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Singapore, 7 Febuary 2003
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Online programmes from Salem International University gives you more flexibility
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In today's wired economy, information instantly reaches
all corners of the globe. New ideas, challenges and opportunities have
an immediate impact on business around the world. PurpleTrain.com is proud
to bring to you a series of programmes from SIU, uniquely designed for
flexible, forward-thinking managers and leaders looking to prosper in
this global information age.
Programmes available include the Associate
of Science Degree in Business Management, the Bachelor
of Science in Business Management, the Associate
of Science Degree in Information Technology and the Bachelor
of Science in Computer Science (IT) and for those looking for postgraduate
programmes: Master of Business Administration.
Salem International Universitys online programs
provide an international perspective and provide an in-depth knowledge
of the values, skills and practical applications that are unique to the
contemporary business/IT environments, said Mr Stephen Tan, Executive
Director of PurpleTrain.com
Delivered fully online via PurpleTrain.com, these programmes
are especially appealing to frequent travellers as well as busy executives
who find it difficult to fit in traditional classroom style of learning
with their busy schedules. In fact, e-learning is for everyone who has
a passion for higher education and is eager to learn.
The benefits of these online programmes include
the fact that:
- Students can take these courses concurrently
with their diploma programmes. Students can also take up these programmes
at any stage of their learning. For instance, a Diploma in Computer
Studies student who wishes to pursue his or her degree can sign up for
the programme upon graduation. Thereafter, he or she is required to
complete 29 courses in order to earn a bachelor's degree. An Advanced
Diploma graduate in a similar field, however, is only required to complete
16 courses in order to earn the degree, depending on the exemption given
by the University;
- Programmes are equivalent to taught mode and
classes are conducted by highly qualified professors from SIU. A small
class size of 25 students per chat session will ensure smooth facilitation
throughout the chat sessions;
- Short Duration of 2.5 to 3.5 years to obtain
a Bachelors degree from a Diploma level (a normal track for a
taught class degree programme take a minimum duration of 4 years to
complete);
- Credits earned are transferable and recognised
by most US colleges and universities;
- Course fees for programmes are charged on a modular
basis and students need only pay according
to the number of courses taken. Course fee is at US$797 per course.
Very attractive promotion prices are available for the Associate Degree
and MBA program. Please contact our course consultants for the promotion
prices.
Salem International University is accredited by The Higher
Learning Commission, North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Completion degree options have been developed for Informatics diploma
students, check out how you can pursue the Associate Degree or Bachelors
of Science courses on PurpleTrain. Students with alternative qualifications
will be assessed on a case to case basis.
Interested applicants may email us at enquiry@purpletrain.com
or call our Enquiry Hotline at 9067-4311
for details.
About Salem University
Salem International University (SIU) is a private, independent, liberal
arts college based in West Virginia. Governed by a Board of Trustees,
it was founded in 1888 as Salem College and enjoyed a long history of
education innovation.
In June 2001, Informatics entered into a partnership with SIU. SIU will
remain a private, non-profit institution of higher learning, and will
work with Informatics to provide both on-campus and on-line education
to students from around the world. This is a unique relationship and is
one of the first partnerships of its kind for an American institution
of higher learning.
The mission of SIU is to educate students to become world citizens by
ensuring their acquisition of diverse, non-prejudice knowledge, and enabling
them to make decisions from an international perspective.
About Informatics Group
The Informatics Group, established in 1983, is a multinational corporation
providing training and educational services in information technology
and business management. Through its international franchising program
and strategic acquisitions, Informatics presently has a global network
of more than 548 centres spanning 44 countries.
The company presently offers five franchise products: Informatics Computer
School, Thames Business School, CAL Computer Training Centre, Cambridge
Child Development Centre and RACC. For more information, please visit
http://www.informaticsgroup.com.
About PurpleTrain.com
PurpleTrain.com is the e-learning service provider which offers a one-stop
service for business and IT education programs, 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 on-line training solution. Over 1000 online courses
are available, offering masters, degrees, diplomas and certificates in
business and IT programs. Our online learning community now stands at
over 67,000 users.
PurpleTrain.com is a 100%-owned venture of Informatics Holdings Limited,
a leading training and education provider listed on the Singapore Stock
Exchange. Informatics Holdings Limited is the only IT-based education
provider in Singapore that made the ranking among Forbes Global's 200
Best Small Companies in the world.
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Communications & PR Manager
PurpleTrain.com
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