The lobby of the Commerce Building in National Chengchi University campus was radiating with international fervor on October 16th, 2024, as the annual Partner School Fair unfolded. This highly anticipated event provided a platform for foreign exchange students to showcase their home universities to a captivated audience of local and international NCCU students.

With over sixty partner universities represented, the fair offered a panoramic view of global academic opportunities. Students eagerly navigated the diverse array of booths, each brimming with information and cultural insights. 

The fair served as an outlet for invaluable advice and guidance. A representative from Audiencia Business School in France emphasized the importance of academic diligence for Taiwanese students aspiring to study in France. Another prominent representative was from ESSCA School of Management, further showcasing the wealth of opportunities available in French education. Emma, a Finance student at NCCUC, expressed a keen interest in ESSCA School of Management in France. She was drawn by the university’s representative who delivered an engaging presentation, highlighting the institution’s strengths and providing tailored recommendations on campus selection and course options. Her energetic demeanor and insightful responses to student inquiries left a lasting impression. 

Ondra Psenicka, representing Prague University, drew interest with his insights into the prestigious Business Administration faculty. Grace, a Risk Management student at NCCUC, was particularly captivated by the prospect of studying at Prague University. Ondra’s advice extended beyond academics, encompassing practical tips for navigating daily life in Prague. Their exchange culminated in the sharing of contact information, fostering a connection that extended beyond the fair.

The Waseda Business School and Kyushu University, representing Japan’s academic excellence, also generated significant excitement, attracting a steady stream of students who were keen to learn about studying in Japan. 

Zoe and Melody, Money and Banking students from NCCUC, were particularly drawn to the National University of Singapore Business School, finding the representative’s presentation highly compelling. Their animated discussion afterward underscored how impactful the fair’s atmosphere was in encouraging students to envision new adventures.
In another corner of the lobby, Mikoto Nomura, representing Queensland University of Technology Faculty of Business and Law, demonstrated meticulous preparation, equipping interested students with comprehensive pamphlets detailing crucial aspects of studying in Australia, including cost of living and the structure of the exchange program. Mikoto’s proactive approach extended to sharing her social media and email address, ensuring continued engagement with prospective students. This personal touch created a sense of connection that contributed to the fair’s dynamic and engaging atmosphere.

Rudram Piplad, representing the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, promoted the virtues of his institution, emphasizing the esteemed faculty, many of whom boast degrees from prestigious universities like Harvard. He emphasized the use of innovative teaching methods, including case studies that challenge students to think critically. He encouraged Taiwanese students to sharpen their English skills, stressing that it would be a key asset for anyone aspiring to excel at his institution.

Throughout the event, France, Germany, and Belgium stood out with their expansive presence. With as many as thirteen booths, their representatives showcased a variety of options, emphasizing the depth of their partnerships with NCCU. The atmosphere was stimulating, with a constant hum of conversation and networking filling the lobby as students eagerly absorbed the information being shared.

Even as the ninety-minute event neared its end, the enthusiasm throughout the room remained high. Attendees expressed their excitement, discussing their newfound interests and exchange prospects with their peers. The fair was an invigorating reminder of NCCUC’s commitment to fostering global connections and expanding its students’ academic horizons.

This annual event serves as a testament to NCCUC’s commitment to fostering global perspectives and providing its students with unparalleled access to international educational opportunities. The 2024 Partner School Fair was more than just an event. It was a celebration of possibilities and a launchpad for countless academic adventures. It was a vivid demonstration of how NCCUC’s network of global partnerships comes to life, inspiring students to courageously take the leap toward international learning and growth.

