Bridging the Gap: Enabling UK and UAE University Partnership

Canterbury Christ Church University (CCCU) has marked its presence in the Arab region by signing a partnership with Westford University College to deliver its business programs; both at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. For more than 50 years, Canterbury Christ Church University has been a big part of the Kent community, providing education that makes a real and positive difference to people’s lives. The University’s mission is to pursue excellence in higher education: transforming individuals, creating knowledge, enriching communities, and building a sustainable future.

CCCU’s Achievements

• The University received a prestigious silver rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework, exceeding national quality requirements for UK universities.
• Nearly 90% of our research submitted to the 2014 Research Excellence Framework (REF) was assessed as world-leading, internationally excellent, or internationally recognized.
• Top 20 in the UK for Qualified Teaching Staff. 79% of our academic staff hold a teaching qualification in addition to their academic and professional qualifications (HESA 2017/18)

Westford University College is one of the leading and prestigious business schools, located in the UAE offering quality educational deliveries across under-graduate, graduate, and vocational professional programs carrying significant value and recognition from awarding bodies and accredited universities having its presence in the UK, Lebanon, US, Africa, India, and UAE. Its strategic partnerships and understanding of evolving industry requirements and deep analysis of economic realities ensure that we offer a meaningful and diverse portfolio of management, fashion, and technology-based programs. It has developed an integrated alliance with Liverpool John Moores University and Cardiff Metropolitan University in the UK and UCAM in Spain. Signing this new partnership with CCCU is a testament to its resolve to provide affordable high-quality education to all learning aspirants from across the globe.

About the Programs

B.Sc. (Hons) in Business Management

The B.Sc (Hons) in Business Management is a 180 credits program comprising of 6 modules that are designed to provide a sound and relevant educational foundation for a range of professional careers in industry, commerce, the service sector, and self-employment. It has two intakes in a year; in September and January and is offered onsite (UAE) as well and online.

MBA International

The MBA International is a one-year Level 7 program that will be delivered in 3-trimesters with intakes in January, May, and September. The mode of delivery is flexible; the program will be delivered both onsite (UAE) as well as online.

List of Modules

• Strategy and Globalisation
• Global Economics and International Finance
• Innovation, Entrepreneurship and the International Perspective
• Market Research
• International Business Culture and Marketing
• Introduction to International Human Resource Management
• Intercultural Leadership, Employability and Personal Development
• Independent study: Business Plan

Student Testimonials

“The diverse environment of Westford and its various interactive programs provides the training needed to develop minds and nurtures us to grow as leaders. The B.Sc (Hons.) in Business Management with Canterbury Christ Church University is one such amazing program provided by Westford. The warm welcome from the CCCU team through an online meet & greet session helped us feel connected to the university despite the distance. The university ensures to stay connected with us through frequent emails and meetings and values our opinions as students which makes our experience seamless. This support and guidance were doubled with the efforts of the Westford team who helped me with each step from orientation, registration, modules to submissions. I thank Westford for providing us with this opportunity. It has been a privilege to be a part of this program and I look forward to learning and developing with CCCU.” Hafsa Mohammed [B.Sc (Hons.) in Business Management]

“My experience thus far has been very smooth and enjoyable, transitioning from HND to Top Up seemed like it would be quite difficult and was very intimidating in the beginning, but with the help of my professors and with the support of the Westford and CCCU team it has been wonderful so far. I am glad to be completing my journey with CCCU and Westford University College.” Jordan Naicker [B.Sc (Hons.) in Business Management]

“My experience with CCCU has been excellent. The modules are very informative and touch upon different areas of business management addressing the challenges and opportunities in the business world. The assessment tasks were well explained by Westford University College module leaders, and our transition from HND to top up was very smooth. I have received enough support to be able to undertake my study amidst the very challenging pandemic situation.” Talaha Dafedar Sayed [B.Sc (Hons.) in Business Management]

“My experience with CCCU B.Sc (Hons.) in Business Management was a little challenging in the beginning with the number of assessments, general nervousness about moving into top up but it became exciting and interesting once everything was settled. With the help of our faculty, I could adjust to new changes and learn many new subjects, terms and perform well in my assessments. I am glad that I am a part of the CCCU program, and I thank Westford and all the faculty members for being constant support throughout the year.” Wajiha Khan [B.Sc (Hons.) in Business Management]