2015 AE Graduates

M.A. in Economics, The University of Edinburgh

Ph.D. in Economics, The University of Edinburgh

Mr. Xiao spent the most important years of his life at the University of Edinburgh. Not only has he successfully completed his Ph.D. in Economics there, but he also made a lot of friends and embarked on his favorite research projects. Because of his outstanding academic performance in postgraduate study, he got the opportunity to pursue his Ph.D. study with a full scholarship. He was also recognized as an excellent tutor at the University of Edinburgh. Mr. Xiao's advice to UIC students is that choose the most suitable goal for you, no matter it is to pursue further study or employment.

2020 AE Graduates

Ph.D. Student in Economics and Business, University College London

As a social science, economics is a discipline that explores the causal relationship in our daily lives, and it also teaches us how to make rational business decisions. I believe that undergraduate study is more important to equip us with the necessary skills for postgraduate study. The courses provided in the applied economics programme are very broad, which means that the choices for your postgraduate study will be more flexible. It is also relatively easy for graduates of the AE programme to transfer to other majors in the business school when applying for postgraduate study. So I chose to study in the AE program because I would have more choices in the future.

The curriculum of the Applied Economics program can well cover the content of economics at the undergraduate level, namely microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics. I also took courses related to calculus, linear algebra, and time series analysis in UIC in order to consolidate my quantitative research method. I think my four years of study at UIC have well prepared me for my postgraduate study, and as a result, I could quickly adapt to the requirements of various postgraduate courses and academic thesis writing. The instructors of the Applied Economics program are very approachable, and the in-depth communication with our faculty members during my studies also greatly inspired me for future career planning. I am very lucky to meet so many good professors in the applied economics program and it was such a pleasure to be instructed by them. They and those assistant instructors are those people who make this program so special to me.

The theoretical knowledge learned in UIC has helped me to transform it into practical ability to conduct empirical research for my postgraduate study. The four-year English teaching and learning environment also made me quickly adapt to the foreign educational system. In the future, I will continue to do research in the field of economics and business. I hope that after graduation from UCL, I can have a chance to return to my alma mater and contribute to the teaching and research of the AE program.

2016 AE Graduates

M.A. in the University of British Columbia

Ph.D. Student in Economics at University of Guelph

The four years of study in AE enabled me to analyze problems from the perspective of an economist. Economics is not only closely related to our daily life but also related to the macroeconomy and government policies. The AE faculty taught me many real cases, their professional experiences, and scholarly knowledge that helped me to study and analyze in a logical and systematic way. Apart from the rigorous academic atmosphere, the warm family atmosphere is also an important factor that UIC has offered me. I took advantage provided by the university to teach the year 1 and 2 students in weekly tutorials. Going to the University of British Columbia for further study, I will continue to grow to be a valuable citizen.

2015 AE Graduates

Ph.D. Student in Business and Economics, The University of Hong Kong

It has been seven years since I graduated from UIC. Looking back on my college life, I feel that the four years I spent in the Division of Business Management at UIC were extremely fulfilling. In addition to the professional knowledge, what impressed me a lot during my time at UIC was that I learned to be mature and independent, explore what I want in my life, obtain the courage to change, and accept all possibilities. All of these have become valuable wisdom in my future growth. And this wisdom further enriched my master's studies and my work, accompanying me all the way through my doctoral studies. Now, I am about to graduate with my Ph.D. and devote myself to academic research. I hope that what I have gained at UIC will continue to shine in my academic career and in my life afterward.

2021 AE Graduates

People's Bank of China

I now work in the People's Bank of China Lincang Branch, responsible for investigation and statistics.

Four years have passed quickly. In the days in UIC, I not only learned professional knowledge and gained great friendships, but also acquired the ability of teamwork and the spirit of never giving up. I have learnt to become a self-disciplined and self-strengthening person in UIC. In four years, I have been to the all-night study rooms many times, as well as the discussion rooms that need to be booked one or two weeks in advance. There are so many excellent peers of mine and all of them work extremely hard. Now, I will continue to work hard at my new job, with all the excellent qualities that UIC has taught me in my new journey!

