ANCHOR St Clements University E-Magazine

Editorial: St Clements University Group in Front of the Trend

Volume 3, Number 1 February 2012

Congratulations to H.E. Dr. Noun Samphea

Swiss International Seminars

Professional Organisations

News

One of St Clements University Group’s Doctorate Candidates Becomes an Assistant Professor

Open Letter to St Clements University Group Alumni

Singapore Graduation Convocation November 2011

Professor George Reiff Honored with a Doctor

Honoris Causa

Recognition of Ph.D Dissertations

St Clements University College

Liberia Staff

Somalia Website Change

ANCHOR is the official magazine of the St Clements University Group

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Editor: Adrian Williams

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Editorial: St Clements University Group in Front of the Trend A number of traditional universities are trying to demonstrate the relevance of their degrees by getting them industry accredited. This is getting their programs recognised for membership by professional bodies in their discipline field. St Clements University Group has always worked on having its degrees industry accredited and this is the reason it has a strong relationship with a number of professional bodies. It has been a very early mover in this trend.

Swiss International Seminars

Date: 14th to 27th May 2012 St Clements Private Swiss University in cooperation with the Institute of Management Specialists, London Graduates School and Albion College offer seminar programs in:

• Strategic Leadership for Peak Performance • Environmental Management Workshop • Computer-Aided Investigation and Internet

Tools for Fraud Examiners • Management Training Workshop • Advanced Project Management Workshop • E-Learning Workshop • Human Resource Management Workshop • Advanced Management Program.

Attending candidates will receive a Master Class Certificate. Those wishing to be assessed can receive a St Clements University Executive Certificate which will be accepted as an elective subject in the MBA, IMBA and MBA in Financial Management program. Successful candidates will also receive an Executive Certificate from the Institute of Management Specialists. The program will count as 3CPD points for membership upgrade.

Somalia Website Change St Clements University – Somalia – www.stclements.edu/Somalia - has altered the number of DBA programs it offers from three to one program with three major disciplines areas and changed the Professional Business and Technical Management recognition to the Faculty of Professional Business and Technical Management.

Congratulations to H.E. Dr. Noun Samphea Congratulations to H.E. Dr. Noun Samphea for his excellent achievements and merits serving the Kingdom of Cambodia with the award of the Royal order of Cambodia Grand Cross. This award was bestowed as Royal recognition of his tireless work in the participation of building and reconstruction of the country.

Recognition of Ph.D Dissertations Dr. Mohamed A. Eno is one of our Ph.D graduates to have his Ph.D dissertation published. This is another example of the high standard of St Clements University Group’s Ph.D dissertations. Lambert Academic Publishing has asked a number of our Ph.D graduates for the right to publish their Ph.D dissertations.

One of St Clements University Group’s Doctorate Candidates Becomes an Assistant Professor

Professor Allan Kwesi Asante-Yeboah has been awarded as an Honorary Assistant Professor at the Universidad Empresarial de Costa Rica. He heads an international consulting organisation based in Ghana www.oaaghana.org. He also has established an animal husbandry organization www.manadomafarms.com. It is always good to hear from our successful candidates.

Professional Organisations News

The Institute of Management Specialists In 2011 the Institute of Management Specialists reviewed its purpose as a professional body. It decided that its prime purpose was not just to recognise the professional development of management specialists but to encourage them, particularly those who are members of the Institute to upgrade their education and knowledge both in general management and the field they specialise in. This is being done by encouraging members to participate in Continuing Professional Development. It has set up a range of points for various CPD activities (short courses, in house development programs, and seminar workshops). Organisations can approach the IMS to get their programs rated for CPD points making it easier for the IMS participants to claim CPD points for those programs.

IPFM and AMS Join the FCPAI The Institute of Professional Financial Managers (IPFM) and the Academy of Multi-Skills (AMS) have joined the Federation of Certified Professional Associations and Institutes www.certifiedprofessionalinstitutes.com

The Academy of Multi-Skills The Academy of Multi-Skills is now listed on the UK Register of Learning Providers.

