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The Centre for Training & Projects Development (Pty) Ltd

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2012 PROSPECTUS

THE CENTRE FOR TRAINING & PROJECTS DEVELOPMENT (PTY) LTD

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2012 Prospectus for Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate Programs

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students. All rights reserved. The information contained in this prospectus may not be copied

or used in whole or part for any other purpose or be copied produced in any form or by any

means without prior written permission of the publisher.

Information in this prospectus is valid for the academic year 2012 only. However, CTPD reserves the right to amend, supplement or otherwise change any of the information contained in this booklet without prior notice.

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Any queries regarding the courses and related matters should be directed to: The Centre Director The Centre for Training and Project Development (Pty) Ltd P.O. Box 2812 Windhoek Namibia Tel: +264 61-235170-2-3 Fax: +264 61 235191 E-Mail: [email protected] Website: http//www.ctpd-namibia.com


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FOREWORD

The Centre for Training and Project Development (Pty) Ltd (CTPD) is pleased to welcome and serve you, our valued students and stakeholders. The first thing you will notice about our centre is how well equipped it is for achieving success now and in the future. CTPD has a very positive ethos which encourages all students to feel confident and enjoy their learning. The centre has much strengths; - students who are motivated and successful, a highly professional and enthusiastic staff and good partnerships with our students‟ parents. We have excellent facilities and offer a package of support and activities which encourages each student to achieve the very best.

The Centre for Training and Project Development (Pty) Ltd is an NAQ (Namibia Qualifications Accreditation) accredited centre to offer professional courses leading to the award of The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants – Certified Accounting Technician and The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS) professional qualifications. Our goal is excellence and I am pleased to say that our students taking studies at our centre for internationally recognized and examined vocational and professional courses have been performing very well with average exam results exceeding those of other SADC centres.

Over the past two years, we combined NSSC Higher and Ordinary programs with the Educational Development International/London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (EDI/LCCI) courses and students sat for both (NSSC through NAMCOL and EDI/LCCI at our centre) examinations. Majority of our students passed and have been successful in achieving places at local and overseas universities and exemptions from professional examinations institutions such as The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA), The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA), The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM) and The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply (CIPS).

We also have an excellent careers and guidance programme ensuring that every student receives support to allow them make the right choices for their future. We endeavor to help our students with job placements and holiday jobs to gain practical skills. We support students with emotional and low self esteem challenges through our motivational programs. We are a centre that combines the latest in technology and innovation with traditional beliefs about high standards of behavior, professionalism, attendance and appearance.

The needs of our students, as our important customers, are at the center of our operations, hence our promises to provide them with quality education services, qualified, dedicated and professional teachers/lecturers, good learning environment and offering quick responses to their complaints and suggestions. It is in this light that we find interactive communication to be of importance.

Our ethos is „Working together for individual success‟, a commitment which we fulfill from a student‟s first day at our centre.

If you have any questions about our centre, please do not hesitate to contact me or the Centre Executive (Principal)

Frederick C. Simpungwe Centre Director


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TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER DETAILS PAGE NO

1.0 INTRODUCTION 7 2.0 INSTITUTIONAL MISSION, VISION, GOALS AND OBJECTIVES 8 Institutional Mission 8 Institutional Vision 8 Institutional Goals 8 Institutional Objectives 8

3.0 QUALITY POLICY 9

4.0 METHODS OF STUDY 9

4.1 Full-Time ( Face to Face) Courses 9

4.2 Full-Time ( Face to Face) Courses 9

4.3 Distance Learning 9 5.0 WHY STUDY AT CTPD CENTRES 10

5.1 Competitive advantages and benefits of our courses for you 10 5.2 Comprehensive and flexible range of courses 11 5.3 Modern Facilities 11 5.4 Dedicated, Skilled and qualified Staff 11 5.5 Range of flexible and excellent Teaching Methods 11 5.6 Learning Environment 12 5.7 Centers Locations 12 5.8 Students Care 12 5.9 Multicultural Community 12 5.10 Jobs Attachments 12 5.11 Value for Money 12 5.12 Students Facilities 13 6.0 CORPORATE GOVERNANCE 14 6.1 CTPD Board of Directors 14 6.2 Management Advisory Committee on Studies - MACS 15 6.3 Students Representative Council 15 7.0 ACCREDITATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS 16 7.1 The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants- ACCA 16 7.2 The Association of Computer Professionals - ACP 16 7.3 The Certified Accounting Technicians - CAT 16 7.4 The Chartered Financial Analyst Institute - CFA 17 7.5 The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants CIMA 17 7.6 Confederation of Tourism Hotel and Catering Management -CTH 17 7.7 The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators - ICSA 18 7.8 The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply - CIPS 18 7.9 Education Development International -EDI 18 7.10 Namibia Qualification Authority -NQA 18 8.0 CARING FOR THE INDIVIDUAL 18

