University of Greenwich former student wins Nobel Prize
格林威治大學校友榮獲諾貝爾獎


A FORMER polytechnic student has been awarded the Nobel prize for physics.

Professor Charles Kao graduated in electrical engineering from Woolwich Polytechnic, now the University of Greenwich, in 1957.
Dr Kao, originally born in Shanghai, masterminded the art of sending information via pure glass fibres, a technology which has paved the way for high speed internet and telecommunications.

The Nobel assembly says the men “helped to shape the foundations of today's networked societies" .

After Woolwich Polytechnic, Mr Kao went on to get a PhD from Imperial College and became vice-chancellor of the Chinese University of Hong Kong.

In an interview given to the University of Greenwich’s magazine in 2007, the professor spoke of spending hours on the tennis court and the societies he joined at the polytechnic.

He said: “Student life is not all studies or play, and Woolwich Polytechnic gave opportunities for students to grow into whole people.”

Dr Kao was a resident of Woolwich during his time there and is remembered as expressing a fondness for fish and chips.

Vice-chancellor of the university Baroness Tessa Blackstone said: “The university is delighted that the great achievement of one of its graduates has been recognised by the Nobel committee.
“We have always regarded Charles Kao as one of our most distinguished alumni, and it was a great privilege when he accepted an honorary degree from the university in 2003. “

ABRS in ACCA Rickshaw Race Competition on Charity Fun Day
慈善同樂日ABRS職員眾志成城跑出愛心


The 13th ACCA Rickshaw Competition was held on 20 December 2009 at Charter Road, Central. By fully supporting and sponsoring of the 13th ACCA Charity Fun day, ABRS integrated students, lectures, counselors and guests had successfully attracted the participation of visitors, turning Charter Road Sunday Pedestrian Precinct into a tremendous carnival.

With the support of the students, ABRS? was one of the rickshaw teams that came
from learning services, accountancy firms, institutes and large corporations. Students, lecturers and guests enjoyed the exciting competitions and funny atmosphere of the parade of the event. In order to encourage students and guests to join this event, a souvenir and special gift has been given to each participant.
Top Up Programme of MISM Launched in June 2009
2009年6月ABRS推出全球頂尖資訊系統管理碩士課程 助企業提升競爭力

ABRS is proud to announce that the pilot launch of The University of Greenwich MISM for NCC PDSBIT graduates have been successfully started in June 2009. NCC qualifications are recognised by many organizations and Universities in the UK, the US, Australia, and New Zealand. We are pleased to be one of the NCC Accredited Partners and launch MISM programmes for NCC Postgraduate Diploma in Strategic Business IT: 

NCC PDSBIT graduates are exempted from the 8 modules of the MISM. They only need to complete one Research Method taught module and one Project Dissertation to be eligible foe the award of Master of Science in Information Systems Management.

Over 30 students have joined the pilot launch, including students from Macau. For further information, please visit: www.abrs.com.hk/GWMISM
ABRS delighted to appoint Distinguished Emeritus University Fellow Dr. John Foster as Quality Adviser
ABRS委任知名已休大學院士約翰•福斯特博士為本教學中心指導教授


Dr. John Foster is a seasoned education professional in Strategic Management, International Business and Operational Research. His qualifications includes Warwick University BSc (Hons) in Mathematics, Liverpool University MSc in Topology and Oxford Brookes University PhD in (International) Strategic Planning.

Dr. Foster has extensive consultation (especially with Banking sector and China/Asia business for European companies), teaching and research experience with both the private and academic sectors. His University tenures include University of Warwick (Research Fellow), City University of Hong Kong (Associate Head of Business School), University of Kingston (Associate Dean of Business School). He is also on the Editorial Board of 'Asian Business and Management'.

ABRS was established in 1991 as one of the early private education institutes focused in overseas qualifications. ABRS currently offers courses leading to degrees from University of Greenwich, University of Portsmouth, and National University of Ireland.? ABRS is also the recognized course provider for the following UK Institutes: IMIS (Institute for the Management of Information Systems), IAM (Institute of Administrative Management), NCC Education, ACCA. .

