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Worldly · Joined: 04 Dec 2006 Posts: 74 Location: The Cosmos

TO THE FORUM:

I did a Forum search for American Higher Education (AHEd) in UAE. I came up empty.

Please advise and comment on the following:

I applied for a position as a Business English Instructor through "Jobs in Dubai, Inc." (a Canadian corporation). Here's the ad I responded to:

"Our client, American Higher Education (AHEd) exports educational programs of U.S. universities to the UAE. They work only with the top 100 universities in the U.S. who offer academic programs, online and onsite, to meet the needs of international students who reside outside of the U.S. AHEd is opening its own Centers in Summer 2006 in Dubai and the UAE states to offer degree and certificate programs from partner institutions.

Our client is seeking to hire Business English Instructors for corporate clients as well as open enrollment programs for their new learning centers in Dubai.

Job Qualifications:

- Bachelor or Master's degree in a relevant field,
- Strong verbal and written communication skills,
- Understanding of grammar and business writing
- Familiarity with current business trends,
- Comfortable working in formal, corporate environment
- Understanding of different cultural backgrounds
- Corporate training background preferred

END AD

According to Jobs in Dubai, Inc., I'm highly qualified. They said they made this determination after the client (American Higher Education (AHEd)) reviewed my resume. I have no reason to doubt the integrity and sincerity of "Jobs in Dubai, Inc.," or the client.

I'm a little concerned that Jobs in Dubai, Inc. requires a refundable deposit before I can pursue the position. The deposit is $34 USD.

My specific questions are:

Does anyone have any detailed information about the client (American Higher Education (AHEd)) in Dubai / UAE? The website is not helpful regarding details of the Dubai operation.

Since the ad provided no salary / benefits information, what might I expect in compensation? (NOTE: I have two MS degrees (International Business and Engineering), a BS in Engineering, as well as experience as a Corporate Trainer and university lecturer.)

Does Jobs in Dubai's requirement for a deposit cause anyone any alarm?

Any other commentary is appreciated. Thank you!

Janeee · Joined: 18 Apr 2006 Posts: 4 Location: USA

Hi,

I have heard that jobs in Dubai is legit, but definitely don't sign up with them just for this job with American Higher Ed. This company was based in Knowledge Village, and just closed down their Dubai office about a week ago.

Good luck

kiefer · Joined: 12 Jan 2007 Posts: 268

From my experience I know that training companies do not run year round business communication courses; rather, they compete for short term contracts, i.e. teachers are hired locally and as part timers.

veiledsentiments · Joined: 20 Feb 2003 Posts: 17644 Location: USA

As a general rule, I would say to avoid recruiters in the Emirates. Always avoid a recruiter that makes you pay anything, almost all of them are scams. In the Gulf, you go directly to the employers and apply.

VS

Worldly · Joined: 04 Dec 2006 Posts: 74 Location: The Cosmos

Worldly · Joined: 04 Dec 2006 Posts: 74 Location: The Cosmos

sweet 'n sour · Joined: 19 Jun 2007 Posts: 11

From my experience applying for the managing director of American Higher Education (AHEd) based in Dubai, Jobs In Dubai - does not take off FILLED positions in a timely manner.

I did not bother joining JiD rather called the HQ in Boston directly and found out the job was filled already.

Best to do your research - and contact the target directly.

"That's what gets results. It aint what you do but the way that you do it.... "

Sweet 'n Sour