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STUDY JAMAICA
PRESENTED BY: MARLENE PORTER December 7, 2015 ICEF North America Workshop, Miami
Outline
Overview on Jamaica
The Study Jamaica Programme
Why Study in Jamaica
Video Presentation
Presentation by the Educational
Institutions
Wrap up
Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO)
Jamaica’s investment & export promotion agency
Established in 1988
Our Purpose
Attract and assist investors
Promote development of Trade and Industry
Strengthen and find markets for exporters of goods and
services
Work to improve country’s business climate and investment
attractiveness
Who we are
JAMPRO
QUICK FACTS ON JAMAICA
Population: 2.7 million.
The third largest Caribbean island.
Largest English speaking island in
the Caribbean
Strategically located
885 KM South of Miami
Democratically elected government,
every 5 years.
Overview of Jamaica
Source: Statistical Institute of Jamaica
Captivating Beauty
Amazing landscapes
Overview of Jamaica
TOURISM
Exquisite natural attractions
Lush vegetation
Vast stretches of white sand beaches
JAMAICA, NO PROBLEM
Diverse Attractions
YS Falls
Dolphin Cove
Bob Sled Ride
Canopy Tour
Kool Runnings Water Park
Belfield Great House
Overview of Jamaica
OUR MOTTO: “OUT OF MANY, ONE PEOPLE”
Overview of Jamaica
CULTURE
Diverse religion
Delectable cuisine – mouth watering, tasty and favourful
The most ethnically diverse island in the region
Traditional dance and music
Port Royal Kingston, Jamaica
Entertainment
Bold….Innovative…Talented
Overview of Jamaica
MUSIC Reggae, Rocksteady, Ska, Dancehall …
Bob Marley
Overview of Jamaica
SPORTS
Home of the Sunshine Girls
(Netball Team)
Home of the Reggae Boyz football team
U-17 Qualifiers for World Cup
Home of cricket greats
Home of the FASTEST MAN ON EARTH… Usain Bolt
Our Infrastructure
Overview of Jamaica
Modern air and road links and
telecommunications
We have excellent
connectivity
Major Industries
Overview of Jamaica
Manufacturing
Overview of Jamaica
GREAT JAMAICAN BRANDS
Agriculture
Indigenous products with distinctive flavour profiles
Overview of Jamaica
Creative Industries
Overview of Jamaica
THE STUDY JAMAICA PROGRAMME
Study Jamaica
Jamaica offers a dynamic learning environment
The essence of the STUDY JAMAICA brand lies in the opportunity for students
to pursue their field of study while immersing
themselves in the unique lifestyle, the rich culture and the vibes that define
Jamaica
Jamaica has the capacity to deliver a sound product and an extraordinary experience in this area
The prospects, possibilities and promises in this field is encapsulated in the Study Jamaica brand
• Jamaica is one of the Caribbean’s leading scientific research and academic destination
• The island boasts a wide range of quality institutions of higher learning
• Jamaica has produced many brilliant scholars in the fields of arts, science and technology. We have produced world renowned writers, artists, scientists and innovators
Why Study Jamaica?
Experience Academic Excellence
• International education on a budget
• We offer an affordable option for studying abroad
Why Study Jamaica?
Enjoy Competitive Tuition Fees
• Our universities offer a wide range of degrees
• And in addition students have the opportunity to have a well honed education
Why Study Jamaica?
Diverse Choices
• Jamaican universities have internationally accredited programmes
• Graudates of Jamaican universities have gained acceptance in prestigious graduate programmes worldwide
• Our graduates hold key positions in major corporations worldwide
Internationally accredited programmes
• This is captured in our motto “OUT OF MANY, ONE PEOPLE”
• Enabling learning with a diverse group
Why Study Jamaica?
Diverse Ethnic Backgrounds
Summer All Year Round
Breath-taking
scenery Sports Vibrant
culture
Why Study Jamaica?
VIDEO PRESENTATION
Contact Us
……ON THE WEB
jamaicatradeandinvest.org
………ON THE PHONE OR IN PERSON
HEAD OFFICE 18 Trafalgar Road Kingston 10, Jamaica W.I. Phone: +1 876 978 7755; 978-3337 Fax: +1 876 946 0090 email: [email protected]
LONDON OFFICE 1 Prince Consort Road, London SW7 2BZ, England Phone: + 44 20 7 584 8894 Fax: + 44 20 7 823 9886 email: [email protected]
CANADA OFFICE 303 Eglinton Avenue East, 2nd Floor Toronto, Ontario, M4P 1L3, Canada Tel: 416-932-2200 (main), 416-598-3008 Fax: 416-932-2207 Toll-Free 1-877-744-2208 E-mail: [email protected]
JAMAICA OVERSEAS
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