Encouraging educational excellence in international business
Since 2005, Rider University in Lawrenceville, NJ, USA and Sanda University in Shanghai, China have partnered to offer students a dual degree program in international business.
Through participation in the Sanda-Rider Cooperative Program, students who meet admission requirements can further their studies at Rider, earning bachelor’s degrees from both Sanda and Rider. Additionally, students may pursue Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Master of Accountancy (MAcc) graduate degrees in Rider’s AACSB-accredited Norm Brodsky College of Business.
Here is a closer look at how students benefit from the Sanda-Rider Cooperative Program. If you have questions or would like more information, contact global@rider.edu or schedule a meeting with an admissions counselor.
Academic distinction
Rider University ranks on U.S. News and World Report's Best Colleges list and the Wall Street Journal's Top U.S. College list. Rider is also recognized as a Best College by Colleges of Distinction and is an accredited institution by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. Furthermore, Rider is among only 2 percent of all universities worldwide to hold prestigious AACSB accreditation in both business and accounting. View more facts and figures.
Sanda-Rider joint program provided a great opportunity to broaden my horizons. The English skills I learned in this program helped me adapt quickly to working for multinational companies.
Outstanding student support
Students in the Sanda-Rider Cooperative Program enjoy access to a strong network of student support services and resources, including:
- Personalized advising
- Student support services
- Coaching from the Office of Career Development and Success
- Guidance from the Office of International Education
- Student Health Services
- Student Success Center
Featured graduate business programs
Rider’s Master of Business Administration (MBA) program offers several career‐focused concentrations to give you the flexibility to customize your degree and receive specialized training based on your area of interest.
Rider's Master of Accountancy (MAcc) curriculum has a practical focus on technology, and its impact on accounting, to equip graduates with the business analytics and communication skills necessary to succeed.
Through the Rider‐Sanda dual degree program, students may pursue a combined BS/MBA or BS/MAcc degree in 20‐24 months. Students learn in China and the U.S. and are introduced to global and multi‐cultural perspectives. Classes are led by expert faculty who have real world business experience in China, the U.S., and internationally. Internship opportunities, including paid practical training, are available.
Application process
For students interested in pursuing the Rider-Sanda dual degree program, we have established the following admission requirements and academic timelines:
Academic Requirements for Direct Acceptance
- Sanda Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 and above
- CET 6 score of 425 and above
Academic Requirements for Provisional Acceptance
- Sanda Grade Point Average (GPA) of 2.5 and above
- CET 6 score between 420 to 424
Scholarships are available to students with a Sanda 3.5 GPA or higher.
Sample Academic Plan
| When | What |
|---|---|
| Fall '21 (Sanda) | Finalize Admission to Sanda-Rider Program |
| Spring '22 (Rider) | 4 Undergraduate Classes |
| Summer '22 (Rider) | 4 Undergraduate Classes; GMAT test by Sept 15th - GMAT Waiver Possible |
| August 14 - September 1 '22 | Optional Return to China |
| Fall '22 (Rider) | 5 Classes (one MBA or MAcc Required Course) |
| January '23 | No Classes |
| Spring '23 (Rider) | MBA or MAcc Classes and Thesis (Final Sanda B.S. Degree Requirements) |
| Summer '23 (Rider) | MBA or MAcc Classes |
| Fall '23 (Rider) | MBA or MAcc Classes/Internship Opportunity |
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My Rider education not only expanded my knowledge and horizons, it also taught me to treat people with kindness, handle things with open-mindedness and be devoted to my work.