CKGSB Knowledge
Building beyond borders: Holley’s global industrial ecosystem
History for Sale
Doing business in China today: opportunities and constraints for foreign companies
The talent race: why hiring is the biggest challenge for Chinese companies going global
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Four in Ten Chinese Industrial Companies Are Considering Going Global. Yet 99% Are Still Just Selling Products
Succession tragedies: What Emperor Yang of Sui and Maurizio Gucci can teach family businesses
China’s new engines of domestic demand: Six industries with RMB 10 trillion potential
Chinese innovation “overtakes by changing lanes”
CKGSB Publication
Chinese Companies’ New Playbook for Going Global
What does it now take for a Chinese company to build a business abroad rather than simply sell into it? This joint CKGSB–IE University report examines a new phase of Chinese globalization — from exporting products to exporting the capabilities behind them. Drawing on research into Chinese companies expanding internationally, including field research in Southeast Asia, it explores how large firms and SMEs are moving overseas, and what separates those that build lasting businesses from those that retreat.
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Our Programs
Scaling Innovation: AI and Digital Strategies for Business Transformation
Global Unicorn Program Series
In partnership with Columbia Engineering
This program is designed to equip senior executives with the strategic insights and tools necessary to lead in this transformative era.
LocationNew York, USA
Date27 Sep - 02 Oct, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Emerging Tech Management Week: Silicon Valley
Global Unicorn Program Series
In partnership with UC Berkeley College of Engineering
This program equips participants with proven strategies, cutting-edge research, and the best-in-class advice to fuel innovation, seize emerging tech developments, and catalyse transformation within your organization.
LocationUC Berkeley
Date01 - 06 Nov, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Asia Start (15th Edition): AI + Digital China Expedition
Asia Start provides entrepreneurs and executives with unparalleled access to Asia’s dynamic digital economy and its business ecosystems, offering the latest trends and insights, strategies, and connections to overcome challenges and unlock future growth for your business in Asia and beyond.
LocationChina (Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou & optional Shenzhen)
DateNovember 2-7, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Intelligent China: AI, EVs & Advanced Manufacturing
Participants may join the full 12-day journey or select individual modules based on their interests and priorities.
LocationBeijing · Shenzhen · Shanghai & Hangzhou
Date12 Days
LanguageEnglish
Emerging Markets: Innovation and Scaling for Exponential Growth – ASEAN
Learn China's AI and innovation strategy from its leading thinkers — brought to you in Jakarta, with an optional immersion in China — and connect with the business leaders driving it.
LocationJakarta, Indonesia
Date2–4 December 2026
LanguageEnglish (with Chinese translation)
Stanford & Silicon Valley Immersion Program
Global Unicorn Program Series
In partnership with Stanford Engineering Center for Global & Online Education
This CKGSB program equips entrepreneurs, intrapreneurs and key stakeholders with the tools, insights, and skills necessary to lead a new generation of unicorn companies.
LocationStanford University Campus,
California, United States
Date06 - 11 Dec, 2026
LanguageEnglish with Chinese Translation
