An MBA (Master of Business Administration) degree is an important level of education that often separates the future corporate leaders from those who want to have that position. This is because hiring managers often look for this when considering resumes for upper management positions.

Dubai, UAE -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/13/2015 -- It is not uncommon for students who graduate from high school to go directly to college to pursue a career field of their choice. This is where the undergraduate or Bachelors degree is usually obtained and then the individual enters the workforce in order to take the knowledge they have earned and put it into practice. Students may choose to take advantage of the traditional classroom environment for the campus experience or use the distance learning program that many universities now offer.

When you get to the level of earning an MBA there are many more pressures tugging at your schedule such as personal responsibilities and professional commitments. It becomes much more difficult to work in class time on this type of schedule so the online learning program is convenient and flexible for students in Saudi Arabia. Stafford offers the link you need to attend a top British university that is well-respected for their business programs without having to leave your home and business in the Middle East.

You can find distance education options in Saudi Arabia by checking out Stafford's website and reviewing the options they have listed. The majority of degree programs require a commitment of a couple of years for the MBA and since you can accomplish this from your home or office desktop/laptop then it becomes an achievable goal. It is important to review the admission requirements for any of the universities so you can follow the correct process for entry into the MBA degree or diploma programs.

When you work with Stafford all your questions and concerns are quickly answered by your own personal guidance counsellor who assists with every step of the process. This includes finance questions, requirements and selecting the right school for your future field. The staff have the experience and expertise necessary to steer you in the proper direction along with the technical resources to ensure that you are prepared for the online courses. Take advantage of the tools and advantages that Stafford has to offer specifically for students in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East.

About Stafford
Stafford has operated online in the Middle East area for over two decades since 1993, offering a link to quality education for students looking for their MBA or diplomas in the top business areas. Affordable prices and expert customer service are two characteristics that this company has become well-known for around the globe.

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Students who could not complete their education, due to unforeseen circumstances, but desire to pursue their bachelor or masters in specialised areas through distance learning programs, can now look to Stafford, a premier resource centre, which represents several UK universities in the UAE and rest of the Middle East, and allows students, teachers as well as working professionals to choose from an array of programs in the field of their choice.

Dubai, UAE -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/26/2015 -- Distance learning means imparting education and instruction without being physically present in a traditional setting like a classroom. It is a virtual way of teaching and learning, which allows for access to learning when the learners and source of information are separated by distance and time, or both.

The virtual form of distance learning in recent times has gained great momentum amongst UAE students who could not complete their study, owing to either financial constraints, family responsibilities, or other unforeseen circumstances.

Thanks to Stafford, a UAE-based top-ranked resource centre which offers a number of distance learning programs in many different streams and disciplines, professionals can return to pursue higher education. Whether students are looking to get a bachelor's degree by distance learning (http://www.staffordglobal.org/how-distance-learning-works/), or want to pursue a masters in education or any other professional or vocational distance learning program, Stafford helps students to pursue and achieve their education through quality distance learning courses. Head-quartered in the UAE, the institute has collaborated with some of the best universities in the UK to provide top masters and degree programs to students and professionals who desire to pursue distance learning in the UAE and rest of the Middle East.

Stafford also offers many other new courses that only recently are available to school teachers and educators. One of these new distance education programs is the PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate in Education) distance learning program, which allows educators and teachers to improve their professional teaching skills through advanced coursework in any one of the specialised teaching areas. The PGCE distance learning program is designed for those who cannot pursue a full-time study program, and also for those who despite having school teaching experience are not regarded as qualified teachers in various settings.

Students who enrol to pursue a distance learning program in the UAE through Stafford can improve their teaching skills and develop a global approach towards education that is widely recognised. However, Stafford has its own criteria to be followed by students while enrolling for the PGCE distance learning program in the UAE. The leading distance learning provider allows enrolment for only those applicants who:

Are currently teaching and have access to a classroom;

Have a British Council IELTS average final score of 6.5 with at least 6.0 in any element, not less than two years prior to admission;

Graduated from an approved university or other reputed institution of higher education;

Hold at least a second class honours degree; or, Hold an approved professional qualification deemed equivalent to an honours degree;

Are committed to develop their learning and teaching skills in the field of education;

Students who enrol through Stafford for any masters programs are provided with everything they need starting from university details, to course information, right up to registration for a specific course. Stafford's experience in providing distance learning courses means that students get a powerful network of support to help them succeed. The student then needs to decide when and where they want to study, and how regular study time will fit into their life.

