Entering China: Setting Up A Representation Office
E-Learning | Masterclass
In this masterclass, you will learn the organizational, personnel, legal, and compliance considerations involved in establishing a Representative Office in Mainland China. As more foreign companies expand their business activities with China, many eventually reach a point where they must decide whether to create a local presence to fully capitalize on market opportunities. Choosing to establish an office, and determining the right structure, is a strategic decision that requires careful evaluation.
Among the various types of Foreign-Invested Enterprises (FIEs), the Representative Office (RO) is the most basic and accessible form. It has no capital contribution requirements, involves a relatively simple registration process, and can be set up within a short timeline with minimal overhead expenses. These characteristics make ROs well-suited for companies seeking to explore the Chinese market, identify suppliers or customers, coordinate activities on behalf of the parent company, or conduct market research in preparation for long-term strategy and investment.
For many organizations, a Representative Office serves as a low-risk and practical first step toward establishing a permanent presence in China.
Who should join?
This course is ideal for executives, business development leaders, and legal or compliance professionals seeking to understand how to establish and manage a Representative Office in Mainland China. It’s especially useful for decision-makers evaluating a low-risk entry strategy into the Chinese market.
100% Online delivery
The masterclass is designed to be completed fully online enabling students to continue working during the course.
Literature
The masterclass covers all literature and reading materials essential to acquiring the fundamental knowledge for performing investment into China.
Duration
The standard duration of the masterclass is 2 weeks based on an average time commitment of 4 hours per week.
Objectives
- Learn to navigate the main considerations to be made when deciding to enter the mainland Chinese market by establishing a Representation Office.
- Gain in-depth insights in the advantages and limitations of China-based Representative Offices.
- Develop a profound understanding of the organizational, personnel, financial, legal and compliance aspects of setting up a Representative Office in Mainland China.
Unit 1: Introduction
The first unit provides an orientation to the course and the online learning environment. The unit does not carry credits. You are encouraged to go through the materials at their own pace to get accustomed to the online medium.
Unit 2: Setting Up a Representation Office
Foreign companies incorporated and registered in other countries, regions or non-state tax jurisdictions located outside of the territory of Mainland China are permitted to set up a Representation Office in China, which are an attractive option for foreign companies to develop a deeper understanding of the Chinese market to assess and determine whether the market is attractive enough for performing investment into a permanent representation.
In this unit the main characteristics, advantages and limitations and risks associated with China-based Representation Offices is discussed.
Unit 3: Maintenance of a Representation Office
Foreign companies incorporated and registered in other countries, regions or non-state tax jurisdictions located outside of the territory of Mainland China are permitted to set up a Representation Office in China, which are an attractive option for foreign companies to develop a deeper understanding of the Chinese market to assess and determine whether the market is attractive enough for performing investment into a permanent representation.
In this unit the main characteristics, advantages and limitations and risks associated with China-based Representation Offices is discussed.
No specific prior education or knowledge is required to be admitted to this course. Completion of the course “Navigating China’s Foreign Investment Landscape” is recommended for a better understanding of how investments into mainland China are structured.
Assessment
Assessment is carried out through a series of written assignments to be completed at the end of each unit.
Certificate of Completion
A Certificate of Completion is issued upon the successful completion of the course.
Further Study
The masterclass Entering China: Setting up a Representation Office is part of the certificate course Establishing Permanent Business Presence in China. Successful completion of the masterclass grants automatic eligibility for admission into the certificate course and confers a full pass for the corresponding module.
Tuition fee
Tuition fee for the entire course is EUR 149 to be paid in advance.
The tuition fee includes all necessary literature and study materials, guidance and support during your studies, free extension of the study duration (if required), and 1:1 contact with your course professor.
Start date
Open enrollment applies to this course. You can start this course at a timing of your own convenience.
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Program Completion Benefits
Certificate
Upon successful completion of the course, you will earn a digital certificate of completion from the Institute of China Studies.
Note: After successful completion of the online program, your verified digital certificate will be emailed to you in the name you used when registering for the program. All certificate images are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change at the discretion of the Institute of China Studies.
Contact us
Would you like more information about the course and the admission requirements? Then request a free study consultation. Of course, free of charge and without obligation. This way you will learn more about the content of the course, the teaching materials, and the online learning environment.
Enroll today
Enroll today and develop essential skills and insights on how to entering the Chinese market environment via setting up a Representation Office, which can be directly applied in your professional work environment.