Course Summary
| Suited For | Non-employee expatriates living in China |
| Participants | Group 1 - 6 |
| Key Points |
Relationships with Chinese Working with Household Staff People, Land, Politics & Economy History & Modern China Life in China Today What is Culture? Culture Shock Food Culture |
| Introduction |
The trailing spouse / partner often experiences a greater feeling of disconnection from their home country as they do not have the continuing connection that the work environment provides for the assignee.
This course focuses on the day to day environment the trailing spouse will experience & is often held with up to 6 other trailing spouse / partners - thereby providing an immediate link with other people in similar situations. |
| Foundation |
What is Culture? Culture Shock People, Land, Politics & Economy History & Modern China Food Culture |
| Development |
Relationships with Chinese Working with Household Staff Life in China Today |
| Advanced |
Advanced Relationships with Chinese Advanced working with household staff Communication Styles |
| Note | This can be offered as an ongoing training, as an opportunity to offer ongoing monthly support and contact to this vital group. |
Participant Comments:
"I'm glad I made time to take the course - it was very informative & our questions were answered with ease & humor. Nice to sit in a "home" setting."
Expatriate Spouse
USA
"Great Class. Really hit the main points for having a successful expat experience"
Expatriate Spouse
UK
"Very informative. This session has helped me to understand several situations that have occurred already in my short stay in Shanghai"
Expatriate Spouse
USA
"Very informative & relevant. Good presentation - great interaction. I had a one-day course in the UK through another company, and learned a quarter of what I learned today. "
Expatriate Spouse
USA