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Welcome to Global College Malta

Introduction to Global College Malta pg. 1 Lecturers pg. 2 SmartCity Malta pg. 3 Foundation Course pg. 4 BA in Management pg. 5 MBA pg. 6 MSc. Cloud Computing with Management pg. 7 Scholarships & Awards pg. 8 Additional Opportunities pg. 9 How to Apply pg. 9

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Global College Malta (GCM) is the first College in SmartCity Malta. GCM intends to offer a Foundation Course in Management with English, a BA in Management, an MBA course and an MSc: Cloud Computing with Management, commencing September 2013.

7 reasons to study at GCM

1. Fees 15% less than in UK 2. Scholarships available for intake in September 2013 3. Unique management courses in beautiful Malta 4. British Education Culture ensured by experienced British teaching staff 5. Inspiring Atmosphere of emerging SmartCity Malta and a brand new college 6. Modern environment created in a newly finished building in SmartCity Malta in accordance with international standards 7. Welcoming people from various cultural backgrounds and all walks of life
GCM is an accredited college by the National Commission for Further and Higher Education in Malta. In the future, GCM will work closely with British and other International Universities to offer their degrees in Malta. GCM innovates business and management education with a unique Foundation Course in Management with English, a new BA in Management, an MBA program and an MSc: Cloud Computing with Management that follow top priority areas in todays economy. Inspired by the British education culture and designed by prestigious academics with experience in the theory and practice of management, the programs offered at Global College Malta cover current key development areas in business and management.

Located in the heart of the Mediterranean and known for its stable economy, nice weather, safety and pro-education culture, Malta is the ideal setting for students. With over 300 days of sunshine a year and excellent connections to three continents, Malta is also the ideal business destination and home to a new generation of leaders. Maltas strategic position, and membership of the EU has made this country an important hub, connecting three continents. Malta also benefits from a stable government and an extremely low crime rate in comparison to other European countries. These factors, as well as the high level of literacy in English, have made Malta one of the top destinations for expatriate and students of English. In addition this sun-soaked destination is considered by International Livings 2011 Quality of Life Index to have the best climate in the world. The cost of living is also very affordable, and rental of accommodation is among the cheapest in Europe. Not surprisingly, this country ranked the 15th best place to live in the whole world (International Living).

9 Reasons to Study in Malta

Over 300 days of sunshine a year English speaking Low cost of living Safe country Member of the EU Friendly inhabitants Beautiful place for leisure Historical treasures everywhere

Expenditure: Valletta, MT London, UK New York, USA Dubai, UAE Food + 28% + 28% - 9% Housing + 96% + 121% + 37% Clothes - 5% - 30% + 4% Transportation + 121% + 37% - 32% Personal Care - 15% - 5% - 12% Entertainment + 70% + 74% + 48% Total more than Malta more than Malta by 73% by 58% more than Malta by 8%

Global College Malta

Faculty of Management
GCM welcomes competitive applicants with a deep understanding of cultural issues and corporate social responsibility, who wish to enrich their practical management experience with new insights of todays global economy. The goal of the business and management programs at Global College Malta is to produce managers who think out of the box and continuously improve their leadership skills and the organisational culture in their companies. The new courses designed by world renowned academics at Global College Malta provide a unique and intellectually engaging learning experience which shapes candidates vision for tomorrows business environment. The courses combine academic knowledge with applied training which builds students strategic view of management and describes in greater depth the complexity and dynamics of the business arena. The main goal of the management and business courses offered by Global College Malta is to prepare leaders who are able to innovate and improve the quality of management decision-making, whilst instilling healthy business practice in their organisations. The learning environment at GCM is supported by the multicultural vision that stands at the core of the program. Maltas strategic position in the European Union and its unique location facilitates the interaction between different cultures. Competitive applicants who enrol in any of the courses seek to broaden awareness of cultural issues and become responsible leaders in a global market. The Faculty of Management at Global College Malta offers courses from sub degree level through to post graduate.

Meet Some of Our Lecturers

Throughout my life I have been very lucky and I find the harder I work, the better my luck gets. For many years I lecturered at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh while simultaneously starting and developing a Management Consultancy which continues to work throughout Europe. My public ethos has seen me appointed to various Government commissions and task forces in the area of Enterprise and Social Enterprise and I have written several books on these topics. Finally I derive much pleasure from the broadcasting work I do for the BBC with much fun being had in the comedy shows in which I perform. Life is good and we should work hard to make it better for everyone. Ray Donnelly R.D. M.Ed. M.B.A. Ph.D

