Asian Institute of Management (AIM), Manila - Philippines
The Asian Institute of Management offers a unique Asian approach to developing professional managers. Students are continually exposed to relevant situations drawn from the experiences of organizations in Asia through case method learning and hands-on field preparation. AIM also designs customized programs tailored to the special needs of organizations. In-house training and consultants are organized for specific areas of management, or for particular industries and sectors in the Asian business and development community region-wide. The curriculum is designed to enhance managerial capabilities, and to address the challenges of a global environment.
Location
Makati is a bustling cosmopolitan city, a few kilometers from Manila, stretching comfortably over almost 3,000 hectares and housing nearly 500,000 people. Continued rapid growth over the past 25 years has made Makati the commercial, communication and financial center of the Philippines where trendy boutiques, fashionable restaurants and department stores mingle with banks, corporate head offices and embassies in a dynamic spirit of work and play.
Approximate Term Dates
Fall Term (2nd Trimester): Early October to mid December
Winter Term (3rd Trimester): Early January to mid April
Academic Information
AIM's learning methodology is highly interactive, requiring students to prepare, analyze and discuss 3 to 4 case studies every day, and to engage in extended hands-on activities such as the Action Consultancy and the Management Research Report. These activities require students to work independently and with groups to synthesize the knowledge and skills gained throughout the program
Credit Equivalency
1 AIM course = 2 units = 26 hours 40 minutes in-class
5 AIM courses = 10 units = 12 SSB credits
Size of Classes/Features
The size of the class will vary depending on the course, instructor and availability. However, students can expect that there will be about 35-50 students in each class.
Language
The language of instruction is English.
Computer Facilities
Adequate computer facilities, including 40 PCs equipped with Internet and Email access.
Type/Availability of Accommodation
Students may opt to stay in the dormitory or rent outside the campus. On-campus housing is a suite, which is composed of two rooms and is occupied by six students (three students per room). The monthly fee for a dormitory space is about US$ 300. Off campus accommodation such as pension houses, apartments and studio-type rooms are available and are within walking distance to AIM. Off-campus accommodations usually range between $200-400 US/month.
Health Insurance
All exchange students must have the necessary health insurance before participating in the exchange term.
Visa
Students have to apply for a Special Non-immigrant 47(A)2 visa at the Philippine Embassy in Canada. This visa allows students to stay in the Philippines for as long as they are enrolled in the AIM. However, if you stay more than 59 days, you are required to obtain an Alien Certificate of Registration (ACR). This can be obtained once you are in Manila. For more information, contact the consulate at:
151 Bloor St. W., Toronto, ON, M5S 1N5 ph: 416-922-7181
www.philcongen-toronto.com
Banking
It is advisable to have cash or travelers’ cheques in US dollar currency. AMEX travelers’ cheques usually have a 1% charge per transaction while Visa travelers’ cheques do not have a charge. CIRRUS, INTERACT and other ATM machines are accessible. Most banks require a minimum balance of $500 to $1000 US for bank accounts and hold all traveler cheque deposits for approximately 45 days. Thus, it is not advisable to open a bank account for a short stay. An alternative is to get the money wired, costing only as much as the bank charges in your country.
Further Research
For more information about this partnership school, see the exchange literature available in the Schulich Exchange Reference Library located in room W263 SSB or visit their Web site at: www.aim.edu.ph