Entry Requirements
Year One entry
We welcome applications from high-quality candidates in all subjects with appropriate high school or equivalent qualifications. Students will normally be expected to have a high standing in their high school performance with a minimum B average in all subjects as well as relevant subjects.
Year Two entry
Students who have completed A-levels or International Baccalaureate (or equivalent) will be considered for entry into Year Two, different programmes have different subject-relevant requirements.
A-level: BBB
IB Diploma: 30 points
AP Exams/ACT Tests/SAT II Subject Tests - High school diploma with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above, plus:
1. 3 AP exams: 4, 4, 4 or
2. SAT I: 1280 or ACT: 27, and 2 AP exams: 4, 4 or
3. 3 SAT II Subject Tests (taken prior to cancellation in 2021): 600, 600, 600
Notes:
1. BEng Architecture, BA Filmmaking, BA TV Production & BA Digital Media Arts: require a digital copy portfolio review and an interview with members of Departments of Architecture and Design & School of Film and TV Arts, which can be conducted in person or via the Internet.
2. BA International Business with a Language: normally international students study Chinese and Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan students study Spanish or Japanese as the language option.
For year 2 entry international students, students who are Chinese zero beginners will take an extra 5 credits Chinese language course.
For year 2 entry Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan students, students should be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of Spanish (DELE/SIELE A1) or Japanese (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test N5).
3. BA Translation and Interpreting: for international and HK/Macau/Taiwan students whose native language is not Chinese, an HSK level 6 or the pass of the aptitude test arrange by the Department of Translation and Interpreting is required.
4. Programme in Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Industrial Design and Technology Science and so on require Mathematics and Physics.
5. Programme in Architecture, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Chemistry, Mathematics, Science and Digital Media Arts and so on require Mathematics.
You can also find more information on entry requirements on our Country/Region list.
English Language Requirements
For international applicants, if you are a non-native English speaker, or if you have not previously studied in English, you must have satisfactory English language skills to study at XJTLU. Various English qualifications are accepted:
Year One entry
IELTS: 5.0 (min 4.5 in all sections)
TOEFL: 62 (iBT)
Year Two entry
IELTS 6.5 (min 5.5 in all sections)
TOEFL: 90 (iBT) (min 21 in any skill)
English qualifications are not required for students from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan who take the Joint Examination or the GSAT.
Students who are entering into Year One with less than IELTS 6.0 or equivalent in their English proficiency will take 10 credits EAP, and students with IELTS 6.0 or above will take 5 credits EAP.
Choosing ReasonsMORE
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Reasons from A*****************
I am intigued by the Program and my dream is to be a trained and later seasoned investment banker with particular interests in the Stocks and Commodities market. I am also excited by China's economic growth over the last decade or two. I want to participate in the market through study, research and development as well as hands-on participation.
- 3 Years ago
- Name:As****************
- From:Nigeria
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Reasons from B*****************
BECAUSE OF THE STRONG ACADEMIC REPUTATION AND INTEGRITY AND ALSO THE PROGRAM OF INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
- 6 Years ago
- Name:BA****************
- From:
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Program Highlights
- Take advantage of the IBSS Financial Lab and Trading Floor located on campus, which gives you access to a world of data for study and research purposes, including data feeds from the Thomson Reuters EIKON system, Bloomberg Terminal, Wind Financial Terminal, BondIQ Fixed Income Terminal, Wharton Research Data Services (WRDS), and CSMAR Financial Database
- Graduate with a degree recognised by the Chartered Financial Analyst Institute (CFA)'s University Recognition Program
- Connect with industry through internship, networking and work experience opportunities
- Earn a University of Liverpool degree that is recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education.
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Program Description
OVERVIEW
The MSc Investment Management programme will provide you with a solid understanding of financial markets, securities and investment management theories and strategies. You will also grasp the complexities of contemporary economics and financial principles and how these apply to decision-making in financial intermediation, savings and investment. The programme is designed to meet the growing demand amongst banks, fund managers, regulators and other financial institutions in China and Asia. It aims to produce graduates who have specialist knowledge and an understanding of financial markets and investment management.
This is a practiced-based masters degree with the objective of preparing you for employment in the financial markets after graduation, though it can also serve as a base for further academic study. International Business School Suzhou has worked with Thomson Reuters, Bloomberg, Wind, WRDS, and CSMAR to offer students on this programme privileged access to the on-campus Financial Lab and Trading Floor as well as to a wealth of analytics and data on global financial markets for both study and research purposes.
Graduates of this programme, as with all XJTLU masters degrees, earn a University of Liverpool degree that is recognised by the Chinese Ministry of Education.
International Business School Suzhou (IBSS) is one of an elite group of institutions worldwide to be accredited by the AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) and EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System)in 2016 and 2018 respectively. AACSB accreditation is a globally recognised standard for the highest quality in business education. Only five per cent of business schools worldwide have been awarded the accreditation. The EQUIS accreditation is a quality certification system for business schools set up by the EFMD (European Foundation for Management Development). It has become the most global authoritative and select business school certification body in the world with its comprehensive and rigorous review process. IBSS becomes the youngest business school in the world to have received both EQUIS and AACSB accreditation. There are only less than 100 business schools that have received both AACSB and EQUIS accreditation. This is an important milestone in becoming a world class business school and highlights the strength and significant influence of IBSS at the international level.
