1. Lack of Preparation Too often a good presentation is ruined because the speaker has not…
PRIVACY The information you provide in this application will be used to process your enrolment at Polyglot / Polyskills Institute (hereinafter called “The Institute”). This information will be treated as confidential and is available for your review. However, it may be made available to German Immigration and education authorities in relation to your visa (if applicable). The Institute may send you information about our center or other courses. You may request not to receive further information at any time.
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If I was not contacted for an interview, then the application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. If I was contacted for an interview this will involve a 30 minute (timed) written test, a test on language awareness and an interview with a tutor.
• The Institute reserves the right to increase fees at any time and to cancel a course if there is an insufficient number of candidates
• I need to disclose, during my interview, any medical problem that may affect my ability to participate and complete the course I am applying for in accordance with the course requirements • The following may affect my grade and may be grounds for dismissal from the course: • lack of punctuality on my part
• failure on my part to co-operate reasonably with other trainees, students, The Institute personnel and third parties (such as, but not limited to, work experience providers) Noncompliance on my part with The Institute code of conduct. (A copy of the code can be obtained from The Institute) • Failure on my part to complete any written assignments on time and to a satisfactory standard will affect my grade. I accept as final all decisions made by The Institute in regard to certification, grading and dismissal from the course • I accept financial responsibility for any books and materials borrowed by me
• Trainees/students on The Institute courses will have different trainers/teachers during their courses and class sizes may vary. • I may be photographed and videotaped during my time at The Institute and that these images may be used for marketing communications • I must inform The Institute in writing if I do not wish to be photographed or videotaped and have these images used for marketing communications • That this agreement signed by me, and the availability of complaints and appeals processes, does not remove the right for me to take further action under German law.
INDEMNITY AND RELEASE I, the candidate/trainee, am aware that certain risks and dangers may be associated with any study
undertaking and participation in associated activities including but not limited to participation in compulsory practice teaching and observation activities, travel and optional recreational activities. In consideration of The Institute accepting my application as a candidate and/or trainee, I agree that I will not hold The Institute responsible or liable for and will not make any claim against The Institute by reason of any injury, damage or loss which I may suffer as a result of or in connection with or during the period of –
1. my attendance at The Institute and /or
2. my participation in activities whether educational, social, recreational or otherwise, conducted or arranged by or on behalf of or by arrangement with The Institute or in any way associated with The Institute
3. whilst in accommodation whether short term or long term arranged for me by The Institute. On behalf of myself, my executors, administrators and assigns, I hereby release The Institute from all liability to myself or to any other person for any such injury, damage or loss and from any actions, claims or demands which, if I had not entered into this Agreement, I might hereafter have been entitled to take or make against The Institute in respect of any such injury, damage or loss and I hereby indemnify The Institute against any such liability.
I agree that this Agreement shall be governed in all respects by and interpreted in accordance with the law of Germany. I certify that the information I have given is true and correct and that I have read the ‘Terms and Conditions’ and ‘Indemnity and Release’ above, and agree to be bound by them.
• Once a place has been offered, it can only be secured when a deposit or full fee (as stated in the Course Dates and Fees Schedule) has been paid. I agree that if I do not pay the balance of fees 14 days prior to course commencement that my position on the course can be offered to another candidate.
• I am obligated to inform The Institute of a change of address while enrolled on a course.
Note that:
• It may be possible, up to two weeks before a course starts, to transfer to a later course date.
• CELTA deposits are non-refundable.
• No refund will be issued if I do not commence a course for which I have paid or if I withdraw after I have commenced the course
1. Lack of Preparation
Too often a good presentation is ruined because the speaker has not taken the time to prepare.
2. Poor Use of Visuals
Visuals should enhance your presentation, not detract from it. Most business people around the world today have learned how to use PowerPoint technically, but not professionally.
3. Inappropriate Humor
Off-color jokes could doom your presentation because you are taking the risk of offending someone in the audience.
4. Inappropriate Dress
The best advice is to dress conservatively so that the audience can pay attention to what you are saying, not what you are wearing.
5. Not Knowing the Audience
Custom-design your presentation to fit the needs of your audience. Find out the size and demographics of your audience beforehand. What are the ranks and positions of the people who will be attending?
6. Non-Functioning Equipment
Since so much of our business world is dependent on technology, always check your equipment beforehand.
7. Starting or Ending a Presentation Late
Like you, the members of the audience have time restrictions. Respect them.
8.Using a Monotone Voice
Your voice is the primary means of communicating with your audience. No matter how interesting your material, if you speak in a monotone voice, you will lose your audience.
