Come join - SIAS International University - the first solely American-owned University in Central China

China became the second fastest growing economy in the world and has a high level of involvement in global business ventures including construction, development and production, studying in China has become the latest trend in the field of education. The number of Sri Lankan students enrolling in Chinese unive r s i t i e s h a s increased significantly over the last few years.

SIAS International University is the first solely American- owned University in Central China. Affiliated with Zhen- gzhou University, as well as Fort Hays State University of Kansas, it was developed and designed to respond to the most current educational demands. It is the first full-time undergraduate university approved by the Degree Committee of the State Council in China to grant both Chinese and American Bachelor’s Degrees. SIAS is also fully accredited by the China Ministry of Education.

When one selects SIAS as their study destination in China that leads them not only to learn Chinese language and culture but get and American bachelor’s degree in English language too. There are many academic programs tailored to meet the needs of today’s students living and competing in a global environment.

These are:

SIAS offers 76 undergraduate degree majors in a variety of disciplines including liberal arts, business management, computer science, economics, international trade, electronic engineering, fine arts, modern language, law science, nursing, architecture, music and performing art, Chinese studies, and physical education.

This is a standard four-year program.

Beginning in the fall of 2000, SIAS International University and Fort Hays State University ( Kansas) began a partnership to provide American accredited bachelor’s degrees in China for fluent Chinese speaking student and English Speaking student who speak English as a second language or as native language by having all necessary courses delivered in English.

SIAS has been approved to issue the following Fort Hays State University American degrees:

B. A. i n Org a n i z at i o n a l L e a d e r sh i p B. S. in Information, Networking, and

Telecommunication B. B. A. in Management

The Chinese Language and Culture Certificate Program is designed for International students. This program provides a “Language First” educational experience for those seeking to expand their knowledge of ancient and contemporary China in the fields of language, humanities, arts, and even traditional medicine. From a single semester to multi- year programs, students could choose a specialization from three available program tracks: Language, History and Culture, or Traditional Arts.

As a part of their international student recruitment program Ms. Karmi Lau Recruiting Director, School of Chinese Language and Culture, SIAS International University will be visiting Sri Lanka during thisweek. This would be a great opportunity for students who wish to have their higher education in a foreign country to take the first step towards making their dream come true. Students and parents are welcome to meet Ms. Karmito get more information on requirements for enrolling, university life and life in general in China.

This event is organized by Halcyon (pvt) Ltd, The Sri Lankan partner of the university, and one of the leading Management consultancy firms in Sri Lanka.

Call 077 0800 999 to make an appointment to meet University

representatives.