An Introduction to Family Business in Germany and China

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An Introduction to Family Business in Germany and China

Gaim a comprehensive overview of family businesses in Germany and China.

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Time commitment:

30 min

Pace:

Self-paced

Subject:

Organizational Management

Language:

English

Level:

Introductory

Topic (s):

Family Business

About this course

This course provides a comprehensive overview of family businesses in Germany and China. Dr. Schaper begins by presenting global data on family businesses and highlights their significance in the global economy. Dr. Schaper also explores the defining characteristics and governance structures of family businesses. To illustrate the differences in history and revenue among these enterprises, several prominent family businesses are featured. Additionally, family businesses in Germany and China are compared, and differences and similarities are analyzed.

What you’ll learn

An overview of family businesses and their global footprint
Understanding family businesses: A definition of family businesses, highlighting their typical governance structures regarding ownership and management.
Leading family businesses worldwide: An exploration of the top family businesses based on historical significance and revenue.
Comparative analysis of family businesses in Germany and China: An examination of the similarities and differences between family businesses in these two nations.
Prominent family businesses in Germany and China: A review of renowned family businesses in both countries, focusing on their history and financial performance.
Analysis of distinctions and shared challenges: An investigation into the differences between family businesses in Germany and China, as well as common and future challenges.

About the instructor(s)

Dr. Anna-Katharina Schaper

Chair for Family Business Culture and Ownership of TUM School of Management at Technical University of Munich (TUM)

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An Introduction to Family Business in Germany and China

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Alice watched
Mar 22, 2025 21:20:16

Very good，It's a great honor to have listened to such an excellent course. I hope I can hear more in the future! Thank you！