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Why not join the many delegates who have been through these distance learning programmes. Use this unique experience to enhance your knowledge of

Telecommunications or broaden your existing experience and knowledge base. You could customise these programmes for your own unique company training scheme

in order to build your team and enhance your company operation.

To register: +44 (0)20 7017 5514 For information: +44 (0)20 7017 4144

3 COMPREHENSIVE 6 MONTH DISTANCE LEARNING COURSES FOR THE TELECOMS INDUSTRY

FULLY ENDORSED BY THE GSA

Discount available for Global mobile

Suppliers Association members.

See page 2 for details.

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> Fully managed learning environment

> Greater access to course tutors and fellow students

I was really enlightened. I liked how different topics were introduced and

then developed For me it was an all round course covering all aspects

of the mobile sector I will strongly recommend to our HR that they

sponsor more students on this course. KM, NET*ONE (PVT) LTD, ZIMBABWE

COURSE DIRECTORS

Dave Bowler, Tony Wakefield,

Alan Mayne and Dave McNallySupport provided, through online virtual

classroom tutorials, by our very experienced

team of training professionals who have a

wealth of experience of telecommunications

markets, technologies and operations.

DISTANCE LEARNING

ENHANCE YOUR CAREER PROSPECTS WITH

CERTIFICATE IN MOBILE

COMMUNICATIONS

STARTS

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as I now can confidently participate in discussions

outside my area of operations. SK, MTC Namibia

DIPLOMA IN 21ST CENTURY

TELECOMMUNICATIONS

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The Informa Telecoms Academy is part of the

Informa Telecoms & Media Group, and has a solid

reputation for delivering high quality, interactive,

training courses for individuals and companies

within the telecommunications industry. Our

expertise covers both mobile and fixed telecoms, the

3GSM family of technologies (including 2G, 3G &

LTE), TETRA, CDMA, services and applications, radio

and core networks, industry insights and overviews.

We provide training at different technical levels

suitable for a wide range of functions including

engineers, sales, marketing and management.

As part of the Informa Telecoms & Media Group, the

Telecoms Academy has access to the most up-to-date

telecommunications market information and analysis,

allowing this information to be incorporated into our

programmes where relevant.

Why Study by Distance Learning?Increasingly we all face more pressure in our business lives.Finding the time to attend courses of any kind can be very

difficult and well meant plans are often put aside

indefinitely. Distance Learning is the solution to your

education needs. You can enjoy the full benefits of

studying, whilst still in employment using the freedom

and flexibility of Distance Learning to your advantage.

You can set the pace at which you learn. You can decide

where and when you want to study. If you travel, you can

take the materials with you to continue studying and make

good use of travelling time. If you change companies,

inform us of your change of address and the advantages

of distance learning continue. One of the most beneficial

factors of distance learning is that as the course progresses,

you can apply the knowledge, skills and expertise gained to

your work immediately.

Key benefits

EndorsementThis programme isfully endorsed by GSA

The Global mobileSuppliers Association.

GSA is the representativeorganisation for GSM/3Gsuppliers, representingover 80% of GSM/3Gmarket share globally.GSA delivers authoritative,market intelligence andtechnology updates forthe mobile industry andthe media. GSA advisesregulators/policymakerson optimum conditionsfor mobile marketdevelopments. Assistanceto operators includingenhanced dialogue/information exchange isachieved via seminars, VIPevents, and the web-based Operators Zone.

DISCOUNTS AREAVAILABLE FOR GSAMEMBERS please callus on +44 (0)20 70174144 for more details.For more informationabout GSA visitwww.gsacom.com.

Informa Telecoms &Media is the leadingprovider of businessintelligence and strategicmarketing solutions tothe global telecoms andmedia markets.

Driven by constant first-hand contact with theindustry our 90 analystsand researchers producea range of intelligenceservices including newsand analytical products,in-depth market reportsand datasets focused totechnology, strategy andcontent.

To find out more aboutTelecoms & Media visitour websitewww.informatm.com

For information on coursefees and administrationplease turn to page 8.

Executives from these leading companies have enrolled in the TelecomsAcademy Distance Learning programme:Altech Namitech Ltd, Azercell Telecom,Bain & Company, Belize Telecommunications Ltd, Cable & Wireless Grenada Ltd, Cellc

(PTY) Ltd, Dhiraagu PVT Ltd, EFG-Hermes, Ghana Telecom, International FinanceCorporation, International Turnkey Systems, Manx Telecom, Mentor GraphicsCorporation, Microsoft, Mobimak AD, Mossel Jamaica (Digicel), MTC, MTN NigeriaCommunications Ltd, Net One, Nigerian Mobile Telecommunications Ltd (M-Tel),Nokia Networks, Orange, Orascom Telecom Algeria, Post and Telecommunications of

