“This program will move business journalism in China to a new level. The courses offered respond to a growing public interest in business and e conomic news and to an increasing demand for trained editors and reporters to cover the field.”

— Li Xiguang, Executive Dean, Tsinghua School of Journalism and Communication

“ China 's importance in the global economy is growing exponentially, and journalists must gain the skills they need to cover the increasing complex business landscape.”

- Joyce Barnathan, President, International Center for Journalists

“Merrill Lynch has long recognized that efficient business growth cannot happen without responsible journalism that explains complicated economic trends, corporate practices and government policy to both the business community and to the public at large. This program will accomplish these goals.”

- Jason Wright, former Senior Vice President of Communications and Public Affairs, Merrill Lynch

"Merrill Lynch is constantly striving to push the boundaries of excellence and innovation. The China story is amazing, and by teaming up to develop these courses with Tsinghua, the leading Chinese university, Merrill Lynch believes the next generation of journalists in China will be better equipped to tell the story."

- Raymundo Yu, Senior Vice President and Chairman, Asia Pacific Region, Merrill Lynch

“Business is an important story anywhere but nowhere more important than China . There is a need for reliable information that markets can depend on.  That won't happen without journalists and editors trained to deliver top quality journalism of the kind we believe Tsinghua University and the International Center for Journalists are uniquely qualified to provide.”

- Alberto Ibargüen, President and CEO , John S. and James L. Knight Foundation

“We are delighted to be able to provide students in this new program with access to real-time information and data on all aspects of the business world. It's important to raise business journalism standards in a country so vital to global prosperity.”

- Matt Winkler, editor-in-chief, Bloomberg News

“It's an honor for us to be part of this unique and exciting program that will ultimately help build competitiveness and strength in China and in the rest of the world. The media should evolve and grow at the same time that a country evolves. As China heads for a more mature and sustainable economic environment for both domestic enterprises and foreign investors, it is important that journalists provide information that will help investors, companies and others make informed decisions. This will definitely help businesses take advantage of the growth potential of this country, offering more opportunities not only to China , but to the world economy.” 

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