EU-China Managers Exchange and Training Programme 2010

China has evolved into one of the world’s most dynamic and constantly growing markets. But small and medium-sized companies (SMEs) in particular often lack the resources to establish business relations with China. The European Commission therefore supports SMEs, Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) and self-employed entrepreneurs by offering METP – a ten-month executive training in China. 
 
The fully-funded programme offers EU-based companies the possibility to train their employees to become qualified experts for the Chinese market. Ideally, these experts will utilise their newly acquired skills and contacts needed to conduct business with China. During METP, the selected European managers receive seven months of business Chinese language training, intercultural training, tailor-made seminars and site visits to Chinese companies, cities and administration bodies. Additionally, the participants embark on a three-month internship in a Chinese company. Long-term objective of METP is to enhance
the EU’s relationship with China in a sustainable fashion through exchange and economic cooperation. Besides the organisation of the whole stay, the EU will cover all tuition fees and provide participants with a monthly living allowance (1.000 euros). All graduates receive an official diploma signed by the EU Ambassador to China.
 
For further information about application modalities, download instructions for the application dossier and for general information about METP visit www.metp.net.cn or contact the METP hotline at +49 69 15402 638.