Shanghai, China

Since 2007

Learning Chinese can be easy, fast and full of fun!

SN Mandarin, Shanghai Business School

SNMANDARIN,SHANGHAI BUSINESS SCHOOL BROCHURE

SN Mandarin,

Shanghai Business

School

Welcomes You!

LEARN CHINESE CAN BE EASY, FAST AND FUN! WWW.SNMANDARIN.COM

Welcome to SN Mandarin --- a highly recommended and professional Chinese Language School based in Shanghai since 2007.

Authorized to offer 6-12-month

Student Visa (X/F Visa with

Multiple-Entry), SN Mandarin

features innovative and efficient

courses materials, fair prices,

experienced teachers,

communicative teaching

methodology and friendly and

supportive services.

With SNM you will find

experienced teachers who

understand well how to engage

students with their own

different backgrounds and

mindsets to plan best to

improve their actual Chinese

language skills in listening,

speaking, reading and writing as

well as their cultural knowledge.

Since 2007, SN Mandarin has

been providing quality Chinese

language study programs

including Semester Chinese

Study Programs: Language

Focus, Language & Culture

Immersion, Business Focus,

Comprehensive Chinese

Course and Customized

Training Services.

SNMANDARIN 撰稿人： [文章作者]

“If you are looking for a school with

smaller classes, high quality teaching, and

the ability to adapt and make changes

according to your personal learning

requirements then I would highly

recommend SNMandarin….”

Warren Harbutt from the UK

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We’re passionate about language learning. That’s why we’re constantly reviewing the latest trends and methodology in the field.

All academic staff from SN Mandarin participates in the research and development of our programs to ensure that the latest theories of language learning are considered and tested throughout our centers.

The following points are fundamental to our language learning system:

SN Mandarin

Learning System Latest Materials

We’re constantly reviewing the latest materials available for language

learning.

We provide you with what our

academic team and first-hand teaching experiences proved as being the very

best course books currently available for your level. We are also committed

to providing the latest technology inside

the classroom.

We utilize the most cutting edge

audio, video and web based resources.

We are proud of and committed to the cultural exchange that happens within our centers. As you ‘learn and live the language’ you will gain a greater understanding of the country that you are studying in. And as our students come from all over the world, our centers are not just places to learn languages, but are also places to meet people from other backgrounds and cultures. This is why our students find our program to be such an enriching experience.

Latest Materials

We’re constantly reviewing the latest materials available for language learning.

We provide you with what our academic team and our first-hand teaching experiences proved as being the very best course books currently available for your level. We are also committed to providing the latest technology inside the classroom.

We utilize the most cutting edge audio, video and web based resources.

Language Immersion We believe that the best way to learn a

language is to study in the country

where the language is spoken. We want

you to immerse yourself in the culture or

as we say, ‘live the language’.

This is the most efficient and satisfying

way to learn the language, and remains at

the core of SNM’s language learning

system.

SNM Levels

Upon arrival at any SNM school, we’ll give you a comprehensive language level test so we ensure you go straight into the right level for you. SNM levels have been closely matched against the Common European Framework, and HSK Chinese Level Test.

To move up to the next SNM level you need to master our specific ‘level objectives’, which you can demonstrate by test scores and class participation.

Quality Teachers

We understand that our students’ single most identifiable measure of program quality is the teacher. That’s why at SNM we only work with the very best teachers and full-timely; fully qualified with country specific teaching credentials, experienced and highly motivated. We have a systematic program of teacher development and performance evaluation.

Cultural Exchange

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OUR

TEACHERS

We know that a great teacher who loves his job is essential to a productive and enjoyable learning experience. That’s why SN Mandarin chooses only the best and keeps regular internal training and learning among all teachers and tutors.