International universities now make use of an online virtual learning platform to provide high quality course material and support for people looking for distance learning in the UK, UAE and rest of the Middle East. Stafford has very strong educational roots, and has been offering bachelor, masters and other programs through distance learning since 1993.

About Stafford
Established in 1993, Stafford offers distance learning doctorates, MBA, masters, bachelors as well as postgraduate and undergraduate diploma and certificate courses in a variety of streams and disciplines. When it comes to pursuing a masters in education in Dubai, UAE, no other institute can compete with them.

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The University of Essex Online Postgraduate Diploma in Business and Management offered through Stafford in the UAE helps students progress in their professional life.

Dubai, UAE -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/22/2015 -- Stafford is proud to offer the University of Essex Online Postgraduate Diploma in Business and Management, an advanced qualification that helps students gain confidence in strategic areas such as financial decision-making.

Study is carried out 100% online via a virtual learning platform that allows students to participate in discussions and view live lectures and seminars. The standard duration of the PG Diploma programme is 1 year and 4 months and consists of 5 modules which equate to a total of 120 credits at Level 7.

Upon completion of the Postgraduate Diploma, students may also choose to progress on to study for a full Masters (awarded after 180 credits).

Core modules include Management: Principles and Practices, Leadership in Practice, Economics for Managers, Financial Decision Making and Marketing Principles and Practices. Additionally, students are required to choose a combination equal to 20 credits from several module options. These include Project Management, Managing Across Cultures, Human Resource Management and Business Strategy.

To be eligible for the course, applicants generally require a Bachelors degree (or equivalent) or a relevant professional qualification. Candidates who do not have an undergraduate degree must have at least 5 years of relevant senior level work experience. If English is not a student's first language, they should be able to communicate in English at a level equivalent to an IELTS score of 6.5.

The fee for the programme is USD 8,800, with scholarships available for eligible students. Students completing the postgraduate diploma in UAE will be prepared for a future career in business and management, and will be able to demonstrate effective leadership and management skills with confidence and focus.

About Stafford
Working as a resource centre for several UK universities, Stafford offers distance learning education in UAE as well as several other countries in the Middle East. Programmes they offer include the MBA distance learning programme, a value added proposition for the students.

Contact information:
Stafford Headquarters
Tel: + 971 7 203 1204
Email: info@staffordglobal.org
Office: Education Free Zone,
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates,
Office No. 204B, Business Centre 4
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)
Tel: + 966 552 633 037

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The University of Essex Online Postgraduate Diploma in Business and Management, offered through Stafford in the Middle East, is an expert-designed programme that enables professionals to gain a wide range of skills in management oriented skills.

Dubai, UAE -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/22/2015 -- The best-in-class education can take a management professional to the highest level in an organisation. For career oriented professionals in the UAE the University of Essex Online Postgraduate Diploma in Business and Management, offered through Stafford, is a qualification that opens up a string of opportunities. The knowledge gained by these professionals enhances their professional growth and earning potential.

The programme helps the student gain confidence in strategic areas such as financial decision making, leadership in practice and cross-cultural management. A wide skill set in finance, leadership, and strategy increases their value as business professionals enabling them to get the recognition they want in the workplace.

This is an advanced qualification which, upon completion, is equal to a total of 120 credits at Level 7. Modules include Management: Principles and Practices, Leadership in Practice, Economics for Managers, Financial Decision Making and Marketing Principles and Practices. Module options include Quantitative Methods for Business, Project Management, Managing Across Cultures, Human Resource Management, Business Strategy, and Creativity and Organisation. Students need to choose a combination of module options equal to 20 credits.

Delivered entirely online through Kaplan Open Learning the expert-designed programme enables both students and tutors to actively take part in discussions and activities. The system also allows them to attend live lectures and seminars over the internet. They also get the opportunity to interact with fellow students, which helps in networking.

As for eligibility requirements, candidates who have applied for enrolment in a post graduate diploma in UAE generally require a Bachelor's degree or the equivalent, along with 3 years of relevant senior level work experience. Applicants who do not have an undergraduate degree require at least 5 years of relevant senior level work experience. If English is not their first language, they need to get an IELTS score of 6.5. When it comes to online degree programmes in UAE, this is among the popular courses.

