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China Industry Placement Program 2022
Program information
Overview
In 2022, the China Placement Program will be delivered in partnership with AustCham Shanghai (The
Australian Chamber of Commerce Shanghai) to provide a unique experience for students to live and
work in central Shanghai for six weeks during the winter vacation period, 20 June to 29 July 2022.
The program is aimed at Chinese nationals. A Chinese passport and spoken and written Mandarin
language skills are essential for this program. Students must be physically present in China in June
2022 to be eligible to participate in the program. It offers exciting opportunities for undergraduate
and postgraduate students, providing a professional practical experience in Shanghai which
complements coursework completed at University. Opportunities to develop professional networks
through networking activities and events will be facilitated by AustCham Shanghai.
The 6-week placement enables students to work and live within the central business districts of a major
Chinese city while gaining valuable work experience and building peer and professional
networks. Students will intern full-time for up to 40 hours per week in an internship while concurrently
working on assignments from the University. The program’s design provides each student with a
comprehensive academic, professional and cultural experience to position them well for a global
career.
Students will receive a total of 6 credit points towards their degree by successfully completing the
relevant Business School unit of study and the work experience component.
Units of study
Students accepted into the program will be enrolled into BUSS2504/BUSS6506 China Placement
Program, which is administered by the Business School. The unit requires students to complete their work
placement in China, undertake preparatory coursework in reflective and professional practice, while
concurrently completing associated coursework. Assessments will include critical reflection, set readings,
compulsory online learning and workshops based on the placement experience.
The China Placement Program is an elective unit of study. Upon successful completion of the program
students will receive 6 elective credit points, which cannot count towards a major/specialisation. It is
your responsibility to ensure that you have room in your degree to undertake this unit.
It is also your responsibility to ensure that your study plans conform to the relevant degree and faculty
resolutions that are applicable to you. Please make sure to read the student responsibilities statement
on the Current Students website to ensure you understand those responsibilities. Please refer to the
Business School Handbook for the requirements of your degree.
Professional Host Organisations
Students will be placed in either a public or private organisation for the duration of the six-week
program. Although the roles and responsibilities will vary somewhat, the same core requirements are
relevant to all placements: professionalism, integrity, strong oral and written communication, research
skills, teamwork and leadership skills. AustCham Shanghai will be responsible for matching students to
host organisations that have been approved by the Business School.
In previous years, some of our host organisations have included EY, KPMG, Grant Thornton, Colliers, Hilti,
Henkel and Zhonghua Certified Public Accountants LLP. AustCham and the Business School’s responsibility
for placement sourcing and matching aims at ensuring the following:
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11. Meets appropriate WHS standards.
2. Student can undertake meaningful work experience that is most aligned (but not always
guaranteed) to a student’s degree where/when available.
3. Students will receive adequate supervision.
The China Placement Program aims to ensure students’ employability skills are developed and
appropriate work experience is undertaken to meet the unit of study requirements. It is not an
opportunity for a student to be placed with an organisation due to an organisation’s branding
reputation alone, nor a student’s non-learning expectations.
Who Should Apply?
The China Placement Program (Shanghai) is open to Chinese nationals only. A Chinese passport and
spoken and written Mandarin language skills are essential for this program.
Students must be physically present in China in June 2022 to be eligible to participate in the program.
Undergraduate students enrolled in a Business School degree (or combined Business School degree) are
eligible to apply. Students must have completed a minimum of 48 credit points at the time of
application.
Postgraduate students enrolled in Master of Commerce, Master of Commerce (Extension), Master of
Professional Accounting or Master of Human Resource Management & Industrial Relations are eligible
to apply. Students must have completed a minimum of 24 credit points at the time of application.
A minimum 60% WAM across the Business School units is required.
Applicants are expected to be an outstanding ambassador for the Business School. Evidence of this will
be demonstrated through academic and personal achievements.
Applicants must have a minimum of 6 elective credit points available in their degree. Students are not
able to exceed their degree requirements to participate in this program.
Please note students can participate in only one Business School placement program during the course
of their degree, ie Local Industry Placement Program, International Industry Placement Program or
other related programs. Students will only be awarded a second placement opportunity in exceptional
circumstances. In addition, students may also participate in a study tour/business practicum/project-
based unit and/or the Self-Sourced Placement Program if their degree will accommodate them
enrolling in more than one program. Please contact business.placements@sydney.edu.au if you require
clarification.
How To Apply
The placement program application is a three-part process that consists of the following steps:
1. Apply for departmental permission in Sydney Student.
2. Complete an online application in Sonia Online.
3. Complete an online interview.
Step 1: Departmental permission
First, you will need to log in to Sydney Student and add the unit of study relevant to your placement (ie
China). You should refer to the Sonia Online homepage for the unit of study you need to add.
