Dr Brenden D Tempest-Mogg

President
B.A. (University of New South Wales), M.A. (Essex University),
M.Litt. (University of Oxford), Ed.D. (George Washington University)
Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts, London
Member Institute of Directors, London
Oxford Business Alumni, Said Business School, University of Oxford

Education pioneer, lecturer, workshop facilitator, and founder and President of Warnborough College and Warnborough Worldwide. He has over 40 years experience in international education, quality assurance, and distance learning. As a graduate of the University of Oxford, he extols the importance of excellence in education. This is reflected throughout all the SCI course offerings.

Dr Julian Ng

Vice President
B.Bus, M.Ed, PhD, CTEFLA

Julian is a certified lead auditor for ISO9001 and an international professional speaker and trainer. In his spare time, he consults for businesses in Asia, Europe and South America. He is Director of the ABE programmes at Warnborough College and lectures on management, marketing and organisational behaviour.

Dr Daryl D Tempest-Mogg

Director of Vocational Training

Brings over 35 years expertise in international and distance education. He is chairman of of the Warnborough group of college's. As SCI's Director of Vocational Training, his responsibilities include the implementation of student services and ensures that academic quality and course structuring are maintained to a high standard. In addition, he overseers the day-to-day running of SCI.

Jonathan Burrell

Course Advisor

Jonathan is your first point of contact before enrolling. Jonathan is friendly, efficient, and has successfully helped students choose the courses that are most relevant to their needs.

Elena Soriano

Course Advisor and Administrator

Elena, with her friendly and welcoming personality, goes a long way in making students feel at ease. Elena also overseers the supervision of assignments and the day-to-day running of enrolled students.

Dr. Mark Fernando

Course Advisor

He has been associated with Warnborough College for over 12 years, where he is responsible for external examinations. Mark has a strong background in education and is available to counsel students on their academic and career needs.

The team at SCI is not only academic and industry qualified and experienced, but friendly, approachable, and dedicated to assisting all students achieve their goals. This is what SCI is all about. You will not be lost in the shuffle, or treated like a number, but as a real person with real needs. SCI will help you cross boundaries and widen your horizons.

Michael Booth

B.Sc (Hons) Chemical Engineering, (University of Leeds), MSc with Merit Computer Science, (University of Kent), Executive Associate, Institute of Independent Business International

Michael has over 20 years experience in industry with a diverse academic background incorporating executive management, chemical engineering, and computer science. Michael has an international background and has worked as a technical director, production manager, and operations manager throughout companies across the world. He recently completed his MSc in Computer Science from the University of Kent, and is an executive associate of the Institute of the Independent Business International.

Emma Critchley

M.A in Photography, (currently enrolled with The Royal College of Art), B.A. (Hons) First Editorial Photography (University of Brighton), BTEC National Diploma Art & Design Foundation, Distinction (De Montfort University Leicester),

Emma Critchley is a multi award winning photographer based in the UK specializing in underwater photography and portraits.

Emma’s underwater photography has been exhibited internationally. Her work has been included in shows at The Australian Centre for Photography, Fotofreo 2006, The National Portrait Gallery and The Photographer’s Gallery. In 2007 she had her first solo show in London. Emma’s work has been widely featured in publications, including Australian Art Monthly, AN Magazine, Image magazine, HotShoe International, The Guardian and The Sunday Times.

In 2008 Emma collaborated with artist Sophie Lewis to produce, The Fear of Falling, a project funded by The Arts Council. The Fear of Falling exhibition took place in London Bridge in September 2008 and since then the work has been exhibited at Fulham Palace, The Photographer’s Gallery, The Independent Photographers Gallery and the Brighton Photo Fringe. Emma is currently working on a project funded by a bursary from the National Media Museum as well as doing an MA at the Royal College of Art. After gaining a first class degree in Photography from the University of Brighton, Emma’s underwater photography has been widely acclaimed, winning a number of awards. Over the last few years her work has been exhibited internationally, including shows in Canada, Australia and the UK.
Emma during the past 6 years has received many international photographic awards including shortlists, second and third places.

View her website at: www.emmacritchley.com

Barbara Z. D'Elia

B.A. (Duquesne University), M.A. (University of West Georgia), Ph.D. (United States International/Alliant University).

Dr. D'Elia is a psychologist, counselor, therapist, and mentor in the field of psychology.She began her career in the United States and has applied much of her expertise in the Middle East, where she established community and university mental health centres. Along with her husband, she developed a successful prison reform program, effecting change in the prison environment, the inmates, and the prison staff as well. Dr. D'Elia is interested in the actualisation of human potential, the empowerment of women, and the interface of religion and psychology. Her research activities includes emotional intelligence, cross-cultural issues, violence in the media, family relations, and spirituality. Online teaching is her current main interest.

