Dickinson College Immersion Program in
International Business | Hong Kong | Summer 2004
Syllabus

Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR) 
People's Republic of China

General Orientation
MAPS of HONG KONG
TABLE of Trade Associations
TABLE of Government Departments
US Consulate
Tel: (852) 2521 1467 
Fax: (852) 2845 9800 
26 Garden Road, Central, HK
Telephone : 25239011
US Consulate: U.S. Commercial Service 
HK government (official)
PRC Embassy, USA
Hong Kong Tourism (Official)
Macau Tourism (official)
MTR Route map
Mass Transit Maps
HK Print Media on the Web
South China Morning Post  -- HK's main English language newspaper
Hong Kong Standard -- Online version of the HK Standard
TimeOut
BC Magazine-- English language magazine for HK
The American Journal of Transportation
Business Orientation in HK
Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices (HKETO)
Doing Buisiness in HK
The National Bureau of Asian Research (NBR)
AsiaNow
City Life
Census and Stat Data
Executive Planet (Business culture guide)
Closer Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)
U.S.  Business Associations
American Chamber of Commerce, Hong Kong
1904 Bank of America Tower, 12 Harcourt Road, Central, Hong Kong
Email: amcham@amcham.org.hk
Tel: (852) 2526-0165 Fax: (852) 2810-1289
Office Hours : Mon - Fri 8:30 - 17:30

Crown Worldwide: Jim Thompson

American Chamber of Commerce, Guongdong
American Chamber of Commerce, Shanghai
HK - US Business Council
US States and Ports Association
Officially established in October 1989 for the purpose of promoting trade development, investment and to increase business activities  between the United States, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan and South-East Asia.
http://www.usspahk.org/
Unit 1501, Eton Tower 
8 Hysan Avenue, Causeway Bay 
Tel: (852) 2877-6111   Fax: (852) 2877-9937 
Email: ohko@hk.net
Hong Kong Businesses
Hong Kong Disneyland
Cendant Mobility Intercultural Services
14/F Wyndham Place
40-44 Wyndham Street
Central, Hong Kong
Tel: + 852.2162.9339
Fax: + 852.2528.2021
Educational orientation
HK Polytechnic University
China Business Center
 
HK U of Sci & Tech
University of HK
Centre for Asian Business Cases (CABC): Cases distributed directly or through Harvard Business School and The European Case Clearing House

Shenzhen
Shenzhen home
Shenzhen map

Government Offices in HK
(Infrastructure- and Trade-Related)
InvestHK
Mission:  To promote HKs many advantages as an investment and business hub in Asia. We provide assistance to corporations looking for direct investment opportunities in Hong Kong. Our aim is to ensure that companies have all the support they need to establish operations in HK.
15/F, One Pacific Place, Queensway, HK
Tel: (852) 3107 1000 
Fax: (852) 3107 9007 
E-mail: enq@InvestHK.gov.hk 

HK Trade Development Council
TDC is the global marketing arm and public service hub for Hong Kong-based manufacturers, traders and service exporters. Activities are especially geared to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), the chief drivers of Hong Kong’s trade.
HK Convention and Exhibition Centre 
38/F Office Tower, Convention Plaza 
1 Harbour Road, Wan Chai, Hong Kong 
Phone: (852) 2584 4333 
Fax: (852) 2824 0249
http://www.tdctrade.com
E-mail: hktdc@tdc.org.hk
M-F 9-6; Sat 9-12:30
web directory

HK Airport Authority
A statutory body that operates and maintains the Hong Kong International Airport. Site contains its annual report, real time flight info and airline info.
www.hkairport.com/eng/aboutus/profile.html
HK airport stats

HK Marine Department
A governmental department responsible for all navigational matters in Hong Kong and the safety standards of all classes and types of vessels. Site contains port news, reports, statistics, berthing guidelines, tender notices, etc.
www.mardep.gov.hk/

HK Port & Maritime Board
A port authority responsible for all aspects of port planning and development in Hong Kong. Site covers info on the development of ports, its operation and trends, port traffic statistics, port cargo forecasts, and more.
www.pmb.gov.hk/pmb/eng/normal.htm
HK continer port stats

HK Transport Department
It assures the quality of transports in Hong Kong. Site covers info on its services, news, press release, traffic notices, transport figures, publications, etc.
www.info.gov.hk/td/eng/td29_flash.html

Logistics HHK
Website of the Hong Kong Logistics Development Council. Contains its membership list, press releases, reports, newsletters, and related links.
www.logisticshk.gov.hk/cgi bin/logisticshk/
frame.cgi?section=about&content=log01.html
By Telephone: 2537 2860
By Facsimile: 2523 0030
By E-mail: logsuser@edlb.gov.hk

The HK Shipping Register
Provides ship registration, inspection and survey. Site contains its registration procedures and merchant shipping notices.
www.info.gov.hk/mardep/register/registry.htm

Transport Bureau
Aims to expand and improve the transport infrastructure, availability and quality of public transport, and actively manage road use to reduce congestion and promote safety. Site contains transport statistics, policy on railway development and links to related transport operators.
www.info.gov.hk/tb/content/index.htm

