UNIVERSITY OF MAKATI GRADUATE SCHOOL

1. UNIVERSITY OF MAKATI GRADUATE SCHOOL Course Title: Organization and Management of Educational Institutions Course No. Education 511 Faculty: AMELIA PLOPENIO PAJE, Ed. D REXON G ESTRELLA Reporter

2. Peking University

3. History Founded in 1898, Peking University was originally known as the Imperial University of Peking. It was the first national university covering comprehensive disciplines in China, and has been a leading institution on higher education in China since its establishment. It also served as the highest administration for education at the beginning of its founding. Peking University has continually played the essential role of pioneers in the course of Chinas modernization. The university's traditional emphasis on patriotism, progress, democracy, and science, together with its educational standards of diligence, precision, factualism, and innovation, have been passed down from generation to generation. Peking University is a world-renowned institution of higher learning. Our community of over 8,000 employees, including 2900 faculties and 5100 staff, combines to support the University’s great mission and reputation. The Office of Human Resources, one of the most important departments of the University, plans and manages the University’s human resources. It also offers comprehensive Human Resource services to all faculty and staff.

4. ADMISSION Undergraduate Course Listing School of Mathematical Sciences School of Physics Department of Computer Sciences and Technology College of Chemistry School of Life Sciences School of Earth and Space Sciences College of Urban and Environmental Sciences Department of Psychology School of Journalism & Communication Department of Chinese Language and Literature Department of History School of Archaeology and Museology Department of Philosophy School of International Studies School of Economics Guanghua School of Management Law School Department of Information Management Department of Sociology School of Government Department of English Language and Literature School of Foreign Languages School of Marxism Department of Physical Education School of Arts Yuanpei School School of Electronics Engineering and Computer Science China Center for Economic Research Graduate School of Education Academy for Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies College of Engineering College of Environmental Sciences and Engineering Health Science Center  ADMINISTRATION Office of the President Office of Development and Planning Office of Student Affairs Office of Security Office of Educational Administration Office of Scientific Research Office of Social Sciences Graduate School Office of Continuing Education Office of Human Resources Office of Financial Affairs Office of International Relations Office of Laboratory and Equipment Management Office of Informatization Office of Logistics Service Office of Real Estate Management Office of Construction Office of Science and Technology Development Office of University-invested Enterprises Managing Committee Labor Union

5. RESEARCH AND ACADEMICS Human Resource PKU is proud of its outstanding faculty. It includes 52 members of Chinese Academy of Sciences and 7 members of Chinese Academy of Engineering. At Peking University, about 60% of the educators hold Ph.D. degrees.   Human resource in Natural, Engineering and Medical Sciences of PKU in 2005

6. Projects Peking University attaches great importance to research in both basic and applied sciences. It tries to make the most use out of the advantages of basic research; on the other hand, it monitors over applied scientific research and technological developments. From 2001 to 2005, Peking University took on about 4000 research projects supported by Natural Science Foundation Committee (NSFC), Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST), Ministry of Education (MOE), corporations, international organizations and other.  Source of projects in Natural, Engineering and Medical Sciences of PKU: 2001-2005 Funds in Natural, Engineering and Medical Sciences of PKU: 2001-2005  Source of funds in Natural, Engineering and Medical Sciences of PKU: 2001-2005

7. Funds Peking University received about 594 million RMB for scientific research in 2005. Both MOST and NSFC are important sources of funds for scientific research at Peking University. Important Prizes Peking University won 22 National Prizes in Science & Technology from 2001 to 2005, including 1 National Top S&T Prize, 11 National Natural Science Prizes and 10 National S&T Development Prizes. Papers and Patents The quality of PKU’s papers has improved in recent years as well as their quantity, so PKU’s influence in science is becoming increasingly felt. From 2001 to 2005, PKU’s scientists have published almost 8,000 SCI papers with PKU as the primary institution, including 2 in SCIENCE, 3 in NATURE, 7 in PNAS, 26 in JACS, 11 in PRL and 1 in Lancet. In terms of cited times of papers, PKU has led all other universities in China in the recent 10 years. Average Impact Factor of papers in 2005 was 2.03.

8. ABOUT LIBRARY Peking University Library is one of the leading research libraries in China, combining a long and distinguished history with a vibrant mission of service to the University and the nation. Here you will find scholarly materials to support every learning endeavor. Zhu QiangUniversity Librarian University Library Peking University Library, founded in 1902, is one of the leading research libraries in China, combining a long and distinguished history with a vibrant mission of service to the University and the nation. The new library building, opened at the end of 1998, is located on the bank of the beautiful Weiming Lake. The total building area amounts to 51,000 square meters, with 4,000 seats. The collection capacity has reached 6,500,000 items, making it the biggest university library in Asia.

9. School Library The library of School of Government is middle-sized, collecting the document resources with the specialized features. The school library provides service mainly to teachers, undergraduates and postgraduates in our school, but also to the domestic and foreign visiting scholars and researchers in related fields. 

10. Study period and Academic Schedule The normal period of study for each program is as follows: 4 years for undergraduate degrees, 3 years (or in some cases, 2 years) for master's degrees, and 4 years for doctoral degrees. Students may, in particular cases, reduce or extend the duration of study upon application.   Peking University divides every academic year into spring and autumn semesters, with the latter marking the commencement of the academic year. The autumn semester starts in September and ends in January of the following year while the spring semester begins in February and ends in June. There will be a winter and summer vacation every year. The summer vacation usually lasts 2 months and there are various summer vacation courses available for students. The winter vacation lasts 4 weeks and normally follows the schedule of Chinese New Year. Programs International students have the following options of study at Peking University: (1) Undergraduate or graduate degree-granting programs; (2) Visiting students program (non-degree granting) (3) Pre-university program; (4) Short-term language courses or Chinese studies programs. Applicants must be non-Chinese citizens in good health, with valid passport, above the age of 18, and should abide by Chinese law and the regulations of Peking University. They should also respect Chinese social customs.

11. Undergraduate program:Students are required to complete the curriculum between 4 to 6 years and fulfill the designated number of credits. Successful graduates will receive a graduation certificate along with the bachelor's degree, according to the regulation of the Degree Committee. Master's Program: Students are required to complete the curriculum between 2-3 years, fulfill the designated number of credits, complete the master's thesis and defend of it in front of a panel of experts. Successful graduates will receive a graduation certificate along with the Master's degree, according to the regulation of the Degree Committee. Doctorate Program:Students are required to complete the curriculum between 4-6 years (in normal circumstances), fulfill the designated number of credits, conduct research, complete the doctoral thesis and defend it in front of a panel of experts. Successful graduates will receive a graduation certificate with the doctoral degree, according to the regulation of the Degree Committee.

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