The Student Code of Conduct is a guide for students while enrolled at COBS. Students are encouraged to follow the COBS policies and procedures outlined in this Learner Guide. The information is provided to assist students in understanding their responsibilities as COBS learners, it is also important that you understand what consequences may be encountered if you violate COBS policies, guidelines, and procedures within the COBS Catalog.
The principles of student conduct are based on treating others with respect and courtesy, being conscious of others, and ultimately acting responsibly. As an institute of professional learning, COBS is committed as well as required to maintain a safe learning and working environment for all. As a professional learning institute, specific expectations including acting maturely and responsibly exemplify student empowerment while demonstrating mutual respect for others.
The contents of this policy apply to all students who represent COBS in any capacity where COTHM Dubai resources (human or fiscal) support a program, event, or trip (domestic or international). It is within the rights of any faculty member, club or organization advisor, or any person functioning as a COTHM Dubai agent for a sponsored trip or educational experience to take prudent action when violations occur based on inappropriate choices that may place a student at risk of harming self or others. This may include ending the experience for the entire group or sending a student back to campus at the person’s expense. Any violation of this policy will be handled according to the disciplinary sanctions outlined and set forth.
NOTE: Violations such as assault, battery, theft, destruction, endangerment, fraud, harassment, sexual assault, robbery, stalking, threat, or trespassing are all prohibited and shall be referred to the appropriate law enforcement agency. COBS has the option of filing criminal charges with the respective authorities.