INTERNATIONAL THINKING.

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CONTENTS
MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT & VICE CHANCELLOR 3

WHY ACSENDA? 5

PROGRAMS
Bachelor of Business Administration 6

Bachelor of Business Administration - Concentrations 8

Bachelor of Hospitality Management 14

ACADEMIC PATHWAY TO A PRESTIGIOUS CAREER 16

DISCOVER YOUR INDIVIDUAL PATH 18

TUITION FEES 19

APPLICATION PROCESS 19
MESSAGE FROM THE
PRESIDENT & VICE
CHANCELLOR
Welcome to Acsenda School of MINISTERIAL CONSENT
Management where students come Acsenda offers undergraduate
from many different countries programs in the Province of British
Columbia with Consent of the
to earn a business degree in
Minister of Advanced Education
Vancouver, one of the most under the authority of the Degree
beautiful and multicultural cities in Authorization Act. The Minister has
the world. granted consent for the Bachelor
of Business Administration (BBA)
and the Bachelor of Hospitality
Our programs, faculty, and students
Management (BHM) degrees.
bring a unique international www.gov.bc.ca/aved
perspective to studying Acsenda has Education Quality
management and business issues. Assurance (EQA) status, a quality
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BC public and private post-secondary
business environments, and management practices in other parts
institutions that have met or
of the world. You learn in small classroom settings where faculty
exceeded provincial government
are able to focus more on your individual learning needs and where recognized quality assurance
you truly get to know other students. standards and offer consumer
protection. The Ministry of Advanced
Education sets all quality assurance
Whether you are a student beginning your post-secondary
policies, including eligibility
education or a mature student with experience you will appreciate requirements for EQA
the opportunity to study year round and to choose specialized www.bceqa.ca
concentrations that are relevant to your career goals.

Underpinning everything we do is our unwavering belief in your

potential to create a brighter future for yourself whether you decide
to work for an employer or to establish your own business venture
here in Canada or elsewhere in the world.

When you make a decision to come to Acsenda you can be assured

of the quality of our programs and our commitment to fostering
your success.

Sincerely,
Lindsay Redpath, Ph.D.
President and Vice Chancellor
RIGHT IN THE
HEART OF
VANCOUVER
Nestled in downtown Vancouver, British Columbia, Acsenda School
of Management is located in one of the world’s most international
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the rest of the world.

Business communities around the world have become closer than

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and technology. Large corporations and small to medium size
businesses are expanding their overseas markets rapidly. An
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 Our Mission
Business Management Education
We are committed to teaching excellence and quality programs that prepare students to work in
selected sectors of the global labour market.
WHY ACSENDA?
• SPECIALIZATIONS LINKED TO
PROFESSIONAL CAREERS
The Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
degree offers concentrations within business
that are aligned with professional designations.
The Bachelor of Hospitality Management (BHM)
degree is uniquely designed to prepare
graduates for a management career in the
hospitality industry.
• WORK IN CANADA - PART TIME OR
THROUGH INTERNSHIP
Students in any program at Acsenda are able to
work off campus for up to 20 hours per week.
International students who graduate from our
degree programs are eligible to apply for the
Post-Graduate Work Permit Program (PGWPP)
allowing them to work in Canada for a maximum
of three (3) years. They are also eligible for the
BC Provincial Nominee Program (PNP).
Students in the Bachelor of Hospitality
Management complete a six month six credit
internship that allows them to gain industry
experience in a destination outside of their home
country prior to graduation.
• START AND STUDY YEAR ROUND
Acsenda has four academic terms per year
starting in January, April, July and October.
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can be processed at any time and students can
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their needs. With year round enrolment for the
BBA, there is an opportunity to progress through
the program more quickly.
• GRADUATE SATISFACTION
95% of our graduates say that their business
degree prepared them for their preferred job or
career path and 92% said that they received
value for their investment in their degree
from Acsenda.
• INTERNATIONAL THINKING -
INDIVIDUAL FOCUS
Our faculty specialize in teaching students from
over 20 different countries around the world and
bringing a truly international perspective and
experience to the classroom. Small class sizes
allow faculty to get to know students and their
learning needs. Faculty and staff are accessible
and focused on supporting student success.
 PROGRAMS | BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA)

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION (BBA)
The BBA is a 4 year undergraduate degree program that prepares students for careers in today’s complex
business world. Students master a broad range of knowledge skills, values and methods necessary for
effective business management and leadership. Concentrations within the BBA allow for specialization
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Administration from the Canadian Institute of Management.

