A focused China AI and robotics study tour for business leaders in Shanghai and Hangzhou—combining expert seminars, planned company visits and first-hand technology immersion.
Format5 programmed daysPlus one flexible exploration day
PerspectiveBusiness + technologyFrom ecosystem context to application
AccessPlanned visitsCompanies, campuses and research networks
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The experience
A China AI and robotics study tour for business leaders.
This executive study tour to China is designed for people who want to understand the country’s AI, robotics and technology economy from inside its companies, campuses and research networks.
The China technology study trip combines academic context with practical exposure across Shanghai and Hangzhou. Participants examine how artificial intelligence, robotics, big data, drones, electric vehicles and semiconductors move from research to real business applications.
01Learn
Seminars
Academic and expert-led sessions on AI, robotics, big data, drones, electric vehicles and international business innovation.
02Observe
Immersion
First-hand exposure to technology campuses, innovation parks, flagship stores and robotics-driven environments.
03Connect
Executive exchange
Conversations with professors, experts, managers, entrepreneurs and international decision-makers.
04Collaborate
Peer learning
Collaborative sessions with local students and international MBA and DBA participants.
05Complete
Program certificate
A planned certificate from a Chinese partner school in collaboration with the Doctoral School of Business and Nestor AI Campus.
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Shanghai → Hangzhou → Shanghai
The study route
The itinerary below reflects the current working plan. Company access and session timing remain subject to final confirmation.
Day 01Arrival & China technology ecosystemShanghai
Technology ecosystem introductionSIFEC overview of China’s technology landscape.
Arrival and hotel check-inJoya Hotel, Changshou Road, Shanghai.
Welcome dinner and discussionThe economic impact of big data, AI and robotics businesses.
Day 02Autonomous systems, EVs & industry networkShanghai
Drone conferenceExperts explore how big data and AI are integrated into autonomous systems.
Planned BYD Yangwang Center visitExplore the premium new-energy vehicle brand and its Shanghai flagship experience.
SEMA social eventNetwork with entrepreneurs, senior electronic-materials executives and doctoral entrepreneurship participants.
Day 03Applied AI & academic perspectiveShanghai
Planned ByteDance visitA session introducing current developments in artificial intelligence.
Academic sessionIntroduction to China’s technology ecosystem with a Fudan University faculty member.
Group dinnerInformal reflection and participant networking.
Day 04Platforms, science parks & roboticsHangzhou
High-speed rail and planned Alibaba Campus visitTravel from Shanghai and explore the platform company’s innovation environment.
Qianjiang Century City and science parkSessions on semiconductors, robotics supply chains and AI business, plus a planned robotics base visit.
FlyZoo Hotel experienceObserve a hospitality environment designed around robotic operations.
Day 05Collaborative workshop & certificateShanghai
Return to ShanghaiTravel from Hangzhou and prepare for the closing workshop.
Planned Baidu PaddlePaddle workshopWork with local students on commercial opportunities in big data, AI and robotics.
Certificate and closing dinnerProgram synthesis, certificate ceremony and final networking.
Day +1Flexible exploration & independent networkingShanghai
A flexible day to explore, rest and continue conversations. Potential opportunities relating to DeepSeek and Unitree Robotics are subject to access and final confirmation.
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Planned ecosystem access
Companies & institutions
The working itinerary connects participants with organizations across mobility, platforms, deep learning, AI research, robotics, hospitality and higher education.
Mobility
BYD Yangwang
Applied AI
ByteDance
Platforms & cloud
Alibaba
Deep learning
Baidu PaddlePaddle
AI research
DeepSeek
Robotics
Unitree Robotics
Smart hospitality
FlyZoo Hotel
Higher education
Fudan University
All company and institution references describe the current working itinerary and do not imply endorsement. Access, speakers and venues may change.
Who it is for
Built for people turning technology into decisions.
01Business leaders and managers
02Entrepreneurs and investors
03AI, robotics and technology professionals
04Researchers and educators
05International MBA and DBA participants
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Plan with clarity
Before you decide.
The route is defined. Final access, inclusions and pricing are confirmed directly with applicants.
Core dates
16–20 November 2026
Route
Shanghai → Hangzhou → Shanghai
Format
Five programmed days plus a flexible exploration day
Itinerary status
Company access, speakers, venues and timing remain subject to confirmation
Certificate
A program certificate is planned; no academic credit is awarded
Pricing & inclusions
Available from the program team on request
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Practical information
Questions, answered.
What is the China AI & Robotics Business Study Trip?
It is a professional China AI and robotics study tour for executives and technology leaders. The program combines seminars, planned company visits, ecosystem immersion, peer exchange and networking around AI, robotics, big data, drones and electric vehicles in Shanghai and Hangzhou.
When and where does the China AI study trip take place?
The core program is planned for November 16–20, 2026 in Shanghai and Hangzhou, China. The working itinerary also lists one flexible exploration day; confirm final travel dates before booking transport.
Who is the program designed for?
This China innovation tour is designed for business leaders, managers, entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, technology professionals and international MBA or DBA participants interested in China’s AI and robotics ecosystem.
Is the itinerary final?
No. Company access, speakers, venues and timing are subject to change. The organizer will provide the confirmed schedule to accepted participants.
Does the trip provide an academic qualification?
A program certificate is planned. Participation does not provide academic credit or an official qualification within an accredited curriculum.