60 Part-time Short courses in Asian Studies

In this Entering China - Setting Up A Representation Office course from Institute for China Studies you will learn the organizational, personnel, legal and compliance aspects of setting up a Representative Office in Mainland China. 

In the Labor Law Compliance in China course from Institute for China Studies, you will explore the intersection of labor rights, diversity and inclusion, supply chain responsibility, and community engagement, equipping participants with the tools to navigate both regulatory requirements and societal expectations.

In the Improving Sales Via Industry Analysis In China course from Institute for China Studies you will develop a better understanding of how to define China’s dynamic industry environment, identify current and expected future industry developments, and master tools, techniques, and best practices to perform industry analysis.

In this Structuring Employment Contracts In China course from Institute for China Studies you will develop a deeper understanding of the different types of employment contracts related to individual, collective and parttime employment, as well as the requirements for conclusion of these types of contracts. 

Lower Elementary Japanese at International House is a course for students who have already completed a Beginners course.

Elementary Mandarin at International House is a course for students who have already studied some Mandarin.

This key introductory Beginners' Chinese module at The Open University UK will take you through a wide range of practical situations such as socialising, shopping and getting around.

Learn Intermediate Chinese in this Learn Mandarin Chinese - Intermediate Specialization offered by Coursera in partnership with Shanghai Jiao Tong University. Learn and practice Mandarin Chinese in real-life situations with ease and fun.

The Learn Chinese - HSK Test Preparation Specialization offered by Coursera in partnership with Peking University consists of three elementary language courses, aims to improve your Chinese language skills effectively and systematically. 

Boston University offers the First-Semester Chinese programme.

Beijing Institute of Technology offers the BIT Chinese Language and Multicultural Practice programme.

In the Modern Japan - Culture and Society course offered by Dalarna University, students will examine various aspects of the Japanese society, in the broadest sense of the word, from both insiders’ and outsiders’ points of view.

This Elementary Chinese 2 online course at The Open University UK takes you further on your journey towards learning Chinese, one of the world’s most exciting languages. 

Having embarked on the road to learning Mandarin Chinese, and being able to speak and understand some common topics, you may wish to continue your learning of this fascinating language. If so, this Beginners Chinese 3 course at The Open University UK will be an ideal opportunity to do just that.

Beginners Mandarin at International House is a course for students who have never studied the language before.

Upper-Intermediate Korean at International House is a course for students who have studied the Korean language to a high level and wish to work on fluency.

Elementary Korean at International House is a course designed for students who have already completed a Beginners course or have a basic foundation in Korean, and can recognise and use the Korean alphabet (Hangeul).

In the Better Understanding Market Dynamics In China course from Institute for China Studies you will explore developments in the Political, Economic, Social, Technological, Legal and Environmental domains, on national, provincial and regional levels to determine the influence on your market of interest.

In this Expanding In China - Setting Up A Branch Office course from Institute for China Studies you will learn about the roles and responsibilities of representatives at both the parent company and branch level, the management of company seals, and the accounting and tax frameworks applicable to each type of branch office.

The Japanese Club at International House is an intermediate to advanced face-to-face course designed for students who have been studying Japanese for some time and would like to continue developing their fluency and cultural awareness.