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Doing Business with China

Next Doing Business with China is planned for 2012-13.

China is endless in its depth and complexity. The rapid growth of China and its integration into the global economy continues to be one of the most important business stories of our time. The ramifications of the massive transformation from an agrarian to a modern, industrial-based economy reverberate through China's domestic, cultural and political systems - and through businesses around the globe.

Explore and experience business within the world's most dynamic economy. With MSOE's two-part graduate course "Doing Business with China" you will explore the world's most dynamic economy with a classroom experience during the spring quarter and a 12-day trip to Beijing, Shanghai, Xi'an and Suzhou in the summer.

Through experienced guests, readings and discussions you will learn about essential operating strategies, management issues and ethical considerations to doing business in China. Gain knowledge and establish networks to aid in preparation for international assignments, business plan development, international trade, global team participation and travel. These courses provide a rare opportunity to interact and learn from expert leaders and can be used as a career differentiator.

Domestic course - MG 8042a
This course provides the foundation for doing business in China. Top leaders from a variety of organizations will share their first-hand knowledge and experience of operating strategies and management issues in China. Readings and discussions will integrate research, theory and application. Virtual sessions with leaders located in Asia and domestic corporate tours will be incorporated into the course. Deliverables for this course include article reviews, a research-based presentation and interview summary. This course is required for the international cultural immersion course.

Optional international cultural immersion course - MG 8042b
Shanghai Harbor at nightGain first-hand experience through 12 days of travel in Shanghai, Beijing, Suzhou and Xi'an. While abroad, network with expatriates, government officials and local business leaders during corporate tours and meetings. Enhance your cultural and historic understanding through tours of the Great Wall of China, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square and Xi'an Terra Cotta Warriors, among others. Students will also experience the sights and sounds of China through shopping in local markets and taking public transportation. Compare and contrast rural and urban China through a leadership project. Deliverables for this course include a reflection paper and an applied, scholarly learning contract.

Key learning objectives:

  • Gain an understanding of the current and future importance of China within the global market
  • Identify and appraise distinct global operating strategies and assess the implications of each
  • Explore specific issues related to managing in Asia
  • Identify and discuss ethical issues related to managing in Asia
  • Develop professional networks through contacts established through the course
  • Learn and experience aspects of Chinese culture
  • Gain experience with international travel to promote confidence, efficiency and effectiveness

Partners:
Domestic and international leaders from the following premier organizations will provide knowledge and insights from their experiences in China:

  • Forbidden CityAddison-Clifton, LLC
  • Brady Corp.
  • DemandForce
  • Foton
  • GE/GE Healthcare
  • Kohler Co.
  • Ladish Forging
  • Mercury Marine
  • Ministry of Industry from the People's Republic of China
  • Oshkosh Corp.
  • U.S. Embassy
  • Williams Controls

Registration options
The domestic course (MG-8042a) may be taken as a stand-alone course. To enroll in the cultural immersion course (MG-8042b), students must successfully complete the domestic course.

Current MSOE Students
Current students with 30 or more credits may enroll in the combined domestic and international courses in lieu of the Capstone/Thesis. Students with less than 30 credits can use the courses as elective credits.

Non Students
Alumni, spouses and employees of partner organizations can enroll in the graduate Doing Business with China courses through the Professional Development Admission process. Candidates must hold an undergraduate degree.

Additional Requirements for the International Immersion Course:

  • Completion of an application form AND letter of intent
  • Letter of recommendation/support from current employer or MSOE faculty

Fees/Costs
The domestic and international courses are each three graduate credits. Appropriate tuition applies.

Additionally, international fees are approximately $3,750, which includes airfare, lodging (based on double occupancy), ground transportation, group meals and scheduled tours. Quoted fees are estimates, fees may be altered based on number of participants and economic conditions.

Number of participants:
Domestic course - maximum of 20 participants. International course - minimum of six, maximum of 14. Graduate students with 30 or more credits will be given priority.

Coordinating MSOE faculty
Dr. C. Kelly Ottman, Associate Professor, Rader School of Business, has extensive travel experience and has taught in China.

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