All- American studies at SeGi
GAINING a tertiary education from the United States of America is still a popular option among Malaysians.
It has one of the finest education systems in the world with emphasis on holistic learning and practical training, and its graduates are highly sought- after by employers.
SEGi University and Colleges has years of experience in offering quality American degree programmes that enable young Malaysians to pursue their American dreams, without having to leave Malaysia.
It is one of the few private higher institutions in Malaysia to offer a 4+ 0 programme.
With a rich legacy of 128 years of educating young Americans in their main campus in Troy, Alabama, Troy University joins the league of renowned overseas partner universities to offer their exclusive programmes to students at SEGi.
With this partnership, Malaysians not only could pursue a 4+ 0 American education, but also have the opportunity to complete their studies by either pursuing 2+ 2, 3+ 1 or 1+ 3 options – so they get to gain additional valuable experiences at Troy University campus in the US.
Troy University is an accredited member of the Council of Higher Education Accreditation ( CHEA) and also the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools in the US.
It also has international partnerships with several higher learning institutions in Vietnam and Saudi Arabia.
This is Troy University’s only partnership with a Malaysian higher learning institution.
The wide range of majors and minors include:
> Bachelor of Science in Communication Arts ( minor in Promotion)
> Bachelor of Science in Communication Arts ( minor in Psychology)
Communications is now a crucial component in any business.
There is an increased awareness among employers for the need of employees who are skilled communicators that understand how contemporary societies work and can interact with commercial and institutional forces and trends for the benefit of the corporation.
A communicator’s main role is to create strategies and execute effective communication plans in advancing an organisation's mission, vision and profit by exploring the purposeful use of communication. They know how to craft the right message and send it to the right audience at the right time.
Through this programme, students will learn to apply strategic communication techniques in specific types of organisational settings.
With a minor in Promotion, students will learn marketing techniques and with a minor in Psychology, students will have a better understanding of the human psyche:
> Bachelor of Science in Psychology ( minor in Communication Studies)
> Bachelor of Science in Psychology ( minor in Global General Business)
Through the study of psychology, students work to understand the complex mental processes that dictate human actions.
Psychology has a host of applicable uses and graduates are able to apply their understanding of human behaviour to numerous situations and use their knowledge in their everyday life.
Studying Psychology will give students the skills to understand, explain and predict human behaviour, a good choice for employers in a diverse range of careers.
A minor in Communication Studies opens employments to students seeking careers in communication.
Students who chose a minor in Global General Business will have cultural sensitivity, and a critical understanding challenges in working and managing global markets, including issues affecting international trade.
> Bachelor of Science in Business Administration ( minor in Global Business)
Students develop an understanding of all topics relating to business, finance, economics, and marketing.
The programme moulds graduates on administration or managing a business, so that resources are gathered and used properly to achieve the business’s objectives as well as profits. A minor in Global General Business gives students a special edge on how international businesses work.
For more, call SEGi College Kuala Lumpur ( 03- 2070 2078 or 1800 888 028), SEGi University ( 03- 6145 1777 or 1800 887 344), SEGi College Subang Jaya ( 03- 8600 1888 or 1800 888 622), SEGi College Penang ( 04- 263 3888), SEGi College Sarawak ( 082- 252 566), e- mail to askme@ segi. edu. my or log on to www. segi. edu. my.