Educational Business Field Study for MBA Students

ASIA MBA AI FORUM 2026

Business Practice Symposium
Combining academic learning with real-world business practice in Korea

“Leveraging AI for the Expansion of Asian Business and Networks”

Seoul 2025 field-study highlights
Date
November 3 (Tue) – November 7 (Sat), 2026
Venue
Seoul, Republic of Korea
About the Forum

An educational business field study in Korea

Asia MBA Forum 2026 is an educational business field study program that combines academic learning with real-world business practice in Korea. It is designed to help MBA students gain insights, experience, and professional networks in Asia’s dynamic business environment.

Over five days in Seoul, participants visit leading Korean companies, join the K-Management Academy, present academic work, and experience Korean culture — all while building a lasting Asia-wide network.

What You Will Gain

Understand business strategies through company visits and expert lectures

Gain insights into K-Management and innovation practices

Expand your global network with MBA peers and business professionals

Enhance cross-cultural communication and leadership skills

Create valuable experiences in Seoul, a dynamic global city

Video Highlights

Asia MBA Forum in motion

A short video preview of past forum moments, networking scenes, and field-study experiences.

Program

Key program sessions

1

Company Visits

Visit leading Korean companies and learn about their business practices and innovation models.

2

K-Management Academy

Special lectures on K-Management strategies, including K-Culture, AI, and K-Shopping.

3

Academic Sessions

Present and discuss research findings and business cases with MBA peers and faculty members.

4

K-Culture Experience

Experience Korean culture, history, and lifestyle.

5

Networking Activities

Build connections with MBA students, professionals, and executives from across Asia.

Main Schedule

Each day is divided into morning, lunch, afternoon, and evening programs so that participants can easily follow the flow of the field-study schedule.

Date
Morning
Lunch
Afternoon / Evening
Nov 3Tue
08:30–12:30

Xiamen–Seoul transfer and hotel check-in

13:30

Lunch

15:30–17:30 / 18:30–21:30

Bank of Communications Seoul Branch visit; Welcome Dinner and Networking

Nov 4Wed
09:00–11:30

K-Management Academy 1 (K-Cultural Company — AI-enabled entertainment)

12:30

Lunch

14:00–17:00

K-Management Academy 2 (K-Retail Company — AI-enabled e-commerce and retail)

Nov 5Thu
09:00–12:00

K-Management Academy 3 (K-AI Company visit)

12:30

Lunch

14:00–17:00

K-Management Academic Session at Korea University

Nov 6Fri
09:00–12:00

K-Culture Experience: National Museum of Korea, Bukchon Hanok Village, or Seoul Forest autumn program

12:30

Lunch

14:00–18:00 / 19:00

MBA Cases Session; Awards Ceremony and Farewell Networking

Nov 7Sat
Morning / Afternoon

Free schedule or return to Xiamen

Individual arrangement

Departure according to each participant’s schedule

Visit locations are subject to change without prior notice.

Awards

  • 1 Best Case Presentation Award
  • 2 Excellent Case Presentation Awards
  • 3 Outstanding Participant Awards
  • Certificate of Participation for all participants

Conference Benefits

  • Accommodations & various K-Food meals during the conference
  • Local transportation
  • Invitation letter for visa application
  • Case presentation opportunity & in-print proceedings
  • K-Management Academy & K-Culture Experience
  • Industry, academic exchange & Asia MBA networking

* Airfare, travel insurance, and visa application fees are not included in the USD 1,700 fee.

Registration & Submission

Register for the forum

Participant Registration DeadlineAugust 31 (Mon), 2026
Case Presentation ApplicationSeptember 25 (Fri), 2026
Full Case / Material SubmissionOctober 16 (Fri), 2026

Case presenters should download and complete the Case Application Form: Download Case Application Form

Registration Fee
USD 1,700
All program benefits are provided after payment.
Airfare and travel insurance are NOT included.
Accommodation is twin-sharing; a single-room supplement applies (see form).