Kosovo, Prism, Roshan, Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications, Telekomunikacja PolskaSA, TeliaSonera International Carrier, Vmobile Nigeria Limited, Vodacom Congo,Vodafone Malta Ltd, Zanzibar Telecom Ltd (Zantel)

Join other Telecoms Academy students from around the world: Currently wehave students enrolled from many different countries worldwide including:Afghanistan,Algeria, Azerbaijan, Belize, Congo, Egypt, Finland, Ghana, Grenada, Isle of Man,Jamaica, Kosovo, Kuwait, Macedonia, Maldives, Malta, Namibia, Netherlands, Nigeria,Poland, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Tanzania, United Kingdom, USA, Zimbabwe

Booking line +44 (0)20 7017 5514 Email [email protected] Web www.telecomsacademy.com/dl

THE INFORMA TELECOMS ACADEMY

Programme DirectorDave Bowlerhas over twenty years of

experience in telecommunications training

and has provided training to both technical

and non-technical audiences, having worked

for companies including Cable and Wireless,

Mercury Communications and Wray Castle.Dave has managed, designed and delivered

training programmes covering all aspects of

telecommunications focusing primarily on

advanced technology but also including

advanced business programmes.

Course Directors and TutorsTony Wakefield is Training Director of the

Informa Telecoms Academy. Tony has over 10

years experience as a telecoms training

professional specialising in fixed, wireless and

converged technologies and networks. Hestarted his career with British Telecoms,

gaining a whole wealth of experience in

telecommunications. Tonys previous roles

have included both lecturing and managing a

course development team specialising in

telecommunications training.

Alan Mayne brings to the Telecoms Academy

some twenty-one years of experience in

Telecoms and IT gained working for some of

the leading telecoms companies including BT

and Ericsson. He has worked in telecoms

training since 1998. Previously Alan has worked

as a Senior Engineer for Ericsson with

responsibility for supporting GSM Network roll-

out for one of the leading UK mobile phone

operators.

Dave McNally has gained a wealth of

experience within the Telecoms Industry

being a lead presenter in both the Faculty of

Technology and Engineering and Faculty of

Telecoms Business. His career includes working

as a Senior Engineer for Cable and Wireless.

Dave has worked in Telecommunications

Training since 1996.

YOU decide where and

when to study and then

set your own pace

FLEXIBLE modular course

structure allows you to

study subjects most

relevant to you and your

business to create anindividual programme

RELEVANT for technical

and non-technical

students

BENEFIT from the

expertise and support of

leading industry and

training practitioners

LEARN the latest

technology and business

processes from a high

level of course content

and detail

APPLY the knowledge,

skills and expertise

gained to your workimmediately

YOUR knowledge and

expertise recognised

unique qualifications

SUPPORT provided

through regular online

tutorials, with tutors and

subject matter experts

Students will receive

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Nominally a 6 month course with an additional 4-6 weeks

examination preparation and examination time required.

Who will benefit?

THE CERTIFICATE WILL BENEFIT those lookingto consolidate and formalise their knowledgeof Mobile Telecommunications, or those newto the industry.

Integrated Certificate Diploma ProgrammeStudents who sign up to the Certificate programme intending to moveon to the Diploma programme can now take advantage of Telecoms

Academys fully integrated, Distance Learning programme. Theprogramme incorporates a full Certificate course with an additional 4modules from the Diploma course leading to the award of a fullDiploma. This is nominally a 10 month course with an additional 4-6weeks examination and preparation time required.

Diploma Bridging CourseStudents who have successfully completed the Certificate Programme may wishto continue studying with the Telecoms Academy and progress to the Diplomacourse. It is now possible to quickly obtain the Diploma by completing theDiploma Bridging Course, by studying 2 mandatory modules and choosing a

further two from the list of optional modules. This is a 4 month course with anexamination 1 month after studies have been completed. The successfulstudent will be awarded the full Diploma on completion.


1 The Mobile Market Types of Network

Services, & the User Perspective

Regional Activity

Competing & ComplimentaryTechnologies

Manufacturers

Content Providers

Industry Bodies Regulation

2 Technology Principles Telecommunication Principles

Analogue and Digital Systems

Signals and Coding

Radio Systems

The Cellular System

Principles of Signalling & Control

Making & Receiving Calls

Circuit Switching Packet Switching

3 Mobile Infrastructure &Supporting Systems

Requirements of a Cellular System

GSM Explained

GPRS Explained

UMTS Explained

Service Platforms

Charging & Billing

Connecting the Elements

4 Handsets, Services, Media& Content Distribution

Terminals The Requirement

Capabilities & Limitations

Handset Architectures

Content & Downloads

Messaging

Roaming & Interoperability

Security Billing Aspects

Use of Bluetooth

The Core Modules The following four modules are mandatory

The Specialist Modules Students must choose two of the following modules

It is also suitable for use in a company-wide training scheme providing an excellent frameworkto increase employees knowledge, skills, and confidence.

