Frequently Asked Questions
You’ve got questions and we’ve got answers. These are some of the most frequent questions we get about this course.
Why should i take this course?
Here are a few reasons why you should consider taking this course:
- Career Advancement: Enhance your skills and knowledge to excel in leadership and management roles, opening up opportunities for career growth.
- Professional Development: Gain valuable insights and practical tools to effectively lead teams, solve complex problems, and drive organizational success.
- Credential Enhancement: Earn a recognized qualification that demonstrates your expertise and commitment to personal and professional development.
- Versatility: The skills you acquire can be applied across various industries and sectors, making you a valuable asset in today’s competitive job market.
- Personal Growth: Develop confidence, communication skills, and strategic thinking abilities that will not only benefit your career but also your personal life.
What jobs will this program prepare me for?
With relevant work experience and further education or training, individuals can progress into managerial roles over time. Some potential job roles this diploma could prepare you for include:
- Team Leader
- Supervisor
- Assistant Manager
- Coordinator
- Administrative Officer
- Project Coordinator
- Operations Assistant
- Office Manager
These roles often serve as stepping stones towards higher-level management positions.
What are the prerequisites for enrollment?
- Age requirement: 18 years or older
- 5 CXC passes preferred but not mandatory
- Strong grasp of computer/technical skills recommended
- Microsoft Office installed on your computer
- Access to a reliable, high-quality internet connection required
- Adequate literacy and numeracy skills necessary
General Programme Questions
You’ve got questions and we’ve got answers. These are some of the most frequent questions we get about this course and from our students.
I work full-time and have a family. Can I still study?
Learning at the Global Career Institute is all about flexibility. We believe everyone should have access to Higher Learning Education, despite their challenges and circumstances. Typically spend 4.5 hours weekly in the classroom,(or, if you’re studying via Distance Learning) your weekly studies are carried out as and when it suits you. With so many ways to access your learning resources, be it by laptop, phone or tablet, you can fit study around your life.
What is Blended Learning?
If you enroll on a GCI Distance Learning course, there is no campus and no fixed timetable – instead, you study from home, as and when it suits you. We provide you with all the study materials you need, a team of expert tutors, and other support to get you through your studies and the qualification you gain at the end is the same as any other Institute/ University Degree Diploma or Certification. We simply make the process easier.
We also offer Blended Learning at our study centre in Trinidad and Grenada. You get access to all our online materials and support, but you’ll attend classes at your study centre two days a week, giving you face-to-face time with tutors and that additional structure to your student life.
Do I need a computer?
You’ll need a device with an internet connection to access and download your learning materials. Ideally, this will be a computer or laptop – but you can also access ilearn on your tablet or mobile phone.
What study materials do I get?
Your learning materials are developed by subject specialists and have been developed with your future career in mind – so you don’t just learn the theory to help you pass your exams, but also real-life, practical examples to make things easier to understand and to help you thrive in the workplace. As well as access to your modules in our online portal, you will also find discussion forums, study schedules, an online library and research database.
How do I pay?
You can pay using our Online Payment Gateway or call us on the number at the top of the page. We accept credit and debit cards (Paypal,Visa and Mastercard), and online bank transfers.
*Subject to eligibility.
How do I apply?
We are accepting applications and classes are ongoing.
Applications Online
The following applications are available online for download. These are in Adobe Acrobat PDF format and can be viewed using the freely available Acrobat Reader.
Applications at the Institute
Visit us at #2 Yard Street, Chaguanas to apply on-site, one of our friendly enrollment officers would be happy to assist you.
Application Deadlines
- The priority application deadlines vary by course of interest:
*Subject to eligibility.