2021 AE Graduates

M.A. in Economics, The London School of Economics and Political Science

After four years' study in UIC, I now move on to the London School of Economics and Political Science for a master's degree in Economics. Thanks for the life in UIC, I am looking forward to being a member of LSE. “Perseverance” helped me throughout my four years of study in UIC. UIC’s fast-pace learning environment helped me to learn how to manage my time efficiently while there are many tasks, and how to plan for my future study and future job. Although economics may not teach me the ideal job skills that matched perfectly to my future job needs, it enables me to understand the rules of operation of the society and the meaning behind economic policies. Therefore, I am eager to continue my research in this area.

2021 AE Graduates

M.A. in Economics, Johns Hopkins University

I love the free and tolerant atmosphere in UIC. The liberal arts education cultivates open-minded and well-rounded talents. We are free to choose the courses we like and explore our interests. The study schedule in Applied Economics is tight. Students spend most of their time on study. Teachers emphasize the application of model in real life which makes classes lively and interesting. I feel very lucky to study in UIC, I had learned my favorite knowledge of economics, and learned the operation of society from the perspective of economics. Finally, I would like to say that you will find your answer from where you spend most of your time.

2020 AE Graduates

M.A. in the Tohoku University, Japan

Looking back on the four years of studying and living in UIC, I experienced lots of “first times” in my life. It was my first time to leave home by choosing to come to UIC when I was 18 years old. Coming to UIC, it was the first time for me to learn to adapt to a new environment and arrange my life by myself. It was the first time for me to experience the unique English teaching environment and Whole Person Education. It was the first time for me to learn to be a good listener in group work. It was the first time for me to become a tutor for junior students. It was the first time for me to communicate with professors individually. It was the first time for me to apply to my favorite school and think about my future. All of these first-time experiences in UIC allowed me to get ready for future . UIC taught me a lot. No matter where you come from, what your major is, you can talk with the professors and the students of different majors and listen to a diverse range of views. The internationalized teaching style allowed us to go abroad for further study. Although I was slightly confused about my future because of COVID-19 outbreak, I am still very grateful for my choice- to go to UIC, which enable me to have a wide arragy of choices in the future.

2020 AE Graduates

M.A. in Economics, The University of Edinburgh

As time flies, the time spent in UIC has become my most treasured memory. Over the past four years, I met kindhearted and respectable teachers in UIC, made great friends, completed various courses and ultimately fulfilled my dream. UIC provides a hard-working academic environment as well as a embracing and vibrant campus culture. In UIC, I gained the skill of critical thinking, which not only helped me in my thesis writing at the end of the four year study of, but also helped me to prepare very well for my future study and career. Secondly, the curriculum in UIC accustomed me to the busy and self-disciplined study life and the medium of instruction in English perfected my English skills, which made my transition to the master’s study overseas much easier. To study at UIC is  the best choice in my life! Though 2020 is a difficult time for international students, most of my friends in UIC succeed in getting their ideal offers when they graduate. What I learned from UIC is that when you try to do things well, you will put forward a lot of hard work but you can enjoy the taste of joy from your success. I feel no regret. It is well worth it.

2020 AE Graduates

M.A. in Applied Economics, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

After four years of study in UIC, I was enrolled in the master's degree program of Applied Economics at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. I was grateful for the great advantages of international education that UIC had brought me and the unique way of thinking that UIC had imparted in me. I noted that UIC students know what they want to do at present and in the future better than students from other universities, and they will not give up their dreams for immediate interests and will not take a step off their paths because of the tumultuous environment. The international standards with high-caliber education in UIC provide students rewarding learning experiences and opened their eyes and minds to the world.

2019 AE Graduates

M.A. in Comparative Economics and Policy, London University

In the four years’ study in UIC, I felt equality and respect, especially in the communication between teachers and students. I felt very nervous when I bring my questions to my teachers as a freshman. Especially the fact that all communications are done in Englishincreased my stress level. Starting from the first knock on teacher’s office door, till making dinner appointments on WeChat or hanging out together with the teachers became the norm of my study life in UIC. I am grateful to many UIC teachers who accompanied me through my whole university life. Especially when applying for master study, teachers gave me full supports and encouraged me to apply for G5 universities. I feel grateful to UIC. If you ask me how UIC influences me, I would say that UIC taught me not to underestimate yourself, nor to overestimate yourself.