【產創總中心訊】
本校產學營運暨創新育成總中心（以下稱產創總中心）日前舉辦以「創業團隊協作與資源共享」為題的工作坊，正式拉開2025霍特獎校園競賽序幕。產創總中心營運長林士淵為活動開場致詞，強調學校對於學生創業計畫的全力支持，並表示將持續為新創團隊提供多方面資源，鼓勵學生勇敢追夢和展現創新精神。

隨後，政大霍特獎校園大使Kimberly Chen詳細介紹霍特獎全球競賽的目標與意義，並分享自己的參賽經驗，激勵學生勇於迎接挑戰。她勉勵大家抓住機會，發揮創業潛力，努力成為下一代的創業領袖。接下來，由Fabreco公司執行長兼聯合創辦人Angelica Urbina分享參加霍特獎的寶貴經歷。她鼓勵學生勇於突破自我和擁抱創意，並在競賽過程中保持韌性與決心。她的分享為工作坊的學生帶來深刻的啟發，強調在創業過程中協作與創新的重要性，也期許大家能對全球創業生態系統做出實質貢獻。

工作坊進入互動環節，首先進行了「熱馬鈴薯（Hot Potato）」破冰遊戲，讓參加者透過拋接球的方式進行自我介紹，接著進行「最高建築（Tallest Building）」挑戰，透過分組合作並利用有限材料搭建建築物，藉此培養團隊協作能力。最後進入簡報環節，讓學生們分享各自的創業想法，並與未來有可能成為隊友的同學進行交流與合作。

Kimberly Chen表示由於產創總中心的全力支持，以及政大霍特獎校園團隊的用心籌劃，工作坊才能圓滿成功。她也表示在未來兩個月內，將會推出更多創新創業系列工作坊、創業導師課程及團隊協作訓練，全面支援學生的創業發展，並期待看到大家提出具有創新構想的創業項目。隨著霍特獎系列工作坊的啟動，產創總中心將繼續扮演支持學生創業的重要角色，讓更多創新構想得以落地實現，為全球創造正向社會影響力。

隨著新學期的開始，政大IMBA來自13國共42位的新生們也於9月1日齊聚商學院，這次的新生訓練除了讓新生們相見歡之外，還邀請了師長、行政團隊、學長姐乃至於校友進行經驗分享和傳承，就是希望新生們對於接下來的兩年課程和校園生活，有更多的認識並做好萬全準備。

IMBA學程主任蔡政憲(Professor Jason Tsai)教授於開場致詞中鼓勵所有同學，不論是國際生或本地生，都應該把握在IMBA學程的機會，敞開心胸體驗一切，例如國際生可以積極尋找在台灣的實習或兼職工作，一窺台灣企業的工作氛圍和文化，而本地生則可以善用學程提供的資源，申請國際姊妹校交換或者雙聯學位，除了學術技能之外，在IMBA的社群內，建立跨國人脈也是很重要且不可或缺的一環。緊接著IMBA行政團隊介紹了和同學們日常課業息息相關的一切所需，盼充分的資訊揭露可以緩解同學們的緊張和不安，也相信強大且可靠的行政團隊們，將成為日後學習的後盾。

新生們最期待的莫過於在學學長姐以及校友的現身說法，2021年入學的胡維榛(Roxanne Hu)學姊，分享了本地生在學程中會碰到的挑戰與個人經驗，尤其在工作、學業及個人生活平衡上，應該和身邊的人都保持開放溝通，設定具體目標，並做好時程管理，並強調在面對各方壓力時，照顧好個人身心健康為首要之務，而她也照著這樣的方式，一年就順利完成所有必修課程，並於第二年前往法國留學。

外籍生代表則為2023年入學來自哥倫比亞的程麗梅(Johana Cuellar)，她透過參與「Study in Taiwan」比賽的短片，分享了自己的台灣經驗。在台灣這個全新的環境中感受不同的文化衝擊，同時還要在學業壓力中保持身心健康，對她而言是一趟自我發現與成長之旅，她同時還申請了視覺內容創作的國際實習，除了因此更了解台灣的職場文化和工作習慣，更累積獨一無二的作品集和人脈，最後，她以十三世紀波斯詩人魯米的一句話總結：「昨天的我很聰明，所以我想改變世界。今天的我充滿智慧，所以我正在改變自己。」

