What is Beacon? Beacon CCS is a Hong Kong based company born from the understanding of the difficulties one might face when going abroad. We offer an integral set of tools that guarantee a successful experience abroad for students and young professionals looking to broaden their curricular practical training in an international environment by serving as a link between the applicants and the Universities, Language Centers or Companies in Shanghai.
Why Shanghai?
Why Chinese?
Shanghai is a renowned international metropolis drawing more and more attention from all over the world. Situated on the estuary of Yangtze River, it serves as the most influential economic, financial and cultural center in East China. Also, it is a popular destination for visitors wanting to sense the pulsating development of the country.
Language is an integral part of Chinese culture as it not only reflects the history of the nation but also its people’s beliefs. China’s rich cultural heritage of over three thousand years reflects the values, struggles, sensibilities, joys and sorrows of its people. Through the study of Chinese language, one is given insight into even the most intimate feelings and moral guidelines of Chinese society
In addition to its modernization, the city’s multicultural flair endows it with a unique glamour. Here, one finds the perfect blend of cultures, the modern and the traditional, the western and the oriental. New skyscrapers and old colonial buildings together draw the skyline of Shanghai. Western customs and Chinese traditions intertwine and form Shanghai’s culture, making a visitor’s stay truly memorable.
If you still are not convinced that studying Chinese is the best option for you, here are some hard facts:
Over one fifth of the planet speaks Chinese. Mandarin Chinese is the mother tongue of over 873 million people, making it the most widely spoken first language in the world. In addition to the People’s Republic of China, Mandarin Chinese is also spoken in overseas Chinese communities including Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Brunei, the Philippines, and Mongolia. So yes, in the context of the multicultural competitive world we live in, you’ll be better off if you speak Chinese.
Customized learning program University student program
Internships in Shanghai Summer business program
our programs
included in every program University or Company Placement We will take care of the formalities that come with the University registration process, including your tuition and curricular material. In case you’re doing the Internship Program we will find the company that best suits your professional aspirations
Airport Transport After having bought your plane ticket you will send us your flight information and we will be at the airport the moment you arrive in China. When the time to go back home arrives, we’ll do the same. Police Registration & Visa Guidance In China, it’s imperative to register your address at the police station the moment you arrive; we’ll do that for you. Also, we will guide you when dealing with the Visa’s application.
Luxury Housing It’s important for us to make sure that you will be comfortable during your stay in China which is why you’ll be placed in a Serviced Apartment with hotel services, swimming pool, gym and many more amenities, conveniently located in the heart of the city with easy
access to all the important places.
Welcome Package: This package is filled with all the useful things you’ll need to start off, such as: Mobile phone, SIM Card, business cards, discount card, useful Chinese phrases booklet, food delivery services and more. Welcome Reception and Closing Ceremony: At the beginning, we will hold a conference for cultural immersion followed by a welcome dinner. At the end of your stay, you’ll say goodbye to China with a Farewell Gala
Beacon Global Business Networking Events: You will become a part of the Beacon Group connecting you to people everywhere with social and networking events that will keep you updated on the development of China’s fast growing economy. 24/7 Staff Support: Our team of experts is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We’ll be there in case any problem or doubt may arise.
Tours and Activities: Upon your arrival, a tour of the city is prepared. Throughout your stay, there’ll be many trips and activities that will help you better understand Chinese culture and traditions
University language Program The University Language Program was created for people who want to try the exciting experience that studying at one of the top universities in China can offer, with the confidence that they’re receiving the most complete and professional education in Chinese language.
