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W. P. Carey MBA - Shanghai Program

W. P. Carey MBA - Shanghai Program

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Business, Entrepreneurship, Management

Program description
Degree awarded: MBA  W. P. Carey MBA

The business leaders emerging from the W. P. Carey MBA - Shanghai program can shape U.S.-Sino trade relationships during China's continued global expansion. This academic program is the cornerstone of a number of new offerings that include knowledge transfer and access to the highest level of decision-makers in China.

The W. P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University is directly involved in the development of top leadership in China. In 2003, the Master of Business Administration program launched in Shanghai, China. The program is delivered in collaboration with Shanghai National Accounting Institute, an entity under the governance of China's Ministry of Finance.

This degree program is only offered in China.

At a glance

Degree requirements

48 credit hours including the required capstone course (MGT 589)

The curriculum is based on the integration of core management principles with an immersion in accounting, finance, information management, supply chain management, service marketing, customer relation management and management of services innovation. At the core of the curriculum delivery is emphasis on the practical applications with direct business connectivity. The school prides itself on the curriculum's integration of global practices and local market characterizations which enable participants' ability to excel in the modern economy.

In addition, the curriculum is designed with a strong transdisciplinary focus while achieving cycle-time efficiency. Each course is delivered in an intensive manner over two consecutive weekends, with four full days of face-to-face instruction supplemented by online instruction materials to enable learning interactions between faculty and participants.

All students must successfully complete the comprehensive requirement for the Master of Business Administration established by the W. P. Carey School of Business and the Graduate College. The comprehensive culminating experience is integrated with MGT 589 Strategic Management. Students passing this course with a grade of "B" (3.00 on a scale of 4.00) or higher satisfy the comprehensive examination requirement. A thesis is not required.

Admission requirements

This degree program is only offered in China. All applicants are required to contact the program coordinator before submitting the online graduate admission application.

Tuition information
When it comes to paying for higher education, everyone’s situation is different. Students can learn about ASU tuition and financial aid options to find out which will work best for them.
Career opportunities

The Master of Business Administration program in China includes the essential academic preparation for students who are interested in pursuing professional careers as leaders within organizations of diverse functions, such as human resources, finance or marketing.

Career examples include:

  • CEO
  • finance manager
  • marketing manager
  • supply chain manager
Contact information
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Accelerated programs allow students the opportunity to expedite the completion of their degree.

3 year programs

These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.

Accelerated master's

These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).

Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
What are concurrent programs?
Concurrent degrees allow students to pursue their own personal or professional interests, earn two distinct degrees and receive two diplomas. To add a concurrent degree to your existing degree, work with your academic advisor.
What are joint programs?
Joint programs, or jointly conferred degrees, are offered by more than one college and provide opportunities for students to take advantage of the academic strengths of two academic units. Upon graduation, students are awarded one degree and one diploma conferred by two colleges.

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What is WRGP (Western Regional Graduate Program)?
The Western Regional Graduate Program (WRGP) provides a reduced tuition rate to non-resident graduate students who qualify. Visit the WRGP/WICHE webpage for more information: https://graduate.asu.edu/wiche.

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