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Certificate In China Business Perspectives Programme (CCBPP)

School of Management and Communication, Certificate In China Business Perspectives

What You Will Learn

Through the programme, students will gain knowledge on upcoming developments in China such as the Belt and Road Initiative, Digital Economy and Made in China 2025 initiatives. It will also allow students to understand the dynamism of China, the world’s second largest economy and how to navigate the challenges of working and doing business in China.

Objectives

The programme aims to help students achieve the following outcomes:

  • Acquire essential knowledge about the economic development and culture of China
  • Describe the general business climate of China today
  • Explain Singapore-China relations and collaborations between Singapore and China
  • Describe the values, behaviours, thinking and decision-making processes of the Chinese government officials and business executives
  • Describe how to manage cross-cultural business interactions in China to achieve win-win outcomes

Course Fee

  • Students are required to pay a course fee of S$180 (excluding GST) for the certificate programme
  • Students who have failed one module will be allowed to repeat the said module in the next run, but he/she would have to pay a separate course fee for the repeated module

Application

For students interested in applying, please pre-register via SharePoint at the link here.

Contact

For enquiries, please contact us here.

Modules

Understanding Contemporary China Business Perspectives

This is an introductory module for students to understand the economic developments in China and gain new perspectives on the Chinese Business Environment. Students will be introduced to the considerations, dynamics and strategies of running an international business in China. Students will discover the dynamic changes in the business environment of China (such as “One Belt, One Road”, “Digital Economy”, “Made in China 2025” initiatives) and its impact on international business. Students will also delve into contemporary strategies for starting and operating an international business and learn how to manage the key functions of the international business in China. Key concepts and terminologies will be introduced in both English and Chinese to provide students with better contextual knowledge.

Cross-Cultural Management in China

This module introduces students to broad principles and issues related to cross-cultural business interactions in China, as well as provides opportunities for students to develop cross-cultural networking, communication and negotiation skills.  Students will learn to communicate and negotiate effectively with business contacts and develop strategies to close the cultural gap. This module will allow students to understand the protocol, manners and culture of China to allow them to better interact with the Chinese counterparts in future. It will also bring across the Dos and Don’ts of Chinese etiquette and how to apply the basic principles of hosting Chinese counterparts. Key concepts and terminology will be introduced in both English and Chinese to provide students with better contextual knowledge.


Note:

  • Lessons will be conducted in English and scheduled on Monday evenings (6.30pm-9.30pm) during term time.
  • There will be no lessons during examination period.
  • There will be no lessons on public holidays.
  • A minimum attendance rate of 80% is required in order to pass the module.
  • The duration of each lesson is three hours. The total number of contact hours for each module is 30 (over 10 lessons per module, total of 20 lessons). The module would be delivered via HBL interactive seminars (IS) and e-learning lessons. 
  • The completion of all 2 modules spans across a period of 9 months between April 2026 and January 2027.
  • No Daily RJ submission and examinations. The assessment will be based on the submitted group project, individual presentation, individual reflection journal and peer assessment.

The programme is open to all RP Year 1 and Year 2 students with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5.

The estimated cohort numbers per intake are estimated to be 40.

Applicants with better scores will be considered for admission first, subject to the availability of vacancies.

Eligible students will be notified and commence the programme with effect from Semester 1 in AY2026/2027.

Selection

As there are limited vacancies, selection may be done via interviews. Students who have a strong interest in China and want to gain a better understanding of China’s economy, business environment, Chinese culture, and China’s digitalisation will be preferred.

Further Studies

Certificate in China Business Perspectives Programme prepares graduates for further education in the university in areas including cross-cultural management and Chinese economic policy, and various career pathways which require a solid understanding of the Chinese business environment.

Last updated on 16 Jan 2026