校友分享的環節則邀請了來自宏都拉斯的張振軒(Francisco Lopez)和台灣的曾毓(Taro Tseng)。Francisco分享自己在學時即碰到的挑戰和收獲，鼓勵學弟妹們要敞開心胸接受各方回饋，並積極投入IMBA大家庭的各項活動，保持開放的溝通，和不同國家的同學們交流。曾毓強調在課業壓力下仍需專注於個人目標的重要性，在享受重回校園生活之餘，也要盡量保持學業與個人生活的平衡，尤其是法國雙聯學位的經歷，和不同文化背景的人互動讓她時刻警惕自己應保持多元的觀點，對他個人影響深遠。

IMBA生活中，除了學業之外，多元的課外活動和社團也是亮點之一。IMBA學生會會長林約翰(Dicky Irawan) 代表分享了學生會以及IMBA Oath Club的重要性，並邀請同學們積極參與。另外也有IMBA龍舟隊的共同隊長印尼的戴绍安 (Anthony Santoso)和台灣的高嘉伶(Lynn Kao)共同進行社團介紹，他們分享了龍舟隊之於IMBA的重要意義，並再次號召現場同學踴躍加入。

新生訓練精彩且豐富的內容，不但讓IMBA新生們滿載而歸，IMBA大家庭的學長姐、校友以及行政團隊們也將成為新生最大的後盾，讓他們更有信心勇往直前，面對接下來的挑戰。

2024年IMBA班級：在多元與雄心壯志的氛圍團結一心。

IMBA學程主任蔡政憲，以熱情和激勵人心的歡迎致詞為新生活動開場。

建立聯繫：IMBA學生以燦爛的笑容和共同理想建立友誼。

曾毓(Taro Tseng)分享她的旅程與專業知識，激勵IMBA新生們勇敢迎接學術冒險。

張振軒 (Francisco Lopez)以充滿智慧的經驗談，吸引新生們的目光。

On Sunday, September 1st, 2024, the International Master of Business Administration (IMBA) Program held an engaging orientation ceremony to welcome its new students. The event took place on the sixth floor of the College of Commerce Building and was led by two moderators who created an uplifting and informative atmosphere for the afternoon.

The orientation began with an inspiring welcome speech by Professor Jason Tsai, the Director of the IMBA Program. In his address, he emphasized the significant role that the IMBA program plays in students’ academic journeys, describing it as a pivotal step in their formal education. He encouraged students to take advantage of this unique opportunity, especially those from international backgrounds, emphasizing the opportunity costs involved. He also urged local students to explore the exchange program or dual degree options and advised international students to pursue internship or part-time job opportunities. The Director highlighted the importance of networking within the IMBA community and encouraged students to connect with alumni from their home countries.

Following Director Tsai’s address, the students gathered on stage for a group photo, marking the start of their shared journey and the friendships that would form during their studies. 

The orientation then shifted to an administrative session led by the IMBA Administration Office. The office representatives provided essential information about the program’s structure, resources and opportunities. They detailed the IMBA course layout, concentration options, policies, and facilities creating an informative atmosphere for the journey ahead. 

The orientation truly came alive during the sessions where current students and alumni shared their experiences, providing valuable insights for the newcomers embarking on their IMBA journey. Roxanne Hu, a current student from the 2021 batch, offered her unique perspective as a local student. Her advice was to communicate openly with professors, classmates, and loved ones; to set and reach specific goals; and to develop a routine to manage time effectively. She also emphasized the importance of prioritizing well-being, especially during overwhelming times, and pointed out the program’s flexibility, which allowed her to study abroad in France during her second year after completing the required first-year courses.

Johana Cuellar from Colombia, a member of the 2023 batch, enthusiastically shared her experiences, showcasing her short film from the Study in Taiwan competition. She emphasized the significance of cultural adaptation, the journey of self-discovery in a new environment, and preserving mental health amidst academic rigors. She also shared her international internship as a visual content creator, offering three key insights: understanding Taiwanese work culture, building a robust portfolio, and fostering valuable professional relationships. She concluded with an inspiring quote from Rumi: “Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself.”