9.0 NAMIBIA SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE 18


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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND CANCELLATION PROCEDURES 19

10.1 Introduction 19 10.2 Documents required for enrolment 19 10.3 Cancellation Procedures 19

11.0 EXAMINATIONS 20

12.0 PROFESSIONAL AND VOCATIONAL PROGRAMMES 21

12.1 The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants- ACCA 21

12.2 The Certified Accounting Technicians - CAT 21

12.3 The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants -CIMA 21 12.4 The Chartered Financial Analyst Institute - CFA 21 12.5 The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators - ICSA 21 12.6 The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply - CIPS 21 12.7 The Chartered Institute of Marketing - CIM 22 12.8 Education Development International 22 12.9 Confederation of Tourism Hotel and Catering Management - CTH 22 12.10 The Association of Computer Professionals 22 13.0 NSSC CLASS TIME TABLE FOR 2011 23


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ABBREVIATIONS ACCA The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

ACP The Association of Computer Professionals

BAC British Accreditation Council

BCS The British Computer Society

CAT The Certified Accounting Technicians

CBA Computer Based Assessments

CBE Computer Based Examinations

CFA The Chartered Financial Analyst Institute

CIC Chizu Investments Corporation (Pty) Ltd

CIMA The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants

CIPS The Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply

CPS The Centre for Professional Studies

CTEM Corporate Training & Events Management

CTH Confederation of Tourism Hotel and Catering Management

CTPD The Centre for Training & Projects Development

EDI Education Development International

HMC Henley Management College

ICSA The Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators

IMIS The Institute for the Management Information Systems

LCCIEB The London Chamber of Commerce & Industry Examinations Board

NEACB National Examinations, Assessment and Certification Board of Namibia

NQA Namibia Qualification Authority

NSSC Namibia Senior Secondary School Certificate

NSSCO Namibia Senior Secondary School Certificate Ordinary Level

NSSCH Namibia Senior Secondary School Certificate Higher Level

NTA Namibia Training Authority

MoE Ministry of Education

POLY Polytechnic of Namibia

UP University of PortsMouth

UNAM University of Namibia

UNE University of New England


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1.0 INTRODUCTION

The Centre for Training and Projects Development (Pty) Ltd recently got its first Namibia Qualifications Accreditation (NQA) Status.

The CTPD Centre for Professional Studies was established in January 2007 as an important division of the Centre for Training and Projects Development to provide lecture based (taught) professional courses for the examination of internationally recognized major accountancy, administration, business, management and marketing, information technology and systems, purchasing and supply bodies. We are a vibrant and rapidly expanding tuition centre for CIMA, ACCA, CFA, CIPS, CAT, ICSA, CIM and EDI/LCCIEB.

We are also an examinations centre for the Education Development International/London Chamber of Commerce & Industry (EDI/LCCI), the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants-Computer Based Assessments (CIMA-CBA), the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants - Computer Based Examinations (ACCA-CBE), the Certified Accounting Technicians – Computer Based Examinations (CAT-CBE), the University of Portsmouth Faculty of Technology, Henley Management College and the University of New England.

The Centre for Training and Projects Development (Pty) Ltd seeks to become a school/tuition and examinations center for NSSC Higher and Ordinary levels as from January 2011. By offering NSSC programs to students seeking to improve their symbols the centre will be significantly contributing towards the reduction of the high number of school dropouts who remain helpless with devastated dreams while at the same time preparing these same students to pursue vocational and professional courses which are cornerstones for employability locally and internationally. Our NSSC subjects will be Accounting, English Language, Business Studies, Economics, Mathematics and Computer Studies.

CTPD is the only Namibian organization that currently offers internationally recognized training programs such as the Certified Accounting Technicians (CAT) and Educational Development International (EDI) which accommodate Namibia Junior Secondary School Certificate as basic minimum entry requirement. Once students pass these courses, they can enroll on any reputable and internationally recognized universities and professional examinations bodies for further education and become effective Accountants and organizational leaders.

Staffed with highly experienced and qualified team of lecturers who will guide you in your studies, we are committed to achieving the best possible success for our students ensuring that they are highly sought after by employers. Our aim is to have an enviable record of success in helping our students pass the most demanding of NSSC and professional examinations.


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2.0 VISION, MISSION, GOALS AND OBJECTIVES

2.1 INSTITUTIONAL VISION

To become a preferred Centre for Professional Studies in SADC region by applying our professionalism, innovation, and customer philosophies to continuously strengthen our leading role as providers of excellent, most efficient and affordable educational services for locally and internationally recognized professional courses.

2.2 INSTITUTIONAL MISSION

To support and add value to organizations and individuals through a wide range of locally and internationally recognized professional courses that we offer to clients and seek to continuously establish and/or strengthen our long lasting relationships with clients by bringing to every event our wealth of creativity and innovation, professionalism, experience and finely tuned attention to detail in all aspects so that our clients receive full value of their reliance on us.