Jason Dodd

Jason has been a professional freelance photographer for over 20 years with many exhibitions held here in the UK and abroad. Jason also has a large commercial portfolio and includes commissions for :- 2007 Tour De France,FTSE, Royal Bank of Scotland, Esso, McDonald’s, Cambridge Education Group, Canterbury Christ Church University, Canterbury Cathedral, Land Rover, British Telecom.

Jason is a sessional tutor / visiting professional with Canterbury Christ Church University for their Photography BA Hons L1 Programme. He was also instrumental in designing aspects of the L1 Module: Introduction to Creative Photographic Practice.

Jason’s time management skills and professional approach have led to a successful delivery of module material and students who whilst creatively and technically challenged nevertheless have fun. This is, of course the best way to learn.

Jason delivers many workshops on photography and are always well-organised, detailed and appropriate to the level of study. He is also the winner of the Channel Chamber International trade award 2007 & 2008 and a finalist in the Invicta Chamber 2008 entrepreneur of the year awards.

View his website at: www.jasondoddphotography.com

Paul Evans

MICB, CBi.Dip, AMCollT, BSYA (Cl.Fit)

Paul brings three decades of real world business experience. His business expertise includes many intentional Project Management programmes, Directorships and Managerial positions. Paul's active participation in the bookkeeping profession ensures he is up-to-date with current accounting practices. His background in international business, is an added bonus.

Andrea Downes

B.SC Equine Science, Welfare and Behaviour (Easton College currently enrolled), Certificate in Education,, Veterinary Nursing Qualification,pre-Veterinary Nursing Certificate, Diploma in Animal Care.

Andrea is a committed tutor with a passion for caring for animals. In her current position Andrea is responsible for the coordination of the veterinary nursing course at Easton College. Most of her working career has been devoted to Veterinary Nursing and practices and she works closely with farmer managers.

Andrea likes to keep up to date with current trends in veterinary practices. On of her most recent achievements was taking a group of students to complete a conservation project in Africa to support the reserve and local community.

Katie Freeth

B.Sc. (Hons) Horticulture, RHS General Examination

An experienced and professional horticulturist with extensive management skills gained internationally; experienced in landscape management, staff supervision and management, written and oral communication, horticultural knowledge and application, supported by organisational and administrative skills and attention to detail. Katie brings 20 years experience in Horticulture and is an accomplished lecturer, horticulture consultant and freelance writer.

Elizabeth Graves

B.Sc. Hons Human Biology (Oxford Brookes University), Candidate for MA, Nutrition & Dietetics, (Griffiths University).

After graduating in Human Biology from Oxford Brookes University, Liz has been working since 1997 in the UK in the medical industry including being a Medical Representative, Medical Advisor, Medical Information Manager. Liz is currently studying towards a Masters Degree in Nutrition and dietetics at Griffith University in Australia.

Sophie Hall-Aspland

B.SC (Hons) Biological Science ( University of Exeter, UK), M.Sc Marine and Fisheries Science, (University of Aberdeen and Marine Research Institute), Phd Conservation Ecology, Faculty of Veterinary Science, (University of Sydney), PG Cert River Restoration and Management, Charles Sturt University, Wagga Wagga, Australia, Currently completing Cert IV Training and Assessment, Charles Darwin University, Northern Territory, Australia and Cert IV Conservation and Land Management, Bachelor Institute, Northern Territory, Australia.

Sophie has a wide and varied background in Environmental studies, Conservation and Land Management. In her current position, Sophie lectures on Conservation and Land Management, at the School of Health, Business and Science, Bachelor Institute of Indigenous Tertiary /Education, East Arnhem Land, Northern Territory. She has also been an Honorary Lecturer at the School of Veterinary Science, Charles Sturt University, NSW. Other positions include, Ecologist, Research Biologist, Research Assistant and Zoo Keeper at the Marine Mammal Department, Zoological Parks Board of NSW.

Sophie whose work appears in over 13 publications is also, the winner of many awards and funding. Her current research programmes include:- acoustic behaviour in estuarine crocodiles, movements and diet of snow leopards using stable isotope techniques and the hormonal and acoustic behaviour in captive Brazilian tapir. She is also a member of : - Ecological Society of Australasia, Australia Marine Sciences Association, Associate Member of the Scientific Committee for Antarctic Research on Seals, Associate Member of Australasian Zoos Research Advisory Group, and Scientific journal reviewer for Marine Ecology Progress Series, Marine Mammal Science and Oecologia.

