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Faculties

2026/27 Academic Year

Discover the programs and faculties that will shape your future at ATAFOM University.

Faculty of Arts

Unleash your creativity and critical thinking through programs in languages, culture, and the humanities, designed to broaden perspectives and inspire innovation.

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Faculty of Economics

Gain the knowledge and analytical skills to understand global markets, shape financial strategies, and drive economic growth in an interconnected world.

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Faculty of Technology

Drive progress through innovation. Explore cutting-edge fields in engineering, science, and applied technology for a future of limitless possibilities.

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Faculty of Initial Public Offering

A pioneering faculty that bridges education and enterprise — explore how investments, innovation, and public offerings shape the global economy of tomorrow.

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Undergraduate

Bachelor’s Degree Programs

4 years · 8 semesters · 240 ECTS · taught in English · full-time and online

01Bachelor of Fine Arts in Arts (B.F.A.)Faculty of Arts
02Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communications (B.A.)Faculty of Arts
03Bachelor of Arts in International Business Development (B.A.)Faculty of Economics
04Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (B.Sc. – IT)Faculty of Technology
05Bachelor of Science in STO/IPO (B.Sc.)Faculty of Initial Public Offering

Art Development
Creative Art of Filmmaking
Multicultural Art Education

Undergraduate programs, one-year diploma and different certification courses

Faculty of Arts

We create the future with and for art

Learn to help create by ATAFOM accompanying you on this learning path and teaching you to give form and focus to your artistic strength and energy.

The academic offer includes 2 bachelor’s degree programs, which couldn’t be more diverse, so that your degree can certainly reflect your interests and strengths.

ATAFOM University International not only provides you with the practical skills necessary for a seamless transition into professional life after graduation, but also makes sure that you have a good feeling for your artistic strength and energy so that you can make the transition responsibly.

Why study here?

Our staff – “Heroes of Arts and Cinema Makers” – will accompany you during your study at the ATAFOM University with experience, knowledge, success and enthusiasm.

Programs and courses

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Arts (B.F.A.)
Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communications (B.A.)

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Bachelor’s degree program

Bachelor of Arts in Media and Communications (B.A.)

Our program is for people who have the passion to plunge into full-time filmmaking, and to commit themselves to a focused and demanding curriculum.

As in all ATAFOM Media & Communications Faculty programs, the one-year course emphasises hands-on learning. Film directing classes are not theoretical explorations; they are practical workshops designed to put students in the director’s chair as quickly as possible. ATAFOM Media & Communications Faculty encourages students to take creative risks and find their own voices as visual artists.

Students complete the year in filmmaking with skills in all the filmmaking crafts, an enormous amount of production experience, eight films of their own, a one-year diploma, and an expanded awareness of themselves and others. Students’ final films are celebrated in a school screening open to cast, crew, friends, family, and invited guests.

Faculty: Arts
Abbreviation: MC
Duration: 4 Years
Semesters: 8
Scope: 240 ECTS credits
Level: Undergraduate
Degree: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Type of study: Full-time study · Online
Language: English

Film & Cinema — requirements and objectives

No previous filmmaking experience is required.

However, students must work with self-discipline, energy and mutual respect and have their own notebook with internet access for online lectures in the ATAFOM Online Campus, lecture notes and theory tests.

The educational objectives are to teach students the art and craft of filmmaking and to instruct students through a strict regimen of online lectures, online seminars, and total immersion online workshops to help them excel in the creative art of filmmaking.

Course content — excerpts from the curriculum (1st semester)

Cinema History
Filmmaking and Direction
Video Editing
Post-Production: Color Grading
Camera and Lighting Techniques
English Language I

Courses of the filmmaking curriculum

Director’s Craft
Production Workshop
Hands-on Camera and Lighting
Editing
Budgeting and Scheduling
Sound Editing and Design
Sound Design
The Lighting Package
Hands-on Camera and Lighting – Digital Video
Special Lectures
The Camera Package
Documentary Filmmaking
Casting
Advanced Directing
Advanced Hands-on Camera
Producing
Feature Screenwriting
Location Sound Recording
Cinematography
Sync-Sound Filmmaking
Advanced Production Workshop
35mm Filmmaking
Feature Film Directing
Pre-Production, Production & Post-Production
New Media
Advanced Post Production
Sound Stage Scene Workshop
Screenwriting I
Screenwriting II
Advanced Line Producing Workshop
Production Design
Applied Film Studies
The Business of Filmmaking

Make ideas come true — professors and lecturers

Regardless of where students choose to attend the ATAFOM University, they will learn under an exceptional faculty with professional experience and who have worked on professional productions and film sets. Through our set of courses that place students straight onto a variety of film sets while learning the fundamentals and history of film, students will be prepared to enter the world of filmmaking upon completion.