2.3 INSTITUTIONAL GOALS

To play a significant role in the professional skills development of Namibians as well as other SADC member states citizens, empower our corporate clients‟ employees at all levels with modern professional skills and ensure sustainable productivity at national and SADC regional levels hence contributing towards economic development of SADC member states in which CTPD operates.

2.4 INSTITUTIONAL SHORT-TERM OBJECTIVES

To achieve not less than 70% passing rate on all course programmes offered by our Centre for Professional Studies examined by Namibian Ministry of Education (NSSC), ACCA, CIMA, CFA, ICSA, EDI/LCCI etc.

To get full registration and recognition by Ministry of Education (for NSSC programmes) and Namibia Training Authority by September 2010

To investigate market entry into the Coastal Towns, South Africa, Malawi and Zambia by March 2011.

2.5 INSTITUTIONAL STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES

To invest in the growing national towns of Namibia as well as in at least five SADC member states as recommended by our Marketing & Sales Department by the year 2015.

To grow the institution and establish a fully flexed Centre for Professional Studies by 2012


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3.0 QUALITY POLICY

To strive and provide the highest level of service to all our students.

To continually improve through rigorous self-assessment and challenging current practices.

To seek feedback and ideas from students and employees as a part of our continual improvement process.

To provide an open, flexible and friendly learning environment which is accessible to all regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origins, disabilities, age, sex or marital status.

To ensure that everyone who seeks education, training or employment, shall receive fair and equal treatment and only relevant skills, aptitudes and experience will be taken into account.

4.0 METHODS OF STUDY

At CTPD we welcome students from all over the world. We have a unique community atmosphere and all our staff team is customer friendly and dedicated to helping students with all problems. Every student is important at our centre. We also provide guidance for students wanting to further their studies. Full-time Courses

These courses are designed for students who want to fully commit their day time to studies on face to face classroom based lecturing.

We also sell course materials and revision kits and provide Lecturers‟ notes. Progress tests and mocks exams can also be arranged with our qualified and experienced

Tutors. Fees are exclusive of course materials and revision kits.

Part Time-Evening Courses

These courses are designed for students who would rather attend lectures in the evenings. These courses are usually offered in evenings as per semester time table and calendar.

Approved course materials are offered including revision kits and Teachers/Lecturers‟ notes.

Fees are exclusive of course materials and revision kits.

Distance Courses

These courses are designed for students who can‟t attend full-time and part-time face to face classes. Students will, however, be required to attend tutorial workshops in Windhoek as set in an annual calendar.

Approved course materials are provided including revision kits and Lecturers‟ notes which are provided during the tutorial workshops.

Fees are inclusive of course materials and tutorial workshops.


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5.0 WHY STUDY AT CTPD CENTRES

5.1 Competitive advantages and benefits of our courses for you

The Centre for Professional Studies offers unique internationally recognized professional courses examined by reputable international professional bodies which, once completed will highly differentiate you and guarantee you sustained competitive edge over other University and College graduates. The following are the benefits of our courses:

Flexible entry and age requirements to study at our centre; Students/Learners who could not complete their NSSC levels can complete their studies

through our centre once registered with the Ministry of Education; We provide Students/Learners who could not complete their NSSC levels an opportunity

to improve their symbols; We provide adults and out-of-school people opportunities to enter vocational, professional

and tertiary education and to get employment; International mobility (international “passport”): the professional qualifications are

international certifications that you have been educated and trained as a top professional in your field and can professionally function at international level. Practical exams are same worldwide;

Success base for economies: In most advanced and emerging economies after the university, graduates embark on a professional course of study to cement their skills and align/link themselves to a permanent source of skills and knowledge.

Worldwide prestigious qualifications (worldwide “seal” of approval/ recognition): Professional Qualifications are awarded by internationally recognized professional bodies and achieving it demonstrates that you have the relevant practical knowledge (focus on application of knowledge & theories) and knowledge linked with experience (to get the qualification you need both) and that you can professionally executive your duties in line with your area of specialization in any country in world.

Employability: Holders of professional qualifications do not have the “saturation/ oversupply” problem faced by most academic degree holders hence their employability

chances are limitless. Their rewards (salaries + fringe benefits) are very attractive. Recognition by multinational companies: Most multinational companies not ONLY employ

individuals having professional qualifications but also encourage existing employees to pursue a professional qualification and cover the related training costs.

Excellent demand and advancement prospects for top career: the demand for holders of professional qualifications is very strong and is expected to become even stronger than before due to the need for standardization of business operations and activities in line with changes brought by globalization. Professionally qualified people have excellent career prospects and can reach top executive positions such as director or partner.


