9
Frontier Lectures
8
Corporate Visits
6
Cultural Sessions
3
Themed Weeks
1
Final Team Showcase
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Three weeks in the world's most dynamic business region
Shanghai is an international hub for economics, finance, trade and shipping — and is on its way to becoming a globally influential center for technological innovation. In summer 2027, come to SUFE to immerse yourself in BEST (Business + Entrepreneurship + Smart Technology) Summer School, experience the business dynamics of one of the world's most economically vibrant regions, and sharpen the global perspective and leadership skills that matter for future business elites.
PILLAR 01
From Campus
to Industry
to Industry
A seamless integration of "academics + practice" — three themed lecture series plus in-depth visits to top-tier companies and institutions.
PILLAR 02
From Business
to Technology
to Technology
Gain cutting-edge business knowledge and a first-hand view of the latest developments in business technology in one of the world's most dynamic regions.
PILLAR 03
From Scholar
to Entrepreneur
to Entrepreneur
Understand the path to business success from multiple angles — taught by scholars, entrepreneurs, innovators and senior corporate executives.
MOMENTS FROM BEST 2026 · LECTURES / CORPORATE VISITS / CAMPUS LIFE
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PROGRAM MODULES
What you will experience
M1
Thematic Lectures — Digital Economy, AI, Innovation & Entrepreneurship
9 frontier lectures delivered over three weeks in three themed series — Digital Economy, Artificial Intelligence, and Innovation & Entrepreneurship — giving you a ground-level view of China's industrial landscape, evolving technologies and sci-tech innovation ecosystem.
M2
Corporate Visits & Practical Learning
8 organized business study tours to leading enterprises, sci-tech platforms and industrial parks across Shanghai — on-site insights into industrial achievements under the Chinese path to modernization.
M3
Chinese Culture Experience & Urban Exploration
6 cultural sessions integrating traditional Chinese culture with field visits that trace Shanghai's urban development — from the historic Bund to the city's new landmarks.
M4
Project Research & Final Presentation
Multiple rounds of thematic seminars guide group research built on the lectures and site visits, culminating in a final team showcase on the last program day.
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SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
Three weeks, three themes
WEEK 1
Digital Economy
WEEK 2
Artificial Intelligence
WEEK 3
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
View the full 3-week timetable +
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| Date | Day | Morning | Afternoon / Evening |
| Jun 27 | Sun. | Arrival & Check-in | |
| Jun 28 | Mon. | Registration, Opening Ceremony & Welcome Orientation | Cultural Excursion: Shanghai Center Night Tour of the Bund & Huangpu River Cruise |
| Jun 29 | Tue. | Lecture: Digital Economy | Campus Tour & Exchange between Chinese and International Students |
| Jun 30 | Wed. | Lecture: Digital Economy | Cultural Workshop |
| Jul 1 | Thu. | Corporate Visit & Industry Practice | Corporate Visit & Industry Practice |
| Jul 2 | Fri. | Lecture: Digital Economy | Cultural Workshop |
| Jul 3–4 | Sat.–Sun. | Free Time | |
| Jul 5 | Mon. | Lecture: Artificial Intelligence | Cultural Workshop |
| Jul 6 | Tue. | Lecture: Artificial Intelligence | Project Discussion |
| Jul 7 | Wed. | Corporate Visit & Industry Practice | Corporate Visit & Industry Practice |
| Jul 8 | Thu. | Lecture: Artificial Intelligence | Cultural Workshop |
| Jul 9 | Fri. | Corporate Visit & Industry Practice | Corporate Visit & Industry Practice |
| Jul 10–11 | Sat.–Sun. | Free Time | |
| Jul 12 | Mon. | Lecture: Innovation and Entrepreneurship | Cultural Workshop |
| Jul 13 | Tue. | Corporate Visit & Industry Practice | Corporate Visit & Industry Practice |
| Jul 14 | Wed. | Lecture: Innovation and Entrepreneurship | Cultural Workshop |
| Jul 15 | Thu. | Lecture: Innovation and Entrepreneurship | Project Discussion & Report Preparation |
| Jul 16 | Fri. | Group Presentation & Closing Ceremony | Free Time |
| Jul 17 | Sat. | Check-out & Departure | |
* The schedule is subject to change. SUFE will keep participants updated on any changes. All times are Beijing time.
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ACCOMMODATION
Stay comfortable, stay focused
LIVING ARRANGEMENT
Twin-share room in an off-campus hotel
Two participants share a twin room in a partner hotel near campus for the whole program.