Designed to give a broad picture of mobile communications, but allowing a degree ofspecialisation, the programme will provide an excellent grounding for job functions as diverse asRadio Engineer, Core Network Engineer/Switch Engineer, Billing Specialist, Integration Engineer,Roaming Specialist, Carrier Relations Manager, Applications Analyst, Radio Operations,Transmission Engineer, Sales/Marketing/Branding, Product Manager, Field Construction, Trainersand those in more general Managerial positions.

For either course you would take the two mandatory modules and choose two optional modules from below.

Mandatory Modules

1 Network Infrastructure and

Operations2 Commercial Aspects of

Telecoms

Optional Modules

Students must choose two:

A Business Processes in TelecomsBAdvanced Radio

CAdvanced Core Network

D Security & Fraud Prevention

E OSS/BSS and Billing*

F Marketing Branding & Services

GAdvanced IP

*not to be taken if Billing & MediationModule E was selected as part of yourCertificate Specialist modules

Bridging Course Note:In addition to studying 4 modulesthe student will also receive an

additional module, NetworkTechnologies, containing invaluablereference material to assist withstudies, this module will not be partof the final examination.

CERTIFICATE IN MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS

As part of our ongoing development process this content of this programme is subject to change.

ARadio Systems The GSM Air Interface Scheme

Adding GPRS

The W-CDMA & UMTS AirInterface

Radio Planning Aspects

Procedures

Radio in Context The end-to-endService

Bluetooth Radio System

B Core Network Systems Fixed Telecommunication Principles

Transmission

Transport

Switching

An End-to-End Call

The Packet Switched System

IP in the Core Network

Signalling and Control

Service Delivery

Messaging Systems

The IP Multimedia Subsystem

Evolving the Core Network

C Business Processes Telecommunication Operators

Functions & Responsibilities The Business Environment

The Basic Requirements

Processes & Procedure Flows

The TeleManagement Forum& the eTOM Model

DMarketing, Branding& Services

Setting Strategy & Direction

Measuring Performance NetAdds, ARPU

Adding Value for the User

Accessing the Services

Increasing Revenue

Evaluating Customer Needs Loyalty/Churn Issues

Establishing a Brand

E Billing & Mediation Billing Requirements

Types of Mobile Billing

The Billing Processes

Interconnect Billing, RoamingAgreements, & TAP

Billing Solutions: Post-paid &Prepaid

Systems Architecture, Interfacesand Integration

Fraud Problems & prevention

F Network Implementation Basics

The Planning Process

Radio Components Network Switching Subsystem

Components

Transmission System Requirements

Remote Access

Power

Environmental Issues

ALTERNATIVE COURSES

Early Bird and GroupDiscounts available

REGISTER BY 21 DECEMBER

See page 8 for details


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Nominally a 6 month course with an additional 4-6 weeks

examination preparation and examination time required.

Who will benefit?

THE DIPLOMA WILL BENEFIT those looking to enhancetheir knowledge of Mobile Telecommunications ingeneral, or to build on specific areas of expertise bybroadening their experience and knowledge base,whilst looking at chosen specialist areas in detail.

It is also suitable for use as a more advanced course in a company-wide training schemeproviding an excellent framework to build a strong team of competent individuals in allareas of company operation.

This programme is designed to give a more detailed analysis of mobile communications,and through the modular structure, allows for a good degree of specialisation. Theprogramme provides an excellent follow on to the Certificate programme, and for thoseemployees with the required relevant experience, it provides an ideal framework foradvanced study bringing together a comprehensive array of topics in an integratedtraining package.


