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GAMING MANAGEMENT COURSES OFFERED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA

Posted: 19 Oct 2012 02:50 PM PDT

Celebrating its 23rd year as the world’s premier provider of gaming management education, the University’s Gaming Management Program has been training gaming professionals around the globe since 1989.

Gain the latest industry-specific management tools and learn the best-demonstrated practices used today, with gaming management weeklong and short courses offered by the University of Nevada, Reno Gaming Management Program. Courses taught by industry experts and University faculty provide in-depth management and career development to executives, managers, supervisors and aspiring gaming professionals to improve the bottom line and update, enhance and acquire business essentials unique to the gaming industry.

Scheduled weeklong and short courses are held at the University of Nevada, Reno campus; additional short courses are offered at sites throughout the United States and internationally. For registration and course information call Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno, (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928, or visit http://www.gaming.unr.edu<http://www.gaming.unr.edu/>. Follow us on Twitter at @UNRGaming: http://www.twitter.com/unrgaming.

If you don’t see what you need in our upcoming courses and programs for Fall 2012, please call us. We can develop a program tailored to your specific property and management requirements. (And watch for our 2013 schedule, coming soon!)

Nov. 5-9, 2012

Management of Table Games Operations — Master the industry’s best practices and apply the five core business processes of table games in this five-day gaming management course offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Sessions are held Monday-Thursday, Nov. 5-8, 2012, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and Friday, Nov. 9, 8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $2,500, includes instruction, course materials, orientation breakfast, four lunches, refreshment breaks and a group awards dinner; lodging is not included. For registration and more information about Extended Studies gaming management courses call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928 or visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/residential.htm .

Dec. 3-7, 2012

Advanced Management of Slot Operations — Manage metrics and data that can increase your property’s productivity and profitability and learn how the industry experts use strategic performance and advanced operations to boost the bottom line in this five-day gaming management course offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Sessions are held Monday-Thursday, Dec. 3-6, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., and Friday, Dec. 7, 8:30-11 a.m. at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $2,500, includes instruction, course materials, orientation breakfast, four lunches, refreshment breaks and a group awards dinner; lodging is not included. For registration and more information about Extended Studies gaming management courses call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233–8928 or visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/residential.htm .

Dec. 10-11, 2012

Managing Cage Operations — Serving as the heart of the casino, the cage and vault operation integrates every casino department. Examine and learn the critical relationships of cage and vault operations across the entire casino to improve performance for bottom-line results in this two-day gaming management course offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Monday-Tuesday, Dec. 10-11, 2012, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. each day at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $785 through Nov. 9; $885 after Nov. 9, includes instruction, course materials, refreshment breaks and lunch each day; lodging is not included. For registration and more information about Extended Studies gaming management courses call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928 or visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/short_courses.htm .

Dec. 12, 2012

Title 31-Currency Transaction Reporting: Implementation and Compliance — Learn how to implement internal controls and procedures pertinent to all segments of the casino organization to comply with one of the most important regulations existing in the gaming industry in this one-day gaming management course offered by Extended Studies at the University of Nevada, Reno. Held Wednesday, Dec. 12, 2012, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.at the University’s Continuing Education Building, 1041 N. Virginia St., Reno. Course fee: $325 through Nov. 9; $365 after Nov. 9, includes instruction, course materials, refreshment breaks and lunch; lodging is not included.

For registration and more information about Extended Studies gaming management courses call (775) 784-4062 or 1-800-233-8928 or visit http://www.extendedstudies.unr.edu/short_courses.htm .

 

 

NEW WORLD MATCH GAMES SET TO REVOLUTIONIZE THE ONLINE GAMING MARKET

Posted: 19 Oct 2012 04:52 AM PDT

World Match will be presenting three great new features at the launch of its new Slot Machines. World Match Director Andrea Boratto talks us through these upcoming WM releases.

World Match is about to release some brand new ideas. What can you tell us about them? "We have improved our games by introducing a series of new features that will revolutionize the gaming experience: HD Graphics, a Controls Toolbar and Social Network integration."

So World Match is breaking new ground once again?"It certainly is! In 2004 we launched the first range of games in no-download Flash technology. In 2005 we were the first online gaming company to obtain a European online gaming license. In 2009, we launched WM i-gaming, a versatile, cutting-edge platform that runs products and services with a single powerful software. And in 2012 we became the first company to use Cloud technology with our WM Cloud Gaming Center platform and to integrate all of our games with social networks."

What should operators do if they are interested in investing with World Match? "We are always looking for new strategic partnerships and our consultants are always happy to provide information. Write to sales@worldmatch.eu or phone +356 3550 5808."

Why are slot machines so important for online gaming? "Slot machines have given a significant boost to the online casino market as today they account for about 60% of the entire revenue of internet casinos."

As there are very few companies providing quality online slot-machines, do licensees risk having the same products? "On this point World Match has an important competitive advantage because our products are tailor-made; it is not merely a case of customizing because licensees can use our game-engine with bespoke graphics that they choose or develop themselves. This way the game engine is certified and tested by World Match, but the graphics can always be diversified. It means games can be adapted to user tastes and thus enable licensees to provide an exclusive experience. For a demo just visit www.wm.com.mt/games or contact us at sales@worldmatch.eu, or phone +356 3550 5808."

Can you tell us more about World Match's new cutting-edge features? "All the new games are made in native HD graphics, which make each pixel realistic and incredibly sharp. Our HD games, with their resolution of up to 1280×720 pixels and 16:9 aspect ratio, will afford a thrilling, unforgettable experience every time gamers set the reels spinning!

We have also introduced a Controls Toolbar that provides more information, faster performance and more control. The new graphics layout ensures even greater immediacy of use and intuitive interaction on all gaming-compatible devices, such as computers, tablets and mobiles. In addition each function now has with its own key, so it is easy to remember and quick to use, making the gaming experience even more entertaining and professional."

You also hinted at social networks.  What can you tell us about that? "Our new games are integrated with the major social networks: Facebook, Google+, Twitter and LinkedIn. This allows players to share game highlights with friends. Players can connect to their favorite social network and post pictures, links and comments, all without leaving the game."

Do you have a freely accessible demo area?"Yes, just visit our website at www.wm.com.mt/games."