Introduction:

This coursework focuses on cultivating versatile and practical talents who are excellent in international trade, cross-border e-commerce and international logistics, and proficient in engaging in global business activities in both Chinese and English. Graduates should be equipped with global vision and cross-cultural communication skills, and be competent in import and export business, international trade financing, overseas market research, new media marketing, international business negotiation, cross-border e-commerce operation, cross-border logistics and other related work.

Highlights:

Students can enjoy the internationally diversified learning atmosphere, international standard curriculum, bilingual core business courses, original English textbooks and diverse international exchange opportunities in this program. Students can study at Guangzhou College of SCUT(GCU)for 4 years to obtain degrees conferred by GCU. Qualified students also have the option to apply for ‘2+2’,’3+1’program to study at our partner universities abroad in USA, UK, Canada and Australia in junior and senior years. Students who satisfy relevant graduation requirements will also be conferred corresponding degrees from our partner universities in addition to the degrees from GCU. Students might also be offered opportunities to attend master conjunction program.

Courses and Graduation Requirements:

General Education: 49.5 Credits

Foundation Course:34 Credits

Political Economy 3

Introduction to International Economics and Trade 1

Microeconomics 3

Macroeconomics 3

Cross-Cultural Communication 3

Principles of Financial Accounting 3

Statistics 3

Public Finance 3

Principles of Finance 3

Econometrics 3

International Economics 3

Principles of Management 3

Core Course: 18 Credits

International Trade 3

International Trade Practice 3

International Settlement 3

Principles of International Business 3

International Business Law 3

Principles of Marketing 3

Elective Course: 36.5 Credits

Theory and Practice of Cross-border E-commerce 2

International Logistics 2

International Marketing 3

Cross-border E-commerce Simulation 1

International Freight Forwarder Practice 1

International Business Negotiation 2

Foreign Trade Correspondence 2

Cross-border E-commerce English 2

Current Issues in International Trade 1

International Finance 2

Customs Declaration Practice 1

Documents Practice in International Trade 1

International Trade Simulation 1

International Investments 3

Practice and Training: 27 Credits

Total: 165 credits

Career and Job Prospects:

Graduates can be engaged in the international business-related jobs and foreign trade companies, or work at international logistics companies, customs clearance industry, foreign insurance companies, etc. They can also work in international settlement and financial leasing in state-owned commercial banks, foreign banks, financial leasing companies, and other financial institutions; or in the world's leading cross-commerce enterprises, mainstream cross-border e-commerce platforms, or self-employed. Or Qualified students can study for master's degree in China or go abroad for further study.

Introduction:

The ACCA program integrates ACCA core courses into the current accounting curriculum. The foundation and core courses are delivered in English or English & Chinese bilingual as the medium of instruction. It aims to develop the students’ theoretical and functional knowledge and skills that are expected for today’s professional accountants. Students can obtain comprehensive and in-depth knowledge in different facets of accounting and to prepare them for professions in Big Four accounting firms, multinational companies as well as large organizations. Accordingly, students will be required to study a range of general education, business, and marketing courses to achieve a balanced liberal arts and business education.

Highlights:

Students can study at Guangzhou College of SCUT (GCU) for 4 years to obtain degrees conferred by GCU. Qualified students also have the option to apply for '3+1' '2+2' program to study at our partner universities abroad in U.K., U.S.A., Australia and Canada in junior and senior years. Students who satisfy relevant graduation requirements will also be conferred corresponding degrees from our partner universities in addition to the degrees from GCU.

