History

China's Encounter with Europe: History Lessons for Business

Module code: V1465
Level 5
15 credits in spring semester
Teaching method: Seminar, Lecture
Assessment modes: Coursework

On this module, you'll analyse the fundamental philosophical values, cultural tenets, and socio-economic systems that have shaped the historical relationship between China and Europe. You'll explore these elements in a historical context to understand their impact on globalised business, with a focus on etiquette, behavioural patterns and international business norms past and present.

The module is divided into two parts:

• the connection between philosophy and business ethics
• lessons learned from key events in history.

You'll critically analyse both philosophy and key events in thie history of China-Europe encounters. This will allow you to understand the dynamics of contemporary global business.

Module learning outcomes

• Effectively demonstrate knowledge of the timeline and the major characteristics of the historical encounter between Europe and East Asia.
• Understand in detail the implications of Chinese interactions with Europe for the cultural, socio-economic, and political transformations of East Asia
• Critically analyse significant case studies concerning East Asia’s relations with Europe and the role of Chinese and Western value systems and their effect on contemporary business, management and leadership practices.
• Effectively develop skills of devising and defending arguments with evidence, and present them in written form