Who We Are
Why Learn Mandarin
Learning Mandarin can be beneficial for several reasons
Global Influence
Mandarin is the most widely spoken language in the world, with over 1.2 billion native speakers. It is the official language of China, Taiwan, and Singapore, and it holds significant influence in various international business, cultural, and political spheres. Learning Mandarin opens up opportunities for communication and engagement with Mandarin-speaking communities globally.
Career Opportunities
China has emerged as a major global economic power, and many multinational companies conduct business with Chinese partners or have operations in China. Knowing Mandarin can give you a competitive edge in the job market, especially in industries such as international business, finance, trade, technology, and tourism.
Cultural Exchange
Language is deeply intertwined with culture. By learning Mandarin, you gain a deeper understanding of Chinese culture, history, traditions, literature, and philosophy. It allows you to appreciate Chinese art, music, films,
and literature in their original language, fostering cultural exchange and cross-cultural connections.
Travel and Tourism
China is a popular tourist destination with a rich cultural heritage, iconic landmarks, and natural beauty. Knowing Mandarin can greatly enhance your travel experiences by enabling you to communicate with locals, navigate through cities, order food, and understand signs and directions. It also facilitates interaction with people in rural areas where English proficiency may be limited.
Intellectual Stimulation:
Learning Mandarin challenges your cognitive abilities and expands your linguistic horizons. It is a tonal language with a complex writing system (characters), which offers a unique learning experience. It sharpens your memory, concentration, problem-solving skills, and multitasking abilities. Learning a new language also boosts creativity and overall brain function.
Personal Connections:
Language is a bridge that connects people. Learning Mandarin allows you to communicate with Mandarin-speaking friends, family members, or colleagues, forging stronger personal connections and deeper relationships. It demonstrates your interest and respect for their language and culture, fostering mutual understanding and appreciation.
Future Opportunities
As China’s global influence continues to grow, proficiency in Mandarin will become increasingly valuable. It can open doors to academic opportunities, scholarships, research collaborations, and cultural exchange programs. Being proficient in Mandarin also positions you for potential future developments and partnerships in various fields.
Overall, learning Mandarin is a valuable investment of time and effort. It offers practical, cultural, intellectual, and personal benefits, and equips you with skills that can positively impact your career, relationships, and understanding of the world.
About EDU Mandarin
Edu Mandarin specialized in teaching mandarin as second language for beginners, intermediate and advanced learners. We provide different services as follow:
- Mandarin course for beginner who do not have any Mandarin language background.
- Mandarin course for Malay students who enrolled in Chinese primary school.
- Mandarin enhancement course for those who have limited Mandarin learning background.
- Chinese character course for those who can speak and understand Mandarin but couldn’t read Chinese character.
- Online learning via Skype for those who wish to learn mandarin but are staying too far away from our branch.
- HSK exam (Chinese Proficiency Exam was conducted by the China Government) services. Inclusive of trial exam, registration and per-examination consultation.
- Sell Chinese learning materials (books and CD), exam-related book and CD and others (mandarin learning related materials)
- To provide comprehensive range of translation and interpreting services to help businesses and individuals communicate effectively across languages and cultures.
- To provide comprehensive agency services for foreign students who wish to pursue higher education and learning language in Malaysia. We offer a wide range of services including application assistance, academic advising, and visa application support.
Besides, all of our students will be provided with FREE UNLIMITED Flashcards after class for the online revisions and exercises purpose. All are welcomed to join us regardless of whether you have or do not have formal mandarin education background. Call us for FREE mandarin learning and teaching consultation.
Edu Mandarin specialized in teaching mandarin as second language for beginners, intermediate and advanced learners. We provide different services as follow:
History
EDU Mandarin is an exclusive learning center for learning mandarin as second language. It is fully owned by the Mandarin Discovery Private Limited Company. We started our operations by renting classrooms around KL areas since early 2005 when mandarin learning culture is yet to be popular in the market.
Our headquarter is located at Taman Melawati (KL) and we do have branches/pertner centers in Petaling Jaya, Kajang, Puchong, Pandan Indah, Kota Kinabalu, Johor Bahru & Singapore.
Mission
To provide flexible and affordable quality mandarin language education to enable better communication among people of Asia.
To provide teacher training specially in the field of mandarin as second language in order to help our teachers to meet the recent international mandarin language examinations such as HSK and IGCSE.
To provide independent education consultancy services to help the students pursue their higher education in their potential field
To provide translation services to help business and individual to have better communication and understanding among people of Asia.
Philosophy
Language education for everyone, irrespective of background
Education based on intensive academics foundation
Making profit while contributing to social responsibility
Seeking the truth, Glorify God and to help people
哲学
有教无类之语言教育
教育基于严谨的学术
盈利与社会责任兼顾
最求真理 荣神益人
Our Achievements
Meet Our Teacher
Chow Kim Siew
- Founder of EDU Mandarin
- Master’s Degree in Medical Science (Public Health), University of Malaya
- Diploma in Learning Disabilities Management and Child Psychology (Teacher College, UK) (2015)
Ching Jin Yih
- Founder of EDU Mandarin
- Master’s Degree in Arts (University of Malaya)
- Lecturer of Mandarin courses at the University College of Tunku Abdul Rahman (2001-2014)
Ayesha Ellya
- Peking University Bachelor of Economics and Trade (2013-2017)
Zoe Foo Qi
- Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Studies (Xiamen University)
- Teacher in-charge (EDU Mandarin Puchong)
Chloe Guqi
- Ningxia University’s School of Liberal Atrs Chinese Literature (Bachelor) (2015)
- Ningxia University’s School of Foreign Language English (Minor)
- The First Prize In The CCTV “Star of Outlook” Ningxia Regional English Talent Competition 2013
Shawna Pang Shei Yee
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mandarin as Second Language (Shanghai East China Normal University)
- Diploma in Mandarin as Second Language (New Era College)
Ong Lay Wui
- Bachelor of Arts in Chinese Studies (Xiamen University)
Mak Ngok Teing
- Bachelor of Foreign Language (Mandarin Language), UPM
Lee Ming Zhe
- Bachelor of Arts (Hons) Chinese Studies from University Tunku Abdul Rahman
- Master of Teaching Chinese to Speakers of Other Language from Nanjing Normal University
Siau Kah Ming (Peter)
- Bachelor of Science, Major in Management (Universiti Putra Malaysia)
- Branch Teacher in-charge (EDU Mandarin PJ SS25), since year 2018/05
Lim Lai Wan (Linda)
- English Teacher
- British Council CELTA certification
Corporate Clients
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