Based in Australia, The International Career Institute (ICI) is a leading distance learning school offering correspondence courses to students in Australia, New Zealand and worldwide. We offer online / distance education courses at certificate, diploma & advanced diploma level in fields including business management, marketing, journalism, human resources, fashion design, information technology among many others. In addition to our career courses, we offer short professional development courses.
Completing a course at ICI enables a graduate to secure their own futures by establishing or advancing a career or by even establishing their own business. ICI is an accredited and recognised member of the International Association of Private Career Colleges (IAPCC) and the International Accreditation and Recognition Council (IARC). We are also a member of the College of Teachers.
Using experienced industry-based faculty and the latest resources ICI delivers exciting multi-discipline career and lifestyle prospects to a broad range of people world wide. The Institute was founded on the principle that the key to success in today's business and work environment is knowledge.
Founded in 1970, and headquartered in Minnesota in the U.S., Walden University is an accredited global leader in student-centered online education, and attracts a community of extraordinary students and faculty from Australia and the rest of the world.
Walden is the flagship online university of the Laureate International Universities network, a global network of more than 55 online and campus-based universities in 27 countries. The network includes more than 600,000 students across Asia, Europe, Latin America, North Africa, the Middle East, and North America.
Through our unique, multinational educational community, Walden and Laureate are creating opportunities for our students to advance their lives and the communities they serve.
We offer frequent start dates to over 40 online degree programs with more than 140 specializations and concentrations, with Master's and Doctoral degree programs in the fields of Business & Management, Leadership, Public Administration, Education, Nursing, Health Sciences, Public Health, Human Services, Counseling and Psychology.
Walden University offers Online Master / PhD & Doctorate Degrees, and schools that specialize in Business, Education, Psychology, Public Administration, Health, Nursing.
3. University of Liverpool, Online
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University of Liverpool (UOL) offers Online Master's & Doctorate degree courses to Australian and international students in the fields of Business Administration, Management, Information Technology, Behavioural Sciences, Psychology, Education and Law. Since its foundation in 1881, UOL has produced eight Nobel Prize winners. This academic excellence is one reason why almost three thousand professionals from more than 175 countries have chosen it for their 100% online Master's or Doctorate degrees. They also recognise that the University’s exclusive partnership with e-Learning experts Laureate Online Education provides a uniquely global perspective and stimulating educational experience.
Outstanding reputation - The Financial Times has ranked the University of Liverpool among the top 10 UK universities in terms of annual research income; and it is the 15th largest research university in the UK. The University is also one of the top 25 universities in England according to the latest Times Higher Education Supplement University World Rankings.
Many countries, including the US and Canada, accept the standard of degrees awarded by UK universities as equivalent to their own.
- Doctor of Education - Higher Education (EdD)
- Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
- MBA programs
- Master of Science (MSc) programs in International Management
- MSc in Project Management
- MSc in International Accounting & Finance
- MSc in IT
- MSc in Software Engineering
- MSc in Clinical Research
- MSc in Applied Psychology
- MSc in Forensic Psychology & Criminal Investigation
- Master of Public Health
- LLM in International Business Law
- LLM in International Finance & Banking Law, and more..
4. Lifestyle Learning Direct
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Based in Molendinar in Queensland, Lifestyle Learning Direct began life in Australia as The Writing School, which had originally begun in the UK and branched out into Australia, New Zealand and Singapore in 1984. Since this time, the reputation of our school has grown, due both to our large numbers of satisfied (and successful) students, plus our commitment to providing further specialist writing courses to satisfy student demand.
Within the last decade, the owners of the school, utilising their experience in the field of distance learning, decided to offer a wider variety of courses. Today we offer a variety of Distance Learning programmes including editing and proof reading, interior design, fashion design, beauty therapy and garden design to improve your education. We are a fully accredited college.
We offer a variety of one Year Distance Learning programmes including Business and Office practises; Information Technology; Photography; Psychology; Hospitality and Tourism; Medical and Science; Animal Health and Agriculture; Editing and Proof Reading; Interior Design; Fashion Design; Beauty Therapy; and Garden Design to improve your education.
5. Courses Direct Distance Education Schools
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Welcome to 21st century learning. Courses Direct Distance Education Schools is a world leader in distance education including in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland. We have helped students realise their earning and creative potential in many areas such as business management, computer studies, psychology, photography, science, education and research and many others. We've set them off down exciting new careers! Courses Direct Distance Education Schools is affiliated with Australian Correspondence Schools, which were established in 1979. ACS has established a high level of respect in academic circles.
Unlike most institutions, Courses Direct Distance Education has none of the overheads associated with the upkeep of a campus. This enables us to deliver quality learning at an extremely affordable prices. There are no addtional cost to students when you choose to study with Courses Direct Distance Education Schools. Our fees include textbooks, study materials and more.
Certificates and Associate Diplomas in Business, Management and Marketing; Computer Studies; Psychology and Counselling; Photography; Publishing and Writing; Science; Education and Research; Environmental Studies; Agriculture; Alternative Living (Organic Plant Culture, Self Sufficiency etc.); Health, Fitness and Leisure Studies.
6. Glion Institute of Higher Education, Online MBA & Hospitality Postgraduate Programs
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Earn an accredited online hospitality MBA or Postgraduate Qualification from a true global leader in international hospitality education. Glion Institute of Higher Education is a private university in Montreaux, Switzerland which has been ranked among the Top 3 Hospitality Management Schools in the world.
