Augment Your Academic Boundaries: Earn an Exciting Route to a U.SDegree through Salem International University

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Singapore, 12 March 2003
Informatics Global Higher Education

Augment Your Academic Boundaries: Earn an Exciting Route to a U.S Degree
through Salem International University

In   July  2001,  Salem  International  University  (SIU)  entered  into  a
partnership  with  Informatics Holdings Ltd. Through this partnership Salem
International  University will remain a private, not-for-profit institution
of higher learning, and will work with Informatics Holdings Ltd, to provide
both  on-campus  and  on-line  education to students from around the world.
This  is  a  unique  relationship  and  one  of  the  first for an American
institution of higher learning.
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| Salem International University is a private,|(Embedded image moved to   |
| independent,  liberal  arts college based in|file: pic04639.jpg)        |
| West  Virginia,  founded  in  1888  as Salem|                           |
| College.   Salem   International  University|                           |
| seeks    to   provide   students   with   an|                           |
| international,   intercultural   educational|                           |
| experience    through    the    offers    of|                           |
| Baccalaureate  degrees  and  degrees  at the|                           |
| Masters  level.   SIU  is  accredited by The|                           |
| Higher  Learning  Commission,  North Central|                           |
| Association of Colleges and Schools.        |                           |
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| Informatics  Global  Higher Education offers|                           |
| current   Diploma   and   Advanced   Diploma|                           |
| students  in  Computer  Studies and Business|                           |
| Administration the choice to opt for quality|                           |
| tertiary    education    with   two   degree|                           |
| programmes   in   the   Salem  International|                           |
| University  programme  via  Purpletrain.com,|                           |
| the    e-learning    service   provider   of|                           |
| Informatics Group:                          |                           |
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| *  Bachelor  of  Science  (BSc)  in Business|                           |
| Management   (Management   or  International|                           |
| Business)                                   |                           |
| *  Bachelor  of  Science  (BSc)  in Computer|                           |
| Science (IT Major)                          |                           |
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| For  students who are contemplating doing US|                           |
| degree  programmes, we provide some benefits|                           |
| of completing your academic route through an|                           |
| American   education   learning  with  Salem|                           |
| International University:                   |                           |
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1.    Why  choose  a  path  with  Salem  International  University  through
Informatics?

·    Listed in US News 2001 Best Colleges
·     Accredited  by  the  Higher  Learning Commission of the North Central
     Association (NCA) of Colleges and Schools
·    Taught by knowledgeable faculty members; 78% of faculty members have
doctorate degrees.
·    Options for internship opportunities in the USA readily available
·    More individual attention for each student as student to faculty ratio
is 14:1
·     Experience  an enriching campus life that is unique. Learn whitewater
     rafting,  horse-riding, skiing, go for cultural and historic visits in
     Washington DC, Clarksburg, Morgantown
·    A  well-rounded education based on an American Education System
·    Progressive attainment of qualifications upon completion of each
     level: Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Associate Degree and Degree
·    Complete the degree programme without leaving the country and enjoy
     the value added feature of e-learning facilities
·    More competitive pricing in comparison with other three-year degree
programmes
·     Flexible  modular system, where students study one module a month for
     18 days with 2 rest days. This is suitable for international students,
     with student enrolment on a monthly basis and tailored for students to
     obtain an in depth understanding of each module

2.   What is so unique about US Education?

·    Focuses on exposing students to a variety of perspectives, the latest
     technology and state-of-the-art research and training
·    Includes "Liberal Arts" (General Education) which are subjects that
     range from Humanities, Philosophy, Sociology and more which helps to
     develop the creative, thinking and analytical skills of students
     towards a well-rounded education
·    US Colleges and universities are known throughout the world for their
     academic excellence. Examples: Harvard, Stanford, Cornell, MIT etc.
·    American institutions of higher education serve student populations
     that are becoming increasingly diverse in terms of race, ethnicity,
     and age. Today, over 27 percent of undergraduate college students are
     members of minority groups. Such enrolments enrich campus environments
     and the educational experiences of all students.

3.   How relevant and important are the "General Education" components?

     The  first  two years of the degree program provides students with the
     General  Education  components. The underlying for the American system
     is  to  "mould"  their  graduates  to  be  not just "experts" in their
     specialization  but also aware of their surroundings/world/society. US
     Education believes in producing graduates who are well rounded and are
     equipped  with  the  skills  to  operate  successfully  in  most  work
     environments.   The   General   Education  components  teach  students
     application and analytical skills.

4.   There are more than 4,000 public and private colleges and universities
     in the US. How does one know if a University is recognized?

     It  is  not  the  responsibility  of  the  US  government to recognize
     universities.  Instead  schools  undergo  a  process  of review called
     "accreditation". If a school is regionally accredited, you can be sure
     that it has reached a minimum level of quality.

     There are 6 regional accrediting bodies in US. They are:
·    North Central Association of Colleges & Schools
·    Middle States Associate of Colleges & Schools
·    New England Associate of Colleges & Schools
·    Northwest Association of Colleges & Schools
·    Southern Association of Colleges & Schools
·    Western Association of Colleges & Schools

     The North Central Association of Colleges & Schools accredits Salem
     International University.

5.    The  US  education  offers  an  all-round education but employers are
     looking  at  specialized  skills  so why choose an all-round education
     when  the  chances of getting employment later will be slim unless the
     student decide to stay in US?

     Globalization  has  been  emphasized  to  a  greater  extent  in  this
     knowledge-era  and  economy,  as more and more companies are extending
     their   operations   beyond  local  boundaries.  Many  companies  have
     recognized this and are placing more emphasis on employees who display
     better adaptability to location changes.

     Under the US education system, which promotes creativity and thinking,
     the  US  graduate  has  a  broader  perspective  and develops a better
     appreciation of world issues and differences. The language, skills and
     cross-culture environment can make the US learning experience a unique
     and  rich  one,  making the US graduate one who is better prepared for
     successfully working in many locations around the world.


Take  the  first  step  towards  gaining  the  full benefits of an American
Education through Salem International University today!

For more information, please contact:
Yeong Lai Lai
Global Business Unit, Higher Education
Senior Executive, Marketing and Communications
Email: address@hidden



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 programme and
strategic  acquisitions, Informatics presently has a global network of more
than  550  centres  spanning 45 countries. The company presently offers six
franchise  products:  Informatics  Computer School, Thames Business School,
Informatics  Professional Development Centre, CAL Computer Training Centre,
Cambridge  Child  Development Centre and RACC. For more information, please
visit http://www.informaticsgroup.com

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