Asia Institute on Political Economy
July 30- August 20, 2004
www.tfasasia.org
The Fund for American Studies in partnership with the University of Hong
Kong and Georgetown University
Come to Hong Kong
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Participate in an international
program that promotes
discussion of political economy
with young leaders
Learn from renowned
professors
Analyze and debate issues of
economics, global trade and
economic development with
outstanding students, wellknown professors and notable
guests.
Live in the international center
for finance and trade and a hub
for vibrant cultural interaction.
Institute Objectives
The Institute is intended for serious and
energetic students who are willing to be
challenged by stimulating ideas and cultural
exchange.
 AIPE brings together over 60 students from
a wide range of nationalities to interact,
learn and share their experiences.
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Academics
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Political Economy Component the
examines structure and functions of a
market economy. Students will use
the Harvard Business School case
study approach to examine how
several countries have fared using
respective models of market
governance.
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The American Studies
Component allows students to
explore historical and cultural
aspects of American society. The
course examines Theories, structures
and principles of of the American
system of constitutional government
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Academic credit is available
through Georgetown University for
either graduate or undergraduate
level studies.
Live and Learn
“The interaction with the Asian students is an incredible opportunity to
learn what you and your country look like from beyond the mirror of your
press and the rhetoric of your politicians - an important view in the
emerging global market.” –Lara Turner, USA
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The pace of the academic
program is intense and
demanding
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Students are engaged in an
exchange of ideas and cultures
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The Institute provides students
with the opportunity to network
with future leaders throughout
Asia and the US
Admissions Requirements for all
International Programs
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Letters of
Recommendations
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An Official Transcript
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Resume or Curriculum
Vitae
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Typed 500 word essay
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Proof of English
proficiency
TOEFL, IELTS, Letter
from an English
professor, or official
certificate of English
proficiency
Generous Donors make AIPE
Possible
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Anonymous
Mr. Charlie Black
Mr. Don Cogman
David & Corinne
Jones Scholarship
Fund
The Earhart
Foundation
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Eli Lily Asian
Operations, Ltd.
Samuel Freeman
Charitable Trust
Mr. Thomas L. Philips
Mr. Tim Ryan
Mr. Randal C. Teague
TFAS Alumni Network
The Fund for American studies has educated over 7,000 students from 80
countries since its conception in 1967
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Alumni form a significant
network of young leaders and
professionals in academia,
journalism, business, and
government.
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Alumni communicate through
e-groups, seminars,
conferences, and country
chapters.
“ We learn to listen to others and respect what is
going on in a certain country. We begin to consider
issues in the world with the means that we have
gained in the classes and off-class discussions."
Steven Ming Yang, China, AIPE ‘02
Apply Online Today at
www.tfasasia.org.
Asia’s Premier Political Economy Program
How to Apply
To be considered for admission, one must
submit all the items before the application
deadline.
Contact Information
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For students from the People's Republic of China, Chinese
Taipei, and the Hong Kong SAR, submit applications to:
Dr. Timothy Hau, Academic Director
Asia Institute for Political Economy
School of Economics and Finance
The University of Hong Kong
Pokfulam Road, Hong Kong
Tel: 852-2859-2192
Fax: 852-2548-1152
E-mail: tfasasia@econ.hku.hk
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Admissions Deadline: March 15, 2004.
*For students from the People's Republic of China
Admissions Deadline: January 21, 2004
Contact Information
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For countries not listed above (United States, Korea,
Singapore, Indonesia, Japan, etc), submit applications to:
Mr. Charles Brockner, Director
Asia Institute for Political Economy
The Fund for American Studies
1706 New Hampshire Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20009
U.S.A.
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Admissions Deadline: March 15, 2004.