Start an Alumni Chapter One of the co-sponsors for ‘Anchor’ is the St Clements University Alumni Society. It is the umbrella body for all Alumni groups and represents St Clements University Group graduates. The Initial body forming the Society was the Alumni Chapter for Nigerian graduates. ‘Anchor’ is designed to keep Alumni members up to date with what is happening in the St Clements University Group. Where Alumni have the opportunity to meet together to discuss various topics the management of St Clements University Group would encourage Alumni to form Chapters and meet monthly, quarterly or annually to keep in contact with each other. If you wish to form an Alumni Chapter in your area contact the President Dr. David Le Cornu via email admin@stclements.edu. He will advertise events in ‘Anchor” to encourage Alumni in your area join a Chapter. A number of St Clements University graduates have indicated their interest in receiving a second degree for the work they have completed for their St Clements University degree. St Clements University (has archived the assessment papers for all graduates) can make available the assessment records to other educational institutions, who wish to reassess the work completed, for the issuing of a second degree based on this work. University Consortium has a number of UNESCO listed Universities, which will evaluated the work completed for your St Clements University degree and issue a degree based on it. These can be at Bachelor, Master and Doctorate level depending on the level of your St Clements University degree. For more details please write to Dr John Tan, Director of International Affairs at bnhaw@tm.net.my

TUTORIAL COLLEGE OF COMMERCE

Tutorial College of Commerce (TCOC) is the Supportive College and Tutorial Centre for Vocational Training and Academic Learning.

It was established in 1979 to offer academic, vocational and professional courses for those taking various public body examinations.

TCOC BSc., MBA and DBA courses have been recognised by various universities.

Further information may be obtained from, the Principal at:- profblankson@ssm.org.uk

Dual Degree from University Consortium

SwissInternational

Seminars Swiss Quality Assured

Website: www.scusuisse.ch Email: scu@cbcl.ch

A warm welcome from the President

Dear Prospective Course Participants,

It is my pleasure to invite you to participate in a life-changing experience that a group of client-focused institutions have initiated in Switzerland.

What We are offering to you We have developed state-of-the art seminars branded as Swiss International Seminars. They will be run by experienced professionals and subject experts who have been tried and tested. Our faculty combines the best of Swiss Quality, British Pragmatism, and down-to-earth American approaches in content and delivery.

Three examples of why participants like our seminars: • You will acquire knowledge and skills that are in high demand. • You can apply what you learn immediately to your career. • You will get tips on how to succeed in life.

Our Experience Over the past 20 years or so colleagues in the consortium that are putting up these Swiss international Seminars have been involved in Executive Capacity Building Seminars for both the private sector and governmental departments and agencies. We have staged seminars in London, Dubai, South Africa, Ghana, Edinburgh, Aberdeen and in Nigeria. We feel flattered by the high rating and confidence we have been privileged to get from individual participants at our seminars, and from the organisations that sponsor these participants. We would like to place these benefits at your disposal. We hope to see you as a person, or one of your staff that you will nominate to attend one of our seminars. Please contact scu@cbcl.ch for further information.

Dr. David Le Cornu, DBA. President: St Clements University Group

Chief Host

Open Letter to St Clements University Group Alumni Dr. Mohamed A. Eno

Dean of St Clements University Somalia Dear Alumni, I would like to take this opportunity to share my view regarding PD in our areas of specialisation or professional functions. The fast pace of the global trends, though said to offer opportunities, also pose challenges in their multitude. One of the most successful ways which our alumni can face some of these challenges is by participation in seminars, workshops and professional conferences that contribute to the PD (Professional Development) of the individual. This is to emphasise that, despite the academic merits and well achieved credentials; it is indispensable for particularly our new graduates, professionals and up-coming scholars to join their respective relevant professional associations so as to keep abreast of the new developments in their professions. Although some of these activities may require some costs in subscription and/or participation fees etc, what we gain by professional (face-to-face) interaction with area experts and other experts is much more valuable than the expenses we may incur towards achieving the noble goal of being up to date in our chosen areas of specialisation. Such interactions have the potential of not only updating us on new trends in our profession but may as well provide us with professional solutions to some of the problems we may be encountering in our day to day activities. However, we should be careful when we choose which professional associations we would want to join; whereas some institutions have reputable standing, others may not be as active and focused. This will take you a little bit of research on the profile of the organisation in order to be sure that its activities and culture represent your desire. In respect of those benefits, and according to the experience I have gained in terms of Professional Development and association with professional bodies, I kindly recommend to our alumni to consider this matter seriously and join their respective professional organisations in order to have a presence as well as recognition in what they do and who they are in their professional life, in the face of a constantly transforming world society.

