In this issue:

• Name Change Announcement
• Informatics Mobile Learner Update
• Collaboration with Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA)
• Programme Spotlight – Bachelor of Science in Computing, UOP
• Promotion - Study Grant
• Graduation 2007
• Top Graduates' List
• Voices from our Graduates
• Staff Spotlight

Since its launch in Singapore and Malaysia back in July 2007, our Mobile Learner programme has enjoyed a very good level of response from the adult-learner community and has made its way into countries like Indonesia, Nepal, Myanmar, Libya and Sri Lanka.

The mobile learner programmes allow busy working professionals who travel and cannot attend classes and who do not have internet services to continue with their education.

Programmes offered through our Mobile Learner programme are:

• International Diploma in Computing
• International Advanced Diploma in Computing
• International Diploma in Business Administration
• International Advanced Diploma in Business Administration

Visit us at www.informaticseducation.com/mobilelearner to find out more about the programme.

IGC Collaborates With the Singapore Workforce Development Agency (WDA) For Recognition of Singapore Employability Skills System (ESS) As Entry into Hospitality Programme

We are proud to announce our collaboration with WDA to recognise the Singapore Employability Skills System (ESS) credentials as alternate criterion for entry into our new Executive Certificate programme, Hospitality and Tourism Management.The ESS Scheme was introduced to encourage employers to train their workers in employability skills – foundation skills that can be transferred and applied in different jobs and work demands.It is specially targeted for adult workers who have not attained a formal educational qualification.

The Executive Certificate in Hospitality & Tourism Management is a one module certification programme that could be completed within 4 months. Assessment is primarily through assignment work.

We are pleased to announce our new collaboration with our anchor partner, the University of Portsmouth for the Bachelor of Science in Computing programme.This programme consists of only 3 modules where students could complete in minimum 6 months.This fast track programme will groom even more IT graduates globally.Graduates who wish to top up to Honours degree need to only complete 3 more modules within a period of 5 years.Click here for programme details>>

10th November 2007 marked a very special and memorable day. A total of 332 students from 34 countries graduated from IGC. Out of these 332 graduates, 75 were from the faculty of Info-Com Technology and 257 graduates from the Faculty of Business.

Our heartiest congratulations to those who have successfully completed their courses with us at Informatics Global Campus! Those days of attending chat sessions and discussion forums and burning the midnight oil are finally over. Your hard work has paid off and it is time to embrace the future!

We hope you will begin your new journey with the confidence and positive values that you have gained through your learning journey with us. All of us wish you every success for the corporate journey ahead.

“I heard of the elearning that you provide and I thought that it will be a new experience for me to try this new technology.As a graduate from a UK University, my self esteem is raised as my degree is looked up to.I am proud of my achievement, as my education abroad is more advanced than in my home country.” Hossam Mohammed Taha Madkour, BSc (Hons) in Computing and Information System.

[University of Portsmouth] - Egypt

MALAYSIA

“At the time I signed up for the course, I was already studying about and working on video game development online. As I was comfortable with Internet related technologies, the course offered by IGC proved to be a convenient solution for me. It afforded me the flexibility to study and work at the same time. The Internet has played a significant role in my life and IGC was a natural progression for me. It was one of the first to offer me the opportunity to complete my degree online. I am thankful to IGC and the University of Portsmouth for their bold move in creating the golden opportunity for working adults to study online in order to obtain internationally accredited degrees.”Sherman Chin Lit Kong, Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Computing.

[University of Portsmouth] - Malaysia

MAURITIUS

“Well, at first, my thoughts were to complete my advanced diploma. But as my, professional work was imperative and first priority, I had to struggle to attend part-time courses. This was very difficult, and often I missed the traditional classes. Along with time, I met a friend, who recommended IGC and onilne learning.

Once online, I adhered to the consultant’s guidelines, who gradually broadened my view about online classes, online materials as well as chat sessions and lectures. The perspectives were quite interesting in fact. Having the opportunity to access my course materials remotely from just about anywhere, changed my opinion about electronic learning. Now I can affirm that my postgraduate degrees will be completed undoubtedly via internet, as it surely delivers facilities beyond the traditional campus.” Nabee Yasir, International Advanced Diploma in Computer Studies.

[Informatics Academy- Mauritius ]

Devaki has been with IGC for over a year.Prior to this she was with Informatics Malaysia [Johor Bahru] for over 3 years, heading the exams department.

In IGC, Devaki is in charge of registration, evaluation and student payment. Her day-to-day also includes liaising with university partners as well as providing counseling to students on programmes transfer and coping with studies.

In her free time Devaki loves making greeting cards and spending time with the love of her life, her Shih Tzu, Max.