Please refer to the academic calendar for course descriptions, prerequisite courses and program changes.

6 ACSENDA SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

 WELCOME TO
ACSENDA SCHOOL
OF MANAGEMENT –
VANCOUVER.
In support of our
brand promise
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THINKING, INDIVIDUAL FOCUS, we
continue to bring a global perspective to
everything that we do. Our small class sizes
ensure that our students and instructors
experience a learning environment that is
supportive, dynamic and diverse.
The undergraduate programs at Acsenda
prepare students to meet the challenges
of globalization, innovation and
competitiveness. Our programs are designed
with input from employers, professionals
and academics with teaching and business
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At Acsenda, you will be exposed to
case analysis, teamwork, and strategic
planning processes. Upon the completion
of your program, you will have achieved
discipline expertise and professional
competence, critical thinking and
problem solving skills, communication
and interpersonal skills, leadership skills,
knowledge of accountability and ethics, a
global perspective and cultural sensitivity.
Acsenda graduates are well-rounded
and highly motivated individuals possessing
an equally solid foundation in theory and
practice. They have the knowledge, skills
and attributes to prepare them for successful
careers in business.
This is your time to prepare for your future.
Our faculty and staff are here to help you
achieve your goals!
Dr. Teresita Ireneo-Manalo
Dean, BBA
PROGRAM STRUCTURE
AND COURSES (120 credits, 40 courses)
(except for the BBA Accounting Concentration)
GENERAL EDUCATION (7)
ENGL101 Academic Writing
ENGL102 Academic Essay
BADM110 Business Communications
BADM120 Business Math
BADM221 Fundamentals of Economic and
Business Statistics
COMM110 Critical Thinking
COMM120 Public Speaking and Presentations
BUSINESS CORE - LOWER DIVISION (11)
ACCT101a Financial Accounting I
ACCT201a Managerial Accounting I
BADM 130 Management Information Systems
BADM 201 Managerial Skills
BADM202 Operations Management
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BIBM 101 International Business Management
BMRK231 Marketing
ECON121 Microeconomics
ECON122 Macroeconomics
FINC101a Financial Management 1
BUSINESS CORE - UPPER DIVISION (8)
BADM301 Business Law
BADM302 Organizational Behaviour in the
Global Workplace
BADM304 Business, Society, Ethics
and Sustainability
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BUSINESS CONCENTRATION COURSES (5-7)
ELECTIVE COURSES
Lower and Upper Level (7-9)
The number of elective courses varies by
concentration area
ACSENDA SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT 7
 PROGRAMS | BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA) - CONCENTRATIONS

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The Acsenda School of Management (ASM) BBA program in Accounting is designed for students who plan to
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in accounting are valued in Canada and around the world in all industries and organizations in the public and
private sectors. This program also provides a broad education necessary for our graduates to progress towards
a leadership role in any organization.

Why a career in ACCOUNTING?

• 28,600 accounting positions currently

in British Columbia (BC).*

• 11,600 job openings in BC by 2025.*

Why Acsenda’s BBA concentration in ACCOUNTING?

