This module is designed to provide insights into business ecosystem in South Korea. Republic of Korea is one of the major economic hubs of Asia. It is the 15th largest economy among the first ten economies hosting the headquarters of Global Fortune 500 companies. As one of the leading IT countries in the world with highest broadband internet access per capital, South Korea is ranked amongst the top ten in the world for IT industry competitiveness by the Economist Intelligence Unit. South Korea has one of the most advanced education systems with highest scientific literacy. South Korea’s remarkable development has been cited as exemplary by the United Nations. 

The module aims to provide an overview of the economic and social development path of South Korea, the business environment and the specificities of doing business through a series of lectures provided by Korean scholars and field trip with onsite visits to firms. During this module the students will enhance their understanding of economic, political, geographical and cultural factors in South Korean business environment.