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24 August 2001, Malaysia
PurpleTrain Congratulates Malaysian Online Graduates
PurpleTrain.com proudly announced another batch of graduates who has
successfully completed their online programmes. Out of the six graduates who
has received their Bachelor of Science (Hons.) in Computing, awarded by the
University of Portsmouth (UOP), two are Malaysians. The Malaysians' success
proves that online learning is an effective mode of learning, anytime, anywhere.
This bodes well for the future of online learning in the country.
University of Portsmouth's B.Sc. (Hons.) in Computing is a one-year degree
programme conducted fully on-line via PurpleTrain.com, the e-learning service
provider which offers the best in online education with a range of certificate,
diploma, degree and master programmes as well as short courses in business ad
information technology. The two graduates from Malaysia who have successfully
completed their online programme are fine examples of those who have benefited
from e-learning through PurpleTrain.com.
Commented on his success, one of the graduates Mr Pho Hong Giap said: "I am glad
that I am able to complete this programme fully online. Being able to earn the
same qualification as the taught class graduates from the University of
Portsmouth made me proud," adding that the course content for the traditional
classroom courses are exactly the same as the online version.
Asked about the secret of his success, Pho attributed it to self-discipline,
determination and perseverance. "I would also like to dedicate my success to
PurpleTrain's qualified and experienced facilitators who has guided me through
my course of study, through the online chat and discussion sessions," Pho added.
Chairman and CEO of PurpleTrain, Dr Wong Tai stressed that today's employers are
more willing to hire an e-learning student as compared to the traditional
class-based student. Simply because e-learning students are self-starters who
are more independent, matured and self-motivated.
Congratulations to these individuals who has achieved the pinnacle of success -
graduation!" said Dr Wong, "We applaud them and encourage them to build on their
successes and continue to excel in their future endeavours."
Since its official launch in May 2000, PurpleTrain has reached a wide online
community of over 40,000 users globally, reaching countries like USA, Germany,
South Africa, Australia, Korea, Hong Kong, China, Pakistan, Philippines,
Singapore, Malaysia and many more.
PurpleTrain.com was launched on 23 February 2001, in Malaysia by Yang Berhormat
Datuk Tan Chai Ho, Deputy Minister of Energy, Communications and Multimedia.
For more information about the UOP B.Sc (Hons) in Computing programme, please
click here.
About PurpleTrain.com
PurpleTrain.com is the e-learning service provider which offers a one-stop
service for business and IT education programmes, corporate training courses and
education-related services.
By combining innovative technology with world-class training content,
PurpleTrain.com offers companies and individuals a high value, quality and
effective online training solution. Over 300 online courses are available,
offering masters, degrees, diplomas and certificates in business and IT
programmes. Our online learning community now stands at over 40,000 users.
PurpleTrain.com is a 100%-owned venture of Informatics Holdings Limited, a
leading training and education provider listed on the Singapore Stock Exchange.
For more information, please contact :
Cheryl Lee
Marketing & PR Manager
PurpleTrain.com
DID : (65) 568 0810
Fax : (65) 569 7060
Email : pr@purpletrain.com
Website : www.purpletrain.com
www.informaticsgroup.com
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