With every production, be it at work on the set or in the ATAFOM Online Campus, every member of the “Education Crew” of ATAFOM Media and Communications is motivated, passionate and, with absolute mastery of professional workflows, convinced of the high quality and topicality of the teaching content and work processes to be conveyed to offer students thanks to their own knowledge, skills and experience.

Graduation requirements

The One-Year Filmmaking Program requires successful completion of creative projects in partial fulfilment of the graduation requirements. These creative projects may include:

Project 1 – Mise-en-scène Film
Project 2 – Continuity Film
Project 3 – Music Film
Project 4 – Short Film
Project 5 – Subtext Film
Project 6 – POV Film
Project 7 – Mid-Year Film
Project 8 – One Year Final Film

To graduate and receive a Certificate of Completion, students must also successfully complete every course of study with a passing grade or better and adhere to the ATAFOM Media & Communications Faculty Attendance Policy and Code of Conduct.

ATAFOM Media & Communications Faculty One-Year Filmmaking Program is an accelerated full-time study program and does not provide for multiple tracks of study. All classes are mandatory.

This is a highly specialized program, and there are no majors or minors. Classes are lecture, seminar, and/or studio based. Lab and practicum instructional hours are treated as studio hours. The program may not be completed in less than two terms.

ATAFOM Media & Communications Office ensures that the student has fulfilled all academic requirements for the entire program, as well as all financial obligations to the school. Student transcripts showing the awarding of the One-Year Certificate of Completion will be withheld until the student meets all academic and financial obligations.

Expected learning outcomes

Skills learned as a result of successful completion of this program may include:

The ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-pressure creative environment.
An in-depth knowledge of digital video cameras and motion picture production.
A working knowledge of 16mm and 35mm cameras and film production.
The ability to write and pre-visualize a screenplay.
In-depth experience working as a director, producer, assistant director, director of photography, assistant cameraperson, gaffer, grip and sound mixer on student productions.
Mastery of Avid Media Composer digital editing software.
Knowledge of film history and film studies.
Knowledge of aesthetic film theory and experience with practical application of the same.
Put into practice the fundamentals of directing and visual storytelling.
Explore the foundations of High Definition video production and digital editing.
Experience full immersion in the craft of screenwriting.
Serve as an actor, as well as a director, cinematographer, or assistant director on at least one production workshop overseen by instructors.
Acquire an introductory knowledge of the history of motion pictures.
Write, direct and edit short projects including the end of semester digital dialogue film.
Crew as cinematographer, gaffer, and/or assistant camera on approximately 15 additional projects.
Write a complete short film screenplay with dialogue.
Collaborate with classmates and instructors in Production Workshop exercises filmed on HD.
Develop a professional comprehension of directing, screenwriting, producing, sync-sound production, digital and film cinematography, and digital editing study and exercises.
Continued use of collaborative strategies and techniques, while on-set, and in constructive classroom screen and critique sessions.
Explore the role of the producer and implement advanced production tasks.
Serve as director, cinematographer, or assistant director on at least one production workshop overseen by instructors and shot on HD or 16mm film.
Shoot exercises on 35mm film as part of Camera and Lighting II.
Begin pre-production and develop a story and visual design for the Final One Year Film.
Demonstrate a competency of pre-production, shooting, and editing a short narrative film.
Apply the fundamentals of sound design.
Explore the fundamental elements of visual effects and feature film story development.
Create professional quality producing and directing production books.
Direct and edit a film of up to 15 minutes (shot on 16mm film, 35mm film, or High Definition Video).
Participate as a principal crew-member on fellow students’ films.

The ATAFOM University’s Bachelor’s degree in Media and Communication was specially designed for students; the curriculum is developed in collaboration with the artists and leading art experts in order to meet the requirements and trends for this particular subject.

