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Aug 2024
(Sat)

Massive Popularity of MBTI in Korea: What Is Your Type?


Date & time
31Aug 2024 (Sat)14:30 - 15:30 Free
Type of Event
Hybrid (In-person & Online Attendance)
Venue
Room 315, 3/F., Admiralty Centre
Online Platform
Zoom
Speaker
  • Ms Ivana Chiu (College Assistant Lecturer, College of Humanities and Law, HKU SPACE)

Ms Ivana Chiu

Ms Ivana Chiu completed her undergraduate studies in Chinese-Korean Interpreting at Hankuk University of Foreign Studies in Korea, and earned a Master's degree in Chinese Linguistics and Language Acquisition from the Chinese University of Hong Kong. She presently serves as a full-time lecturer in the Korean Language Programme at HKU SPACE.

Enquiry
37620820 (jolang@hkuspace.hku.hk)
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In Korea, talking about someone's Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) has become an incredibly popular way to connect with others, surpassing discussions of blood type or zodiac sign. The MBTI classifies personalities into 16 types based on how people think, behave, and approach life. No longer just a casual topic of conversation among friends, it's found its way into marketing, reality TV, and even job interviews. This widespread interest in the MBTI reflects a larger cultural shift towards a deeper understanding of ourselves and others. This seminar will explore why the MBTI is so popular in Korea, take time to learn about your own MBTI, and discuss how it impacts both personal relationships and professional environments.

Language: Cantonese