INTRODUCTION
The Marketing & Creative Communication Department, pursuing the vision and mission of SUN, is responsible to enroll prospective students irrespective of age, color, gender, religion, race, national origin and disabilities creating a co-educational and multicultural academic environment making SUN a dynamic center of learning.
The Marketing & Creative Communication Department is responsible in creating awareness and opportunities available at SUN for students to develop their knowledge, skills and values and their overall personality to become effective and socially responsible managers in dynamic national, regional and global.
The Marketing & Creative Communication Department in coordination with Media & Communication Department and Corporate Affairs Office is responsible to build a strong brand image & project the core values of SUN to the prospective students, SUN community, general public and other stake holders. The aim of the department is to reach the target segment by participating in various promotional activities in local & international markets. The Marketing department oversees the online and press media updates done by Media and Communication department. It also supervises the corporate linkage activities undertaken by Corporate Affairs Office as part of brand building activities.
The Marketing and PR & Admission Department admits school graduates & matured students as per the guidelines of NUC, NIGERIA and the admission policy of SUN. The number of students enrolled is based on the availability of seats determined for each major in accordance to the strategic plan of SUN.
GOALS
- To continue to work for a positive image and disseminate information through various communication channels about SUN.
- To develop plans for building brand image in local and international markets; preparing media plans and maintaining relationship with media
- To counsel prospective students for choosing the right programs at SUN as per policy procedure, guidelines and Managed Operating Environment
- To maintain enrollment balance between majors or emphasis as per seat allocation
- To plan and develop marketing strategies in accordance with SUN strategic plan and assess enrollment risks.
- To evaluate & analyze the local & International employment market trends & the industry requirements for programs review and new program development
SERVICES PROVIDED
- To develop plans for building brand image in local and international markets; preparing media plans and maintaining relationship with media
- To enhance online marketing efforts, website update and optimizing E-marketing sources for brand building.
- To conduct workshops and participate in exhibitions, locally & internationally.
- To assist Corporate Affairs Office and Events Coordinator for brand building activities
- To support academic initiatives - Conference &, Symposiums
- To conduct local and international workshops, MDPs and boot camps in coordination with academics.
- Registration, Enrollment and Admission
- Campus tour & Academic tours to various foreign countries
- Recruiting Students through local and international exhibition.
FAQs
Q: What are the campus resources?
A: Skyline campus is well equipped with the learning and Extracurricular resources like: Classrooms with audio-visual equipment, smart boards, computer labs, printing & photocopying center, portal services, cafeteria services, hostel, library, wifi, multipurpose hall, first-aid services, Football & Volleyball pitch , Basketball, badminton, Lawn Tennis courts. Common Room with foosball, table tennis and snooker.
Q: List of departments in SUN?
A: Academics, Administration, Registration & Examination, Student Service Department (SSD), Human Resource Department (HRD), Library, ICT, Marketing & Creative Communication, Finance, Sports, Institutional Research office, Quality Assurance English Language learning Centre and Center for continuous learning.
Q: What is a student portal?
A: A student portal is a channel of communication between student and the university, located on SUN website. It can be used to access class attendance, assessments and the results online. The academic profile, academic advisor and the events of the university can also be accessed through the portal.
Q: For my academic concerns whom do I contact?
A: For your academic concerns you can contact an Academic Advisor/Mentor.
Q: For my development studies and tutorials whom do I contact?
A: For your development studies and tutorials you can contact the Faculty Members.
Q: For my books and other supplies whom do I contact?
A: For your books and other supplies you can contact the library.
Q: For my computing and network problems whom do I contact?
A: For your computing and network problems you can contact ICT Department.
Q: For sports related queries whom do I contact?
A: For your sports related queries you can contact the Sports Department.
Q: How will I know my course and graduation plan?
A: You can know your course and graduation plan on student’s portal.
Q: How can I register for the course?
A: Registration department will enroll the student as per their Graduation plan.
Q: Does the university rejects any application?
A: Yes, The registration will be rejected under the following conditions:
- In case of non-submission of documents required by the institution or government authorities
- In case of submission of any forged documents for admission
- In case of nonattestation of High School certificates submitted for admission
- Any information received from the parent organization regarding the irregularities in the documents submitted.