Fees and accreditation

Registration & English level test fee: 320 USD – one time

Tuition fee: 8,640 USD – total, payable in

48 monthly installments of 200 USD, or
16 quarterly installments of 600 USD, or
8 half-yearly installments of 1,200 USD, or
4 yearly installments of 2,160 USD.

Semester exam fee: 250 USD – per exam

ATAFOM is system accredited by the Ministry of Education of the Central African Republic. This course is also accredited.

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Banking
Economic Policy
Financial Sector Management
Quantitative Finance

Dean

Prof. Dr. David T. Nightingale

Undergraduate program, one-year diploma and different certification courses

Faculty of Economics

Gain the knowledge and analytical skills to understand global markets, shape financial strategies, and drive economic growth in an interconnected world.

Every day, the economy is gaining more space in our lives. Everything runs with, through and under the control of the economy.

School, work, progress, enjoyment, vacation, and pretty much everything is determined by the economy.

The ATAFOM Faculty of Economics has developed a curriculum together with internationally experienced, successful economists, professors and institutions, which is intended to train economists, futurists and leaders from the ATAFOM students.

The ATAFOM professors and lecturers have the global experiences and successes that ATAFOM students want and will pass on.

Programs and courses

Bachelor of Arts in International Business Development (B.A.)

Message from the Dean — Prof. Dr. David T. Nightingale

Dear All,

It is a pleasure to be speaking from the position of the Dean of the Economics Faculty at the ATAFOM University.

I do look forward to empowering all young people and all prospective students with knowledge of how Economics can improve their quality of life and Standard of Living both in the Developed World and those countries that act as Primary Producers to support the Means of Production.

We believe our course will teach Real Economics and teach our students how to go into business and how to finance an operation with the full cooperation of the Government, NGOs, Central Banks, National Banks, and Advisory committees. We also intend to teach them a good grounding in banking History and National and International Law.

It is our intention to integrate the lessons and axioms of economics and provide real-world paradigms that will be passed down from Professor to Student and have a positive impact on the domestic economy as these truths become self-evident, and self-proving as the economy prospers.

As teachers, our contribution will be to deliver the POC (Proof of Concept) and POV (Proof of Value) that an egalitarian education in contemporary Macro and Micro Economics will benefit and add value to our student’s educational journey to empowerment and understanding.

I invite the new intake of students to familiarise themselves with the current curriculum and take some time out to do some general research and possibly send us any questions that they may have at this stage. We will of course provide reading lists prior to enrolment in the semester, but it would be good to see where our student’s imaginations take them at this early stage of the process.

Kind Regards,

Prof. Dr. David Nightingale

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Bachelor’s degree program

Bachelor of Arts in International Business Development (B.A.)

The Bachelor Degree in International Business Development offered by ATAFOM University has been specially designed for students; the curriculum is designed in collaboration with the industry experts to understand the requirements and trends of the industry.

International Business Development deals mainly with international, but also selected interesting and special national market structures and developments: international business, international trade and marketing. An overview of industries and their specifics is provided, the analysis of market studies and trends is taught and systematic and strategic thinking is taught.

Faculty: Economics
Abbreviation: IBD
Duration: 4 Years
Semesters: 8
Scope: 240 ECTS credits
Level: Undergraduate
Degree: Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Type of study: Full-time study · Online
Language: English

What you study

B.A. International Business Development at ATAFOM University is a 4-year undergraduate program that deals with the study of

Basics of Business Administration
Global economy with all financial instruments of the global market
Financial accounting, IFRS and Auditing
Principles of financial management
National and international Marketing Management
Fund management and investments
Information technology strategy
Basic principles of law
Networking for developing good interpersonal relationships
Sector SWOT analysis
Basic banking and international money transfers
Foreign trade and payment methods
Micro and macro economics
Securities management and stock market analysis
Management accounting and decision making

The focus is on:

Enable a company to grow in a competitive environment;
Recognition of market opportunities for a company based on market development analysis;
To increase the potential of a company and contribute to the country’s economy by developing an appropriate strategic plan both nationally and internationally (goods, services, etc.).