DISTINCTIVE FEATURES
IBSS FINANCIAL LAB
IBSS is unique in China with its on-campus IBSS Financial Lab and Trading Floor. This trading and analytics room, created in partnership with financial institutes, has 25 positions and contains the Thomson Reuters EIKON system, Bloomberg Terminal, Wind Financial Terminal, Wharton Research Data Services (WRDS), and CSMAR Financial Database, used by financial institutions around the world for both trading and analysis purposes. These sophisticated terminals and databases give students access to a wealth of data for study and research purposes. Students will be trained to use these terminals. Students may take exams to obtain certificates offered by, for example, Thomson Reuters for its EIKON certificate, a valuable skill for anyone that wants to enter the financial industry, whether in China or abroad.RECOGNITION BY THE CFA INSTITUTE
The MSc Investment Management programme has been designed to map to the CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst) Program Candidate Body of Knowledge™ (CBOK) and has been formally recognised under the CFA Institute University Recognition Program.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
The MSc Investment Management programme will equip you with:
knowledge and understanding of financial markets in China and internationally
preparation for the CFA exam
training on the Thomson Reuters EIKON system, Bloomberg Terminal and Wind Financial Terminal, used throughout the financial markets and securities
training on programming skills in accessing Wharton Research Data Services (WRDS) and CSMAR Financial Database throughout the research on financial markets and investment strategies
specialist, technical knowledge in financial markets and securities
career guidance and support in CV writing, interview skills, and other career support servicesMODULES
Core modules
Financial Analysis
Quantitative Methods for Finance
Equity: Cash and Derivative Instruments
Financial Derivatives
Ethical and Professional Standards in Finance
Advanced Corporate Finance
Alternative Investments and Strategies
Fixed Income and Derivative Instruments
Portfolio Management
Industry Research ProjectAdditional learning activities
The completion of additional learning activities is required to complete your masters degree. Normally, required ALA hours will be distributed evenly across each semester, amounting to 200 hours per semester. Part-time programmes will normally require 100 to 150 hours per semester.Additional learning activities on MSc Investment Management include:
Development in Personal and Employability Skills
Postgraduate English
Chinese Language
Volunteer Work for University and School Projects and Events
Graduate Research Assistantship
Participation in IBSS research seminar series
CFA Research Challenge
Professional Software Skills
EIKON Certificate Achievement
Datastream Certificate Achievement
In-Company Project
Field Trip/Company visit
Career Development Activities
Graduate Work Placement
Family Enterprise and Ownership
Training in Advanced Quantitative and Programing Skills
Empirical Data Analytics
Time Series Analytics
Asset Pricing Analytics
Python and Machine Learning
Programing in SAS and VBA, etc.CAREERS
We are at a historic point in time as China, the world's second largest economy, deregulates and grows its financial markets. The country is short of qualified professionals, at both graduate and career levels, as financial markets are so new to the country. In the coming years we expect to see very high growth in the employment of new graduates with a solid education in financial markets and investment management. This is not just an opportunity for Chinese nationals who wish to work in Shanghai or other Chinese cities, but also for international students, as banks around the world build their "China desks" and search for people with knowledge and contacts within China. The MSc Investment Management programme at IBSS is designed to meet this growing demand.
FEES
Fees
RMB 120,000 for the entire 18 month full-time programme.Alumni discount
If you are a graduate of XJTLU, the University of Liverpool or Xi’an Jiaotong University, you will automatically receive a discount of 20 percent of the tuition fee.Payment options
Masters students have the option to pay tuition fees in instalments each semester. You can also choose to pay the fees upfront at the time of registration, in this case a discount of five percent of the total fees will be offered.
You will be asked to indicate how you would like to pay the fees when you confirm your acceptance of the unconditional offer. -
Entry Requirements
Year One entry
We welcome applications from high-quality candidates in all subjects with appropriate high school or equivalent qualifications. Students will normally be expected to have a high standing in their high school performance with a minimum B average in all subjects as well as relevant subjects.
Year Two entry
Students who have completed A-levels or International Baccalaureate (or equivalent) will be considered for entry into Year Two, different programmes have different subject-relevant requirements.
A-level: BBB
IB Diploma: 30 points
AP Exams/ACT Tests/SAT II Subject Tests - High school diploma with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or above, plus:
1. 3 AP exams: 4, 4, 4 or
2. SAT I: 1280 or ACT: 27, and 2 AP exams: 4, 4 or
3. 3 SAT II Subject Tests (taken prior to cancellation in 2021): 600, 600, 600Notes:
1. BEng Architecture, BA Filmmaking, BA TV Production & BA Digital Media Arts: require a digital copy portfolio review and an interview with members of Departments of Architecture and Design & School of Film and TV Arts, which can be conducted in person or via the Internet.
2. BA International Business with a Language: normally international students study Chinese and Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan students study Spanish or Japanese as the language option.