At present I am a part-time tutor and mentor for college lecturers enrolled on the PG and UG Teaching Qualification Further Education at the University of Dundee. I also work as a consultant in Scotlands colleges providing support for staff undertaking professional development awards. I have over 25 years experience in the post-compulsory education sector as a lecturer in business education, senior lecturer, head of department, quality of learning and teaching manager and director of curriculum. During this time I was seconded to Her Majestys Inspectorate of Education as an Associate Assessor and also to the Scottish Qualifications Authority as an External Verifier and Principal Examiner at Advanced Higher level. Moira A Glencorse MSc, DipCom, TQFE Twenty years ago I jumped from managing an agency into the salary-less and draughty world of self-employment, designing courses on the soft skills areas of management. It was the right decision. It gave me the opportunity to explore also an intriguing form of painting, the ancient art form of using pigmented beeswax. Creativity in the forms of painting commissions, garden design and writing poetry reflect my zest for life in both work and play. Thus I teach management and enterprise and organise a busy consultancy while indulging myself in my other interests. No one says at the end: I wish Id spent more time at the office! Chris Williams MSc I have had both a business and an academic career, working for British Steel in Scotland and Lloyds the Underwriters in London, and teaching at Manchester Metropolitan University and Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh. My background is in IT, and in the 80s I switched to Occupational Psychology, gaining a PhD from Manchester University. I have published numerous papers and books and am currently director of a management consultancy. My interests include history, golf, and metal detecting. Married, with a daughter. Howard Kahn MA, MSc, PhD

SmartCity Malta
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Encompassing an area of 360,000 m2 along the picturesque coast close to Valletta (Capital City) and Malta International Airport, SmartCity Malta will offer a harmonious blend of office, residential and retail spaces, with one-third of the land set aside as open areas for leisure and relaxation. From the selection of building materials and construction methods, to implementing intelligent systems to conserve power and water, SmartCity is committed to protect the environment and provide its inhabitants with comfortable, productive and healthy spaces.

Foundation Course in Management with English

The Foundation Course in Management with English is to be introduced by Global College Malta as a first course for students who intend to proceed to study for a degree in management at Global College Malta. It is a unique course in that it has three components - Management Studies, English Language Studies, and Management Skills. For students who do not desire to attend university, the course will act as a valuable stand-alone introduction to Management and the English language, thus advancing their skills portfolio. The introduction of management skills will also greatly benefit students in the job market.

The aims of the course:

To transfer basic management skills to students; To enable students to continue their degree studies at Global College Malta; Through application of the language, develop a level of fluency in English that will provide students with a sound foundation for job applications and career advancement (e.g. IELTS 6-6.5). The course will contribute significantly to further development of key competences such as Communication in a Foreign Language, Mathematical Competence, Digital Competence, Learning to Learn, Social and Civic Competence, Sense of Initiative and Entrepreneurship, and Cultural Awareness and Expression.

Entry Requirements: Students should possess With reference to the English education system, one GCE A level pass at a minimum grade of C and five GCSE exam grades at a minimum level 2, including Maths and English. Or the equivalent of the above from another recognised education system. English Language English minimum IELTS 5 or equivalent (English preparatory course available for those who do not meet this standard). If an applicant does not meet the above requirements, any other relevant qualification(s) and/or evidence of relevant experience will be reviewed by the GCM Admissions Panel to agree their acceptance for entry. Applicants who do not meet the minimum entry requirements in English Language will be offered a 6-week English Preparatory Course prior to the start of the Foundation Course in Management with English. The entrance requirements for the English Preparatory Course are an IELTS score of 4 or equivalent.

Modules:
What is management? I. How do Organisations work? I. Enterprise I. Quantitative Methods for Managers I. English language skills Skills course in presentation Skills Effective Communications Goal Setting IT Skills Teamwork English language skills What is management? II. How do Organisations work? II. Enterprise II. Quantitative Methods for Managers II. English language skills

Duration: 40 weeks Fees: 6,000

For more information about the course please contact

enquiries@gcmalta.com.

The Bachelor of Arts in Management

The Bachelor of Arts in Management is designed to give students a general understanding of and aptitude for business and management. It provides a grounding in all the subjects which contribute to the development of the general manager.

The aims of the course:

The course will provide students with understanding, knowledge and subject skills relating to the principles and practices of modern business management. It will develop subject interests by introducing students to a range of specialist modules as well as giving a firm foundation to the crucial areas of accountancy, finance and economics and their impact on management decisions. The course will encourage intellectual curiosity. This will contribute to the continuing professional development of an effective manager and produce graduates who are capable of operating in a multidisciplined environment and in a variety of sectors and functions.

Modules:
The content of the course includes study of the following subjects: In the First Year: Management Economics Accountancy and Finance Quantitative Methods In the Second Year: Organisational Behaviour Marketing Management Strategic Management Enterprise for Managers In the Third Year: Human Resource Management Market Research International Management Supply Chain Management Duration: 3 years Fees: 5,000 (EU) & 7,000 (non-EU) per academic year

Entry Requirements: Students should possess Two GCE A levels (no specific requirements) and five GCSE passes (English and Maths) or international equivalent or a pass in GCMs Foundation Course. English Language English minimum IELTS 6 or equivalent.

