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Landmark degree in Management and Environmental Management believed to be the first of its kind in Singapore Singapore, 1 March 2008 -- Murdoch University through its International Study Centre in Singapore today launched a new and innovative double degree in Management and Environmental Management, in what is believed to be the first of its kind in Singapore. The course prepares students to become fully trained Environmental Managers who will receive a strong grounding in science-based theories of the total environment and are able to translate them into practical management decisions and solutions. Murdoch University's Deputy Vice Chancellor (Faculty, Enterprise & International) Professor Gary Martin explains, “Graduates will play a part in finding solutions to the environmental problems that are currently facing us, not only in Singapore but on a global front.” "By linking management to local, regional and global sustainability, graduates will be equipped to develop clear management alternatives for a viable future. With increasing pressure on all aspects of industry and development to factor environmental costs into their bottom line - the role of Environmental Managers will continue to rise," Professor Martin added. Multiple job opportunities for Environmental Managers Graduates who pursue work as Environmental Managers will find there is high demand for their skills by planning, engineering, environmental, and architectural firms through to land developers, power and water utilities, waste management and pollution control companies. Management graduates are also highly sought after across the globe, with employment opportunities in general management; convention services; administrative services; public relations; sales; engineering; natural science management; management consultancy; and training and development. Environmental management critical for Singapore Green Plan 2012 In 2006, the Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources updated the Singapore Green Plan 2012 – Singapore's 10-year blueprint towards environmental sustainability. Eight months of extensive consultation brought out key environmental issues like Climate Change and resulted in a robust plan able to address emerging environmental challenges. Graduates of the Murdoch University’s Environmental Management double degree programme are expected to turn the Green Plan into reality. Chief Executive Officer of the Murdoch University International Study Centre, Mr James Wong says, “Building sustainable communities is highly complex and depends on the efforts of a wide range of professional occupations, including architecture and urban planning, civil engineering, community development, and increasingly environmental management. This programme will plug the labour shortages and skills gaps in industry by developing talents who will be professionally trained to tackle these multi-faceted issues.” The first intake in this course will commence in second trimester 2008. For enrolment advice, contact: Murdoch International Study Centre (SMa School of Management City Campus) 410 North Bridge Road Singapore 188726 Tel: 6622 6622 Email: About Murdoch University, SMa School of Management: About Murdoch University Murdoch is a modern, dynamic university committed to excellence in teaching and research within an international context. With a student population of 15,500, Murdoch supports excellent staff student relations, and provides state-of-the-art facilities, excellent student services and a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The Australian Good Universities Guide has awarded Murdoch University the highest graduate satisfaction rating of five stars for 12 out of 13 years, an achievement unmatched by any other Australian university. For more information on Murdoch University visit: http://www.murdoch.edu.au About SMa School of Management SMa School of Management was established with the aim to enhance the human capital development of Singapore workforce and strongly advocates education and training as the key to human capital development. Through the provision of quality and industry recognized qualifications, SMa-SOM graduates are well equipped to meet the challenges of today’s knowledge based economy. At SMa School of Management, we believe strongly that a holistic education, which incorporates both academic rigorousness and practical knowledge as a critical cornerstone of success. To ensure that our courses stay relevant with the latest development, we work closely with our 2,800 industry members to taps their specific expertise and skills to combine academic vigour with hands-on practical knowledge. For more information, visit: http://www.sma.edu.sg Media Contacts: Benedict Jacob-Thambiah Tel: 6372 3567 Mobile: 9003 7566 Email: Nurulhuda Albukhari Tel: 6372 3570 Mobile: 8233 3207 Email: Submitted by BANG, BANG Public Relations on Saturday, 1 March 2008 at 1:00 PM Category: Education |
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