, September 26 – Sunday, September 27 Weekend Cultural Excursion: Nanjing
Wednesday & Thursday, October 8th & 9th Midterm Exams & Papers Due
Friday, October 10th – Sunday, October 19 10 day Post Midterm Cultural Excursion: Beijing & Qingdao
Monday, October 20th Resume Classes
Friday, October 31st – Sunday, November 2nd Cultural Excursion: Hangzhou
Wednesday & Thursday, November 26th & 27th Final Exams & Papers Due
Thursday, November 27th Last Day of Classes
Sunday, November 30 – Saturday, December 13 2 week Cultural Excursion (optional):Xian, Yunnan, Tibet
Sunday, December 14th International Departures
Program Itinerary Fall Semester, 2008
Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
8am -10am Chinese Chinese Chinese Chinese
10:15am - 12 Politics & Society
Business & Economic Development
Politics & Society
Business & Economic Development
1pm – 2:30pm History & Culture
Living, WorkingDoing Business in China(Site Visits & Lectures)
History & Culture
Living, WorkingDoing Business in China(Site Visits & Lectures)
Class Schedule Sample
Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
8am -10am Chinese Chinese Chinese Chinese
10:15am - 12 Content 1 Content 2 Content 1 Content 2
1pm – 5pm Internship Internship Internship Internship
Class Schedule:
Sample Internship Credit
“EducAsian’s program was totally awesome and one of the best experiences in my life. I learned so much about China's history and culture. You guys did a great job!!"Alison Meighan, Syracuse University
Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
8am -10am Chinese Chinese Chinese Chinese
10:30am - 12 Content 1 Content 2 Content 1 Content 2
1pm – 3pm Chinese Chinese Chinese Chinese
Class Schedule:
Sample Intensive Chinese
"EducAsian is the best! From the beginning to the end the service was fantastic. Great people, great lounge, great program. Have no worries-seriously. I have nothing but glowing reviews." Greg MayGeorge Washington University
Friday, August 1st International Arrivals
Saturday, August 2nd Orientation / Welcome Lunch
Walking Tour: Subway, The Bund, River Cruise
Monday, August 4th First Day of Classes (Early Arrival Mandarin)
Friday-Sunday, August 15th-17th
Weekend Excursion: Putuo Shan
Friday, August 29th Last Day
Early Arrival:Mandarin Boot Camp (optional)
Mandarin Classes: Monday, August 4th – Friday, August 29th
4 Week Program (Monday – Friday)
Turn Key Process
• Pre Departure Support• Visa Support• Arrival Orientation• Health & Safety• Insurance• Student Db & Application Tracking• Evaluation & Post Experiential Follow Up
"The experience of living in China and studying Chinese gave me a much greater understanding and insight into how the Chinese live and think."Tim LoueyColumbia University
Administration
Admissions
• Admission Requirements:• Minimum 2.50 cumulative grade point average • At least one year of college experience • Any past MU Code violations require a personal interview and eligibility
review • No Chinese language prerequisite but prior study is highly
recommended • Application by March 1, 2008 with an academic advisor’s signature
required • Enrollment Requirements: • Every student must register fulltime to include a language course and
lecture courses • If one language course, then all three lecture courses • If one language course and one internship course, then two lecture
courses • If two language courses, then two lecture courses
16 Week Program• Ohio Resident Total Billed: $11,421• Non‐Resident Total Billed: $17,647
Includes: Tuition, housing, visas, insurance, pre-departure support, arrival/welcomepackage, orientation, activities, lectures, sightseeing, 24/7 staff support, embassyregistration, some meals, breakfast/lunch & some dinners during “travel days”
http://www.units.muohio.edu/internationalprograms/chinasemester.php
"Guys, I just wanted to say thanks for a completely incredible experience in China. I couldn't have hoped for better. You're getting raving reviews back home!” Chris Paolella
Rhode Island College
Program Pricing
• Our most important job• On-site supervision in dormitory of residence• Guided field trips • Security and safety on campus/off-campus• Detailed information and procedures for
emergencies and medical needs• 24/7 Staff Support Never more than a call away….
Safeguarding Students
Conclusion
• Q & A
• Thank You! 谢谢