China, with its enormous population and expanding economy, presents great business opportunities for American companies.

However, developing and implementing a successful business strategy for the China market requires an accurate understanding of both the risks and rewards. 

In a series of three all-day seminars, Miami University faculty, local, state and national China experts and successful business executives with China expertise will prepare you for doing business in China. View three day schedule (Excel).

In this practical program, we will provide an overview of:

• Chinese culture
• Consumer spending
• Business operations
• Chinese politics.

Learn how to deal with the language barrier and how to develop business relationships in China.

The Doing Business in China Certificate Program meets on September 26, October 17, and November 14, 2007. Each day begins at 8:00 AM with continental breakfast and networking; the program runs from 8:30 AM.-4:30 PM and includes lunch.

You will receive a complimentary copy of The China Executive: Marrying Western and Chinese Strengths to Generate Profitability from your Investment in China by Wei Wang, and Business Manners for Success by Marja Wade Barrett. A late afternoon reception on November 14 will provide an opportunity for you to meet and network with Chinese business executives.

Cost: $1,895.

Who should attend this program?

If you are an executive, purchasing manager, operations manager or entrepreneur who currently works with China or plans to do so in the near future, the Doing Business in China Certificate Program is designed to prepare you to launch or expand your global initiative.

How will my business benefit?

Upon completion of the program, be prepared to:

• Enlarge your customer base
• Increase sales
• Open new markets for your company
• Survive and grow in a global economy