Now, pursue a foreign degree from home
December 20th, 2011 - 8:37 pm ICT by IANSNew Delhi, Dec 20 (IANS) Indian students desiring foreign education can fulfil their dreams right from the comfort of their homes, courtesy online courses launched here Tuesday by Laureate International Universities — a network of higher education institutes.
Master and professional level courses in management, health and human services, public policy and other streams are available from Laureate’s three flagship varsities - Liverpool (Britain), Walden (US) and Glion (Switzerland).
According to Norman Bloomberg, chief operating officer (global products and services), Laureate, the courses being offered are designed specifically for working professionals.
“After applying online, the aspirant would be able to chat with our advisors who would help him to choose the right programme. Our programmes are aimed at working adults with work experience,” Bloomberg told IANS.
Enrolled students would be taught through videos and weekly assignments.
“We have partnered with the Pearl Academy of Fashion and are also in talks with some corporates,” he added.
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