The Master in Business Administration

Emphasising the development of practical management skills, this MBA offers its participants the opportunity to study alongside and share cross-cultural insights with people from other countries. It brings real business relevance to participants studies, allowing them to gain the knowledge, skills and competencies to operate and manage effectively in the local and global business environment.

The aims of the course:

Provide an intellectually challenging and vocationally relevant learning experience where participants can develop and demonstrate a critical knowledge and understanding of the theoretical concepts of business and management and their utility in improving business and management practice. Provide participants with knowledge and development of understanding in the functional areas of management, and their interaction with the contextual forces which impact organisations. Progress participants understanding and development towards the ability to take a strategic view of management, encompassing the complexity and dynamics of business and management. Facilitate the development and demonstration of participants intellectual skills of information processing, analysis, synthesis, critical appraisal, creativity and innovation and their ability to manage and make decisions in situations of ambiguity and uncertainty. Deepen understanding and broaden awareness of cultural issues. Produce managers who are able to improve the quality of management decision-making, leadership, and business practice across a range of organisations and in a variety of contexts. Give graduating managers a thorough understanding and appreciation of the importance of ethics and corporate social responsibility in the modern manager.

Entry Requirements:
Students should possess An honours degree from a recognised University or equivalent institution, or A graduate level professional qualification in an appropriate field of study from a recognised University or appropriate comparable institution, or A pre-masters programme approved by GCM, or Any other management qualification or experience the Admissions Committee deem suitable. Prior experience Applicants must also have a minimum of two years relevant work experience, although this need not necessarily be continuous, and may have been undertaken on a voluntary or unpaid basis. Applicants should also demonstrate a level of maturity appropriate for the study of business and management at a strategic level. Evidence in support of this may may come from a record of work, from referees comments, and/or from an interview. English Language Students must also be able to provide satisfactory evidence of a level of attainment in English Language commensurate with study at Masters level in the College. In most cases, this will be a minimum TOEFL score of 575 or a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 average. For more information about the course please contact enquiries@gcmalta.com.

Modules:
Marketing Economics Accountancy and Finance Quantitative Methods and Research Dissertation on an agreed topic Strategic Management Organisational Behaviour/HRM Leadership E-Business

Duration: 3 semesters (one academic year) Fees: 8,000 (EU) & 10,000 (non-EU)

MSc: Cloud Computing with Management

The Master of Science (MSc) has been designed to attract people with a first degree in Computer Engineering / Information Technology related subjects. The course on Cloud Computing with Management is unique as it was developed in cooperation with Wharfedale Technologies, Inc. (WFT) a leader in providing innovative SAP services on the cloud. The modules in the course will introduce students to the various areas of Cloud Technology as well as business related topics. Professionals from WFT will teach all the cloud related subjects face to face in Malta. The MSc offered by GCM is a leading edge technological degree with business management. In addition, those who are successful in this course will have the strategic knowledge, insight and understanding to become successful leaders in this highly technical area. Alternatively, they would have been introduced to the concept of enterprise and may opt to start their own business in the Cloud domain. The three-semester full-time MSc is designed to prepare graduates for leadership roles in cutting edge technology organisations.

The aims of the course:

To educate businesses on how they can utilize the characteristics of cloud and its benefits such as scalability, elasticity and utility billing to reduce their Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and increase Return on Investment (ROI). To assess, evaluate, and apply the necessary tools to analyze an organizations assets and verify if the cloud security and privacy implications are justifiable in implementing Cloud Computing. To understand business requirements and be able to propose the right cloud solution. To understand how Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) applications are deployed on cloud and the benefits of doing so. To develop cloud products and explore the possibility of bringing them to market on a profitable basis and more...

Modules:
Introduction to Key Cloud & Networking Concepts Cloud Storage & Virtualization Concepts (CSVC) Cloud Virtualization Management (CVM) Cloud Configuration Management (CCM) Enterprise Application Management (EAM) Leadership Management Management & Enterprise Project Management Dissertation

Deg ree Courses

Entry Requirements: Students should possess
An honours degree in Computer Engineering (minimum 2:1), or related discipline from a recognized University or equivalent institution, or A professional qualification in Information Technology / Computer Sciences from a recognized University or appropriate comparable institution, or Any other qualification or experience the Admissions Committee deem suitable.

English Language

Students must also be able to provide satisfactory evidence of a level of attainment in the English Language commensurate with study at Masters level in the College. In most cases, this would be a minimum TOEFL score of 575 or a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 average.

