*OCTOBER INTAKE 2019 APPLICATIONS OPEN*
Important dates
Early-bird discount finishes: 05 July 2019
Application closes: 20 September 2019
Course starts: 05 October 2019
Who is this for?
CLCB is for any individual or business that wants to communicate effectively with Chinese people in business contexts.
View programme brochure
What are the course elements?
| Element | Day | Frequency | Time |
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| Business Mandarin |
Weekday |
Once a week |
18:30-20:30 |
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Intercultural Communications
& Business Masterclass |
Saturday |
Once a month |
10:00-16:00 |
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| Global networking events |
Weekday |
Throughout the course |
Varies |
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| China study trip |
Monday-Friday
(2 weeks in total) |
Once |
Varies |
|---|
What are the programme benefits?
- Be able to engage in conversations in Mandarin Chinese and understand simple texts, with a focus on business contexts
- Understand Chinese communication culture through its linguistic codes, core values and communication styles, digging into topics such as "Guānxì" (relationships) and "Miànzi" (face)
- Expand global contacts from various networking events with high-profile CEOs and like-minded people
- Gain valuable insight into the challenges and opportunities in the Chinese market through a series of China Business Briefings
- Experience authentic Chinese life with optional funded summer study trip in one of the best universities in China, Tsinghua University
Why this programme?
Course introduction
Objectives and values of CLCB for people in business
We understand what it takes to succeed in China and we want to help.
This executive course is designed for leaders to grasp the absolute essentials for effective communication with China, one of the largest markets in the world. Relationship is everything in Chinese culture. This course does not only teach Mandarin at different levels, but it also tackles core cultural nuances that can often make or break a deal. Along with structured content, it offers monthly networking opportunities and communication tactics according to students' specific industries. An optional study trip to Tsinghua University in Beijing with scholarship is available.
Intakes
There are 2 intakes per year for this programme - March and October. Each intake is capped at 30 students in total across 6 levels. Places are offered on a rolling basis. Your place is secured only when your payment is completed.
Indicative weekly Mandarin class timetable for March intake 2019:
- Beginner: Thursday 18:30-20:30
- Pre-intermediate: Wednesday 18:30-20:30
- Advanced: Wednesday 18:30-20:30
Terms and Conditions
Please read the Terms and Conditions carefully before submitting your application.
Referral reward
If you successfully refer someone to register for and enrolled in CLCB, we would like to thank you with cash reward of £100. *T&C and limits apply.
1. Business Mandarin
Delivered by our experienced Mandarin teachers, you will have a combination of face-to-face, online and mobile learning methods to ensure you achieve the best learning outcomes. Our blended teaching approach is communicative and engaging. We understand revision sessions and make-up lessons are key for busy people, therefore this course is designed with such features in place.
2. Intercultural communication & business masterclass
The intercultural communication element of the programme address core values of Chinese culture and its communication styles. In addition, guest speakers at executive level will provide Business Masterclasses to share their unique experiences and advice on doing business in China successfully.
3. Global networking & events
From China Business Briefings to Mid-Autumn Festival celebration, lectures and events are designed to optimise the learning experience and networking opportunities. There are plenty of opportunities for students to mingle with native speakers, as well as connecting with like-minded people in business.
4. China study trip (optional)
The 2-week study trip in Beijing is a series of tailor-made, intensive Chinese language learning. It includes 3 hours of language learning per day, culture talks, weekend field trips and networking events with Chinese counterparts. Your tuition fees, cultural tours and excursion for the study trip are sponsored. We also offer pre-departure training.
Weekly classes happen once a week from 18:30-20:30 (the first half an hour will be revision of the previous class). Full immersion day is on the first Saturday of each month at LSE from 10:00-16:00: Mandarin HSK exam training in the morning, intercultural communications and/or with business masterclass in the afternoon.
Fees and discounts
£2,950 - Full programme cost
£2,507.50 - LSE alumni with a 15% discount
£2,507.50 - Early-bird applications with a 15% discount before 11 Jan 2019
Programme fees include tuition fee and course materials, online learning support, Saturday lunches, wine receptions and all other activities. It also includes administration fees related to the scholarship for the optional study trip to Tsinghua University. CIBL will help you to apply for the scholarship. If you are successful, the tuition fee, cultural tours and excursion in China will be covered by Hanban.
Referral reward
If you successfully refer someone to register for and enrolled in CLCB, we would like to thank you with cash reward of £200.
1. Register online
Please read and confirm that by taking part in the programme, you agree to our Terms and Conditions.
Fill out your application form above to begin your registration.
Once we have received and reviewed your registration, we will notify you to proceed to make a payment with your chosen payment option.
A free consultation with the Programme Director is available for you to ask questions and for us to better understand your goals and objectives. Language assessments are available for applicants who are unsure of their Mandarin level.
Should you have any general enquiries about the programme or application process, please email Joyce Harvey at confucius.business@lse.ac.uk.
2. Make your payment
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Follow this link to the LSE e-shop
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Choose the appropriate programme cost
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Follow the rest of the online instructions to complete the process
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Forward the automatically generated payment confirmation form to confucius.business@lse.ac.uk.