Chinese Courses for Beginners

Build a Strong Foundation in Mandarin for Your Team

Starting Chinese as a beginner is both an exciting and rewarding challenge. The first stage of learning focuses on understanding the building blocks of the language, from the sounds and tones that give Mandarin its musical rhythm, to the characters that form its written system. Unlike alphabet-based languages, Chinese requires learners to develop new skills such as tone recognition and character memorisation, while also learning how meaning is conveyed through word order and context.

Our beginner Chinese courses are structured, engaging and fully supported by experienced tutors who understand how to make this complex language accessible and enjoyable. You will begin by learning Pinyin (the Romanised system used to represent Chinese sounds), essential everyday vocabulary and simple sentence structures. Our tutors will guide you through step-by-step activities to help you practise listening, speaking, reading and writing. We also share practical study techniques, such as tone drills, character tracing and short daily practice routines, to help you retain what you learn. With consistent effort and expert guidance, your team will soon be able to communicate confidently in everyday situations and lay a solid foundation for future progress in Mandarin.

Ready to enhance your team’s Mandarin language skills? Contact us today to discuss your training needs.

How Can Learning Chinese Benefit Your Team?

Mandarin Chinese is one of the most influential languages in global business and diplomacy. As China continues to play a major role in international trade, technology, and innovation, being able to communicate in Chinese provides a powerful professional advantage.

Our beginner Mandarin courses are ideal for employees who want to connect with colleagues, clients, and partners across Chinese-speaking markets. Our tutors have years of experience teaching complete beginners and will help your team develop the skills and confidence needed to use Chinese effectively in practical situations.

Key benefits include:

Essential Communication Skills: Develop core abilities in speaking, listening, reading and writing Mandarin Chinese.
Professional Development: Equip your team to participate in meetings, follow instructions and engage in workplace interactions.
Improved Global Collaboration: Bridge communication gaps with Chinese-speaking colleagues and clients.
Cultural Competence: Gain insight into Chinese customs, etiquette and communication styles.
Increased Confidence: Enable employees to handle everyday situations in Mandarin with ease.

Ready to begin your team’s Chinese learning journey? Get in touch to discuss a tailored beginner course.

Chinese for Beginners: Main Outcomes

Our beginner Chinese courses are designed to ensure your employees develop a strong linguistic and cultural foundation. Programmes are fully tailored to your organisation’s needs, but each one aims to build confidence and practical ability in key areas.

Core outcomes include:

Mastering basic speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.
Understanding the four tones and correct pronunciation.
Learning to read and write essential Chinese characters.
Acquiring fundamental grammar and sentence patterns for daily communication.
Developing cultural awareness for professional and social contexts.

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All our Chinese courses can be delivered online or face-to-face, offering flexibility to match your team’s schedule and preferred learning style.

Our Teaching Methodologies

Our approach to beginner Chinese teaching focuses on clarity, structure and real-life communication. Each session is designed to help learners build confidence and accuracy step by step.

Structured Learning Path: We start with Pinyin and tones before introducing basic characters, ensuring learners can pronounce and recognise words correctly.
Interactive Lessons: Through role plays, listening exercises and guided practice, learners quickly apply what they’ve learned.
Practical Application: From the first lesson, learners begin speaking and understanding Mandarin in everyday scenarios.
Supportive Feedback: Tutors provide clear, constructive feedback to help learners refine pronunciation and grammar.
Personalised Learning Plans: Each course is tailored to the learner’s goals, pace and professional needs, ensuring relevant and lasting progress.

Our aim is to make the learning experience motivating, memorable and directly applicable to real-world situations.

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Learning at Babel

When your organisation partners with Babel for Mandarin training, you benefit from a proven, business-focused approach to language learning.

Expert Tutors: Experienced in teaching adult beginners, our trainers bring patience and practical insight to every session.
Tailored Programmes: Every course is aligned with your organisation’s communication goals and operational needs.
Flexible Delivery: Choose between online, in-person or blended courses to best suit your team.
Job-Relevant Skills: All lessons are designed around authentic workplace and social situations to make the learning immediately useful.

Who Is Our Beginner Chinese Language Course For?

Our beginner Chinese courses are perfect for:

Employees with little or no prior experience learning Mandarin.
Professionals preparing for travel, relocation or collaboration with Chinese-speaking partners.
Teams seeking to expand their communication skills for global business.
Organisations aiming to strengthen cultural awareness and international competence.

Want to give your team a valuable global advantage? Contact us today to create a bespoke Chinese training programme for your business.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are your Chinese for Beginners courses designed for?

These courses are ideal for employees starting from scratch or those with very limited exposure to Mandarin. We adapt lessons for complete beginners to ensure a smooth, encouraging introduction to the language.

What will learners gain from this course?

They’ll learn to recognise and pronounce tones, use everyday expressions, understand key grammar structures and build confidence reading and writing basic characters.

How long does it take to complete a beginner Chinese course?

Programme length varies depending on your team’s goals and availability. We offer flexible options, from intensive short courses to ongoing weekly sessions.

Do learners need to learn Chinese characters right away?

Our courses introduce characters gradually. We start with Pinyin to build confidence in pronunciation before progressing to reading and writing the most frequently used characters.

Can you tailor the course to our industry or team’s roles?

Absolutely. Each course is customised to your organisation’s needs, whether your team works in manufacturing, finance, technology or hospitality.

Do you offer both online and in-person beginner courses?

Yes, we provide flexible delivery options including online, face-to-face or blended formats, depending on your location and schedule.

What are the benefits of beginner Chinese training for businesses?

Learning Mandarin helps build cultural understanding, improve communication with partners in China and enhance international collaboration and business performance.