As with all of our other programs, Beacon will be your partner throughout this experience. We will first take care of your university’s application process, tuition fee and curriculum materials. By the time you land in China, you’ll be greeted at the airport by a member of our staff who will take you to your new luxury serviced apartment in the heart of the city, equipped with everything you will need including a 5 star hotel service, a gym and a swimming pool. Not only will we give you a tour of the city and all the good places around your new home but we will also show you around your new University. You’ll get a gift bag with everything you need to enjoy your first days in this amazing city (SIM card, Metro card, City Map and all kinds of survival informa-
tion you’ll need). You’ll do a placement test on your first day where your level of Chinese will be decided; every week you’ll have 20 hours of class where every aspect of learning a language will be practiced: Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. The courses have been created by top Chinese Language experts and guarantee you will be speaking Chinese in no time. The Beacon Staff will be there to assist you every step of the way.
Fudan University Summer
Spring Semester
4 weeks: June 25 – July 20 / July 23 – August 17
5 months: February 2013 – July 2013
Application Documents: - Application form for international students - Photocopy of passport - Application fee
Documents Needed: - Application Fee - Application Form for International Students - Valid Passport Copy
8 weeks: June 25 – August 17
Fall Semester 5 months: September 2012 – January 2013 Application Period: Mar 1 – Jun 10 Documents Needed: - Application fee - Application form for international students - Valid passport copy Monthly Cost: $ 1,899.00
Application Period: October 8 – December 10
Monthly Cost: $1,899.00
Jiaotong University Summer 4 weeks: June 25 – July 20 / July 23 – August 17 8 weeks: June 25 – August 17
Application Period: March 1st to May 31
Application Documents: - Application form for summer Chinese course 2012 - Photocopy of passport - Application fee Monthly Cost: $2,999.00
Fall Semester
5 months: September 2012 - January 2013 Application Period: March 1st to June 15 Documents Needed: - Copy of final education certificate - Application form - Copy of passport - Application fee Monthly Cost: $1,859.00
Spring Semester 5 months: February 2013 – July 2013 Application period: October 1st – December 10 Documents Needed: - Final education certificate copy - Application form - Copy of passport - Application fee All Included Cost: $1,859.00
Summer business program The Fudan International Summer Session will provide a 5-week course study and cultural experience to international students from all around the world. Students will have the opportunity to get to know China, experience Shanghai and be part of Fudan University. This program will help students to better understand multiculturalism, form an international vision, and improve international communication skills. (broaden cultural horizons)
As with all of our other programs, Beacon will be your partner throughout this experience. We will first take care of your University’s application, tuition and textbooks. By the time you land in China, you’ll be greeted at the airport by a member of our staff and take you to your new luxury serviced apartment in the heart of the city, equipped with everything you’ll need including a 5 star hotel service, a gym and a swimming pool. Not only will we give you a tour of the city and all the good places around your new home but we will also show you around your new University
The program runs from June 2 to July 7 and it’s divided in two parts: content courses and Chinese language courses. Content courses will cover three aspects: Chinese Society and Politics, Chinese History and Culture and Chinese Economy and Management. There are 14 content courses and Chinese language courses of 4 different levels for students to choose from. Cultural lectures and visits will also be included. Each student can choose 2 content courses and 1 Chinese language course. Each content course has 39 study hours and each Chinese language course has 40 study hours. After successful completion of the study, each student will de awarded a Fudan University transcript.
Fudan University Duration: 5 weeks: June 2 to July 7
Application Period: November 15 to April 28 Qualification: Non-Chinese Citizens; currently attending college; healthy; native English speaker or English level equivalent on the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), a score of 85 or higher. Application Documents: -Application Form for International Students - Valid Passport Copy
- University Certificate (Original One or Notarized Copy, with notarized Chinese or English translation). - Related transcripts (original one or a notarized copy, with notarized Chinese or English translation). - Proof of English level.
All Included Cost: $3,999
Customized language program The Customized Learning Program was created for people who wish to learn Chinese Language at their own pace. You can be doing business in China, working a part time job or immersing yourself in the city’s culture while attending Mandarin House.
