Ch 59: Springtime in Oxford- Welcome Trinity!

It is now week one during Trinity, my third term in Oxford. All six classes this term are of my own choosing. Here's what I have selected along with my expectations.

1.) Real Estate- Taught by Sandy Agpar the former head of BCGs RE practice I am really looking forward to learning more about the basics of RE valuations and transactions. RE is also something I have been keen in looking into in China.

2.) Marketing Innovation- How to market innovations is taught by Laura Cousins a professor who teaches at a number of schools (a merc). The flurry of innovations coming out from all corners of the world and all levels makes this course a no brainer for me to choose as someone who is always interested in the new new thing (and how to exploit it for max value).

3.) Business State Relations- In China you get as much as the state allows you to receive. In a globalized world we are all more greatly affected by the actions and policies of foreign governments.

4.) Entrepreneurship & Tech. Ventures- Two areas I am keen on pursuing in China. Plus Professor Seidel is a product of the most innovative environment in the world today- Silicon Valley (Stanford).

5.) Business in China- I'm always curious to learn more about doing business in China. Plus the professor Eric Thun is a good guy who is passionate about China. I like that.

6.) Strategic Decision Making in Dynamic Environments- Whether through intense preperation or thinking on your feet the ability to make good decisions is vital to any successful undertaking.

I'm excited. Another term. Another opportunity to gain knowledge, have fun, and learn more about myself in this most unique of places.