Phoenix, Arizona (MMD Newswire) February 23, 2010 - The globally acclaimed Bachelor of Science in International Trade Management at Dunlap-Stone University (DSU) is experiencing unprecedented growth in foreign student inquiries. "Our program has been popular for some time," said Ms. Caulyne Barron, the school's Vice President of Online Programs, "but our enrollment advisors note the rising interest from not just one country or region, but everywhere." DSU is known for the quality of its practical, international trade-related education programs worldwide.
"There are a number of reasons why DSU is seeing this increased interest, especially from countries like India, Nigeria and Columbia," Ms. Barron continued. She notes that over the past few years, the growing acceptance of the accredited university's IIEI Certification program as the standard for international trade professionals is one clear-cut reason why individuals, organizations and governments seek out DSU programs.. "Students enroll in our programs," Barron said, "to learn the skills and knowledge that form the basis for the IIEI global standards. These standards make trade among all nations easier. Individuals who possess this knowledge use a common lexicon of terminology and a shared understanding of the global standards and practices, making the global supply chain more efficient and effective, therefore increasing exports" But, Barron notes that beyond the standardization of practices, it is the convenience of online learning that makes DSU courses attractive to foreign students. "The cost and time of American higher education is prohibitive to many foreign nationals. Online learning requires no student visas, no expensive travel, but allows students to attend class from their homes--and gives them the chance to immediately apply what they learn to impact their country of origin." While graduates and their employers alike note the quality and convenience of the DSU model, the costs are much lower than other less specialized distance learning programs.
Advisors note that foreign student inquiries center on gaining these practical skills while also earning an accredited, recognized U.S. degree such as DSU's Bachelor of Science in International Trade Management. Those seeking valuable skill-sets in global supply chain or export compliance management often choose to complete DSU's specialized degree programs. Others, Barron notes, complete one of the IIEI Certification programs to demonstrate their knowledge and ability.
News sources confirm that emerging markets are recovering quicker than the U.S. economy. "This correlates to what we are seeing in enrollments," said Ms. Barron. "And it may be the reason we are attracting more students from these emerging markets."
Another reason DSU is attractive to foreign students explains Barron, is because of the straight-forward, step-by-step process for enrolling foreign students. "DSU's Registrar's Office is keenly aware of what it takes to help foreign student transfer in the maximum credits earned outside the U.S. and to use them toward a DSU degree." The first step is often the use of a third-party transcript evaluation service to maximize transfer credit and the documentation of English-language skills through examinations such as the TOEFL. Enrolling students must have a reliable internet connection and be able to participate five out of seven days per week. "Yet," Barron explains, "with the globalization of Internet technology, computer and Internet access make education more accessible to a broader range of constituencies.
DSU is nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council. DSU programs meet the same rigorous U.S. Department of Education requirements as do other highly-regarded institutions across America. Within the international trade industry, DSU's worldwide reputation speaks for itself. Employees from many U.S. Fortune 500 companies enroll at DSU. All of the top 100 U.S. aerospace and defense companies and many others worldwide routinely enroll employees in DSU's courses that prepare them of one of IIEI Certification's nine international trade certifications.
Contact:
Ms. Caulyne Barron
V.P. President Online Programs
Dunlap-Stone University
11225 N. 28th Drive, suite B-201
Phoenix, AZ 85029 USA
(602) 648-5750
www.dunlap-stone.edu
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