When you select the unit, you'll be prompted to apply for departmental permission so that it can be
assessed whether you meet the eligibility criteria and if you have room in your degree.
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2After you have applied for departmental permission, you can then proceed to Step 2 and complete the
online application process.
If you receive a notification that you have not met the course requirements for the unit of study, you are
not eligible to participate in the program based on your current enrolment status and the associated
degree progression information available in Sydney Student (eg degree, specialisations and elective
space in your degree). Please do not proceed to Step 2 in the application process.
As you are applying for an international placement program, you are required to attach a copy of
your current passport identification page to your departmental permission application. Failure to do so
will result in your application being rejected.
Step 2: Online application
You will need to lodge your application through Sonia Online by the application deadline. You can find
instructions in the Sonia Online application user guide (pdf, 776KB).
As part of your application you will be asked to include:
• a copy of your resume. We recommend that you use this resume template (pdf, 125.8KB) when
preparing your resume
• a copy of your academic record printed from Sydney Student
• an image of your current passport identification page.
Your documents need to be submitted as a single Microsoft Word document, no larger than 12MB.
Step 3: Online interview
Once you have submitted an online application and applications have closed (10 March) you will
receive email notification to complete an online interview on a system called Sonru. This will be sent to
your university email account and you will have approximately two days to complete the interview.
Before attempting the interview, please keep in mind the following:
• you can use a desktop, laptop or mobile device
• you will need good internet connection, a webcam and a microphone
• you will have only 1 attempt at completing the online interview in Sonru, so we strongly
recommend that you become familiar with the system beforehand and don’t leave your
interview to the last minute.
To help prepare for your online interview, you can access a range of resources on the Careers and
Employability Office Canvas site.
Your Industry Placement Program application is not complete until you have completed Steps 1, 2 and
3. Late applications will not be accepted.
Applications will open at 9am (AEDT) on 21 February and close at 12pm midday (AEDT) on 10 March
2022.
Closing date for online interviews is 11:59pm on Sunday, 13 March 2022 (AEDT).
Please contact business.placements@sydney.edu.au if you have any questions regarding the
application process.
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3Important Dates
(Please note dates relating to the application process and offers are subject to change)
Details 2022 Dates
4-5pm (AEDT) on Tuesday, 22 February via Zoom
Student information session
Register here
9am on Monday, 21 February to 12pm midday (AEDT)
Application period
on Thursday, 10 March
Closing date for online interviews 11:59pm (AEDT) on Sunday, 13 March
Students notified of outcome Thursday, 24 March
Student confirmation of participation and
deposit due By 9am (AEDT) on Thursday, 31 March
(non-refundable unless program is cancelled)
Full program fees due 12pm midday (AEDT) on Thursday, 28 April
(non-refundable unless program is cancelled)
Compulsory placement preparation Wednesday, 25 May (5-8pm Shanghai time/7-10pm
workshop Sydney time) (online) (class times to be confirmed)
Placement matching process finalised by
Monday, 6 June
AustCham and approved by USYD
Arrive at accommodation in Shanghai Sunday, 19 June
Professional placements in Shanghai start Monday, 20 June
Tuesday, 12 July (5-8pm Shanghai time/7pm-10pm
Compulsory during-placement workshop
Sydney time) (online) (class times to be confirmed)
Professional placements end Friday, 29 July 222
Depart Shanghai accommodation Saturday, 30 July
Tuesday, 26 July (5-8pm Shanghai time/7-10pm
Compulsory post-placement workshop
Sydney time) (online) (class times to be confirmed)
Travel
All students participating in China IPP must hold a current, valid Chinese passport with 6 months’
validity.
Students are responsible for their own travel arrangements to and from Shanghai.
It is a compulsory requirement to arrive in Shanghai by Sunday, 19 June 2022. If travelling
domestically in China from a middle or high risk area, you may be required to quarantine for 14 days
prior to 19 June or to have a COVID-19 test when you arrive in Shanghai. You will be required to
provide a negative COVID-19 test at least 72 hours prior to arrival in Shanghai, and to follow any
necessary COVID-19 risk management processes expected for the program.
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4As students are not covered for medical related costs by the University of Sydney student travel
insurance policy when visiting or staying in their country of residence, program participants are advised
to purchase their own travel insurance policy for the duration of the program. Please refer to
the Student Travel Insurance page for further information.
We strongly advise that you do not confirm/pay for any domestic in-country travel until you have
received official confirmation that you have been accepted into the program and your placement
has been confirmed.