Established in 1962, we provide an accredited online MBA in International Hospitality & Service Industries Management degree program which is available to Australian students, international students, and working professionals around the globe. In addition, we provide specialist Diploma and Certificate Postgraduate programs in International Hospitality. The language of instruction is English, and the programs are taught entirely through distance learning via the internet. Students can avail of two start dates in 2013.
Our MBA offers students a management curriculum that balances hospitality and tourism applied knowledge with a core of management and leadership theory. It is designed to equip working professionals with the expertise to lead and motivate individuals, teams and organizations within a diverse and multicultural global business environment.
With no geographic restrictions and flexible lecture times, dedicated working professionals from all over the world will now have access to a level of higher education that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Contact us today for further details.
Online MBA in International Hospitality & Service Industries Management degree program with the following specializations:
- Marketing & Innovation
- Asset & Revenue Management
- General Management for Service Industries
- ‘Self Designed’: Any 3 courses from the other specializations
Specialist Online Graduate Programs in International Hospitality:
- Postgraduate Diploma in International Hospitality & Services Management
- Postgraduate Certificate in International Hospitality & Services Administration
7. Indian Board of Alternative Medicines
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The Indian Board of Alternative Medicines is an internationally-recognized holistic medicine training institute offering classroom-based and distance learning courses to students in Australia, New Zealand and all over the world. We provide undergraduate and graduate diploma and degree programmes in a range of alternative medicine therapies including Naturopathy; Medicinal Herbalism; Traditional Chinese Medicine, Reflexology among many others. All of our courses are taught through English.
Our graduates are required to demonstrate a broad understanding and competency in healthcare and maintain a commitment to intellectual development, health and healing practice and scholarship in complementary, alternative and traditional medicine, and integrated health practices.
The Indian Board of Alternative Medicines is one of the largest open international educational academies and a premier institution in the field of alternative / complementary medicine and health promotion.
- Doctor of Medicine in Alternative Medicines
- Doctor of Naturopathy / Natural Medicine
- Doctor of Oriental Medicine
- Doctor of Holistic Medicine
- Doctor of Medicine in Acupuncture
- Doctor of Medicine in Electro Homeopathy
- Masters in Psychotherapy & Counseling
- Bachelor's in Alternative Medicine
- 1 year Diploma courses in Yoga & Massage, Reiki Therapy, Reflexology, Iridology, Holistic Nutrition & more..
8. Australasian College of Natural Therapies
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ACNT is Australia's premier college of natural therapies and beauty therapy located in the heart of Sydney. ACNT offers over 80 natural therapies courses, manual therapy courses and natural beauty therapy courses including remedial massage courses, naturopathy courses, spa therapy, sports massage, herbal medicine courses, aromatherapy courses, and many more. Both in-house and distance education courses comprise people from all walks of life and from all over the world. As one of the largest, internationally accredited natural therapy and beauty therapy colleges in the world, Australasian College of Natural Therapies is proud to be the preferred college of the natural therapies and beauty therapy professions in Australia. ACNT is Australia's largest CIDESCO International School.
Advanced Diploma Courses in Naturopathy, Western Herbal Medicine, Homeopathy, Applied Science (Nutrition); Diploma of Nutrition; Certificate IV in Aromatherapy; Certificate in Iridology; Advanced Certificate in Nutritional Sciences, Iridology; Postgraduate Advanced Certificate in Sports Nutrition. Short Courses available by distance education: Aromatherapy 1 Foundations; Aromatherapy & Massage Techniques; Australian Bush Flower Remedies; Bach Flower Remedies; Massage 1 - Basic / Swedish Massage; Nutrition 1A
9. Australian College QED
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Australian College QED are Australian leaders in correspondence education offering over 80 nationally recognised, certificate and diploma courses by correspondence, eLearning with online support. Our students come from Australia, New Zeland, Asia, USA and worldwide.
Lack of accessibility is no longer an issue. Having access to education is something that is now available to everyone, no matter where you live or what your circumstances. Correspondence learning makes education easy and affordable for all. What's more, with such flexible learning options you can choose to study at any time and from any location you like. There really is no reason why you cannot steer your pathway towards the successful future you want.
Australian College QED has been nominated as a Top10 Educator by StudyNow Australia and New Zealand.
- Freelance Journalism
- Photography
- Television
- Travel Writing
- Bookkeeping & MYOB
- Graphic Design & Desktop Publishing
- Travel Consulting
- International Travel Consultant
- Children's Writing
- Novel Writing
- Creative Writing
- Share Trading
- Business Skills
- Life Coaching
- Counselling Skills
- National Trainer & Assessor
- Public Relations
- Book Editing, Proofreading & Publishing
- National Editor
- Wine Appreciation
- Certified Nanny & Childcare
- Interior Design
- Wedding Planning
10. Cengage Education (a member of Open Colleges)
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Cengage Education is a distance education institution offering nationally-recognised certificate and diploma courses in addition to unaccredited vocational education and training. There are no formal intake periods and no classes to attend. Students are able to study at their own pace around their current schedules to receive exactly the same accreditation as they would from a classroom-based institution.
Relevant, practical and up to date, many of our courses have been developed with the support of peak industry bodies.
A member of Open Colleges, Cengage Education is based in Sydney, Australia. We have been a leader in distance education since 1910 and have enrolled more than 700,000 students in Australia.
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Earn an accredited online hospitality MBA or Postgraduate Qualification from a true global leader in international hospitality education. Glion Institute of Higher Education is a private university in Montreaux, Switzerland which has been ranked among the Top 3 Hospitality Management Schools in the world. 
