CHI2460

Chinese business communication, part 2

Lijian Hong

4 points
* Second semester
* Clayton
* Prerequisites: a pass in CHI2450
* Prohibitions: CHI1480/CHI2480/CHI3480

Objectives Students must complete both parts one (CHI2450) and two in order to develop the ability to write formal correspondence using appropriate business vocabulary; a knowledge of mainland Chinese business practices; the oral/aural ability for formal and informal modes of communication across a range of social and business contexts.

Synopsis This subject develops practical writing and oral skills used in Chinese business and commerce in contemporary China, Taiwan and Hong Kong. Students enrolled in stream F (Chinese for dialect speakers) cannot take this subject as an elective.

Assessment Examination (2 hours): 30%
* Oral examinations: 30%
* Two written tests: 30%
* seminar participation: 10%

Prescribed texts

Business Chinese 500 latest edn, Foreign Languages Press
Xu Zhujun Practical writing for foreigners living in China Sinolingua