Eligibility and admission procedure

Original High School Diploma or the original of an equivalent certificate (and an official translation into English)
Transcripts of records for the 10th and 12th years (and the official translation into English)
The registration form including all files (identity card as photocopies notarized; passport photo; educational resume; certificate of the highest school leaving certificate notarized)
Implementation of the ALA English Language Test Level B1

Candidates have to be successful in ATAFOM English Level Test and have to pay the required course fee. The language test for studying at ATAFOM University is carried out at language level ALA-B2 (ALA – ATAFOM Language Academy). After passing the language test, the language test ALC-B2 (ALC – ATAFOM Language Certificate) is recognized. The registration fee including the English placement test is one-time 320 USD.

Career opportunities

Graduates can usually start at the middle management level, where they can work in a managerial position as head of a development department in a wide variety of areas of corporate management. A position with managerial responsibility such as managing director, CEO of a company in your own country or an international company, but above all with a master’s degree, brings the best qualifications.

The completion of this course enables every graduate to be a person with leadership qualities, who can hold a leading position at the state and municipal level as well as a high-ranking position in the private sector of any industry and can safely carry it out. Also every graduate will have preliminary training on the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, threats (SWOT) of each sector in the national or international business field. For this purpose, introductory seminars are given on selected sectors by famous CEOs.

There are opportunities in almost all national, international and global players as a leading business developer or CEO. These are fields of work such as:

Business
Marketing
Finance
Banking
Foreign trade
Accounting and auditing
Management and corporate governance
Organization, planning, sales control in, for example, industries such as energy and the environment, machine and car manufacturing, etc.

Fees and accreditation

Registration & English level test fee: 320 USD – one time

Tuition fee: 200 USD – monthly

Semester exam fee: 250 USD – per semester

Duration of supervising: 7 years

ATAFOM is system accredited by the Ministry of Education of the Central African Republic. This course is also accredited.

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Dean

Assoc. Prof. Tino Herold

Undergraduate program, one-year diploma and different certification courses

Faculty of Technology

Create with us the world of tomorrow

The academic offer for the Academic Year 2026/27 initially includes 1 Bachelor’s degree program, in which solid fundamentals in IT-related areas are imparted using current IT technologies and programs through a lot of practical exercises and innovative approaches to teaching, learning and developing IT solutions.

Our 12 three-month IT certification courses complement the educational offering with their diversity and, thanks to our IT lecturers, offer every IT-savvy person a solid, confident and enthusiastic transfer of knowledge base with an integrated practice, which combines what is taught in the theoretical modules with the activities in specifically rounded off practical modules.

Programs and courses

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (B.Sc. – IT)

IT certification courses

Message from the Dean — Assoc. Prof. Tino Herold

Dear colleagues, partners, students, and members of our global academic and professional community,

It is my great pleasure to extend a warm welcome on behalf of the Faculty of Technology at ATAFOM University International. At a time when technological innovation is advancing at an unprecedented pace, ATAFOM University International is committed to shaping the future through excellence in research, education, and international collaboration. Our mission extends beyond knowledge transfer—we strive to create transformative solutions that address global challenges and empower future generations. As a forward-looking institution, ATAFOM has established itself at the forefront of two of the most influential technological domains of our time: Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Technologies. These disciplines are redefining the boundaries of what is computationally possible and opening entirely new pathways for scientific and industrial progress.

Within the field of Artificial Intelligence, our researchers and students are exploring the next generation of intelligent systems, moving beyond conventional AI models toward autonomous, adaptive, and decision-capable architectures. The emergence of AI Agents and the broader paradigm of Agentic AI represents a significant evolution—from systems that merely assist humans to intelligent entities capable of reasoning, planning, and executing complex tasks within dynamic environments. These innovations hold transformative potential across healthcare, manufacturing, finance, public infrastructure, and many other sectors.

At the same time, ATAFOM University International is actively advancing research in Quantum Computing and Quantum-Enhanced Algorithms, unlocking new opportunities in optimization, cryptography, and large-scale simulation. By combining quantum principles with advanced AI methodologies, our faculty is pioneering hybrid approaches designed to solve problems that were once considered beyond the reach of traditional computing.

A cornerstone of our vision is the development of integrated technology ecosystems. Our work encompasses not only software innovation but also the seamless orchestration of hardware infrastructures, network architectures, and intelligent data platforms. The design and implementation of modern, scalable, and sustainable data centers play a crucial role in this strategy, providing the computational foundation required for future AI and quantum applications.

