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BUiD to launch new training unit.


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The British University in Dubai This article or section needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article.  (BUiD) launched a new professional development unit (PDU (Protocol Data Unit) The technical name of a frame of data transmitted over the data link layer (layer 2) in a communications network. Ethernet and Token Ring are examples of this layer. ) in response to the growing regional demand for specialised Adj. 1. specialised - developed or designed for a special activity or function; "a specialized tool"
specialized

specific - (sometimes followed by `to') applying to or characterized by or distinguishing something particular or special or unique; "rules with
 fast track training.

BUiD will work closely with major corporate clients to create tailored educational and practical programs that will provide a continued professional development route to enhance participant's roles in the workplace.

"The university is committed to encouraging professional development across regional public and private sectors," said Dr Abdullah Alshamsi, vice-chancellor VICE-CHANCELLOR. The title of a judicial officer who decides causes depending in the court of chancery; his opinions may be reversed, discharged or altered by the chancellor.  at BUiD.

"We are pleased to welcome Mary Mayall to head this new unit of study that will offer expert instruction and industry specific tools across fields that complement BUiD's current academic disciplines."

Under the professional development unit, organisations and individuals have the option of taking independent masters' units as a 'continued professional development' course in their specific area of interest.

"The professional development unit is designed to allow business organisations the opportunity to gain key industry specific skills through BUiD courses," said Mayall.

'The urgent need for professional development across regional businesses is re-emphasised by the immediate requests BUiD has received to create customised programs for corporate clients,' Alshamsi added.

'At the launch of this unit, we have partnered with Merck Serono In September 2006, Merck KGaA announced its intent to purchase the majority of Serono shares from Ernesto Bertarelli and the Bertarelli family. The Merck-Serono merger was announced on September 21, 2006. Merck KGaA and Serono operated as distinct entities until at least January 2007.  Middle East, a division of Merck KGaA This article needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article. , the German pharmaceutical and chemical company with operations in 61 countries across the world.'

"The first customised course for Merck Serono has been designed to advance project management skills within all areas of the company," commented Mayall.

"In a changing climate, it is crucial that businesses invest in their current staff by providing superior training opportunities to keep them motivated mo·ti·vate  
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 and at the forefront of the industry," said Karim Smaira, general manager of Merck Serono Middle East.- TradeArabia News Service

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Date:Mar 17, 2009
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