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Degree: MBA in Information Technology Management and MBA in Aviation Management Where: Emirates Aviation College Apply: Call Shereen Afana on 04 2189104 or email: shereen.afana@emirates.com The Emirates Aviation College, Academic and Aerospace Studies Division, recently added an MBA in Information Technology Management to its range of postgraduate programmes. The programme is being offered in collaboration with Coventry University in the UK. It is aimed at managers, potential managers and IT professionals who want to specialise in Information Technology Management.

The college also recently announced the expansion of its MBA programme in Aviation Management, which is its flagship MBA course. Due to its popularity and success, it was decided to expand the offering to meet the growing needs of the global aviation industry. The Aviation Management MBA programme will be launched in Singapore at the Austin Institute of Management in April and in the UK at Coventry University Technology Park in September. These two new centres will provide the opportunity and flexibility for students to study modules in Singapore, UK as well as in Dubai.

The third academic course offered by the college, the MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management, has already attracted a large number of students since its launch in October last year. It caters to professionals working in the logistics field. fast tracking professional development

Degree: Bachelors in Midwifery Programme Where: Dubai Women's College Apply: Call 04 267 2929 or visit http://dwc.hct.ac.ae/ Dubai Women's College (DWC) has launched a new full time Bachelors Programme in Midwifery this month. The programme is said to be the first of its kind in the UAE and is co-sponsored by the Department of Health and Medical Services/ Dubai Health Authority (DOHMS/DHA). Currently 24 registered nurses from Al Wasl and Dubai Hospitals have enrolled in the programme.

The programme will equip students with the special skill sets and knowledge required to ensure the safety and wellbeing of an expecting mother and her baby, especially during childbirth. Students will receive both theoretical and practical experience in all areas of maternal, foetal and infant care. Upon completion of the programme, the midwives will be able to professionally assist mothers and families both in clinics, hospital settings and in the community.

Through this programme, DWC and DOHMS aim to enhance public awareness regarding the important role of midwives in the community. Dr Howard Reed, Director of Dubai Women's College, said: "Students in this programme come from 10 countries and DWC is proud to collaborate with the Dubai Health Authority in meeting Dubai's shortage of health professionals." business flying high healthcare excellence Degree: Bachelor of Information Technology in Management Information Systems and Bachelor of Computer Science in Digital Security Systems Where: University of Wollongong in Dubai Apply: Call 04 367 2400 or email info@uowdubai.ac.ae University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) has launched two new bachelor programmes in information technology; the Bachelor of Information Technology in Management Information Systems and Bachelor of Computer Science in Digital Security Systems.

Both programmes are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, in addition to being accredited by the Australian government. Officials say the programmes are fully recognised within the UAE, the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) and internationally for further education and employment in the private and public sectors. The Bachelor of Information in Management Information Systems programme is designed to meet the demand for graduates capable of developing, implementing and managing large-scale information systems so that they could determine the economic value and the strategic role of information technology.

The Bachelor of Computer Science in Digital Security Systems is designed to develop proficient information security professionals capable of protecting information assets from all types of threats. It provides students with practical knowledge and skills necessary to understand, analyse and design information security solutions to protect an organisation's information assets and equip students with expertise to mitigate security risks. "At UOWD, we have structured these programmes to incorporate new components to make them relevant to the regional market," said Rob Whelan, president of UOWD. "We anticipate an increased demand for these programmes as the UAE steps up its efforts towards becoming a knowledge hub and businesses increase their dependence on IT for diverse needs.

Also, threats to IT infrastructure have been on the rise in this part of the world; hence the need for proficient IT professionals will only grow." The normal duration of each programme is eight semesters, based on two semesters of study per year. Students may complete the programme sooner if they choose to enrol for the summer semesters. Students may take fewer subjects per semester, but those enrolled on a university-sponsored student visa must take a minimum of three subjects per semester. expanding it options Degree: Fashion Design and Fashion Marketing and Retailing Where: Heriot-Watt University Dubai Apply: Call 04 361 6999 or email dubaienquiries@hw.ac.uk As Dubai is fast becoming a fashion hub it makes sense to nurture homegrown talent. Heriot-Watt University's School of Textiles and Design has launched two degree programmes at its campus in Dubai International Academic City.

The fashion courses, Fashion Design and Fashion Marketing and Retailing, will commence next September. Over the years, leading designers such as Vivienne Westwood, Jasper Conran and Zandra Rhodes have been named honorary graduates and actively support the school. The two new programmes will provide students with knowledge of the fashion industry whilst undertaking specialist studies and provide them with a developed and clear understanding of their individual identity as fashion industry professionals. Speaking about the new BA (Hons) fashion courses, Professor Brian Smart, a deputy principal of the university and executive dean and head of the Dubai campus, said: "We at Heriot-Watt University recognise the importance of nurturing homegrown fashion talent and are delighted to be able to offer both Fashion Design and Fashion Marketing and Retailing degree programmes here at our Dubai campus.

We look forward to contributing to the fashion industry in the region, sharing our international expertise and providing students with excellent career opportunities." Fashion forward Course: Continued professional development courses in the Professional Development Unit Where: British University in Dubai Apply: Call 04 391 3626 or email info@buid.ac.ae

The British University in Dubai (BUiD) this month announced the launch of a new professional development unit (PDU) in response to the growing regional demand for specialised fast-track training. BUiD will work closely with corporate clients to create tailored educational and practical programmes that will provide a continued professional development route to enhance participants' roles in the workplace.

"The university is committed to encouraging professional development across regional public and private sectors," said Dr Abdullah Al Shamsi, vice-chancellor at BUiD. "We are pleased to welcome Mary Mayall to head this new unit of study that will offer expert instruction and industry specific tools across fields that complement BUiD's current academic disciplines." BUiD's current master's programmes are available in the fields of Education, Human Resource Management (HRM), Finance and Banking, Project Management (PM), Information Technology and Information Technology Management, Sustainable Design of the Built Environment and Systems Engineering.

Under the professional development unit, organisations and individuals have the option of taking independent master's units as a 'continued professional development' course in their specific area of interest. "The professional development unit is designed to allow business organisations the opportunity to gain key industry specific skills through BUiD courses," said Mary Mayall. Al Shamsi added: "The urgent need for professional development across regional businesses is reemphasised by the immediate requests BUiD has received to create customised programmes for corporate clients. At the launch of this unit, we have partnered with Merck Serono Middle East, a division of Merck KGaA, the German pharmaceutical and chemical company with operations in 61 countries."