2018 AE Graduates

M.A. in Finance, Johns Hopkins University

In the past four years, the free and tolerant atmosphere in UIC made me feel the joy of studying and provided me many opportunities to explore my interests in different subjects. Additionally, UIC provides me with a first-rate study environment with modern high-techequipments, a clean and tidy campus, English-speaking atmosphere, and the various types of interest clubs, competitions, speeches and performances. UIC’s uphold of liberal arts education cultivates open-minded, well-rounded talents, enabling students to have all-round developments. The study life in UIC is pleasant and occupying. I set up my goals and future plans. As the teaching mode of UIC enables me to get used to the learning environment in the United States quickly, I am able to spent more time to get familiar with the new environment and make many interesting friends.

2018 AE Graduates

M.A. in Law, Peking University

At UIC, students in the Division of Business Management are required to study the course of “Principles of Law”, which laid a foundation for Ms. Liu’s future study. Since then, Ms. Liu took more courses related to law and took internship in court during vacations. She also studied the course of “Criminal Law” taught by Professor Lam (HongKong former barrister).

In her junior year, she got an exchange study opportunity at Lille Catholic University in France. Ms. Liu studied in IESEG School of Management and the Law School at the same time. The exchanging study experiences provided her an opportunity to study at the School of International Law at Peking University and made up her mind to pursue further study there.

After four years’ study of English at UIC, Ms. Liu felt the full confidence of taking the English test in the postgraduate entrance examination and spent three months mainly on specialized courses and comprehensive courses.

Ms. Liu says: "The English test is a major constraint for many candidates. Many of them start by memorizing words and spend a lot of time on the English test. Thanks to the English education in UIC, UICer's excellent English ability is a big advantage."

2017 AE Graduates

NetEase Marketing Planner

LAI Jia, a student in the 2017 AE graduating class, has been working in NetEase for three years. With plenty of student club experiences, the accumulation of corporate resources, and the experiences in organizing activities, she learned how to write a resume and how to shine in an interview, and also made many great friends. She said, "very grateful to join UIC Career Development Association, it taught me the skills and ability to work, it helps me to adapt to working position", LAI Jia also said, "I always think practice makes perfect, the practice allowed us to discover what we are interested in, it is the benefit owned by ourselves and the outcome will follow naturally."

2017 AE Graduates

Financial Supervisor at Dinlong Group Company LTD

It has been more than half a year since I graduated from UIC and entered the workplace. The most treasured reward of my four-year study in UIC is that I have improved my oral English and presentation skills, my ability to communicate and cooperate with teams to complete group projects, my ability to independently explore and autonomously learn. After four years, it gave me a tremendous head start to my career. I quickly adapted to different environments, worked well under pressure, and executed complicated tasks. Compared with other fresh graduates, UIC graduates have stronger competitiveness. In addition, which influences me most in the four years of study in UIC is that it expands my horizon and allows me to have an international perspective. It is my honor to participate in the study tour or sports development program offeredby UIC every year. These projects allowed me to establish friendships with many foreign friends, and allowed me to familiarize with foreign cultures. These past experiences of studying abroad have become even more precious after I started my professional life. I am foreever grateful that I chose UIC. The people I met and the tasks I accomplished in UIC have become the most precious experiences in my life and work. I hope that you can also become a better self in UIC.

2017 AE Graduates

M.A. in Knowledge Management, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Certificate of Excellence

Currently at Donnelley Financial Solutions in Beijing

I love UIC deeply.

I like to find a seat with a computer on the second floor of the library, make a cup of tea, open a book and sit there for the whole morning. I like to go to classes early for the seat in the front row, so that I can get closer to the teachers and closer to the blackboard. I like to go to Room F204 right after classes and find a seat to print the course materials for the next day. I like the view from the small balcony on the sixth floor of 8A, quietly watching the crowds passing by the town square. I like the meals in “Café De Coral”, pork chop with rice and the icecold lemon tea.

