【Text: Associate Professor I-Hui Cheng, Department of Applied Economics; Edited by: Public Affairs Section】

【Translated with the assistance of Google Gemini】

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2026-04-17 On April 15, 2026, the College of Management at the National University of Kaohsiung (NUK) officially signed a dual degree cooperation agreement with the Loughborough Business School (LBS) at Loughborough University, UK. The partnership introduces "1+1 Dual Master’s" and "4+1 Bachelor-to-Master" degree tracks. The agreement was signed by Dr. I-Hsiang Huang, Dean of the NUK College of Management, with Dr. Ali Choudhary, Head of the Economics Group at LBS, attending the ceremony as the representative of the LBS Dean. This collaboration opens diverse pathways for advanced studies and international development, marking a significant step forward in academic cooperation between the two institutions.

Dr. I-Hsiang Huang, Dean of the NUK College of Management, noted that Dr. Ali Choudhary’s visit to Taiwan underscores the high level of importance both parties place on this partnership. "Loughborough University is a benchmark research-oriented institution in the UK. Its Business School holds the prestigious 'Triple Crown' accreditation—AACSB, EQUIS, and AMBA—affirming its excellence in teaching and research," Dean Huang stated. He emphasized that this collaboration will not only enhance students' international mobility but also deepen exchange in business management education, providing a vital engine for the college's international development.

Founded in 1909, Loughborough University consistently performs exceptionally in both UK and international rankings. It is world-renowned for its sports-related subjects; notably, during the 2024 Paris Olympics, its students and alumni secured 35 medals for Great Britain (11 gold, 10 silver, and 14 bronze). The Business School ranks among the top 10 in the UK in fields such as Business Administration, Finance, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management, emphasizing a balance between theory and practice to cultivate globally competitive talent.

The partnership was facilitated by Associate Professor I-Hui Cheng from the NUK Department of Applied Economics. The collaboration offers two primary models:

• "1+1" Dual Master’s Degree: Students complete part of their curriculum at NUK before transitioning to Loughborough to finish their Master’s studies.

• "4+1" Bachelor-to-Master Program: This pathway is also open to students from other departments, offering more opportunities to pivot into advanced business and management tracks.

The agreement between NUK and LBS features a flexible structural design and offers generous scholarships through the dual degree mechanism. This allows students to efficiently bridge their international learning journey according to their personal career goals, significantly enhancing their employment competitiveness in the global market.

Registration and consultations for this program are now open for the current academic year. For details regarding application timelines, eligibility, program information, and scholarships, please contact Associate Professor I-Hui Cheng (Email: icheng@nuk.edu.tw). Further updates will be announced as the cooperation mechanism evolves.

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