Category Archives: Practical Training 2009

It will normally involve working as a management trainee in industry. The advantages of taking such a “sandwich” course are that it will improve students’
maturity and skills base and will give the opportunity to students to “test” in real-life situations what
they have learnt in theory. It will also enhance students’ employability skills.
Practicums will be monitored by the Department. Two reports must be produced at the end of the
training period: one by the student and one by the supervisor in the workplace. Practicums of at least
6 months’ duration, accounting for 6 credits, must be satisfactorily completed for the award of the
degree. Such requirement may be waived for part-time students currently in employment.

Sandwich and Olive Salad

By | April 30, 2009
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Sandwich students have to apply for a company of their choice in order to undergo the practical training. Personally, I maintained a list of companies and the contact persons with whom I can send the application: Dear Sir/ Madam,I am a second year student studying Management with Information Systems at the University of Mauritius. As… Read More: Sandwich and Olive Salad »

Sandwich Students

By | April 9, 2009
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What is a Sandwich Course? A sandwich course is essentially a degree course that combines traditional education at university with real subject experience based within industry. Financial concern in Industrial Placement Here’s a quote from a ‘sandwiched’ student from University of Manchester: I found the opportunity to earn real money a rewarding experience it was… Read More: Sandwich Students »