ABRS’s Advanced Diploma programme (based on IAM UK syllabus and an IAM recognized centre) was first launched in 1996 in Hong Kong. Since then it has been recognized for advanced standing by a number of Universities, including University of Lincoln and University of Greenwich for BBA / BABA (Hons) final year entry as well as Heriot-Watt University for MBA entry. Students may also sit for IAM examinations for IAM awards.

Dr. Foster will assist in monitoring the overall academic quality of the Advanced Diploma programme and advise in furthering the growth and recognition of ABRS business courses. ABRS heartily welcomes Dr. Foster’s invaluable contribution.
Successful Commencement of MSFIA
2009年金融財經投資碩士課程紀事

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One current student is Kenny Lee, a managing partner with investment company Churchill Capital Limited. Mr Lee believes the qualification will greatly enhance his future careers.

"My job is to help mainland enterprises planning to list on the stock market handle pre-IPO work. This programme has helped me to broaden my perspective on important issues related to finance and to gain detailed practical knowledge on financial and risk management,"
"It has exposed me to the latest techniques for making asset allocation decisions," - by Mr Lee

On 19th June 2009, ABRS hosted the course comercement ceremony and seminar ofMSFIA. The course has the overall aim to provides rigorous coverage of the areas of finance and investment. Ideal for students who are either working or targeting a career in the finance industry, the programme is also designed to help students familiar with chartered financial analyst (CFA) examinations. This prestigious qualification is becoming increasingly popular in key financial centres such as London, Hong Kong, Shanghai and Singapore.

One current student is Kenny Lee, a managing partner with investment company Churchill Capital Limited. Mr Lee believes the qualification will greatly enhance his future careers.
 

Most common occupations of CFA charterholders

  • CEO/Principal
  • Equity Analyst
  • Portfolio Manager
  • Fixed Income Analyst
  • Investment Counselor
  • Chief Investment Officer
  • Investment Firm Manager
  • Portfolio Strategist
  • Investment Banker
  • ales/Marketing Professional


MSFIA is the ONLY Master degree being offered in Hong Kong and London concurrently, both teaching centres are situated only a few minutes from their respective financial CBD, MSFIA is also the only Master designed entirely around CFA curriculum.

For further information please visit: www.abrs.net/msfia

ABRS in HK Computer and Communication Festival
ABRS參與香港電腦通訊節 IT文憑全線升級 學習報名反應熱烈


More than 624,000 exhibitors and brands are to be represented at the Computer and Communication Festival with Digital cameras, video, HD TV, VoIP, MP3, along the theme of digital Life, digital Home and Digital Entertainment that was held from 24 Aug 2008.

Mr.R.Poon, ABRS Progamme Director, said the regional attention being shown in Computer and Communication Festival in HK was indicative of the interest to computering & IT education was generating. "With high computer and communication products needs levels across the region, ABRS is experiencing a massive level of IT and computer education consumer demand and consumption across all sectors in the HK region.” The IT diploma market requirement is no exception to this and is currently experiencing a massive boom.
We were proud to have attended the festival. We helped and cluster Hongkong elites to prepare their presentation and foundation for their future career success.

ABRS in Tsuen Wan Digital Life Festival
新界數碼生活嘉年華 ABRS推動及宣揚資訊科技文化


With over 400,000 total attendees and potential students, Tsuen Wan Digital Life Festival drew strong participation from the key audiences that the ABRS were seeking to attract. The number of fancier tracked closely with the 2009 event.

"Attracting the right students is a top priority for us, and we're extremely pleased with the attendance figures, especially given today's economic climate," said Mr.R.Poon, ABRS Progamme Director.

The energy level coming off today's expo is extremely high, and the feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. ABRS already received contracts for reservations and inquiries for the PMP, MSc, BSc, BABA, BAAF, ITIL, and ABRS is confident that momentum will continue.

