The purpose of the international residency is to provide a deeper understanding of emerging and mature markets around the world.  In addition, the residency imparts a broadened sensitivity to cultural and social differences that can have a profound impact on global business.

Led by senior faculty, the residency incorporates pre-program lectures, guest speakers, project assignments, and final team presentations. Along with company visits and plant tours, students attend presentations, panel discussions, and lectures led by senior government officials, business leaders, and local professors.

Below are upcoming events at the University regarding China. These are great opportunities in learning more about China.

A list of events found through the U of M China Center can be found here.

Below are links that may be helpful in learning more about China and help you prepare for your trip.

National Public Radio

Fresh Air Interview with Peter Hessler about teaching in China and his book River Town: Click Here

Seven-part Morning Edition interview with Rob Gifford who set out on a 3,000 milke, 14 day trek across China: Click here

New York Times

Choking On Growth - A series of articles and multimedia examining the impact of China's epic pollution crisis: Click Here

China Grabs West's Smoke-Spewing Factories - Parallels between Germany's Ruhr Valley and China: Click Here

A Revisionist Tale: Why a Poor China Seems Richer: Click Here

The Economist

Union of the State: The party throws a sop to the workers: Click Here

Additional information on China - economic, political, commerce, and industry: Click Here

Other Links:

 Shanghai Embassy

 U.S. Commercial Service China

 Technomic Asia

 Billions of Entrepreneurs in China and India

 Best Buy booming in China