What distinguishes ATAFOM University International is our holistic, end-to-end approach to technological innovation. From data acquisition and processing pipelines to intelligent orchestration layers connecting AI agents, cloud environments, and quantum resources, we focus on creating fully functional ecosystems rather than isolated technological solutions. This systems-oriented perspective enables us to transform groundbreaking ideas into practical, real-world impact.

None of these achievements would be possible without strong partnerships. ATAFOM actively collaborates with industry leaders, research institutions, governmental organizations, and international stakeholders to ensure that our work remains relevant, responsible, and impactful. Equally important is our commitment to educating the next generation of engineers, scientists, entrepreneurs, and innovators by equipping them with the skills, knowledge, and mindset required to lead in an increasingly technology-driven world.

As we look toward the future, ATAFOM University International remains guided by a clear ambition: to advance technology not only through innovation, but through meaningful contributions to society. We invite you to join us on this journey—through partnership, dialogue, research, and shared aspirations—as we build the technologies and opportunities of tomorrow.

Sincerely,

Assoc. Prof. Tino Herold, Dean of the Faculty of Technology, ATAFOM University International

Student with augmented-reality glasses working with digital screens

Bachelor’s degree program

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (B.Sc. – IT)

The Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology offered by ATAFOM University has been specially designed for students; the curriculum is designed in collaboration with the industry experts to understand the requirements and trends of the industry.

B.Sc. – IT at the ATAFOM University is a 4-year undergraduate engineering program that deals with the study of design, computational processes, programming languages to develop software applications. Information Technology engineering mainly deals with the development of computer application software and applications.

Faculty: Information Technology
Abbreviation: IT
Duration: 4 Years
Semesters: 8
Scope: 240 ECTS credits
Level: Undergraduate
Degree: Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (B.Sc. – IT)
Type of study: Full-time study · Online
Language: English

Eligibility and admission procedure

Proof of higher education entrance qualification (certificate of the highest school leaving certificate or other equivalent qualifications) notarized
The registration form including all files (identity card as photocopies notarized; passport photo; certificate of the highest school leaving certificate notarized)
Filling out the registration form and uploading all documents (identity card as photocopies notarized; passport photo; certificate of the highest school leaving certificate or other equivalent qualifications notarized) on the “Apply” page
Implementation of the ALA English Language Test Level B2

Career opportunities

Graduates can work as computer engineers in the business sector, designing software applications and proposing solutions to problems, utilizing advanced analysis and synthesis capabilities. They can use their combined computer science and engineering knowledge in both industry and business. They may also work as system analysts, computer programmers, communication network engineers, database managers, supervising engineers, and computer security specialists.

A few fields where students can work after completing this course

Computer Programmer (Java, C++, Swift, ASP.NET, PHP etc.)
Network Engineer
IT Consultant
Software Designer
Systems Analyst
Scientific Researcher
Database Administrator
Researcher & Academician
Software Testing Engineer
Games Developer
Data Scientist
Mobile Application Developer
Web Application Developer
UI/UX Designer
Network Administrator
Business Analyst
System Administrator
Cyber Security Analyst
Computer Forensic Analyst
IT Manager
SEO Expert

Fees and accreditation

Registration & English level test fee: 320 USD – one time

Tuition fee: 8,640 USD – total, payable in

48 monthly installments of 200 USD, or
16 quarterly installments of 600 USD, or
8 half-yearly installments of 1,200 USD, or
4 yearly installments of 2,160 USD.

Semester exam fee: 250 USD – per semester

Duration of supervising: 7 years

ATAFOM is system accredited by the Ministry of Education of the Central African Republic. This course is also accredited.

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Dean

Prof. David Grzan

Undergraduate program, one-year diploma and different certification courses

Faculty of Initial Public Offering

Welcome to ATAFOM University International’s STO/IPO course!

STO/IPO courses hold immense significance in today’s finance industry, as they offer aspiring professionals a unique opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of the Initial public offering stage.

These courses provide in-depth knowledge of the various aspects of IPOs, mergers, acquisitions, and other crucial financial transactions, as well as the factors influencing a company’s decision to go public and the regulatory requirements involved.

By enrolling in ATAFOM’s STO/IPO courses, students will gain practical insights and theoretical knowledge, which will equip them to make informed decisions and succeed in the finance industry. These courses will make excellent stepping stones towards a rewarding career in finance and a must-have for anyone aspiring to make a mark in the finance industry.

