Reflections on the Implementation of the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in Mainland China*

With the increasing number of schools offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) in mainland China, a series of issues have emerged during its implementation. This paper compares the current situation of IBDP schools in mainland China, including their operations and the career paths of graduates, to explore several prominent problems, such as the elitism of IBDP in mainland China, the loss of IBDP graduates and educational capital, and the absence of national education within the international curriculum. Drawing on the implementation of IBDP in other countries and their relevant policies, this paper discusses strategies to address these issues, aiming to improve the implementation of the IBDP in China and promote its healthy development.