Nick Howarth

B.Sc., (Hons) Computer Studies 1st class, (Southampton University), Prince 2 Practitioner Qualified, ITIL Foundation Certificate, Diploma in Bookkeeping ICB Level 3, Diploma in Payroll Management
ICB Level 3.

Nick's business experience in IT, Management and Bookkeeping expands over 20 years. His various positions held with Hewlett Packard include: Software Development Engineer, Support, Engineer, Technical Account Manager, Manager – Response Centre and Support & Operations Manager for Sirenic Ltd. In addition to his extensive IT career, Nick is also the Director of Southampton Bookkeeping Ltd providing bookkeeping services to clients and also tutoring students for the ICB exams.

Theresa A Kahn

Cert Further & Adult Teaching (City & Guilds), Cert TESLA, Cert of Education,
Cert of Education, Cert in Stress Management and Performance Coaching, Cert Problem focused Counselling, Coaching and Training.

Theresa has a diverse background as a Training Consultant, Performance Coach and Therapist and is an experienced tutor in the delivery of Personal Development courses and workshops in Stress Management, Positive Thinking, Visualisation, and Reiki Healing. During her 20 years experience in Life Coaching and Stress management, her clients include the Oxford Further Education College, Shepherds Bush Housing, RBKC Town Hall and City of Westminster College. She also works from time to time as a Training Consultant with the CWC. Theresa is also active in Life Coaching and runs a private practice where she assists clients on a face to face basis.

Her professional experience has allowed her to set up many training courses for such a clients as, Hilton Hotels, the Home Office, St Mary's Hospital, Goldman & Sachs Bank and Brindley Estate.

Kenny Lau

B.Sc Computer Science (2.1) ( Essex University), M.Sc Pervasive Computing (University of Kent)

Kenny's area of expertise is computing and his industry experience includes Developer, I.T. Coordinator, Processing, Data Entry. He also, specialises in Software Engineering, UML, Format Methods, Design Patterns, Object-Oriented Design, Real-Time OS, Distributed Networking and IT Security.
In his current position as a Developer his work involves .NET Development (VB.NET/C#), SQL Server Administration, Bespoke Software, Customer Support.
When Kenny isn't at his computer he can be found behind the control panel learning to fly.

Yvonne Leach

Cert -Ed (Christchurch University College), Training the Trainers Cert, (Guild of Guides), Welcome Host Trainers Cert (S.E.E.T.B), Assessors Awards (BTEC), Adult Training Award (C&G), Blue Badge Guide - Professional Guide Qualification,(Institute of Tourist Guides)

All Yvonne's working career has been devoted to the travel and tourism industry. Her 35 years experience in this environment has seen her hold positions from trainer to acting as a travel consultant and event management organiser. She is currently a consultant and trainer for the S.E.Guides Training Programme as well as being an Event Management consultant responsible for planning and executing corporate events, including conferences, team building, incentive events and working with blue chip companies including Pfizer UK and Axa Insurance.

Yvonne, also specialises in working in, and lecturing about Incoming/Domestic tourism in the UK and aspects of both Heritage and Rural tourism. She has her own company which specialises in planning events and weddings in Italy, as well as creative itineraries for tours throughout the UK. Winning the South-East Tourism Marketing Award was one of the highlights of her career.

Noor Mazhar

B.A., M.A. (University of London), Ph.D (University of Liverpool), DipTEFL, DipTESP

Noor has extensive experience in education and his main fields are in the history of ideas, literature and their reciprocal relationship. He tutors students for Psychology and Developmental Psychology. As an added achievement, he has also obtained with distinction diplomas in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL) and English for Business Purposes (ESP).

Hussein Mirza

Cert.Ed., B.Com., D.M.S, M.B.A., Ph.D Accounting / Finance & Management

Hussein lectures in Accounting, Finance and Management. He was formerly Head of the Professional Accountancy Courses at the Management and Professional Studies Unit of Oxford College and Director of Accountancy and Management in Al-Omani Institute of Education and Vocational Training, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman. Hussein has held senior accountancy positions with multinationals in the United Kingdom, including the Ministry of Defence and Oxfam. He is an EDEXCEL qualified Trainer, Assessor, and Verifier holding D-Units. He is also an Accreditor for Prior Learning holding APL qualifications.