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5.2 Comprehensive and flexible wide range of courses

CTPD Centre for Professional Studies offers courses in Accounting, Auditing and Taxation, Administration, Business Administration, Marketing Management, Travel Tourism and Hospitality Management, Information Technology and Systems, Human Resources and Purchasing & Supply. Most of these qualifications are equivalent to and/or can lead students to degrees like MBA and other Masters Degree courses with many prestigious universities.

CTPD is one of innovative Open and Distance Learning institutions in Namibia. CTPD has over the past three years grown exponentially in enrolment, resources and the offering of programmes. Since its mandate caters for the diverse needs of the population, the first professional programmes were introduced in 2007. Today, CTPD offers a range of these programmes in various fields such as ACCA, CIMA, CFA, CIPS, EDI/LCCI and CIM. CTPD continues to make its programmes accessible for its customers and places a high priority on quality.

5.3 Modern Facilities

Classrooms are bright, comfortable, and are well equipped. The computer systems run on the latest versions of software and we have free broadband Internet access.

5.4 Dedicated, Skilled and Qualified staff

All our teachers/lecturers are masters/degree/diploma qualified and they have relevant experience in their areas of training. We give Teaching/Lecturing work opportunity preference to our graduates and last stage (s) professional students in courses such as ACCA, CAT, CIMA, CFA, ICSA, CIM, CIPS, etc. Our Accountancy, Business and Management staff members have full professional qualifications or Postgraduate Degrees in Accountancy, Business Management, M.Com, MBA and MA. Our administration staff members are bilingual and work with a customer driven focus. They counsel students in a friendly way making them feel wholly at ease.

5.5 Wide range of flexible and excellent teaching methods

Our teams of skilled trainers have been selected for their in-depth knowledge of the subject, communication skills, real and varied business and academic experience, and dedication to helping students progress. We follow the proven methodology for adult education based on Motivation, Knowledge Transfer & Testing for Understanding and Practice.


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5.6 Learning Environment

The Centre offers a relaxed but professional environment where members are encouraged to socialize together and care for each other. Learning opportunities are maximized through an English only environment and dynamic teaching programs catering to students of all ages.

5.7 Centers’ Locations

We are strategically and centrally located near the Polytechnic of Namibia and closer to the town of Africa‟s cleanest City “Windhoek”. The area is busy with bookshops, designer shops, supermarkets etc. CTPD Centre for Professional Studies is just a minute‟s walk from Wernhil Park which is the centre for most taxis and mini buses routes. There are many shops, superstores, restaurants, cafés, pubs and theatres around which creates many part time and full time jobs, thus you can earn while you learn.

5.8 Student Care

Student satisfaction is of the utmost priority and hence the entire staff members are always eager to help students at all times. What problem it might be, personal or educational related, there is always someone students can talk to. CTPD Centre for Professional Studies also offers assistance to students in finding accommodation, jobs and many other areas besides academics.

5.9 Multicultural Community

The students and staff members of CTPD Centre for Professional Studies are from all over the country representing all tribes. Life at the centre is lively and fun. The students experience a sense of belonging in the relaxed and friendly atmosphere supported by our staff.

5.10 Job attachments

The CTPD Centre for Professional Studies endeavors to solicit for and place professional students into relevant jobs which pursuing their studies to enable them relate their leant skills with work practices and gain work experience. Although some students end up getting remunerations by some employers and other end up securing permanent employments, this initiative is an education programme which is infact inline with the principles of all professional

institutions for which we offer tuition.


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5.11 Value for Money

Our tuition fees are highly competitive and offer quality education with uncompromising facilities. You can pay in installments and we conduct various discount schemes at regular intervals. We arrange social events and outings from time to time so that students can socialize and make friends.

5.12 Student Facilities

Internet: The Centre offers excellent facilities such as access to computers, Internet, e-mail and additional facilities for printing, scanning and copying at nominal rates.

Skills Improvement: Students are often encouraged to participate in confidence building activities to help them overcome their inhibitions.

Job: Assistance in finding a full time or part time job and preparing CVs. When there are vacancies within any of our centres or sister companies, we give first priority to our students. We also help students to get jobs with our associates.

Airport Pickup: The Centre can arrange to pickup international students from the airport and

escort them to their accommodation. Accommodation: Assistance in finding suitable accommodation such as shared, single or

double room through our accommodation services with host families, hostels, rented flats and hotels.

Free Counseling: We provide free advice, guidance and support to our students on various things like registering with doctors, getting medical treatment, discounted travel and helping to get other benefits.

Events: We organize social and educational events, where students meet different people.

Excursions are often organized to places like museums, art galleries, historical places, etc. Below are pictures from some of our events.