Courses and Graduation Requirements:

General Education: 55 Credits

Foundation Course: 18 Credits

Principles of Management3

Microeconomics         3

Macroeconomics        3

Principles of Finance      3

Economic Law         3

Statistics              3

Core Course: 34.5 Credits

Introduction to Accounting: 1

Financial Accounting Principles   3

Accounting Information Systems   1.5

Intermediate Financial Accounting I   4

Intermediate Financial Accounting II   4

Management Accounting   3

Advanced Financial Accounting   3

Financial Management   3

Auditing   4

Performance Management   2

Tax Law   3

Financial Statement Analysis   3   

Elective Course: 30.5 Credits

Cross-cultural Communication    3

Principles of Marketing    3

International Finance    2

Asset Evaluation    3

Corporate Governance    2

Business Ethics and Social Responsibility    3

International Accounting    3

Advanced Financial Management    2

Cost Accounting    3

Internal Auditing    2

Strategic Business Leadership    2

Strategic Business Reporting    3

Practice and Training: 27 Credits

Total: 165 credits

Career and Job Prospects:

Students could pursue further study abroad or pursue career in the areas of financial accounting, auditing, tax advising, and financial consultancy practices.

Introduction:

This program aims at cultivating pragmatic international accountancy talents by focusing on providing students with knowledge and skills highly demanded in the CPA job market. The study areas include theoretical and practical accounting, legal, regulatory and social context within which accounting operates, international financial management, tax, auditing and business law. By the end of this program, students will gain a solid foundation that may help fast track their career if they choose to progress into an accounting role, and pursue the CPA route in the profession.

Highlights:

Qualifiedstudents also have the option to apply for‘3+1’‘2+2’program to study at our partner universities abroad in U.K., U.S.A., Australia and Canada in junior and senior years.

Courses and Graduation Requirements:

General Education: 55 Credits 

Foundation Course: 18 Credits

Principles of Management3

Microeconomics         3

Macroeconomics        3

Principles of Finance      3

Economic Law         3

Statistics              3

Core Course: 33.5 Credits

Introduction to Accounting    1

Financial Accounting Principles    3

Accounting Information Systems    1.5

Management Accounting    3

Intermediate Financial Accounting I    4

Intermediate Financial Accounting II    4

Advanced Financial Accounting    3

Financial Cost Management    4

Auditing    4

Tax Law    3

Corporate Strategy and Risk Management    3

Elective Course: 31.5 Credits

Cross-cultural Communication    3

Principles of Marketing    3

International Finance    2

Asset Evaluation    3

Corporate Governance    2

Business Ethics and Social Responsibility    3

International Accounting    3

Advanced Financial Management    2

Cost Accounting    3

Internal Auditing    2

Financial Statement Analysis   3   

Government and Non-profit Organization Accounting    2

Practice and Training: 27 Credits

Total: 165 credits

Career and Job Prospects:

Students could pursuit further study abroad or pursuit career in accountancy, finance, auditing, taxation and management in accountancy professional body, private or public sector organizations.

① Big Data Finance and Investment

② Quantitative Investment and Intelligent Finance

Program Highlights:

The Investment Studies program provides a comprehensive education in the fundamentals of finance, including the principles of investing in and analyzing financial products like stocks, bonds, and futures. The curriculum emphasizes the application of cutting-edge technologies in the industry. To accommodate students with a humanities background, the program adopts a hands-on, practice-oriented teaching model using professional platforms.

In the Big Data Finance track, students learn to leverage big data techniques for financial analysis and investment strategies. The Quantitative Investment and Intelligent Finance track focuses on the application of artificial intelligence in financial investment.

Core Courses:

Introduction to Investment, Macroeconomics, Introduction to Fintech, Securities and Investment, Futures and Derivatives Investments International Investments, Fixed Income Securities, International Financial Markets, Investment Banking, Quantitative Investment and Artificial Intelligence, Python and Big Data Finance, Business Data Visualization, Blockchain Finance, and Financial Data Analysis.

Career:

Graduates can work in various financial institutions such as banks, securities firms, insurance companies, and trust companies. They can also engage in industry analysis and financial environment analysis at large management consulting firms. In fintech companies and investment banks, they can work on investment project evaluation and investment management. Additionally, graduates have the option to pursue further studies by enrolling in master's programs or studying abroad for advanced degrees.