International short programs offer a great way to spend your university break while gaining overseas experience without disrupting your course structure. Additionally, you may be able to earn credit toward your degree. Soochow University International Programs provides opportunities for students to gain important international experience through our virtual and on-campus programs with students and faculty worldwide. By taking advantage of these programs, you can develop practical career-learning and intercultural experiences.

SCU International Programs courses are full-time, intensive programs that last three to fours weeks. They typically involve 54 hours of lectures, tutorials, or seminar-based classes.

Curriculum

We offer three sessions, including two in-person programs and one online program, for students who want to join our December to January sessions. Our courses cover a range of fields of study, including business, computer science, finance, management, and marketing. Every course we offer is guaranteed to be at the international college level and comes with credits.

Programs

Session One - Soochow University Joint International Programs with Kansai University
Dates: Dec 2 - Dec 22, 2023
Mode of Attendance: Face to face
Location: Osaka, Japan
Session Two - Soochow University International Program
Dates: Dec 11 - Jan 5, 2023
Mode of Attendance: Face to face
Location: Taipei, Taiwan
Session Three - Soochow University International Program
Dates: Jan 2 - Jan 20, 2024
Mode of Attendance: Online

Application Deadline

Session One - November 17, 2023
Session Two - October 31, 2023
Session Three - December 22, 2023

Academic Policy

Course Enrollment
> Maximum 2 courses per student to enroll during the program.
Typical Credit
> Each course confers one SCU Credit Unit, equivalent to 6 - 7.5 ECTS, 10 - 12 CATS, 3 - 4 US credits.
*Please consult your university administrators on the transfer of the course credits before sending in your application.

Course list

UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL 

SUBJECT 

COURSE CODE 

COURSE NAME 

Business 

ACCT203

Managerial Accounting

BUS230

Entrepreneurship and Innovation 

BUS302

Doing Business in Aisa

BUS308

Project Management

BUS403Business Ethics in a Global Environment

LIN203

Chinese Business Language and Culture

MGT205

Leading and Managing People

MKT208

Consumer Behavior

MKT316

International Marketing

Computer Science

COMP303

Machine Learning

Economics

ECON301

Intermediate Microeconomics

EOCN302

Intermediate Macroeconomics

ECON360

Economics of International Financial Institutions and Markets 

ECON455

Competition Policy and the Economics of Regulation 

Finance

FIN301

Intermediate Corporate Finance

FIN302

International Finance

FIN303

Fixed Income Securities 

FIN304

Investment and Portfolio Management 

FIN320

Risk Management and Derivatives 

POSTGRADUATE LEVEL

SUBJECT

COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

Business

BIS501

Introduction to Programming and Data Analysis

BUS512

Doing Business in Aisa

BUS530

Entrepreneurship and Innovation 

BUS580

Modeling and Forecasting Financial Time Series

MKT508

International Marketing

MKT608

Consumer Behavior

 Computer Science 

COMP502

Introduction to Data Science

COMP603

Advanced Machine Learning

Finance

FIN503

Fixed Income Securities

FIN504

Investment and Portfolio Management 

FIN520

Risk Management and Derivatives

FIN602

International Finance 

FIN610

Intermediate Corporate Finance 



UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL

SESSION

COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

(9:30AM - 11:30AM)

FIN302

International Finance

MKT208

 Consumer Behavior

B

(13:00PM - 15:00PM)

BUS230 

Entrepreneurship and Innovation 

FIN301

Intermediate Corporate Finance

C

(15:15PM - 17:15PM)

MKT316

International Marketing

FIN320

Risk Management and Derivatives

POSTGRADUATE LEVEL

SESSION

COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

A

(9:30AM - 11:30AM)

FIN602

International Finance

 MKT608

Consumer Behavior

B

(13:00PM - 15:00PM)

BUS530

 Entrepreneurship and Innovation 

FIN610 

Intermediate Corporate Finance

C

(15:15PM - 17:15PM)

MKT508

International Marketing

FIN520

Risk Management and Derivatives

*The course(s) time will be conducted at the local time zone (GMT+9)


UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL

SESSION

COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

(10:10AM - 12:10AM)

BUS308

Project Managment

BUS403

Business Ethics in a Global Environment

CHN101 

Beginner Chinese

ECON302

Intermediate Macroeconomics

ECON360

Economics of International Financial Institutions and Markets

FIN302

International Finance

B

(13:00PM - 15:00PM)

BUS302

Doing Business in Asia

ECON301

Intermediate Microeconomics

FIN303

Fixed Income Securities

MGT205

Leading and Managing People

C

(15:15PM - 17:15PM)

COMP303

Machine Learning

ECON455

Competition Policy and the Economics of Regulation

FIN304

Investment and Portfolio Management

LIN203

Chinese Business Language and Culture

POSTGRADUATE LEVEL

SESSION

COURSE CODE

COURSE NAME

A

(10:10AM - 12:10AM)

BIS501Introduction to Programming and Data Analysis

COMP502

Introduction to Data Science

FIN602

International Finance

B

(13:00PM - 15:00PM)

BUS512

Doing Business in Asia

BUS580

Modelling and Forecasting Financial Time Series

FIN503

Fixed Income Securities

C

(15:15PM - 17:15PM)

COMP603

Advanced Machine Learning 

FIN504

Investment and Portfolio Management

*The course(s) time will be conducted at the local time zone (GMT+8)



Cultural Events / Extracurricular Activities

Cultural Events
We offer Chinese and Japanese language courses, along with specialized courses that delve into the cultural aspects of both countries. These include "Comparative Analysis of Japanese and Chinese Cultures" and "Exploring the Aesthetics of Chinese and Japanese Poetry, Painting, and Calligraphy."
Asian Insights
Asia is a dynamic region that is home to culturally diverse societies at varying stages of transformation. As a cosmopolitan city-state with a thriving entrepreneurship and innovation scene, we offer myriad opportunities for all.
Industry Visits in Osaka
During our program in Osaka, we will visit renowned companies such as Asahi Breweries Suita, Meiji Yogurt, Asahi Newspaper, Gekkeikan Okura Sake Museum, and Daiwa House Industry Central Research Laboratory, providing students with unique opportunities to gain insights into various industries and witness firsthand the operations and innovations of these organizations.

Program Support

Teaching Assistant and Student Service
Our teaching assistants are fluent in both Chinese and English. We provide a teaching assistant for each class and offer student support throughout the program.
Student Support
We will provide student service support throughout the program, with designated teaching assistants available to answer academic questions students may encounter during their courses. Academic advisors will also be available for education counseling, and additional staff members will assist students with any difficulties they may face during the program.
Full Insurance Coverage
Our insurance plan offers full coverage for a range of unforeseen circumstances, including unexpected medical expenses and emergency medical evacuation. Our priority is to prioritize your safety and security, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the program experience without worrying about potential setbacks.
Housing
The university will provide off-campus accommodation. Please contact our administrator for more information. Once you receive the program admission offer, you can begin the housing application process. Please note that accommodation is subject to availability.
Visa
Please feel free to reach out to our university administration for assistance with visa support.

Tuition

In-person & online*:

* One course: AUD 5130/CNY 25000

* Two courses: AUD 6150/CNY 30000

Online*:

* One course: AUD 4300/CNY 21000

* Two courses: AUD 5730/CNY 28000

Tuition discounts are available for specific university partner students. Tuition may be waived if an exchange place is available. Please contact student advisors for more information.

Global Scholarships

Scholarships will be available to eligible students from our partner institutions. You must submit an application for by 1 Nov 2023 to be considered for this scholarship.

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