About Stafford
Stafford is a frontline distance learning provider in the Middle East, offering online business management degree programmes in various streams. Formed in 1993, the institution offers several higher education options to professionals in the Middle East in collaboration with leading UK universities. Whether one wants to join a distance education course in Saudi Arabia, or the UAE, one can be sure of finding the right course with them.

Contact Information:
Stafford Headquarters
Email: info@staffordglobal.org
Tel: +971 7203 1204
Office: Education Free Zone,
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates,
Office No. 204B, Business Centre 4

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Stafford reached yet another milestone when it completed five years of offering the University of Nottingham Postgraduate Certificate in Education (International) – PGCEi in the Middle East.

Dubai, UAE -- (SBWIRE) -- 07/08/2015 -- Stafford recently celebrated five years of offering the University of Nottingham Postgraduate Certificate in Education (International) – PGCEi in the UAE and the rest of the Middle East. The central elements of the programme are the acquisition of skills needed to create a successful career as a teacher.

The University of Nottingham is among the frontline institutions of higher learning in education in the UK. The PGCEi offered by the university comprises of two face-to-face introductory workshops followed by online learning and expert instructor support. The course focuses on research and enables students to compare teaching approaches in different countries. In the process, they are able to develop themselves as more capable teachers. Students can understand their own education system from an international perspective, become conversant with basic assumptions and evaluate their usefulness in specific educational situations.

The programme consists of four compulsory 15-credit modules which include Contexts, Understanding Learning, Approaches to Teaching and Investigating Student Understanding. The face-to-face workshops involve group discussion, presentations and tutorials, while online components use a dedicated virtual learning environment including learning resources and tutorial support.

To be eligible for admission in the online master degree in UAE, students are required to hold a first degree with at least a second class honours, or equivalent, or an approved professional qualification deemed to be equivalent to an honours degree. Students who do not have English as the first language must achieve IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any element.

About Stafford
Stafford is the pioneer of global quality professional distance education in the Middle East, offering programmes that provide students excellent value for money. Students are able to choose from an array of distance education programmes in UAE and the rest of the Middle East, keeping in view their career objectives. MBA distance learning programmes offered by the institute open up a range of opportunities for the students.

Contact Information:
Tel: Middle East: + 971 7 203 1204
KSA: + 966 552 633 037
Email: info@staffordglobal.org
Office: Education Free Zone,
Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates,
Office No. 204B, Business Centre 4

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Professional Diploma in Management is now offered through Stafford in KSA and Lebanon. A popular programme of the prominent University of Leicester, it offers key skills in context of career development.

Dubai, AE -- (SBWIRE) -- 08/03/2014 -- Career-oriented professionals in KSA and Lebanon can now enrol for a Professional Diploma in Management, a University of Leicester distance programme offered through Stafford. The programme enables students to learn concepts and their execution in the context of career development, preparing them to join a PG course later.

The programme would suit students from an array of employment and educational backgrounds. It would apprise students of several management theories, techniques and methodologies, encouraging them to execute these on the job and find out how these are implemented. The course would improve the students' understanding of key tasks and functions of management; assisting them to develop as a professional.

Course structure of the programme includes Foundations of Management; The Management Environment; Strategic Thinking and Implementation; and Accountability and Financial Analysis. Students would then choose any two electives from Marketing Management; Management, People and Organisation; and Quantitative Analysis for Management. Finally, they would need to submit a 6000 word report on a professional management project.

Pursuing the programme, students would gain key skills at financial data analysis and strategy formulation. They are supported by the University of Leicester online portal Blackboard. The course, which can be completed between 12-24 months, has eligibility requirements of three A-levels and GCSEs in Mathematics and English Language, or equivalent international qualification, or adequate professional qualification along with five years' relevant work experience.

Students can join the programme to prepare for taking up a PG programme later, or enrol in it as a stand-alone qualification. Start dates of the programme are February, May, August and November each year. As one of the leading resource centre in the Middle East, Stafford offers a string of courses along with the diploma.

About Stafford
Stafford is the study resource centre in the KSA and Lebanon of several prominent universities from the UK. Founded in 1993, the institution offers online doctorate, MBA, diploma and certificate courses. When it comes to offering distance learning Masters programmes, there are not many institutions that can compete with them. Healthcare management courses offered by them are also quite popular.

