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Chinese language courses can help you learn pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and writing systems like simplified and traditional characters. You can build skills in conversational fluency, reading comprehension, and cultural nuances that enhance communication. Many courses introduce tools such as language learning apps, online dictionaries, and character recognition software, which support your practice and help you apply your skills in everyday situations.

Popular Chinese Language Courses and Certifications


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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Culture, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.4K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    Learning Chinese : Start From Scratch (零到一學中文)

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Vocabulary, Grammar, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    553 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    中级商务汉语(入职与营销篇)

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Business Communication, Marketing, Customer Complaint Resolution, Customer Service, Business Ethics, Customer Support, Marketing Strategies, Product Marketing, Product Knowledge, Product Demonstration, New Hire Orientations, Vocabulary, Greeting Customers, Oral Expression, Recruitment, Product Promotion, Employee Onboarding, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Competency

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    150 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Xi'an Jiaotong University

    中国哲学经典著作导读

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Aesthetics, Ancient History, Culture, Political Sciences

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    277 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Nanjing University

    Translation in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Language Learning, English Language, Writing, Grammar, Cultural Sensitivity

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    257 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    现代汉语核心语法

    Skills you'll gain: Grammar, Vocabulary, Language Competency, Language Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    102 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    竞争策略(中文版)

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Partnership, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Product Strategy, Game Theory, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Strategy, New Product Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Dynamics, Go To Market Strategy, Product Design, Innovation, Market Analysis, Coordination

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    500 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    中级商务汉语——商务活动篇

    Skills you'll gain: Outbound Calls, Telephone Skills, Business Communication, Market Research, Business Marketing, Hotels and Accommodations, Guest Relations, Business Correspondence, Travel Arrangements, Oral Expression, Events and Conferences, Cultural Sensitivity, Negotiation, Language Competency, Customer Relationship Building, Presentations, Vocabulary

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    63 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Descubre el Chino Mandarín: Aprendizaje desde cero

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Language Competency, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    95 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Business Chinese 1 中级汉语 (上)

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension, Business Communication, Language Learning, Vocabulary, Collaboration, Booking (Sales), Grammar, Time Management, Hotels and Accommodations, Critical Thinking

    1.7
    Rating, 1.7 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Chinese Characters for beginner (2) 汉字(2)

    Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, English Language, Literacy, Language Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    200 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    是誰在說話 -- 可愛的臺灣。(Intermediate Chinese)

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Grammar, Literacy, Oral Comprehension, Culture, Storytelling, Cultural Diversity, Public History

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    202 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular chinese language courses

  • Mandarin Chinese 1: Chinese for Beginners: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Learning Chinese : Start From Scratch (零到一學中文): National Taiwan University
  • 中级商务汉语(入职与营销篇): Peking University
  • 中国哲学经典著作导读: Xi'an Jiaotong University
  • Translation in Practice: Nanjing University
  • 现代汉语核心语法: Peking University
  • 竞争策略(中文版): Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • 中级商务汉语——商务活动篇: Peking University
  • Descubre el Chino Mandarín: Aprendizaje desde cero: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Business Chinese 1 中级汉语 (上): Shanghai Jiao Tong University

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