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 Barrett Wharton 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 University China 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: 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 ( ) The Warlord Era, World War I and Communism in China ( ) Civil War and World War II ( ) Communist Victory and the Development of Communism ( ) The Cultural Revolution and the Decline of Communism ( ) China’s International Relations: Soviet Alliance and Conflict; the Vietnam War and Détente with the United States ( ) Deng Xiaoping and Revolutionary Economics ( ) Conflicts over development and democracy: Tiananmen Square ( ) Integration with the World Economy ( ) 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 Dynasties 3. 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 Nanjing Decade and Communist Survival: China in WWII and Civil War: , China under Mao: 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 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, President Tim Stafford, Vice Chairman General Motors China Joe Hatfield, President/CEO Wal-Mart China Jim Bryant, Chief Representative Subway Chris La Due, Executive Director Mountain Institute Program participants with AmCham President, Charlie Martin. Speakers from: Siemens Ferrari The Economist Sun MicroSystems Rolls Royce More... Speakers and Lectures

Program participants with NY Senator, Charles Schumer Media Steve Forbes Editor in Chief, Forbes Magazine Peter Wolcott, Bureau Chief Wall Street Journal Shanghai Peter Goodman, Bureau Chief Washington 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

Friday, August 29thInternational Arrivals Saturday, August 30thOrientation / Welcome Lunch Sunday, August 31Orientation & Walking Tour: Subway, The Bund, River Cruise Monday, September 1stFirst Day of Classes Friday, September 5 th Excursion: Gong De Lin: Vegetarian lunch Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibit Shanghai Museum Friday- Sun: September 12th – September 14thCultural Excursion: Suzhou & Zhouzhuang Friday, September 26 – Sunday, September 27Weekend Cultural Excursion: Nanjing Wednesday & Thursday, October 8th & 9thMidterm Exams & Papers Due Friday, October 10th – Sunday, October 1910 day Post Midterm Cultural Excursion: Beijing & Qingdao Monday, October 20thResume Classes Friday, October 31st – Sunday, November 2ndCultural Excursion: Hangzhou Wednesday & Thursday, November 26 th & 27thFinal Exams & Papers Due Thursday, November 27thLast Day of Classes Sunday, November 30 – Saturday, December 132 week Cultural Excursion (optional):Xian, Yunnan, Tibet Sunday, December 14thInternational Departures Program Itinerary Fall Semester, 2008

TimeMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursday 8am -10amChinese 10:15am - 12Politics & Society Business & Economic Development Politics & Society Business & Economic Development 1pm – 2:30pmHistory & Culture Living, Working Doing Business in China (Site Visits & Lectures) History & Culture Living, Working Doing Business in China (Site Visits & Lectures) Class Schedule Sample

TimeMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursday 8am -10amChinese 10:15am - 12Content 1Content 2Content 1Content 2 1pm – 5pmInternship 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

TimeMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursday 8am -10amChinese 10:30am - 12Content 1Content 2Content 1Content 2 1pm – 3pmChinese 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 May George Washington University

Friday, August 1stInternational Arrivals Saturday, August 2ndOrientation / Welcome Lunch Walking Tour: Subway, The Bund, River Cruise Monday, August 4thFirst Day of Classes (Early Arrival Mandarin) Friday-Sunday, August 15 th -17th Weekend Excursion: Putuo Shan Friday, August 29thLast Day Early Arrival: Mandarin Boot Camp (optional) Mandarin Classes: Monday, August 4 th – Friday, August 29 th 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 Louey Columbia 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/welcome package, orientation, activities, lectures, sightseeing, 24/7 staff support, embassy registration, some meals, breakfast/lunch & some dinners during “travel days” "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

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