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6.0 CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

6.1 CTPD Board of Directors (2010-2013)

CTPD BOARD OF DIRECTORS PERIOD: 2010 - 2013

Mr. Frederick C. Simpungwe Centre for Training & Projects Development (Pty) Ltd 2 Johan Albrecht Street

Windhoek West, Windhoek Tel:+264 (61) 306504 Fax:+264 (61) 235191

Email [email protected]

Chief Executive Officer for CTPD Education Curriculum Development

Committee Member Teaching experience for over 14 yrs External Examiner for over 14 yrs MA (Marketing), University of

Lincoln, Diploma (Business Administration)

Ms. Esther Nampungwe

Meat Board Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators (ICSA) Student

Diploma in Business Studies Prof. Choshi Kasanda UNAM Associate Professor

University of Namibia Ph. D (Mathematics Education), MSc (Mathematics Education), Teaching experience for over 30 yrs. Has been involved in curriculum

panels of the Ministry of Education and is currently the Team leader for the moderation of the BETD pre-service programme.

Mr. Levy Nakatana National Youth Service Manager: Skills Development

Programs, National Youth service Education Administration Degree

Mr. Albius Mwiya

Ministry of Labour and Social Welfare

Deputy Director for Affirmative Action

and Employment Services Fourth Employment Equity

Commission Member Labour Law Reform Committee

Member Deputy Director: Ministry of Labour

and. Social Welfare

mailto:[email protected]


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6.2 Studies Management Advisory Committee - SMAC In order to increase community participation and involvement in CTPD activities, the institution has made provision for the establishment of Studies Management Advisory Committee. This committee, consist of parents, teachers, and learners who assist in the running of the centre. Some of the other key functions of these Committees are: Verifying, screening and recruitment of teachers; Promoting a good relationship between the learners and the centre; Participating in organizing social, cultural, sporting or other extra-curricular activities of the

centre; Participating in organizing self-help study groups for learners; Organizing fundraising for community and learners‟ special needs; Ensuring required learning facilities and equipment are in place and well functioning. 6.3 Students Representative Councils

Our current two centres (Windhoek and Oshakati) have a Students Representative Council (SRC), which gives the learners an opportunity to get involved in the running of their centers‟ activities. SRC consists of six members nominated by the students at the centre. The selection is made by secret ballot. Any registered learner at the Centre is eligible for election to the LRC. All learners enrolled at the centre are entitled to vote.


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7.0 ACCREDITATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS

The Centre for Training and Projects Development (Pty) Ltd (CTPD) is accredited by NQA to offer ACCA-CAT and CIPS professional programs. We are recognized by a number of examination bodies which recognize colleges and institutions that provide satisfactory tuition, facilities and student services. The following are the bodies which have approved our college as a recognized tuition provider or accredited the college as an examination centre for their courses. CTPD Centre for Professional Studies has also lodged an application as a training provider with Department for Vacation Education and Skills (DFES).

No. Institution Details

7.1

The Association of Chartered Certified

Accountants – ACCA

This course prepares students to become Certified Chartered Accounting professionals who can practice as Chartered Accountants. The ACCA Qualification is designed to provide the accounting knowledge, skills and professional values which will deliver finance professionals who are capable of building successful careers across all sectors, whether they are working in the public or private sectors, practicing in accounting firms, or pursuing a career in business. The ACCA Qualification embeds the global accounting education standards set by the International Federation of Accountants (IFAC). The ACCA qualification is a passport to a new world of opportunities for mid-senior level managers. Its members are internationally recognized in public practice, industry, commerce and the public sector. ACCA membership also allows you to obtain status as a Registered Auditor.

7.2

The Association of Computer

Professionals ACP

CTPD Centre for Professional Studies has applied for recognition by The Association of Computer Professionals (ACP) as a registered course provider and an examination centre for Certificate and Diploma courses starting from 2010. ACP is an independent, professional examining body, set up in 1984 with the principal aim of setting and maintaining standards of education focusing on the constantly changing requirements of the computer and IT industry.

7.3

The Certified Accounting

Technician – CAT

The Certified Accounting Technician (CAT) qualification is structured and examined by ACCA (see ACCA section for further details about ACCA), and offers you the opportunity to further your career options. In studying for the CAT qualification, you may wish to start a career in finance, gain recognition for the skills you have already developed in accountancy or accelerate your progression to the ACCA professional scheme. CAT is the stepping stone for all of these aims. It also seeks to help you develop the skills needed for successful study in higher education. CAT scheme comprises of a combination of exams and practical experience. It is designed to equip students with the technical skills and knowledge necessary to fulfill an accounting role up to technician level. This enables students to progressively acquire the core skills required before advancing to higher levels of accounting.


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7.5

The Chartered Institute of

Management Accountants –

CIMA

CTPD Centre for Professional Studies is recognized by CIMA as a course provider. The Chartered Institute of Management Accountants is the one of the world‟s largest and fastest growing international accountancy bodies. A qualification recognized and respected throughout the world, CIMA will help you acquire the financial and business management skills you need to help shape and control the future of organizations. This opens the door for you to become a key decision maker and a strategic planner. CIMA course is for those who wish to develop a successful and diverse career in Management Accounting, Financial Management and Business Management. Recognized and respected throughout the world, the CIMA qualification offers you the opportunity to develop not only accountancy skills, but also key decision making, management, strategic and analytical skills.

