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Mandarin Courses

Mandarin courses can help you learn pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills. You can build proficiency in reading and writing Chinese characters, understanding cultural nuances, and engaging in everyday dialogues. Many courses introduce tools like language apps for practice, flashcards for vocabulary retention, and online platforms for immersive listening experiences. These resources enhance your ability to communicate effectively in Mandarin, whether for travel, business, or personal enrichment.


Popular Mandarin Courses and Certifications


  • T

    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
    ·
    54 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    National Taiwan University

    現代文學導讀:詩、散文、小說

    Skills you'll gain: Liberal Arts, Writing, Storytelling, Aesthetics, World History

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    50 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    The amazing world of the ethnic groups of Yunnan Province

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Culture, English Language, Cultural Diversity, Liberal Arts, Performing Arts, Diversity Awareness, Anthropology, Intercultural Competence, Social Studies, Music, Demography

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Language Learning, Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Culture, Writing and Editing, Language Competency, Research, Writing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Chino básico: Lenguaje y cultura empresarial

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Language Learning, Setting Appointments, Oral Expression, Cultural Sensitivity, Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, Communication, Travel Arrangements, Hotels and Accommodations, Business Communication, Vocabulary, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Competency, Business Correspondence, Constructive Feedback, Scheduling, Hospitality, Greeting Customers, Presentations

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    515 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • H

    Harvard Business Review

    Communicate with Polish

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Data Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Concision, Business Writing, Grammar, Storytelling, Organizational Skills

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    National Taiwan University

    史記 (Shi Ji)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, Liberal Arts, World History, Culture, Storytelling, Formal Learning, Writing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    212 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    National Taiwan University

    中國古代歷史與人物:秦始皇(Qin Shi Huang)

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, World History, Art History, Liberal Arts, Case Studies, Cultural Responsiveness, Political Sciences, Governance

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    228 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Peking University

    中级商务汉语(入职与营销篇)

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Product Knowledge, Business Communication, Marketing, Oral Expression, Product Demonstration, Marketing Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Customer Service, Business Writing, Business Ethics, Oral Comprehension, Advertising, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Consumer Behaviour

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    150 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Nanjing University

    Translation in Practice

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

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    257 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Telephone Language

    Skills you'll gain: Telephone Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Professionalism, English Language, Communication

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    102 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    Mandarin Chinese for Intermediate Learners: Part 1

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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    121 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular mandarin courses

  • Classics of Chinese Humanities: Guided Readings: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • 現代文學導讀:詩、散文、小說: National Taiwan University
  • The amazing world of the ethnic groups of Yunnan Province: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Learn Spanish: Basic Spanish Vocabulary: University of California, Davis
  • Chino básico: Lenguaje y cultura empresarial: Arizona State University
  • Communicate with Polish: Harvard Business Review
  • 史記 (Shi Ji): National Taiwan University
  • 中國古代歷史與人物:秦始皇(Qin Shi Huang): National Taiwan University
  • 中级商务汉语(入职与营销篇): Peking University
  • Translation in Practice: Nanjing University

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