Fellowships
corporate headquarters. Students engage in experiential learning through case studies of leading companies, group reflections, and a final group project presentation at China Europe International Business School. The program blends cultural exploration with insights into Shenzhen’s business landscape, fostering collaboration and individual growth.
integrating theoretical concepts with practical experiences to create thoughtful plans for community impact.
● Actively seek and
incorporate community feedback, ensuring that projects align with the specific needs and aspirations of Shenzhen’s business community, to achieve tangible and sustainable outcomes.
● Build a network of connections within Shenzhen’s business and technology sectors, seizing the
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● Identify the confluence of factors that lead to the transformation of a city into a business capital ● Gain a deep understanding of Shenzhen’s business and technology landscape through immersive experiences, site visits, and interactions with industry leaders
opportunity to interact with professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry experts, laying the foundation for future career growth and collaborations.
INNOVATION SILICON SHENZHEN
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Cityscape, Shenzhen
How does a fishing village become global tech hub? What elements within Shenzhen’s planning and ecosystem contribute to its rapid growth trajectory? OVERVIEW: Ranked among China’s top three economic and technological hubs, Shenzhen stands as a striking testament to swift metamorphosis. Over a mere four decades, this city has undergone a remarkable transformation from a modest fishing village to a global technological juggernaut. Boasting a nominal GDP that surpasses international cities such as Hong Kong, Seattle, Mumbai, and Sydney, Shenzhen proudly claims its position among the world’s top ten largest economies. Under the guidance of our Fellow, this fellowship presents an immersive exploration of this transformation and the
profound impact of the ‘1992 Southern Tour’ on the region’s remarkable evolution. The Shenzhen Fellowship is a 10-day immersive program offering Baret scholars a deep dive into Shenzhen’s dynamic business and technology scene. The schedule includes visits to historical sites, policy-making centers, and
teamwork and leadership skills tailored to the unique challenges of Shenzhen’s business environment, fostering collaboration, adaptability, and the ability to lead in a dynamic and innovative setting ● Apply academic knowledge
● Chi Huant Kwan,
Shenzhen Emerging as China’s Leading Innovation Hub: Private Sector companies as the driving force [2017]
our students will explore Shenzhen, its bay, and its famous night views. Suggested podcast: “The Southern Tour” Episode Three: Shenzhen. Examining China’s reform and opening, through the prism of Deng Xiaoping’s legendary “Southern Tour” of 1992. (1 hr 8 min) Suggested reading: UN Habitat (2019) The Story of Shenzhen. Its Economic, Social and Environmental Transformation. (Book) MORNING Flight from Beijing to Shenzhen Location: Beijing Daxing Airport Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellow AFTERNOON Discussion and talk on “The Rise of China’s Silicon Valley” Location: Hotel Activity/ Discussion Leader:
To get a real sense of local traditions and community life we will spend the evening in Gankeng Ancient Town. Suggested reading: Architecture on the Road. “Visiting the traditional Hakka Houses in Shenzhen”. (Blog post) MORNING Guided tour of museum Location: Shenzhen Historical Museum Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellow AFTERNOON Visit the urban village and explore the local, cultural heritage at the Woodwork Museum. Location: Crane Lake Residence and Datian Historical Residence Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellow EVENING Guided walk of the ancient town
Nanshan Congressman EVENING Dinner and exploration of the city and its bay Location: Shenzhen Bay Park Activity/ Discussion Leader: Independent DAY 2 TRACING THE PAST Before we study the present of this city of the future, we will absorb its past. We begin with a Fellow- guided tour of the Shenzhen museum, where we expand upon what we heard the previous evening from the Congressman. We see what Shenzhen was—through its stories and artifacts. Later in the day students will experience many of Shenzhen’s traditional practices and craftsmanship at Crane Lake Residence and Datian Historical Residence.
Location: Gankeng Ancient Town Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellow DAY 3 PURPOSEFUL AND INNOVATIVE POLICY-MAKING After looking at Shenzhen’s past, we now begin our exploration of its purposeful and innovative policy- making. We will first meet representatives from Qianhai E Service Center, a hub of economic development initiatives to gain insights into the strategic planning driving Shenzhen’s rapid growth. We will also look at Shenzhen’s relationship with Hong Kong to understand how two urban giants compete and collaborate. Shenzhen’s growth must also be understood through its
● OUYANG SHIJIA,
Shenzhen aims to be world hub of innovation [2020] ● Sayon Bhattacharya, How Shenzen Became The Fastest Developing City in The World [2021]
to real-world scenarios by actively participating in relevant projects, and
SCHEDULE DAY 1 A VIEW OF THE HIGH-RISE
Day 1 sets the tone for the next 10 days. After arriving from Beijing and settling into a hotel, our students will meet with a Representative from Shenzhen Nanshan District Congress for a discussion about China’s rising Silicon Valley. With these beginnings in mind,
Gankeng Ancient Town, Shenzhen
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