I studied in the US' Cambridge International University - Marzuki
Deputy Foreign Minister Marzuki Yahya has clarified that his degree in business administration is from the US-based Cambridge International University, and not the University of Cambridge in the UK.
"I think they (my critics) misunderstood (my credentials). I (studied) at the Cambridge International University in the US.
"I was doing logistics (before joining politics). So I just took that certificate for my knowledge to expand my business...
Deputy Foreign Minister Marzuki Yahya has clarified that his degree in business administration is from the US-based Cambridge International University, and not the University of Cambridge in the UK.
"I think they (my critics) misunderstood (my credentials). I (studied) at the Cambridge International University in the US.
"I was doing logistics (before joining politics). So I just took that certificate for my knowledge to expand my business.
"As CEO of the company, I want to expand my knowledge and my business," he told Malaysiakini.
The Bersatu secretary-general's academic credentials fell under the spotlight after a police report was lodged over claims he had lied about getting a degree from the University of Cambridge.
He reiterated that he would provide evidence of his academic qualifications to the police once he is called for questioning, and added that all allegations against him are malicious and meant to tarnish his reputation.
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A Google search revealed that there are two institutions going by the name 'Cambridge International University'.
One is a US-based university registered in Delaware, while the other is based in Spain with an office address in Florida. Both universities have different crests.
However, the websites for both universities raise questions as to the credibility of each institution.
The US institute clearly states that it "is not accredited by an accrediting agency recognised by the United States Secretary of Education."
The page also says that: "Accreditation is a voluntary process and does not guarantee a worthy education."
The US site lists 150 programmes, including one in casino management. No further descriptions of programmes are offered beyond this list.
The institute offers certification from certificate level to doctorates, with standardised fees.
A bachelor's degree costs US$5,000 in total, with no breakdown of fees per semester. Payment can be made through online payment service PayPal.
Despite the wide range of programmes, however, the website only lists 13 adjunct faculty members, and 12 international faculty members. Neither the courses they teach nor their qualifications are stated in full.
One of the faculty member's photos appears to bear the watermark of dating site AnastasiaDate. The website connects men from North America to women in Eastern Europe.
The website also lists 20 academic partners from across the globe. However, the partner institutions listed are seemingly non-existent.
Hahaha! Hahaha! First political Chinese New Year of the Pig joke!
These stupidos think they could cheat people, you need only a smartphone and internet connection to find all these infos on the internet.I do not want this stupid to represent us Malaysian in the international arena. Why do u need police to proof your credentials. Send the copy to the mass-media.
Yup, he was scammed. Stupid beyond belief. Degree not worth the paper it’s written on.
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