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Bengaluru, 28th April 2023: NMIMS Bengaluru organized the Employability Bootcamp, a three-day event aimed at helping students bridge the gap between education and industry. This boot camp enabled students to highlight various skills and job opportunities available in today’s job market. The event was a huge success with the presence of esteemed guests, Mr. Ramesh Nagesh, Mr. Biju Nambiar, co-founder, of Talent Bee, Mr. Vikram Poojary,

Human Resources and Talent Acquisition professional at Cognizant Technology Solutions, and Ms. Shipra Chandra, Founder of Know Thy Choice. This Employability Bootcamp is marketed to be a well-rounded program for the students as well as the experts, designed to provide students with practical skills and knowledge that will help them succeed in their future careers. With a focus on networking, information sharing, and international education, this event was a must-attend for any student looking to take their career to the next level.

 Speaking at the boot camp, Mr. Ramesh Nagesh, who is known for his transformational leadership style and carries over three decades of banking experience and has built his career upon ideas and innovations extremely relevant in today’s world, said, “Are we receptive to acknowledge a gap, or are we accepting that we need to learn and then raise our hands for help, there’s nothing wrong in it, each one of you, in 10-20 years down the line might be heading a company, your own startup, a unicorn, etc. Three things: challenge, understand, and make it better! Lastly, the strongest opportunity you can have is networking, this is leadership”

Adding to this, Ms. Shipra Chandra said, “A lot of educational institutions have adapted very qickly during the covid, as a result of which, a lot of opportunities have opened up for you. You can sit here and have Stanford and MIT Professors teaching you on various digital platforms, you can upscale in any particular field using just your laptops and phones” The first day of the event featured the poster presentation and an alumni meet presented by the first-year students of the School of Economics. The posters emphasized practical skills and internships for students to excel in the job market, while also showcasing the diverse job opportunities available. Additionally, the alumni meet enabled students to network and gain valuable insights from successful graduates about the qualities required to succeed in their chosen fields. On the second day of the event, students gained valuable insights from industry leaders who shared their hiring experiences and expectations in the job market. The students also showcased their research through posters on a range of themes, providing insights on required skills and job opportunities. The third day focused on international education opportunities, with delegates from universities in Canada, UK, and Australia providing information on the application process, admission requirements, scholarships, and benefits of studying abroad. IDP provided guidance on selecting universities, applying for visas, and arranging travel.

“The nature of the workplace has changed in the last 3 years, moving to hybrid and virtual forms. There are also challenges in terms of interpersonal connect, between manager and team members, but we have learnt to work in a virtual environment, with rare physical meetings. So we have to learn how to manage relationships virtually as well as in a hybrid environment”, Mr. Vikram Poojary highlighting the future of workplace relationships in organizations.

“Your execution skills are very important in a corporation, you constantly learn and unlearn to become better. Work with a lot of startups, in my experience, you have to look and work in a company like it’s your company. Firms are looking for candidates who are ready to go beyond your job role and you start getting noticed in your organisation. It’s absolutely okay to figure out what your passion is, because a lot of people in this world are still in that stage. The reality is that a lot of us like to do a lot of things. We all have passions, but we have to do our job and also pursue our passion, could be dancing, painting, or anything that interests you. Don’t get sucked up to the idea that I need to find a career which is also my passion. You’ve to experiment , explore and somewhere you find a match”, highlights Mr. Biju Nambiar explaining to students how to balance career and passion.

The Employability Bootcamp was a resounding success, and NMIMS is proud to have provided its students with a platform to gain valuable insights and skills to succeed in the job market. Moving forward, NMIMS remains committed to providing students with the best possible opportunities to enhance their skills and secure their dream jobs to shape the leaders of tomorrow.

Bangalore, 28 th April 2023 – CMR University’s School of Management hosted its annual Ethnic Day celebration, Aavishkar on April 26th, 2023 at the OMBR Layout Satellite Campus. This year’s theme was Indian Cinema, and students dressed up in traditional attire representing their favorite celebrities.

