Job Resources
Obtaining employment in China requires marketable skills, personal contacts, a strong command of a Chinese language (usually Mandarin) and a bit of luck.
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Employment Trends
Although China has become the third-largest economy, it is not immune to the woes of the global economic crisis.
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Information Technology
All market estimates for the Chinese IT and telecommunications markets paint a picture of surging growth relative to other countries in the world.
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Engineering
Engineering and technical skills are in high demand, due to the growing numbers of international companies locating manufacturing and production facilities and R&D centers in China.
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Accounting and Finance
Employment opportunities for skilled accounting and finance professionals have grown along with China’s growing economy.
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General Business – Sales and Marketing
According to a recent survey of Chinese employers across various sectors, the consumer and media/PR/advertising sectors have the highest expectations of increased employment.
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Development
As a developing nation, China receives assistance from foreign governments and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) throughout the world.
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Top Companies
The following list represents companies reporting the largest assets/revenues in the country. More than 400,000 additional corporate profiles can be found in Going Global's Employer Directory.
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Business and Networking
There are many business organization and trade councils in China, and some organizations based outside China, to assist those looking to do business in China.
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Financial Considerations
The standard of living in China has increased dramatically since China began to implement free-market economic reforms in the late 1970s.
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Work Permits/Visas
The visa system is highly regimented, very detailed in its guidance, and requires time and patience to complete the application processes.
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Resume/CVs
With the business environment in a continuing state of flux, there are no rigid rules for the submission of a résumé/CV (curriculum vitae).
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Interviewing Advice
The best way to prepare oneself for an interview in China is to learn as much about the employer as possible and to understand who the employing entity is, since it may be a venture of multiple nationalities.
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Cultural Advice
The color red is a sign of wealth and success when used with products and services. Also associated with success and power are gold and yellow.
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