ReTRA-Africa [Skills]

Earn High Income by mastering 1,2 or 3 Super Skills !!

Master Digital, Job-Specific or Entrepreneurship Skills in just 1-3 months from a 40-Year old globally-recognized institution. Enjoy full scholarship worth USD4000 per student. Limited to 50 students for the next intake.

History

Africa needs more Skilled Talents and Entrepreneurs, not just university graduates.

ReTRA–Africa [Skills] has its antecedents in the Langkawi International Dialogue (L.I.D) which was a Congregation of African Leaders in Malaysia to establish SMART PARTNERSHIPS to promote investment, trade and education since 1997. A significant outcome of the LID education component led by Binary University was the establishment of the Binary- First Lady Scholarships and Binary Global Teaching Centres (GTCs) in several African Nations. ReTRA-Africa [Skills] represents another phase of Binary University’s continuing engagement with Africa.

AIM

The primary aim of ReTRA-Africa [Skills] is to provide access to international quality education and skills to marginalised Youth in Africa to reduce the problem of unemployment and poverty levels in Africa. The ReTRA-Africa [Skills] program will empower 200,000 African Youth by 2030 transforming them to become Skilled Talents and Youth Entrepreneurs.

Scholarship Fund

To achieve the aims of ReTRA-Africa [Skills], the ReTRA Scholarship Fund was approved by the Senate of Binary University where all qualified African Youth will be provided 100% Scholarship and all tuition fees for the ReTRA-Skills programs are totally waived. Students only pay a minimal registration fee to show their commitment to acquiring cutting-edge skills to transform their future.

ReTRA-Africa [Skills] supports the 2030 Agenda and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) which was adopted in 2015 by all countries of the United Nations. SDG4 emphasises the need to provide inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all. SDG4 aims to substantially increase the number of youth and adults who have relevant skills, including technical and vocational skills, for employment and entrepreneurship. In line with this, The ReTRA Africa [Skills] is providing a Unique Talent Creation Program that comprises of Digital Skills, Job-specific Skills and Entrepreneurship Skills.

Courses & Duration

The ReTRA-Africa [Skills] Program provides one the opportunity to either become a highly employable talent or self-employed entrepreneur. The ReTRA- Africa [Skills] Program offers Digital Skills, Job Specific Skills and Entrepreneurship Skills. These 3 skills are supported by 3 Centres of Excellence namely Centre for AI & Data Analytics ,ISP Centre of Excellence and the ASIA Centre for Entrepreneurship at Binary University.

COURSE OPTIONS

CHOOSE 1,2 OR all 3 Skill Courses according to your budget. Effective from 1^st October 2024, ReTRA- Africa [Skills] participants can choose to do either Digital Skills or Entrepreneurship Skills or Job-Specific Skills or combination of 2-3 courses.

❖ Choose 1,2 or 3 courses according to your special interest and budget.

❖ As each course is 1 month duration, it is easy to complete successfully and master the skills that can help kick-start your career quickly.

❖ There are NO Exams. You just need to complete mini projects.

❖ There will 5 lessons per week, each lesson is 1.5hours [7.5hours p/week] per course.

❖ A total of 20 lessons (30hours) will be offered for each certificate course.

Study Anytime, Anywhere

❖ All classes will be delivered 100% ONLINE. You will be given a SPECIAL PASSWORD to access the course enrolled for 1 month.

❖ You can study at your own pace, anytime from anywhere. However you must complete 7.5hrs of study per week to graduate in 1 month.

❖ You must also submit the “mini-projects” on a weekly basis to graduate on time.

❖ To clarify any doubts on any lessons, you can contact the Program Leader for help.

❖ For those who are unable to complete in 1 month, a 2-weeks extension can be provided upon request using the Extension Form subject to giving a valid reason.

Benefits

Acquiring a new skill offers numerous benefits. Here are the top 9 benefits.

❖ Increased Employability: New skills can enhance your resume and make you more attractive to employers, opening up more job opportunities and career advancements.

❖ Higher Earning Potential: With new and relevant skills, you can qualify for higher-paying jobs or negotiate better salaries in your current position.

❖ Enhanced Problem-Solving Abilities: Developing new skills often involves overcoming challenges, which can improve your critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

❖ Career Advancement: New skills can open up opportunities for promotions, allowing you to climb the career ladder and increase your income over time.

❖ Diverse Income Streams: Skills like freelancing, consulting, or starting a side business can create additional sources of income, providing financial stability and growth.

❖ Increased Productivity: Learning skills that improve efficiency can lead to better job performance, potentially resulting in performance bonuses, raises, and other financial rewards.

❖ Job Security: Acquiring in-demand skills can make you indispensable to your employer, reducing the risk of job loss and providing greater career stability.

❖ Adaptability: In a rapidly changing world, being able to adapt to new situations and technologies is crucial. Acquiring new skills makes you more versatile and resilient to change.

Assessment & Certification

All ReTRA-Africa [Skills] courses are assessed based on 100% mini projects which must be submitted weekly. There are no Exams.
Upon successful completion of your course, you will be awarded the Professional Certificate in Digital Skills or Entrepreneurship Skills or Job-Specific Skills by Binary College, a subsidiary of Binary University.
Those who complete 2 or 3 courses will receive multiple certificates.

Tuition & Registration FEES

In conjunction with Binary University’s 40^th Anniversary, the Senate has approved the RETRA- Africa [Skills] Scholarship Fund. A total of 50 students per country in Africa can enjoy full scholarship of USD4000 each.
The total fees for each course is USD4270 comprising of USD270 (Registration fees for 3 courses) and USD4000 (Tuition fees).
Effective 1^st October 2024, students only need to pay the registration fee of USD 90( for 1 course), USD180 (for 2 courses) or USD270 (for 3 courses).

Offer Letter & Payment Method

Upon receiving your application form, an Offer Letter will be issued by Binary College.
You must complete the Acceptance Form which will be sent along with the Offer Letter.
Next pay the registration fee of USD90 or USD180 or USD270 to the Bank A/C of “Binary University Sdn Bhd” or by online payment using Flywire. (The details of how to make the payment will be explained in the Offer Letter.)
Upon receipt of the Acceptance Form and Payment, you will be given a PASSWORD to START CLASS IMMEDIATELY (within 3-5 working days).

Course Start Date

For Digital and Entrepreneurship Skills, you may start the course within 3 working days after verification of payment.
For Job-Specific Skills, the next intake is on the 8^th Jan 2025.