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- 1. Curtin Singapore ATAGLANCE Despite being in the sales industry for many years, Mr Darius Teo Joon Aik was still dissatisfied about something he could not quite put a finger on. With the hunger to upgrade his skills and enhance his value, the 37-year-old is now back in school — to pursue a part-time Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) degree at Curtin Singapore. When asked why he chose Cur- tin, Mr Teo said he favoured the way it structures the lessons, keeping in mind students’ different learning processes. He said: “Most modules are not heav- ily dependent on the final exam. The assessments are all evenly spread, and students are expected to complete indi- vidual and group assignments which en- courages team work. Structuredstudyexperience “There are also occasional online quiz- zes testing students’ understanding of the topics at hand, presentations and lastly the examination.” This greatly helps in ensuring students are academically and practically smart in various as- pects of the module. ExTrAmiLE To Mr Teo, the university goes the extra mile to take care of its students. “Curtin does not restrict students on the number of modules they have to clear in a semester. Instead, they assess if the students are capable of completing the modules. They are always concerned about the welfare of students,” he said. As most lessons are held in the eve- nings or during the weekends, it can be quite a struggle for anyone to be jug- gling both work and study. Said Mr Teo: “It is very tiring, espe- cially when assignments are due or when exams are around the corner. However, I look at the bright side in- stead — school is fun and enjoyable. “Though taking a part-time degree can be very time-consuming, this is the only time I get to do something differ- ent from my day job. It is like a hobby!” Attending school also gives Mr Teo an opportunity to work with people from different backgrounds. “It is great working with the interna- tional students as we are all there with the same objective in mind,” he said. With just a year left to graduate, Mr Teo has already achieved High Distinc- tion in modules such as international marketing and consumer behaviour, “I would not have come this far with- out my wife’s and daughter’s uncondi- tional love and support,” he said. Student favours the way institution organises lessons, keeping in mind students’ different learning processes The Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing) awarded by Curtin University, Australia, provides students with an understanding of consumer behaviour and how marketing works. They also get the opportunity to explore various aspects of marketing, while analysing the behaviour of competitors and customers. Students will develop professional and practical skills which they can apply in their future jobs. Career prospects for graduates: marketing officers, accountants, advertising account executives, among others. A D U L T l e A r n e r S THENEWPAPER Wednesday, June 18 2014 27