- Criminal charge(s) are proven against the student at any point of time.
- Undertaking cases not meeting the deadline
Q: Where can I find all the institutional calendars?
A: You can find your institutional calendars on student’s portal, website and University notice board.
Q: What are the various channels through which I can communicate in SUN?
A: You can communicate through Student Portal, Advisor, Admin and SSD Counter.
Q: What is an academic year and what is the duration of a degree?
A: Academic year at SUN comprises of Fall, Spring and Summer semesters. The duration of the Undergraduate degree is 4 years.
Q: What will be my period of study and a maximum number of credits that I can attempt?
Students enrolled for a program shall complete within a maximum of 6 years by earning 132 credits. Student can earn 132 credits in four years in normal case or by attempting maximum of 180 credits.
In case of accelerated Program, the student can complete the Undergraduate program in less than 4 years.
Q: When do I get an admission kit?
A: Admission kit is issued mainly to the students once they are enrolled for the program.
The kit gives the student a clear idea about his/her admission status, academic program, class Timing, guidance on portal usage, Portal username and password, car sticker details, ID card, graduation plan and fee payment plan.
Q: Continuing students’ admission kit change will change due to the following scenarios?
A: Admission kit will change in the following scenarios:
- Direct Entry program
Q: What is the student handbook?
A: Student handbook which is a ready reckoner that guides the student to understand the academic and academic support service policies and procedures, semester wise course plan, examination calendar, academic calendar and whom to approach for services. The student handbook enables students to plan their academic operations, leave and participation in activities for self-development. You can find your student handbook in the student’s portal.
Q: How can I make a student request?
A: Students can make a request through the portal.
Q: How can I withdraw a course?
A: Withdrawal of a course/s can be done within the first week of commencement of a semester with a maximum number of two courses [is not applicable for students under accelerated Program, SUN Visa / Visa Letter, Sponsored students]
Q: How can I add a course?
A: Addition of a course is allowed only to those students who are not progressing as per the Graduation plan was given to them initially. Admin can be contacted for the addition of courses.
Q: What is the class schedule?
A: The class schedule details the courses offered for the batches offered during the semester. It contains the details such as classroom, class timings, faculty member name, batch and the course name.
Q: in what case the access of the student portal will be denied?
A: Access to the portal for students is denied in case of non-adherence to SUN policy & procedures. It can be reactivated by contacting concern department and complying with their requirements.
Q: If I want to postpone my course what is the policy?
A: Student may postpone a semester only once in an academic year and maximum twice during the graduation program. The postponement form should be filled within two weeks of commencement of a semester only under mitigating circumstances.
Q: If I want to repeat the course what is the policy?
A: A student who scores less than ‘A’ grade in any course will be allowed to repeat that course and better of the two grades shall be considered for calculating the CGPA and student is allowed to repeat the course only twice
Q: What is the attendance requirement?
A: For UNDERGRADUATE students, 75 % attendance [-(Negative 25%)] is a must to appear for the main final exam.
Q: How can I access policies of the University?
A: You can check your student handbook for the university policies. It is also available on student portal.
Q: What is hall ticket?
A: Hall ticket is the exam admission slip issued for the students to appear mid-term, Final & Mitigation/re-sit exam. The student has to carry the hall ticket and produce on demand in the examination hall. It contains Student name, program, DOB, gender, photo, course ID, student ID, Exam date, course code and course name
Q: From where can I get exam timing and schedule?
A: Examination schedules along with the Mid Term & Final examination dates will be announced within 2 weeks from the start of the class and will be displayed on the SUN website & Student portal and the university notice board.
Q: If I miss the exam, how can I re-appear and what is the policy?
A: Yes, the student can re-appear for the exam only in case of Mitigation policy to excuse the absence of students that result from the following causes only
- Accident
- In case of death of Immediate Family Member
- Hospitalization
- Religious [HAJ only]
The student is required to use mitigating circumstance form available in the portal to file their appeal for consideration of mitigating circumstances along with necessary documentation.
Q: How do I check my semester progress and grades?
A: Students can check the grades on the student portal.
Q: What is the mode of assessment for the course?
A: Student’s performance is assessed in each registered course out of 100 marks. The mode of assessment depends on the course in which students appear. This includes assignments, quizzes, research work, case studies, and presentations.