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Stafford Global

Lebanon: +9614 546 777
Beirut – Dbayeh
Sarkis Group Building. 12th floor
Tel: +961 4546777
Email: LBinfo@staffordglobal.org
KSA: +966 552 633 037
email: info@staffordglobal.org
Website: http://www.staffordglobal.org/

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MA in Media and Communication, a sought after course offered through Stafford in KSA and Lebanon, can pave the way to a rewarding career for professionals. It is a flexible learning programme providing direct access to the thinking of key researchers.

Dubai, AE -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/02/2014 -- Professionals in KSA and Lebanon looking to forge a rewarding career in the field of media will do well to join the MA in Media and Communication, a popular course offered through Stafford. A resource centre of the University of Leicester and several other prominent institutions in the UK, Stafford is offering the course to assist people to move to the next level in their career.

The distance learning course can be completed in two years. During the first year, students will cover topics like Key issues and approaches in media study; Media history and social regulation; Media in Global Context; Communications and Globalisation; Investigating Media and Industries – Convergence and Divergence.

Year Two of the programme allows students to specialize in Mass Communication; New Media Society; New Media, Governance & Democracy; Communication, Media & Public Relations; or Communications, Media & Advertising. Based on the specialisation, students will get well-versed with the Political Economy of New Media; Communication Technology and Society, Political Communication; e-Governance and e-Democracy, Journalism: News Access and Source Power; Critical Public Relations; Advertising and more.

The assessment of the programme is done by the combination of 3,000 word assignments and examination. At the end of the programme, students need to submit a dissertation of 12,000-15,000 words. Students who opt out of the programme after the first year are eligible to receive a Post Graduate Certificate in Mass Communication. Those completing 20 months would receive a Post Graduate Diploma in Mass Communication.

As for eligibility, candidates need to possess a good second class undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. However, students who have considerable workplace experience but lack formal qualifications will be considered for the degree as well. For proving proficiency in the English Language, candidates whose first language is not English will need adequate IELTS and TOEFL scores.

About Stafford
Stafford enables professionals in KSA and Lebanon to obtain world class education in a range of subjects, ensuring for themselves a high-paying and satisfying career. Along with leadership courses such as Mass Communication, they offer several other popular courses as well such as the University of Leicester MSc in Criminology and Criminal Justice.

Contact Information

Stafford Headquarters – UAE
Academic Consultant: Mr. Mario
Tel: +971 557737533
Email:info@staffordglobal.org

KSA
Tel: +966 552633037
Email:info@staffordglobal.org

Lebanon
Tel: +961 4546777
Email: info@staffordglobal.org

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Stafford is offering the University of Leicester MSc in Security and Risk Management programme in the Middle East and Levant. The programme introduces the students to various aspects of crime, risk and managing security in organisations.

Dubai, UAE -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/02/2014 -- People aspiring to work at a senior level in the field of security in the Middle East and Levant can get enrolled for an MSc in Security and Risk Management programme offered through Stafford, a resource centre of reputable UK institutions. The organisation provides the course in collaboration with University of Leicester, one of the leading universities in the UK. Students are supported through Blackboard, the university's virtual learning portal.

The programme is designed to introduce the student to the various aspects of crime, risk and managing security. Enterprises now prefer specialists for protecting people, assets and information from crime, accidents and protesters, and aspirants with a formal degree in security management are well placed to build a career in these fields. The programme trains people for the changing job requirements enabling them to perform with enhanced professionalism.

MSc in Security and Risk Management is a two-year course with six modules and dissertation. The course modules include Managing Security in the Workplace; Managing Risk and Security; Crime and Crime Prevention; Law, Procedures and Security Management; Leadership and Management; Research Methods in the Study of Security and Risk Management; and Dissertation. Pursuing the programme enables the student to gain the skills required to carve out a rewarding career.

Each module lasts 12 weeks, while there are approximately five months to complete the dissertation. As for the eligibility requirements, anyone with a first or second class honours degree or an equivalent professional qualification can apply. People lacking an undergraduate degree but are capable of demonstrating significant work experience may also get enrolled. The fee of the programme is GBP 10,165.

The course curriculum would help the pursuant gain both analytical and critical skills, that would give them the confidence and ability to operate at a more strategic level. The subject modules are closely aligned with the responsibilities at work, which makes the course a value-added proposition for the pursuant. Find here more information about distance learning programmes in the region.

