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Name: | American Intercontinental University, Los Angeles Campus | | Country: | USA | | Institution: | University | | Street: | 12655 West Jefferson Blvd, Los Angeles | | Postcode/City: | California 9066 | | Phone: | [1] [1] 310-302-2000 | | Fax: | [1] [1] 310-302-2002 | | Web: | http://www.aiula.com/ | | American Intercontinental University, Los Angeles Campus:About American InterContinental University
Things you should know about AIU
Founded in 1970 American InterContinental University offers a wide range of Associate Bachelors and Masters degree programs
Our multi-campus institution of higher learning is focused on helping students acquire industry-current knowledge and skills as they pursue build and advance their careers in many of todays most in-demand fields
We welcome the opportunity to answer any questions you may have about our degree programs our campuses and how we may support you as you begin the pursuit of your personal professional and academic goals Please contact us for additional information or click the links on this page to learn more about the university
AIU Mission and Goals
AIU Mission
American InterContinental Universitys mission is to provide for the varying educational needs of a culturally diverse and geographically dispersed student body with the goal of preparing students academically personally and professionally for successful careers
Philosophy and Purpose
American InterContinental University believes it has a special commitment to support each individuals goals To this end the university places emphasis on the educational professional and personal growth of each student Programs policies and activities which have been designed to implement this philosophy and purpose statement are evaluated periodically and changed as necessary to meet the needs of the student body and the institution
AIU as an international institution of higher education encourages global understanding by providing an atmosphere of cultural diversity and opportunities for international education
Goals of the University
In support of its philosophy and mission AIUs goals are as follows
* To enable an international student population to achieve personal and professional goals
* To enable students to rely on their cultural heritage and background as a foundation for their learning growth and change
* To guide students in adapting their knowledge training and skills to the workplace
* To foster the development of critical thinking and lifelong learning skills
* To instill the importance of ethical behavior responsibility and professional standards
* To provide academic programs services facilities and technologies that support team-based learning and contribute to students intellectual development and person growth
* To retain a diverse faculty comprised of experienced qualified educators with industry-current expertise
* To coach and prepare students for job placement and career success utilizing a network of professional and business contacts
History of the University
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step
American InterContinental University AIU was founded in Europe in 1970 on the premise that universities should transcend the bounds of the traditional theoretical approach to education by providing students with a curriculum that is designed to prepare them for successful productive careers For many years AIU has offered this innovative approach to education at its campuses in London established in 1977 Atlanta-Buckhead established in 1977 Los Angeles established in 1982 and Dubai United Arab Emirates established in 1995
In 1998 additional campuses were established in Atlanta-Dunwoody and South Florida AIU Online began in 2001 and was recognized as a separate campus in 2002 In 2003 an additional campus was added in Houston Texas
AIU is committed to developing curricula that provide students with career preparation in business criminal justice design and media arts engineering education and information technology The universitys success in this endeavor is reflected in the presence of its graduates throughout the international business community the achievements of its alumni and the commitment of its faculty | | |
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