The Perdue School of Business, in collaboration with the School for International Business at the Dongbei University of Finance and Economics in Dalian, China, offers students a chance to experience firsthand one of the world’s most unique and fast changing societies. The The Perdue Summer Program in China is based in Dalian, a port city in northeastern China. With its wide boulevards, beautiful green spaces, and beaches Dalian is one of the most dynamic cities in China.  The Program runs for three weeks from late May through late June. 

CLASSES:
ECON 441 International Economics: This course will study economic concepts and theories for international business, international trade and finance, commercial policy, foreign investment and multinational firms. Prerequisites: Econ 211, Econ 212 or instructor’s permission

BUAD 396 Business in Study Abroad: Financial Institutions and Markets in a World Economy: This course examines the structure and functions of depository and non-depository institutions, the money and capital markets, and the role of government in the financial markets. Emphasis will be on both US and international banking environments with attention to foreign exchange markets, exchange rate behavior, risk management and international trade financing. Prerequisite: FINA 311 with grade of C or better or economics major with senior status.

HOST INSTITUTION: Located in Dalian, a beautiful coast city at the southern tip of Liandong Peninsula, Dongbei (Northeast) University of Finance and Economics (DUFE) is a multidisciplinary university focusing on Economics and Management together with Law and Liberal Arts. DUFE is one of the top business universities in China. Graduates of DUFE hold key positions in various Chinese governmental, financial and banking institutions. The university has over 10,000 students (graduate and undergraduate). DUFE has established collaborative relationships with over forty foreign universities.

EXCURSIONS: The program includes significant travel within China.  Past excursions have included, Shanghai - the largest economic entity in China one of China's principle international cities, and Beijing – the capital city and the political, cultural, and administrative center of China. In Beijing students have visited the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, Summer Palace, Temple of Heaven, and the Peking University.

HOUSING: Students stay in the International House on DUFE campus designed for foreign students and faculty in Dalian. While in Beijing, students stay at the International Student Activity Center with easy access to city center. Both places are facilitated with air conditioning, private full bath, TV, and more.

COST: Estimated cost for the Perdue Summer in China program is $4700.  The final cost will be determined in Spring 2011.  These costs will include tuition, airfare, lodging, field trips, scheduled sight-seeing, and most meals.