Location:

Shanghai, China; Kunming, China; Hangzhou, China

Program Type:

Study Abroad

Degree Level:

Undergraduate

Term:

Academic Year

Program Overview

Program Description:

Concordia University, located in Southern California, is offering a Master of Arts in International Studies (MAIS) degree with concentrations in International Business, International Education, and International Development alongside a 10 or 12-month salaried teaching contract in the People’s Republic of China

This unique program offers you the opportunity to:

•Study, research and gain first-hand experience in the political, economic, cultural and social life of contemporary China.
•Explore the strategic opportunities in one of the world’s largest and fastest growing economies.
•Develop meaningful relationships with Chinese business leaders, educators, professionals and community members.
•Influence and impact the lives of a generation of young people in China.
•Acquire practical knowledge of educational and business contexts and practices, providers and clients, products and services, strategies and obstacles.
•Receive a graduate education with a year-long teaching contract in China that prepares you for the future of international business and education

MAIS GRADUATES ARE PREPARED FOR CAREERS IN:

- Doctoral or Advanced Professional Studies
- NonProfit/NonGovernmental Organizations
- Foreign Service with the U.S. government
- Mediation/Conflict Resolution
- International Education
- Corporate & Workplace Training
- Global Marketing & Consulting
- Multinational Import/Export
- Entrepreneurial Ventures

Setting Description:

INTERNSHIP BENEFITS
Candidates are provided the following benefits from their employer in China:

1.Monthly salary (dependent upon qualifications and placement)
2.Housing or housing allowance
3.Legal work visa in China
4.Reimbursement of your round-trip economy class air ticket between the U.S. and China (requires successful completion of year-long internship)

Cost:

slightly over $25,000 for 12-18 months
Extended application deadline for June 2014 cohorts; April 1, 2014