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Virtual Global Taster Programme — To Be a Hong Konger in 5.5 Hours

 VIRTUAL GLOBAL TASTER PROGRAMME

 

 
 
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Programme

 

To Be a Hong Konger in 5.5 Hours 

 

Through learning Cantonese (the third most widely spoken Chinese dialect),  you will get to know the way Hong Kongers live, study, and work in Hong Kong – an important international trade and financial center in the world. 

 

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| Highlights

  • FREE
  • Real-time Interactive language workshops taught by HKBU faculty
  • Speed Networking with Culture Buddies
  • Live Virtual Life Experience Tour

| Dates & Times

Interactive Language Workshops (choose ONE)  

Workshop 1 (two sessions + two speed networking events)

Session 1:   2 March 2022 (Wednesday)

9:15 a.m.–11:00 a.m. (HKT) [time difference calculator]

“Live Like a Local” – Greetings, Ordering Food, Personal Items

11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. (HKT) [time difference calculator]

“Speed Networking with Culture Buddies”

 

Session 2:   3 March 2022 (Thursday)

9:15 a.m.–11:00 a.m. (HKT) [time difference calculator]

“Conversation Starters” – Hobbies, Travel, Family and Home

11:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. (HKT) [time difference calculator]

“Speed Networking with Culture Buddies”

 

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Workshop 2 (two sessions + two speed networking events)

Session 1:   3 March 2022 (Thursday)

5:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (HKT) [time difference calculator]

“Live Like a Local” – Greetings, Ordering Food, Personal Items 

7:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. (HKT) [time difference calculator]

“Speed Networking with Culture Buddies”

 

Session 2:   4 March 2022 (Friday)

5:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (HKT) [time difference calculator]

“Conversation Starters” – Hobbies, Travel, Family and Home

7:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. (HKT) [time difference calculator]

“Speed Networking with Culture Buddies”

 

Cultural Immersion Activities

Speed Networking with Culture Buddies (immediately after the workshop sessions)

We will pair you with HKBU buddies.  During the two ½-hour events, you will be a “Hong Konger” by practicing your Cantonese with native Cantonese speakers, and immersing yourself in Hong Kong culture and etiquette through casual conversations.  

 

A New Perspective of Hong Kong through Iconic Skyscrapers in CBD (Live Virtual Tour)

7 March 2022 (Monday) @ 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. (HKT) [time difference calculator]

Apart from their grand appearance, CBD’s tall buildings show you Hong Kong’s yesterday, today, and tomorrow.  Our guide will also show you the start of a typical work day for Hong Kong youth. 

Contact Us

Please email us at exchange@hkbu.edu.hk if you have any questions.