Remote studies at Tsinghua allowed me to become a millionaire in Bali (in local currency)
- Rick Dunham
- Feb 25, 2022
- 1 min read

By KATARINA SAI
Global Business Journalism reporter
BALI, Indonesia – I considered all pros and cons and bought my tickets to Bali in mid-November. By the end of November, I was quarantining in Jakarta, Indonesia. Now, I am taking classes sitting on the beach on the Island of Gods.
It was a long journey of 16 hours and then three days of being locked in the hotel. When I was checking out, I asked the admin at the reception desk to exchange $50 for me, so I can order a taxi. To my surprise, I got more than 700 000 Indonesian rupees (!), which basically makes me a millionaire here.
When I arrived in Bali, there were many things to explore. Although it rained a lot, I have loved the experiences I've had and the people that I have met here.
If you are still convinced that remote learning limits you, I am here to change your mind. Remote learning gives you the freedom that you have always dreamt of having.
Check the videos below to see more of my adventures in Indonesia.
Katarina Sai is a Global Business Journalism student from Lviv, Ukraine.




Remote studies can open unexpected opportunities, and your experience shows how digital education can impact financial growth in unique ways. Leveraging global programs while living in a place like Bali creates an interesting balance of lifestyle and productivity. Many learners also explore Management Courses in Bali, Indonesia to further enhance their business and income-generating skills.