Transport Complaints Unit
Set up under the Transport Advisory Committee to receive and monitor complaints and suggestions on transport and traffic matters. Site contains its annual and quarterly reports, as well as transport and taxi complaints forms.
www.info.gov.hk/tcu/content/index.htm

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HK Trade Development Council links:
Trade Associations
Chartered Institute of Logistics 
& Transport in HK
A professional body for those engaged in various sectors of transport and logistics, including air, sea and land, for both passengers and freight movement. Site contains its news, events, and profile.
http://www.cilt.org.hk/
7/F., Yue Hing Building
103 Hennessy Road
Wanchai, Hong Kong
( MTR Wanchai Station Exit A2 )
PO Box 47120
Morrison Hill Post Office, Hong Kong
Telephone Number: (852) 2866 6336 
Fax Number: (852) 2866 6118 
Office Opening Hours 
Monday to Friday 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

HK Air Freight Forwarding Agents (AHAFA) HAFFA is a non-profit making organization which promotes, protects and develops the carriage of goods (whether by air, sea or land) generally, and the businesses of cargo forwarding agents and logistics service providers in particular. 
http://www.haffa.com.hk/
enquiry@haffa.com.hk
8/F, China Hong Kong Centre, 122-126 Canton Road, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 2796 3121
Fax: (852) 2796 3719, (852)2754 8926
Director: Ms. Alice Lui

HK Container Tractor Owner Association
A non-profit making organization acting as a co-ordinator between the government and transportation companies. Site contains its profile, services info and tariff rates.
http://hkctoa.uhome.net/eng_index.html
web: no info

HK Exporters' Association
A non-profit organization established to improve Hong Kong's business environment and commercial practices. Site contains its profile, service details, publications, events update, and membership info.
http://www.exporters.org.hk/
exporter@exporters.org.hk
Room 825, Star House, 3 Salisbury Road, Tsimshatsui, Kowloon, Hong Kong. 
Secretariat tel: 2730 9851.

HK Importers & Exporters Association / Chinese Manufacturer & Exporter Association
It is formed to develop trade opportunities and market diversification for Hong Kong companies. Site contains an online directory of Hong Kong companies.
http://www.iea.org.hk/
web not working

HK Logistics Association
It represents the interests of those in logistics. Site contains info about its programs, diploma courses, organization, membership and events. 
http://www.hkla.org.hk/
4/F, Network of Networks,
Hong Kong Productivity Council Bulding,
78 Tat Chee Avenue,
Kowloon Tong Hong Kong.
Tel: (852) 2777 9656 / 2778 9030
Fax: (852) 2194 5082
Email: member@hkla.org.hk
 

HK Sea Transport & Logistics Association
A non-profit organization representing the Hong Kong shipping industry. Site contains its profile, functions, and member directory.
http://www.hkstla.org/
2/F.,TERN CENTRE,TOWER I,237 QUEEN'S ROAD,CENTRAL,HONG KONG.
Tel :(852) 2544 9037 
Fax :(852) 2544 6104 
E-mail: info@hkstla.org

HK Sea Transport Association
It is established to promote the interest of the Hong Kong shipping industry. Site includes its profile, member list, membership info, news, course details, and events update.
http://www.hkseatransport.org.hk/ 

HK Ship-owners Association
It is established to promote and to protect the interests of the Hong Kong shipowners and shipmanagers. Site contains its profile, member directory, news, events update, and useful links. 
http://www.hksoa.org/
12th Floor, Queen's Centre
58 Queen's Road East, Wan Chai, Hong Kong 
Tel (852) 2520-0206  Fax (852) 2865-1582
hksoa@hksoa.org 

HK Shippers' Council.
An independent organization that aims to protect the interest of Hong Kong exporters and importers, in matters relating to the transport of merchandise by sea, land and air. Site includes monthly transport statistics, training, seminars, visits, publications, activities and services of the Council.
http://www.hkshippers.org.hk/
web not working

Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers, HK
A professional body for those engaged in all aspects of shipping business. Site contains info about its organization, membership, exams, short courses, tutorship, publications, services and seminars.
http://www.ics.org.uk/
GPO Box 12292, Hong Kong 
Tel: +852 2866-1488, Fax: +852 8106-1480
e-mail: icshk@netvigator.com

Institute of Supply & Demand Chain Management
A not-for-profit organization of business professionals interested in improving their demand-supply chain, logistics and/or distribution management skills. Site contains its profile, objectives, and related links.
http://www.isdcm.org/e_default.htm
For any enquiry, please email to: enquiry@isdcm.org
Room 1001, 10/F, VTC Tower, 27 Wood Road, Wanchai, 
Tel: 852-2291-3470
FAX: (852) 2291 3388

Intelligent Transportation Systems - HK
A non-profit making learned society of organizations and individuals involved in ITS. Site contains its profile, newsletter, and upcoming activities.
http://www.its-hk.org/
toni.zen@its-hk.org
Ms Toni Zen at tel: 2268 3563 
Jason Wong, Secretary:  by phone  +852 2828 5836
by fax +852 2827 1823