Vietnamese Language Course

Description

Founded in 2003, Vietnam Language Centre is a subsidiary of Vietnam Global Network, a Singapore-based consulting firm which promotes and offers assistance in trade and investment, education and training in Vietnam, Singapore and the Asia Pacific region.

Vietnam Language Centre has been providing quality translation and interpretation services in Singapore and the region. Our anchor clients include prestigious companies and professional institutions in Vietnam, Singapore and the region.

We are also engaged in language coaching for business people and professionals who wish to acquire Vietnamese language skills. Among our class participants are current and prospective country managers and chief representatives of Singapore-based companies/institutions having business with Vietnam.

Highlights

Vietnamese 3-in-1: A Business, Culture and Language Course

Why Vietnam?

Vietnam is one of the worlds fastest growing economies with many thriving opportunities. Its attractive business and investment continues to lure entrepreneurs and investors from all over the world.

Why Vietnamese?

Language is not just a skill. It is an asset. Mastering Vietnamese will help you better understand its people, gain a deeper insight into its culture, and broaden your perspective on the country for personal interest and employment and business opportunities.

About the language:

Vietnamese is the official language in Vietnam and is spoken by about 90 million people in Vietnam and 3 millions living overseas. It is a monosyllabic and tonal language with many influences from Chinese. Its Romanized alphabet was devised in the 17th century by Western missionaries.

About the course:

This business-oriented and culture-inspired language course is to help participants learn Vietnamese in a practical and integrated approach. By the end of the course, participants will acquire basic language skills of speaking, listening, reading and writing. They will also broaden their knowledge of Vietnamese people and culture and better understand the complexities of business and investment environment in Vietnam.

About the instructor:

Mr. Le Huu Huy has been teaching Vietnamese for several private and public institutions in Singapore which include the Centre for Language Studies at the National University of Singapore (NUS). According to his students, he has been able to fuse the Asian and Singapore cultures with that of the Vietnamese so as to help them better understand the language and culture of Vietnam.

Mr. Le holds a Master of Arts in Southeast Asian Studies from NUS; a Bachelor of Arts in French Language from the University of Hochiminh City, Vietnam. A well-rounded language practitioner, he is proficient in Vietnamese, English and French and can communicate in some other European and Asian languages.

Mr. Le is also a marketing and business consultant with varied educational and professional background and proven track record in Vietnam, Singapore and other countries in the region.

Methodology:

The instructor will adopt an integrated approach using role-plays, pair-works, group-work and other interactive activities. Participants will learn the disciplined but fun way and are immersed in Vietnamese culture. Language skills will be developed through class-based tutorials and homework. Participant will have an insight of Vietnamese cultural elements through reading materials, guides and books and Q&A in class.

Course description:

The first lesson is an introduction to Vietnamese language. The instructor will present the most distinct features of Vietnamese that differ from English in pronunciation, such as form, pitch and tone. Then is followed by 9 lessons, which include topics as Greetings and Making acquaintance, Languages and Nationalities, Profession & Workplace, Date and Time, etc. Each of the two and a half hours unit spanning on one lesson will comprise the following elements:

- Vocabulary
- Conversation
- Activities for Comprehension
- Linguistic & Cultural Notes
- Grammar & Structures
- Practice Exercises
- Vietnamese Proverb or Saying

Course Content:

Lesson 1: Introduction to Vietnamese Language
Lesson 2: Greetings & Making Acquaintance
Lesson 3: Languages & Nationalities
Lesson 4: Profession & Workplace
Lesson 5: Date and time
Lesson 6: Talking about Family
Lesson 7: Food Culture
Lesson 8: Weather
Lesson 9: Asking for directions
Lesson 10: Jobs and business

Certification:

- A Certificate of Attendance will be awarded to participant with a minimum 70 percent of attendance.
- A Certificate of Completion will be awarded to participant with a minimum 70 percent of attendance and 80 percent of required homework done.

Extra benefits from the course:

Throughout the course, class participants will also get

- Free software for typing Vietnamese and doing interactive writing homework
- Free dictionary software which facilitates reading, listening and speaking
- Free consultancy on how to do business with Vietnam
- Free course materials and other regularly updated reading materials