1 The Telecoms Marketand Services

The Global Telecoms Market andits Dynamics

Market Analysis and Trends

Terminals The Requirement

Capabilities & Limitations

Operating Systems

Analysis Current Handsets Services Defined

Content & Downloads

Messaging

Media Types

Roaming & Interoperability

Security

Billing Aspects

2 Network Technologies The 3GSM Network

Transmission Systems

Transport & Switching

Signalling & Control

Billing Systems

Operations & Maintenance

Messaging Systems

Voicemail Access to Content

IN & CAMEL

OSS & BSS

IP Network Infrastructure

Network Convergence

3 Network Infrastructureand Operations

Coverage, Capacity, & QualityDefined

Licenses & Regulation

Key Performance Indicators

Radio Network Planning

Core Network Planning

IP Technology as a TransportSystem

An Integrated Core Network &the IP Multimedia Subsystem

Planning the Service Provision

Resilience & Redundancy

Billing Issues

Standard Interfaces

Security & Fraud

4 Business Processes inTelecoms

The Business Environment

Telco Business Models for the 21stCentury

The Telecoms Value Chain

The Operational Environment

The Basic Requirements

Operational & Administrative Internal Organisation

Processes & Procedure Flows

Customer Care Facilities

Business Systems

Operational Systems

The Role & Scope of OSS & BSS

The TMF & eTOM

The Specialist Modules Students must choose two of the following

A Advanced Radio Radio Spectrum &

Propagation FDMA, TDMA & CDMA

Cellular Principles & theC/I ratio

Path Loss & Cell Planning

Typical Cell Configurations

Cell Structure for W-CDMA

The Protocol StacksExplained

Power Control Techniques

Handovers/Cell Reselections

Location Determination

Radio Planning Processes

The Layered Approach

Optimisation Techniques

B Advanced CoreNetwork

Circuit Switched Domain

The MSC, HLR, VLR, GLR,AUC, EIR, & MLC in Detail

Messaging, & its Integration

The GPRS Core Network

IN & CAMEL

The move to All-IP Networks

Transmission & TransportTechnologies Ethernet,

ATM, Frame Relay, PDH,SDH, Optical/DWDM,Token Ring

IP Technology Explained

QoS Mechanisms ATM,MPLS, DiffServ, IntServ, RSVP

Voice Over IP

The IP MultimediaSubsystem (IMS) & SIP

Streaming/Advanced Media IPv4 to IPv6 Dual IPLayers, Tunneling

Addressing issues

C Security and FraudPrevention (TBC)

Security Considerations

Types of Network Attacks

Security & the NetworkArchitecture

The Subscriber IdentityModule

The Authentication Centre

Standard Authentication

Standard Encryption Protecting Network Data

Service Misuse Repudiation

CommercialConfidentiality

IP & Security

Fraud & Fraud Prevention

Fraud & the Billing System

Voucher Management

Anti Fraud Systems &Platforms

D OSS/BSS andBilling Integration

OSS, BSS & Billing

An Overview The TMF & eTOM

Current & Legacy OSS/BSS Systems

Focus On OSS & BSS

Integrating BSS & OSS

Billing Systems

Equipment Manufacturers& Areas of Expertise

E Marketing,Branding andServices

Setting Strategy &Direction

Measuring Performance

Segmenting the Market

Regional Issues

Handsets

Service Types


Increasing Revenue

Evaluating CustomerNeeds

Loyalty/Churn Issues


Marketing Campaigns

F CommercialAspects of

Telecoms The Regulatory

Environment

Technology Choices &Associated Licenses

Competition Issues

Standardisation

Industry Bodies

The GSM Association &IREG

Roaming Partners

Roaming Interoperability

Service Partners

Partner Branding

Mobile Virtual NetworkOperators

Interconnect, Billing,Security, APIs

G Advanced IP IP Protocol Review

TCP/IP Protocol Suite IP Addressing

IP Applications

FTP, HTML/XML, e-Mail

IP Security

AAA/RADIUS/DIAMETER

Virtual Private Networks

Encryption Systems

IP in Mobile Networks

IP Multimedia Subsystem Services & Architecture

Voice over IP Architecture, SIP & H.323

Dimensioning a

Multimedia IP Network Factors AffectingCapacity

Dimensioning for QoS

COMPANY TRAINING SCHEMES?

Tailoring either of these programmes is possible to meet your specific company needs,please call for details on +44 (0)20 7017 4144

DIPLOMA IN MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS

As part of our ongoing development process this content of this programme is subject to change.

UNSURE OF WHICH ROUTE TO TAKE?I would like to take the Certificate and intend to also take the Diploma

SEE: Integrated Certificate Diploma Programme and save 1145.

I have already taken the Certificate and would like to take the Diploma

SEE: Diploma Bridging Course save valuable time and over1000 in fees.


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1 Changing Landscape Review of Legacy Systems Fixed Networks,

Mobile Networks and the Internet

Industry Trends

Defining Convergence and ConvergenceModels

Case Study 1 Fixed Network Operator

Case Study 2 Mobile Network Operator

Case Study 3 Broadband Supplier

The Impact of the Internet and the Web

Web 2.0 Trends and Influence

Converged Services

Fixed-Mobile Convergence (FMC)

Example FMC Services

The Triple-Play and Quad-Play Concepts

Business Models for Convergence

The Changing Role of the Regulator

2 Services, Media and Terminals Content and Media in the modern network

The User Experience

Service Delivery Platforms

Messaging Services

Digital Broadcasting

3 Enabling Technologies Review of Access Network Technologies

Broadband Access

Core Network Technologies

Architectures for Converged Services

Service Control and Delivery


Content Platforms and Content Delivery

Internet Protocols for Converged Services

Quality of Service (QoS) Issues

QoS Mechanisms

End-to-End QoS

Billing Platforms

4 Business Models for Convergence

Review of Legacy Business Models Generating Revenue from Content

Next Generation Business Models

Converged Billing, Converged Services andConverged Networks

The Network as a Bit Pipe

Triple-Play and Quad-Play Services

Partnerships and Alliances

Internet Business Models

CAPEX and OPEX Considerations forConverged Networks


REGISTER BY 8 FEBRUARY



DIPLOMA IN 21ST CENTURY TELECOMMUNICATIONS


* Please note course content is subject to change and modification

Who will benefit?

