Doing Business with China 2.0

Navigate China's New Realities: A Four-City Immersive Programme for Global Executives

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Doing Business with China 2.0

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Why China 2.0

China has undergone a fundamental shift, and so must your approach to doing business with China. Once known primarily as the world’s factory, China is now a global engine of technology and innovation. From AI and electric vehicles to robotics and smart manufacturing, the rapid rise of these sectors has reshaped China’s position in the global economy.

For global leaders, outdated assumptions and second-hand information are no longer enough. To navigate China’s new realities, you need fresh insights, credible access, and a strategic understanding of the forces that will shape the next decade.

Doing Business with China 2.0 equips leaders to:

  • Reframe their China strategy
  • Interpret emerging policies and trends
  • Identify the opportunities and risks that matter most

Now is the time to elevate your China strategy, grounded in new insights, powered by innovation, and ready to seize the next wave of global opportunities.

Programme Experience

Embark on a multi-city journey through China’s most dynamic centres of finance, innovation, advanced manufacturing, and policy. This immersive programme combines lectures, corporate visits, strategic dialogues, and networking to deliver actionable insights for senior leaders.
 
Gain a strategic view of China’s evolving economy, with each of the four cities offering a distinct vantage point to inform your China strategy.

Format and Audience

  • Duration: Approximately 2 weeks (modular across four cities).
  • Format: Immersive on-site learning, blending academic depth with hands-on engagement
  • Who Should Attend: Senior executives, C-suite leaders, and high-potential managers involved in China strategy or Asia-Pacific growth

City Highlights

City Focus What You Will Take Away
Hong Kong Global Financial Gateway Discover how the city serves as a gateway to China’s financial markets and a platform for global trade and investment.
Shenzhen Innovation Powerhouse Explore how China’s tech hubs are driving breakthroughs and learn how to harness these developments for your business.
Shanghai Advanced Tech & Manufacturing Understand China’s leadership in automation and AI-driven manufacturing, and how these technologies will shape global industries.
Beijing Policy & Governance Gain an insider’s view of China’s domestic priorities and global agenda, and learn to navigate these complexities effectively.

Sample Itineraries

Global Financial Gateway

A sample Hong Kong module may include:

  • Faculty sessions on China’s economy and Hong Kong’s financial role
  • Insights into capital markets, governance, and cross-border investment flows
  • Exploration of fintech innovation, digital assets, and RMB internationalisation
  • Industry conversations with market practitioners and financial institutions
  • Networking opportunities with HKU Business School alumni and business leaders

Innovation Powerhouse
A sample Shenzhen module may include:

  • Exploration of Shenzhen’s evolution into a leading global innovation hub
  • Insights into emerging technologies, digital platforms, and new business models
  • Faculty-led sessions on data-driven operations, the GBA economy, and technology strategy
  • Visits to innovation districts, startups, or major tech companies
  • Conversations with entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem builders

Advanced Tech & Manufacturing
A sample Shanghai module may include:

  • Faculty sessions on advanced manufacturing, industrial transformation, and supply chains
  • Exploration of automation, AI-enabled production, and mobility innovation
  • Perspectives on corporate strategy, digital integration, and platform thinking
  • Exposure to strategic development zones and innovation parks (subject to availability)
  • Networking with industry experts and HKU alumni in Shanghai

Policy & Governance Centre
A sample Beijing module may include:

  • Dialogues on China’s policy priorities, governance frameworks, and global positioning
  • Faculty insights into geopolitics, regulatory trends, and macro strategy
  • Exploration of deep-tech commercialisation and innovation pathways
  • Cultural and networking opportunities to deepen contextual understanding
  • Synthesis workshop to consolidate insights and translate key takeaways into actionable strategies for your organisation

Contact us to receive the full sample itinerary.

Corporate Partnerships

Fees & Contact

Programme Fee

Please contact us for a quotation.  

Scholarships and corporate group discounts are available.

Contact Us

Ann Li

Programme Director

Email: annliac@hku.hk

Tel: +852-39173231

 

Natalie Mo

Programme Manager

Email: natalie3@hku.hk

Tel: +852-39173239

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