Released on = August 9, 2006, 1:25 am

Press Release Author = Al Khawarizmi International College -Abu Dhabi

Industry = Education

Press Release Summary = The purpose of this agreement is to provide students with
more transfer options, enhanced learning resources, and extended scientific, social
and sports programs. This agreement will also open the doors for professional
development of the teaching staff of both institutions and exchange of intellectual
expertise.

Press Release Body = PRESS RELEASE

A Milestone - Al Ain University of Science and Technology signs an Articulation
Agreement with Al Khawarizmi International College of Abu Dhabi.

Professor Kamal Nasser - COD of Al Ain University and Mr. Naeem Radi- CEO of Al
Khawarizmi International College signed an Articulation Agreement on 7 th August,
2006 at the Al Ain Rotana, to establish an academic Partnership that will prove to
be a milestone in the academic cooperation between universities in the UAE. The
signing ceremony was attended by key staff members of both institutions,
distinguished guests from the education and training field as well as members of the
press.

The purpose of this agreement is to provide students with more transfer options,
enhanced learning resources, and extended scientific, social and sports programs.
This agreement will also open the doors for professional development of the teaching
staff of both institutions and exchange of intellectual expertise.

Al Khawarizmi International College, a leading Community College in the UAE, has
come a long way over these past 20 years ever since it\'s inception in 1985. The CEO
Mr. Naeem Radi, a visionary and community conscious individual aspires to lead the
college to attain such standards that members of the society can look forward to
life-long learning opportunities.

The College offers high quality educational and training programs. The College is an
ISO 9001:2000 certified institution.

The two-year Associate Degree Programs in Business Administration and Computer
Studies are fully accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific
Research.

Students who successfully complete the Associate Degree programs can continue their
higher education towards the Bachelor degree through Transfer of Credits to many
International and Local Universities, with whom there is recognition and
articulation agreements.

Al Ain University, a reputable private non-profit body, is a leading learning centre
in the country. Established in 2005, it has advocated the concept of self-learning
and enhanced personality development by providing students with opportunities and
resources.

Although Al Ain University is less than one year old, it has succeeded in securing
accreditation for two important postgraduate programs:

Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Professional Diploma in Teaching

In addition to the above postgraduate programs, AU obtained accreditation for seven
undergraduate programs.

The AU has also submitted the following academic programs for accreditation:
Computer Engineering, Networking Engineering (in Al-Ain), Pharmacy and Dentistry in
(Abu Dhabi). The AU is in the process of preparing new programs in the
undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

The accreditation of the above mentioned postgraduate programs and preparation for
accreditation of other programs give clear indication about the ambitious strategy
adopted by the AU administration in developing its programs to become a centre of
educational excellence not only in the UAE but also in the region.




Web Site = http://www.khawarizmi.com

Contact Details = Liz Jajal

Business Development Manager- Education Programs

Al Khawarizmi International College
Sheik Saeed Bin Moh\'d Tower
Street 2, Tourist Club Area
P. O. Box: 25669
Abu Dhabi - UAE
Tel (Off): +971 2 6789700
Email: lizj@khawarizmi.com

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