Confucius Institute: Mandarin Chinese I |
| Jump-start into learning Mandarin Chinese quickly and effectively—class begins with pronunciation and the writing of characters, then progresses to survival topics in Chinese society. Topics include greetings, making an appointment, visiting friends, shopping, etc. Speaking, listening, reading and writing skills will all be taught with an emphasis on communication. An additional $20 fee for the textbook is included in the tuition. |
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CICHIN1 (08JUL13)
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Jul 8, 2013 |
Aug 26, 2013 |
Briarcliff Campus |
$225.00 |
Victor Bian
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Confucius Institute: Mandarin Chinese II |
| This course is the continuation of Mandarin Chinese I, aimed at further developing basic proficiency in Mandarin Chinese. Conversational and reading activities will focus on common social tasks such as shopping, eating out, making polite comments or apologies, etc. Aspects of Chinese culture will be introduced through communicative exercises. This class is suitable for those who have completed Mandarin Chinese I or those with rudimentary speaking or reading skills in Mandarin. Prerequisite: Mandarin Chinese I or rudimentary speaking or reading skills in Mandarin. |
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CICHIN2 (09JUL13)
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Jul 9, 2013 |
Aug 27, 2013 |
Briarcliff Campus |
$225.00 |
Xuegang Ao
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Confucius Institute: Travel to China - Cultural Kaleidoscope |
| This course is designed for those who plan to travel to China, either as a tourist or for business. It introduces the basics of Chinese language, culture and practical resources for traveling in China. Participants will not only enhance their understanding of Chinese society and customs, but also acquire important skills that will come in handy while traveling in China. |
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CITRAVELCH (08JUL13)
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Jul 8, 2013 |
Aug 26, 2013 |
Briarcliff Campus |
$175.00 |
Xuegang Ao
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Confucius Institute: Mandarin Chinese III |
| Mandarin Chinese III is a continuation of Mandarin Chinese II. The objective of the class is to further develop students’ proficiency in Mandarin Chinese. It aims to enhance the learner’s communicative ability in daily situations through intensive practice in listening and speaking. Expansion of vocabulary and basic sentence patterns will help students build a foundation for effective communication. Prerequisite: Mandarin Chinese II or those with intermediate speaking or reading skills in Mandarin. An additional $20 will be added to the tuition for textbooks. |
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Secrets to Successful Business with China: Cultural Awareness |
| While doing business in China is becoming a norm for global business, not everyone is prepared for the cultural challenges. A recent study by Accenture revealed that miscommunication and a lack of cross-cultural understanding can hinder the effectiveness of global sourcing. The study also found that cross-cultural communication will continue to present the main challenge to realizing global sourcing’s full potential for the foreseeable future, affecting productivity by up to 26%.
You don’t have to be one of those statistics.
In this China-specific course you will identify concrete tools to improve communication, preserve harmony more effectively, and build connections with Chinese colleagues, which facilitates better business and more revenue. Show respect and win over your Chinese colleagues with knowledge of Chinese history, important events, cultural protocols and daily life. Learn the secrets of saving face, how hierarchy is viewed in both cultures, how to interpret indirect messages and maximize virtual communication. This course not only identifies cultural challenges, but provides solutions and strategies for improving every day work processes. Come and hear case studies, see slides of China and get the inside scoop. Get ready to work successfully with the world’s next economic giant, and grow your cultural fluency with China from good to great.
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