7.6

Confederation of Tourism Hotel

(CTH)

CTPD Centre for Professional Studies has applied for recognition by CTH which was established in 1982 to provide recognized standards of management training appropriate to the needs of the hotel and travel industries via its syllabus, examinations and awards. These are developed and improved to ensure that they are relevant and up to date. CTPD Centre for Professional Studies offers their Certificate, Diploma and Advance Diploma courses.


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7.8

LCCIEB (London Chamber of

Commerce and Industry)

Examinations Board

CTPD Centre for Professional Studies is recognized by The London Chamber of Commerce and Industry Examinations Board (LCCIEB) as a registered course provider and an examination centre for Certificate and Diploma courses. As the leading global provider of vocational, business-related qualifications, it boasts of 5,000 centres in over 100 countries. Examinations enjoy international recognition from employers, universities and professional bodies

7.9

Namibia Qualification

Authority

CTPD Centre for Professional Studies does not set its own education curriculum and examinations. Its role is tuition provision to prepare students for Internationally Recognized Examinations which are globally set, administered and marked by carefully selected reputable International Examinations Bodies. However, although all the qualifications for which we offer tuition are accredited by the British Accreditation Council and are internationally recognized, we have submitted an application for local accreditation of our institution with Namibia Qualifications Authority.

7.10

Ministry of Education

We have submitted an application for recognition/accreditation by the Ministry of Education in Namibia. Once approved, our Centre will become an examinations centre for Higher International General Certificate of Secondary Education (HIGCSE) and The International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE).

Currently our students sit for these examinations at Namibian College of Open Learning (NAMCOL) centres which require challenging

registration requirements and sometimes travelling to and from outside town centres for exam writing.


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8.0 CARING FOR THE INDIVIDUAL We believe that students‟ social and emotional well-being is the key to maximizing learning and that this is best provided for in a safe and supportive environment. Classroom teachers develop positive relationships with students that are characterized by understanding and mutual respect. Teachers pay close attention to the needs of their students. The Student Services team offers additional support through one-to-one counseling, assisting with goal setting, providing information and team building activities. Our students can talk through issues and concerns with the school‟s psychologist or chaplain, get help to arrange work experience, participate in fun or challenging activities at school or on camps, be involved in raising money for a good cause, work on a community project or help to organize a school event. Our school provides discipline that is firm, fair and is administered in a way that shows an understanding of both the needs of the individual and the school community. Above all CTPD holds that the best form of discipline is self-discipline. Students are aware of their own rights as well as their responsibility to respect the rights of others. The CTPD community upholds the tradition of wearing our school uniform with pride, reflecting our shared commitment to excellence in all aspects of school life.

9.0 NSSC CURRICULUM CTPD`s programmes are open to all Namibian residents, without regard to age, gender, race,

color, creed or nationality. The Secondary Education programme is intended for learners who have been unable to gain admission to the formal education system for Grade 12 (NSSC). It is open to both out-of-school people and adults. The objective is to allow this target group to study at their own pace and convenience in order to complete their NSSC certificates. The Namibia Senior Secondary Certificate

(NSSC) curriculum was implemented nationally in Grade 11 in January 2006. This curriculum has replaced the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) which was offered in collaboration with Cambridge International Examinations (CIE). CTPD seeks to be a player in the implementation of the NSSC curriculum as from 2011. The following is the list of NSSC subjects that CTPD offers at its two centers:

NSSC SUBJECTS OFFERED BY CTPD NSSC ORDINARY LEVEL NSSC HIGHER LEVEL

Accounting Accounting

Mathematics Mathematics

English 2nd Language English 2nd Language

Business Studies Business Studies

Economics Economics

Computer Studies Computer Studies


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10.0 NSSC GRADE 12 – VOCATIONAL DUAL QUALIFICATIONS

Realizing the seriousness of most individuals whose education standards remained behind because they could at one time not obtain the tertiary institution‟s required entry points, CTPD, upon critical evaluations of both, the NSSC and Vocational Qualifications Curriculums, created a Dual Course Program that now gives opportunity to learners wanting to upgrade symbols (points) and NSSC level to also sit for and pass examinations in related internationally recognized vocational qualifications which will further give them chances to take up employment, enter into certain higher institutions that recognize such qualifications or create their own businesses.

There are no any additional tuition fees but learners will have to pay examinations fees to both examining bodies (NSSC and LCCI/City & Guilds). With such Vocational Qualifications, learners entering higher institutions of learning will obviously perform far favorably as compared to those entering such institutions directly from schools.

Vocational Qualifications are qualifications that will help you prove not only your academic

ability but also your skills and competencies too! They really do show a potential employer just what you are capable of.

Vocational Qualifications are work related or based awards or certifications that are achieved through training and assessment. To achieve a Vocational Qualification, candidates must prove that they have the ability (competence) to carry out their job to the required standard.

