Beijing MG20 Summit focuses on one of today’s most exciting trends: smart cities and global innovation. Students will explore topics like Industry 4.0, Made in China 2025, real-time data, China’s Belt and Road Initiative, and urbanization as well as China’s rapid development of infrastructure and its impact on the world’s economy. Led by professors and scholars from Harvard and Peking University, the Beijing MG20 promises 21st century skills in one of the world’s great historical cities
*To register for the Model G20 Beijing Summit, all applicants are required to create a login on Knovva’s Student Portal
Learning Objectives
Work effectively with peers from diverse cultures
Improve ability to offer clear and persuasive arguments
Devise strategies that facilitate win-win negotiations
Develop and refine research questions, evaluate sources of information
Use diplomatic language and rhetorical structures to create speeches and communiques
Develop new insights and interests into professional and/or future academic paths
Program Schedule
Day 1
2/16
Arrival
Day 2
2/17
Orientation and Expedition
Ice-breaker
Orientation
Explore historical and political sites around Beijing
Day 3
2/18
Training:
Systems and Structure of the G20
Workshop: Cross-Cultural Communication
Workshop: Asking the Right Questions
Workshop:Research and Writing
Procedure Training
Team Reflection
Day 4
2/19
Training:
Diplomatic Performance
Workshop: Public Speaking
Workshop: Strategic Thinking
Workshop: Negotiation
Policy Training
Team Reflection
Day 5
2/20
Training:
Diplomatic Performance
Infrastructure
Opening Conference
Country Strategy Session
Policy Working Group
Country Strategy Session
Policy Working Group
Day 6
2/21
Training:
Diplomatic Performance
Country Strategy Session
Policy Working Group
Country Strategy Session
Discourse with Civil Society
Country Strategy Session
Day 7
2/22
Simulation
Country Strategy Session
Press Conference
Debrief
Award Ceremony and Celebration
Day 8
2/23
Alumni Day
Venture into the old city and enjoy traditional Beijing dishes
Take an architecture tour highlighting Beijing's urban development
Day 9
2/24
Departure
Program Activities 2/16-2/24
- Lectures by world-class scholars
- Skill-building workshops
- Policy and procedure training
- Panel discussion
- Press conference
- Award ceremony
- Pre-program online training
- Life-long membership in Knovva’s Alumni Club
- 3 meals a day during the program
- 8 nights of 4-star Hotel (Sheraton Hotel or equivalent)
- 2 days of local exploration and local food experiences
Program Tuition: $2500
SCHOLARSHIPS
Merit-based
Full/Half sponsorship on program tuition
Separate application form, transcript, essays and other supporting documents required
FINANCIAL AID
Need-based
Covers tuition plus travel tickets
Application form and financial supporting documents
OUTSTANDING AWARDS
Performance-based
Total of $100K available to outstanding delegates and teams
Revealed by MG20 Committee at the end of the program
Enrollment Process
TBA: Scholarship online application open
Conversation with our cooperator
Scholarship decision is made based on availability.
Online payment
Travel and accommodation arrangements start
FAQ
General:
What subjects/topics are covered?
The topic for 2019 MG20 Beijing Summit is Smart Cities & Global Innovation, which touches on:
- Industry 4.0
- Real-time data
- China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI)
- Urbanization
- The subtopics covered in the simulations include:
- Connected and Sustainable Infrastructure
- Scaling Up Best Practices
- Global Leadership
Do you have other Summits in the coming year?
Registration:
How is acceptance and scholarship decision made?
If I apply and get awarded, will I be able to apply for scholarship in another one of your other program also?
If I am offered a scholarship am I also eligible for financial aid?
How can I get a refund for my $75 registration fee?
Will I get my $75 registration fee back if I receive full scholarship or financial aid?
I am confused about Enrollment Agreement signing process.
- Student will need to enter his/her own official name and email address, and their parent’s official name and email address.
- Student will review and sign the contract without closing out of his/her window (it takes only a few minutes to sign and this completes the Student’s part)
- Parents check their email, open and review the Enrollment Agreement, and sign the counter part. (the entire process would take no more than 10 minutes for the Parent depending on the level of detailed the information about the kids they want to provide)
- Enrollment Agreement is now complete!
- Both student and parent will receive a copy of the completed agreement by email for their own record.
Travel, Food & Accommodation:
What will I need to travel to China?
- A valid passport with more than six months of expiration after the end of the Program (February 24, 2019). You will need a valid passport to apply for a China visa
- Tourist visa of China. For our U.S. students you are welcome to reach out to our recommended U.S. travel agent company, please see below for further details. We will send out official visa invitation letters to accepted students as supportive document to be included in your visa application.
Where can I get more information about the visa?
Where will I be staying? What is the surrounding environment of the hotel and the summit venue?
Additional details can be found here
What are the hotel accommodations like?
Travel, Food & Accommodation:
If I reside in the host country or I have friends/relatives that I can stay with in the host country during the duration of the Summit, may I commute to/from the venue?
Should I bring a charger adapter for my electronics? What type?
There are a variety of plugs found in China, but the 220V 50Hz electrical current stays the same. Below is the most common types of electrical outlets you’ll find in China:
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If you find that you have a device rated for 220V or 240V that won’t fit any of these plugs (which is often the case for travelers from Europe), you’ll want to spring for a simple travel plug converter (not a power converter, which is detailed below). These are usually light and very portable.
When it comes to charging your phone, laptop or camera in China, most modern electronic chargers are rated for both 110V and 220V which means that you won’t have to purchase any particular adapter or power converter.
What is the weather like in Beijing, China during February?
How much money should I bring with me?
We don’t recommend bringing more than RMB $1000 (USD $150 or the equivalent in your country’s currency) as tipping/gratuity is not obligated in China. Majority of tourist attraction locations do accept Visa and Mastercard credit cards (American Express and Discover are less popular). Should you decide to bring a credit card, please don’t forget to inform your bank of possible foreign transactions from China.
Are there additional fees beyond the indicated trip cost?
How can my parents contact me in China?
You can communicate with your parents through Slack or Wechat while you are in China. Sheraton Hotel provides free Wi-Fi. You can also purchase international roaming pass from your cell phone carrier to ensure a seamless communication.
Safety:
Is it safe to travel to China?
“China, one of the largest and most popular tourist destinations around the world, is, by and large, a very safe and welcoming place to travel around.”
For further information please see below link from:
United State’s Overseas Security Advisory Council – Bureau of Diplomatic Security
Will someone be picking me up and dropping me off from the Airport when I arrive and depart?
Will students be chaperoned?
Do I need to bring my own medicine?
Things to caution on:
More info:
usembassy-china.org
chinalawblog.com