The alumni perspective was brought to life by Francisco Lopez from Honduras and Taro Tseng from Taiwan. Francisco discussed the challenges and rewards of the IMBA experience. He encouraged students to welcome feedback, take responsibility for their choices, and engage actively in the IMBA community. He further urged students to have faith in themselves, to communicate openly, and to practice self-compassion when things do not go according to plan.

Taro shared her insights as a local alumnus, emphasizing the need to remain focused on personal goals despite academic pressures. She encouraged students to enjoy the program and to maintain a balance between their studies and personal relationships. Drawing from her dual-degree experience in France, Taro underscored the importance of appreciating diverse perspectives and the personal growth that derives from interacting with individuals from various cultural backgrounds.

Dicky Irawan, the President of the IMBA Student Council, took the opportunity to introduce the council members, shared information about open positions, and urged new students to get involved. Additionally, he spoke on behalf of the IMBA Oath Club, which advocates for ethical leadership, and invited students to play a role in the club.

The final club presentation was delivered by the co-captains of the IMBA Dragon Boat Team, Anthony Santoso from Indonesia and Lynn Kao from Taiwan. Lynn shared the significance of the Dragon Boat Festival and the team structure while Anthony highlighted the multifaceted benefits of joining the team. They concluded with a call to action for interested students to join and rewarded the first recruit with a prize.

The formal orientation concluded with a vibrant networking session, allowing new students to forge the connections that would prove essential throughout their IMBA journey. A campus tour followed, familiarizing students with their new academic home.

The IMBA 2024 Orientation left the new students equipped, inspired, and ready to embark on their academic journey at NCCUC. The new students departed, marking the end of a memorable first chapter in what promised to be an enriching and transformative experience for the IMBA batch of 2024.

隨著新學年度的展開，政大商學院英語商管專班(ETP)也迎來了新的生力軍，為歡迎加入ETP的大一新生們，商學院國際事務辦公室特別於開學之初，精心規劃了半天的迎新活動，透過豐富的課程內容和破冰活動，為同學們預先展示了接下來四年的精彩生活，同時化解對不確定未來的不安和緊張，並為熟稔彼此情誼提供絕佳的機會。

英語商管專班(ETP)主任林怡伶於開場時就展現了溫暖而真摯的歡迎之情，並且鼓勵同學們不用侷限在學術領域，應專注於加入ETP帶來的個人成長，以及多元經驗帶來的轉變，相信在座的每一位經過ETP的加持後，都可以帶著自信與從容面對全球商業環境的挑戰，在快速變遷的世界中留下屬於自己的成就。

緊接著ETP的三位專任教師，也把握同學們齊聚一堂的機會，進行自我介紹以及分享對同學們的期許。楊健威老師鼓勵大家，把握在學時間精進英語，當未來在應對各種複雜的商業情境，若能用英文精準的傳遞想法，將成為一大利器。鄺慧琪老師則給予學生們溫暖的支持，鼓勵同學在這個全新的環境中敞開心胸，和來自不同科系的同學們交流，相信一定可以獲得超乎想像的成果。沈琪老師稱讚同學們做了勇敢而明智的決定，作為政大商學院的新鮮人，他肯定同學們的實力，更應該秉持這股自信，善用學校資源持續精進。

為讓同學們搶先體驗ETP課程的精彩內容，在三位老師的帶領下，將同學們分成三組進行互動工作坊。楊健威老師為同學們準備了充滿創造力的即席演說挑戰，小組們在有限的時間內使用腦力激當初的詞彙進行英文故事演說，每個小組都展現了出色的創意成果。鄺慧琪老師則帶來「台式英文」的分享，透過情境範例和小組互動，帶領同學們了解語言和文化的細膩之處。沈琪老師則帶領同學們討論品牌策略和企業識別(logo)，有效的連結了商業語言技能與現實的商業世界，激勵同學們進行批判性思考和合作。