I always dream of returning to UIC one day to become a teacher.

2016 AE Graduates

Finance Department of Huawei Technologies Co., LTD

I now work in the North Europe Finance Department of Huawei Technologies Co., LTD. My daily job responsibilities include the financial management from budget to execution. After graduation from UIC, I went to Queen Mary University of London for further study, majoring in investment and finance. Upon graduation I received an offer from Huawei Technologies Co., LTD in London. The four-year study in UIC imparted in me professional knowledge, such as macroeconomics and microeconomics, accounting and financial knowledge. More importantly, it imparted in me different ways of thinking and a more logical learning style, especially thanks to of the very frequent group presentations,. Everything I have done in UIC has benefits me so richly in both my further study and now in my work.

2016 AE Graduates

Jones Lang LaSalle IP. Inc.

I currently work as a strategic consultant at Jones Lang LaSalle IP. Inc. UIC encouraged us to never stop trying different roles. During my four years at UIC, I also took elective courses in music, drama and journalism. The wonderful experiences in these courses enabled me to keep my passion and courage towards new things and gave me more abundant possibilities for life after graduation.

2016 AE Graduates

M.A. in the University of Hong Kong

Now Financial Manager at Sino-Ocean Capital, Hong Kong

If I had to recount the reason for choosing UIC four years ago, maybe I don’t have a straight answer for it. But four years later, the reasons have become so varied but obvious. Studying Applied Economics at UIC provided me with a wonderful opportunity to succeed in my application to the master’s study in HKU. The AE curriculum enabled me to fully understand the professional knowledge of economics. Additionally, I also learned how to balance myself under pressure from the intensity of study. My lovely friends made me feel the passion that belonged only to college students. There were numerous enthusiastic and professional teachers who taught us professional knowledge and developed our ability to get along with people. During the four years, we learned to keep working hard for our goals and = outgrew pressure and difficulties. It is so endearing to grow up with all the AE teachers and friends in the most wonderful four years, from a high school student with no specific goals to become a proud UIC graduate with goals and ambitions in life.

2021 AE Graduates

People's Bank of China

I now work in the People's Bank of China Lincang Branch, responsible for investigation and statistics.

Four years have passed quickly. In the days in UIC, I not only learned professional knowledge and gained great friendships, but also acquired the ability of teamwork and the spirit of never giving up. I have learnt to become a self-disciplined and self-strengthening person in UIC. In four years, I have been to the all-night study rooms many times, as well as the discussion rooms that need to be booked one or two weeks in advance. There are so many excellent peers of mine and all of them work extremely hard. Now, I will continue to work hard at my new job, with all the excellent qualities that UIC has taught me in my new journey!

2021 AE Graduates

M.A. in Economics, The London School of Economics and Political Science

After four years' study in UIC, I now move on to the London School of Economics and Political Science for a master's degree in Economics. Thanks for the life in UIC, I am looking forward to being a member of LSE. “Perseverance” helped me throughout my four years of study in UIC. UIC’s fast-pace learning environment helped me to learn how to manage my time efficiently while there are many tasks, and how to plan for my future study and future job. Although economics may not teach me the ideal job skills that matched perfectly to my future job needs, it enables me to understand the rules of operation of the society and the meaning behind economic policies. Therefore, I am eager to continue my research in this area.

2021 AE Graduates

M.A. in Economics, Johns Hopkins University

I love the free and tolerant atmosphere in UIC. The liberal arts education cultivates open-minded and well-rounded talents. We are free to choose the courses we like and explore our interests. The study schedule in Applied Economics is tight. Students spend most of their time on study. Teachers emphasize the application of model in real life which makes classes lively and interesting. I feel very lucky to study in UIC, I had learned my favorite knowledge of economics, and learned the operation of society from the perspective of economics. Finally, I would like to say that you will find your answer from where you spend most of your time.

2020 AE Graduates

Ph.D. Student in Economics and Business, University College London

As a social science, economics is a discipline that explores the causal relationship in our daily lives, and it also teaches us how to make rational business decisions. I believe that undergraduate study is more important to equip us with the necessary skills for postgraduate study. The courses provided in the applied economics programme are very broad, which means that the choices for your postgraduate study will be more flexible. It is also relatively easy for graduates of the AE programme to transfer to other majors in the business school when applying for postgraduate study. So I chose to study in the AE program because I would have more choices in the future.