If an applicant does not meet the above requirements, any other relevant qualification(s) and/or evidence of relevant experience will be reviewed by the GCM Admissions Committee to agree on their acceptance for entry. For more information about the course please contact enquiries@gcmalta.com.

Duration: 3 semesters (one academic year) 7 Fees: 30,000 (EU & non-EU)

Scholarships Awards
GCMs Scholarships After-graduation Award
The three types of scholarships offered by GCM take the form of a reduction in the normal tuition fees by the specified amounts.

1. Early Payment

Eligible: Accepted applicants who pay their full fees before the start date of the course. Amount: 400 for the Foundation in Management with English 400 for the BA in Management 500 for the MBA 400 for the MSc: Cloud Computing with Management

This award is unique as it gives a chance to students who did not achieve good grades during their studies previous to entering GCM and were thus not eligible for the Merit Scholarship. All students (except those who received a Merit Scholarship) can compete for this scholarship, which will refund up to 80% of one years fees. One student will be selected for this award from the graduating class from each degree course; thus the student will be competing with only about 20 other students (depending on the number of students within each degree course).

Eligibile: The best student from each degree course, who did not receive the Merit & Motivation Scholarship. Amount: 4000 for the Foundation in Management with English 4000 for the BA in Management 6000 for the MBA

2. Merit & Motivation

Eligible: All exceptional students. The students will be assessed through criteria such as: transcript of records, achievements outside education and the motivation behind their decision to study at GCM. Amount: Up to 4000 for the Foundation in Management with English Up to 4000 for the BA in Management Up to 6000 for the MBA Up to 10,000 for the MSc: Cloud Computing with Management

After-graduation Employment

Eligible: All students of the MSc: Cloud Computing with Management.

Wharfedale Technologies, Inc. (WFT) will employ typically the top 20% of each graduating class, with an enhanced package that will allow recipients to recoup the cost of attending the MSc. course within two to three years.

If you are interested in applying for this scholarship, please send your transcript of records, CV, a motivation letter and two letters of recommendation to: enquiries@gcmalta.com. Applicants will be assessed on an individual basis. The highest scholarship will be awarded to the most exceptional student. The rest of the GCM fund will be allocated according to the decision of the Board of Trustees. Their decision is final. All applicants will be informed about the results one month prior to the start of the academic year.

3. Loyalty

Eligible: Students who complete their degree at Global College Malta and decide to progress to another degree offered by GCM.

For more information about the Award and Scholarships please contact enquiries@gcmalta.com.

The total amount will vary according to achievements in the previous studies.

Global College Malta, SmartCity Malta, SCM01, Ricasoli, Malta tel.: +356 21801252, enquiries@gcmalta.com, www.gcmalta.com

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Short Courses Short courses are offered as an extra-curricular activity. We have 6 courses on offer and students can attend one per semester. Each student will receive a certificate of attendance, which can serve as a valuable add on to their CVs. Internships Students will get an opportunity to gain important experience through unpaid internship in local businesses. If you are interested in an internship, please send an official application to enquiries@ gcmalta.com. The deadlines for applications are the 1st of October and the 1st of February. Employment Opportunities The Students Support Office will advise students on their employment opportunities, reviewing their CVs and how to apply for a position either in Malta or in the EU. Separate Modules There might be students who had started a degree and not finished it for one reason or other. These students are being given the opportunity to either join a degree course where they left it or else to attend one or more modules in order to enhance their CV. Supporting Documents include: Application Form Certificates from your previous degrees Transcripts of Records (official documents from your school or certified copies by notary or similar) English Language Certificate (if English was not the language of the instruction of your previous education) For MBA: Proof of work experience (2 years) When sending an application, please send the Application Form and all supporting documents.

The application form (together with the supporting documents) can be delivered either by email, in person, or by courier. Please note that every student will be asked to present originals of all the documents at the time of an official admission to Global College Malta upon arrival. On receiving the application, the Admissions Office will process the application and an applicant will receive the provisional admission offer within two weeks. In some cases an offer may be conditional (for example, if the final results are pending or if some documents are missing). Where this is the case an applicant or an agent will be informed of any additional requirements before an unconditional offer can be made. In such cases, please liaise closely with the admissions office to ensure that all conditions can be lifted as quickly as possible. If an applicant has been accepted unconditionally, an unconditional offer will be made and he/she will be invited to accept the offer. A deposit from tuition fees would be required to reserve an applicant a place at Global College Malta. The payment of the deposit serves as an official acceptance of the admission offer. For details on tuition fees, installment plans, deposits and scholarships please contact the Admissions Office. If you need to apply for the student visa, transport or accommodation services, please contact the Admissions Office through admissions@gcmalta.com.

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Global College Malta, SmartCity Malta, SCM01, Ricasoli, Malta tel.: +356 21801252, enquiries@gcmalta.com, www.gcmalta.com