The International Business and Chinese Enterprise (IBCE) is the first and only undergraduate program in Hong Kong with an emphasis on international business activities between the United States and China.

It aims at training a group of future business leaders who are equipped with comprehensive knowledge about the business environment in China and the United States. IBCE is a joint program between CUHK Business School and the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina (USC). In IBCE, students are offered exclusive opportunities to explore the world and business by study trips, as well as the rare chances to train up their transnational mindset by working abroad. As such, IBCE students will be well-equipped to cope with any challenges upon graduation.

Program Overview

CUHK Business School and the Darla Moore School of Business at the University of South Carolina (USC) are together offering the International Business and Chinese Enterprise (IBCE) for undergraduate students interested in pursuing careers in international business with an emphasis on China and the United States.

The program builds on the unparalleled access that CUHK offers to China and Asia, the strong Chinese language programs available there, and the outstanding professors and curriculum of the School.

The Darla Moore School of Business at USC brings to its alliance its recognized excellence in international business education and its facility for developing innovative academic programs as well as its location in a region markedly integrated with the global economy.

Students from the two business schools will share a number of courses and experiences together. They will have abundant opportunities to create and sustain cross-cultural relationships with classmates and professors in Hong Kong and the United States. Additionally, through coursework, internships, study trips and travel, they will be able to personally experience the impact of culture on business practices.

Program Structure

This is a "4+1" program. Upon completion of the 4-year undergraduate degree at CUHK, participating students will receive a bachelor’s degree awarded by CUHK (i.e. Bachelor of Business Administration). Eligible students shall continue the 1-year Master of International Business (MIB) at USC.

Before graduation, IBCE students need to attempt the Computerized Oral Proficiency Assessment (COPA) organized by the Chinese Language Centre at CUHK or the Putonghua Shuiping Ceshi, and meet the required standards.

Career Prospect

Over the years, IBCE graduates are eagerly sought after by the most prestigious global companies. Breakdown of offers accepted by IBCE graduates in the past 3 years.