Programme Aims

With relevant theories and up-to-date practical applications, the programme aims to equip students with systematic knowledge of business practices and the ability to analyse changes in government policies and regulations that affect business operations in China.

Learning Outcomes

On completion of the Programme, students will be able to strengthen their knowledge, skills and intellectual abilities as defined in the broad learning outcomes which are underpinned by the specific learning objectives below:

Chinese Business Environment

• Learning Objective: Evaluate developments in the Chinese business environment, and their impact on both domestic and foreign business organisations.

Business Ethics in China

• Learning Objective: Identify and analyse ethical issues related to doing business in China.

Cultural Impact on China Business

• Learning Objective: Evaluate and be able to communicate the impact of culture on business and management practice, with particular emphasis on Sino-foreign business activities.

Chinese Language

• Learning Objective: Demonstrate a basic understanding of Chinese language.

Characteristics

The programme is offered by the Faculty of Business and supported by the Faculty of Humanities at PolyU. It covers Chinese economic, social, legal, cultural, political, management, accounting and financial aspects.

The broadened curriculum includes Chinese language for international students and Chinese culture and cross-cultural management for all students.

The China Immersion Experience involves summer internships+ or a study tour+ in the country.

Students may conduct individual research projects with supervision from an international faculty.

Recognition & Prospects

China's growth and integration into the world economy create opportunities for international business but foreign enterprises face the challenge of adjusting their way of doing business in China.

To thrive in Chinese business, understanding the market environment and the country’s policymaking is crucial, in addition to Chinese language and culture.

This programme is designed to provide students with a multi-dimensional understanding of Chinese Business.