China

China Onboarding

Preparing for an exchange in China? Get practical insights, tips, and first-hand advice to make your journey smoother and your experience more rewarding!

Swissuniversities, together with Swissnex in China, is hosting a webinar designed for Swiss students preparing an exchange semester in China. The session will introduce you to studying in Chinese higher education institutions and clarify key aspects of academic life that may seem unfamiliar.

You’ll also hear from Swiss students who recently studied in China, sharing their experiences and practical tips on making the most of your stay. The program concludes with a Q&A session, giving you the chance to ask questions directly to experts and peers.

Whether you want to better understand the academic environment, adapt smoothly to cultural differences, or simply prepare for daily life abroad, this webinar will help you start your exchange in China with confidence.

Program

12:00 – 13:30 CEST

18:00 – 19:30 China time

 

Welcome & Introduction
Aijing Cao, Academia & Arts Manager, Swissnex in China

Studying in Chinese Higher Education Institutions
Céline Badertscher, Deputy Head of STE, Embassy of Switzerland in China

Student Experiences: Insights from Recent Exchange Participants
Sarah Errichelli (Tsinghua University); Jacqueline Kägi (University of International Business and Economics); Michael Moser (Hong Kong University of Science and Technology); Zoe Marcuard (Shanghai Jiao Tong University); Aurélien Diemand (Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen)

Q&A

Closing Remarks
Aijing Cao, Academia & Arts Manager, Swissnex in China

Student Speakers

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    Bio

    Sarah Errichelli

    Tsinghua University (THU)

    Sarah Errichelli is a student from Geneva, currently pursuing a dual master’s degree between the University of Geneva and Tsinghua University in Beijing, focusing on innovation, human development and sustainability, as well as public policy for the Sustainable Development Goals. Over the past two years, she has been living in China as an international student, gaining first-hand experience of university life and everyday realities across different regions of the country. She has a particular interest in sustainability, international development and cooperation, and multicultural exchange.

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    Bio

    Jacqueline Kägi

    University of International Business and Economics (UIBE)

    Jacqueline is a Master’s student in International Management at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW), currently on a full academic year exchange at the University of International Business and Economics (UIBE) in Beijing. Her studies focus on global business environments, finance, and cross-cultural management. Prior to her exchange, she gained several years of professional experience at Bär & Karrer, one of Switzerland’s leading law firms, working across IT innovation and Human Resources. In these roles, she led firm-wide digital initiatives, training programs, and process improvements, developing a strong ability to translate complex systems into practical solutions.

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    Bio

    Michael Moser

    Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST)

    Michael is a Bachelor’s student in Economics at the University of St. Gallen (HSG), currently on exchange at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) in Hong Kong. The exchange has allowed him to deepen his understanding of Asian financial markets and business environments, complementing his focus on finance and global markets.

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    Bio

    Zoe Marcuard

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University (SJTU)

    Zoe holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from HES-SO, Switzerland, graduating in 2020. Following her studies, she pursued Korean language studies at Yonsei University before joining Pictet & Cie in Geneva, one of Switzerland’s leading private banks. She is currently studying Chinese at Shanghai Jiao Tong University, continuing to build on her international experience.

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    Bio

    Aurélien Diemand

    Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-SZ)

    Aurélien Diemand is a Master in Management candidate at HEC Lausanne, with a focus on marketing, and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Management from the University of Geneva. He completed an exchange semester at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shenzhen (CUHK-SZ), before moving to Shanghai, where he is currently completing a Marketing & Strategy internship at a marketing agency. In this role, he now works on AI-driven content production, social media strategy, and multi-platform communication.

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