About Our Program
Welcome to the 2025 SILC Summer School on “Cultural Heritage and Business Innovation in China”. Over the program of two weeks, students will have a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of Chinese cultural heritage and modern innovation and delve into how intangible cultural heritage can inspire creativity in fields like Cultural Creative Industries and Gaming. Guided by renowned professors and entrepreneurs, students will work in groups on developing and refining their entrepreneurial ideas, with the goal of transforming concepts into real-world projects and practicing how to successfully commercialize innovations in China. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in real entrepreneurial activities, explore Chinese market landscape, and Chinese culture under the guidance of our experienced lecturers to gain a more comprehensive understanding of how businesses run in China. This will help you better navigate the business environment and culture in China. In addition to the business courses, students will also experience some additional sessions, seminars, Chinese language courses, or workshops of making handicrafts of strong Chinese cultural heritage. We hope that students will appreciate the charm of the Chinese culture. Whether you’re interested in cultural preservation or innovative business models, this program will provide the tools and mentorship to help you succeed.
Program Attractions
Diversified Teaching Approaches
Our teaching approaches are designed to provide students with an immersive learning experience through a combination of lectures, case studies, workshops with entrepreneurs, on-site visits to companies, and group work to deliver business theories and cases. Students will also have the opportunity to communicate with local entrepreneurs face-to-face. Our inspirational lectures will guide you on how to do business in China.
One-to-one buddy scheme
Each visiting student will be introduced to a Chinese student of SILC, who acts as your “buddy”. Your buddy will help to enhance your learning experience and providing support whenever you may need it.
Practical experience of our program
Throughout the course, you will learn about the challenges facing Chinese companies and work with your classmates to develop innovative solutions that blend Chinese and other cultures. Through observing the process of modernization and commercialization of intangible cultural heritage products, you will gain insights into the keys to innovation and entrepreneurship. Finally, you will have the opportunity to present your group's business plan, which may develop into a business solution for Chinese companies, or even become a real company in the future. By the end of the course, you will have developed a deep understanding of the logics behind the rapid growth of Chinese economy, the implications of Chinese economic reform on the global economy, and gained practical experience in developing innovative solutions.
Certificate
On completion of SILC Summer/Winter school, you will be awarded a Summer/Winter School Certificate from SILC as well as an academic record for your marks, which prove that you have good understanding of Chinese economy, innovations and entrepreneurship. SILC will also grant credits for students completing the program through an official transcript.
Levels and Prerequisites
All courses offered are equivalent to introductory level university courses. They have no specific pre-requisites.
Application Requirement
Non- Chinese citizens with a valid passport
Proof of your English language proficiency (if your first language is not English or if English is not the language of instruction at your school)
Sending completed application form and a copy of your passport photo page to our email
Nomination Deadline
Late May for SILC Summer School
Early November for SILC Winter School
Contact us
Julia Zhu: juliaxqzhu@shu.edu.cn
International Office
SILC Business School, Shanghai University
20 Chengzhong Road, Jiading District, Shanghai 201899, PR China
TEL: +86-2169980028-92011
FAX: +86-2169980017