Introduction
WHY LINGNAN?
One of the leading MBA programs in China
Lingnan MBA program is among the top ten programs nationally and enjoys an unshakable leading position in south China. In 2018, the Financial Times ranked the Lingnan MBA program 5th in mainland China and 18th in the Asia-Pacific region.
Close Partnership with MIT Sloan
In 1998, Lingnan began its partnership with MIT Sloan School of Management, and now the collaboration has grown into course co-teaching, visiting fellows program, study tour, as well as exclusive opportunity for MIT MSMS Dual Degree program. Furthermore, all the Lingnan-MIT International MBA graduates will receive a certificate from MIT Sloan and be recognized as MIT Sloan Affiliate Alumni.
Triple Crown international accreditations
Lingnan has achieved Triple Crown accreditations from AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA, which is an exclusive quality indicator reflecting the quality of our program. We're proud to be part of the top 1% of all business schools globally.
Located in Guangzhou, the southern gateway to China
China has become the second largest economy in the world and Guangzhou is the largest and most flourishing industrial and foreign trade center in south China with pleasant weather and good air quality.
GLOBAL IMMERSION PROGRAMS
Dual Degree Program
Aiming to provide the most up-to-date business perspectives and knowledge, Lingnan offers full-time international MBA students with the opportunity to get a dual degree from the partner universities.
MIT Sloan Visiting Fellows Program
To further broaden the global business vision of international MBA students, Lingnan will select up to 4 international MBA students as MIT Visiting Fellows to study at MIT Sloan for one semester every year, which is one of the most strategic move for Lingnan international MBA program.
International Exchange Program
Lingnan has established exchange programs with 40 partner schools around the world. Students could apply for semester-based exchange to broaden their global visions and enrich their MBA experience.
International Study Tour
In addition to international exchange opportunities, Lingnan offers overseas study tour for MBA students to further broaden their global business perspective. Every summer since the year of 2012 Lingnan (University) College has organized international study tours in the U.S.A. and Europe. The study tours include lectures, company visits, and student events.
CORPORATE CONNECTIONS
Action Learning Program
Lingnan international MBA program integrates Action Learning in the core of its curriculum. International MBA students are assigned to specific projects that emphasize the application of traditional classroom learning into real-life settings while addressing critical business issues faced by corporate clients.
Lectures and Forums
Lingnan (University) College and Lingnan MBA Center provide various lectures and forums, opening windows for the students to understand the rapidly changing business world and to communicate with the industry elites and senior executives.
Scholarship
Lingnan has established an extensive and stable network with leading domestic and international enterprises. Many of Lingnan corporate partners, including Deloitte, Bayer, Pepsi, GlaxoSmithKline, Cisco, Olympus and Toyota, provide scholarships for MBA freshmen.
CURRICULUM
Year One
1st Semester
Core Courses
Ethics and Leadership (2 credits)
Data, Model, and Decision-making (3 credits)
Managerial Economics (3 credits)
Financial Accounting (3 credits)
Organizational Behavior (3 credits)
Compulsory Courses
Orientation (1 credit)
International Experience (1 credit)
2nd Semester
Core Courses
Marketing Management (3 credits)
Corporate Finance (3 credits)
Strategic Management (3 credits)
Macro Economics(3 credits)
Compulsory Courses
Project-based Learning (3 credits)
Summer Break
Optional Courses
Year Two
3rd Semester
Exchange/ Dual Degree
Optional Courses
Thesis Writing Preparation
4th Semester
Exchange/ Dual Degree
Optional Courses
Thesis Writing & Thesis Defense
Admission
Bachelor’s degree
An acceptable GMAT or GRE score within the period of validity will be preferred
Tuition
CNY180,000 (cost of textbook and accommodation fees are excluded)
Documents
Application online via https://sysu.17gz.org/
Email documents to lizhim3@mail.sysu.edu.cn: transcript, degree certificate, passport copy, two recommendation letters and resume
Deadlines
To apply for entry at the fall semester, applications should be submitted before March 30 each year.
Process
Jan-March: Submit application documents
April-May: Interview by Lingnan MBA Center
June: Receive the confirmation letter
July: Obtain the written enrollment notice
August: Register and pay tuition; Orientation
Contact Us
Adds: Room 302, Lingnan MBA Center, Lingnan (University) College, Sun Yat-sen
University, 135 Xingangxi Road, Haizhu District, Guangzhou, 510275, China
Tel: 86-20-84115222
Fax: 86-20-84111918
E-mail: lizhim3@mail.sysu.edu.cn
Website: http://mbasys.lingnan.sysu.edu.cn/en
