Singapore, April 14, 2023 – The Belt and Road Initiative Executive MBA Program (BRI EMBA) of Tsinghua University PBC School of Finance hosted an admissions event on April 14, 2023, in Singapore. The event saw an enthusiastic response from aspiring candidates who are looking to further their executive career in business.
Kan Cai, Associate Director of the Center for Finance EMBA, kicked off the event by introducing the program and its unique features. The Tsinghua PBCSF BRI EMBA is an attractive program for business leaders who are seeking to advance their knowledge and skills in finance. It focuses on developing a deep understanding of the Belt and Road Initiative and its impact on the global economy.
Kan Cai, Associate Director of the Center for Finance EMBA, kicked off the event by introducing the program and its unique features
Program highlights
● Finance Focused: 80+% of the curriculum is focused on finance and macro economies.
● Global Perspective: Students of the Program hail from 24 countries and regions.
● Forefront Practice: 80% of program faculties are regulatory officials and industry elites.
● BRI Insight: Class modules are cross-regional, ranging from Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen to Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta and more, exploring new investment opportunities under the Belt & Road Initiative.
The program's finance-focused curriculum is designed to equip students with the financial knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complex global business environment. The cross-regional class modules provide a unique opportunity for students to gain a global perspective on business and allow students to engage with business leaders from different regions of the world, providing them with a deeper understanding of the cultural and economic factors that influence business decisions. In addition, the program’s world-class faculty includes leading experts in their respective fields, with extensive experience in both academia and industry. They bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom, providing students with a rigorous and engaging learning experience.
Justin Chen, Founder of ALC Capital, illustrates BRI opportunities in terms of digital economy
Justin Chen, Founder of ALC Capital, and Stanley Xiangdong Zhang, Founder and Managing Director of Jubilee Capital Management Pte. Ltd (JCM), spoke as representative alumni of the program. They shared their experiences and how the program helped them achieve their career goals. They emphasized the importance of networking, which is a significant advantage of the program, as it provides opportunities to meet and connect with influential leaders in the Belt and Road countries. They also touted learning from each other among the students as an important learning experience that the program is trying to facilitate constantly.
Stanley Xiangdong Zhang, Founder and Managing Director of Jubilee Capital Management Pte. Ltd (JCM), speaks to prospective candidates
Justin and Stanley discussed the many advantages of the BRI EMBA Program. According to them, the program allows students to return to school and improve their overall capabilities, which is invaluable for career advancement. “The program offers comprehensive and fascinating teaching materials that refresh the students' knowledge system, enabling them to stay up-to-date with the latest theories and information,” Stanley remarked. Moreover, the program closely connects with China's financial policies, giving students a top-level design thinking perspective. Combined with China's actual situations, international students are able to better understand the characteristics of China's economy and the logic behind the policies.
They also commented on the program’s timely and targeted analysis of important events around the world, which enhances students' global perspective. He said that lecturers’’ adaptive teaching that is attentive and responsive to changes ensures that students receive an optimal learning experience. In addition, visiting and studying in different countries broadens students' horizons, and hearing real-life stories enables everyone to learn practical knowledge and experience.
Further, the diverse makeup of outstanding students paves the way for new careers and friendships, while the strong bond among classmates forms a network of mutual assistance, experience sharing, and information exchange. All of these advantages, Stanley remarked, make the EMBA program highly attractive for individuals who are seeking to enhance their knowledge, skills, and career prospects in the global business landscape.
The BRI EMBA Program has gained a reputation for being one of the top executive MBA programs in Asia. By participating in this program, students will gain valuable insights into China's economy and the booming rise of China, as well as the economy and enterprises in the BRI countries. They will also have the opportunity to connect with leading entrepreneurs from both China and BRI countries, and discover new business opportunities under the Belt & Road Initiative.
"We are delighted with the response we received at the admissions event," said Kan Cai, Associate Director of the Center for Finance EMBA. "The program has been designed to equip business leaders with the skills and knowledge needed to navigate the complex global business environment. We look forward to welcoming the next cohort of talented individuals to the program."
The admissions event was a success, and the program has received an enthusiastic response from applicants. The Tsinghua PBCSF Belt and Road Initiative Executive MBA program is now accepting the last applications for the 2023 cohort.
For more information, please contact:
Tsinghua PBCSF Belt and Road Initiative EMBA Program
Email: global@pbcsf.tsinghua.edu.cn
Phone: +86-10-6279-6208
Mobile: +86-13911167583
