Surrey International Institute (SII)  

Website: https://surrey.dufe.edu.cn/

1. About SII  

Established in August 2007 with the approval of China’s Ministry of Education, Surrey International Institute (SII) is a Sino-UK cooperative educational institution jointly founded by Dongbei University of Finance & Economics (DUFE) and the University of Surrey (UoS). Nestled on DUFE’s scenic coastal campus in Dalian, SII was the first institution in Northeast China authorized to confer degrees jointly by both partner universities. Today, the Institute enrolls more than 1,400 students and employs more than 80 faculty and staff from China and abroad.

Guided by its motto “Discover Critically; Debate Creatively; Engage Globally,” SII is dedicated to cultivating globally competitive business leaders who integrate humanistic values with professional excellence. Committed to the fundamental task of fostering virtue through education, SII has forged a distinctive path of integrated development, achieving excellence in teaching, faculty development, and research.

SII has successfully passed the National Evaluation of Pilot Chinese-Foreign Cooperatively-run Schools, obtained Quality Accreditation administered by the China Education Association for International Exchange, and received full approval from the Ministry of Education for its degree-granting authority. Our undergraduate programs were featured among the 10+2 classic cases of tourism-education excellence by the China Tourism Academy; the Institute won the title of Outstanding Sino-Foreign Cooperative Institution in 2024 and, most recently, the title of Distinguished Sino-Foreign Cooperative Institution 2025.

2. Academic Programs  

Financial Management (BSc Accounting and Finance)  

This program cultivates next-generation finance leaders—globally aware, digitally fluent, and ethically grounded—whose work will serve regional development, especially the revitalization of Northeast China, and the broader national economy. It equips students with a rigorous command of financial theory and practice while nurturing the research skills, data-analytical acumen, and cross-cultural perspective demanded by a rapidly evolving business environment. Graduates leave prepared to drive innovation, exercise sound judgment, and practice core social values in all their decisions.

Core Courses: Introduction to Financial Management, Financial Accounting, Intermediate Financial Accounting, Management Accounting, Intermediate Management Accounting, International Financial Analysis & Management, Corporate Finance & Capital Markets, Global Financial Management, Financial Risk Management, Auditing, Financial Data Programming, Management Information Systems, International Business Strategy, Business Research Methods

Big Data Management & Applications (BSc Business Management with Business Analytics)  

This program responds to China’s New Liberal Arts Initiative by preparing versatile, globally minded graduates who can leverage advanced analytical skills and management knowledge to generate tangible business value. Students master contemporary information management theory, state-of-the-art digital tools, and rigorous data-analytical methods, emerging as leaders who drive innovation across the digital economy.

Core courses: Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Introduction to Big Data Management & Applications, Managerial Accounting, Business Data Projects, Business Modelling, Fundamentals of Business Analytics, Business Analytics Tools, Management Information Systems, Simulation & Optimisation, Digital Business Projects, Applied Business Analytics, Business Analytics Consulting, FinTech, Corporate Finance & Markets, Digital Programming.

Business Administration (BSc International Business Management)  

Responding to China’s national New Liberal Arts Initiative, this program cultivates versatile, next-generation managers who integrate global vision with financial and business expertise. Students master modern enterprise operations, domestic and international economic dynamics, cross-border business strategy, and cutting-edge digital and data-analytical tools, allowing them to apply classroom insights to drive measurable business impact.

Core courses: Introduction to Business Administration, Financial Accounting, Statistics, Business Data Projects, Business Data Modelling, Digital Business Projects, Data Programming, Management Information Systems, Finance, Global Financial Management, Corporate Finance & Markets, Managerial Accounting, Operations Management, Project Management, Green Business, Marketing, Human Resources, International Business Strategy, Business Research Methods.

Tourism Management (BSc International Tourism Management) 

The program develops intellectual capital and cultivates globally minded professionals required to advance Chinese modernization in the tourism sector. Graduates emerge as agile innovators and strategic thinkers, equipped to transform industry knowledge into practical solutions. They are prepared to lead China’s tourism transformation and drive sustainable growth and cultural exchange on the global stage.

Core courses: Introduction to Tourism Management, Tourism Management Principles, Services Marketing, Financial Accounting for Service Industries, Sustainability in Tourism & Aviation, Organistional Management & Human Resources, Financial Management for Service Industries, Destination Development & Management, Cross-Cultural Management, Digital Marketing for Tourism, Digital Innovation & Data Analytics, Business Research Methods, Business Planning & Entrepreneurial Projects, Tourism Economics Consulting, Principles of Accounting, Statistics, Microeconomics, Computer Fundamentals, Database & Programming Design, Frontiers of Big Data Science.

PhD in Management and Business (International Stream)  

The program cultivates scholars renowned for their critical thinking, analytical rigor, command of research methodologies, and deep disciplinary expertise. Its primary objective is to prepare graduates for careers in autonomous, high-impact research in academia or leading research institutes worldwide.