同學們在參與本次的迎新活動後，對於接下來的課程內容充滿期待，尤其是老師們帶領的工作坊，用充滿互動的方式結合理論和實務，課後也獲得了非常寶貴的回饋，真的獲益良多。

本次的ETP迎新日在同學們的歡笑中圓滿落幕，經過半天的相處，不但加深同學們之間和老師的情誼，也為接下來充滿挑戰的日子，寫下充滿希望的開端。

新學期開始之際，政大商學院再度迎來了來自26國共146位的交換生，為協助交換生可以快速熟悉政大的環境和台灣文化，商學院國際事務辦公室也為這群遠道而來的同學們，精心安排一系列的迎新活動及宜蘭文化之旅，也很感謝政大商學院國際事務大使的協力，讓活動圓滿落幕，交換生們也都滿載而歸。
迎新活動從主持人帶領的破冰遊戲展開序幕，透過這些精心設計的互動環節，這些來自世界各地的同學們不知不覺就熟稔起來，當中由總召企管三高婷薇(Alice Kao)及企管二張筱妍(Kathy Chang)最引人入勝的小遊戲「Pass the Word」，更是在這群外籍同學間掀起挑戰。緊接著由兩位商院國際事務大使國貿二劉姵岑(Hebe Liu)和財管二楊子儀(Ruby Yang)帶來「Landing in Taiwan」，如數家珍般地介紹了台灣的知名景點、傳統節慶、特色美食，以及最實用的日常生活指南，包含交通訊息、便利商店等等，堪稱匯集了所有重要資訊的台灣生活大寶典，當中不免俗地穿插了寫書法的互動環節，也讓來自科隆大學管理經濟社會科學院的交換生Lora Boycheva（白蘿拉）印象深刻。

針對交換生們生活的重點區域-政大校園，則由兩組同學包含統計二吳帛恩(Brian Wu) 、企管二劉藝婷(Latisha Liu)以及企管二張筱妍(Kathy Chang)，分別透過充滿活力的說唱「BBA News-Podcast」和特別的「Expenditure Map」，分享政大校園的生存指南，從校園環境、餐飲選擇，到國際學程、交換計畫以及學伴制度、選課方式等等，將同學們日常生活和學習所需的訊息一網打盡。分享環節的壓軸，則由政大交換學程的負責助教黃千容介紹國際事務辦公室，以及學校對於交換生們所提供的行政資源。

在緊湊的介紹環節之後，交換生在國際學生大使的陪伴下，終於第一次走訪政大校園，實地了解未來幾個月的生活場景。緊接著就搭上巴士，展開期待已久的宜蘭文化之旅，透過導遊深入淺出的介紹，外籍同學們對於台灣的歷史、地理有了初步的理解，在享用道地豐盛的台菜午餐後，一行人祥語有機農場，穿上傳統農耕服裝出發採摘茶葉。來自印度管理學院班加羅爾分校(IIMB) 的碩士生Rudram Piplad（畢如莊）和Harish Kumar Obili（歐禾利）表示，整個行程中最難忘的就是採茶體驗，加上獲得了親手雕刻的茶杯，把回憶化成了具體的紀念品保存，特別有意義。

要體驗傳統文化，當然不能錯過宜蘭的傳統藝術中心，來自日本早稻田大學的 Kohei Osawa（大澤耕平）以及比利時布魯塞爾自由大學Solvay商學院的Ilias Lahmidi（雷伊利）表示，雖然天氣真的非常炎熱，但喝到傳統涼茶，雖然炎熱是一種常見的抱怨，但白天提供的冷茶和親身體驗的傳統文化氛圍，都緩解了天氣炎熱帶來的不適，此行非常值得。

當天的最後一站來到羅東夜市，在導遊及國際事務大使的鼓勵下，交換生們紛紛品嚐了宜蘭特產的蔥餅和花生捲，親身體驗台灣街頭美食的魅力，一行人在歡樂的氛圍中驅車北返，緊湊又豐富的行程，讓所有參與者不論是精神或味蕾都獲得了非常大的滿足，也讓這些遠道而來的同學們，對於接下來的台灣冒險，增添了許多期待與想像。