The event was a colorful and vibrant celebration of India’s rich cultural heritage and the significant influence of Indian cinema on its people. Students enthusiastically participated in various activities like dance performances, fashion shows, and other cultural programs highlighting the evolution of Indian cinema over the years.

Dr. Mini.T, Head-In-Charge at the School of Management, congratulated the students for their efforts in organizing the event and emphasized the importance of celebrating the diversity and inclusivity of India’s culture.

“CMR University takes pride in providing a platform for our students to showcase their talents and embrace the diversity of our nation,” said Dr. Mini.”

Ethnic day was certainly a memorable day, especially for those who are away from their homes as it was a chance to recollect the memories associated with their states, cultures and traditions. Ethnic day at CMRU gave a chance to relive those moments by remembering and going back to the roots of our diversity, said Mr. Dhanush, Student Coordinator. The event was attended by faculty members, staff, and students from across the university, creating a festive atmosphere on campus.

New Delhi, April 27, 2023: Cyboard School, a leading K-12 virtual school, announced today that it has achieved an impressive 4x growth in the current fiscal year, fueled by a significant increase in admissions across the country. The company anticipates achieving three times the growth in the coming years through strategic acquisitions and partnerships with various state governments and authorities. This growth is a testament to Cyboard School’s commitment to delivering quality education and innovative solutions to students across India.

As a frontrunner in the online education industry, Cyboard School has been dedicated to striving towards making quality education accessible to every child in the country. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, the school has consistently set high standards for itself. Looking towards the future, Cyboard School aims to deepen its presence in Tier 3 cities and rural India, extending its reach beyond urban locations by the year 2026.

Looking towards the future of education Rajat Singhal, Co-Founder of Cyboard School, emphasizes the need for change, stating that “In India, only 1% of students have access to quality education. Our affordable fee structure, on par with what 40-50% of students are already paying, we are aiming to enroll 3 million students in the next 7-8 years by capturing a significant market share in the $200 billion Indian education industry in the next 5 years. Cyboard School firmly believes that every student should have access to quality education. That’s why we actively seek partnerships with state governments to promote accessible, high-quality education and become India’s partner in achieving the UN’s SDG 4 goal. Our partnership aims to equip every student with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in life, and we are committed to making that a reality.”

Cyboard School invests in the latest technology and skill development by inculcating Design Thinking, Inquiry-Based Learning, and Creative Writing Skills in its students through STEM education.

Cyboard School is also looking to join hands with various NGOs to assist in reaching out to bright students who deserve the best education and skill enhancement but may lack access to quality schooling opportunities. This will enable Cyboard School to take quality education to the grass root level.

Through acquisitions, tie-ups, and partnering with authorities, Cyboard School is poised for exponential growth in outreach and business.

Mumbai/Goa April 2023: Admissions to Goa’s premier hospitality education Centre, the V.M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE),Manora- Raia, Goa have commenced for the academic year 2023-2024.

VMSIIHE, which is affiliated with Goa University and Supported by Marriott Inc – India Group, offers a range of degree programs in the field of hospitality, including a B.Sc. International Hospitality Management, B.Sc. Culinary Arts and M.Sc. International Hospitality and Tourism Management.

B.Sc. International Hospitality Management degree program is structured to help students develop a critical, analytical, and evaluative approach to Hospitality Management – The program offers a perfect combination of hospitality-driven academic learning, practical sessions, and strategic tie-up with the industry to give one the best foundation.

B.Sc. Culinary Arts Programme, provides in-depth exposure to diverse cuisines and gastronomic intricacies through renowned Indian and international faculty with extensive teaching and industry experience. Students can establish and evolve their own culinary concepts, even as the curriculum lays a strong emphasis on developing managerial and entrepreneurial skills in them, enabling students to find the motivation to improve their communication, problem-solving, time management, and teamwork abilities.

