Applications to our Summer School are now open!
Our summer school programme introduces and explains the relevant knowledge and methods for developing your understanding of how business is done in China. However, you will learn through case studies and practical exercises that there is no “golden key” to business in China. The class discussion will revolve around your own discovery of China. In order to contribute fresh insights, you will use the Ningbo region of China as a laboratory. You will be expected to develop your understanding of Chinese society through face-to-face encounters with local businesses and organizations.
Highlights
- A 10-day summer programme integrated with business theory, business practices and industry experiences in China
- To help students understand typical Chinese business cases, as well as interesting niche markets
- Includes trips to a modern Chinese city, as well as to rural regions of China
- International teaching experiences at a Chinese campus, providing the quickest way to integrate into the new culture.
Fast Facts
- Location: University of Nottingham Ningbo China
- Language: English
- Target Group: International students from partner universities of UNNC Teaching method: interactive lectures, case studies, company visits and field trips
- Fees: Tuition, on-campus accommodation and meals during the summer school are covered by UNNC
- Application Deadline: 15 May 2024
Tentative Schedule
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Date/Time
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09:00-12:00
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14:00-17:00
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8 July
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Opening Ceremony & Introduction to the business environment in China
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The Chinese consumer market – We will establish theoretical frameworks for conceptualizing market behaviour and then develop these concepts to think about what we see in the field.
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9 July
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People – We will consider the management and development of people within a variety of Chinese organizations and what this means for organizational behaviour
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Company Visit
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10 July
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Organizational boundaries – We will evaluate how organizations in China have responded to and shaped their institutional environment. Specifically, we will examine the measures they take to control resources.
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Company Visit
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11 July
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Business Policy and Strategy – We will explore the role of different stakeholders, including the Chinese government, MNEs and SOEs and how they influence the institutional environment.
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Business Policy and Strategy – Group works
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12 July
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Field trip to rural areas to understand the rural economy
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13 – 14 July
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Two-day trip to Hangzhou
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15 July
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Pervasive Issues – We will consider the influence of macro-trends such as urbanization, China’s integration into the global economy, the environment and education.
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Pervasive Issues – Seminar and group works
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16 July
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Chinese cultural activities
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17 July
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Group reflections and presentations of the business ideas
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Closing ceremony
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How to Apply
We welcome students from UNNC’s partner universities to apply for the programme.
Please follow the instructions below.
1. Complete the online Application Form.
2. Send a copy of your student status letter issued by your home university and a copy of your passport to international-summer-school@nottingham.edu.cn.
3. Within one week of receiving your application and supporting documents, we will let you know whether your place on the programme is confirmed.
About Nottingham University Business School China
Located in Ningbo, one of China's most entrepreneurial and business-minded cities, Nottingham University Business School China (NUBS China) aims to provide first-class business programmes for undergraduate, postgraduate, PhD, and advanced management training.
NUBS China holds the prestigious EQUIS accreditation, which was re-accredited for the maximum duration of five years in 2021, and it also achieved AACSB accreditation in May 2022. This is a distinction that fewer than six percent of business schools worldwide have earned. Additionally, NUBS China is one of the UN Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME) Champion Schools, dedicated to fostering responsible business leadership.
The School boasts a faculty of over 100 members from 17 countries and regions around the world. All courses are taught in English and feature small class sizes, mentorship, and a multi-dimensional assessment approach to teaching and learning. This approach emphasizes individualized and comprehensive student development. Currently, more than 2,700 undergraduates, 500 master's students, and 190 doctoral students from nearly 30 countries and regions worldwide are studying and living here.
Guided by the principles of internationalization, interactivity, and innovation, NUBS China is committed to shaping a responsible business management landscape in an increasingly interconnected world. The School strives to train future business leaders who possess an international perspective and are adept at navigating global development.
Contact
Global Engagement Office
Email: international-summer-school@nottingham.edu.cn