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Blended Learning refers to the use of the Internet and face to face delivery of subject materials, as well as the facilitation of interaction between and among students and professors. You also"attend" online classrooms, which provide course content and a variety of communication features, including message boards, threaded discussions and chat rooms. In short, Blended Learning refers to a combination of a virtual campus with the full benefits of traditional on-campus learning with the added benefits of being completely accessible any time, anywhere.

Each term is 3 months in duration and students are allowed a maximum of 3 subjects per term, plus an additional week for the final exam. A lead professor and subject professor will guide you through the subject content and exercises, which are completely online. The subjects cover all aspects of traditional, classroom-based learning through the creative use of a variety of communication methods, such as email, message boards, threaded discussions and chat rooms. You progress by actively engaging in reading, reflecting and interactive problem-solving, often in groups.

What are the advantages of Blended Learning?

Blended Learning is student-centered, flexible and convenient mix of online and traditional face to face delivery. Furthermore with the ease of online delivery, the emphasis in the educational process shifts from teaching to learning. You do not have to follow a prescribed pattern and there is more scope for learning according to your own preferred style. In the online environment, everyone has an equal opportunity to participate in class discussions.

Is a Blended Learning program better than an on-campus program?

Our online/blended subjects offer the same rigorous academic standards and learning requirements as those of our U21 Global member universities. If your busy lifestyle does not allow you to attend on-campus classes, online education is an ideal solution. In addition, the educational experience gained from online subjects may be superior to traditional on-campus courses because the online interactive learning environment requires you to be more actively engaged in acquiring knowledge.

Our physical headquarters is located in Singapore, with excellent infrastructure and cutting-edge facilities. But really, U21Global is everywhere, available wherever a student can connect to the Internet - which is one of the advantages of operating in a virtual space.

As a student, you communicate with your peers and undertake group work through email, threaded discussion, forums and chat rooms. While this may not have the immediacy and spontaneity of the physical classroom, you enjoy a more thoughtful, deliberate and complete expression of a classmate's ideas and greater interaction in an online setting. This asynchronous nature of communication encourages everyone to contribute to class discussions.

You can communicate with professors by email and through discussion forum postings. Professors monitor and communicate with students frequently and provide feedback on projects and assignments. They also guide discussions centered on subject learning outcomes. Some professors may establish online office hours.

The U21Global Student Services team offers a comprehensive range of academic and student support services from the moment of initial enquiry to beyond graduation. Our student support includes enrolment counseling, a comprehensive and interactive online student orientation, a student handbook, study materials (online and offline mode), 24/7 technical support, career counseling and alumni services. Furthermore students have the benefit of receiving additional support from Brickfields Asia College in terms of compiled hardcopy text and study guides and also face to face instruction.

	Minimum Specifications	Recommended Specifications
Monitor	15" VGA 16 bit colours 1024 x 768 screen resolution	17" SVGA or bigger 16 bit of colours or higher 1280 x 1024 screen resolution or higher
Processor	Pentium 233MHz	Pentium III 1.2GHz
RAM	128MB	256MB
Hard Disk Space	Minimum 1.5 GB of available space	Minimum 1.5 GB of available space
Internet Connection	56K Modem	Broadband
Browser	Microsoft ® Internet Explorer ® 6.0 (SP2)	Microsoft ® Internet Explorer ® 6.0 (SP2)
Email Connection	Email client Unique email address (not a shared account)	Microsoft ® Outlook Express or Microsoft ® Outlook
Operating System	Microsoft ® Windows ® 2000 or Microsoft ® Windows ® XP	Microsoft ® Windows ® 2000 or Microsoft ® Windows ® XP
Software	Microsoft ® Word, Microsoft ® Excel, Microsoft ® PowerPoint 98 and above	Microsoft ® Word, Microsoft ® Excel, Microsoft ® PowerPoint 98 and above
Plug-ins	Adobe ® Acrobat Reader ® 7 Adobe ® Flash ® Player 8 Adobe ® Shockwave ® Player 8 Java 2 runtime environment SE v1.4.2_09 or above	Adobe ® Acrobat Reader ® 7 Adobe ® Flash ® Player 8 Adobe ® Shockwave ® Player 8 Java 2 runtime environment SE v1.4.2_09 or above
Peripherals	Speakers Sound Card Video card capable of 800 x 600 pixel resolution	Speakers Sound Card Video card capable of 1024 x 768 pixel resolution Headset with microphone

What is the accreditation of the program?

U21global is recognized by a number of international accrediting bodies, and was awarded the prestigious European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) technology-enhanced learning (CEL) accreditation. U21global is also an international member of the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and a founding member of the European-based Global Universities In Distance Education (GUIDE).

What is the length of the program?

Program Intake

Intake for the MBA program is on a monthly basis, meaning there are 12 intakes per year.

How many subjects can I take?

An academic term is 3 months in duration. Students enroll for a new subject each month, with no more than 3 subjects per academic term.

How much time should I set aside for study per week?

Students normally spend an average of 10-12 hours studying per week per subject. You might find that you need a little more time for the first subject as you adapt to the format of online learning. However, the actual number of hours per week is dependent on the number of subjects in which you are registered, your workload and other commitments, as well as your background knowledge of the subjects.

What resources will I have access to?

You will have full access to a dedicated online library service, which includes all materials required to complete the program, as well as personal assistance to access reference materials and electronic documents. U21Global also provides textbooks that are designated as required readings in most subjects. Other recommended or optional reading materials are available through the online library.

Can I take breaks during the program?

Within the duration of the program, you may take breaks in between subjects. Academic regulations stipulate that you must complete the MBA program within five years.

How will I be assessed?

You will be assessed through a combination of assignments and participation in class discussions, which are conducted either in teams or through individual effort. Continuous assessment takes place over the 12-week period, and at the end of the subject, you are required to pass a final examination and submit a final assignment.

Can I transfer my credits from another university?

U21Global will consider the transfer of up to three subjects from accredited graduate institutions to the MBA program. Transferred credits will be counted toward a U21Global degree, but will not be included in your grade point average.

Can I transfer my credits to another University?

U21Global is already recognized by its member universities as well as other universities with equal standing. Credit transfer to another university's program, however, is always dependent on the individual university's academic policies.

Who awards the qualifications?

The qualification is awarded by U21Global. Stringent quality assurance procedures are completed by U21pedagogica, the quality assurance body established by the U21 Global. The certificate awarded by U21Global bears the crests of the participating 17 world-class universities.

Will employers recognize my qualification?

Employers already recognize the quality of the U21Global online programs. A number of corporations and government agencies, such as Hewlett-Packard, ExxonMobil, HSBC, Maersk Shipping, Standard Chartered Bank, the Ministry of Defence in Singapore and Aditya Birla sponsor their employees to study at U21Global. With the reputation of the U21 Global member universities behind your degree, you can be sure your qualification will be recognized by discerning employers.