| As the honorary dean, I hope to continue the vast strides made by EMDI as a platform for vocational training since its establishment in 2004. It is through the commitment and dedication of its staff as well as its students that EMDI has made a name for itself as one of the leading educational institutes in its field. |
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| Part of this success, I feel, has been due to EMDI’s ability to integrate and bring together industry and academia, with an impressive mix of students from the East and West. This is evident in the international scope of its students, as well as the comprehensive range of subjects offered, allowing each individual to find their own voice mentored by industry professionals. |
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| The field of media education – and all that comes under its umbrella, from communication, advertising to music, fashion, journalism and beyond – has a critical training element. We must foster the next generation by not only developing and honing their existing talents, but by allowing students to fulfil their true potential by enhancing every individual’s personal strengths and by transferring our learning curve to such aspirants. |
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| I look forward to the exciting times we have ahead, and to the myriad of opportunities that will arise with EMDI during your tenure with us |
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Jean Oosthuizen
Dean –
EMDI Institute of Media
& Communication
Director Operations –
Citron Communication |
J’ean Oosthuizen has over 13 years experience in the fields of Hospitality, Event Management, PR, Marketing, and Media. With an MBA in Human Resources from the University of South Africa, Jean has lived in the region for several years and has an excellent understanding of the various cultures and traditions that make up the melting pot of Dubai.
He is currently the Events Director of Citron Communication – an integrated agency handling Events, PR, Design and Creative service offerings for local and international clientele.
He has worked with the Intercontinental Group of Hotels, Concept Group, The Arab Media Group, ColliyerLessyick International and was part of the team handling the launch of the Atlantis, Virgin Radio, MTV Arabia and other brands. On the events front he has worked with prominent A-Grade artists such as Annie Lennox, Ludacris, Akon, Bono and Nelson Mandela and has managed numerous launches, weddings, & fashion shows. He has also worked closely with, and managed, various UAE protocol events. |
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