About Stafford
Stafford was established in 1993 in the UAE with the objective of bringing global quality education to the Middle East. Programmes they offer suit the professionals who desire to take their careers to the next level. They are equipped with the skills required to mark their presence in the workplace and progress. Candidates looking for online mba programs can visit here.

Contact Information

Email: info@staffordglobal.org

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MBA Plus, offered by Stafford in collaboration with Northampton Business School, is a hugely advantageous programme. Conducted under the distance learning mode, duration of the programme can be extended up to a maximum of five years

Dubai, AE -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/02/2014 -- Stafford is offering MBA Plus, a globally acknowledged qualification in the Middle East, in collaboration with Northampton Business School (NBS). A resource centre for several prominent UK universities in the region, they provide a distance programme that represents value for money combining management learning with additional recognition, qualification and activities.

Prepared by experts, the curriculum includes Critical Issues in Business, Competitive Strategy and Innovation, Strategic Marketing, Managing Organisational Behaviour, Leadership in a Changing World, Financial Decision Making, Managing Operations and Supply Chain and finally the Business Research Project. The fee of the programme is US$18,990.

Duration of the programme can be extended up to a maximum of five years from 18 months. The students are accessed through practical work, essays, reports and case studies. The Business Research Report is a 15000 word independent research project, which the students need to submit after completing the modules.

Students who decide to exit the programme may obtain a PG Certificate on completion of 60 credits or a PG Diploma on completion of 120 credits. Candidates are expected to possess a first or second class honours degree along with a minimum of two years relevant management experience. Students who are able to produce the evidence of a minimum of five years' experience of management can be admitted without formal degree qualifications.

Optional value elements such as NBS MBA Plus Annual Conference, NBS MBA Business Showcase, NBS MBA European Business Event, E-materials to support study, Chartered Management Institute Membership, Chartered Institute of Marketing Introductory Certificate and Prince 2 Foundation and Practitioner Award add to the quality of the programme. Learn more here about this distance learning MBA.

About Stafford
Stafford, which was established in 1993, is engaged in offering a line of online business education programmes that enable executives to gain the skills they may require to tackle real world challenges as a business manager. Find here more information about online MBA programs offered by them.

Contact Information

Email: info@staffordglobal.org

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For students seeking to make a gainful career in the field of criminal justice, online MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice offered by Stafford in the Middle East and Levant is the right course. Stafford provides the course in collaboration with the University of Leicester.

Dubai, AE -- (SBWIRE) -- 06/02/2014 -- Stafford is offering the MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice course for the professionals who are hopeful of making a rewarding career in the field. In collaboration with the world-renowned University of Leicester from the UK, they are offering the distance programme supported by the online portal Blackboard. The two-year programme is comprised of six modules and a dissertation.

Professionals pursuing the programme get to develop an advanced understanding of crime and criminal justice. Getting a grasp on the extent, effects and explanations of crime, the students examine the process of criminal justice processes, while also getting knowledge of the role of agencies like courts, police, prisons and probation services. The programme also introduces research methodologies, which helps professionals in the pursuit of their career goals.

Three mandatory modules in the programme are Theories of Crime and Deviance, Issues in Criminal Justice and Research Methods. As for three optional modules the pursuant may select from Issues in Community Safety, Leadership and Management, Crime and Penal Policy, Policing Diversity, Policing and Crime Prevention, and Police Leadership in the 21st Century. All the six modules need to be completed along with the dissertation to get the degree.

Modules of MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice last for around 12 weeks. It is designed for nine weeks of study and three weeks of writing the assignment. The duration students get to complete the dissertation is approximately five months. Students who are unable to complete the course can take heart from the fact that the people who complete one year with three modules can exit the programme with a Postgraduate Certificate, while those who do 1.5 years with six modules may receive a Postgraduate Diploma if they opt out.

For candidates having law, politics, sociology, psychology or history background, MSc Criminology and Criminal Justice is the right programme. As for eligibility, people with a first or second class honours degree or an equivalent professional qualification may apply. Moreover, those who are able to demonstrate adequate work experience and knowledge can get enrolled even when they do not possess an undergraduate degree. Here is some more information about the criminology degree in Middle East.

About Stafford
Stafford is a resource centre for top UK universities providing an array of distance courses in several fields. When it comes to online management training courses, they simply stand out. Doctorates, masters, bachelors, diplomas and certificates, they offer it all. They work in collaboration with several UK universities of worldwide repute.

Contact Information

Email: info@staffordglobal.org

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