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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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    National Taiwan University

    中國園林文學 (二) (Chinese Garden Literature (2))

    Skills you'll gain: Aesthetics, Public History, Art History, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Creativity, Storytelling, Writing, Design

    Beginner · 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, Intercultural Competence

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    C++程序设计

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C (Programming Language), File Management, Algorithms, Data Structures, Maintainability, Software Design, Scalability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    812 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    National Taiwan University

    紅樓夢(The Red Chamber Dream)

    Skills you'll gain: World History, Liberal Arts, Culture, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Storytelling, Interpersonal Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Peking University

    Chinese Characters for beginner (3) 汉字(3)

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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    商务英语课程 Business English

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Purchasing, Meeting Facilitation, Employee Coaching, English Language, Business Writing, Selling Techniques, Business Communication, Telephone Skills, Active Listening, Taking Meeting Minutes, Brainstorming, Presentations, Promotional Materials, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Business Leadership, Product Planning, Auditing, Marketing Budgets

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    46 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Chino básico: La etiqueta social en los negocios

    Skills you'll gain: Setting Appointments, Telephone Skills, Language Learning, Cultural Sensitivity, Vocabulary, Business Communication, Scheduling, Greeting Customers, Oral Expression, Professional Networking

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    87 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    中國人文經典導讀

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Ancient History, Literacy, Culture, Language Learning, Political Sciences, Social Studies, Liberal Arts

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Understand and Be Understood on the Phone

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Oral Comprehension, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Competency

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    62 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese 3: Chinese for Beginners

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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    326 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese for Intermediate Learners: Part 3

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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Art History, Aesthetics, Culture, World History, Liberal Arts, Cultural Diversity, Storytelling, Writing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • 中國園林文學 (二) (Chinese Garden Literature (2)): National Taiwan University
  • Mandarin Chinese for Intermediate Learners: Capstone Project: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • C++程序设计: Peking University
  • 紅樓夢(The Red Chamber Dream): National Taiwan University
  • Chinese Characters for beginner (3) 汉字(3): Peking University
  • 商务英语课程 Business English: Arizona State University
  • Chino básico: La etiqueta social en los negocios: Arizona State University
  • 中國人文經典導讀: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Lesson | Understand and Be Understood on the Phone: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Mandarin Chinese 3: Chinese for Beginners: Shanghai Jiao Tong University

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