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Doing Business in Asia (BUSA90476)

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This is a cross-disciplinary subject that combines academic insights and practical business experience into governance, leadership and risk management, with an emphasis on Asia. The subject examines how leadership and governance can impact risk management strategies. A key focus of the subject is the importance of cultural intelligence in developing leaders who are adept at navigating the complex personal, institutional, political, social and economic environments in Asia. Another focus is on the risk perspectives of the newly globalising Asian businesses –China, East Asia and India in particular. A third component of this subject is the typical governance structures in Asia in contrast to the Anglo-Saxon corporate governance structures and legislation.

Intended learning outcomes

At the end of the subject, participants should:



  • Gain insights into how Asian businesses view risk, compliance when doing business in the West;
  • Demonstrate greater cultural intelligence when doing business in Asia;
  • Acquire skills in building cross-cultural competence;
  • Undersand how leadership affects risk management in Asia;
  • Learn about the risks of operating in Asia and develop strategies to manage those risks;
  • How corporate and public governance unfolds in Asia and how it does affect management decisions from local and international companies;

Generic skills

1. Capacity to analyse and synthesis information and draw conclusions

2. Critical thinking and problem solving skills.

3.A greater understanding of cultural issues and how they determine different types of behaviour and governance models.

Last updated: 3 November 2022