Chinese Government Scholarship

Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program

International Master of Public Administration (IMPA) Program (Global Development and Governance)

in University of International Business and Economics (UIBE)

I. Introduction

The Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program under the Chinese Government Scholarship is dedicated to cultivating professionals with a broad international vision, outstanding overall competence, excellent leadership and cross-cultural literacy in global governance. This program is implemented by the China Scholarship Council (CSC).

The International Master of Public Administration (IMPA) – Global Development and Governance Track at the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE) builds on the university’s world-renowned legacy in open-economy studies and its top-tier national Public Administration program. It aims to train the next generation of global governance leaders: professionals proficient in modern public administration, deeply familiar with international regulatory frameworks, and armed with exceptional cross-cultural leadership capabilities.

Aligned with China’s national strategy of active and leading engagement in global governance, this program delivers an unparalleled learning journey through its pioneering “Multi-Driver Synergy" educational model:

·Global-Local Immersion: With fully integrated programming for both Chinese and international students, you will join local peers in field studies, academic seminars, and research projects, fostering a global network through deep, meaningful collaboration.

·Tech-Forward Capability Building: You will have access to state-of-the-art facilities such as the Digital Economy Laboratory and the Virtual Simulation Lab for International Trade Rules, where big data and AI-empowered research environments help you sharpen the problem-solving skills needed to tackle the world’s most complex issues.

·Practice-led Learning: Our faculty features leading academics and practitioners, many with prior secondment experience at national ministries and deep on-the-ground expertise in international affairs. Through real-world case studies, high-level guest lectures, and internships at international organizations, you will gain firsthand insights into China’s governance approaches and apply your theoretical knowledge to global development challenges.

Choosing the Global Development and Governance track means joining a tight-knit, global distributed community of high-achieving alumni. UIBE has nurtured nearly 5,000 outstanding leaders across the world, including nearly 70 sitting and former customs commissioners, who will be part of your professional support network. Here, you will not only master cutting-edge theories of international public administration, but also unlock direct pathways to the global stage, positioning yourself as a pivotal force for stronger international cooperation and sustainable global development.

II. Program Details

1. Program Objectives

This program prioritizes the in-depth integration of theory and practice. Through a multi-faceted framework of specialized coursework, thematic expert lectures, advanced seminars, immersive field research, and structured international internships, you will build sharpened contextual understanding of and agile capacity to respond to public administration and policy dynamics across contemporary Chinese and the wider world. Co-taught by globally recognized academics and practitioners with extensive international experience, the curriculum balances academic rigor and real-world applicability, equipping you with a robust foundation to step into senior leadership roles in government departments, international organizations, and cross-boarder public affairs in the years ahead.

2. Academic Calendar

The IMPA program follows a “1+1” timeline. Each academic year consists of two 14-week semesters: Fall (Early September – Late December) and Spring (Late February – Late May).

3. Medium of Instruction: All courses are delivered entirely in English.

4. Degree Requirements

The IMPA program features an innovative three-dimensional curriculum structure of "Core Courses, Specialization Tracks, and Hands-On Practice”, with a total of 42 credits needed for graduation. The program follows a “1+1” timeline: you will accomplish all coursework and earn every required credit on UIBE’s campus in the first academic year, return to you home country to conduct research and finalize your master’s dissertation in the second academic year, and then come back to UIBE in the subsequent spring semester to defend your thesis in person, following UIBE’s academic regulations. Once you meet all graduation requirements, you will receive a Master of Management degree awarded by UIBE.

5. Scholarship Coverage: Full scholarship, with a designated on-campus study duration of one academic year

6. Program Structure:

1) Interactive Classroom Learning: The IMPA program delivers its curriculum through a dynamic mix of in-person lectures, case study workshops, industry guest seminars and one-on-one faculty mentorship;

2）Thematic Expert Lectures: The IMPA program hosts a regular series of exclusive guest talks, bringing in senior leadership from top Chinese government bodies (including the General Administration of Customs, Ministry of Commerce, and State Administration for Market Regulation), as well as senior practitioners from international economic and financial institutions like the AIIB, and distinguished experts from overseas universities. These sessions dive deep into targeted themes including global governance trends, current political affairs, and cross-cultural understanding.

