Oxford University Press (China)
Management Trainee Programme 2012
Oxford University Press
Oxford University Press (OUP) is the largest university press in the world. As a department of the University
of Oxford, OUP furthers the University' s objective of excellence in research, scholarship and education by
publishing worldwide. Today, OUP has offices in 50 countries and publishes in over 40 languages.
As a leading publisher in Greater China, we publish over 500 top-quality new titles in both English and
Chinese every year, ranging from school textbooks, dictionaries, academic and general books to literacy
courses and packages. In mainland China, we collaborate with local publishers in major cities and
provinces to publish for both pupils and general readers.
Management Trainee Programme
As a visionary publisher, we are committed to nurturing talent. In 2009, we introduced the Management
Trainee Programme, the first of such kind in the publishing industry in the Chinese-speaking world.
The moment you join us as our management trainee, you will embark on a two-year development
journey. Our multifaceted programme allows you to gain a wide spectrum of experiences and a thorough
understanding of our business and management. You will also be able to develop your critical thinking and
adaptability to change.
Programme features
Job rotations
External placements
Guidance from senior
management
Comprehensive
training
You will be posted to
different departments within
OUP China. With such a varied
experience, you will acquire
a broad understanding of
all the major aspects of our
business, and develop both
general management skills and
specialised editorial skills.
You will have the chance to work
at two of our external partner
companies whose nature of
business is fundamentally
different from that of OUP
China. The experience of
working at different business
environments will further
broaden your horizons.
You will be assigned a mentor
who is one of the directors of
OUP China. You will receive
from your mentor and senior
management ongoing
support and guidance as
well as personal coaching on
management concepts and
business development.
You will receive professional
training in various areas, such
as leadership, public speaking,
budget management, etc. You
will thus be able to develop
the skills you will need to
lead OUP China to succeed
in the competitive business
environment.
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OUP formally set up its China headquarters in Hong Kong in 1961. At present, OUP China employs over 300
members of staff across Hong Kong, Macau, Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen.
Career prospects
Upon completion of the programme, you will join either one of the editorial teams or the marketing
department. The skills and experience gained from the programme will groom you for responsibilities and
roles at senior levels in the future.
Now let' s listen to what some of the participants of the programme have to say about it.
Anthony Chin
Claire Hung
Michael Wong
University of British Columbia
The Chinese University of
Hong Kong
University of Oxford
BA in Classics and Sociology
MSc in Global Health Science
BA (Hons) in Chinese Language
and Literature
University of Southern California
BA in History and Comparative
Literature
‘This programme offers an exciting
learning opportunity for those who
are dedicated to advancing education
and culture. Most important, we
are part of the University of Oxford.
I feel proud to be a member of
the worldwide Oxford community
because what I am doing is truly
meaningful and is making differences
in people’s lives in Hong Kong and
China and, indeed, across the globe.’
‘The external placements allowed me
to see the working culture of other
companies. What’s equally exciting
was my rotation experience. I had
ample opportunity to work with a
diversity of people within and outside
OUP China. As a result, I was able to
develop different types of skill that
are of immense help in my career,
such as marketing research and
problem-solving skills.’
‘OUP is a creative organisation having
both academic and commercial ethos
and characteristics. The programme
really offers me a diverse range
of invigorating opportunities for
personal growth and professional
development. At OUP China, I get to
work with a community of extremely
amiable and talented people. The
support and feedback from my
mentor are also incredibly valuable.’
Application requirements
This programme is for you, if you
• Holdarecogniseduniversitydegreeinlanguage,humanities,socialsciences,businessorrelevantsubjects
• PossessanexcellentcommandofEnglishandChinese(CantoneseandMandarin)
• Havelessthantwoyearsofworkexperience
• ArewillingtorelocatetomainlandChina
• Haveastronginterestinpublishing,educationandbusinessmanagement
How to apply
To apply, please sumbit your covering letter and CV to us either by post or by email on or before 15 June 2012.
Post
Email
The Personnel Department, Oxford University Press (China)
18th Floor, Warwick House East, Taikoo Place, 979 King' s Road, Quarry Bay, Hong Kong
hr.hk@oup.com
We welcome both local and overseas applicants as long as they are eligible for full-time employment in
Hong Kong. First-round interviews will take place in Hong Kong between June and July, followed by a panel
interview.
We look forward to welcoming you to Oxford University Press (China), a place where great minds meet.
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