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These terms and conditions are valid until 28th February 2010.
1. Terminology
In these conditions, except where the context otherwise defines:
‘Client’ means any company, firm, organisation, individual or other body or person for whom the Programme is provided.
'Company' means Resource Development International (RDI) Limited .
‘Programme’ means a programme of study by distance learning offered by the Company.
2. Applications
Clients wishing to join an RDI Programme must complete an application form and submit with other necessary documentation as specified within the RDI brochure. Applications must be received within a 12-month period prior to the commencement of the specified Programme. The Client must satisfy the entry requirements for the selected Programme and provide appropriate evidence, in order to be considered.
If the Client is a resident of the UK they confirm that they are legally resident in the UK.
The Client understands and accepts that the offer of a place on a Programme will not satisfy UK Border Agency requirements for a UK residency visa.
The Company understands that a Programme can be studied from anywhere in the world and a UK residency visa is not a pre-requisite.
The Client understands and accepts not to use any communication issued by the Company or one of its university partners to obtain or extend a UK residency visa without the prior written permission of the Company.
The Client understands and accepts that any attempt to falsely obtain a UK residency visa on the grounds of studying a Programme will result in immediate termination of their Programme.
The Client understands and accepts that should they seek out or receive support for their Programme from any third party without the prior written permission of the Company then this will result in immediate termination of their Programme.
3. Overseas students
RDI is able to accept international students. Fees may vary and acceptance will depend upon the Programme availability. Individual Clients may be referred to a local RDI centre and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the local centre.
4. Programme fees
RDI Programme fees may not include registration or membership of relevant professional bodies. Please refer to RDI fees.
Payment of the full fee, minimum deposit or an official company sponsorship letter must accompany all Client applications. Instalments will only be available to individual clients. Fee payment via company sponsorship must be made in full, upon receipt of an invoice. Where an invoice is raised, fees are payable within 14 days from the date of the invoice. In all circumstances, a company sponsoring an application is responsible for payment of the full fees due. In the event of assessment failure a £50 re-assessment fee will be payable.
RDI reserves the right to cancel the issuing of Programme materials, tutor support and assessment in the event of non-payment of Programme fees.
RDI reserves the right to change the fees without prior notice. Programme fees charged will be those set at time of application. RDI reserves the right to levy additional fees if the awarding body increases their fees.
5. Programme duration and content
Tutor support will be available for the duration of a Programme as detailed in the RDI brochure. After this time tutor support will cease.
Programme materials
Client Programme materials in conjunction with tutor support are designed to provide the information required to successfully complete the Programme. Additional reading recommendations are available for areas of special interest to Clients and these should be purchased by the Client separately as appropriate.
A timetable is designed to help the Client to prepare for assessment. It is recommended that Clients follow the guidelines given. If Clients are not able to meet assessment deadlines they must contact their tutor or the RDI office, immediately. Failure to meet assessment deadlines may result in an additional fee, depending upon the Programme studied.
Assignments should be returned to the Clients’ tutor or programme co-ordinator as appropriate, these will be marked and relevant feedback provided. Resubmission of assignments may be possible, at the discretion of RDI and the accrediting partner.
Where it is specified, RDI will register Clients for examinations. For all other Programmes it will be necessary for the Client to contact the relevant professional body to arrange examinations directly. Responsibility for these arrangements will lie with the Client.
6. Cancellation
If during the first 30 days, from first receipt of programme materials, Clients are not completely satisfied then RDI will refund in full the Client fees paid. Clients may also cancel under these terms:
Cancellation within first 30 days:
A full refund of the Programme fees paid will be provided during the first 30 days, from first receipt of programme materials. The refund will be subject to the return of programme material in original condition, received by RDI at the time of the refund request. The client must meet any expenses incurred in returning materials, directly. The refund request must be made in writing to RDI.
Promotional offers
Refund of goods purchased under a promotional offer will be based on the terms of the promotional price.
Short online courses
For all short online courses no refunds will be given. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Modular courses
For all modular courses the 30 day money back guarantee is only applicable to the first module of the course.
7. Termination and withdrawal of programmes
The Client understands and accepts that the Company reserves the right to modify, withdraw or terminate any Programme at any time without prior notice.
The Client understands and accepts that the Company reserves the right to terminate any individual's Programme at any time and without prior notice.
The Company is not oblidged to provide reasons regarding termination or withdrawal of any Programme to any parties.
8. Refer a friend
To be eligible to refer a friend you must be a current RDI UK student or enquirer. Both you and your friend must enrol on RDI courses worth over £1000 to be eligible to receive £100 worth of high street gift vouchers each. For modular courses this offer is only valid once
£1000 threshold has been reached by both parties. There is no limit on the number of friends you can refer. You will receive £100 worth of vouchers for every friend who enrols on a course. We will dispatch £100 worth of gift vouchers from your chosen High Street store to you and your friend 30 days after both you and your friend have commenced the course. If you withdraw from the course within 30 days of receiving your materials then you and your friend will no longer be eligible to receive the gift vouchers. This offer only applies to students who enrol through RDI UK. This offer is valid for 12 months from the receipt
of your friend's application. You cannot refer a friend who has already submitted an application or enrolled onto the programme. No cash alternative available. RDI's decision about referral is final.
