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Jacqui has a PhD in Education Management from UNISA and has a Certificate in Copy-Editing and a Certificate in Corporate Coaching from the University of Cape Town. 

Formerly a teacher of English, and an academic manager of a professional body, she has years of experience in the editing of academic assignments, proposals, theses and dissertations, more especially in the field of business (e.g. MBA) and education.

Dr Jacqui Baumgardt's corporate experience includes, but is not limited to, coaching of MBA students for a number of years for the UNISA School of Business Leadership.  A list of edited work is available on request.

She is a full member of the Professional Editors' Guild (PEG). Membership Number BAU001

She is also a member of Prolingua

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Dr Lineo Johnson (PhD, 2016): I have been a client of Dr Jacqui Baumgardt for more than two years, after being introduced to her by my academic mentor (Professor). Since then, I have known Jacqui as a highly dependable and diligent person, who ensures that the work is done and delivered on time, in spite of her work load. She would rather forego most of her other duties to ensure academic work is delivered timeously. Jacqui is a proficient individual who would never compromise academic quality for anything. Her interaction with me has been on distance mode level, but since working with her I have improved my academic writing, editing and reviewing skills, because she does not only do her work for money;  she is a gifted teacher. Her feedback, in the form of comments, remarks, suggestions, options or alternatives are always constructive and encourages critical thinking and discovery learning.

I have learned many skills through Jacqui, and one of such skills is professionalism in academic discourse. I have been able to complete my Doctoral Degree in two years, as during my studies she indirectly and unknowingly acted as my co-supervisor, because of her vast knowledge and experience in research and various disciplines, a rare skills combination in an individual. All my articles that she edited and reviewed have never been turned back for peer-reviewing and publication. Her professionalism has significantly helped me to improve and refine my writing skills. I have recommended her to my colleagues in the academia including my Master’s and Doctoral students. I will continue to do so as I believe her knowledge and skills have multiplier-effect on those who wish to take writing and publication to the next level.

Dr. Morten Bøsterud, Andorra (PhD, 2018): Jacqui Baumgardt has rendered proofreading and editing services to me over several years, which has served me very well indeed. The projects she has undertaken for me have involved various types of academic writing, including that of dissertation work, journal articles, book chapters, and a full monograph. Jacqui’s assistance is always timely, and she constantly over-performs. Whenever I have wanted to discuss topics with her she has always been available at short notice and she has constantly contributed to enhance the quality of my work. In addition to my own projects, I have had the pleasure of recommending Jacqui’s services to academics internationally, and without fail, their feedback to me has been of the utmost satisfaction. It is with great pride I can recommend Jacqui's services to anyone in need of proofreading and/or editing within any field of authorship.

Dr. Issam Ezzeddine (PhD, 2018): I’m honored to write this testimonial letter for my friend Jacqui Baumgardt whom I have known during my PhD journey between 2015 – 2018. Jacqui's professional experience in editing and proofreading has added a valuable quality accomplishment to my Doctoral theses, titled “A Policy Framework for Developing Urban Public Squares to enhance Sustainable development of UAE”.

Lindy Mtsweni (PhD, 2020): I have been acquainted with Dr Jacqui from Blue Diamond Professional Editing from 2020, in her capacity as a professional editor for my thesis report. She has been responsible for my Doctorate Business Leadership language editing.

Dr Jacqui is easy to work with, thinks critically, and effectively communicates her concerns. She is committed to the deadlines and is always professional. She is my go-to person when I need any language editing done and thus she has my highest endorsement.