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FBL China Intensive Program (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: Weihai, China
  • Program Terms: Trimester 3
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Credit Type: Undergraduate Deakin Faculty: Faculty of Business & Law
Program Type: Immersion Program Scholarships Available: NO
Click here for a definition of this term New Colombo Plan Funded: NO
Program Description:
 

Program

China intensive
About the program

Undergraduate Business students based in China have the opportunity of completing 1 or 2 units towards their degree in an intensive mode. The program has been developed in partnership with Beijing Jiaotong University (BJTU). The units will be delivered through a blended offering of online lectures supported by on campus tutorials.

Students undertaking the program will be able to experience on campus learning with peers from Deakin university enrolled in similar courses. The program will be facilitated by Deakin and BJTU academics and students will have access to a range of on campus facilities at the Weihai Campus of BJTU.
 
The program dates will be as follows:
MAF101 - Fundamentals of Finance: Monday 9 November to Friday 27 November  
MAA103 - Accounting for Decision Making: Monday 30 November to Friday 18 December
 
Conditions:
Must be eligible to undertake at least one of the units offered.
Must be willing to travel to Weihai and remain there for the entire duration of the program.



 
 

Cost and Funding

Important to note:

Cost and Funding
There will be no program fee. You will be enrolled as a Deakin University student and continue to pay Deakin University for the unit/s undertaken.Students participating expected to pay for their own:
  • Travel costs
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Daily living expenses including text books
  • Personal expenses
  • Any other incidental costs

Insurance is not provided in this program 

Accomodation
On campus accomodation can be organised at the BJTU Weihai campus. Accomodation cost per unit (3-weeks) will be as follows:
 
  • 150 RMB for a 4-person room
           Rooms are located in the second and third dormitories of the campus, with elevators. Each dormitory has an upper bunk and a lower table, with  
           separate bathroom and air conditioning. Each floor is equipped with public washrooms, each building is equipped with a laundry room and a kitchenette,
           equipped with washing machine and dryer (paid), hair dryer, garment ironing machine, induction cooker, etc.
 
  • 390 RMB for a 2-person room
          The twin room is in dormitory building No. 1 on the campus without elevator. Each dormitory has its own bathroom, balcony, refrigerator, air conditioner and
           washing machine. Each floor is equipped with a kitchen.



 
 

Unit Information


Students can undertake one or both of the following units:

MAF101 - Fundamentals of Finance
Topics to be addressed in this introductory finance unit include: what finance is and why it is important to individuals and businesses; basic mathematical concepts involving the time value of money determining present values and future values; the basics of Australian monetary system and the determination of interest rate; the nature of return and risk; risk/return measurement and application; the basics of Australian financial system; foreign exchange market and transactions; the basics of global financial markets.

MAA103 - Accounting for Decision Making
This introductory course teaches students how to use accounting information to make appropriate business decisions. Students will learn to apply the fundamental concepts of double-entry accounting to record transactions, prepare financial reports, and to analyse and interpret their meaning. Students learn to use management accounting budgets and planning techniques, and will consider contemporary issues such as the role of ethics and the use of Integrated Reporting.







 
 

Testimonials

Here are some comments from students who undertook the pilot program in June 2020,
 
  • "I had a wonderful experience as it helped me to explore my career interest and improve on my soft skills as well. I had an unforgettable experience in terms of learnings, team memories and dedication from all organisers of the program"
 
  • "As this was my first internship, it was a very rewarding one for me because I was extremely satisfied with my academic team who helped through every bit. It was like we could see and experinece the effort they put to being us all together and help us with our reports. This experience has helped me with my communication skills, professional experience and a lot more."
 
  • "I had such an amazing experience, working with real life clients and attending seminars where I was able to learn so much. I felt really supported by the academic staff as well."
 
  • "Such an amazing opportunity where I learnt so much and put myself up for a challenge that I didn't even know I was capable of doing. Had amazing support from my team members, the client and the academics and staff from Deakin. Would 100% recommend."
 
  • "As a mother with young children it was amazing to be able to work with an international team and company, having a cultural experience without having to travel as unfortunately that for my self at this time is not a option."
 
  • "The pilot Virtual Global WIL program was an amazing opportunity to work for some amazing clients and learn skills like Design Thinking and gain some consultancy experience. I had some great interactions with the academic team running the program and they were more than happy to give us their insights borne out of their vast experience. I made some great friends and learned to correctly leverage the connections I made to kickstart my career as a business professional."


 



This program is currently not accepting applications.