Double Degree in Global Management and Chinese Politics with Renmin
Highlights
The Double Degree in Global Management and Chinese Politics between Luiss and Renmin University of China is a challenging two-year program taught entirely in English.
The program is aimed at students currently enrolled in the first year of the Luiss Master's program in Global Management and Politics.
Stemming from the interdisciplinary approach of the Master’s Degree in Global Management and Politics, this Double Degree program with the Renmin University of China will add a comprehensive introduction to the politics, economy, foreign policy, society, and culture of contemporary China. Participants in the program study governance and foreign relations in one of the leading Asian universities while living in China’s capital city.
During the first year at Luiss, the study plan will focus on the exploration of the economic, legal and business foundations of global management. During the second year in Beijing, students have the chance to visit and learn from Chinese companies, think tanks, research institutes, and NGOs as part of the program’s curriculum.
The program is structured as follows:
- the first year is carried out at Luiss (Rome);
- the second year is carried out at Renmin University of China (Beijing).
Available slots
Every year 5 students can take part in the program.
Academic coordinators
International Degree Programs
Sergio Rios Perez
Francesca Annunziata
Agnese Antioco
Laura Bernaola Picca
Meri Kazazi
Anna Meneghin
Elena Salemi
Nicla Scaglione
Camilla Viganotti
Viale Romania 32
00197 Rome
T: +39 06 85225592
international@luiss.it
Opening hours
Monday, Wednesday and Friday:
10 am-noon
Tuesday and Thursday:
3 pm-4 pm
Who can apply
Students enrolled in the first year of the Luiss Master’s program in Global Management and Politics.
Students with Chinese nationality are required to apply to the Double Degree through Renmin University of China, according to the national regulations of the P.R.C.
Details regarding the prerequisites for participation, the application procedure, the selection process, deadlines, and further information, will be contained in the call for applications. In case of doubts about the documents to upload or to get further information about the requested documents, students are invited to contact International Degree Programs before the application deadline.
Requirements (updated for the mobility year 2026-2027)
Candidates for this program should have the following requirements:
- Weighted average grade equal to or above 26/30;
- Students are required to pass all exams taught during the 1st semester and are strongly encouraged to pass all exams taught during the 2nd semester;
- As for English, students are required to possess one of the following certifications:
- IELTS 6.5 or superior (Academic version only);
- TOEFL iBT 98 or superior;
- Bachelor's Degree entirely taught in English.
Selection Criteria
Eligible candidates will be ranked based on the academic performance and the criteria included in the table below. The academic performance is assessed based on the data available to the Student Office by the deadline indicated in the Call for Applications (usually mid-February).
| Criterion | Percentage |
| Registered ECTS credits | 33% |
| Registered ECTS credits for internship | 2% |
| Weighted GPA | 35% |
| English language level | 25% |
| Bachelor's Degree final grade | 5% |
Recap of the Deadlines (updated for the mobility year 2026-2027)
| Publication of the call | Early December 2025 |
| Applications start from | 8 January 2026 |
| Deadline to apply | 21 January 2026 |
| Selection results | End of February 2026 |
| Confirmation of participation | Within one working day |
Disclaimer: dates might be subject to change; please refer to this webpage for the latest updates.
Information and forms
While every effort will be made to provide students with complete, accurate and timely information, Luiss reserves the right to change, amend, modify or revoke the aforementioned program. Luiss is not responsible for any cancellation or modification due to events beyond its control. If the program is cancelled or modified for these reasons, Luiss will inform all interested students in a timely manner.