9. Too Much Material in Too Short a Time
If you have too much material, cut back or cut out. It is annoying and pointless for a speaker to try to rush through a presentation.
10. Not Clarifying the Topic
Make sure you know clearly what you are expected to speak about. Second, don’t assume the audience knows what you are going to speak about.
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Section 1: REGISTRATION, ACCEPTANCE AND PAYMENTS o This electronic registration form for the course / exam is the Service Agreement and is contractually binding. o Once a place has been offered, it can only be secured when a deposit, part payment or full fee (as stated in the Course Dates and Fees Schedule) has been paid. o If the candidate does not pay the balance of fees as per agreed payment terms at the time of Registration his/ her position on the course can be offered to another candidate. o The candidate is obligated to inform The Institute of a change of address or contact details while enrolled on a course. o The candidate accepts financial responsibility for any books and materials borrowed by him/ her. o For off-site courses travel expenses will apply. o The Institute reserves the right to cancel a course if there is an insufficient number of candidates or any reason beyond The Institute control. In addition, conditions specific to areas of training are- a) For Languages, Courses for Specific Purposes and Exam Preparation Courses o The student shall appear for an assessment, if required. Assessment results are valid for six months only. If a candidate does not wish to appear for an assessment, he/she shall be placed in Beginners Level. o Cancellation up to 14 days before the start date is possible against a fee of 50 Euro. 50% of fees will be imposed if cancellation occurs 3 – 13 days before starting date. Full fees will be imposed if cancellation happens after the mentioned deadlines. o Shifting of an appointment / session is possible with a written notice (email) 48 hours prior. Failure to do so may result in charging the full fees for the session. o 1 Lesson = 1 hour. Minimum 2 lessons per session. o After successful completion of a level, the student is eligible to continue to the next level. Results are valid for six months. A student cannot skip a level during these six months by appearing for another assessment. b) For Teacher training courses o Once a place has been offered, it can only be secured when either a (non-refundable) deposit has been paid. o If the candidate does not pay the balance of fees 14 days prior to course commencement for CELTA courses his/ her position on the course can be offered to another candidate. o In case the candidate is contacted for an interview, he/she will be required to attend a 30 minute (timed) written test, a test on language awareness and an interview with a tutor, as applicable. o In case candidate was not contacted for an interview, then the application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. c) For IELTS Exams o Request for cancellation or postponement of IELTS test must be made strictly 5 Weeks before the test date in person only. Telephone cancellation or postponement will not be accepted. o Online exam fee refunds will be subject to the terms and condition of the external awarding body. The candidate can visit their respective websites to view their terms and conditions and refund policy. |
| Section 2: COURSES AND PROGRAMME
o Courses and programmes will follow the pre-defined course duration. o Courses conducted in affiliation with external awarding bodies shall follow guidelines and conditions laid down by them which shall be provided to candidate. |
| Section 3: MEDICAL INFORMATION
o The candidate shall disclose during the pre-enrolment stage ( e.g. for CELTA Courses during interview), regarding any medical problem that may affect his/ her ability to participate and complete the course he/she is applying for in accordance with the course requirements and for any medical emergency attention that may require. |
| Section 4: COMPLAINTS AND APPEALS PROCESSES
o The candidate shall familiarise with the Complaints and Appeal processes of The Institute. o This agreement signed by the candidate, and the availability of complaints and appeals processes, does not remove the right for him/ her to take further action under German Laws and Regulations. |
| Section 5: DEFERRALS, DEVIATIONS AND REFUNDS
o The Institute reserves the right to reschedule the course to a later date, up to one week before a course start. o During the Course, different Trainers/ Teachers may be assigned and class size may vary. Any unanticipated official holidays shall be considered for course duration adjustment, as required. o Trainees/students on The Institute courses will have different trainers/teachers during their courses and class sizes may vary. o All refunds shall be applicable as per the Refund policy for each area of training. o Fees or any part of the fees that is payable to the external bodies (E.g.: ACCA Registration fees, University Registration /Exam fees, CELTA Registration fees, etc.) shall not be refundable. o “Refund Approval Form” is required to be completed for all refund claims and supported by original receipt/ invoice and supporting documents, as applicable. The request should be submitted to the Customer Service Unit / Centre Manager. o Based on Approvals, all refunds shall be processed for payment within four weeks from request date. o Refunds shall be made either by bank transfer or through cheques to the designated account holder mentioned in the refund approval form. Cash refund request shall not be accepted in any case. o Valid reasons considered for refund requests or cancellations are – · Serious Illness – hospital admission or serious injury · Loss or Bereavement – death of a close family member · Hardship/Trauma – victim of a crime, victim of a traffic accident · Military Service · Reasons beyond control o The Institute reserves the right to review and update its refund policy in accordance with the Consumer Protection Law. |
