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Mandarin Chinese Level 1 (edX)

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Mandarin Chinese Level 1 (edX)

Mandarin Chinese is rapidly becoming one of the top languages to learn, especially for business. Learnbasic language skills for business scenarios in Mandarin-speaking countries. Chinese is, without a doubt, the most spoken language on the planet. Learning Chinese will help your company or organization break into the biggest market on the planet. Being able to properly and correctly introduce yourself in Chinese will help you open the door to a whole new world.

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Mandarin Chinese Level 1will introduce you to the basic language skills you will need to eat, live, and get around in Mandarin speaking countries, building your confidence to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients and friends in Chinese.

If you enroll in the verified track, you will be able to participate in the Webinar lectured by Dr. Estella Y. Chen, who will lead the discussion with a wide variety of popular topics to accompany you to the world of chinese business culture and trend.
What's more, in the verified track, we'll give you three pronunciation lessons that will help you communicate more smoothly and effectively in a business environment.
Since this is a language course, we recommend taking this course with a friend or group of friends. Practicing with others by speaking the language will help you learn it more effectively.
Additionally, Mandarin is a tonal language, which means that in order to truly master it, you will need to say the words out loud! Join the community of over 900 million native Mandarin speakers and start learning today!
This course is part of the Mandarin Communication Professional Certificate.

What you'll learn:

  • Basic spoken Mandarin phrases and vocabulary for everyday life
  • The importance of proper "tones" in Mandarin
  • Essential and most practical communication skills
  • Develop your Chinese language skills in a business environment
  • Build your confidence to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients and friends in Chinese
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