Professor George Reiff Honored with a Doctor Honoris Causa St Clements University’s Professor George Reiff has been honored with a Doctor Honoris Causa by the National University of Saint Martin in Tarapoto, Peru on the 4th of November 2011.

The honorary doctorate has been given especially in order to honor Professor Reiff’s contribution to St Clements University’s research and upon visiting the region and lecturers and students respectively. Professor Reiff’s past article in the ‘Veritas’ magazine especially regarding the historical and legal context of the regulation of foreign degrees through contemporary laws in the Federal Republic of Germany and his work as professor for history at St Clements University found wide acclaim according to Rector Alfredo Quinteros Garcia. Dr. George Reiff is Professor for History at St Clements University. He holds a Masters of Arts from Berne University and a Ph.D in History from the Universidad Empresarial de Costa Rica. As a former Ambassador of the Parlement Mondial, George has travelled widely to promote peace and understanding. He now serves as a Representative of the Bunyoro Kingdom, a constitutionally empowered Kingdom in Uganda. He may be reached at kentuckycolonel@bluebottle.com

THE ACADEMY OF MULTI-SKILLS A Professional Body for all Multi-Skilled Personnel

219 Bow Road, London E3 2SJ Tel: +44 (0) 709 201 2910

Email: info@academyofmultiskills.org.uk Website: www.academyofmultiskills.org.uk

Certified Diplomas on Offer from AMS

CPA Certified Practitioner in Auditing CPB Certified Practitioner in Banking CPE Certified Practitioner in Economics CPFA Certified Practitioner in Forensic Accounting CPHRM Certified Practitioner in HRM CPIA Certified Practitioner in Internal Auditing CPMS Certified Practitioner in Marketing and Sales CPPFM Certified Practitioner in Public Financial Management CPPL Certified Practitioner in Procurement and Logistics CPPM Certified Practitioner in Project Management CPTM Certified Practitioner in Treasury Management

Cost

Part 1 GBP 181 Part 2 GBP 253 Parts 1 and 2 GBP 418

The cost of two books and shipping is included in the cost of the courses.

Methodology

We test all subjects by means of a thesis. The thesis is based on our recommended text for each subject. Your thesis should demonstrate a good understanding of the subject matter and incorporate your own work experiences in the area of study.

AMS is listed in Kogan Page’s annual publication British Qualifications

AMS is listed in BTEC’s Directory of UK Professional Bodies AMS is on the UK Register of Learning Providers

AMS is a member of the Federation of Certified Professional Associations and Institutes (FCPAI)

St Clements Private Swiss University Executive Training Program

• Management of Training • Environmental Management • Strategic Leadership

Date: 14th - 27th May 2012

For more details contact Professor Dr. David Iornem Assistant Vice-President of St Clements Private Swiss University at scu@cbcl.ch

Singapore Graduation Convocation November 2011

The St Clements University Singapore Graduation Convocation was held on the 6th November 2011 at the Amara Singapore Hotel. Dr. David Le Cornu President of St Clements University Group, Dr. Nagar Lai Assistant President of St Clements Private Swiss University and Dr. Abie Paula Kamara General Manager of St Clements University - Sierra Leone Centre were in attendance. While most graduates were Indonesian, graduates from Africa and other parts of South East Asia attended to receive their degrees. It was one of the highlights of 2011 for the St Clements University Group.

