Emphasizes practical Asian Studies knowledge
and skills. This course provides a foundation for
living and working in four countries: China,
Japan, Korea, and India. It includes basic aspects of the culture of daily life and work, such as meeting people, communication patterns, entertaining,
holidays, and taboos. The course also builds
fundamental skills for independent research on
Asian society and culture and develops basic
presentation skills for use in the workplace and
the Asian Studies capstone course. Student
teams select and research one aspect of a society
or culture, using print and online sources. Note: Required for Asian Business & Society Certificate.