STANDARD

All our teachers are native Chinese with accurate and standard Chinese pronunciation

LOVE

All of our teachers love their job and their students

PROFESSIONAL

All of our teachers are experienced and professional in teaching Chinese as foreign language

EDUCATION BACKGROUND

All our teachers are holding an academic degree in language teaching

FRIENDLY

All our teachers are ready to offer help to our students if needed, as relocation, travel planning, translation…

CREATIVE

All our teachers are energetic and creative to make the classes enjoyable and efficient

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Chinese Language Courses

1. Essential Chinese Courses

Want to learn Chinese but don’t know where to start? This course is specifically designed for beginners to learn the most essential Chinese quickly and effectively. We focus on Chinese usable in everyday life, and our teaching methods will help you build a strong foundation for mastering the Chinese language. We have developed a unique curriculum to teach beginners the four building blocks of language – to understand, speak, read, and write.

2. Comprehensive Courses

Looking to progress your Chinese

language skills efficiently and

effectively? Build on your current

level with experienced teachers who

deliver well-rounded lessons. No

matter your current level, solidify

and advance all your Chinese

language abilities – to understand,

speak, read and write – with a

comprehensive curriculum.

3. Business Chinese Course

Looking to use Chinese in professional setting? Impress clients, coworkers, or employers with your fluency in all things business – from daily usage to interviews and presentations. This course is designed for individuals who already know elementary Chinese (~HSK 3) and can hold basic Chinese conversation.

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4. HSK Exam Preparation Course

Focused on passing the Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi (HSK) standard Chinese language proficiency test? Using our thorough understanding of the HSK test levels and format, we have developed targeted curricula to help students at every level pass the HSK test. In addition to our solid Chinese lessons, we teach effective studying and testing techniques, and provide ancillary services

Full Immersion & Visa Programs

The semester study in Shanghai

programs are designed to provide

comprehensive language, culture and

business immersion experiences

which will help you prepare for your

future and achieve internationally

recognized qualifications.

2-12-Month Student Visa Offered!

1. Chinese Language Focus

Focused on learning Chinese? Choose between our intensive (6 lessons/day) and regular (3 lessons/day) programs to take Chinese lessons daily (5 days/week) to master the Chinese language. Classes are available for all levels of Chinese.

2. Language & Cultural Immersion

Interested in learning the Chinese language while being immersed in Chinese culture? We designed this dynamic and engaging program for you to learn not only Chinese language, but to also understand the rich Chinese culture. With thousands of years of history, the Chinese culture is heavily intertwined with daily life. In order to truly understand the Chinese, one must experience history and daily cultural events.

3. Language & Business Focus

COURSES &

PROGRAMS

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Want to position yourself to succeed

doing business in China? We have

designed a unique program that

allows you to learn Chinese while

learning about China’s dynamic

business environment. In order to

succeed doing business in China, one

must understand these nuances.

This program will give you exposure

to doing business in today’s China,

and prepare you for your own

ventures.

※Optional internship

In order to truly experience working in China, we also provide internship (paid and unpaid) matching and placement services.

Standalone Skills

1. iTalk Conversational Chinese

Interested in holding seamless conversations in Chinese, but short on time? This course is perfect for individuals who may not have a lot of time (e.g., short-term business trips, travels), but wish to learn to converse in Chinese.

2. iSpeak Accurate Pronunciation

Want to sound like a native Chinese speaker? Most people do not believe foreigners can ever sound like native Chinese speakers, however we have proven otherwise. Due to popular demand, we have designed a special pronunciation course and helped clients overcome all of the following:

Inability to differentiate tones Inability to remember different tones

Strong foreign accents

3. iRead Character & Reading

Know how to speak Chinese, but wish you could master

those complex Chinese characters? This course is for you!

Our experienced teachers understand the common difficulties that prevent non-native Chinese from learning to read Chinese, and developed unique curricula to address these challenges.

4. iWrite Blog & Essay Always dreamed of being able to blog or write essays in Chinese? Turn that dream into a reality with our focused writing course. Whether you are trying to increase business through social media, or trying to pass the HSK 6, learn to impress others with your writing ability. This course is designed for individuals who already know elementary Chinese (~HSK 3) and can read and write basic Chinese characters.

