China Business Masterclass

More than a business trip. Build the capability to do business confidently in China.

A coach-led business immersion combining real market research, supplier evaluation, factory visits, negotiation guidance and practical sourcing execution.

Masterclass programs fromUS$2,580per person · twin-share · international airfare excluded

Choose your masterclass format

One complete China business immersion, offered at two levels of focus.

Starter gives first-time participants a structured market-discovery route. Pro offers a smaller group and a customised itinerary for buyers who already have a defined project.

Starter · Entrepreneurs exploring China for the first time

China Business Masterclass — Starter

9 days / 8 nights

Capability you will build

Return with a clearer business direction, stronger sourcing judgment and a practical method for evaluating opportunities in China.

A structured business immersion for entrepreneurs who want to discover commercially realistic opportunities, understand China’s sourcing environment and build practical buying judgment.

Canton Fair access when dates align · Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Foshan markets · project-based factory visits

Best suited to

First-time visitors looking for business opportunities in China
Entrepreneurs who have not yet selected a clear product direction
Participants who want to learn the fundamentals of China markets and sourcing

What the program includes

9-day / 8-night China business immersion

Maximum 18 participants per program

Full coordination from airport arrival through departure

8 nights in a 3-star business hotel

Two meals per day

All scheduled local transport during the program

Canton Fair visit when aligned with confirmed program dates

Guided visits to specialist markets in Guangzhou, Foshan and Shenzhen

Project-based factory or showroom visits

China Business Masterclass workshops

Supplier screening and quotation-analysis training

Pre-trip commercial diagnostic

International logistics guidance and post-program execution recommendations

Program pricing

International airfare is not included. The advertised price is per person based on twin-share accommodation.

Twin-share program priceUS$2,580per person · Maximum 18 participants

Single-room option+ US$40per night · US$2,900 total for 8 nights

Discuss your business question

Pro · Established buyers with a defined sourcing project

China Business Masterclass — Pro

9 days / 8 nights

Capability you will build

Advance a defined sourcing project with better supplier evidence, negotiation direction and an actionable procurement plan.

A smaller, project-led business immersion with a customised route to the factories, markets and suppliers most relevant to your commercial objective.

Custom factory, market and supplier itinerary aligned with your project

Best suited to

Business clients with a clearly defined sourcing project
Buyers who are actively screening suppliers or preparing to place an order
Clients who need a smaller group and a deeply customised business itinerary

What the program includes

9-day / 8-night project-led China business immersion

Maximum 6 participants per program

Full coordination from airport arrival through departure

8 nights in a 4-star business hotel

Premium full-board meal arrangements

All scheduled local transport during the program

Custom market, factory and supplier route based on the client project

Targeted supplier and factory meetings

China Business Masterclass workshops

In-depth supplier evaluation and background checks

Quotation, MOQ, payment-term and commercial-risk analysis

Business negotiation guidance

Supplier comparison framework and actionable procurement plan

International logistics guidance and continued post-program execution support

Program pricing

International airfare is not included. The advertised price is per person based on twin-share accommodation.

Twin-share program priceUS$3,680per person · Maximum 6 participants

Single-room option+ US$40per night · US$4,000 total for 8 nights

Discuss your business question

What your coaching proposal covers

Clear responsibilities before the assignment begins.

Your proposal will define the commercial objective, coaching scope, fieldwork, travel arrangements and expected deliverables before payment.

Typically included

8 nights of accommodation at the hotel standard specified for the selected program

Pre-trip commercial diagnostic and sourcing-strategy session

Airport transfers and all scheduled local transport

Meals according to the selected program format

Scheduled market, trade fair, supplier, factory or showroom fieldwork

Bilingual business coaching and on-the-ground guidance

China Business Masterclass workshops

International logistics guidance and freight-forwarder introductions where relevant

China M-visa application document pack

Not included

International airfare

Single-room supplement of US$40 per night

Embassy or consulate visa fees

Travel insurance

Personal shopping, samples and product purchases

Meals outside the confirmed program format

Visa documents

Your service can include a China M-visa application document pack, including the agreed invitation, itinerary and checklist. The traveller submits the application directly, embassy fees are separate, and approval remains solely with the relevant embassy or consulate.

Two masterclass formats

Choose the level of structure and project focus your business requires.

Starter · Maximum 18 participants

Structured discovery across China’s key business environments

Three-star accommodation, half board, scheduled transport, Canton Fair access, wholesale-market fieldwork, project-based factory visits, the China Business Masterclass and international logistics guidance.

Pro · Maximum 6 participants

A smaller, customised mission for a defined sourcing project

Four-star accommodation, premium full board, scheduled transport and a project-specific route to relevant factories, markets and suppliers, supported by the China Business Masterclass and international logistics guidance.

Start with a commercial diagnosis

Tell us the business you want to explore or the supplier decision you need to make.

Build my sourcing plan