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  • GIA Launches eLearning AJP

    CARLSBAD, Calif. - January 30, 2009 - The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) today unveiled a new, online, multimedia format for its distance learning courses in gemology and jewelry sales. GIA is offering this advanced education technology, known as “eLearning,” to students effective immediately for its Accredited Jewelry Professional (A.J.P.) diploma program. Read more.

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  • Dossier Fee Reduction

    GIA Reduces Dossier Fees Up To 12%, Offers Two New Volume-Based Programs

    December 12, 2008- The Gemological Institute of America (GIA) announced today that, effective immediately, it will reduce the cost of the GIA Diamond Dossier® service by up to 12 percent on diamonds weighing up to 1.49 cts. 

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  • GIA's Four Cs Brochure

    GIA's Four Cs Brochure Now Available in 10 Languages

    December 05, 2008 – GIA is offering the Four Cs brochure in the original English version, the Spanish-language edition announced earlier this year, plus eight other languages including: Italian, Thai, Korean, Japanese, traditional (or formal) Chinese, simplified Chinese, Hindi and Gujarati. 

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  • GIA Completes Biannual Board

    GIA Completes Biannual Board of Governor Meeting

    Nov. 20, 2008 – The Board of Governors of the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) Monday concluded its second 2008 meeting. Actions taken by the Board include naming a new Board chair and vice chair, seating four new governors and expanding the office of the GIA president. 

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