Accommodation
Due to the high cost of accommodation in Shanghai, risk policy and management requirements, the
University will arrange twin-share accommodation for students. The cost of the accommodation will be
significantly subsidised by the Business School through a reduction in the required program fee. All
participating students are required to stay in the accommodation organised by the University.
Student accommodation in Shanghai will be provided from Sunday, 19 June to Saturday, 30 July
2022. Students must check out from the accommodation on 30 July. Accommodation before or after
these dates will have to be self-arranged and at student’s own expense. Further details on the
accommodation will be available closer to the time.
It is a mandatory requirement of the program that all students must stay in the accommodation
provided with room allocation being at the discretion of the program unit of study coordinator. To meet
the program’s risk protocols, students are not permitted to stay with family or friends or to otherwise
arrange their own accommodation during their placements. Students must remain in Shanghai for the
entire duration of the 6-week program and must not travel outside of Shanghai, or travel to any
medium-high risk COVID-19 areas.
Fees
The China IPP fees consist of two components:
1. The subsidised program package fee is AUD$3,100 and includes the following:
• partial accommodation costs
• program briefing pack
• placement sourcing and matching
• in-country support and risk management
2. In addition, the BUSS2504/BUSS6506 unit of study tuition fee, which is the normal tuition fee
associated with a unit of study at the Business School, will be charged through the normal University
billing process, and is separate to the subsidised program fee.
Additional costs not covered by the program fee or tuition fee:
• Domestic in-country travel fares, in-country transport, food & incidentals, any additional
accommodation requirements before and/or after the program, and any quarantine costs.
The program package fee deposit of AUD$1000 is due by 9am (AEDT) on 31 March 2022. The
balance of the program fee is due by 28 April 2022. The fees are to be paid in Australian dollars.
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5Program Conditions
By submitting an application, you agree to the following program conditions:
Selection criteria and application process
• Acceptance into the program is selective and is based initially on the student's written application
and online interview which mirrors the graduate recruitment process.
• Students must be physically present in China in June 2022 to be eligible to participate in the
program.
• All undergraduate applicants must have completed at least 48 credit points of business-related
units before applying for the program. All postgraduate applicants must have completed 24 credit
points.
• Applicants must have a minimum WAM of 60 across their Business School units.
• Applications will only be accepted during the specified application dates via Sonia. Late
applications will not be considered.
• All applicants must not apply to graduate prior to completing their placement and unit of study
requirements.
• Students can participate in one Industry Placement Program (local or international) only during the
course of their degree.
• The University of Sydney Business School will administer all applications and all enquiries should be
directed to: business.placements@sydney.edu.au
Placements
• Placements will take place from 20 June to 29 July 2022.
• Placements are limited, competitive and cannot be guaranteed. Placements are arranged on a
best-fit basis, where the needs of the organisation are carefully compared and matched based on
students’ major/specialisation, the placement outline and the organisational culture. Only, if, due to
unforeseen circumstances or risk, the initially confirmed placement falls through, the Business School
and/or any partner organisations will endeavour to find an alternative in order to meet the unit of
study learning requirements.
• Students will work 5 days per week with the specific hours being determined by the host
organisation. The specific work hours are agreed with the host organisation prior to the
commencement of placement. A representative of the host organisation will provide a work
statement outlining the main objectives of the placement. This may also include a list of the student’s
main tasks and any further work obligations that can be readily identified and reviewed
periodically throughout the work period.
• Students are expected to represent the University and host organisation in a positive manner at all
times. Inappropriate behaviour or misrepresentation of the University’s name and resources, either
professionally or otherwise may result in the immediate termination of the student from the
program.
• Students must not attempt to facilitate work placement arrangements outside those directly
associated with the program.
• Students must not decline an appropriately sourced and matched placement due to personal needs
or non-learning reasons.
• Some students may be paid a stipend by the host organisation. Payment of a stipend is not a
requirement of the program and does not apply to all placements. If a stipend is paid, the amount
is determined by the host organisation and may vary between placements.
• Students will earn up to 6 credit points for successfully completing the program.
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6Travel Arrangements
• Students must ensure they possess a current, valid Chinese passport with 6 months’ validity.
• Students are responsible for their own travel arrangements to and from Shanghai. Students must
arrive in Shanghai by 19 June 2022.
• We strongly advise that you do not confirm/pay for your domestic travel until you have
received official confirmation that you have been accepted into the program and your
placement has been confirmed.
COVID-19
• In the context of COVID-19, strict border controls, local quarantine requirements and other
restrictions applying to domestic travel within China are likely to continue for some time. Students
may be required to quarantine in Shanghai for 14 days prior to commencement of the placement
at their own personal expense.