ATAFOM makes it possible!

Our future needs a stable and strong economy. A strong and stable economy requires highly educated economists. ATAFOM makes it possible by producing highly educated economists. ATAFOM makes it possible with you and for you.

Programs and courses

Bachelor of Science in STO/IPO (B.Sc.)4 Years · 8 Semesters · 240 ECTS Points · Educational Language – English
3-month STO/IPO certification course
6-month STO/IPO certification course
9-month STO/IPO certification course
One-year diploma course

STO/IPO certification

We provide comprehensive and innovative educational programs at the Faculty of Initial Public Offering in STO/IPO, expert insights, and valuable resources to help investors understand and confidently navigate the STO/IPO market.

The STO/IPO certification courses and also the bachelor’s degree program are dedicated to informing everyday investors about the STO/IPO investment area.

The innovative educational programs at the Faculty of Initial Public Offering cover everything from the basics of the STO/IPO market to advanced investing strategies, helping our students make informed decisions and unlock the potential of STO/IPO investing. Dive into our educational programs and start your special journey into the very special world of finance today.

By taking up the STO/IPO programs combined with theoretical knowledge and practical insights, students will gain a deep understanding of the factors influencing a company’s decision to go public, the regulatory requirements involved, and the strategies employed by financial institutions to facilitate successful IPOs.

Message from the Dean — Prof. David Grzan

I am privileged and honored to have been appointed by ATAFOM University International as Dean of the Faculty of Initial Public Offering (“IPO”). My passion is to prepare students for success in their chosen careers and lives by teaching financial literacy, a force multiplier for thriving in virtually any profession, vocation, business, or domestic endeavor. That said, for those students who aim to make their mark in the world through a career in finance or, more specifically, in private equity, investment banking, venture capital, alternative investments, or perhaps as a founding entrepreneur of a startup company with aspirations of crowning their ambitions with an IPO, I especially wish to help prepare those students for the challenges and opportunities ahead.

An IPO is the process of offering a private corporation’s shares, or ownership, to the public in a new stock issuance for the first time. The iconic acronym IPO is synonymous with the capital formation process, wealth creation, and entrepreneurial spirit. The IPO curriculum will compass that and other pathways that drive the capital formation process, wealth creation, and entrepreneurial spirit to include alternative investments such as hedge funds, private equity, venture capital, and private debt, as well as tangible assets such as real estate, infrastructure, natural resources, and art.

Our IPO curriculums are not just about theoretical knowledge. They are about practical skills that will prepare you for the real world. You’ll learn how to form and found a start-up company, build teams, pitch to capital, fund companies and projects. You’ll gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge technologies like blockchain, web3, tokenization, smart contracts, NFTs, AI, and how digital currencies and decentralized finance are challenging the status quo. You’ll also develop a deep understanding of private exchanges, regulatory and compliance matters, corporate governance and ethics, intellectual property protection, financial analysis, engineering and modeling, and why some STO/IPOs become unicorns poised for an eventual IPO or some other exit strategy.

The IPO space is a world of endless possibilities waiting to be explored. With over 55,000 companies listed on stock exchanges worldwide and every company having to go through the IPO process, the opportunities for companies to capitalize on the IPO experience are as vast as they are exciting for issuers and investors alike. And that’s not all. The growth of the alternative investment industry is approaching the $20 trillion mark, and the secondary markets for private market securities are set to revolutionize the financial world with significant advancements in price discovery tools and creative provisions for added liquidity in otherwise illiquid markets. Join us at ATAFOM University International, and together, we’ll dive into the exciting world of IPOs and alternative investments.

Best regards,

Prof. David Grzan

For all bachelor’s programs

Credit System And Study Regulations

Choice based credit system for all full-time bachelor’s programmes.

Credits

Each course is normally assigned one credit per lecture per week and one credit for two periods of tutorials or part thereof for laboratory or practical/internship per week. Each semester curriculum shall normally have a blend of theory and practical courses.

