Concordia University, located in Southern California, is an accredited Christian university offering a Master of Arts in International Studies (MAIS) degree with concentrations in International Business, International Education, and International De

Location:

Irvine, United States

Program Type:

Full Degree

Degree Level:

Master

Specialty:

International Business

Program Overview

Program Description:

Concordia University, located in Southern California, is an accredited Christian university offering a Master of Arts in International Studies (MAIS) degree with concentrations in International Business, International Education, and International Development alongside a 10 or 12-month salaried teaching contract in the People's Republic of China.

This unique program offers you the opportunity to:

• Study, research and gain first-hand experience in the political, economic, cultural and social life of contemporary China.
• Explore the strategic opportunities in one of the world's largest and fastest growing economies.
• Develop meaningful relationships with Chinese business leaders, educators, professionals and community members.
• Influence and impact the lives of a generation of young people in China.
• Acquire practical knowledge of educational, business and sustainable development contexts and practices, providers and clients, products and services, strategies and obstacles.
• Receive a graduate education with a year-long stay in China.

Program at a glance:

• Academic degree program (MA degree) with Concordia University Irvine -Concurrent China employment with full benefits (teaching English or teaching a subject of your strength in English)
• Cities to work at in China: Shanghai, Hangzhou, Kunming and their nearby cities
• Supervision and support from our representative office in China
• Three concentrations to choose from: International Business, International Education and International Development
• Accelerated program: 12-18 months to complete
• One summer semester on US campus, with the rest of the semesters in China
• TESOL certificate awarded before going to China
• Dual MAIS/MBA degree program available upon additional request
• No prior Mandarin language skills required (proficient Mandarin-speaking applicants will benefit by opting out of the Mandarin course, though)
• Cohort-based program that starts every June
• Networking opportunities and more
• Field thesis research in China
• No GRE/GMAT required
• Intensive Mandarin learning opportunity available upon request
• China Employment Benefits:
• Monthly salary (amount dependent upon qualifications and placement)
• Housing or housing allowance
• Legal work visa in China
• Reimbursement of round-trip economy class air ticket (China-US)

What do you do with your M.A. degree:

• Doctoral/advanced professional studies
• NPB/NGP Work • US Foreign Service
• Mediation/conflict Resolution
• International Education
• Corporate & Workplace Training
• Global Marketing & Consulting
• Multinational Import& Export
• Entrepreneurial Ventures

Application deadlines:

• Early deadline: December 1st  
• Regular deadline: March 1st
• ($50/$150 application fee US/Int’l)
   

Format:

Hybrid

Additional Program Information

Accreditation:

Concordia University is accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

Financial Aid:

Yes

Requirements:

Hold a bachelor’s degree; • Have a minimum 2.75 GPA • Are native English speakers or equivalent • Desire to teach in a new cultural settings • Are prepared to learn, serve, and lead • Posses cultural sensitivity, responsibility, diligence, resilience, independence, and ethical character

International Requirements:

Hold a bachelor’s degree; • Have a minimum 2.75 GPA • Are native English speakers or equivalent • Desire to teach in a new cultural settings • Are prepared to learn, serve, and lead • Posses cultural sensitivity, responsibility, diligence, resilience, independence, and ethical character