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• Chartered Professional Accountants (CPA) of Canada. Graduates receive exemptions from 10 CPA - prep
modules required to earn the CPA designation.
• Average Salary for a CPA: CAN$ 141,000
• CPA positions available in Canada: 15,000
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** World Travel & Tourism Economic Impact report

8 ACSENDA SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

PROGRAMS | BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA) - CONCENTRATIONS

ACCOUNTING - required concentration courses

(21 credits)

ACCT 331 Intermediate Financial Accounting I:

Assets
ACCT 332 Intermediate Financial Accounting II:
Liabilities and Equities
ACCT 431 Advanced Financial Accounting:
Consolidations and Advanced Topics
ACCT 432 Advanced Managerial Accounting
ACCT 433 External Auditing I
ACCT 435 Accounting Theory and Practice
TAXN 401 Taxation

Other Accounting Courses (business core):

ACCT 101a Financial Accounting I

ACCT 101b Financial Accounting II
ACCT 201a Managerial Accounting I
ACCT 201b Managerial Accounting II
FINC 101a Financial Management I
FINC 101b Financial Management II

Before I graduated with my BBA, I obtained a paid intern position in a rapidly

growing accounting company. My professors helped with reference letters, resumes
and job-hunting advice that proved to be priceless. Once I completed my degree, I
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joining, I was promoted and was responsible for supervision of three members in a
team. Thus far, I have been growing within the same company and plan to take my
career to the next level by actively pursuing a professional accounting designation.

Alina Khusniyarova
BBA Graduate, Accounting
 PROGRAMS | BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA) - CONCENTRATIONS

BBA-INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS
MANAGEMENT CONCENTRATION
The Acsenda School of Management (ASM) BBA program with a concentration in International Business
Management is designed for students who wish to pursue careers in internationally-oriented organizations.
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import/export industry and the movement of goods. A concentration in International Business Management
prepares students to navigate the challenges of international trade and global business.

Why a career in INTERNATIONAL

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT?

• 13,830 international trade positions

currently in Vancouver. *

• 12,100 job openings in BC by 2025. *

Why Acsenda’s BBA concentration in INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS?

• Prepares students for professional designation and a career in International Trade and Business.

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• Learn from faculty with the CITP designation and international business experience

• Career Assist program designed to ensure students establish rewarding careers in the international
business industry.

• Student membership in Forum for International Trade Training (FITT) and involvement in FITT
sponsored events.

*http://pwp.vpl.ca/siic/guides/importexport-careers/

10 ACSENDA SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

PROGRAMS | BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA) - CONCENTRATIONS

International Business Management –

required concentration courses (21 credits)

BMRK 331 International Trade Management

BIBM 332 International Finance
BIBM 431 Legal Aspects of International
Business
BIBM 432 Global Supply Chain Management
and Logistics
BIBM 433 International Marketing Management
FITT - The Forum for International
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individuals and businesses.
BIBM 101 with ASM

Other International Business Courses

(upper level electives):

POLI 301 Environmental Law and Policy

BADM 331 Global Entrepreneurship and Venture
Management
BADM 331 Global Citizenship
BADM 332 Global Leadership

My time at the Acsenda School of Management has given me an amazing chance

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to complete courses made it possible to enter the workforce sooner, with a better
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Graham Anderson
BBA (International Business)

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 PROGRAMS | BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA) - CONCENTRATIONS

BBA-GENERAL BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

The General Business Management Concentration is an excellent choice for students who seek a degree with
a broad perspective of the business world. Students are exposed to a wide range of business management
courses rather than specializing in one area. General Business management students are eligible for credits
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Students are required to take 5 out of 12 courses Other elective courses

(one from each management concentration is (lower level electives):
required):
BADM 102 Business and Entrepreneurship
BMRK 332 Consumer Behaviour
BADM 222 Management Science
BMRK 431 Marketing Communications
HIST 202 World Citizenship I
BMRK 433 International Marketing
HIST 203 World Civilization II
Management
PSYC 101 Psychology I
BMRK 434 Effective Selling & Sales
Management SOCI 101 Sociology I
BIBM 331 International Trade Management
(upper level electives):
BIBM 332 International Finance
POLI 301 Environmental Law and Policy
BIBM 432 Global Supply Chain Management
and Logistics BADM 332 Global Citizenship

BMRK 433 International Marketing BMRK 460 Marketing Strategies and Case
Management Analysis

