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Chinese for Beginners Courses

Chinese for beginners courses can help you learn basic vocabulary, sentence structure, pronunciation, and essential characters. You can build skills in conversational phrases, listening comprehension, and reading simple texts. Many courses introduce tools like language apps and online dictionaries that aid in practicing speaking and writing. You'll also explore cultural aspects that enhance your understanding of the language, making it easier to connect with native speakers and navigate everyday situations.

Popular Chinese for Beginners Courses and Certifications


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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Business English: Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Target Audience, Business Analysis, Business Communication, Communication Strategies, Communication, Analysis, English Language, Strategic Communication, Business Writing, Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Competency, Writing, Language Learning, Grammar

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Chino básico: Lenguaje y cultura empresarial

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Telephone Skills, Language Learning, Oral Expression, Language Competency, Hotels and Accommodations, Culture, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Setting Appointments, Spanish Language, Video Production, Business Communication, Travel Arrangements, Cultural Diversity, Hospitality, Vocabulary, Food Services, Intercultural Competence, Oral Comprehension

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Business English for Cross-cultural Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Business Communication, Language Competency, Oral Expression, English Language, Intercultural Competence, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Management, Business Writing, Business, Culture, Vocabulary, Cultural Sensitivity, Writing

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    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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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tsinghua University

    Just Reading and Writing English 1

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Learning Strategies, Stress Management, Language Learning, English Language, Literacy, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Higher Education

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Voxy

    Beginner English: Times, Dates, and Numbers

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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    English to Describe Me and My Daily Routines

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    中國園林文學 (一) (Chinese Garden Literature (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Art History, Aesthetics, Ancient History, Liberal Arts, Design Elements And Principles, Writing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    中医汉语

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Literacy, Behavioral Health, Health Care, Preventative Care, Vocabulary, Nutrition and Diet, General Medicine, Language Competency, Ancient History, Language Learning, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Writing

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Trello for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Agile Methodology, Workflow Management, Prioritization, Collaborative Software, Project Management Software, Organizational Skills, Lean Methodologies, Project Management, Administration

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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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, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Vocabulary, Collaboration, Grammar, Travel Arrangements, Time Management, Hotels and Accommodations, Critical Thinking

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese for Intermediate Learners: Capstone Project

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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Business English: Basics: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Chino básico: Lenguaje y cultura empresarial: Arizona State University
  • Business English for Cross-cultural Communication: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Translation in Practice: Nanjing University
  • Just Reading and Writing English 1: Tsinghua University
  • Beginner English: Times, Dates, and Numbers: Voxy
  • English to Describe Me and My Daily Routines: Arizona State University
  • 中國園林文學 (一) (Chinese Garden Literature (1)): National Taiwan University
  • 中医汉语: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Trello for Beginners: Coursera

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