Do you work in a professional role within a Small-to-Medium Enterprise (SME) based in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire or Derby?
Thinking of new markets or business opportunities in China or other emerging markets?
Communicating effectively as a leader in the ever-changing global business world requires a versatile skills-set that needs to be creative, adaptable and frequently updated.
This interactive workshop, aimed at small businesses in Nottingham and Derby will equip participants with the tools and knowledge to encourage you to open up brand new possibilities for effective leadership performance.
Global Business Communication & Live Asia Business Opprtunties
Thursday 7th June 2018 10.00 - 16.30
Village Hotel Nottingham, Brailsford Way, Beeston, Nottingham NG9 6DL
Did you know Chinese businesses are keen to explore access to new and existing markets globally?
China is looking outwards on a huge scale, for example the ‘Belt and Road’ initiative which is designed to reform the old ‘Silk Road’ routes from Beijing to Europe. China is investing billions in countries across the ‘Belt and Road’ to build new infrastructure and open trade routes to enable the greater and faster movement of goods.
There are so many new opportunities for UK businesses to trade with China, both for products and services. This workshop will explore the opportunities available in China and delegates will have the opportunity to connect to decision-makers representing Chinese businesses who are keen to make contact with UK companies.
You will also learn
- How to enhance your leadership style in a range of cultural settings
- How to improve your verbal and non-verbal communication skills with diverse audiences
- How to become a more reflective language user in different cultural contexts
"Excellent workshop, an opportunity to hear about relevant research. It provided me with an opportunity to reflect on my own style and presentation in a global context".
(Participant July 2017)
Who Should Attend?
Priority will be given to Small Medium Enterprises (SME) based in Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire. This event is part-funded by the European Regional Development Fund 2014-2020. This event is classed as State Aid to participating businesses, the value of which is £379, but is delivered completely free of charge to participants.
What to Expect
The workshop will focus on both verbal and non-verbal communication, emphasising the significant role that cultural awareness plays in communicating effectively and efficiently. You will also learn more about the practical ways the University of Nottingham is supporting businesses to have an inital presence in China.
"The workshop has made me reflect more on my dealings with different cultures and nationalities".
(Participant July 2017)
Workshop Leaders
This workshop will be led by Dr. Luke Collins who is an expert in professional communication and has published widely in this area. He has extensive teaching and training experience in the field of intercultural communication.
Dr. Collins will be supported by Kay Snowley, Business Development Manager, University of Nottingham. Kay has over thirteen years' experience in Higher Education Business Development and is a specialist in funding opportunities and global knowledge exchange.
This will be a very popular event. Book early to avoid disappointment http://bit.ly/GlobalBusinessComms2018
This free event is funded by the European Union: European Regional Development Fund