M.Sc. International Hospitality and Tourism Management Program is structured to meet the educational needs of young hospitality Graduates who aspire to be managers, entrepreneurs, educators, and other Professionals in business and in the industry

VMSIIHE’s annual round of admissions comes at a time when the hospitality industry in India witnessed a year-on-year growth of 169 percent in recruitment according to a survey by Naukri.com and the projection for the upcoming years as far as recruitment in the hospitality sector is concerned, is expected to increase further.

VMSIIHE has a long-standing association with international and domestic hospitality majors, making it one of the leading hospitality institutes in India. The full-time program offered by VMSIIHE is designed to equip young hotel management students with intensive practical training and honing of necessary skills, with a special focus on the development of personality, professional attitude, and leadership qualities, which are signatures of outstanding industry professionals.

The institute has the distinct advantage of already working with Turismo de Portugal, the Portuguese government’s official tourism agency along with the Swiss Education Group (SEG)- Cesar Ritz Colleges & Culinary Arts Academy for internship, placements, and higher education options. VMSIIHE is also a member of EuroChrie, EU Chambers, India, and the Hotel and Restaurant Association (H&RA). As a member, it provides the institute with internships, placement, and curriculum support from industry professionals associated with these organizations.

As part of the MoU with Turismo de Portugal, students keen to embark on an international education-related adventure are offered an opportunity to visit Portugal through an exchange program. VMSIIHE also offers professional internships at reputed starred hotels in India and abroad, including JW Marriott Marquis – Dubai, Taj Coral Reef Resort & Spa – Maldives, Ritz-Carlton Penha Longa, Martinhal Family Resorts, Portalegre Palace Hotel, Marriott B&G – Portugal, Lake Resort B&G in Portugal, Grand Hyatt – Kochi, Taj Exotica – Goa, Crowne Plaza Hotels & Resorts – Kuwait and many more.

VMSIIHE offers 100 percent placement assistance to its graduates, with students having the opportunity to go through selection rounds for management trainee and other positions at renowned hotel chains such as The Taj, The Oberoi, Hilton, Marriott, and Hyatt, to name a few. Further, VMSIIHE students are selected for management trainee positions in prestigious hotels in Portugal, as well as in leading hotel brands in Portugal, Switzerland, the United States, Ireland, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar.

The Institute is located in the idyllic village of Raia in South Goa and the campus, spread over six acres, is ideally suited for nurturing students keen on developing themselves as hotel management professionals and industry leaders of the future. The campus includes a fully-functional five-star training hotel with a grand lobby area and reception, well-appointed guest rooms, a training kitchen, a restaurant with banqueting facilities, air-conditioned hostels with attached baths, a gymnasium, a swimming pool, sports, and recreational facilities

24 April 2023, DELHI: Genesis Global School, a premier day-cum-residential school in Noida today helped organize a panel discussion cum workshop on the Implementation of NEP in IPSC member schools at the India Habitat Centre, Lodhi Road. The Panel Discussion cum workshop was inaugurated by Mr. Anurag Tripathi, IRPS, Secretary, Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). Various Dignitaries of CBSE and Principals from 25 IPSC member schools across the country attended the workshop.

The event highlighted the need of implementing NEP policies in the Indian education system and pondered over identifying and solving the obstacles to its implementation.

While opening the event, Mr. Anurag Tripathi, IRPS, Secretary, Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) said, ” The NEP has been studied, reviewed, and analyzed for the last 3 years now, with the needs of the future generations changing, the NEP is designed as a Competency and Skill based Education program.

Skills of the 21st century are broadly categorized into learning skills, literacy, and life skills.

Each strand covers topics like communication, creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. Literacy Skills include information, media, and technology and Life Skills to inculcate flexibility, leadership, initiative, and productivity along with social skills.