Dr. Nagar Lai

Dr. Abie Paula Kamara

Dr. David Le Cornu

The Society of Nursery Nursing Practitioners __________________________________________________________________________________

Registered office: 40 Archdale Road, East Dulwich, London SE22 9HJ Registered in England No: 02643610 dated 3 September 1991

t: +44(0)845 643 6832 t & f: +44(0)208 693 0555 f: +44(0)845 643 6834 e: info@snnp.org.uk w: www.snnp.org.uk

The Society of Nursery Nursing Practitioners (SNNP) was incorporated in1991. It is the only professional examining body in the field for all those who work with children and young people in day nurseries, nursery schools, reception classes, crèche, hospital special baby care units, hospital maternity wards, colleges as lecturers and administrators.

Those with extensive practical experience in the field may apply for membership, as:-

Graduates (GSNNP) Associate (ASNNP) and Fellow (FSNNP)

Students too may be justifiably proud to study for the Society’s programmes which are based upon the National Qualifications Framework.

Institutes and colleges may apply to the Society to teach its programmes.

Readers of ‘Anchor’ are cordially asked to pass the information on to colleagues, friends and interested parties.

Further information may be obtained from the Chief Executive at:- info@snnp.org.uk

THE SOCIETY OF SALES & MARKETING The Society of Sales & Marketing was incorporated in the United Kingdom in 1980. It celebrated its Silver Jubilee in 2005 at Imperial College, University of London. The Society is the only professional examining body which offers certificates in all the four areas of selling, namely- selling and sales management, marketing, retail management and international trade. As a result of the increasing demand for the Society’s qualifications, world-wide, Tutorial College of Commerce, the Society’s Supportive College and Tutorial Centre for Vocational Training and Academic Learning, has tailored the under-mentioned distance learning courses to meet the ever-changing economic climate:-

Besides the above courses , St Clements University past and present students, Graduates and members of Institute of Professional Financial Managers, Institute of Management Specialists, The Academy of Multi-Skills and Design, Technology and Management Society International may apply for professional membership as, Graduate (GSSM), Associate (ASSM) or Fellow (FSSM), depending on age, qualifications and experience. Distinguished members, managers, consultants and others may also apply for the Society’s prestigious qualification, as “Incorporated Sales & Marketing Professional” (ISMP). For more information on the Society visit www.ssm.org.uk or contact Prof Herbert Blankson at info@ssm.org.uk

• Diploma in Management Information Systems • Diploma in Consumerism, Ethics & Social Responsibility • Diploma in Marketing Planning & Control • Diploma in Marketing Communications • Diploma in Retail Management • Diploma in Import & Export Management • Diploma in Finance for Export

• Diploma in Business Communication • Diploma in Selling • Diploma in Sales Management • Diploma in Marketing • Diploma in Marketing Research Management • Diploma in Consumer Behaviour • Diploma in Consumer Law

St Clements University College Liberia Staff

Rev. Samuel Duodo is the Administrative Director of St Clements University College Liberia and is responsible for the over-all management of the Baccalaureate College. He was very instrumental in

setting up the campus and negotiating the various issues arising in the licensing application. He has successfully led the University College through its first two semesters.

Mr. Charles Tieh Bropleh is the Associate Dean of Mathematics of St Clements University College Liberia. He assists the Academic Dean on planning the academic calendar and monitoring all academic affairs. He also

works with the Administrative Director on the overall effectiveness of the University College.

Rev. Aloysius W. Kpadeh is the Academic Dean of St Clements University College Liberia and is responsible for planning the academic calendar, recruiting and assigning lecturers, coordinating

academic staff & lecturers and monitoring all academic affairs. He also works on entrance & placement of new students and makes decisions on the courses to be offered for various programs. The Dean works closely with the Administrative Director on the overall effectiveness of the University College for it to become one of the best tertiary institutions in Liberia. St Clements University College, a new tertiary institute in the nation, has the challenge to prove that she can deliver and make a difference in providing quality education which is highly needed in a nation that has had its education seriously interrupted by a long civil law.

Ms. Joy K. Saytonneh is the Cashier/Secretary of St Clements University College Liberia. Her responsibilities are to register all students for entrance and placement examinations. She also regulates all secretarial duties of the University

College and aids the Dean and Administrative Director with all information about the school and student documentation.