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PROGRAMS | BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION (BBA) - CONCENTRATIONS

BBA HUMAN RESOURCES Students are required to take the

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management, employee and labour relations, Safety and Wellness (upper level
health and safety and organizational development elective)
and change.
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entrepreneurial ventures launching new products or BMRK 433 International Marketing
services, public relations, social media marketing, Management
TV/radio/print/digital media marketing and BMRK 434 Effective Selling and Sales
marketing research. Management
BMRK 490 Marketing Management and
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therefore, expect to be introduced to business Other Marketing Management
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Emphasis is placed on the practical application of (business core)
skills learned through case analysis, individual
BMRK 460 Marketing Strategies and Case
and teamwork.
Analysis (upper level elective)
BMRK 462 Business to Business Marketing
(upper level elective)

ACSENDA SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT 13

 PROGRAMS | BACHELOR OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT (BHM)

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The Bachelor of Hospitality Management (BHM) degree is designed to prepare graduates for a successful
management career in the hospitality industry. The program integrates the principles and practices of
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industry and it needs leaders who know
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45,000 job openings in Canada.*

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the planet will be in hospitality
by 2023.**

WHY ACSENDA’S BACHELOR OF HOSPITALITY

MANAGEMENT DEGREE?
• Prepares students for the strategic leadership positions needed in the hospitality industry.

• Developed with leading hotel chain executives to deliver the skills needed.

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type in BC!

• Career Assist program designed to prepare students to establish rewarding careers in the hospitality
industry.

• The only program with the admission to the full Hospitality Degree Program in BC (degree program vs
diploma bridging program).

• Learn from faculty with up to date academic credentials and industry experience.

* www.workbc.ca/Labour-Market-Information/Jobs-in-Demand/Top-Occupations

** World Travel & Tourism Economic Impact report

14 ACSENDA SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

PROGRAMS | BACHELOR OF HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT (BHM)

PROGRAM STRUCTURE AND COURSES (123 credits, 39 courses)

GENERAL EDUCATION (6)
ENGL101 Academic Writing
BADM110 Business Communications
BADM120 Business Math
BADM221 Fundamentals of Economic and
Business Statistics
COMM110 Critical Thinking
COMM120 Public Speaking and Presentations
BUSINESS CORE - LOWER DIVISION (8)
ACCT101a Financial Accounting I
ACCT201a Managerial Accounting I
BADM 130 Management Information Systems
BHRM231 +XPDQ5HVRXUFHV0DQDJHPHQW
BMRK231 Marketing
ECON121 Microeconomics
ECON122 Macroeconomics
FINC101a Financial Management 1
BUSINESS CORE - UPPER DIVISION (6)
BADM301 Business Law (including innkeeper law)
BADM302 Organizational Behaviour in the
Global Workplace
BADM304 Business, Society, Ethics &
Sustainability
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BMRK434 Effective Selling and Sales Management
BADM490 Business Strategy
LOWER DIVISION HOSPITALITY CORE (5)
BGHL101 Introduction to Hospitality Management
BGHL202A Food & Beverage Management I
BGHL201B Food & Beverage Management II
BGHL203 Accommodation Management
BGHL204 Cost Control
UPPER DIVISION HOSPITALITY CORE (7)
BGHL301 Technology & Information Management
BGHL302 Facility & Security Management
BGHL303 Hospitality Operations & Supply
Chain Management
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BGHL440 Internship (6 credits)
BGHL490 Capstone Hospitality and
Business Strategy (6 credits)
ELECTIVES (5)

