Chinese women spend huge amounts of money on etiquette classes that teach how to pronounce designer names, how to peel an orange, and how to hold an oyster fork. The richer China becomes, the more its inhabitants aspire to get into high society. The influx of money and the cultural revolution led to a real boom. So for those who created the VKontakte group, its promotion is relevant. The notoriously polite Chinese also strive to present themselves better abroad. Secular manners classes cost about 10,400 euros and take place over two weeks. And clients – do not count!
Since ancient times, girls from aristocratic circles have been given to schools and gymnasiums to polish their manners, their behavior and accents. Wealthy families in the UK have traditionally sent their young ladies from society to schools to learn the intricacies of real education, so Princess Diana and Camilla once studied in closed schools in Switzerland. And as it turns out, many wealthy women in China also tend to emulate the manners of the aristocracy. They are willing to spend thousands of dollars to attend schools that teach secular manners. A new institute recently opened in Beijing offers its services to those who want to become more balanced and well-mannered.
Based on the massive influx of wealth in China in recent decades, as well as the cultural revolution that has taken place, the polite Chinese people who love to travel around the world want to make the right impression.
As you aspire to study at an open university, you can choose from two main types of courses: debutante, for single women aged 16 and above, or hostessing, a course for married women.
Courses offer to go into the smallest details. The training is based on possible scenarios: how to behave correctly in social situations, how to peel fruits with a special knife and how to eat oysters. The lessons even tell you how to pronounce the names of fashion houses correctly.
The 10-day course promises to teach single women “elite social etiquette and secular protocol, business card exchange, dress code, table manners, restaurants and entertainment venues. Flower art and table decoration are also taught, the basics of public relations and psychology are given.
The hostess course, which runs for 14 days, starting at 9 am and ending at 6 pm every day, teaches the art of being a hostess, which includes lessons in social etiquette, including an understanding of the behavior and customs of high society around the world.
He also teaches history, tasting (tea and coffee, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks), toilet definitions, body language, rules of official and diplomatic protocol, behavior in hotels and restaurants.
The founder of the institution says: “Everyone should learn etiquette, no matter who you are. This will allow you to be the best version of yourself.”.
