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Chinese is one of the most useful languages in the world today. It is the common language for Greater China (China, Taiwan, HK, Macao and Singapore) with ¼ of the world's population! It is also one of the 5 official languages of the United Nations, and one of the 7 languages that the Department of State has determined to be critical to the national security of USA.


Chinese: Your passport to new career opportunities

Today, China is a new star in the global economy; it is both the "world factory" and one of the largest markets. The stunning development in China creates an opportunity of a lifetime for the young generation. If you have missed the Japanese surge in the 80's, you don't definitely want to miss this one!

China is Florida's largest trade partner in the world outside of Latin America, and Florida is the biggest transshipment base for Chinese products to Latin America. These business activities have naturally stimulated need for local professionals to learn Chinese.

In China, American industry leaders are deeply involved in the business there. These firms need business-savvy US managers with knowledge of Chinese language and culture. Interestingly, there is a trend for Chinese companies to hire foreign managers and put them in important positions.

All of these facts provide great opportunities for American professionals especially for new MBAs to start their careers at a relatively high level. But never forget language is the key to these opportunities.


Chinese: Your access to new knowledge and fun in life

China is a mysterious nation with one of the oldest & richest cultures. Mastering the Chinese language, you will find yourself understanding a different world, broadening your vision and knowledge, and giving you a new way of thinking and new access to alternatives.

There is a lot of fun in learning the language. Chinese culture has 5000 years of history, so you will always find a Chinese subject that interests you, such as martial arts, Chinese philosophy, Chinese food, and of course touring in China is fun as well.

In China, you will find yourself often at the center of attention. Chinese adore American people and products, so you will be flattered there. This creates additional opportunities if you are entrepreneurial-oriented. There are uncountable cases that foreign entrepreneurs found ways to become rich due to their exotic background in this business-hungry, stunning, changing nation.


Support from China

In response to the demand for learning Chinese, FIU has signed an Agreement with Chinese Ministry of Education, under which,

  • China has donated 1,000 books/CDs to FIU. They will also import discounted textbooks for our students.
  • FIU is one of the 6 US HSK centers. HSK is the official Chinese test that is required by universities and firms in China. The test will be held in October. Please contact us for more information.
  • FIU is negotiating with large enterprises in China to sponsor a Scholarship for FIU students to learn Chinese and complete their required internship at prestigious companies in China.


Learning Chinese at FIU

As an optional language at FIU with 3-5 credits for each course, Chinese is taught in several levels.

  • Chinese I (for beginners)
  • Chinese II
  • Intermediate Chinese
  • Chinese V
  • Business Chinese (including language, cross-culture, and business in China)

The Study Abroad program will be in full gear this Fall. Students should contact Christine for more info.
 

Questions?

For more information, please contact:
 

Liza Carbajo, Director
Office of Education Abroad
Florida International University
University Park, DM 441
Miami, FL  33199
Email:  Liza.Carbajo@fiu.edu
T: 305-348-1913 / F: 305-348-1941
http://educationabroad.fiu.edu

 

Course Offerings

 

CHI 1130 Chinese I (5). Provides training in the acquisition and application of basic language skills.

CHI 1131 Chinese II (5). Provides training in the acquisition and application of basic language skills.

CHI 2200 Intermediate Chinese (3). Provides intermediate training in the acquisition and application of basic language skills. Prerequisites: One year prior study at college level or permission of the instructor.

CHI 2201 Intermediate Chinese II (3). To improve students’ speaking, writing, listening, reading skills in Chinese. Students learn how to use useful expressions of experience and thought. Prerequisites: CHI 2200 or permission of the instructor.

CHI 3440 Business Chinese (3). Introduces the culture, economy, and commerce of present-day China.  Emphasis will be placed on various business situational dialogues and communicative writing.
 

 
 

University Park Campus, Deuxieme Maison (DM) 499, Miami, FL 33199 Ph: (305) 348-2851