Victoria Business Confucius Institute

We’re excited to collaborate once again with Chin Communications!

Join us on Wednesday, 26 November 2025, for an engaging workshop —Chinese Social Media for Business — where we’ll explore how to effectively use WeChat and RED to reach and connect with Chinese audiences in Australia.
This hands-on session will provide practical strategies and expert insights to help businesses craft impactful Chinese marketing campaigns aligned with their goals.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 26 November 2025
🕧 Time: 12:30pm – 2:00pm
Networking & light refreshments: 12:30pm - 1:00pm
Workshop: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
🏫 Venue: Victoria University City Tower Campus, Room T0813, Level 8, 370 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
🎟️ Register now: https://forms.office.com/r/kNQqHJGtpi

Seats are limited — don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable skills and grow your business through Chinese social media!

🌕✨ Celebrateion of the Mid-Autumn Festival at VU! ✨🌕
中秋节快乐(pronunciation: Zhōngqiū jié kuàilè)
Happy Mid-Autumn Festival!

The Mid-Autumn Festival is one of the most treasured celebrations across Asia – a time of togetherness, gratitude, and joy under the full moon. Whether you grew up celebrating or are curious to experience it for the first time, you’re warmly invited to join the fam for an afternoon full of food, culture, and fun! 💜

Thanks for the invitation from VIVU and VUSU. The VBCI team will join them to offer activities there.

🥮 Delicious mooncakes and free food
🍵 Tasty matcha from
🦁 Lion dance
🏮 Lantern and caligraphy workshops .vu 🎨,
🎶Performance
⛳️ Fun games
and so much more! ✨

📍 VU Footscray Park Campus, East Courtyard (Near front entrance of VUHQ)
🗓 Wednesday, 15 Oct 2025
⏰ 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

🎟 FREE for VU Students | $5 for Non-VU Students
Secure your spots now by scan the QR Code or link in VIVU bio 🔗

See you there!

VUSU - Victoria University Student Union
VU Student Life
VUPA - Victoria University Postgraduate Association

🌏 Global Sourcing Workshop 🌏

Looking to strengthen your supply chain strategies and gain fresh insights into global sourcing?
Join VBCI at Victoria University City Tower Campus for an engaging workshop featuring expert speakers and practical perspectives.

📅 Date: Tuesday, 21 October 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 pm arrival | 12:00–12:30 pm networking | 12:30–2:00 pm workshop
📍 Venue: Room T0813, VU City Tower Campus, 370 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

🎤 Speakers:
Dr. Neale G. O'Connor FCPA, Associate Professor, Business School, La Trobe University
Dr. Catherine Lou (FCILT, PhD), Associate Professor in Supply Chain & Logistics, ISILC|VUBS, Victoria University
Michael Bertalli, Senior Procurement Manager ANZ, PPG

This is a fantastic opportunity to:
✅ Explore key trends in global sourcing
✅ Gain practical strategies to strengthen resilience
✅ Network with peers and industry professionals

Limited in-person seats available – register early to secure your spot.
https://forms.office.com/r/knQpFfHhAK

Victoria University, Melbourne Australia VUSU - Victoria University Student Union VUPA - Victoria University Postgraduate Association

FWD:

EWC Australia Community Engagement Inc and Victoria University work together to support international students and migrants integration into the wider community through building strong, productive and respectful networks. Central to integration is a good understanding of Australia’s democracy, how our government works and our rights, to help make the best of our lives and opportunities in Australia. Gain insights from experienced experts. Event is supported by Scanlon Foundation. Register early to secure your seats.

Free to Join! 🎉
Come along for a day of knowledge, fun, and networking — with lunch provided!

Missed our VBCI stall at City Tower Campus?
Don’t worry—our next stop is just around the corner!

📍 22 July – City Tower Campus
📍 24 July – Footscray Park Campus

Come say hi, learn more about our FREE Chinese Language and Culture Program, and get involved!

Victoria University, Melbourne Australia

Learn Chinese for Free – Language Courses and Cultural Workshops

The Victoria Business Confucius Institute (VBCI) at Victoria University is excited to continue offering free Chinese language courses and related cultural workshops in Semester 2, 2025.
The Victoria Business Confucius Institute (VBCI) at Victoria University is excited to continue offering free Chinese language courses and related cultural workshops in Semester 2, 2025.

Our non-award program (Course Code: JQAK) offers two learning pathways: Basic Chinese; Business Chinese. Each unit consists of 13 sessions (12 teaching sessions and 1 assessment session), with each session running for 1.5 hours.
In addition to language classes, our experienced teaching team also delivers interactive cultural workshops to further support your learning and help you apply your language skills.

Course Schedule in Semester 2, 2025: 11 Aug to 07 Nov 2025 (Basic Chinese 2 - Group B: 11 Aug to 15 Dec)

More information: https://www.vu.edu.au/victoria-business-confucius-institute-vbci/chinese-language-culture/chinese-language-cultural-learning

Free Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/ZJyMSHMtWV
Register your interest now. We will come back to you with further information.