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[quote=Anonymous]As a STEM hiring manager, I would not hire a non-PRC citizen with an undergrad from either place.  All PRC universities emphasize pure memorization over creativity. It largely is a cultural phenomenon. I also would be doing more extensive screening in the interview process, posing some Kobayashi Maru design or programming problems to see if they could cope.

The huge advantage westerners have in technology partly comes from an ability to think outside the box, to be creative, and to understand in depth (not merely cramming for the tests). Much of E Asia are outstanding at manufacturing and at being a fast follower, but never would have invented the iPhone de novo.

Similar issues with excessive memorization exist in S Korea, India, and Taiwan. Somewhat true, but perhaps less so, also in Japan and Singapore.  India and Singapore usually teach in English; English is the default interoperable language both of those places. A few specific universities in Japan or Taiwan teach STEM (at least) in English.

My suggestion is to study STEM in the US, Canada, UK, or Ireland. Then, have DC see about getting a Luce Fellowship (might have a new name, not sure) or similar to spend a year working in Asia. [/quote]

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