THE COURSE WOULD BENEFIT those looking to enhance theirknowledge of Next Generation Telecommunications in general; or tobuild on specific areas of expertise by broadening their experienceand knowledge base, whilst looking at chosen specialist areas indetail. It is especially suitable for use as a more advanced course in acompany-wide training scheme, providing an excellent framework tobuild a strong team of competent individuals in all areas of company

operation. It is equally suitable for individuals, and ineither case, successful completion results in the award ofthe Informa Diploma in 21st Century Telecommunications.

This programme is designed to give a thorough overview of themarket and technology surrounding convergence, and through themodular structure, allows for a good degree of specialisation. Itprovides an ideal framework for advanced study bringing together acomprehensive array of topics in an integrated training package.

The Specialist Modules Students must choose two of the following modules

AAccess Network Technologies Access Network Requirements

Wireline Access Technologies

Digital Subscriber Line

Fibre Distribution

Cable Networks Features and Capabilities

Wireless Access Technologies

3GPP Networks

3GPP2 Networks

Wireless LANs and the IEEE802.11 Standards

Wireless MANs

Short-Range Wireless Technologies

Access Network Architectures for ConvergedService Delivery

Authentication, Authorisation and Accounting

B Core Network Technologies Legacy Network Architectures

Network Evolution

Service Control and Delivery in LegacyNetworks

The Next Generation Network

Transmission and Transport Technologies Ethernet, ATM, Frame Relay, PDH, SDH,Optical/DWDM, Token Ring

The move to All-IP Networks

IP Technology Explained

QoS Mechanisms ATM, MPLS, DiffServ,IntServ, RSVP

MPLS Layer 2 and Layer 3 VPNs Voice Over IP

Softswitch Principles, the Media Gateway,Signalling and SIGTRAN

The IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) and SIP Streaming/Advanced Media Support

Making the Transition from IPv4 to IPv6 DualIP Layers, Tunneling

Addressing and the use of E.164 numberingscheme ENUM Protocol

Migration Strategies for Operators

C Converged Service Delivery Telecommunication Service Delivery

Open Service Access and Parlay

Parlay X and Web Services


IMS Architecture

IMS Service Control

IMS Protocols and Procedures

3GPP/3GPP2 IMS Implementation

IMS in Fixed Networks

QoS Requirements and Control

DDigital Television and IPTV The Technical Requirements of Television

Digital Television Principles

Digital Broadcasting Standards

Digital Television Delivery

DTV Receivers

Internet Protocol TV (IPTV)

IPTV Global Trends

IPTV Services and Service Providers

E Billing and Support for ConvergedServices

Legacy Billing Models and Platforms

Billing Requirements for Converged Services

The Billing Cycle

Platforms for Converged Billing

Platform Architecture

The Role of Mediation and Rating inConvergence

Customer Care Facilities

Business Systems

Operational Systems

Operations and Maintenance

The Role and Scope of OSS & BSS

The TMF and eTOM Current and Legacy OSS/BSS Systems

NGOSS Explained

F Marketing, Branding andPositioning

Setting Strategy and Direction

Measuring Performance Net Adds, ARPU

Segmenting the Market

Regional Issues

Terminals

Service Types


Accessing the Services

Increasing Revenue

Evaluating Customer Needs Loyalty/Churn Issues


Marketing Campaigns Examples


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1 Changing Landscape

Review of Legacy Systems Fixed Networks,

Mobile Networks and the Internet

Industry Trends

Defining Convergence and Convergence

Models

Case Study 1 Fixed Network Operator

Case Study 2 Mobile Network Operator

Case Study 3 Broadband Supplier

The Impact of the Internet and the Web

Web 2.0 Trends and Influence

Converged Services

Fixed-Mobile Convergence (FMC)

Example FMC Services

The Triple-Play and Quad-Play Concepts

Business Models for Convergence

The Changing Role of the Regulator

2 Services, Media and Terminals

Content and Media in the modern network

The User Experience

Service Delivery Platforms

Messaging Services

Digital Broadcasting

3 Enabling Technologies

Review of Access Network Technologies

Broadband Access

Core Network Technologies

All enquiries and In-house training telephone: +44 (0)20 7017 4144 Email: [email protected]

An excellent course. A must-have course for any executive of

a telecoms organisation. SE, Nigerian Communications Commission

[it was a] challenging, eye opening experience which has helped meacquire a good grasp of how telecoms A to Z works. HH, Cell C (Pty) Ltd, South Africa