High-resolution photos from Tsuen Wan Digital Life Festival are available for download at http://www.abrs.com.hk

ABRS offers NUI BA Degrees in 2010
2010年本教學中心將開設愛爾蘭國立大學學士學位課程


ABRS is hoping to fill a niche by offering progammes in Strategic Management & Human Resource Management.

Strategic Management & Human Resource Management will be in high demand in the near future almost all commercial, charitable NGO or even government bureaus need to master and manage strategy. Institute of Public Administration NUI has one of the most extensive and reputable suite of programmes for the world market. NUI, National University of Ireland, ?currently comprising four Constituent Universities, five Recognized Colleges and one College of a Constituent University.

1. MA in Strategic Management
Why study Stratefic Management at ABRS?
Problem solving and analytical expertise. If you’re a manager, these are two of your most indispensable skills. And by enrolling in the Master of Science (MS) in Strategic Management program, you'll sharpen these skills while garnering an understanding of the corporate landscape.This program will introduce you to the functions of a business enterprise and give you a solid background in selected disciplines and analytical tools.

If you have at least two or more years experience involving managerial decision-making and strategic analysis, you should consider applying. After graduating, you will emerge from the program with a working knowledge of theories and concepts used for assessing competitive conditions, evaluating corporate capabilities and identifying means for establishing competitive advantage. Programme Content
  • Organizational Analysis and Strategy
  • Managing Human Resources
  • Leadership & Strategy Implementation
  • Finance
  • Economic
  • Research Methods
  • Dissertation
  • 2. Human Resource Management
    The MA (Human Resource Management) is a two-year, part-time programme that focuses on key issues in the effective management of people in organisations. It seeks to raise the level of analysis in public sector human resource management and to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary in this vital area of organisational life.

    Programme Content
    Year One
  • Economics
  • Managing Human Resources
  • Finance
  • Organisation and Strategy
  • Research Methods
  • Managing Service Delivery/Managing in Europe
  • Year Two
  • Human Resource Strategy
  • Managing People
  • Employment Law
  • Minor Dissertation
  • Audience
    This programme will be of particular interest to those who want to obtain some real expertise in the management of people and in the development of the HR function.

    Delivery and Duration
    This programme takes two years. In the first year students study six public management subjects and receive the interim award of a Higher Diploma in Public Management. The second year is divided into semesters. In the first of these, students study three human resource management subjects. In the second, they write a minor dissertation on a specific human resource management topic.


    What former students say

    “The flexible and supportive nature of the IPA MA programme enabled me to obtain a postgraduate qualification while working and being a mother.” 
    —— Deirdre Barrett

    Contact
    Review the ABRS website www.abrs.com.hk for full details.For help to enroll, contact the ABRS training consultant at Tel: 2598 4811 or Email to: info@abrs.net.

    Greenwich to complete Accreditation to offer BA in Marketing at ABRS
    格林威治大學正式授權ABRS開設市場行銷學士學位課程


    ABRS is pleased to announce that the the University of Greenwich has been reaccredited from May 2009. Mr. Ing Peter Smith, professor of University of Greenwich congratulates the ABRS and looks forward to continuing its good relations with the training centre.

    ABRS was established in 1989 to provide Finance, Management and Information Technology training.? To date, ABRS is a key IT, Management & Finance training provider in Hong Kong. Courses and seminar participants range from accountants, administrators, insurance professionals, financial planners, IT professionals, IT / EDP Managers, sales and marketing professionals to directors and general managers.? To further develop the business and penetrate the chosen market segment, ABRS services develop and collaborate with University of Greenwich in BA in Marketing progammes.

    This programme offers value to our students, as it is cutting edge and offers the necessary skills for jobs in marketing. Year 1 covers the essential marketing principles, building a strong foundation which can be developed and enhanced in years 2 and 3. Year 2 focuses on the implementation of marketing principles laid out in year 1. The perspective is more on the operational side of marketing, where students are expected to develop "marketing mixes" and undertake marketing research. Marketing simulation games enable students to put into "virtual" practice the marketing skills they have developed. Year 3 takes a more strategic perspective and offers the scope for our marketing students to specialise in specific marketing disciplines.