Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Academy signs an agreement with Pearson VUE to open their first authorised Testing Centre in Amman’s TAG-ITI academy
Will provide computer-based test delivery for ICT certification
Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Academies (TAG-Academy), in cooperation with Pearson VUE, announced today (Tuesday, October 21, 2008) the launch of its first Pearson VUE Authorised Testing Centre, which will provide computer-based test delivery for ICT certification. This will just be the first of a number of test centres as part of this agreement.
The announcement at GITEX comes as a reflection of the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization’s (TAG-ORG’s) commitment to the region’s education sector, and its ongoing efforts to assist in the development and certification of professionals in the areas of both language and technology. The initiative will help bridge the gap between the skill requirements of the area and those available in the local market.
According to the agreement signed between TAG-Academies and Pearson VUE, the vision behind the testing centre is to draw on Pearson VUE’s experience in education and computer-based test delivery for the benefit of the region’s emerging generation of professionals.
“Through this agreement and cooperation it will be easier to create a talented pool of highly qualified technical resources which are very much in demand in this region,” said Salah Abu Osbeh, Regional Executive Director of TAG-Academies.
Mr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, Chairman and CEO of the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org), stated: “It is time to consolidate efforts and better understand ICT development needs and take full advantage of ICT technologies and programs through cooperation and partnership frameworks that enhance educational outcomes and stimulate innovation."
Paul Howarth, MD of Pearson VUE for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, said: “I am very pleased to welcome TAG-Academies as an Authorised Pearson VUE Testing Centre. Our combined skills in training and test delivery will ensure a successful partnership which will benefit professionals seeking to not only learn new skills but certify in those skills to enhance both their education and career prospects.’