I would unreservedly recommend the Telecoms Academy. TL, Microsoft

The course provided meaningful insights about industry, technology

and future development. RS, Ernst & Young

Its very important for everybody interested in telecoms.MA, Saudi Telecoms Company

It has really broadened my knowledge of current technologies used

in the mobile telecoms industry. IAS, M-Tel

Very challenging and exciting. IAS, M-Tel

I really learned a lot that will really benefit me as I now can confidentlyparticipate in discussions outside my area of operations. SK,MTC, Namibia

Telecoms Academy delegates say:

A new distance learning Diploma from Telecoms Academy:

THE DIPLOMA IN LTE AND ADVANCEDCOMMUNICATIONS

The next major development in mobile networks, will for many, be represented by the technology Long Term Evolution(LTE). LTE will present new commercial and technological challenges for vendors, operators, regulators and service providers.

Informa Telecoms Academy has added a new course to its successful series of Distance Learning programmes, The Diploma in LTE and AdvancedCommunications is a six month programme which covers all aspects of LTE, from the services it can deliver to the details of network planning.

This programme would suit anyone in the telecommunications industry who requires a detailed understanding of the LTE concept, the challengesin its deployment and an insight into the current market position.

The programme consists of four mandatory modules and two elective optional modules:

Mandatory modules: Introduction to LTE and 4G Wireless

The LTE Air Interface

Services and Applications for LTE

The LTE Core Network (Evolved Packet Core)

Optional modules: LTE Radio Network Planning

IP-based Core Network Dimensioning

Service Delivery and the IMS

Traffic Engineering, QoS and MPLS in IP Networks

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THE SMALL PRINT

CANCELLATION POLICY TERMS

For cancellations received up to 10 workingdays before the start of the course there isa 215 administration charge. Forcancellations received after 4 January 2010for the Certificate, 11 January 2010 for theDiploma and 22 February 2010 for theDiploma in 21st Century Telecommunicationsthe full course fees will be incurred.Cancellations will not be actioned until

written notification has been received.

DISCLAIMERSThe courses will take place subject toreaching a satisfactory intake to the course.It may be necessary for reasons beyond the

control of the organisers to alter the line-upof tutors or course content, however, everyeffort will be made to adhere to thepublished syllabus.

DATA PROTECTIONThe personal information provided by you,will be held on a database and may beshared with companies in the InformaGroup in the UK and internationally.

Sometimes your details may be madeavailable to external companies formarketing purposes. If you do not wish yourdetails to be used for this purpose pleasewrite to the Database Manager, Informa UKLtd, 29 Bressenden Place, London SW1E5DR, UK. Tel: +44 (0)20 7017 4555Fax: +44 (0)20 7017 4743 Email:[email protected]

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AdministrationFor matters relating to enrolment, payment, fees

and change of enrolment details, etc contactInforma Telecoms Academy on: tel: +44 (0)207017 4144; fax: +44 (0)20 7017 5657 or email:[email protected] . All othercontact details will be supplied on registration.

Studying Time of the Modules The amount of time spent studying will depend

on your knowledge, experience and whetherEnglish is your first language. As a guide youshould aim to spend 20 hours of private studycompleting each module.

The nature of a distance learning programmerequires students to adopt a disciplined andindependent approach to their studies. In order

to study independently you will require good

time management skills and self motivation.

Language of the Course The course is to be conducted entirely in

English both written and oral.

Applicants for whom English is not their firstlanguage, may be asked to provide evidence ofhaving attained a level of both written and oralEnglish that is adequate to meet the demands ofthe course.

Virtual Classroom SessionsTo take part in the regular virtual classroom sessionsyou will need access to a suitable PC withmultimedia capabilities and an internet connection.

How to Join the CourseComplete the application form attached tothis brochure and send it to:

Administration

Informa Telecoms Academy

37-41 Mortimer Street

London

W1T 3JH

UK

OR fax it to: +44 (0)20 7017 5657

The Course Director will consider eachapplication. Applicants will be notified as

to whether their application has been

accepted.

Application Deadlines 18 JANUARY 2010 CERTIFICATE IN MOBILE

COMMUNICATIONSMust be received by 4 January 2010.

25 JANUARY 2010 DIPLOMA IN MOBILECOMMUNICATIONSMust be received by 11 January 2010.

18 JANUARY 2010 INTEGRATED CERTIFICATE DIPLOMA PROGRAMMEMust be received by 4 January 2010.

25 JANUARY 2010 DIPLOMA BRIDGING COURSE

Must be received by 11 January 2010. 8 MARCH 2010 DIPLOMA IN 21ST CENTURY

TELECOMMUNICATIONSMust be received by 22 February 2010.

Course Fees

EARLY BIRD AND GROUP DISCOUNTSEARLY BIRD DISCOUNTS Register by Early Bird Price SAVE!