3) Cultural Immersion Journeys: The IMPA program organizes guided cultural exploration tours across Beijing and selected out-of-Beijing destinations, to help you gain a nuanced, on-the-ground experience of China’s diverse cultural heritage.

Ⅲ Curriculum

Core Courses: Analysis of Public Policy, Public Economics, Research Methods for Social Science, Organizational Behavior, Economic Transition in Emerging Market, Business and Government in Global Marketplace, Government Regulation and Corporate Governance, International Organizations and Global Governance, Investment and Trade Policy of China, Financial Markets of China, Chinese Political System and Government Management, Digital Government: Theory and Practice, Elementary Chinese, Survey of China, etc.

The full list of course offerings is subject to the official program curriculum for the current academic year.

Course Type	Course Name	Class Hours	Credits	Offered in
				Spring	Fall
Core Courses	Public Economics	42	3
	Analysis of Public Policy	42	3
	Research Methods for Social Science	42	3
	Public Organization and Management	42	3
	Chinese Political System and Government Management	42	3
	Business and Government in Global Marketplace	42	3
	Strategic Management of International Businesses	42	3
	The Nonprofit and Voluntary Sector	42	3
	Elementary Chinese（1）	28	2
	Elementary Chinese（2）	28	2
	Survey of China	28	2
	International Trade Law	28	2
	Performance Management of Public Sectors	28	2
	Thesis Planning and Academic Writing	28	2
Elective Courses	Chinese Constitutional and Administrative Law	42	3
	Public Finance in China’s Central and Local Governments	42	3
	Seminar in Regional Economic Development	42	3
	Governmental Regulation and Corporate Governance	42	3
	Global Governance	42	3
	Governmental Financial Accounting and Reporting	42	3
	Comparative Study in Varied Countries and regions	42	3
	Venture Capital and Entrepreneurial Finance	42	3
	Public Policy and Management of Innovation	42	3
	Economic Transition in Emerging Market	42	3
	Financial Markets of China	42	3
	Investment and Trade Policy of China	42	3
	Theory and Practice of China Customs	42	3

IV. Admission Requirements and Procedures

1. Eligibility

All applicants to the IMPA program must meet the following requirements:

·Be a Non-Chinese citizen aged under 45 years old, in good physical and mental health;

·Hold a bachelor’s degree or above, with 3 years of full-time work experience, relevant professional background is preferred;

·Currently serve as a mid-to-senior level government official, enterprise executive, university/research institute administrator, or hold relevant work experience in an international organization;

·Be proficient in English for academic studies. Non-native English speakers are required to demonstrate English proficiency at a level equivalent to IELTS Academic 6.0 or TOEFL iBT 86 and above.

·Demonstrate strong career potential and be committed to promoting friendly exchanges and cooperation between China and your home country.

2. Application Procedures:

1) Online System Application

Please log in to the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System (https://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn/#/login) to complete your application. When filling out the online form, please select Scholarship Category ‘Type A’, enter UIBE’s agency code: 1563, select ‘Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program’, select the major ‘Public Management’, and set the study duration to ‘1 year’.

2) Email Submission of Application Materials

After completing the online application, please send all application materials (including your completed Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship) to uibescholarship@163.com via email. The email subject should be formatted as “YES CHINA + IMPA + Pre-admission Letter”. All submitted materials must be fully consistent with the documents uploaded to the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System. Once your application materials pass UIBE’s preliminary academic review or an interview organized by the program faculty, a pre-admission letter will be issued to you.

3) Pre-admission Letter Upload

After receiving your UIBE pre-admission letter, please log back into the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System‌, click the “Withdraw”‌‌ button to return to the editing page, and upload the pre-admission letter as a supplementary document.

4) Document Preparation and Submission Specifications

Please prepare clear color scanned PDF copies of all application materials listed in the “Application Materials” section below, and upload them to the registration system within the required time frame. Only legible, standard color-scanned PDF files will be accepted; unclear or non-compliant submission will not be processed. All application content must be completed in Chinese or English; hand-written application forms will be deemed invalid. UIBE does not accept hard-copy application materials.

