Dear Students,

Do you have a passion for the English language and aspire to become a successful international business elite in the wave of globalization? The English (Minor in International Economics and Trade) program — a unique partnership between the School of Foreign Languages and the School of Law and Business at Wuhan Institute of Technology (WIT) — offers you an ideal platform to explore the vast opportunities of global business!

Program Duration & Degrees Awarded

· Duration: Four years

· Degrees: Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Economics (Minor)

Program Objectives

Our program is dedicated to cultivating interdisciplinary talents with a solid foundation in the English language and a strong command of international economics and trade. Through a comprehensive curriculum, students will achieve the following outcomes:

· Acquire exceptional comprehensive English application skills and cross-cultural communication competencies.

· Gain a firm understanding of the fundamental theories and practices in economics and international trade.

· Develop proficiency in applying modern information technology and foster an innovative, entrepreneurial mindset.

Program Features and Advantages

Our curriculum emphasizes practical skills through hands-on learning experiences. You will:

· Learn courses such as International Trade Practice, Foreign Trade Documentation, International Settlements, International Cargo Transportation and Insurance.

· Participate in cross-border e-commerce design projects in simulated international business environments.

Additionally, our faculty actively guide and support students in competing in prestigious national professional contests, such as the National Professional Competence Competition for International Business (POCIB) and the National Business Elite Challenge, enabling you to enhance your overall capabilities in real-world scenarios.

Core Courses

· English-related: Comprehensive English, Business English Listening, Speaking and Viewing, Critical Reading and Writing in English, Introduction to Business (English), International Trade Practice (English), etc.

· Economics and trade-related: Western Economics, Political Economy, Econometrics, International Trade, Cross-border E-commerce Integrated Design, etc.

Outstanding Faculty

Our teaching faculty comprises distinguished educators from both the School of Foreign Languages and the School of Law and Business. The majority possess dual expertise in English and international economics/trade, with over 90% holding doctoral degrees and more than 30% having overseas study experience. This robust academic team provides high-quality instruction and mentorship to all students.

Selected Faculty – International Economics & Trade Courses

· Zhou Hao: Professor, Doctoral Supervisor; Member of the University Academic Committee (5th term); Visiting Scholar funded by China Scholarship Council at a U.S. university.

· Lin Yunhua: Professor; Listed in Hubei Province’s New Century High-level Talent Program.

· Li Xiaofan: Professor; Leading multiple projects under the National Social Science Fund and the Hubei Provincial Social Science Fund, and having published more than 30 papers on regional economy, economic geography, and resource environment.

· Gong Qinghua: Associate Professor; Visiting Scholar at California State University, Stanislaus, USA.

Selected Faculty – English Courses

· Chen Mingfang: Professor, Master's Supervisor, Hubei Provincial-Level Backbone Teacher; Visiting scholar at Oxford University, Cambridge University, and Cardiff University; Winning honors including WIT Eminent Teacher, WIT Top Ten Outstanding Female, WIT “Four Qualities” Exemplary Mentor.

· Bie Jinqiu: Professor, Master's Supervisor, WIT Distinguished Teacher; Visiting Scholar at La Salle University in Philadelphia, USA; Winning Excellent Instructor Award for coaching students to achieve the Second Prize in the National Finals of the National University Business Elite Challenge International Trade Competition.

· Liu Yu: Associate Professor, Master's Supervisor; Visiting Scholar at Bryant University in Rhode Island, USA; Specializing in teaching and research of Business English.

· Wang Wanhua: Associate Professor, Master's Supervisor, core faculty member of the national-level “E+” Innovative Talent Cultivation Experimental Zone; course leader for Survey of English-Speaking Countries and Corpus Linguistics; Recipient of the National Teaching Achievement Award (Second Prize) and multiple university-level teaching awards.

· Li Ronghua: Associate Professor; core faculty member of the national-level “E+” Innovative Talent Cultivation Experimental Zone; Winning Excellent Instructor Award for guiding students to win the Provincial Excellent Thesis Award and the first prize in the Provincial Debate Competition.

Provincial-Level Outstanding Basic-Level Teaching Organization (English Program)

Student Achievements

In recent years, students of this program have achieved remarkable results in national competitions, including:

· “Challenge Cup” National College Student Entrepreneurship Competition

· China “Internet+” Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition

· POCIB National Contest for Practical Skills in Foreign Trade

· National Business Elite Challenge

These accomplishments demonstrate our outstanding teaching achievements.

Career Prospects

Our graduates are highly sought after in the job market. They primarily enter careers in:

· Foreign trade enterprises

· Logistics companies

· Cross-border e-commerce platforms

· International departments of banks and insurance firms

Approximately 25% of graduates pursue further studies each year through postgraduate entrance exams or overseas study programs.

Join Us

If you aim to become a globally minded, multidisciplinary, application-oriented, and innovative talent, the English (Minor in International Economics and Trade) program is your ideal choice. Join us and launch your extraordinary future!