Institute for China Studies

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Develop new skills and expand your toolset that can be directly applied in your professional working environment.

Diploma Courses

Gain new knowledge and in-depth insights which will support you in making better informed business decisions.

Executive Coaching

Sharpen your leadership skills and refine your strategy, decision-making, and executive presence.

Our Experience

We provide international business-oriented students, working professionals and business executives with the essential knowledge and understanding required to make better-informed business decisions related to business in and with China, delivered via online learning, via public and in-company trainings.

Via our programs & courses, publications, business guides, and handbooks we aim to provide insights on how the latest developments shape China’s business landscape and influence international business. 

Our Latest Publications

We frequently release new publications, including business guides and handbooks in which we focus on the latest developments in China’s business landscape. Our focus areas are business and entrepreneurship, commerce and trade, investment, legal, regulatory and compliance matters, finance and tax, human resources, business analysis, and sales and business development.

Our Latest China Insights

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China Strengthens Payment Protection for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

The Chinese government has introduced significant revisions to the Regulations on Guaranteeing Payment of Funds to Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (SMEs), aimed at addressing long-standing ...
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China’s Fiscal Strategy for 2025: Balancing Growth, Stability, and Innovation

At the 2025 China Development Forum, Minister of Finance Lan Fo’an outlined China’s fiscal policy strategy, emphasizing a more proactive and coordinated approach to ensure ...
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China’s Ongoing Tax Reform to Foster Innovation and Economic Growth

Tax policy plays a significant role in shaping economic development, particularly in fostering scientific and industrial innovation. As China continues to refine its fiscal strategies, ...
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China Development Forum 2025: Key Policy Signals for Economic Growth and Stability

The 2025 China Development Forum (CDF), held on March 23 in Beijing, provided significant insights into China’s economic priorities and policy directions. Government officials from ...
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China Strengthening Its Trade Policy Compliance

China is taking significant steps to enhance its trade policy compliance, aligning with international rules while fostering a competitive and transparent business environment. The recently ...
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China Accelerates the Development of Its Green Certificate Market

As China continues its transition toward a low-carbon economy, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) and other government agencies have issued the Opinions on ...

News & Press

ICS becomes Institutional Member of ACUNS

The Institute of Chinese Studies is honored to have become an institutional member of the Academic Council of the United Nations System.

Institute for China Studies launches ICS Press

The Institute for China Studies is proud to announce the launch of our inhouse publishing house ICS Press. ICS Press aims to support educational and ...

Dr. Van Ostende publishes new book “China Secondment”

Along with the development of China’s economy and effects of globalization, an increasing demand for skilled resources in China exists. As a direct result of ...

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Do you have questions about a course you would like to follow? Or do you need help finding the course that suits you best? Our study advisors are looking forward to help you. You can also request a free study consultation on a day and time of your choice.