Press Release

Arena Multimedia launches centre in Makati

 Makati - Philippines, Sept 06, 2006: Arena Multimedia, Asia’s leader in animation and multimedia training - a division of Global Learning Solutions Company, Aptech Limited - has launched a new state-of-the-art center at Makati, Philippines.

 In his message on the occasion, Mr. Pramod Khera, CEO & Managing Director, Aptech Limited said, “I am delighted to announce the inauguration of the first Arena Multimedia centre at Philippines. The Multimedia & Animation industry is growing. Animation is shaping into the most explosive & dynamic industry and the demand for well-trained animation professionals is growing at an astounding pace. Students, who are looking for a career in multimedia & animation, can now look forward to joining Arena Multimedia, & leverage on the boom in multimedia related industries such as animation, post production, gaming, etc.”

 He added “With its industry-relevant and industry-validated comprehensive career courses in multimedia & animation, Arena Multimedia offers promising career opportunities to the students of Philippines. Arena’s Mission is to create a pool of high caliber professionals who will have the capability & confidence to meet the needs of any global organization.”

 Mr. Arnold Cruz, Centre Head, Arena – Makati said “With the establishment of the Arena centre in Philippines, students will now have an opportunity to take up the Arena Animation Academy Specialist Program (AAASP) - a highly acclaimed & focused course, offering high - end animation with a specialization in 3-D animation. Perfectly formulated as per industry requirement, the AAASP course strikes the right balance between technology and creativity. Modules include Graphic Suite, Interactive Multimedia, Animation, Advanced Animation and Digital Portfolio Development Suite.”

 “Additionally, the students will be involved in simulated projects, enabling them to initiate their digital portfolio development right from the 1st semester. Besides achieving well-defined objectives at the end of each semester, students will be given the added benefit of special value addition through integrated projects, E-projects and options for specialization”, he added.

Delivery Methodology

CILM – Customer Integrated Learning Methodology. CILM uses an integration of instructor led, computer based and video based training support to provide highly specialized and focused training in

 Multimedia Technologies. Through this delivery mechanism, students are trained by conventional as well as technology driven models.

 About Arena Multimedia:

 Arena Multimedia is a Pioneer, Trendsetter and Asia’s Leader in Animation education. Arena Multimedia has an extensive network of centers across 13 countries & has trained over 1,75,000 students globally since it’s inception in 1996.

 With an overwhelming response since its inception, Arena has always delivered world-class quality, competence and consistency in its offerings.

 Arena offers industry relevant courses on Animation & Multimedia to students aspiring for global careers in this New Age industry. It trains students as well as professionals in the latest industry relevant courses backed by alliances with world leaders, a world-class faculty and the latest technical educational tools.

 Arena offers training in areas like multimedia, animation, gaming & web engineering for opportunities in industries like advertising, entertainment, print & publishing, designing and internet. Arena’s students are placed at leading organizations across the globe.

 For further information please visit www.arena-multimedia.com