The Confucius Institute at Alfred University (CIAU) was established in 2008 with the support of the Office of Chinese Language Council International (Hanban). It is part of an international network of Confucius Institutes dedicated to promoting the study of Chinese language, culture, ethics, and philosophy, and furthers the understanding of China today.

CIAU is housed at the College of Business at Alfred University. It is an educational resource for teachers, parents, and students throughout western New York. In addition to being a full professional development and workshop center, CIAU has a resource library with more than 3,000 print and media materials for educators and students.

Alfred University
With one of the top five art schools in the country, a school of engineering with internationally recognized programs, and majors in hot career fields ranging from psychology to education to business, Alfred University has firmly established its place in the top tier of comprehensive colleges in the Northeast.

Top quality academics. Global focus. Personal attention. That's what you will find at Alfred University, located in the scenic Finger Lakes region of Western New York. With more than 60 majors and concentrations and 40 minors to choose from, Alfred University students enjoy a diverse wealth of academic programs.

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College of Business
AU's College of Business offers a curriculum that has a unique balance of acquiring knowledge, developing leadership skills and gaining experience in the business field. Four majors and 7 minors are offered along with a Masters of Business Administration. The program is accredited by the AACSB International, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business, the preeminent accrediting body in business education at the college level.

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