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closely linked to the booming domestic and cross-border e-commerce business. We continue our case study method, this time offering a deep dive into Shunfeng’s transformational business leadership. We learn about their three-decade journey to become a global logistics leader and discuss the company’s investment strategies. Students explore technological advancements that are driving Shunfeng’s logistics services into the digital age. Suggested reading: Hong Kong Trade Development Council. “Moving Ahead: Hong Kong-Shenzhen Land Cargo Flows.” (Interview) MORNING Gain insights into the company’s three-decade history followed by a tour. Location: Shunfeng Headquarter Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellow, Staff, SF Logistics AFTERNOON Seminar on logistics technology innovation, digital transformation, and vertical integration along value chains. Location: Shunfeng Headquarter Activity/ Discussion Leader: R&D team; Digital Innovation team; Investment team, SF
Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellow
MORNING Explore historic electronics markets or plan a one- day excursion to an artist community. Location: Huaqiangbei Commercial Street; Dafen Art Village AFTERNOON Trek Shenzhen’s urban parks and green spaces. Visit China’s first theme park. Location: Lianhuashan Park; Lizhi Park; Splendid China Folk Village EVENING Discover the “roots” of Old Shenzhen or climb to the top of one of the city’s skyscrapers. Location: Dongmen Old Street; Meridian View Center
AFTERNOON Gain insights into family-run investment firms. Examine the traits and qualities for successful investing and entrepreneurship. Location: CICC Family Office Activity/ Discussion Leader: Staff, CICC Family Office EVENING Night view of Shenzhen on an evening yacht tour. Location: Hilton Shenzhen Yacht Club Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellow DAY 10 GROUP PROJECT PRESENTATION AT CHINA EUROPE INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS SCHOOL, SHENZHEN CAMPUS Students work on their group project presentation, addressing the fundamental elements of Shenzhen’s ecosystem that contributed to its two-decade-long fast growth trajectory. A panel of industry experts and stakeholders adds a layer of external evaluation to the presentations. Panelists’ diverse perspectives and expertise bring valuable insights to the discussion. MORNING Presentation fine-tuning. Location: Shenzhen Mercure Hotel Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellow AFTERNOON Group project presentation followed by a Q&A session
Suggested video: Juan Du “The Shenzhen experiment: demystifying China’s instant city.” (30 min) MORNING Learn about the history of Shenzhen’s urbanization. Explore ‘Urban Villages’ and discover their cultural and socio- economic transformation. Location: Museum of MA and Urban Planning; New Fishing Village Activity/ Discussion Leader: Museum tour guide; Urban
education, so we go on a tour of a school before the day ends.
innovation, we go to China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) to talk to alumni about its unique entrepreneurial spirit. We have dinner with a Tencent Lead Scientist to discuss their work and the role of Shenzhen’s intellectual community. Suggested video: WIRED Future Cities documentary: “Shenzhen: The Silicon Valley of Hardware.” (1 hr 7 min) Suggested reading: CSIS (2023) “Visit to a Shenzhen Tech Market: Imitation Before Innovation.” (Blog post) MORNING Explore the university’s research ecosystem addressing and a lab tour at the School of Data Science Location: Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellow
AFTERNOON Seminar exploring how Shenzhen nurtures an innovative hub of entrepreneurs. Location: China Europe International Business School Activity/ Discussion Leader: Sanhong, CEIBS, Alumni Officer EVENING Independent exploration and dinner in the town DAY 5 “SHENZHEN SPEED” EXPLOSIVE URBAN GROWTH A rapid tour of Shenzhen’s rapid growth—we explore the ‘Urban Villages’ clustered among the commercial landscape. We trek to the New Fishing Village, considered the origin of Shenzhen’s modernization history and learn the story of a 43-story building completed at an average speed of 4.8 days per story.
DAY 6 CASE STUDY I THE WORLD’S LARGEST CONSUMER DRONE PRODUCER In order to go deep into Shenzhen’s success, we will study DJI—the world’s largest consumer drone producer. Through the day, we will engage with different members of the company from the innovation team, R&D team, and Global Business team to get insights into the different dimensions of running a successful global tech business.
Suggested podcast: 50 Shades of Planning. “The power of plans—Shenzhen.” (45 min) MORNING Discussion of Shenzhen Speed Qianhai Free-trade Zone, and financial services with China Merchant Bank in the Free-trade Zone. Location: Qianhai E Service Center Activity/ Discussion Leader: Representative from Commercial Affairs from Qianhai Free-trade Zone and representative of External Affairs from China Merchant Bank AFTERNOON Shenzhen and Hong Kong: A battle for supremacy or brotherly collaboration. Followed by a guided tour of Whittle School to learn about the creation of the first modern school in Qianhai Location: Qianhai District; Whittle School Activity/ Discussion Leader: Head of Hong Kong /Macau Cooperation, Qianhai District; CMG Project Manager EVENING Dinner discussions on the influence of education on Shenzhen’s development Location: Local Restaurant Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellows DAY 4 UNIVERSITIES, RESEARCH, AND INNOVATION Tsinghua-Berkeley Shenzhen Institute and its School of Data Science to see how Shenzhen leverages its intellectual capital for technological innovation. To look deeper into how education nurtures We go from school to university: We visit the
Villages Tour AFTERNOON
Lunch session on the future and challenges of rapid urban development in China and globally. Location: International Trade Revolving Restaurant. Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellow; Urban planning expert EVENING Presentation prep-work and free time to unwind.
DAY 9 SHENZHEN’S INVESTMENT PROWESS
Suggested video: World Economic Forum panel: “Unleashing the drone economy” (45 min)
We explore Shenzhen’s investment landscape, extending to the different organizations and cracking the intricate ecosystem of the local investment community. This segment provides students with a solid foundation in investment principles. Students immerse themselves in understanding the symbiotic relationship between family offices and successful entrepreneurship. Suggested reading: NBC News. “China’s Xi Jinping spotlights Shenzhen as future for economic growth, Hong Kong given back seat.” (News article)
MORNING Seminar with Innovation team to discuss strategies, methods, and success stories Location: DJI Headquarter Activity/ Discussion Leader: DJI Innovation Team AFTERNOON Workshop with R&D and Global Business team to understand global competitive advantages Location: DJI Headquarter Activity/ Discussion Leader: R&D and Global teams from DJI EVENING Dinner with Fellow to reflect on DJI as a case study for innovation Location: Restaurant Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellow DAY 7 CASE STUDY II CHINA’S LARGEST LOGISTIC SERVICE PROVIDER China has the world’s largest logistics market, with a high degree of automation
Logistics EVENING
Scholars choose a topic for group presentation. Option to explore the local culinary scene. DAY 8 ELECTIVE ACTIVITIES ON ONE’S OWN Students are encouraged to engage in activities of personal interest and make the most of their time in Shenzhen at their own pace. Whether sightseeing, experiencing local culture, or simply networking, Day 8 allows scholars to tailor their Shenzhen experience according to their preferences.
MORNING Understand investment
addressing key topics. Location: China Europe
principles and learn about local organizations. Lunch break and sightseeing opportunity. Location: Qianhai LP Investment Fund; Pingan Building Activity/ Discussion Leader: Staff, Qianhai LP Investment Fund
International Business School Activity/ Discussion Leader: Panel of experts EVENING Fellowship concludes. Location: Hotel/Airport Activity/ Discussion Leader: Fellow
Innovation workshop, Shenzhen
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