YES Academy: July 2009

The job market is becoming increasingly competitive in times of economic downturn, and with thousands of fresh graduates each year vying to enter an already overcrowded pool of job seekers, standing out from the rest can be difficult as possessing a university degree is no longer a demarcation of distinction, but merely a qualifying criterion for many prospective employers. On top of that, there has been a flurry of new colleges and universities mushrooming around the city, fueled by the education boom as more and more people turn to education to enhance their employability. Hence, careful selection of education program to ensure that you get the best value is key. Indeed, among the several major factors that has to be taken into consideration when picking a college is its history, reputation and track record. The YES Academy excels on all counts.

Previously known as the Baruvi Academy of Communication Arts (1997-2008) at Bandar Sunway, it was consolidated under the parent I-World Company and renamed as the YES Academy in 2009. I-World is an establishment that specializes in technology and management training, and has for many years served the information technology community, government agencies, the corporate industry, as well as many institutes of higher learning. The mission of YES is to realize the individual’s fullest potential by providing an innovative and high quality career-focused education at an affordable price. Having been an industry leader that has consistently produced marketable graduates for more than a decade, the YES Academy brings to its courses an academic pedigree like no other. It is with this impressive track record, coupled with its inexpensive cost that makes the YES academic experience one of a kind.

The YES Academy currently offers 5 courses:

-Diploma in Graphic Design (2.5 Years)

-Diploma in Business Management (2.5 Years)

-Diploma in Strategic Business I.T. (2.5 Years)

-Certificate in Graphic Design (14 Months)

-Certificate in Intensive English (18 Months)

All courses are approved by the Malaysia Qualification Agency (MQA) and are taught by experienced lecturers with industry certifications. YES Academy believes in the synergy between professional certification and academic qualification, which strengthens the knowledge and skills as well as employment prospects of its students. Classes are designed to be practical and participatory. They include a combination of lectures, case studies, assignments, presentations, and field trips as well as the occasional guest lectures by industry insiders. Students graduating with a Diploma from YES can either directly enter the job market or apply to undertake higher learning in their related field. A Diploma from YES is widely recognized, and students can go on to pursue and obtain a Bachelor with a degree granting universities within 12 months.

Located at the heart of the nation’s capital, the YES Academy’s city campus comes with many amenities, encourages a healthy balance between study and play, and is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities. Kuala Lumpur is a melting pot of cultures, offering a wide array of food, entertainment as well as opportunities for part time employments. On campus, there are ample parking spaces, a bus stop right in front of the campus building, grocery stores, banks and restaurants all conveniently located within walking distance. Furthermore, the Suria KLCC shopping centre and the LRT train station is a mere 8 minutes walk away.

Besides that, students have access to high speed internet Wi-Fi connections on campus, a full networked Apple Macintosh environment, and study space in the library. Beyond the classroom, YES also offers counseling support and study loan assistance to those in need to ensure students have no problems continuing and coping with their studies. Agents are also available for housing arrangements, especially for students from out of state. YES Academy places a significant emphasis on its students’ affairs because it recognizes that while every undergraduate experience should be fulfilling and rewarding, oftentimes it can also be extremely stressful and demanding.

The YES Academy pride itself in being able to offer top notch courses at an affordable price, imparting the knowledge and skills students need in order to become valuable assets to their companies. Not content with being just a communication arts specialist, YES is gradually expanding its course offering while building on its expertise, and has plans to expand its campus as early as next year in order to accommodate more students.

Interested candidates please visit the YES Academy official website: www.yes.edu.my, or visit/call/fax our nearest office for enquiries and to enroll:

KUALA LUMPUR