Abstract:In this paper, the basic situation of a copper mine is briefed, and the advancing schedule and stoping schedule prepared by Chinese and foreign parties are briefly described respectively. The Chinese version is prepared according to Chinese standards, while the foreign version adopts western standard. The process and format of the preparation are similar. In this paper, the differences of design ideas and methods between the two versions are analyzed. There are also differences in the consistence between the outcome of the advancing & stoping scheduling and the life cycle of the mine. For overseas projects, it is suggested to integrate foreign common design model into the Chinese design.