• Students will be required to provide a negative COVID-19 test prior to commencing their
placement. Students may also be asked to provide evidence of vaccination status.
• Students who participate in this program accept that they have considered the relevant
circumstances and agree that the University has no liability in relation to their decision.
• If a student is exposed to, or exhibits symptoms of, COVID-19 the student must comply with all local
and host organisation regulations regarding COVID-19. Students must notify their placement
supervisor directly, notify AustCham Shanghai and email the Business Placements team on the same
day. The student must isolate immediately for a minimum of 7 days and provide 2 negative
COVID-19 tests in the 72 hours before resuming work.
Fees
• The program fees consist of two parts:
(i) the subsidised program package fee, which is AUD$3,100; and
(ii) the unit of study fee for BUSS2504/BUSS6506, which is the normal tuition fee associated with
a unit of study at the Business School, which will be charged through the normal University
billing process. It is separate to the program package fee.
• A deposit of A$1000 is due by 9am on 31 March 2022 and the full fees are due by 28 April
2022.
• Students are responsible for additional costs including domestic travel fares including flights, trains,
buses, taxis, etc, accommodation costs for mandatory quarantine period on arrival in Shanghai
prior to program commencement and/or post-program completion, food and entertainment costs,
and any other incidental costs. Refer to the Fees section for information on what is included in the
program fee.
Refund Policy
• In the event that the China Placement Program is cancelled by the University prior to 19 June
2022, students will receive a 100% refund of the program fee only. The University will not be
liable for any personal expenses incurred by students.
• Upon acceptance, all students must pay a deposit of AUD$1000 by 9am on 31 March 2022,
which will only be refunded in the event that the China Placement Program is cancelled by the
University.
• Students who withdraw from the China Placement Program after paying the deposit but prior to
the full payment will not receive a refund of the AUD$1000.
• Students who withdraw from the China Placement Program after paying the full program fees will
not receive any refund.
• 100% of the unit of study fee debt for the BUSS2504/BUSS6506 China Placement Program unit
will be incurred after the Intensive July census date (1 July 2022).
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7• Applications to withdraw from the China Placement Program must be received in writing and
lodged with the University of Sydney Business School’s WIL Hub Placements team.
Media
All students are expected to agree to photographs or video taken in connection to the program being
used for marketing purposes by the University of Sydney Business School and partner organisations.
Students may also be invited to participate in the marketing and promotion of the placement program
by sharing their experience.
Confidentiality
Student information as required for administering all aspects of the program will be transferred from
the University of Sydney Business School to partner and host organisations.
Travelling to Australia after placement concludes
Before arriving in NSW
All international travellers should ensure they meet the Australian Government entry
requirements before travelling to Australia.
After arriving in NSW
Passengers who meet the Australian Government entry requirements and are fully vaccinated must:
• travel directly from the airport to their home or accommodation
• self-isolate until they receive a negative result from a COVID-19 rapid antigen test taken within the
first 24 hours of arrival (they may leave self-isolation to obtain a COVID-19 rapid antigen test kit)
• comply with the testing requirements
• not enter high risk settings.
Passengers who arrive in Australia in another state or territory and then travel to NSW within the first
14 days, must comply with the requirements in this guideline. They must have a COVID-19 rapid
antigen test immediately and self-isolate until they receive a negative result if they have not already
had a test in the jurisdiction they arrived in.
NSW Health guidelines for recent fully vaccinated arrivals
Download the NSW Health guidelines here. These guidelines are supplementary to the current Public
Health (COVID-19 Air Transportation Quarantine) Order (No 4) 2021 (the Order) and should be read
in conjunction with the Order.
For current information, visit https://covid19.homeaffairs.gov.au/coming-australia
Consequences if students are unable to travel to Australia
• Students will need to be aware of whether their course includes mandatory face to face
attendance and from what date. Remote delivery is not possible for all courses.
• If students are not present in Sydney by the date at which they are required to be physically
present, their ability to progress may be affected.
• If students are not present in Sydney by the date specified for their course, the options include:
(i) applying to suspend all of 2022 and restart in 2023. If students decide to suspend then they
should be mindful of suspension limits that apply for coursework students
(ii) students will be advised of other options (if available) by their faculty.
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8• Students should be aware that they will incur a financial cost if they pay fees for 2022 and are not
able to arrive in Sydney at the required times. The amount will depend on when they suspend: for
more information, see the International Student Fee Refund Policy 2017.
• VISA, student loans, scholarships or other entitlements:
- For more information about student visas, students should contact the University or see
the Department of Home Affairs “Student Visa” webpage.
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