All school leaders are now expected to be beacons of this process and drivers of the program by making changes to the curriculum, the pedagogy, and the assessment processes. “

Some of the dignitaries present in the discussion were Dr. Sanyam Bhardwaj, Controller of Examination, CBSE; Dr. Biswajit Saha, Director, Skill Education, CBSE; Dr. Joseph Emmanuel, Director Academics, CBSE; Dr. Ram Shankar, Director, Training, CBSE; Mr. Manoj Srivastava, Director, Sp. Exams, CBSE; Mr. Antriksh Johri, Director, IT, CBSE

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Pramod Sharma, Vice President, Genesis Global School and President of IPSC Trust said, “The NEP policy is a visionary step towards ensuring accessibility of quality education to all and heavily focuses on inclusive model of education. We at GGS believe that its implementation will re-strengthen our already existing education system. India is riding on a wave of growth and development and there is no doubt that we are heading toward a very bright future. But in order to capitalize on it, we will have to raise our education standards. Genesis Global School (GGS) welcomes the National Education Policy and looks forward towards the implementation of the same”.

Further to it, he added, “We are hopeful that this workshop will help in clearing the doubts regarding the implementation of NEP in IPSC member schools”.

Gurugram: KIIT World School observed Earth Day to remind pupils of their responsibilities to ‘Mother Nature.’ The “Go-Green” initiative was implemented as part of environmental education to engage the entire school community in creating a better, greener, and sustainable future. The school also hosted a workshop on recycling newspapers organized by Hindustan Times.

On the occasion of Earth Day, a myriad of activities were conducted in the classes. Pre-primary students dressed as earth, trees, and natural resources, and gave useful messages to protect the planet whereas students from third to sixth participated in poster-making and pot-decorating activities. Students also created several useful items using discarded items and waste materials, such as handbags from jeans fabric. Along with this, they participated in activities such as litter picking, planting saplings, and creating bird feeders. At the workshop, students were taught how to manufacture paper envelopes and griddle bags from old newspapers during the session, as well as the significance of these items.

Neelima Kamrah, Principal of KIIT World School, advised the students to conserve trees, preserve them, plant numerous plants and trees, and safeguard our flora, fauna, and wildlife. Further, she said, “KIIT World School has long been an environmentally conscious school, and we have always sought to include sustainable practices into our curriculum and surroundings. As we mark Earth Day, each student has been enlightened to the importance of protecting the environment and becoming responsible and conscious global citizens through numerous activities.”

India’s leading online academia The Class of One(TCO1) organized a Baisakhi celebratory event on 14th April for middle and senior wing students. The aim of the Baisakhi celebration was to make students aware of the importance and essence of the Baisakhi festival and how intrinsic it is to Indian culture. The students learned that Baisakhi is known by multiple names in different states of India like Pohela Boishakh, Bohag Bihu, Puthandu, Ugadi, and Pooram Vishu the event.

The spring-harvest festival, Baisakhi is celebrated with special food, dresses, and rituals, all of which were communicated to students effortlessly.

The students were also quizzed and asked to identify the map of different Indian states. The student who gave the answer first was felicitated.

Commenting on the event, Divya Jain, Founder & Director, of The Class of One, said, “Through our event, we attempted to educate students about the cultural importance of the Baisakhi festival. It was also an effort to connect students to their roots. We were elated to see the enthusiastic participation of children.”

India’s premier online academia, The Class of One (TCO1), recently organized a Talent Show, “I am Ingenious – Talent Show”, for its primary school students from Standard 3rd to 5th. The students showcased their in-born and precocious talents in dance, vocal and instrumental music, painting, dramatics, poem recitation, public speaking and stand-up comedy. All the students participated in the program. They performed on Classical, Semi-Classical, Folk, and Patriotic music convivially.

The Talent Show professed richness and variety. Children displayed their unparalleled talent in playing a variety of wind, percussion, and string instruments like keyboard, Guitar, etc. Much to everyone’s amazement, the children also exhibited their skills in Acrobats, Karate, Martial Arts performance, shlokas recitation, and some magic tricks.

