1. Overview

Shanghai, an international hub for economics, finance, trade, and shipping, is on its way to becoming a globally influential center for technological innovation. In 2024, the Business + Entrepreneurship + Smart Technology (BEST) Summer School is set to launch, which will allow students to learn about Shanghai's vibrant business dynamics, enhance their global perspectives, and improve their leadership skills.

From campus to industry

A seamless integration of academics and practice – comprising three themed lecture series plus in-depth visits to top-tier companies and institutions.

From business to technology

Learn about business in one of the world's most dynamic regions – Shanghai. Students will learn cutting-edge business knowledge and explore the latest trends in the business technology sector.

From scholar to entrepreneur

Gain a multi-dimensional understanding of the path to business success from an excellent teaching team that includes scholars, entrepreneurs, innovators, and senior corporate executives.

2. Schedule

Week 1 (July 1 to 7): New Energy Vehicles

Lectures:

> Sustainable Development and ESG in China: Current Status and Opportunities for Growth

> Innovation and Internationalization of China's New Energy Vehicles

> Venture Capital and Industry Investment in the Automotive Sector

> Social Media Broadcasting and Digital Marketing in the Automotive Industry

> Financial Integration in Major Automotive Companies

Corporate visits:

> Shanghai Environment and Energy Exchange (Theme: Sustainable Development and ESG)

> International New Energy Automotive Company (Theme: The Technological Evolution of New Energy Vehicles - From Batteries to Autonomous Driving)

> Chinese State-Owned Automotive Group (Theme: Challenges and Opportunities Faced by Traditional Car Manufacturers)

> Automotive Promotion Service Company (Theme: International Development Paths for Chinese Automotive Companies)

> Chinese New Energy Automotive Company (Theme: The Competitive Edge of New Forces in Car Manufacturing)

Week 2 (July 8-14): Digital Economy

Lectures:

> The Current State and Trends of China's Digital Economy

> Business Model Innovation and Transformation in the Digital Age

> Digitalization and the Platform Economy: Practices in China

> Digital Transformation of Traditional Chinese Enterprises

> Digitalization and Social Governance

Corporate visits:

> Baidu Paddle AI Industry Empowerment Center (Theme: Integration of AI Technology and Reality)

> Well-Known Chinese Video Website (Theme: Commercialization and Monetization Paths for Video Platforms)

> Global Leading Mobile Payment Platform Company (Theme: Mobile Payment and Business Opportunities)

> Leading Chinese Express Delivery Company (Theme: Digitalization and the Competitive Edge of Logistics Companies)

> Yangpu District E-commerce Industrial Park (Theme: The Rapid Development of the Cross-Border E-commerce Industry in China)

Week 3 (July 15-19): Innovation and Entrepreneurship

Lectures:

> The Current Status and Environment for Entrepreneurship in China

> Venture Capital and Entrepreneurship

> Innovation and Entrepreneurship Policies in Shanghai

> Innovation Management and Practices in Chinese Companies

> Sociocultural Preparations for Starting up a Business in China

Corporate visits:

> Zhangjiang High-Tech Park's Biotech and Pharmaceutical Industry Base (Theme: Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Biopharmaceutical Field)

> Zhangjiang High-Tech Park's Integrated Circuit Industry Base (Theme: Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Chip Sector)

> Leading Chinese Venture Capital Firm (Theme: Venture Capital and Industry Analysis)

> National University Science Park (Theme: The Academic Advantage, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Support of Universities)

> Dishui Lake Financial Bay (Theme: Shanghai's Policies and Experiences in Financial Sector Entrepreneurship)

*Lectures and visits are subject to change.

* Weekend excursions and cultural experiences will be arranged, with additional costs applicable.

A view of International Cultural Exchange School. [Photo/WeChat account: iecsufe]

3. Program duration

From July 1 to 19 (three weeks)

4. Fees

Application: 415 yuan ($60)

Tuition: 19,900 yuan for two weeks or 29,500 yuan for three weeks

Meal costs: 500 yuan/week, covering lunch for five corporate visits within the week

Accommodation:

230 yuan/day/person (twin-bed room, 4-star hotel)

460 yuan/day/room (single room, 4-star hotel)

5. Application

Please submit your application to https://ao.sufe.edu.cn before June 10

6. Bank information

For international payments:

Payee: Shanghai University of Finance and Economics

A/C No: 442959257313

Bank: Bank of China Shanghai Branch

Swift code: BKCHCNBJ300

Bank address: Bank of China Tower, No 200 Middle Yincheng Road Shanghai, 200120

If the payment is made through a bank account opened in China, please transfer the fee to:

Payee: 上海财经大学

A/C No: 442959257313

Bank: 中国银行上海市五角场支行

7. Contact

Tel: 021-65361944

Email: ices@mail.sufe.edu.cn

Address:

International Cultural Exchange School (ICES)

Shanghai University of Finance and Economics (SUFE)

No 321 Wudong Road, Yangpu district, Shanghai