Nanjing University (NJU)

What you'll study

The programme combines core business disciplines with specialised study of international trade. Students take foundational courses in microeconomics, macroeconomics, accounting and managerial finance, then progress to trade-focused modules such as international trade theory and policy, international marketing, global supply chain and logistics, customs and trade compliance, and international business law. Practical skills are emphasised through courses in international trade practice (export-import procedures and documentation), international settlement and foreign exchange, cross-cultural management and negotiation, and data analysis for business decisions.

Typical modules and topics include:

• Principles of Economics and Business Statistics
• International Trade Theory and Policy
• International Marketing and Market Entry Strategies
• Global Supply Chain Management and Logistics
• International Finance and Foreign Exchange
• Business Law with focus on international contracts and dispute resolution
• Export–Import Operations and Customs Procedures
• Cross-cultural Communication and Negotiation
• Research Methods and a final-year dissertation or capstone project

Language options and elective choices vary: students may study in Chinese-medium pathways with Mandarin language and China-focused trade modules, or in English-medium courses where available. Practical learning is supported by case studies, simulations, internships and collaboration with industry partners.

Entry requirements

Admission criteria differ for domestic and international applicants. Domestic applicants typically gain entry through the national university entrance examination (Gaokao) with scores meeting the university's Faculty of Economics or Business thresholds. International applicants are usually required to hold a recognised senior secondary/high school diploma.

Typical entry requirements for international students include:

• A completed high school qualification equivalent to the Chinese senior secondary diploma.
• Academic transcripts and a school-leaving certificate.
• Proof of language ability: for programmes taught in English, recognised English language test scores (such as IELTS or TOEFL) or equivalent evidence; for programmes taught in Chinese, a Chinese proficiency certificate (HSK) or completion of a preparatory Chinese language programme may be required.
• Additional documents such as a personal statement, recommendation letters and a copy of passport. Some applicants may be invited to an interview or entrance test.

Specific minimum qualifications and documentation vary by intake and applicant category; prospective students should consult the university's official admissions pages for detailed, up-to-date requirements.

Career prospects

Graduates from the International Business and Trade programme commonly move into roles that require understanding of cross-border commercial activity and international markets. Typical career paths include positions in:

• Export/import management and trade operations within trading firms and manufacturing companies
• International marketing and market development roles
• Logistics, freight forwarding and supply chain coordination
• Commercial banking, trade finance and foreign exchange services
• Customs brokerage, compliance and trade consultancy
• Policy roles in trade associations, chambers of commerce or government trade departments
• Management consulting and business development functions with an international focus

Graduates also frequently continue to postgraduate study in business, international economics, law or specialised fields such as logistics and supply chain management.

Why study at Nanjing University (NJU)

Nanjing University is one of China’s oldest and most established comprehensive universities, with strong academic departments in economics, management and international studies. Studying international business and trade at NJU offers access to experienced faculty, research-led teaching and a broad curriculum that bridges theory and practical skills.

The university’s location in Nanjing places students in a major commercial and transport hub with proximity to industry clusters and multinational companies in the Yangtze River Delta region, facilitating internships and employer links. NJU also maintains international partnerships and exchange programmes that provide opportunities for study abroad, international internships and exposure to diverse business environments.

Students benefit from campus career services, enterprise incubation support and alumni networks that can help with recruitment into trade firms, financial institutions and multinational corporations.