They are based on Occupational Standards that describe the 'competencies' expected in any given job role. Typically, candidates will work towards an NVQ that reflects their role in a paid or voluntary position. For example someone working or intending to in an admin office role may take a Vocational Qualification in Business and Administration.

CTPD offers Vocational Courses that are examined by the London Chamber of Commerce & Industry (LCCI) through the Educational Development International (EDI) and the City of Guilds International. The two international examinations institutions are a leading international education and awarding bodies which are accredited by UK regulatory authorities (Ofqual and QCF) and by many regulatory bodies and Ministries of Education around the world.

Benefits of NSSC Grade 12 – Vocational Dual Qualifications

The following are the unique benefits of the Dual NSSC-Vocational Qualifications: You gain two recognized and externally examined qualifications at the same time

thereby enabling you to catch up with your career goals and objectives Well structured study and teaching work plans Internationally recognized Vocational Qualifications High Education Standards with High Local & Global Employability; Practical and Relevant Skills to provide you competencies to become highly

productive and responsibly handle your work and life situations; Competitive fees for Rewarding & Prestigious Global Qualifications with Flexible

Payment Terms; Ideal skills for Successfully Starting and Running your Own Business;

Life Skills Life Skills

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Qualified, Friendly and helpful Lecturers & Administrative Team. The following is the list of NSSC/Grade 12 – Vocational Dual subjects and Courses that CTPD offers at its two centers:

NSSC – VOCATIONAL DUAL QUALIFICATIONS

NSSC SUBJECTS LCCI COURSES

Accounting Level 2: Certificate in Accounting

English as Second Language Level 2: Certificate in English for Business

Mathematics Level 2: Certificate in Business Calculations

Business Studies Level 2: Certificate in Business Practice

Computer Studies Level 2: City & Guilds IT User

Economics Level 4: Applied Business Economics

Life Skills LCCI 3: Award in Professional Ethics


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11.0 ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS AND CANCELLATION PROCEDURES 10.1 Introduction

For entry into secondary education programmes, proof must be provided that the learner has passed the same or similar subject at a lower grade or standard in order to be able to enrol for

the specific subject(s). The National Examinations, Assessment and Certification Board (NEACB) of Namibia, under the auspices of the Ministry of Education (MoE) have laid down requirements for registration to sit for Grade 12 (NSSCO & H levels) examinations. Accordingly, courses offered by the College are subject to admission requirements as set out by the NEACB. According to the NEACB guidelines, NSSCO or NSSCH (Grade 12) first-time

takers are not allowed to enroll with CTPD for more than three subjects. Re-sit NSSCO or NSSCH learners are permitted to enrol for more than three NSSCO subjects per year. If learners need to add or change the information provided on the enrolment forms after registration, a „Change of Records‟ form will have to be completed. Such a learner must present proof of registration with the centre and ID card at the time of completing the change of details form. 10.2 Documents required for enrolment Proof of identity (Namibian ID card OR passport, Driver‟s licence, birth certificate); ORIGINAL certificate of your highest educational qualification or ORIGINAL statement of

results for the most recent examination you sat (certified copies of the above documents are NOT acceptable);

Proof of Payment deposit or arrangements of subject fees; Study Permit for all foreign nationals; Tow passport-size photos; 10.3 Cancellation Procedures Cancellation of course(s)/subject (s) shall mean when a student cancels a subject and

requests a refund or when he/she cancels a subject and changes to another subject. Student should in the first place ensure that they select the right subject (s) before enrolling. Any change or cancellation of a subject will result in a deduction of 20% administration fee from the subject fees.

Friday of the first class week shall be the final cut-off date for any cancellation and change of subjects.

Should the student change to a new subject, he/she will have to pay the full subject fee. All refunds for cancelled or changed subjects will be made through our Windhoek office. A


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waiting period of two to three months after the enrolment period can be expected before the refund can be approved by the Studies Management Advisory Committee.

12.0 EXAMINATIONS The NSSCO and NSSCH Examinations take place in October/November every year. The National Examinations, Assessment and Certification Board of Namibia lay down the requirements for registration to sit for the NSSCO and NSSCH examinations. Such requirements change from time to time. Hence learners are advised to constantly check the centre‟s notices boards or consult the DNEA booklet on examinations. More information can also be obtained from the centre‟s CPS Executive or the Examinations Officers at the Regional Office of the Ministry of Education. Examinations are the responsibility of DNEA and not CTPD as stipulated in the to the DNEA booklet on examination information. However, the following important points have been reproduced for students‟ guidance:

Examination registration for Grade 12 NSSCO and NSSCH usually takes place between February and April each year. (Registration after the specified period calls for a late registration fee).

Learners must register and pay for the examination at their nearest examination centres.

After paying the fees, learners should complete the examination registration form and hand in the form to the Head of the Examination Centre.

