Fields of activity
Our offer includes a range of benefits and discounts for Business Hub participants. Austrian and European companies receive targeted and customized support from the Confucius Institute Graz. We accompany you on your way to the Middle Kingdom and provide you with a wide range of further development opportunities through the use of our premises, infrastructure, experience and expertise - for young entrepreneurs and those who want to become one!
Initial consultation
The initial consultation for "Doing Business in China" focuses on various aspects and differences in business behavior between Europe and China. In order to conduct successful negotiations in China, country-specific customs and rules in China need to be taken into account, which are conveyed by the export merchant Dr. Wan Jie Chen. Furthermore, procurement, sales, network development, partner search, negotiations, recruiting, joint venture projects and more play a role in the consulting services.
State-of-the-art infrastructure
Hub participants are provided with the Hub premises and the technical infrastructure for working. The premises are equipped with smart boards, laptops and computers, a meeting room and all the necessary technical resources to hold international video conferences.
The pitch
We accompany the preparations as well as the recording of your pitch in order to present the young company in the best possible way and with all its advantages and ideas. You have the opportunity to present the company and your product and to transform it into an ideal promotional video tailored to the Chinese market through feedback rounds. Your entrepreneurial cooperation wishes will be taken into account in order to provide you with optimal support in your search for partners and suitable financing.
Networking
The Confucius Institute, with its focus on entrepreneurial exchange and the promotion of economic relations between Europe and China, has a broad network of contacts and potential cooperation partners in China, from which you should benefit by participating in the Hub. In order to facilitate or enable your market entry into China, we work with you to establish targeted contact with Chinese companies and investors and search for the ideal partners for you in specific sectors. Your wishes are always taken into account. The hub is a place of exchange and networking; a space of opportunity for your entrepreneurial future!
Mentoring
The Hub's offer results in constant mentoring and ongoing support during project realization. We provide you with the necessary tools for planning and implementation, from drawing up a business plan to ensuring entrepreneurial success. We are open to questions and problems and work with you to find solutions for the future of your company and the success of your product.
Prerequisites
- In order to take full advantage of the Business Hub, membership of the Global Young Leaders Union is required.
- The infrastructure and premises can be used from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 5 pm. Exceptions by arrangement.
- Registration and contact via the form
- Pre-registration for the initial consultation