3. Application Materials

1) Application Form for Chinese Government Scholarship: This form can be downloaded from the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System after you have successfully submit your online application. You may first submit your online application in the system to obtain the completed form, and then supplement and upload the pre-admission letter after you receive it.

2) Passport Biographical Page Copy: Submit a clear scanned copy of the biographical page of your personal ordinary passport. This passport must remain valid at least until the 30th of September of the intended enrolment year. If your current passport expires on or before the specific date, please renew it in a timely manner before submitting your application.

3) Personal Statement (Minimum 1,000 words): A reflective written statement that outlines your relevant professional experience, academic motivations, and a detailed study and research plan for the IMPA program, alongside any additional context you wish to share to support your application.

4) Professional Resume (in English)

5) Notarized Highest Diploma: A fully notarized copy of your highest earned degree certificate, issued in either Chinese or English.

6) Notarized Academic Transcript: A notarized copy of your complete academic transcript, issued in either Chinese or English.

7) Two Letters of Recommendation: Two official letters of recommendation from your current employers and/or professors. Each letter must clearly state the referee’s valid contact number and official institutional email address.

8) Employment Verification Letter (in English)

9) Language Proficiency Certificates: An official, valid English proficiency test report at a level equivalent to IELTS Academic 6.0 or TOEFL 86 and above. Applicants who have previously completed a degree program taught entirely in English may submit an official medium-of-instruction letter in place of the English test score report.

10) Foreigner Physical Examination Form: This form, printed by Chinese quarantine authorities and available for download in the attachments below, must be filled in English (the original copy shall be retained by yourself for future use). All medical examination items listed on the form must be completed, with no missing entries. Any incomplete form, form without your affixed photo, or form missing the attending physician’s signature and the issuing hospital’s official stamp will be deemed invalid. The physical examination result remains valid for 6 months from the date of issue, so please schedule your physical examination accordingly to ensure the result stays within the valid period.

11) Certificate of No Criminal Record: Submit an official, valid Certificate of No Criminal Record issued by the local public security authority in your country of residence. This document must be issued within 6 months prior to the date of your application submission to remain valid. For applicants from countries or regions where individuals are not eligible to apply for this document, you may download and submit the “No Criminal Record Commitment” from the attachments as an alternative.

Important Note: Only scanned copies of all the above documents are required for the application stage. Upon official enrollment and registration at UIBE, you must submit the corresponding original documents or notarized copies. All submitted materials will be retained by UIBE and will not be returned to you.

4. Admission Rules

1) UIBE’s Admission Committee will review all submitted application materials, shortlist qualified candidates on a merit basis, and submit the proposed pre-admission list to the China Scholarship Council (CSC) for further approval.

2) The final scholarship award decision will be made by CSC, which will organize a panel of independent experts and professors to conduct a formal review and final assessment of all nominated candidates.

3) Each scholarship recipient is only eligible to receive funding under one single Chinese Government Scholarship program.

4) If you are unable to travel to China and complete your enrollment within the specified registration period, your scholarship will be automatically disqualified.

5. Reminders

1) All materials uploaded to the CSC application system must be clear, authentic, and valid. You are strongly recommended to use a professional scanning equipment to digitalize all required documents. Any adverse consequences caused by unclear or unrecognizable uploaded materials shall be borne solely by the applicant.

2) To ensure you receive all official application updates and interview notifications smoothly, you must provide a valid personal contact number and an active, regularly checked email address.

3) Late submission will not be accepted under any circumstances. For the latest application deadline, please contact the Admissions Office, School of International Education of UIBE.

VI. Contacts

Admissions Office, School of International Education, University of International Business and Economics

Room 101, Building B of International Plaza

No.10, Huixin Dongjie, Chaoyang District

Beijing 100029, P.R. China

Phone: +86 (10) 6449 2329 / 6449 2327

Fax: +86 (10) 6449 3820

Email: uibescholarship@163.com

Website: http://sie.uibe.edu.cn

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