China is one of the most rapidly growing economies in the world and it is becoming increasingly important in global business. The integration of China into the world economy since it began its open-up reforms in late 1970s creates unprecedented opportunities for domestic and foreign business. On the other hand, the rapidly changing business environment in the country also present big challenges to business practitioners and investors.

This elective will examine the institutional configurations affecting the conduct of business in the People's Republic of China with particular reference to the challenges and opportunities posed by changes in the international trade and foreign investment policies, the financial and banking system, and the ownership structures of business in China. Key issues that will affect the country's further transformation and development will also be explored.

6 x 3 hour sessions.

None

Individual 2,500 word assignment.

This course aims to provide participants with foundational understanding as well as latest knowledge concerning the aforementioned aspects that have direct influence on business activities in China.

On completion of the elective students should be able to:

1. Assess the development of China's international trade policy and its impact on business activity in China.

2. Assess the causes and consequences of foreign investment in China.

3. Demonstrate understanding of the development and implications of China's foreign exchange policy.

4. Assess critically the development of the financial and banking system and its impact on the business environment.

5. Analyse critically the changing structure of private and public ownership of business in China.

6. This course will give the students the opportunity to practice the skills of critical evaluation and discursive dialogue which were developed earlier in the programme.

Students must submit at least 75% by weight of the components (including examinations) of the course's summative assessment.