Antai College of Economics and Management of Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Antai College of Economics and Management of Shanghai Jiao Tong University (ACEM) is the business school of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, located in Shanghai, China. Founded in 1918 as the School of Transportation Management, it was renamed the School of Management in 1931. Today, ACEM offers a wide range of programs, including MBA, EMBA, Master's in Management, and Executive Education (EE), which consistently rank among the top 40 in the global Financial Times rankings. The college actively develops international partnerships through seminars and forums with leading business schools worldwide and is a member of the UNICON Business School network. ACEM successfully combines academic research with practical business experience, making it one of the leading educational institutions in China and beyond.
Since 2011, the college has held triple accreditation from AACSB, AMBA, and EQUIS, becoming the first business school in China to achieve this status.
Who may apply?
Field: GSB
Level of study: BA, MA (must complete 2 semesters before applying)
English proficiency level: English - B2, Chinese - HSK5 (optional, for choosing Chinese-taught courses)
Spots: 2
What is important to know?
Academic Calendar: Autumn: September ~ January (18 weeks); Spring: February ~ June (18 weeks)
Course selection restrictions: none, but only courses offered at the Minhang and Xuhui campuses
Master’s students can choose English-taught courses from the Master of International Business program (see the brochure)
Minimum GPA: 3.0/4
Grading system:
Bachelor
Master
Administrative Fees: none
Accommodation: dormitory places are available upon registration for nominated students (availability is not guaranteed). Estimated minimum living expenses range from approximately 4,000 to 7,000 yuan per month, including accommodation and meals, for students living off campus.
Health Insurance: insurance must cover the entire period of stay at ACEM, as well as expenses for repatriation.
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What do the students say?
MSc Retail Management
BSc Business Administration
MSc International Management
MSc International Management
What campus looks like
Antai College of Economics and Management (ACEM)
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