This offer is only valid for enrolments from 18th August 2006 onwards. Enrolments prior to this date will qualify for the previous refer a friend offer of £100 worth of high street gift vouchers for the referrer.
To be eligible for the increased £150 vouchers during Refer A Friend Week, a refer a friend form must be submitted between 8-12 February 2010. Only submissions from 8-12 February 2010 will be considered for the additional reward of £50 for referrer and £50 for referree. All standard refer a friend terms and conditions apply.
9. Monthly Payments
Monthly Payments option is only open to applications before 15th May 2009 and students enrolling after 6th January 2009 and before the 15th of May 2009. Monthly payments offer is restricted to Edexcel HNCs, HNDs and University Wales MBA courses. Offer is only available to applicants able to enter into a direct debit agreement. If monthly payments are not maintained, access to your course may be restricted and students will be automatically reverted to modular payments. RDI reserves the right to withdraw this offer at any time and any final decisions on applicability remain with RDI.
10. Offers, vouchers and incentives
A £50 Gift from a friend voucher has the following conditions:
Voucher is valid for new enrolments only. User must enrol between 5th January – 31st April 2009. £50 will be deducted from fee for second module. This offer can not be used in conjunction with any other offer.
11. Communications opt-in
By registering you consent to receive communications from RDI using your registered details, for the time being. Any personal data collected through our websites will be treated in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998.
12. Payment/Bank charges
When making payment by bank transfer the student will be liable for all transfer fees incurred.
13. Website Terms and Conditions
Your use of the information, graphics and materials on any of the Company websites is governed by these WEBSITE TERMS & CONDITIONS.
Jurisdiction
Our websites are provided primarily for use by residents of the United Kingdom. The laws applicable to disputes arising from material on our websites are the laws of England and you submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.
Acceptance of and Changes to our Website Terms & Conditions You acknowledge and accept that your use of our websites indicates your acceptance of these WEBSITE TERMS & CONDITIONS. We reserve any rights not expressly granted in these WEBSITE TERMS & CONDITIONS.
These are the current WEBSITE TERMS & CONDITIONS and replace any other terms or conditions previously published. If we decide to change our WEBSITE TERMS & CONDITIONS, we will post these changes on this page.
Third Party Websites
This site may contain links to other websites for your convenience. RDI may not maintain or control the content of these websites and our inclusion of links to third party websites does not imply that RDI endorses these websites or guarantees the reliability of the information that they contain.
Disclaimer
RDI gives notice that all information contained within the site is subject to alteration with or without notice. While all information contained within this website is correct at the time of publication, some details (including specifications, dates, prices, etc.) could possibly change.
Computer Viruses
While it is very unlikely, RDI is not responsible for any computer problem (including virus transmission) that you may experience as a result of visiting this site or any of its links.
Limitation of Liability
We give you no warranty or assurance about our websites and you use our websites at your own risk. Our websites should only be used for information purposes and are not intended to constitute advice in any specific situation. You should not rely on our websites to make (or refrain from making) any decisions or take (or refrain from taking) any action.
Subject to any responsibilities implied by law and which cannot be excluded, we are not liable to you for any losses, damages, liabilities, claims and expenses (including but not limited to legal costs and defence or settlement costs) whatsoever, arising out of, or referable to, material on our websites, whether in contract, tort including negligence, statute or otherwise. Liability of RDI for a breach of a condition or warranty implied by law or otherwise, and which cannot be excluded, is limited to the supply of the goods or services again or the cash equivalent.
Copyright and Trademarks
Copyright in the material on our websites and any trademarks featured (eg. “Resource Development International”, “RDI”, etc) are owned or licensed by RDI. You may not copy, reproduce, modify, distribute, republish, display, post or transmit any part of this website without our express permission in writing. The material on this site may only be reproduced for personal, non-commercial use or, as otherwise prescribed, under copyright legislation in the United Kingdom.
Use of this Website and its Services
You must not use this website or any service available on this website for any of the following purposes or in the following manner:
- For fraudulent purposes or in connection with any criminal activity;
- To send, publish or use any material which is offensive, abusive, defamatory, indecent, obscene, threatening or illegal or in breach of copyright, trade mark, confidence, privacy or any other rights;
- To transmit chain letters, spam letters or junk email, or participate in mischievous or malicious behaviour or any behaviour which causes or may cause damage, annoyance, harassment, inconvenience or needless anxiety to RDI, its agents and contractors or any other third party.
Resource Development International Ltd
Midland Management Centre
1A Brandon Lane
Coventry
CV3 3RD
Tel: 024 765 15700
Fax: 024 765 15701
Registered in England and Wales no. 2450180
VAT No. 7053350 66
The Institute of Business & Management
Midland Management Centre
1A Brandon Lane
Coventry
CV3 3RD
Tel: 024 765 15700
Fax: 024 765 15701
IBAM is registered in England No: 3484232
For full IBAM Conditions of Admission, please click here.
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