CHIN 4406 - Readings in Chinese History and Business Culture

(crosslisted) CAPS 4406
(GB) Satisfies Option 1.

Fall. 4 credits. Letter grades only (no audit).

Prerequisite: Two years (on heritage track) or three years of Chinese or equivalent. Permission of instructor required. Enrollment limited to: 20 students. Co-meets with CHIN 6606.

Z. Chen.

This course is designed for those who have studied Mandarin to the advanced level (or equivalent). The course aims to continuously improve students’ Chinese proficiency while, at the same time, preparing them for studying or working in a Chinese native environment. Along with the growth of Chinese economy, issues on Chinese business and economy become a hot topic. Following this trend, authentic Chinese materials selected from a variety of sources will be introduced in class to enhance students’ Chinese professional skills and promote their understanding of the macro and micro business environment as well as the economic history, present, and future of China and its partners in the global economy.