| Section 6: TRANSFERS
o Transfer of students/ trainees shall not be encouraged and promoted as an option. Transfer of any student/ trainee having a valid reason shall be approved by authorized personnel only. Once transfer is approved, student/ trainee shall be removed from current batch and assigned to another batch for the full duration of the assigned batch. o A location transfer shall be allowed only before the batch start date. In case there is a price difference between two locations, the student/ trainee should pay the fee of the Destination Centre. In case the fee of the Originating Centre is lesser than that of the Destination Centre, Fee of the destination Centre will be applicable, and no refund will be provided. o Any waiver of fees, in this regard, shall be at the discretion of the authorized person, on case to case basis. |
| Section 7: PRIVACY
o The information provided by the candidate during enrolment shall be used to process his/ her enrolment at The Institute. This information will be treated as confidential and is available for candidate’s review. However, it may be made available to Government Authorities and education authorities in relation to any procedural requirements, as applicable, and in line with the Country’s Privacy Law. The Institute may send to the candidate information about the centre or other courses. The candidate may request not to receive further information at any time. o The candidate may be photographed and videotaped during his/her time at The Institute and that these images may be used for marketing communications. In case of any objection to this, the candidate must inform The Institute in writing. |
| Section 8: INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
o The Institute’s intellectual property including but not limited to course and examination materials belongs to The Institute. Candidates shall not make unauthorised use of the same. |
| Section 9: COURSE COMPLETION ELIGIBILITY
o The following may affect the candidate’s grade/ evaluation and may be grounds for dismissal from the course: o lack of punctuality / required attendance on candidate’s part o failure on candidate’s part to co-operate reasonably with other trainees, students, The Institute personnel and third parties (such as, but not limited to, work experience providers) o Failure on candidate’s part to complete any written assignments on time and to a satisfactory standard will affect candidate’s grade/ evaluation. o Candidate accept as final all decisions made by The Institute in regard to certification, grading and dismissal from the course. o On Course completion, the attested certificate with reports shall be delivered within six weeks from the date of completion of the final exam. |
| Section 10: HOUSE RULES
o Candidate’s shall abide and comply with The Institute code of conduct. (A copy of the code can be obtained from The Institute). o The Institute reserves the right to take appropriate disciplinary actions where any such violations are noticed. |
| Section 11: INDEMNITY AND RELEASE
o Certain risks and dangers may be associated with any study undertaking and participation in associated activities including but not limited to participation in compulsory practice teaching and observation activities, travel and optional recreational activities. In consideration of The Institute accepting the candidate’s enrolment as a student/trainee, the candidate shall not hold The Institute responsible or liable for and will not make any claim against The Institute by reason of any injury, damage or loss which he/ she may suffer as a result of or in connection with or during the period of: · candidate’s attendance at The Institute and /or · candidate’s participation in activities whether educational, social, recreational or otherwise, conducted or arranged by or on behalf of or by arrangement with The Institute or in any way associated with The Institute · whilst in accommodation whether short term or long term arranged for the candidate by The Institute, if applicable. o On behalf of the candidate, his/her executors, administrators and assigns, the candidate hereby release The Institute from all liability to himself/ herself or to any other person for any such injury, damage or loss and from any actions, claims or demands which, if he/she had not entered into this Agreement, he/she might hereafter have been entitled to take or make against The Institute in respect of any such injury, damage or loss and he/she hereby indemnify The Institute against any such liability. |
| Section 12: FORCE MAJEURE
o Neither party shall be in breach of the Contract nor liable for delay in performing, or failure to perform, any of its obligations under the Contract if such delay or failure result from any of the following events: · acts of God, flood, drought, earthquake or other natural disaster; · epidemic or pandemic; · terrorist attack, civil war, civil commotion or riots, war, threat of or preparation for war, armed conflict, imposition of sanctions, embargo, or breaking off of diplomatic relations; · nuclear, chemical or biological contamination or sonic boom; · any law or any action taken by a government or public authority, including without limitation imposing an export or import restriction, quota or prohibition; or · collapse of buildings, fire, explosion or accident |
| Section 13: CANDIDATE UNDERTAKING
o I the candidate note availability of pre-enrolment information at Polyskills GmbH (herein called “The Institute”) and agree to the above terms and conditions. o I also agree that this Service Agreement shall be governed in all respects by and interpreted in accordance with the relevant laws and regulations of Country. o I certify that the information I have given is true and correct and that I have read the ‘Terms and Conditions of Service’ as mentioned above, and agree to be bound by them.
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