The curriculum of the Applied Economics program can well cover the content of economics at the undergraduate level, namely microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics. I also took courses related to calculus, linear algebra, and time series analysis in UIC in order to consolidate my quantitative research method. I think my four years of study at UIC have well prepared me for my postgraduate study, and as a result, I could quickly adapt to the requirements of various postgraduate courses and academic thesis writing. The instructors of the Applied Economics program are very approachable, and the in-depth communication with our faculty members during my studies also greatly inspired me for future career planning. I am very lucky to meet so many good professors in the applied economics program and it was such a pleasure to be instructed by them. They and those assistant instructors are those people who make this program so special to me.

The theoretical knowledge learned in UIC has helped me to transform it into practical ability to conduct empirical research for my postgraduate study. The four-year English teaching and learning environment also made me quickly adapt to the foreign educational system. In the future, I will continue to do research in the field of economics and business. I hope that after graduation from UCL, I can have a chance to return to my alma mater and contribute to the teaching and research of the AE program.

2020 AE Graduates

M.A. in the Tohoku University, Japan

Looking back on the four years of studying and living in UIC, I experienced lots of “first times” in my life. It was my first time to leave home by choosing to come to UIC when I was 18 years old. Coming to UIC, it was the first time for me to learn to adapt to a new environment and arrange my life by myself. It was the first time for me to experience the unique English teaching environment and Whole Person Education. It was the first time for me to learn to be a good listener in group work. It was the first time for me to become a tutor for junior students. It was the first time for me to communicate with professors individually. It was the first time for me to apply to my favorite school and think about my future. All of these first-time experiences in UIC allowed me to get ready for future . UIC taught me a lot. No matter where you come from, what your major is, you can talk with the professors and the students of different majors and listen to a diverse range of views. The internationalized teaching style allowed us to go abroad for further study. Although I was slightly confused about my future because of COVID-19 outbreak, I am still very grateful for my choice- to go to UIC, which enable me to have a wide arragy of choices in the future.

2020 AE Graduates

M.A. in Economics, The University of Edinburgh

As time flies, the time spent in UIC has become my most treasured memory. Over the past four years, I met kindhearted and respectable teachers in UIC, made great friends, completed various courses and ultimately fulfilled my dream. UIC provides a hard-working academic environment as well as a embracing and vibrant campus culture. In UIC, I gained the skill of critical thinking, which not only helped me in my thesis writing at the end of the four year study of, but also helped me to prepare very well for my future study and career. Secondly, the curriculum in UIC accustomed me to the busy and self-disciplined study life and the medium of instruction in English perfected my English skills, which made my transition to the master’s study overseas much easier. To study at UIC is  the best choice in my life! Though 2020 is a difficult time for international students, most of my friends in UIC succeed in getting their ideal offers when they graduate. What I learned from UIC is that when you try to do things well, you will put forward a lot of hard work but you can enjoy the taste of joy from your success. I feel no regret. It is well worth it.

2020 AE Graduates

M.A. in Applied Economics, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

After four years of study in UIC, I was enrolled in the master's degree program of Applied Economics at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore. I was grateful for the great advantages of international education that UIC had brought me and the unique way of thinking that UIC had imparted in me. I noted that UIC students know what they want to do at present and in the future better than students from other universities, and they will not give up their dreams for immediate interests and will not take a step off their paths because of the tumultuous environment. The international standards with high-caliber education in UIC provide students rewarding learning experiences and opened their eyes and minds to the world.

2019 AE Graduates

M.A. in Comparative Economics and Policy, London University

In the four years’ study in UIC, I felt equality and respect, especially in the communication between teachers and students. I felt very nervous when I bring my questions to my teachers as a freshman. Especially the fact that all communications are done in Englishincreased my stress level. Starting from the first knock on teacher’s office door, till making dinner appointments on WeChat or hanging out together with the teachers became the norm of my study life in UIC. I am grateful to many UIC teachers who accompanied me through my whole university life. Especially when applying for master study, teachers gave me full supports and encouraged me to apply for G5 universities. I feel grateful to UIC. If you ask me how UIC influences me, I would say that UIC taught me not to underestimate yourself, nor to overestimate yourself.