As with all of our other programs, Beacon will be your partner throughout this experience. We will first take care of your application, tuition and textbooks. By the time you land in China, you’ll be greeted at the airport by a member of our staff who will take you to your new luxury serviced apartment in the heart of the city, equipped with everything you’ll need for your experience abroad including a 5 star hotel service, a gym and a swimming pool. Not only will we give you a tour of the city and all the good places around your new home but we will also show you around your new Language School, Mandarin House.
You’ll get a gift bag with everything you need to enjoy your first days in this amazing city (SIM card, Metro card, City
Map and all kinds of survival information you’ll definitely need). The Beacon Staff will be there to assist you every step of the way. Application Period: One month before the programs start. Application Documents: - Copy of passport - Application fee
Mandarin House
Mandarin House
Conversational 20
Comprehensive 30
This program was designed to learn the communication essentials of listening, speaking and pinyin. Consists of four interactive group classes every morning focusing on real-life Chinese conversational skills and giving you the rest of the day to practice what you learnt in your own time.
This program is an intensive course that will allow you to focus on real-life Chinese conversational skills and the reading and writing of Chinese characters. It consists of small group classes made up of average 6 international students sharing your level where the class interaction will help you improve faster while also allowing you to get full attention from the teachers. The course comprises 6 hours every day, Monday to Friday practicing listening, speaking, reading and writing skills with flexible intake and start dates. It is the most complete Chinese training that will fully prepare you for your academic or professional career in China or back in your home country.
Surrounded in an international environment, you will be placed at your exact level in a group class with average six students. You will benefit from group class interaction, while getting personalized attention from the teacher.
Total Beginners Starting Dates in 2012: June 25, July 09, July 23, August 06, September 03, October 08, November 05, December 03 Monthly Cost: One month – $2,999 Two months – $2,699 Three months – $2,499 Four months – $2,449 Five months – $2,399
Total Beginners Starting Dates in 2012: June 25, July 09, July 23, August 06, September 03, October 08, November 05, December 03 Monthly Cost: One month – $3,499 Two months – $3,099 Three months – $2,899 Four months – $2,799 Five months – $2,749
UNIVERSITY EXCHANGE PROGRAM The University Exchange Program was created for people who want to study one semester or a year in a top university in one of the most important and influential cities in the world, Shanghai. Language is no longer a barrier for students wanting to pursue an educational experience in China, all classes in the Program are taught in English and no Chinese experience is required to enroll. The exchange will take place in the renowned International Cultural Exchange School of Donghua University. In addition to regular studies, students will also undertake Chinese language classes which will offer insight into the Chinese market, enhancing the students’ understanding of Chinese Business culture and the many opportunities for business that are available in China. Students will gain an understanding of many different business perspectives from a mix of both eastern and western academics. During your experience, you will meet a range of people from around the world, and by the end of your studies you will have built up a global network of friends. The
university has students from over 100 countries, making the campus a great multicultural environment to study. As with all of our other programs, Beacon will be your partner throughout this experience. We will first take care of your application, tuition and textbooks. By the time you land in China, you’ll be greeted at the airport by a member of our staff who will take you to your new luxury serviced apartment in the heart of the city, equipped with everything you’ll need for your experience abroad including a 5 star hotel service with all services included (water, gas, internet and electricity), a gym, a swimming pool and much more. Not only will we give you a tour of the city and all the good places around your new home but we will also show you around your new university. You’ll get an Introduction Pack with everything you need to enjoy your first days in this amazing city (SIM card, Metro card, City Map, Business Cards and survival information you’ll need). The Beacon Staff will be there to assist you every step of the way.
DONGHUA University Spring Semester Duration: 5 months: February 2013 to July 2013
Application Period: September 1st to November 30 Application Documents: - Valid Passport Copy
- University Certificate (Original One or Notarized Copy, with notarized Chinese or English translation). - Related transcripts (original one or a notarized copy, with notarized Chinese or English translation). - Proof of English level. -Application Fee
All Included Cost: $2,299.00*
*groups of three get a $100USD discount per person per month.
internships in shanghai Over the past 3 decades, China has become one of the strongest economies in the world, growing at a double digit rate every year. The major companies in the world have their eyes set on this country. If your goal is to open a company or start your career in China, coming to China will be your first step.
