Introduction
College Positioning and Educational Philosophy
Established in 1998, the College of Management at National Chi Nan University (NCNU) is dedicated to cultivating management professionals who combine humanistic values with technological literacy. The College emphasizes the integration of solid theoretical training with real-world economic trends and industry practices, ensuring that its academic programs remain responsive to global developments and societal needs.
Academic Development Milestones
1997
Establishment of the Department of International Business
1998
Establishment of the Departments of Economics and Information Management
2000
Launch of the Executive MBA (EMBA) Program
2001
Establishment of the Department of Finance
2008
Establishment of the Department of Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management
2012 & 2016
Establishment of the PhD and Master’s Programs in Emerging Industry Strategy and Development
2019
Launch of the Graduate Program in Key Regional Industries and the Undergraduate Program of the College of Management
2025
Establishment of the Master’s Program in Business Management and Innovative Applications of Information Technology
Advancing Global Engagement and English-Medium Education
In 2025, the College launched the Master’s Program in Business Management and Innovative Applications of Information Technology as a strategic milestone in its internationalization efforts. Delivered entirely in English, the program integrates business decision-making with digital and information technologies, preparing students with global mobility, cross-cultural communication skills, and practical problem-solving capabilities essential for multinational business environments.
Quality Assurance: AACSB Accreditation Alignment
The College actively aligns with the AACSB accreditation framework, underscoring its commitment to international academic standards and continuous quality enhancement. Through the Assurance of Learning (AoL) system, the College systematically reviews and strengthens curriculum design, faculty development, student learning outcomes, and institutional effectiveness, thereby advancing excellence in teaching, research, and social impact.
Academic Excellence and Industry Engagement
The College is supported by nearly 60 full-time faculty members with diverse international academic backgrounds and strong research credentials. Faculty research performance consistently ranks among the leading management schools in Taiwan.
Multiple faculty members have been recognized in the Stanford University/Elsevier World’s Top 2% Scientists rankings.
The Department of Information Management ranks among Taiwan’s top institutions in SCIE-indexed publications.
The Department of Finance maintains top-tier output in SSCI A-level finance journals.
Beyond academia, faculty members actively collaborate with government agencies and industry partners in areas such as tourism policy, cultural and creative industries, healthcare economics, and ICT services, translating research expertise into policy development and industrial innovation.
Strategic Directions for Future Growth
The College advances its long-term development through four strategic priorities:
Interdisciplinary Integration
Promoting cross-departmental learning pathways and flexible curriculum structures to foster dual-domain expertise and holistic problem-solving abilities.
Digital Competency Development
Enhancing students’ digital literacy, analytical capabilities, and applied learning through investments in data analytics infrastructure, financial laboratories, and PBL classrooms.
Industry-Academia Collaboration
Strengthening partnerships with local and global industries to support experiential learning, internships, and applied research initiatives.
Bilingual and Global Learning Environment
Expanding English-medium instruction in alignment with national bilingual education initiatives to strengthen international engagement and graduate employability.
Graduate Career Outcomes
Graduates of the College demonstrate strong professional performance across a wide range of core industries:
International Business
Multinational corporations, finance, technology services, and global operations
Economics
Public sector agencies, financial institutions, and economic research organizations
Information Management
Software engineering, systems analysis, FinTech, and digital transformation
Finance
Banking, investment, corporate finance, insurance, and risk management
Tourism, Leisure and Hospitality Management
Hospitality enterprises, tourism policy institutions, and service innovation sectors
