Arizona State University (ASU):?Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar. View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses. Internships Shanghai boasts a vibrant, fast-paced work scene that seamlessly blends traditional values with its modern corporate culture. This dynamic city is the ideal hub for finance, technology, and manufacturing professionals, with a growing focus on innovation and collaboration. Industry options include: Business Management and Administration Education and Training Health Science Marketing, Sales and Service 1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours! GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply! Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants. Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement. Learn More About Scholarships What's Included Tuition Housing Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city Full-time program leadership and support in your host city Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities Excursions and/or Study Tours Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection 24/7 emergency on-site support Why CIEE 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries $8 million in scholarships offered each year 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship Study tours and cultural activities included Internships and volunteering opportunities Rigorous academics Cultural immersion iNext Travel Protection included Questions? Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help. Contact Us "> Arizona State University (ASU):?Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar. View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses. Internships Shanghai boasts a vibrant, fast-paced work scene that seamlessly blends traditional values with its modern corporate culture. This dynamic city is the ideal hub for finance, technology, and manufacturing professionals, with a growing focus on innovation and collaboration. Industry options include: Business Management and Administration Education and Training Health Science Marketing, Sales and Service 1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours! GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply! Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants. Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement. Learn More About Scholarships What's Included Tuition Housing Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city Full-time program leadership and support in your host city Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities Excursions and/or Study Tours Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection 24/7 emergency on-site support Why CIEE 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries $8 million in scholarships offered each year 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship Study tours and cultural activities included Internships and volunteering opportunities Rigorous academics Cultural immersion iNext Travel Protection included Questions? Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help. Contact Us "/> Skip to content

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CIEE Business, Language + Culture in Shanghai, China (Directory Program)

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  • Locations: Shanghai, China
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Spring
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
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Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: Chinese, English, Mandarin Click here for a definition of this term Class Status: 2-sophomore
Housing Options: Dormitory, Homestay Click here for a definition of this term Areas of Study: Anthropology, Art History, Asian Studies, Classical Studies, Communications, Computer Science, Economics, Education, Finance, Gender Studies, History, International Business, Internships, Management, Marketing, Math/Statistics, Mathematics & Statistics, Philosophy, Religion/Theology, Service Learning, Social Science, Sociology
Program Type: study abroad Minimum GPA: 2.5
Program Description:

CIEE College Study Abroad

Business, Language + Culture

Shanghai, China

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Program Overview

Your Business, Language + Culture program in Shanghai lasts a full semester and is designed for students with a background in business. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Chinese culture. Live and learn in Shanghai!

Unique Experiences

Take classes taught by academic professionals

in relevant areas working in Shanghai

Gain work experience

with a valuable internship

Get inside companies

like Shanghai Volkswagen, IKEA, Honeywell, and Coca-Cola to learn about management from the city's most successful leaders

Learn More About Shanghai

Your Destination

Shanghai is China's cosmopolitan city, celebrated for its dynamic business environment and deep cultural heritage. As a global hub for finance, entrepreneurship, and international trade, Shanghai offers exceptional opportunities for students studying business and culture. The city's unique blend of traditional Chinese heritage and modern innovation, iconic landmarks like The Bund and Yu Garden, world-class museums, and thriving creative industries make Shanghai the perfect place to study abroad.

Your Destination
Housing

Housing

CIEE Shanghai offers various housing options, which include homestays and campus residence halls with a Chinese roommate, or campus residence halls with CIEE roommate. All housing options?are?located in?neighborhoods with convenient?access to CIEE Shanghai (under 30 minutes walking distance or commute by public transportation for homestays and a 10-minute walk to the campus residence hall).

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

  • Academic Courses:?Choose from CIEE courses and online courses delivered by CIEE's global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
  • Optional Internship Placements:?Enhance your program with an optional for-credit internship that aligns with your career aspirations.
  • Cultural Projects:?Volunteer with members of the local community, join university clubs to socialize with your peers, and attend local workshops and events to get to know your host city.

Activities

CIEE's excursions and cultural activities in Shanghai will open doors for you to explore China's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

  • Gain hands-on cultural experience by learning Chinese cooking, dancing calligraphy, martial arts, or mahjong
  • Travel to Zhujiajiao, the best-preserved traditional water town in Shanghai, lined with stone bridges, cobblestone lanes, and canals
  • Visit Fujian, renowned for its rich maritime heritage, traditional shadow puppetry, soulful Nanyin music, and delicacies like rouyan (meat dumplings)

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE Shanghai:?Study on the campus of East China Normal University (ECNU), CIEE's esteemed partner institution, CIEE Shanghai features a library, a student life office, and an academic advising office. Students are encouraged to use ECNU's library and outdoor facilities as needed.

Arizona State University (ASU):?Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

Shanghai boasts a vibrant, fast-paced work scene that seamlessly blends traditional values with its modern corporate culture. This dynamic city is the ideal hub for finance, technology, and manufacturing professionals, with a growing focus on innovation and collaboration.

Industry options include:

  • Business Management and Administration
  • Education and Training
  • Health Science
  • Marketing, Sales and Service

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Learn More About Scholarships

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions and/or Study Tours
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help.

Contact Us