In addition to its focus on the legal aspects of China's evolving market-based economy, the curriculum introduces students to the Chinese legal system and its dispute resolution mechanisms, and to the lawyering system of China. To expose the formal structure of China's political system, the course of study also includes instruction in China's constitutional law. In addition, to the classroom lectures and discussions, the learning experience is enriched through a series of field trips. Supplementary materials, including outlines of lectures, are prepared by Renmin. Instruction is given by faculty of Renmin's School of Law and by a member of the Indiana University law faculty who, as Resident Professor, accompanies the program participants.
Instruction is in English.
Lectures usually are delivered on weekday mornings, and field trips are scheduled on some weekday afternoons. An examination is administered and evaluated by the Resident Professor at the end of the Program. Evaluation of student performance and the awarding of academic credit are entirely the responsibility of Indiana University. The program will arrange memorable sightseeing excursions. Students will travel beyond Beijing for a day trip to the Great Wall of China.