Beacon offers the opportunity to boost your CV with international experience in one of the most important countries at the moment. This opportunity will allow you to adapt, interact and improve your skills in a globalized environment by making you develop your true abilities and overcome unseen challenges. Companies and decision makers are in need of different and unique talents, and this is an experience that will enable you to stand out from the crowd. The internship entails a full time job in which you will interact with a multicultural team of experts. Don’t worry, in every office there will be a person that speaks perfect English and will help you whenever necessary. In this experience you will learn how things are done
in China and how Chinese corporate culture is different from others, often involving complex customs. At the end of your job you will be provided with a recommendation letter which will open doors for you in the future.
The whole process begins with you sending us your CV, then, we will schedule a Skype interview where we will discuss the area and sector you wish to work in. We’ll do the internship hunt and make sure that you’ll be matched with a company where you will work at the top or you capabilities and make the most out of your experience in China. Application Documents: - Valid Passport Copy - University Certificate (Original One or Notarized Copy, with notarized - Chinese or English translation). - Related transcripts (original one or a notarized copy, with notarized - Chinese or English translation). - Proof of English level. All Included Cost: $1,699
institutions Fudan University Fudan University, located in Shanghai, is one of the oldest and most renowned universities in China. The university is comprised of 17 full-time schools, 70 departments, 73 bachelor’s degree programs, 229 master degree programs, 24 disciplines and 154 sub-disciplines authorized to confer Ph.D. degrees. Fudan has 77 research institutes, 112 cross disciplinary research institutes and 5 national key laboratories. Currently, Fudan University enrolls over 26,362 fulltime students. Additionally, there are 3,633 international students at Fudan, giving it a national rank as the Chinese university with the second largest foreign student population. Fudan University has a high-level research faculty of over 2,678 full-time teachers and researchers, including 1,538 professors and associate professors, and 36 academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Engineering. Fudan University has 10 teaching hospitals, which offer quality medical service to the general public, conduct clinical edu-
cation to medical students and perform advanced scientific researches. It is also a member of Universitas 21, an international consortium of research-driven universities.
Jiaotong University
Since the reform and opening up policy in China, Shanghai Jiaotong University (SJTU) has taken the lead in management reform of institutions for higher education. Today, SJTU has 31 schools (departments), 63 undergraduate programs, 203 Ph.D. programs, 28 postdoctorate programs, and 11 state key laboratories and national engineering research centers. SJTU boasts a large number of famous scientists and professors, including 35 academics of the Academy of Sciences and Academy of Engineering, 95 accredited professors and chair professors of the “Cheung Kong Scholars Program� and more than 2,000 professors and associate professors. Its total enrollment of students amounts to 35,929, of which 1,564 are international students. Jiao Tong University has inherited the old tradition of high starting points, solid foundations, strict requirements and extensive practice.
mandarin house Since 2004, Mandarin House is a pioneer of the Chinese language industry and was established to provide a more personal, flexible alternative to universities. It strives to bring international quality standards in all aspects of operation and service delivery to China. It’s proud to be the only language school in China accredited by the International Association of Language Centres (IALC), a network of high quality, independent language schools teaching their native language to international students. Mandarin House was the first private Chinese school to develop its own structured, holistic curriculum based on the fundamental principle of providing real-life Chinese communication training, Self developed and brought into line with both the new HSK levels and European CEF levels. Programs at Mandarin House include group classes for a minimum of 8 sub-levels of Chinese competency, private lessons, business Chinese, HSK preparation, study tours and more.
Mandarin House has received from voting language study abroad agencies and organizations for the “World Language
Provider Star Award� as awarded by Study Travel Magazine. In 2008, it was nominated as the first and to-date only Chinese language school and has since been nominated a further 3 times culminating in being awarded the top prize for the category in 2009.
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