Certificate in Mobile Communications 21 December [email protected]% 250

Diploma in Mobile Communications 28 December [email protected]% 250

Integrated Certificate Diploma Programme 21 December [email protected]% 370

Diploma Bridging Course 28 December [email protected]% 140

Diploma in 21st Century Telecommunications 8 February [email protected]% 250

GROUP DISCOUNTS

A 25% discount applies when four or more delegates book from the same company. Please Note: Bookings

must be made at the same time for all delegates on the same course only.

The VAT rate is subject to change and may differ from the advertised rate, the amount you are charged will be determined when your invoice is raised.

Payment is required before the start date ofthe course or within 30 days of receipt of yourinvoice, whichever is sooner. Informa TelecomsAcademy regrets that course materials may not bereleased until payment is received.

For students studying for the:

Certificate in Mobile Communications the feeis 2345 plus 17.5%VAT.

Diploma in Mobile Communications the fee is2345 plus 17.5%VAT.

Integrated Certificate DiplomaProgramme the fee is 3545 plus 17.5%VAT

(Save 1145 if intending to study bothCertificate and Diploma programmes)

Diploma Bridging Course the fee is 1335 plus17.5%VAT (If you already gained the Certificate

in Mobile Communications save 1010 bytaking the Diploma Bridge Course to obtain theDiploma in Mobile Communications)

Diploma in 21st Century Telecommunicationsthe fee is 2345 plus 17.5%VAT.

This covers the course materials, courseworkmarking, feedback, tutorial support, examinationand issuing of the award.

SAVEUPTO25%

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9/10All enquiries and In-house training telephone: +44 (0)20 7017 4144 Email: [email protected]

1. PERSONAL DETAILS

Surname/Family Name: __________________________________________

Forename: ______________________________________________________

Title: Mr/Mrs/Ms/Dr: _____Sex (M/F): _____ Nationality: _____________

Country of permanent residence: __________________________________

2. MAILING ADDRESS FOR MODULES

Course modules and other materials should be sent for the attention of:

_________________________________________________________________

Course Modules and other Materials should be sent to

the following address:

Building No.: ________ Street Name: _______________________________

City/Town: ______________________________________________________

Country: _______________________ Postcode/Zip: ____________________

Telephone Number: ______________________________________________

Email Address: ___________________________________________________

Please provide a current, private email address to ensure your

website username and password are sent to you without delay.

If you experience problems with standard postage please let us

know as soon as possible so we can make alternative arrangements.

3. APPROVING MANAGER

Please provide the name and contact details of your Approving Manager:

Name:_________________________________ Job Title:_________________


Email Address: ___________________________________________________

4. BILLING ADDRESS

Who do you wish the invoice for your course fees to be sent to (if not to

the same address as above)?

Invoice should be sent for the attention of:

_________________________________________________________________

At the following address:


City/Town: ______________________________________________________

Country: _______________________ Postcode/Zip:____________________


Email Address: ___________________________________________________

APPLICATION FORM FOR ENROLMENTTHIS FORM TO BE RETURNED TO:

Informa Telecoms Academy

Mortimer House, 37-41 Mortimer Street

London W1T 3JH, UK

Fax: +44 (0)20 7017 5657

CLOSING DATES: Certificate in

Mobile Communications applications:

4 January 2010

Diploma in Mobile Communications

applications: 11 January 2010

Diploma in 21st Century

Telecommunications: 22 February 2010

Please either TYPE this form orcomplete in BLOCK LETTERS

Certificate In Mobile Communications

Distance Learning Course I2A5A Starts 18 January 2010

Diploma In Mobile Communications

Distance Learning Course I2A58 Starts 25 January 2010

Bridging Course Option

Distance Learning Course Starts 25 January 2010

I have completed the Certificate in Mobile Communications and wish to takethe Bridging Course Option for the Diploma in Mobile Communications.


Distance Learning Course I2A5B Starts 18 January 2010

Diploma In 21st Century Telecommunications

Distance Learning Course I2A5C Starts 8 March 2010

5. FINANCE

Note: Fees are due by the start of the course or on receipt of your invoice

whichever is soonest. Tick box(es) as appropriate.I am taking:The full Certificate in Mobile Communications option:Fees due 2345 (plus 17.5%VAT).

The full Diploma in Mobile Communications option:Fees due 2345 (plus 17.5%VAT).

The Diploma Bridging Course: Fees due 1335 (plus 17.5%VAT).

The Integrated Certificate Diploma Programme: Fees due 3545(plus 17.5%VAT).

The full Diploma in 21st Century Telecommunications option:Fees due 2345 (plus 17.5%VAT).

I am booking 6 weeks before the start date, please apply the 10%discount to my booking.

