Confucian Values & Family Business

Introduction

Confucius is the great sage in Chinese history. His teachings were used as the guiding principles during the Han dynasty. Thereafter, confucian values have since become the identity of Chinese culture.

With the proliferation of confucius teachings, family has been shaped as the building block of Chinese society. Its influence extends to business practises along family lines. Globalization has open competition from foreign business practises. The key challege remains whether family business practises can transform themselves while retaining their identity.

In the Chinese Classic Series, the participants will be able to embark on a Chinese cultural journey through the lens of contemporary studies and theories. The courses are designed to provide the participants a deep understanding of the Chinese wisdom, culture and thinking, which can be translated into practical business skill and personal knowledge.

Key Takeaways

·          Broad understanding of Confucian Values

·          Understand the influence of Confucian on family businesses

·          Understand the strength and weaknesses of family businesses

·          Evaluate family business model with modern organization model

·          Apply techniques to transform traditional family business practise

·          Understand change, challenge and risk in such transition.

Program Outline

1.     Define and re-define family businesses. Highlight the key characteristics of family business practises and evaluate their strength and weakness.

2.     Discuss the challenges facing Chinese family business. Identify the major improvements needed while retaining the strengths of family businesses.

3.     The influences of Confucianism perpetuating family businesses.

4.     The influences of Confucianism Values and Virtues on Chinese entrepreneurs’ attitudes and behaviours.

5.     A transformational leader in leading changes in family business.

6.     Class Discussion & Evaluation