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Ilia State University's mission is based on the rationale that a knowledge economy can only be developed at a strong research university nurturing well-educated group of individuals, who possess critical, analytical and creative skills. Thus, the contribution of a research university in the state's development and growth primarily relies on the creation of opportunities for a knowledge economy, as opposed to developing the specific fields of economy.

Inner Mongolia University, founded in 1957, was the first comprehensive university ever established in a minority nationality region. Now, it is also one of the "211 Project" universities for key construction and development. Occupying an area of 514.7 thousand square metres, the University is located in the capital city of the Inter Mongolia Autonomous Region, Hohhot, a city with a long history and rich culture beyond the Great Wall. The University consists of 14 colleges and faculties (altogether there are 32 departments) and another two independent departments for general education, covering 45 undergraduate programmes, as well as nine key disciplines either at national or regional level. 39 disciplines are authorized to grant a Master's degree (including one for MBA), and six to grant a doctoral degree. Three post-doctorate working stations are located in the university as well.