Kevin Michael O'Doherty

Sc Psychology (Honours), (Wolverhampton University), Post Grad Diploma - Health in Psychology (Coventry University), Post Grad Cert in Further and Higher Education, (Wolverhampton University), Post Grad Diploma Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, (Goldsmiths University of London).

Author and experienced trainer and lecturer in the field of Psychology and Health and Social Care. Kevin is also the author of the book: 'The Little Book of Thinking Errors: a Self-Help Guide to Changing Unhelpful Thoughts'. It is a therapeutic introductory book using Cognitive Behavioural techniques. He is now working on his second book. He also has his own CBT practice in San Pedro, Marbella and commutes on a regular basis.

His training and lecturing positions include the Pembroke mental health Centre, City of Westminster College, Matthew Boulton college of further Education and the Kensington and Chelsea MIND organisation. In addition to his lecturing and training schedule he also has his own CBT practice in San Pedro, Marbella and commutes on a regular basis to the U book to be published this year. Kevin is a member of the the British Association of Behavioural and Cognitive Psychotherapists (BABCP).

Nirmin R Patel

B.A. Natural Sciences (Warnborough College), B.Med.Sci Cert Basic Medical Sciences Certificate (Semmelweis University School of Medicine,Hungary), MD Doctor of Medicine (Saba University School of Medicine, Netherlands-Antilles, Saba, West Indies)

Nirmin's academic career has been devoted to medicine and he brings many years of experience in this profession. Positions he has held include Clinical Audit Officer, Director of Medical Studies at Warnborough and currently Foundation Programme Administrator for the North Middlesex University Hospital, Edmonton London. Nirmin is a very committed tutor always keen to help students begin their medical careers.

Luke Smith

B.A. Biomedical Science, Cert IV in Fitness, Certificate IV in Workplace Training and Assessment.

Luke's 7 years in the fitness industry combined with his 6 years teaching Anatomy, Physiology, Sport Science, Fitness and Business enhances his teaching qualifications. He is currently enrolled on a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering degree programme.

Paul Thomas

BSC Agriculture (Agronomy and Animal Husbandry) University of Stellenbosch, BSC Hons (Pasture Science) University of Natal, Diploma in Strategic Marketing University of Witwatersrand Business School, Fast Track Marketing Diploma Institute of Marketing Management UK, CeeMap 1,2 and 3 FSA UK. AVCASA Certified.

Paul brings with him over 20 years experience in International Marketing for leading global Pharmaceutical, Biotech and AgroChemical companies. He has coordinated Pan European Product Launches and been responsible for Global Sales and Marketing of On-Line Media products to the Pharmaceutical and Competitor Intelligence communities. He has past lecturing experience at colleges and a University in Canterbury. More recently he has run his own Financial Services Business and been involved in negotiating sports contracts for young aspiring professional players

David Whyte

Higher National Diploma in Arboriculture, (BTEC), Higher National Certificate in Horticulture (SCOTVEC), National diploma in Horticulture, (SCOTVEC), National Certificate in Horticulture SCOTVEC. Current: - process of becoming LANTRA instructor.

David's 23 years experience and continuous participation in the Horticultural environment has allowed him to win many awards. These include: Outstanding Performance on Teacher Training course, International exposition to Kunming City, China, International Presentation on Forests and Culture to Estonia, Community Awareness on Native Woodland Conservation and International Scholarship to Scandinavia.

For most of his working career David has taught in the field of Horticulture and Arboriculture. In addition to his formal qualifications he holds many technical qualifications including, PA1 & PA6 Pesticide Application Cert, Chainsaw Maintenance Cert, Manual Handling Techniques Cert,

David's expertise in horticulture has lead him to hold many positions as a lecturer and trainer. These include, Newcastle College, East Durham and Houghall Community College, Sunderland City Council, Royal Botanical Garden Edinburgh (Benmore), Tern Television Productions, Scottish Natural Heritage, Royal Horticultural Society (Wisley) and Angus District Council. He is currently a Technical site Based Trainer (Scotland & North England) for the ISS Facility Services – Landscaping. He is currently in the final stages of of becoming an approved LANTRA instructor.

Francis Zaviour

B.A. Science (Mangalore University), Honours in Hardware Engineering & Networking (Indian Institute of Hardware Technology), Post Graduate Diploma - Computer Applications (Institute of Human Resources Development, India).

Francis has had a diverse background as an IT professional, experienced in LINUX certification, incorporating web development, administrating and system administration. His IT expertise incorporates Visual Basic. Net, ASP.Net, and SQL Databases.