It has been more than a decade since the Continental Group of Institutes (CGI) made its foray into the field of Education. There has been no looking back after that. From its humble beginning as Canadian Institute for International Studies (CIIS) in 2001 at Mohali, today it is a conglomerate of four diverse institutes imparting education in multifarious fields such as Technology, Management, Commerce, Arts and Humanities.

CGI Campus set in the serene and lush green surroundings of Jalvehra, Distt Fatehgarh Sahib, provides an ideal environment for academic pursuit. The integrated campus and its easy accessibility, being located on National Highway–1 ( G.T. Road), make it an Institute of First Choice for the neighbouring region. Besides the plethora of National courses / programmes, offered by CGI through affiliations with Punjab Technical University and Punjabi University, its Continental Institute for International Studies (CIIS) has the unique distinction of providing a wide variety of International Programmes at Certificate, Diploma and Degree level. CIIS has partnership agreements with reputed educational institutes abroad in number of countries, whereby the students carry out part of their studies in India and are then transferred to the partner foreign institutes to complete their learning. The Indian students are thus able to achieve foreign degree / diploma at much lower cost and are much better assured of getting admissions, visa / placements abroad. Besides formal education, the curricula at Continental Group provide an excellent opportunity for all round growth and personality development of students. The focus is on sharing and participative learning rather than theoretical teaching and hence grooming the students to excel in the education field of their passion. I take this opportunity to welcome all those desirous of pursuing their studies at CGI and wish them all the best in their endeavours.

I am proud to share in the progress of CIIS. Only seven years old, it has already received enthusiastic response from schools as well as the student community across India and South East Asia. Today CIIS enjoys a leadership position in the education sector due to its partnership with Georgian and other international institutes.

CIIS is a noble effort in the field of professional education in India. The institute has also successfully launched the Automotive Manufacturing Programs that will address the high demand for skilled and professional manpower in the automotive industry.

The success of our graduates is the standard measurement we use in assessing the excellence and relevance of our programs in a very competitive market place. On most recent provincial key performance Indicators results, Georgian were again among the leaders in graduate employment and satisfaction.

We are sure that we will achieve the same for our Indian Campus,as Georgian's commitment aroundthe world of careercentered education gets results for our students. I encourage you to become a part of the Canadian experience as you prepare for your career.

Thompson Rivers University is proud to partner with CIIS to deliver quality Canadian Post-Secondary Education in India.This innovative collaboration offers Indian students the opportunity to gain an international education in their home country, while building the skills and knowledge required for success in a global economy. Thompson Rivers University offers programs in Computing, Business and Tourism at CIIS.

These programs provide graduates with internationally-recognized academic credentials that are designed to meet the needs of business and industry. As a TRU student at CIIS, you will enjoy the advantage of our North American curriculum, delivered in English by highly qualified Canadian and Indian faculty. Thompson Rivers University has over 30 years experience in international Education.

Students from more than 60 countries come to TRU each year to take advantage of our comprehensive range of programs, our unique combinations of flexible learning options and our balance of theoretical and applied studies.In recent years, TRU has greatly expanded its linkages with universities and colleges around the world to deliver joint and accredited programs and now has over 1200 students studying our programs offshore. I encourage you to consider Thompson Rivers University's programs at IIS for your education.

I welcome the articulation agreement between Continental Institute for International Studies (CIIS) and the University of Brighton. The University of Brighton is a thriving academic community of about 21,000 students and is a genuinely international university.In 2005/2006 we had approximately 1,200 international students from over 90 countries worldwide.
Many of our staff come from overseas or have taught abroad, and many of our courses have a strong international theme incorporating case studies and opportunities to study abroad. This rich mixture of nationalities and cultural backgrounds, along with our international outlook, gives the university a truly cosmopolitan feel. Students at the University of Brighton are part of a highly creative and enterprising international academic community, constantly learning, experimenting and innovating.

It is a community that will value you, your experience and personal perspective and will support you throughout your course and into your chosen career. There has never been a better time to become a student at one of the UK's growing number of internationally excellent universities. Wherever you chose to study, I wish you every success in your university career.

The world today seems a much smaller place allowing people to live, work and study wherever they choose.Making the decision to study overseas is still however a big commitment.At Ayr College we recognise the challenge that this presents and we endeavour to ensure that you are fully prepared for studying overseas through our foundation programmes at CIIS. The Ayr College-CIIS partnership aims to provide international students with the required skills, knowledge and learning experience which will facilitate their successful transition into the UK education system.

The CIIS team have been trained in all aspects of our education and quality systems by our team of international and academic staff. The staff at Ayr work hand in hand with staff at CIIS to ensure you experience the highest level of care and tuition.Together, they will provide you with a unique, enjoyable, life-changing experience. Upon successful completion of your foundation course we will welcome you on to one of our HNC programmes at our campus in Ayr.When you arrive here you will find the people of Scotland are warm and friendly; many of our international students rave about the life long friendships they have made during their studies at Ayr.

Studying in the UK will enhance your employability and develop the skills required for modern industry.All international students are offer the opportunity to stay and work in Scotland for two years at the end of their HND studies to gain some vital international experience. It is with great pleasure that I welcome you on the Ayr College-CIIS foundation programme.I look forward to meeting you when you arrive in Scotland to begin the next stage of your educational journey. Work hard and enjoy your course!

I'd like to take this opportunity to introduce Healthcare Direct Staffing and also inform you of our partnership with CIIS.Healthcare Direct Staffing (HDS) is an Indiana based healthcare staffing firm that has been family owned since 1987. HDS employs over 250 physical, occupational and speech therapists, servicing hospitals, school systems extended care facilities, outpatient facilities and home health agencies nationwide.

We are dedicated to forming strong partnerships with the nation's top hospitals, healthcare facilities, school systems and more. Giving our therapists the freedom to choose the clinical settings and location they ultimately want! HDS has strategic partners throughout the United States that have contracted us to fulfill their staffing shortfalls. We currently have openings for over five hundred therapists.

We are also please to announce that we are working with CIIS in India. CIIS facilitates HDS's International Bridging Program (IBP). The IBP is an HDS run program CIIS is the ONLY contracted educator in India to facilitate this. The IBP is a unique bridging program which is in accordance with the CAPTE approved programs in the US and meets the standard of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA.)

Once the Therapist meets the requirements; HDS will take pride in being able to guarantee employment. These candidates will have the freedom of working directly for HDS or one of our many partners throughout the US.

Natcoll Design Technology is proud to form a partnership with CIIS and provide an opportunity for students to gain the skills that they need to succeed in the creative digital design industries. We live in the digital age and digital design technology has transformed the way we see and experience the world.

From education and entertainment to work and leisure, it touches virtually every aspect of our lives. Many exciting career opportunities are available to students who master the tools of creative digital design.As a specialist provider of NZQA approved courses, Natcoll is at the forefront of digital design education and training. Knowledge technology graduates are in high demand worldwide.

We are excited about the pathway opportunities for students to come to New Zealand and further their training in our specialised courses. Whether your passion is for animation, video post production, web development, interactive media or graphic design, with a Natcoll qualification you will stand out from the crowd.

 

As President of Red River College of Applied Arts, Science and Technology, I would like to express my personal commitment to continuing the positive partnership that has developed between our institutions. Red River College is proud to be associated with CIIS and will endeavor to continue to support our successful relationship.

I would like to use this opportunity to express our respect to your institution’s effort to achieve excellence in the education of your students. At Red River College we are committed to enhance quality of life through education in Canada and internationally.

I look forward to our continued positive association and the opportunity for developing new business in the future.