Diploma in Business Translation and Interpretation Skills
About This Course
This course is designed for professionals who work with Chinese documents or engage with Chinese-speaking clients and seek to enhance their translation and interpretation skills between Chinese and English. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the grammatical differences between the two languages and acquire crucial knowledge in business translation and interpretation. The curriculum includes in-depth coverage of Chinese and English linguistics, translation theories, business terminology, and cross-cultural communication, with a strong emphasis on practical techniques and hands-on practice. This course equips individuals with the skills needed for accurate document translation and effective live interpretation in international business and trade contexts.
What You'll Learn
• Understanding the peculiarities of the English and Chinese languages.
• Developing practical skills and knowledge in Chinese to English and English to Chinese translation.
• Proficiency in translating business documents.
• Mastering the basics and skills of interpretation.
• Training in translation software.
Entry Requirements
Applicants should possess the following academic qualifications:
• Tertiary Education (or its equivalent).
• At least a Grade B4 in GCE ‘O’ Level English (or its equivalent).
• At least a Grade A2 in GCE ‘O’ Level Chinese OR a Grade B3 in GCE 'O' Level Higher Chinese (or their equivalent).
• Non-Singaporean applicants will need to present educational certificates that indicate proficiency in both Chinese and English.
• Applicants who are unable to submit relevant proof, may be required to sit for an entrance test.