Learners should take their identity documents such as ID card, passport, birth certificate with photograph, Drivers licence or certified copies of any of these for registration.

It is vital that learners fill in the form completely and accurately. They are responsible for the correctness of their personal and subject entry details.

When registering for each subject, it is important that learners use the correct subject codes or option codes in the spaces provided on the form.

Learners should collect their examination admission permits at the examination centre where they registered for examinations, usually at the beginning of September.

All NSSC language first-time takers are required to do Oral Assessment early in September. However, re-sit candidates may transfer the marks from the previous year (2009).

Learners must sit for all examination papers, otherwise they will obtain an incomplete result.


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13.0 PROFESSIONAL AND VOCATIONAL PROGRAMMES

As part of its strategy to address training needs in the market, CTPD has developed and introduced a number of professional and vocational programmes. The following programmes are currently on offer:

Professional Body Requirements, exemptions and Graduates’ Job Opportunities

ACCA

Association of Chartered Certified Accountants

Prerequisite: Grade 12 and over 18 years, maturity entry with

work experience. Exemptions: Degree in Finance & Accounting Job Opportunities: Financial Accountant, Auditor, Chartered

Accountant, Accounts Manager, Finance Manager, Project Financial Manager.

CAT

Certified Accounting Technicians

Prerequisite: Grade 10 and over 16 years, mature entry with

experience Job Opportunities: Accounts Technician, Assistant

Accountants, Accounts Clerks.

CIMA

Chartered Institute of Management Accountants


experience Exemptions: Degree in Finance & Accounting Job Opportunity: Cost Accountants, Chartered Management

Accountants, Budget Managers, Cost Analysts/Managers, Finance Managers.

CFA

Chartered Financial Analyst

Prerequisite: First Degree in Accounting & Finance or business related degree.

Job Opportunity: Investment Analysts, Adviser & Manager,

Consultant, Business Analyst, Stock Broker, Risks Manager etc.

ICSA

Institute of Chartered Secretaries & Administrators


experience Job Opportunity: Company Secretary, Company Legal Adviser,

Manager for Corporate Governance Affairs, Executive Management Advisor, General Manager, Admin Manager etc


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CIPS

Chartered Institute of Purchasing & Supply


experience

Job Opportunity: Buying, Purchasing, Procurement, Logistics, Transport, Warehouse, Retail Officer/Manage, Stock Controller, etc

LCCI

London Chamber of

Commerce and Industry

Prerequisite: Grade 9,10 and 12 ,

Job Opportunity: Executive Secretary, Private Secretaries, Account

Assistant, Business Administration

(CTH)

Confederation of

Tourism Hotel

Prerequisite: Grade 12 and over 18 years, working Experience

Job Opportunity: Hotel Management, Restaurants, Travel Agency,

Tour, and Recreation etc.

(ACP) The Association of

Computer Professionals

Prerequisite: Grade 12 and over 18 years, working Experience

Job Opportunity: Computer Network and System Engineer, Network

Administration or Analyst, Computer Software and Hardware Technician, IT Assistant or Manager.


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14.0 NSSC DAY (FULL-TIME) AND EVENING (PART-TIME) CLASS TIME TABLE FOR 2011

The Centre for Projects Development (Pty) Ltd The Centre for Professional Studies (CPS) Division NSSC Class Day (Full-Time) Time Table for 2012

Class Time: 07:30 – 12:45

Subjects

Day (Full-Time) Time Table for NSSC Class Time Table for 2011 Programs/Classes

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Frid 07.30 09.00 10.30 12.00 07.30 09.00 10.30 12.00 07.30 09.00 10.30 12.00 07.30 09.00 10.30 12.00 08.00

08.50 10.20 11.50 13.20 08.50 10.20 11.50 13.20 08.50 10.20 11.50 13.20 08.50 10.20 11.50 13.20 11.00

Accounting 4

4

English Language

4

4

4

Mathematics

1

1

1

Business Studies

2

2

Economics

1

1

Computer Skills

6

6

6 6

Life Skills

Extracurricular/ Extra-mural Activities


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The Centre for Projects Development (Pty) Ltd The Centre for Professional Studies (CPS) Division

NSSC Class Evening (Part -Time) Time Table for 2012 Class Time: 17:30 – 20:45

Subjects

Evening (Part-Time) Time Table for NSSC Class Time Table for 2011 Programs/Classes

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Frid 07.30 09.00 10.30 12.00 07.30 09.00 10.30 12.00 07.30 09.00 10.30 12.00 07.30 09.00 10.30 12.00 08.00

08.50 10.20 11.50 13.20 08.50 10.20 11.50 13.20 08.50 10.20 11.50 13.20 08.50 10.20 11.50 13.20 11.00

Accounting 4

4

English Language

4

4

4

Mathematics

1

1

1

Business Studies

2

2

Economics

1

1

Computer Skills

6

6

6 6

Extracurricular/ Extra-mural Activities