Please tick box indicating your method of payment:

Credit Card Bank Transfer

6. THE PAYMENT OPTIONS

Please charge my credit card

Card no:

Expiry Date:

Cardholders Name:

CVV no ______ (3 digit number on the back of the credit card (front of American Express)

Signature: ____________________________________________ _ Date: _ _ / _ _

Card Billing Address

Contact Tel No for Cardholder

Students Surname: _________________________________________________

Enclosed is a cheque made payable to Informa UK LtdRef: I2A5A, I2A58, I2A5B or I2A5C as applicable & students surname

For payment by bank transfer (excl. US$ or HK$): Informa UKLtd, Account 01825550, NatWest Bank, Colchester, Essex, UKSort Code: 60-06-06, SWIFT Address: NWBKGB2112B.

Please send a copy of your transaction receipt and invoice number to the

organiser on payment: fax: +44 (0)20 7017 5657 and ask your bank to

include the reference: I2A5A, I2A58, I2A5B or I2A5C as applicable and

Students Surname as applicable and the participants surname in the

transfer instructions.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ON PAYMENT DETAILS VISIT:www.payments.informa.comor call +44 (0)20 7017 5514


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7. MY CHOICE OF SPECIALIST MODULES (TICK TWO)

CERTIFICATE IN MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS Tick two

DIPLOMA IN MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS Tick two

DIPLOMA BRIDGING/INTEGRATED CERT DIPLOMA Tick two

DIPLOMA IN 21ST CENTURY TELECOMMUNICATIONS Tick two

I give permission for my details to be included on a contact list tobe distributed to other participants on the course.

8. EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

Present company/employer (name): _______________________________

Your position:____________________________________________________

Work address of present company/employer:


City/Town: ______________________________________________________

Country: _______________________ Postcode/Zip:____________________

Employed since: _________________________________________________

Work Telephone Number: ________________________________________

Work Fax Number: _______________________________________________

Email Address: ___________________________________________________

9. EDUCATION

You may be asked to provide copies of all relevant certificates

and qualifications

Examinations passed and examinations taken for which results are

not yet known:

_________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

Examining Body:_________________________________________________

Year: ____________________________________________________________

Levels: __________________________________________________________

Subject Grade: ___________________________________________________

10. INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE

Please enter here details of industrial and professional experienceincluding employing organisations and positions held (or attach a

rsum).

_________________________________________________________________

A. Access Network Technologies

B. Core Network TechnologiesC. Converged Service DeliveryD. Digital Television and IPTV E. Billing and Support for

Converged Services

F. Marketing, Branding

& PositioningG.SecurityH.Operating Effectively

A. Business Processes inTelecoms

B. Advanced RadioC. Advanced Core NetworkD. Security & Fraud Prevention

E. OSS/BSS & Billing* F. Marketing Branding

& ServicesG. Advanced IP

A. Advanced Radio B. Advanced Core NetworkC. Security and Fraud

PreventionD. OSS/BSS and Billing

Integration

E. Marketing, Branding andServices

F. Commercial Aspects ofTelecoms

G. Advanced IP

A. Radio Systems B. Core Network SystemsC. Business ProcessesD. Marketing, Branding

and Services

E.Billing and Mediation F. Network Implementation

Basics

11. PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Please give details of any professional qualifications and nameof professional body:

_________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

12. LANGUAGES SPOKEN

Mother tongue: __________________________________________________

If English is not your mother tongue, please give details of any

English language courses (eg: IELTS, TOEFL) that you have taken or

details of how long you have been speaking English.

_________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

13. REFERENCES

In the event a reference may be needed to support your enrolment,

please give the name and address of one referee and his/her position:

_________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

If you are being sponsored by your company, please provide the

name of your training manager or person responsible for training:

_________________________________________________________________

14. INVIGILATOR (THIS IS MANDATORY)

Please provide the name and contact details of the training manager/manager acting as your validating examiner.

_________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________

15. SPECIAL NEEDS

Please tick the box provided if you have a physical or sensory

handicap which might in some way affect your studies or may

require specialist facilities or treatment.

16. DECLARATION

I have read and understood the conditions outlined on the Course

Structure and Administration pages and agree to adhere to them. I

confirm that the statements made by me on this form are correct:

Signed __________________________________________________________

Dated ___________________________________________________________

PRIORITY CODEPLEASE QUOTE THIS CODE WHEN BOOKING

Certificate in Mobile Communications by Distance

Learning 18 January 2010 COURSE CODE: I2A5ADiploma in Mobile Communications by Distance

Learning 25 January 2010 COURSE CODE: I2A58


18 January 2010 COURSE CODE: I2A5B

Diploma in 21st Century Telecommunications

by Distance Learning 8 March 2010

COURSE CODE: I2A5C

Booking line +44 (0)20 7017 5514 Email training@telecomsacademy com Web www telecomsacademy com/dl 10

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