The methodological core includes the following courses: Philosophy of Social Science Research, Quantitative Methods I, Qualitative Methods I, Quantitative Methods II, Qualitative Methods II. These courses collectively establish the conceptual foundation and technical skills essential for pioneering inquiry in business and management.

The program adopts a research-led, student-centred approach. From the outset, candidates work closely with faculty mentors to frame research questions, design studies, and generate publishable scholarship. The program emphasizes originality, intellectual independence, and the capacity to produce insights that advance business theory and practice.

PhD in Hospitality, Tourism, Transport and Events (International Stream)  

The program develops scholars capable of designing, executing, and disseminating structured, systematic research that advances knowledge in tourism and related fields. Graduates are equipped to produce original, rigorous, and significant research worthy of publication in leading peer-reviewed journals, providing intellectual leadership to both industry and academia.

The program has no compulsory courses. Instead, candidates—working closely with their supervisory team—tailor their learning trajectory by selecting relevant master’s-level modules that directly support their research objectives.

To complement this bespoke approach, SII provides:

●Weekly workshops on research methods and professional development

●Regular research seminars where students present their works-in-progress and receive critical feedback from faculty and peers

●Year-round interactive symposia on personal effectiveness, information literacy, research communication, and career skills

These co-curricular activities create a comprehensive support ecosystem for scholarly growth. Doctoral education is research-centric and student-centered, emphasizing intellectual autonomy, methodological sophistication, and innovation. The program prepares graduates to become the next generation of thought leaders who will drive both academic discourse and industry transformation within the global tourism sector.

3. Distinctive Strengths

Rooted in China and enriched by global resources, SII continuously proactively evolves and enhances its curricula to meet evolving market demands. Central to this effort is the AI-supported Future Learning Center—an integrated support ecosystem that comprises the following units:

●Academic Support Center: Provides personalized tutoring to help students achieve deeper subject mastery.

●Academic English Support Center: Offers specialized instruction in professional academic communication.

●Study Abroad Support Center: Provides one-on-one guidance on selecting target universities and crafting compelling application essays.

●Career Development and Alumni Office: Cultivates industry partnerships to secure internship and full-time opportunities for students and fosters lifelong professional and social networks among alumni.

Powered by AI technologies, these units provide seamless, data-driven support from enrollment through graduation and into their careers—equipping students to become globally competent graduates and underscoring SII’s unique value proposition.

4. Student Experience

Rooted in the Chinese ideal of cultivating virtue and cultivating people, SII is both locally grounded and globally engaged. Our educational philosophy is student-centred and care-oriented, built on a foundation of respect, equality, and the pursuit of excellence. We foster a distinctive student culture framed by four core values, each defined by a clear commitment to:

●Magnanimity: Embracing diverse perspectives and collaborating with generosity.

●Gratitude: Recognizing the support of others and upholding a strong sense of social responsibility.

●Cohesion: Fostering team spirit and mutual support within our community.

●Transcendence: Continuously striving to exceed personal limits and achieve sustained growth.

These values are integrated into our Six-Dimensional Developmental Model, which encompasses students’ intellectual, physical, psychological, ethical, aesthetic, and professional growth—ensuring their holistic development—ensuring students’ holistic growth from orientation to graduation.

Student Journey

●Welcome: Every new cohort is greeted with “Surrey You Buddy”, a peer-mentoring program that embodies our ethos of care.

●Academic Core: Rigorous coursework, tailored to students’ academic goals, provides a solid knowledge foundation.

●Signature Events: The Hanya Reading Festival, Surrey Cultural Week, and Arts & Sports Festival serve as platforms for immersive experiences in creativity, leadership, and cross-cultural dialogue.

●Support Pillars: Value guidance, academic-integrity initiatives, volunteer program support, psychological counseling, and career coaching are available throughout students’ academic journey.

●Emotional Thread: A structured continuum of affective education—beginning with a sense of belonging and concluding with gratitude—helps students recognize their generational responsibilities, articulate ambitious goals, and cultivate a global outlook, integrity, refinement, and empathy—qualities expected of international citizens.

5. Career Outcomes

Since our first graduating class in 2011, more than 5,500 SII alumni have made their mark. A significant number have been admitted to prestigious universities worldwide, including Peking University, Fudan University, Renmin University, Imperial College London, The University of Hong Kong, and the National University of Singapore. Many others have embarked on professional paths with Fortune Global 500 companies such as Huawei, Tencent, Alibaba, CITIC, COFCO, JD.com, ICBC, and CCB, as well as national and local government institutions. Wherever they go, SII graduates contribute are applying their expertise to drive innovation and contribute to China’s ongoing economic and social progress.

6. Contact Us  

Phone: +86-411-8471-0336  

Email: sii@dufe.edu.cn