5. Shanghainese Language Course

As you may have noticed, speaking the local dialect can be an advantage to building business relationships and greatly benefit your local life in Shanghai. In just 20 lessons, Shanghainese Course offers a proven possibility to learn Shanghainese easily and

learn to effectively converse with locals in Shanghainese.

Custom Study Packages

1. Private 1-on-1

Private Chinese lessons are the most

effective and efficient way to learn

Chinese. Lessons are customized

entirely to your needs, and can be a

mix of any of our offerings. Our

experienced teachers will assess

your needs and develop a

customized study plan to help you

reach your goals

2. Group (up to 6)

Custom group lessons are available for groups of up to 6 individuals. Lessons are customized entirely to your group’s needs, and can be a mix of any of our offerings. Our experienced teachers will assess your group’s needs and develop a customized study plan to help your group reach its goals.

COURSES &

PROGRAMS

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Your Level and what You Can Achieve

SNM levels have been closely matched against

the Common European Framework, and HSK Chinese Level Test.

To move up to the next SNM level you need to master our specific ‘level objectives’, which you can demonstrate by test

scores and class participation.

For guidance on your level and what you can achieve, please see the diagram and the levels description

SNM Levels Common European

Framework HSK Levels

Beginner Level

Level A1

HSK Level 1

can understand and use very simple Chinese

phrases, meet basic needs for communication and

possess the ability to further their Chinese language

studies.

Elementary

Level Level A2

HSK Level 2

have an excellent grasp of basic Chinese and can

communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring

a simple and direct exchange of information on

familiar and routine matters.

Lower

Intermediate Level B1

HSK Level 3

can communicate in Chinese at a basic level in their

daily, academic and professional lives. They can

manage most communication in Chinese when

travelling in China

Intermediate

Level Level B2

HSK Level 4

can converse in Chinese on a wide range of topics

and are able to communicate fluently with native

Chinese speakers.

Lower Advanced Level C1

HSK Level 5

can read Chinese newspapers and magazines, enjoy

Chinese films and plays, and give a full-length

speech in Chinese

Advanced Level Level C 2

HSK Level 6

can easily comprehend written and spoken

information in Chinese and can effectively express

themselves in Chinese, both orally and on paper

OUR COURSES

LEVELS

“My partner and i have been with

SN Mandarin school for almost about a year now. When I first spoke with SN Mandarin about the classes, I immediately felt that the school was understanding of our needs and really wanted to help us learn Chinese. Since then, the school and teachers have been very accommodating to our circumstances and adaptive to our skill level. I feel that the teachers are well trained and knowledgeable with the material and different teaching methods We are not yet fluent in Mandarin, but we are still excited to keep learning. Thanks to SN

Mandarin!!”

Anna Milakowsk from Canada

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Full Immersion Programs Semester Starting and Ending Dates:

2015 March 2, 2015- July 3, 2015 (2015 Spring)

September. 7.2015-January 8, 2016 (2015 Fall)

New Daytime Group Course Starting Dates: first Monday of each month

2014 2015

Sept. 15, Oct. 13, Nov. 3 , Dec.1, Jan. 5, Feb.2, Mar.2, Apr.6, May 4 , June 1, July 6

*New Daytime group course starts on the first Monday of each month normally, it may be moved to later Monday if it falls on holidays or group member delay in arrival. Please contact the school for details in advance for latest starting dates.

New Evening Group Course Starting Dates: first week of each month

2014 2015

Sept. 16, Oct. 14, Nov. 4 , Dec.2, Jan. 6, Feb.3, Mar.3, Apr.7, May 5 , June 2, July 7

*New evening group course starts on the first week of each month normally (Schedule as Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday), it may be moved to later week if it falls on holidays or group member delay in arrival. Please contact the school for details in advance for latest starting dates.

New Weekend Group Course Starting Dates: first Saturday of each month

2014 2015

Sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 8 , Dec.13, Jan. 10, Feb.7, Mar.14, Apr.11, May 9 , June 6, July 11

*New evening group course starts on the first week of each month normally (Schedule as Monday & Wednesday or Tuesday & Thursday), it may be moved to later week if it falls on holidays or group member delay in arrival. Please contact the school for details in advance for latest starting dates.