For year 2 entry international students, students who are Chinese zero beginners will take an extra 5 credits Chinese language course.
For year 2 entry Hong Kong/Macau/Taiwan students, students should be able to demonstrate an equivalent level of Spanish (DELE/SIELE A1) or Japanese (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test N5).3. BA Translation and Interpreting: for international and HK/Macau/Taiwan students whose native language is not Chinese, an HSK level 6 or the pass of the aptitude test arrange by the Department of Translation and Interpreting is required.
4. Programme in Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Mathematics, Industrial Design and Technology Science and so on require Mathematics and Physics.
5. Programme in Architecture, Accounting, Economics, Finance, Chemistry, Mathematics, Science and Digital Media Arts and so on require Mathematics.
You can also find more information on entry requirements on our Country/Region list.
English Language Requirements
For international applicants, if you are a non-native English speaker, or if you have not previously studied in English, you must have satisfactory English language skills to study at XJTLU. Various English qualifications are accepted:
Year One entry
IELTS: 5.0 (min 4.5 in all sections)
TOEFL: 62 (iBT)Year Two entry
IELTS 6.5 (min 5.5 in all sections)
TOEFL: 90 (iBT) (min 21 in any skill)English qualifications are not required for students from Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan who take the Joint Examination or the GSAT.
Students who are entering into Year One with less than IELTS 6.0 or equivalent in their English proficiency will take 10 credits EAP, and students with IELTS 6.0 or above will take 5 credits EAP.
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Fee Structure
Tuition Fee Master RMB 120,000 per year
RMB 180,000 in total (About $ 36,735)Accommodation Fee PARFAIT HOTEL AND APARTMENT(文萃酒店公寓) Studio RMB 70 to RMB 102 (More Details) SCHOLAR’S GARDEN APARTMENT(翰林缘公寓) Studio RMB 85 to RMB 105 (More Details) Other Fees Service Fee USD 54 Living Expense RMB 2,180 to RMB 2,780 - Application Materials
"*" means necessary documents that you must provide in your application.
*1. Photocopy of Valid Ordinary Passport
With name, passport number & expiration date, and photo included(Photocopy of valid passport identification page. Passport must be an ordinary passport and be valid for at least six months. Applicants currently residing in China must include a copy of the page containing a valid visa or residence permit.)
*2. Passport photo
A recent passport-sized photo of the applicant
*3. University degree certificate or enrolment statement (if you are a graduating student)
Certificate in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.
Prospective diploma winners must submit official certificate from their current university.*4. Original transcripts in undergraduate or graduate period and their notarized copies
Transcripts in languages other than Chinese or English should be translated into Chinese or English and be certified by notarization.
5. Certificates of English language qualifications
Such as IELTS, TOEFL or other acceptable English qualifications (as required)
6. CV(optional, but recommended)
*7. Two letters of academic reference
As part of the admissions criteria we require two references. These should be academic references if you have been in degree level (full-time) education at any point within the last three years and must bear the official letterhead of your referee's workplace and his/her handwritten signature. Your referees should be someone who is able to comment on your academic abilities, and your motivation and suitability toward your chosen programme. If you have graduated more than three years, you may provide one employer reference in place of an academic reference. IMBA applicants are required to provide two employer references.
You can download a template or sample from here.*8. Personal statement
The personal statement is your opportunity to convince admissions officers and academic staff why you should be made an offer to study. Your personal statement should be no more than 800 words in length.
9. Supporting Documents: Certificate of Good Conduct
Provided by your current/previous school/company in Chinese/English to improve your success rate.
You can download a template or sample from here.Tips:
For applicants who are in China: If you are an employee, you still need to provide employment separation certificate and your current residence permit. If you are a student, you need to provide transfer certificate, leaving certificate, certificate of attendance rate issued by previous school and your current residence permit. - How to Apply
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Change Log
- • The tuition fee has been updated to 120000 RMB April 7, 2024
- • The start date has been updated to September 1, 2023 October 11, 2022
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 15, 2023 October 11, 2022
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 30, 2023 October 11, 2022
- • The content has been updated. October 11, 2022
- • The tuition fee has been updated to 96000 RMB October 11, 2022
- • The service fee has been updated to 50 USD December 28, 2020
- • The start date has been updated to September 7, 2021 December 7, 2020
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 15, 2021 December 7, 2020
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 15, 2021 October 13, 2020
- • The content has been updated. October 12, 2020
- • The content has been updated. October 12, 2020
- • The application deadline has been updated to July 30, 2020 July 10, 2020
- • The content has been updated. July 9, 2020
- • The application deadline has been updated to July 15, 2020 April 20, 2020
- • The service fee has been updated to 100 USD March 3, 2020
- • The application deadline has been updated to June 15, 2020 December 20, 2019
Basic Information
·Starting Date : | Sep 1 , 2024 | |
·Duration: | 1.5 Years |
Teaching Language : | English |
Application Deadline: | Jun 15 , 2024 |
Tuition : | RMB 120,000 Per Year |
Application Fee: | USD 0 (Check Policy) |
Service Fee: | USD 54 (Check Policy) |
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