How do Chinese managers learn to do their job? Management training has become a vital necessity for China under the economic reforms. This book, based on empirical study of the institutions involved, is the first to examine in depth the industrial and management training in China. It covers the period 1979 to 1989 during the 'Open Door' policy operated by the government. A period marked by the modernization attempts of industry.

Foreword; John Child - Preface - Acknowledgements - List of Abbreviations - Introduction: Setting the Scene - The Economic Background of Chinese Management - The Infra-structure of Chinese Management Training - Senior Executive Training in China - China's University-level Management Schools - Industrial Training in Selected Chinese Enterprises - Comparisons with Other Countries - Summary and Conclusions - Appendices - Notes - Bibliography - Index