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 Master of International Finance (MIF) Program is specially designed for mid-to-senior government officials, and middle and senior management personnel from leading financial institutions and enterprises. Aligned with the Belt and Road Initiative, this program aims to provide talent support for accelerating the economic development of Asian and African countries and advancing regional economic integration, while continuously building a talent pool that underpins the core competitiveness of international multilateral financial institutions. It prioritizes nurturing regional cooperation policymakers and implementers with a global strategic mindset, financial management talents capable of driving Asian and African economic integration, and entrepreneurs dedicated to boosting regional connectivity across Asia and Africa.
Backed by the top-tier faculty and proven teaching expertise of UIBE’s China School of Banking and Finance, this one-year English-taught program enables students to systematically master the theories and practices of development-driven international financial cooperation. Throughout the program, students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the economic and policy ecosystems in Belt and Road countries, keep pace with cutting-edge trends in global economic cooperation, and gain in-depth insights into China’s financial, legal, cultural and political systems.
II. Program Details
1. Program Name: Master of International Finance (MIF)
2. Scholarship Coverage: Full scholarship, with a designated on-campus study duration of one academic year
3. Program Structure:
1) Interactive Classroom Learning: Tailored to the diverse professional backgrounds of our cohort, the MIF 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) Business Field Trips: To deepen participants’ understanding of China’s financial and business landscape, the MIF program arranges regular curated visits to top financial regulatory bodies, leading commercial financial institutions, national-level economic and technological development zones, leading e-commerce platforms and pioneering fintech enterprises;
3) Cultural Immersion Journeys: The MIF program organizes guided cultural exploration tours across Beijing and selected out-of-Beijing destinations, to help participants gain a nuanced, on-the-ground experience of China’s diverse cultural heritage.
4. Course Arrangement and Credit Requirements
1) The curriculum integrates rigorous theoretical instruction with hands-on practical application, specifically designed to equip participants with robust capabilities to solve real-world challenges.
2) This full-time master’s program consists of mandatory modules and elective modules, with a minimum of 35 total credits required for graduation: 29 credits from compulsory courses and 6 credits from elective courses.
3) The MIF program follows a “1+1” timeline: participants accomplish all required coursework on UIBE’s campus in the first academic year, return to their home country to conduct research and finalize their master’s dissertation in the second academic year, and then come back to UIBE in the subsequent spring semester to complete their thesis defense in accordance with UIBE’s academic regulations.
5. Degree Awarded
Upon successful completion of all requirements in the program curriculum, earning the full required number of credits, submitting an approved master’s dissertation and passing the thesis defense, participants will receive a Master of Economics degree awarded by UIBE.
III. Academic Calendar and Medium of Instruction
1. Academic Calendar: The MIF 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).
2. Medium of Instruction: All courses are delivered entirely in English.
IV. Curriculum
Modules (Credit Requirement) |
Course Name |
Offered in |
Compulsory Courses (29 credits) |
Principles of Economics (3 credits) Risk Management (3 credits) Corporate Finance (3 credits) Money and Banking (2 credits) Investment (2 credits） International Financial Management (2 credits) Chinese I (3 credits) |
Fall Session |
International Finance (3 credits) Academic Writing (2 credits) Chinese II (3 credits) China Panorama (2 credits) |
Spring Session |
Online Chinese Study (1 credit) |
Spring & Fall Session |
Elective Courses (6 credits) |
China’s Capital Market: Opportunities and Complexities (2 credits) Fintech in China (2 credits) Introduction to Time Series for Macroeconomics (2 credits) Introduction of Chinese Economy (2 credits) Financial Innovation (2 credits) Financial Market (2 credits) Corporate Governance (2 credits) Financial Statement Analysis (2 credits) Behavior Finance (2 credits) Personal Financial Planning (2 credits) |
Spring & Fall Session |
Total |
35 credits |
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V. Application & Admission Process
1. Eligibility
An applicant must meet all 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 (Deadline: March 15, 2027)
Please log in to the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System (https://studyinchina.csc.edu.cn/#/login) to complete your application before March 15, 2027. When filling out the online form, please select Scholarship Category ‘Type A’, enter the agency code: 1563, select ‘Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program’, select the major ‘International Finance’, 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 + MIF + 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 (Deadline: March 25, 2027)
After receiving your UIBE pre-admission letter, please log back into the Chinese Government Scholarship Information System before March 25, 2027, 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 September 30, 2027. If your current passport expires on or before September 30, 2027, 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 MIF program, alongside any additional context you wish to share to support your application.
4) CV (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 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 a scholarship awardee is unable to travel to China and complete enrollment within the specified registration period, their 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.
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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