This course examines and analyzes Chinese stratagems / strategies manifested in historical and modern case studies, be it in the context of national policies and defense, trading and economic growth, public security, human rights, environmental issues, education and contemporary society culture, life, etc. Selected multimedia materials from the Chinese press, films, television, articles, and book chapters are used in this course. Requirements include story-telling narration tasks, guided presentations, review tests, class discussions and final term project. All lectures and discussions are in Chinese.