Single-room supplement (Standard Double): + USD 100 per day — confirmed rate. The final payable amount will be guided after registration review.

Registration Terms

Registration is confirmed only after the USD 1,700 fee (plus the Standard Double single-room supplement of USD 100 per day, if selected) is received by bank transfer. A final registration confirmation letter will be issued after the participation fee bank transfer is completed. Program benefits are provided after payment. Travel insurance and visa fees are the participant’s responsibility.

Refund / Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made from September 15, 2026 will incur a USD 200 cancellation fee. Cancellations made after September 24, 2026 will incur a USD 850 cancellation fee. No refunds will be given after October 3, 2026.

Privacy & Media Consent

The organizer may use the submitted information only for forum operation and may take photos/videos during the event for official records and forum promotion.

All visible registration fields are required. After submitting, your registration is sent to the organizers and a downloadable copy is generated for your records.

How to Pay

FeeUSD 1,700
Single occupancyStandard Double supplement: USD 100 per day
IncludedProgram, accommodation, local transportation, meals, case sessions
Not includedAirfare, travel insurance, visa application fees
PaymentBank transfer only. Bank-transfer instructions will be sent by the organizer after registration review.
ConfirmationA final registration confirmation letter will be issued after the participation fee bank transfer is completed.
Case formDownload Case Application Form
PosterDownload the official poster

Official website: asiambaforum.org · Download Poster

相关要求

  1. 报名后请各位同学提前安排好个人事务,确保能够全程参与会议活动。
  2. 会议期间,请严格遵守团队的统一安排,不得擅自离队。
  3. 费用:1700美金,酒店(两人一室,需要一人一室自行补差价,预计大概100美金/晚);市内交通(大巴);早午餐,欢迎及欢送晚宴。
  4. 9月15日起取消,收取200美金取消费;9月24日后取消,收取850美金取消费;10月3日后取消,将不予退款。
  5. 企业参访以及案例展示全程请着正装。
  6. 费用不包括往返机票与国际旅行保险。

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Venue & Travel

Seoul, Republic of Korea

Seoul is a dynamic global city where tradition meets innovation. The detailed venue and hotel address will be announced on the official website closer to the event.

Venue

Central Seoul (exact venue to be announced). Sessions, company visits, and networking are held across the city with local transportation provided.

Accommodation

Stay is arranged at 4 Stars Hotel in Gangnam (see below). Twin-sharing is included in the fee; single occupancy is available with a supplement.

Visa & Invitation

An official invitation letter for visa application is provided upon registration. Visa application fees are not included.

Getting There

Seoul is served by Incheon (ICN) and Gimpo (GMP) international airports, with fast rail and metro links to the city center.

Official Hotel — 4 Stars Hotel in Gangnam

A luxury hybrid residence hotel in Gamgnam, Seoul (Gangnam Style). Accommodation during the conference is arranged here, with meeting rooms, a co-working studio, dining, and a wellness gym on site.

Deluxe Twin room
Twin room · included in fee

Deluxe Twin

Two participants sharing one suite. This is the standard accommodation covered by the USD 1,700 registration fee.

Standard Double room
Single room · + supplement

Standard Double

Single occupancy — one participant per room. Available with an additional supplement of USD 100 per day (selectable in the registration form).

Deluxe Twin bedroom Standard Double room image Deluxe Twin living and bedroom area Standard Double bedroom

Hotel photos are provided for accommodation guidance. Room assignment and availability are subject to final confirmation by the organizer and hotel.

Looking Back

Past Forum Highlights

Moments from our previous forums — building an Asia-wide MBA network across cities.

1st Forum · Seoul · November 2025

2nd Forum · Xiamen · February 2026

Contact

Get in touch

Email

info@asiambaforum.org

Website

www.asiambaforum.org

Organizer

Asia MBA Forum
Seoul, Republic of Korea