ROOM AMENITIES
Air conditioner · Bathroom · Telephone · TV set
Water dispenser · Internet access
Bed with pillow, sheet and quilt
Water dispenser · Internet access
Bed with pillow, sheet and quilt
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APPLICATION & ADMISSION
Eligibility, materials and how to apply
WHO CAN APPLY
• Non-Chinese citizens
• Aged 18–40, in good health
• Native English speakers, or proof of English proficiency: IELTS ≥ 5.5 · TOEFL iBT ≥ 60 · Duolingo ≥ 90
• Aged 18–40, in good health
• Native English speakers, or proof of English proficiency: IELTS ≥ 5.5 · TOEFL iBT ≥ 60 · Duolingo ≥ 90
REQUIRED MATERIALS
• Personal photo
• Passport info page (expiry no earlier than Aug 30, 2027)
• English proficiency proof (not required for native speakers)
• Transcript of the highest academic level (notarized translation if not in Chinese/English)
• Study plan / personal statement
• Personal resume
• Payment proof / student ID
• Passport info page (expiry no earlier than Aug 30, 2027)
• English proficiency proof (not required for native speakers)
• Transcript of the highest academic level (notarized translation if not in Chinese/English)
• Study plan / personal statement
• Personal resume
• Payment proof / student ID
HOW TO APPLY — 4 STEPS
1
Pay the application fee
CNY 415 via bank transfer.
The application fee is non-refundable.
The application fee is non-refundable.
2
Apply online
Log in to SUFE's International Student Online Application System (ao.sufe.edu.cn), fill in the form and upload color scans of all materials.
3
Review & results
Applications are reviewed by the Admission Office; an interview may be arranged if needed. Results via the system by mid-April 2027.
4
Confirm & visa
Confirm enrollment, then apply for a Chinese visa after receiving the admission materials.
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FEES & PAYMENT
Application fee and remittance
Application fee: CNY 415 per person (non-refundable).
* SUFE current students and students from partner institutions are eligible for a fee waiver — upload a scanned copy of your student ID card as supporting documentation.
Bank transfer information
Domestic transfers (Chinese mainland)
Payee: 上海财经大学
A/C: 442959257313
Bank: 中国银行上海市五角场支行
A/C: 442959257313
Bank: 中国银行上海市五角场支行
International transfers
Payee: SHANGHAI UNIVERSITY OF FINANCE AND ECONOMICS
Address: 777 Guoding Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai, China
A/C: 442959257313
Bank: BANK OF CHINA SHANGHAI BRANCH
Swift Code: BKCHCNBJ300
Bank Address: BANK OF CHINA TOWER, 200 Mid Yincheng Road, Shanghai 200120, China
Address: 777 Guoding Road, Yangpu District, Shanghai, China
A/C: 442959257313
Bank: BANK OF CHINA SHANGHAI BRANCH
Swift Code: BKCHCNBJ300
Bank Address: BANK OF CHINA TOWER, 200 Mid Yincheng Road, Shanghai 200120, China
* If paying from a mainland account, provide the payee's information in Chinese; otherwise in English.
* Include your applicant number / name in the payment.
* Handling or telegraph fees for cross-border / inter-bank payment shall be borne by the payer.
* The application fee is non-refundable, regardless of the admission result.
* Include your applicant number / name in the payment.
* Handling or telegraph fees for cross-border / inter-bank payment shall be borne by the payer.
* The application fee is non-refundable, regardless of the admission result.
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GALLERY
Life at BEST, Shanghai
CULTURAL SESSIONS · COMPANY VISITS · CAMPUS LIFE · CITY EXPLORATION
CONTACT US
Start your BEST summer in Shanghai
ADDRESS
Room 619, No. 321 Wudong Road,
Yangpu District, Shanghai, China 200433
Yangpu District, Shanghai, China 200433
TEL
+86-21-65315724
E-MAIL
ices@sufe.edu.cn
WECHAT OFFICIAL ACCOUNT
APPLY NOW
Application window: Nov 15, 2026 – Mar 15, 2027
* All times and dates above are Beijing time. The schedule is subject to change.
* Admission Office, International Cultural Exchange School (ICES), SUFE reserves the right of final explanation for the information aforementioned.
* Admission Office, International Cultural Exchange School (ICES), SUFE reserves the right of final explanation for the information aforementioned.
