Learning Asian culture and finance through a chinese perspective. Past Review
By Josh A (Finance and Financial Management Services., Bentley University) - abroad from 08/22/2012 to 12/17/2012 with
Shanghai University of Finance and Economics: Shanghai - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
It was a once in a lifetime experience. I learned small details of Chinese culture and daily life that is not learned in a classroom.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | 2 weeks - 1 month |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc. |
Very educational, Learn about finance and economics from a Chinese perspective along with the Chinese culture. |
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* Host Country Program Administration
On-site administration of your program |
The staff within in the program were terrific. The teachers knowledgeable and helpful. |
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* Housing:
How satisfied were you with your living arrangements? |
The housing was alright. The housing was dorm style housing. |
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The food was good but can get old after a couple of months. |
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
How integrated did you feel with the local culture? |
Learning about the culture was one of the best experiences. |
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* Health Care:
How well were health issues addressed during the program? |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | $125 |
| Do you have any general money-saving tips for future study abroad participants? | China is fairly cheap and one of the most cost effective study abroad programs. |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | None |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Intermediate |
| What was the highest level language course you had completed prior to departure? | one semester of entry level Chinese |
| How many hours per day did you use the language? | |
| Do you have any tips/advice on the best ways to practice the language for future study abroad participants? | The best way to learn a language is to integrate it throughout the day. |
Other Program Information
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A Look Back
| * What did you like most about the program? |
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | I wish I knew more Chinese before going abroad. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The NetworkerAn active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume. |
