Established in September 2002, the International Business College (IBC) is a key initiative of Dongbei University of Finance and Economics (DUFE) to advance its internationalization—specifically through international cooperation in higher education and internationalized campus operations. Since its inception, IBC has been dedicated to cultivating innovative, interdisciplinary, and compound business professionals with a global vision and a strong sense of social responsibility. As a driving force behind DUFE’s internationalization strategy, IBC aims to build a world-class international business school: it delivers a high-quality, student-centered learning experience that meets students’ expectations, empowers faculty with a sense of professional achievement, and upholds its social responsibilities.

In collaboration with Ulster University (UK), Curtin University (Australia), and Western University (Canada), IBC offers four Sino-foreign cooperative education programs approved by China’s Ministry of Education. These programs leverage the Sino-foreign cooperative education model to cultivate compound business professionals—possessing cross-cultural communication skills and a global perspective—effectively meeting the demands of the international talent market.

Bachelor's Degree Program in Finance (in cooperation with Ulster University, UK)

Partner University Overview：

Founded in 1968, Ulster University is located in Belfast, the capital of Northern Ireland, UK. It is the largest and most influential public university in the region and ranks among the top 10 in the UK by student enrollment.

● According to The Guardian University Guide 2025, Ulster University ranks 24th overall, with its Accounting and Finance program placed 12th.

● In The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025, it ranks 45th nationally, and 42nd in the Complete University Guide 2025.

● It was named “UK University of the Year 2024” by Times Higher Education (THE), further solidifying its reputation for academic excellence.

In the 2022 Research Excellence Framework (REF)—the UK’s primary assessment of university research, organized by UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and conducted every six to seven years—Ulster University demonstrated outstanding performance. The proportion of its research rated as 4-star (world-leading) and 3-star (internationally excellent) ranks among the top 10% in the UK. Overall, 87% of its research was assessed as “world-leading” or “internationally excellent,” including research in Business and Management, which covers the field of Accounting.

Program Overview：

The Finance program at IBC focuses on the flow and management of monetary resources, exploring how individuals, institutions, and governments raise, allocate, and manage capital.

Designed to cultivate highly competent professionals, the program equips students with a solid theoretical foundation and strong technical skills. Graduates are well-prepared for careers in banking, securities, investment and insurance companies, enterprises, and government agencies.

Bachelor's Degree Program in Accounting (in cooperation with Ulster University, UK)

Partner University Overview：

Please refer to the “Overview of the Partner University” section provided in the Finance programme description above.

Program Overview：

The Accounting program is an applied discipline rooted in accounting, auditing, and financial management. It focuses on building fundamental knowledge and skills in financial accounting, auditing, taxation, and commercial law, while also developing professional competencies in areas such as capital operation, asset restructuring, corporate mergers and acquisitions, and international accounting practices. Additionally, it equips students with proficiency in accounting and financial management software and related technologies. Additionally, it equips students with proficiency in accounting and financial management software and related technologies. In addition, the programme provides students with hands-on proficiency in accounting and financial management software and related technologies.

This programme is accredited by the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA). Graduates of Ulster University’s Accounting programme (who hold its Bachelor’s degree) are eligible for exemption from all nine papers within the ACCA Applied Knowledge and Skills modules and may proceed directly to the Strategic Professional level.

Bachelor's Degree Program in Accounting (in cooperation with Curtin University, Australia)

Partner University Overview：

Curtin University (CRICOS Provider Code: 00301J) is a comprehensive public research institution established in 1967 and based in Perth, Western Australia. It is recognised as one of Australia’s leading universities under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF). Its key rankings and credentials include:

● Ranked 174th in the QS World University Rankings 2025;

● One of only 12 Australian universities to be consistently placed within the global top 200 in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings for three consecutive years;

● Ranked 164th globally in the U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities 2024 and 11th among Australian institutions;

● Placed 33rd in the THE World Young University Rankings 2024.

Curtin University Business School is the largest and most comprehensive business school in Western Australia. It holds the prestigious “triple crown” accreditation—the international gold standard for business education—awarded by:

● AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business);

● EQUIS (European Quality Improvement System);

● AMBA (Association of MBAs).

Its undergraduate Accounting programme is accredited by leading professional bodies: CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CA ANZ, formerly ICAA), and the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA, formerly NIA).

Program Overview：

The Accounting programme is an applied discipline grounded in accounting, auditing, and financial management. It is designed to equip students with:

● Foundational knowledge and skills in financial accounting, auditing, taxation, and commercial law;

● Professional expertise in capital operation, asset restructuring, corporate mergers and acquisitions, and international accounting practices;

● Proficiency in accounting and financial management software and related technologies.

Graduates are eligible to apply for exemption from the CPA Australia Foundation Exams and may advance directly to the CPA Program.

Bachelor's Degree Program in Economics (in cooperation with King's University College, Western University, Canada)

Partner University Overview：

Founded in 1878 and located in London, Ontario, Canada, Western University (formerly known as the University of Western Ontario) is one of Canada’s oldest public research universities. Its key achievements and rankings include:

● Ranked 120th in the QS World University Rankings 2025;

● Consistently awarded a 5-star QS rating for overall excellence;

● Ranked 10th among Canadian universities;

● Economics and Econometrics program ranks 175th globally in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2025;

● Placed 21st in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Impact Rankings 2024.

King’s University College is an affiliated and constituent college of Western University. Students enrolled at King’s are considered full students of Western University, and upon graduation, all receive degrees conferred directly by Western University—with no distinction made between King’s and other Western-affiliated colleges.

Program Overview

The Economics program aims to cultivate high-caliber specialized professionals with:

● A solid theoretical foundation in economics;

● Proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative methods of economic analysis;

● A broad interdisciplinary perspective;

● The capacity to extend their expertise into related fields within economics

Graduates are well-prepared to take on roles in economic analysis, forecasting, planning, and management across economic management departments, policy research institutions, financial organizations, and enterprises.