“We are immensely proud of all the participants and grateful to the parents who accompanied their children and supported them throughout the event. Young children have an ocean of hidden talent amongst them and we at The Class of One, believe in letting our budding enthusiasts come forward and shine. This activity provided limitless opportunities for the creative minds of TCO1. The talent show indeed proved to be a wonderful platform for the students to empower students to attain ingenuity, foster creativity and enhance their innate potential.”, Divya Jain, Founder, and Director, The Class of One.

The Talent Show participants received roaring applause from the audience, which gave them validation and recognition. ‘The Class of One has always endorsed equal importance to academics and extra-curricular activities which contributes in the all-rounder development of a child’s disposition and capabilities.” she added.

New Delhi, April 22: The last date of online applications for admission to five PG Diploma courses at the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) has been extended from April 19, 2023, to May 5, 2023. Admissions will be done through the Central University Entrance Test (CUET), which will be conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA). Aspirants can apply online at https://cuet.nta.nic.in/.

Admission to various courses will be subsequently held through a counselling process. Details of the same would be available in the IIMC Prospectus shortly. Admissions incharge Prof. Rakesh Goswami said that the entrance examination paper will have 100 questions, all of which will be mandatory. Question paper will be divided into two parts – Part A will have 25 questions based on language comprehension/verbal ability, general awareness, mathematical/quantitative ability and analytical skills; Part B will have 75 questions based on subject specific knowledge and will cover the following topics:

1. General Awareness of Indian Political and Economic Environment

2. International Developments (Political & Entertainment)

3. Awareness of Current Public Issues

4. Indian History & Social Science

5. Information Communication Technologies and its application in Media Industry

6. Mass Media & Society

Prof. Goswami said that students who have filled the CUET form earlier and did not opt for IIMC can opt for Indian Institute of Mass Communication when the correction window opens from May 6 to 8. If a student has previously opted for one of the courses affiliated to IIMC and now wants to opt for any other course, he can do the same during the opening of the correction window.

In the CUET (PG) information booklet, IIMC’s courses have been bunched under the ‘Common’ category and the question paper code is COQP17. The test paper codes of different courses at IIMC are at serial Nos. 1043 to 1047. Candidates are advised to keep visiting the NTA/IIMC website for latest updates.

Eligibility Criteria

He added candidates who have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized university can apply for admissions to the IIMC. Students who have appeared/are appearing for Final year/semester examination of their Bachelor’s Degree are also eligible to apply. If selected, their admission will be subject to their producing at least a Provisional marks-sheet/Certificate in original from their college/university latest by 30th September 2023, (extendable in genuine cases after ascertaining the reasons). On completion of the course, the Diploma will be awarded only if the Original Degree Certificate is produced for verification at IIMC office.

Age Limit

General Category candidates should be born on or after 1.8.1998 (maximum 25 years as on 1st August 2023). For OBC category, date of birth should be 1.8.1995 or later (28 years as on 1st August 2023). For SC/ST/PwD candidates, the date of birth should be 1.8.1993 or later (maximum 30 years as on 1st August 2023).

20 April 2023: Education ties between New Zealand and India are set to strengthen following one of Education New Zealand’s biggest events of the year, the India-New Zealand Education Week. Starting on 17th April 2023, this week will encourage a dialogue on research while fostering innovation culture exchange and cooperation in the context of international education. The week-long activities included a series of engagements between New Zealand and Indian institutions and academics.

Demonstrating New Zealand’s overall commitment to India, New Zealand has announced an investment of NZ$ 400K towards internationalization and student mobility initiatives. These include further engagement with the New Zealand Centre at IIT Delhi to include fellowship grants and the re-launch of the partial scholarships under the New Zealand Excellence Awards.

The New Zealand Excellence Awards (NZEA) is a unique scholarship scheme designed exclusively for Indian students. The awards are jointly funded by Education New Zealand and all eight New Zealand universities. Since the launch of the scholarship in 2016, it has supported over 200 Indian students to pursue their overseas studies at world class universities in New Zealand.

Speaking at the event, Education New Zealand’s Chief Executive, