GEO Faculty-Led Programs in Shanghai, China
About the site
- Business / MBA
- Fashion / Entertainment
- Technology
- Topics in Chinese Culture and Society
Open to discussing other academic areas not listed.
- Program length abroad:
- 1 – 3 weeks
- Terms:
- Early January
- Spring Break
- Summer (May – June)
- Fall Break (November)
- Late December
Site availability may depend on program dates and site capacity for the requested timeframe.
- Minimum students: 10
- Maximum students: 18
Shanghai, China is a global economic powerhouse and a key player in international trade, finance, and diplomacy, making it an ideal destination for studying business, economics, entrepreneurship, international relations, and technology. The city is also a trendsetter in design, luxury retail, media, and entertainment, reflecting China’s growing influence on global culture.
Shanghai melds traditional with the future: it’s old-school, with traditional cuisine, opera troupes, tea houses, folk crafts, art museums, and people practicing tai chi or ballroom dancing in the parks, yet it’s also a hip city favored among China's young professionals. With some of the most creative, futuristic skyscrapers, the city remains an architectural mecca while the history and heritage of Shanghai are still readily discoverable.
Program options and components
The following are sample logistics and services that can be incorporated into a Faculty-Led Program in Shanghai, China.
Academic and co-curricular opportunities
- Classroom space is provided through USAC's host institution, Shanghai Normal University (SHNU).
- Guest lectures or presenters.
- Co-curricular activities or visits related to academic area.
The Faculty-Led Program course is identified and taught by the institution’s faculty. The academic content, syllabus, and credit is determined by the institution. No USAC credit is given, and the cost of instruction is not included in the program.
Cultural immersion and site experiences
Local site activities
- Examples include:
- City tour
- Museum visit
- Traditional garden visit
- Local cuisine class
- Tea ceremony
- Chinese martial arts workshop
- Survival Chinese class (no credit)
Day trip
- Examples include:
- Xitang Water Village
- Suzhou City
- Chongming Island
- Wuxi City
Site logistics
- Student housing:
- Single-occupancy service apartment
- Shared hotel room
- Program Leader housing:
- Single-occupancy service apartment
- Single-occupancy hotel room
- Welcome and farewell meals
- Breakfast typically included with hotel only
- Additional group meals may be added upon request
- Local transit pass
- Private transportation for activities when local transit or walking is not feasible
- Group airport transfers available for arrival and departure
Service and activity availability vary and cannot be guaranteed. Final inclusions and costs are outlined in the official program proposal based on program length and selected components. All GEO Faculty-Led Programs include USAC site staff support, access to USAC's Health and Safety Team, and CISI insurance.