The credits are calculated from the estimated time and the estimated workload that is required on average for the completion of individual courses, modules, etc. The workload is made up of all learning activities that are part of a degree and are checked by means of a performance assessment. In addition to participating in courses such as lectures, tutorials, and seminars, self-study (library work or term paper), exam preparation, final theses, and final exams also contribute to the acquisition of credits. Credits are only awarded if the course has been completed and all course achievements and examinations have been passed in accordance with the examination regulations.

1 credit corresponds to a minimum of 25 and a maximum of 30 real hours of 60 minutes each of the student’s actual workload. In each year the total number of credits is 60. This corresponds to an actual workload of at least 1,500 (45 weeks for 33.33 hours per week or 25 hours per credit) or a maximum of 1,800 hours (45 weeks for 40 hours per week or 30 hours per credit).

240 credits must be earned in order to be awarded the degree.

Duration of the programme

A student is normally expected to complete a bachelor’s program in four years but in any case not more than seven years from the time of admission, otherwise the student would be considered not fit for technical education (NFTE).

Registration for courses

A newly admitted student will automatically be registered for all the courses prescribed for the first year, without any option. Every other student shall submit a completed registration form indicating the list of courses intended to be credited during the next semester. This registration will be done ten days before the last working day of the current semester. Late registration with the approval of the Dean’s office on the recommendation of the head of the department along with a late fee will be done, up to the last working day.

Registration for the project work shall be done only for the final semester.

Attendance requirements

The attendance will be calculated semester-wise. To be eligible to appear for the examination in a particular course, a student must put in a minimum of 80% of attendance in the course. The attendance should be considered which is logged in the university portal by the teachers. However, if the attendance is 70% or above but less than 80% in any course, the Dean’s office can permit the student to appear for the examination in the course on payment of the prescribed condonation fee. A student who withdraws from or does not meet the minimum attendance requirement in the course must re-register for and repeat the respective semester.

Passing and declaration of examination results

All assessments of all the courses on the absolute mark basis will be considered and passed by the result passing board in accordance with the rules of the university. Thereafter, the controller of examinations shall convert the marks for each course to the corresponding letter grade as follows, compute the grade point average and cumulative grade point average, and prepare the grade cards.

90 to 100 marks – Grade ‘A+’
80 to 89 marks – Grade ‘A’
70 to 79 marks – Grade ‘B’
60 to 69 marks – Grade ‘C’
55 to 59 marks – Grade ‘D’
50 to 54 marks – Grade ‘E’
Less than 50 marks – Grade ‘F’
Insufficient attendance – Grade ‘I’
Withdrawn from the course – Grade ‘W’

A student who obtains less than 50 marks out of 100 in a particular subject or less than 20 out of 50 in an external exam or is absent for the examination will be awarded Grade ‘F’.
A student who earns a grade of A+, A, B, C, D, or E for a course is declared to have successfully completed that course and earned the credits for that course. Such a course cannot be repeated by the student.
A student who obtains a letter grade F in a course has to reappear for the examination in that particular course.
A student who obtains letter grade I or W in a course has to re-register for and repeat the course.
The following grade points are associated with each letter grade for calculating the grade point average: A+ – 10; A – 9; B – 8; C – 7; D – 6; E – 5; F – 0.
Courses with grades I and W are not considered for the calculation of grade point average or cumulative grade point average. F Grade will be considered for computing GPA and CGPA.
A student can apply for a re-total of one or more of his examination answer papers within a week from the date of issue of the grade sheet to the student on payment of the prescribed fee per paper. The application must be made to the controller of examinations with the recommendation of the head of the department.
After results are declared, grade cards will be issued to the students. The grade card will contain the list of courses registered during the year/semester, the grades scored, and the grade point average (GPA) for the year/semester.
GPA is the sum of the products of the number of credits of a course with the grade point scored in that course, taken over all the courses for the year/semester, divided by the sum of the number of credits for all courses taken in that year/semester. CGPA is similarly calculated considering all the courses taken from the time of admission.

Classification of the degree

After successful completion of the program, the degree will be awarded the following classification based on CGPA.

For the student to be conferred First Class with Distinction the student must earn a minimum of 240 ECTS within four years from the time of admission, pass all the courses in the first attempt, and obtain a CGPA of 8.25 or above.
To be conferred First Class the student must earn a minimum of 240 ECTS within five years from the time of admission and obtain a CGPA of 6.5 or above.
For Second Class the student must earn a minimum of 240 ECTS within seven years from the time of admission.

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