Holidays

2014 Fall Semester 2015 Spring Semester

1, Mid-Autumn Day: Sept.6-8, 2014

2, National Holiday: Oct.1-7, 2014

3, Christmas Holiday: Dec. 23-25, 2014

4, New Year’s Day: Jan. 1, 2015

1, New Year's Day: Jan.1-3,2015

2, Spring Festival: Feb.19-25, 2015

3, Qingming Festival: April 4-6, 2015

4, May Day: May 1-3, 2015

5,Dragon Boat Festival: June 20-22

6, Mid-Autumn Day: Sept.26-28

7, National Day: Oct. 1 - 7, 2015

The holiday dates 2015 subject Chinese lunar calendar and government arrangement.

DATES 2014-2015

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SN Mandarin offers a dynamic business and language

learning environment. Companies as Altium, Outotec,

EP, Watershed, already trusted SNM and more

companies are contacting for our services.

The content of our classes are in perfect accordance to

our clients’ requests, such as daily communication,

business negotiation, business investigation and

special vocabulary on special work areas like trading,

finance, IT etc…

SN Mandarin is dedicated to deliver the highest return

on language training investment to our clients and we

tailor the training according to your objective and

budget to realize the maximum training results with

minimum budget.

Business Chinese This training course helps your employees to improve their Chinese business

terms and understand better about Chinese business culture and business

etiquettes & manners.

General Chinese This Training course will equip your employee with Chinese skills needed for

numerous purposes – from business trip to socialization purposes.

Job-specific Chinese These highly targeted training emphasizes on effective communication, thus

your staffs only need to learn the language needed for their job functions or

project work.

Customized packages for companies This customized Chinese training program is the ideal way to improve the

Chinese skills of your department, unit or company.

CORPORATE

CHINESE LANGUAGE TRAINING

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Procedure & Methodology

1. Our Account Manager and course consultant analyzes your needs in accordance with your specific requirements and training budget.

2. Design study plans with stages and cost based on collected information. 3. Submit study plans to our client for consideration and approval 4. Conduct classes after approval by our client 5. We provide monthly report to HR including class attendance, performance, and achievement as required. 6. Mid-term and final exams along with certificates in the end as required.

School Facilities SNM classrooms are well equipped to be comfortable and helpful for learning.

WIFI: Free broadband internet is accessible in all classrooms and campuses

PC: Free access to computers Coffee & Tea: Free tea, coffee and purified water are available Air-conditioning: All classrooms are fully air-conditioned

Extra Services:

Visa service and assistance Visa Extension Student Visa Life assistance Accommodation Apartment Rental Getting a Housekeeper/Maid/Ayi

Book Tickets/ Hotel Shopping Assistance Apply Internet Connection Business Consultancy Job Opportunity Recommendation Company Registration Translation

Headhunting

CORPORATE

CHINESE LANGUAGE TRAINING

Design

Analyze

Demo

Approval

Train

Test

Report

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→ Step 1:

Select courses or programs that you are interested in from our existing options or contact for custom packages.

→ Step 2:

Contact us to check the starting dates and available seats

→ Step 3:

Schedule a quick meet, call discussion or visit to discuss and confirm the packages

→ Step 4:

Complete the registration, make the payment, get the study materials and admission documents

→ Step 5:

Apply your visa, if your program supports visa, and start your course or program on the starting dates

※ Visa process takes 3-4 weeks so please contact and submit the documents timely.

※ We provide supports in accommodation, if you need help, please let us know one month in advance so we can arrange

accordingly. Options include: 3-4-Star Hotel, Shared Apartment, Homestay, costing from 3500-4500/person/month

SN Mandarin

Welcomes You! SN Mandarin Villa, No.3, Lane 119, East Tiyuhui Road

Shanghai China

info@snmandarin.com

+86-21-65078056

www.snmandarin.com

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