2018 AE Graduates

M.A. in Finance, Johns Hopkins University

In the past four years, the free and tolerant atmosphere in UIC made me feel the joy of studying and provided me many opportunities to explore my interests in different subjects. Additionally, UIC provides me with a first-rate study environment with modern high-techequipments, a clean and tidy campus, English-speaking atmosphere, and the various types of interest clubs, competitions, speeches and performances. UIC’s uphold of liberal arts education cultivates open-minded, well-rounded talents, enabling students to have all-round developments. The study life in UIC is pleasant and occupying. I set up my goals and future plans. As the teaching mode of UIC enables me to get used to the learning environment in the United States quickly, I am able to spent more time to get familiar with the new environment and make many interesting friends.

2018 AE Graduates

M.A. in Law, Peking University

At UIC, students in the Division of Business Management are required to study the course of “Principles of Law”, which laid a foundation for Ms. Liu’s future study. Since then, Ms. Liu took more courses related to law and took internship in court during vacations. She also studied the course of “Criminal Law” taught by Professor Lam (HongKong former barrister).

In her junior year, she got an exchange study opportunity at Lille Catholic University in France. Ms. Liu studied in IESEG School of Management and the Law School at the same time. The exchanging study experiences provided her an opportunity to study at the School of International Law at Peking University and made up her mind to pursue further study there.

After four years’ study of English at UIC, Ms. Liu felt the full confidence of taking the English test in the postgraduate entrance examination and spent three months mainly on specialized courses and comprehensive courses.

Ms. Liu says: "The English test is a major constraint for many candidates. Many of them start by memorizing words and spend a lot of time on the English test. Thanks to the English education in UIC, UICer's excellent English ability is a big advantage."

2017 AE Graduates

NetEase Marketing Planner

LAI Jia, a student in the 2017 AE graduating class, has been working in NetEase for three years. With plenty of student club experiences, the accumulation of corporate resources, and the experiences in organizing activities, she learned how to write a resume and how to shine in an interview, and also made many great friends. She said, "very grateful to join UIC Career Development Association, it taught me the skills and ability to work, it helps me to adapt to working position", LAI Jia also said, "I always think practice makes perfect, the practice allowed us to discover what we are interested in, it is the benefit owned by ourselves and the outcome will follow naturally."

2017 AE Graduates

Financial Supervisor at Dinlong Group Company LTD

It has been more than half a year since I graduated from UIC and entered the workplace. The most treasured reward of my four-year study in UIC is that I have improved my oral English and presentation skills, my ability to communicate and cooperate with teams to complete group projects, my ability to independently explore and autonomously learn. After four years, it gave me a tremendous head start to my career. I quickly adapted to different environments, worked well under pressure, and executed complicated tasks. Compared with other fresh graduates, UIC graduates have stronger competitiveness. In addition, which influences me most in the four years of study in UIC is that it expands my horizon and allows me to have an international perspective. It is my honor to participate in the study tour or sports development program offeredby UIC every year. These projects allowed me to establish friendships with many foreign friends, and allowed me to familiarize with foreign cultures. These past experiences of studying abroad have become even more precious after I started my professional life. I am foreever grateful that I chose UIC. The people I met and the tasks I accomplished in UIC have become the most precious experiences in my life and work. I hope that you can also become a better self in UIC.

2017 AE Graduates

M.A. in Knowledge Management, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

Certificate of Excellence

Currently at Donnelley Financial Solutions in Beijing

I love UIC deeply.

I like to find a seat with a computer on the second floor of the library, make a cup of tea, open a book and sit there for the whole morning. I like to go to classes early for the seat in the front row, so that I can get closer to the teachers and closer to the blackboard. I like to go to Room F204 right after classes and find a seat to print the course materials for the next day. I like the view from the small balcony on the sixth floor of 8A, quietly watching the crowds passing by the town square. I like the meals in “Café De Coral”, pork chop with rice and the icecold lemon tea.