WELCOME business. Through a business Our program includes a mandatory

TO THE
BACHELOR OF
HOSPITALITY
MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM
Acsenda’s BHM
degree program is a direct
entry Bachelor of Hospitality
Management. Our Bachelor of
Hospitality Management captures
the essence of our brand promise
International Thinking, Individual
Focus. Customer service and the
ability to anticipate and exceed
customer expectations are key
components of all hospitality
sectors, as they are at the Acsenda
School of Management.
Hospitality Management is a global
focus, the Bachelor of Hospitality
Management integrates leadership
and management skills with key
strategic and operational skills
sought by today’s industry leaders.
The program will equip you with
the digital, management and
business background the industry
now demands.
Our faculty bring their international
and industry experience to the
classroom to create an engaging
learning environment. Through
the use of case studies and
simulations critical analysis,
problem solving, decision making
and communication skills are
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issues, challenges and solutions
are examined.
six month internship that
bridges the classroom and the
industry to provide experiential
learning. Accommodations
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Management, Technology and
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Management, Business Strategy,
Creating Value in the Hospitality
Economy are but a few of the
experiences that the Internship
brings to an enriched learning
environment.
We extend our hand to welcome
you and to work with to achieve
your goals and to realize your
potential.
Dr. Stephen Lynch
Executive Director, Hospitality
Management

ACSENDA SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT 15

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quantitative courses in our degree programs at Acsenda.
The Business math (BMTH 099) is required for:
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determined as equivalent to our Grade 11 Math admission requirements and whose MDT score is below the
threshold of 60%;
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the required math level courses at the post-secondary or secondary level and whose MDT score is below
the threshold of 60%.
Basic math is recommended for:
• Students who fail to pass BADM120 and are advised to take BMTH099 as a remedial course so that they
may be prepared to pass BADM120 and other quantitative courses in the program.
• Students, who had been away from mathematical disciplines for several years, are also recommended to
take this course to refresh their mathematical skills and concepts.
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For students applying for admission to the Bachelor of Business Administration or the Bachelor of
Hospitality Management:
• Completion of High School or an equivalent program with a minimum average of C+ (65%) or
higher.
• BC Grade 11 Math (or equivalence from other provinces or countries) with a minimum
grade of C+ (Math 12 is recommended).
• BC Grade 12 English (or equivalent).

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Grade 11 Math + Direct Entry

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High School Bridgings English &

IELTS 5.5 – 6.0 Grade 10 Math
Graduate or plus Mathematics support

INTAKE DATES:
January, April, July, October

January, October (BHM)

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TUITION FEES*
Tuition and other fees are INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
subject to change. Please refer Tuition Fee per course $1,499
to the Academic Calendar. Internship BHM $1,499
Except for:
DOMESTIC STUDENTS:
English for Academic Purposes (EAP)
Tuition Fee per course $675
EAP 3 $4,110
Except for:
EAPP 100 $4,750
EAP 3 $4,110
EAPP 100 $2,150 Basic Math 099 $1,999

*Tuition fees do not include textbooks, other term fees (library, material fees) and taxes. Textbooks are approximately $250 per term per EAP Level. If
academic courses are taken in addition to EAP levels additional tuition fees will incur.

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To apply to Acsenda School of A Letter of Offer is issued along with a Deposit Quote. The
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Management, simply submit a costs and fees.
completed application package 2. Payment of Quote
including all required documents by
a. Make payment for the Deposit Quote
email: admissions@acsenda.com
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or post: 9th Floor - 1090 West
A Letter of Acceptance is issued along with a deposit
Pender Street Vancouver, BC V6E receipt. This letter is to be used as part of the study permit
2N7 Canada application with Immigration Canada.

THE FOLLOWING IS REQUIRED TO BE Please note: the deposit payment is non-refundable. The only
SUBMITTED AS A PACKAGE: exception is if the applicant is refused their study permit. In this
situation the applicant will need to submit a withdrawal form along
1. Submit Application with a copy of their study permit refusal letter. Acsenda retains the
$150 application fee and a $300 administrative fee. The remaining
a. Application for Admission Form amount is refunded within 30 days.

b. Copy of Passport Further Assistance and information regarding the admissions

process can be obtained by contacting the admissions department
c. Copy of Academic Transcripts at Acsenda.

- An additional Letter of Intent and Curriculum Vitae are admissions@acsenda.com

required when a degree is 10+ years old.

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CELTA etc)

Applications can be submitted via email to:

admissions@acsenda.com
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