, founded in 1951, is a national key university with expertise in disciplines such as economics, management science, science of law, and literature. UIBE is one of the "Project 211" universities, a governmental program that aims to transform select Chinese universities into high-quality 21st century academic institutions. In addition, UIBE participates in the ※Double First-Class§ Initiative, a governmental program which aims to ultimately build a number of world-class universities with state-of-the art disciplines by the end of 2050. Since its inception, UIBE has been steadfast in living up to its motto of ※Erudition, Honesty, Endeavor and Perfection§ through continual diligence and innovation. Overall, UIBE sustains its educational commitment to ※cultivate high-end innovative talents with an international vision, a good knowledge of international rules, and leadership in global economic and trade activities".
Currently, UIBE has 18 academic schools, 10 research institutes, one graduate school, and one department of physical education. The university offers over 1835 undergraduate courses, 1193 postgraduate courses, and 264 doctoral courses. UIBE participates in two national key disciplines, seven Beijing municipal key disciplines, one key research institute of humanities and social science, one center for strategic studies of the Ministry of Education, and one overseas expertise introduction center for discipline innovation (111 Center). UIBE Business School is accredited by EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA. It became the fifth university in China to receive all three accreditations. In addition, UIBE Business Administration and Financial Management is accredited by NCPA.
UIBE attaches great importance in cooperation with universities around the world. Currently, UIBE has established partnerships with at least 300 overseas universities and international organizations. Furthermore, UIBE has 2467 international students from over 160 countries that account for 20% of the university＊s total number of students.
UIBE is committed to cultivating educational excellence for the country and is recognized as the training base for highly qualified civil servants that work for the Ministry of Commerce, P.R. China. UIBE graduates are well-received owning to solid professional knowledge and technical abilities, proficient English, active thinking, and strong practical ability. Every year, more than one third of graduating students are accepted and enrolled in graduate and doctoral programs by famous overseas universities. The ratio of students accepted for further study overseas is among the highest in the country. Graduates of UIBE can be found at every corner of the world in fields such as international trade, finance, accounting, education and research as well as China＊s State organizations and commercial agencies. UIBE graduates play an important role in the economic and social development of China and in the exchange and development of the economy, trade and other undertakings among countries.