I always dream of returning to UIC one day to become a teacher.

2016 AE Graduates

M.A. in the University of British Columbia

Ph.D. Student in Economics at University of Guelph

The four years of study in AE enabled me to analyze problems from the perspective of an economist. Economics is not only closely related to our daily life but also related to the macroeconomy and government policies. The AE faculty taught me many real cases, their professional experiences, and scholarly knowledge that helped me to study and analyze in a logical and systematic way. Apart from the rigorous academic atmosphere, the warm family atmosphere is also an important factor that UIC has offered me. I took advantage provided by the university to teach the year 1 and 2 students in weekly tutorials. Going to the University of British Columbia for further study, I will continue to grow to be a valuable citizen.

2016 AE Graduates

Finance Department of Huawei Technologies Co., LTD

I now work in the North Europe Finance Department of Huawei Technologies Co., LTD. My daily job responsibilities include the financial management from budget to execution. After graduation from UIC, I went to Queen Mary University of London for further study, majoring in investment and finance. Upon graduation I received an offer from Huawei Technologies Co., LTD in London. The four-year study in UIC imparted in me professional knowledge, such as macroeconomics and microeconomics, accounting and financial knowledge. More importantly, it imparted in me different ways of thinking and a more logical learning style, especially thanks to of the very frequent group presentations,. Everything I have done in UIC has benefits me so richly in both my further study and now in my work.

2016 AE Graduates

Jones Lang LaSalle IP. Inc.

I currently work as a strategic consultant at Jones Lang LaSalle IP. Inc. UIC encouraged us to never stop trying different roles. During my four years at UIC, I also took elective courses in music, drama and journalism. The wonderful experiences in these courses enabled me to keep my passion and courage towards new things and gave me more abundant possibilities for life after graduation.

2016 AE Graduates

M.A. in the University of Hong Kong

Now Financial Manager at Sino-Ocean Capital, Hong Kong

If I had to recount the reason for choosing UIC four years ago, maybe I don’t have a straight answer for it. But four years later, the reasons have become so varied but obvious. Studying Applied Economics at UIC provided me with a wonderful opportunity to succeed in my application to the master’s study in HKU. The AE curriculum enabled me to fully understand the professional knowledge of economics. Additionally, I also learned how to balance myself under pressure from the intensity of study. My lovely friends made me feel the passion that belonged only to college students. There were numerous enthusiastic and professional teachers who taught us professional knowledge and developed our ability to get along with people. During the four years, we learned to keep working hard for our goals and = outgrew pressure and difficulties. It is so endearing to grow up with all the AE teachers and friends in the most wonderful four years, from a high school student with no specific goals to become a proud UIC graduate with goals and ambitions in life.

2015 AE Graduates

M.A. in Economics, The University of Edinburgh

Ph.D. in Economics, The University of Edinburgh

Mr. Xiao spent the most important years of his life at the University of Edinburgh. Not only has he successfully completed his Ph.D. in Economics there, but he also made a lot of friends and embarked on his favorite research projects. Because of his outstanding academic performance in postgraduate study, he got the opportunity to pursue his Ph.D. study with a full scholarship. He was also recognized as an excellent tutor at the University of Edinburgh. Mr. Xiao's advice to UIC students is that choose the most suitable goal for you, no matter it is to pursue further study or employment.

2015 AE Graduates

Ph.D. Student in Business and Economics, The University of Hong Kong

It has been seven years since I graduated from UIC. Looking back on my college life, I feel that the four years I spent in the Division of Business Management at UIC were extremely fulfilling. In addition to the professional knowledge, what impressed me a lot during my time at UIC was that I learned to be mature and independent, explore what I want in my life, obtain the courage to change, and accept all possibilities. All of these have become valuable wisdom in my future growth. And this wisdom further enriched my master's studies and my work, accompanying me all the way through my doctoral studies. Now, I am about to graduate with my Ph.D. and devote myself to academic research. I hope that what I have gained at UIC will continue to shine in my academic career and in my life afterward.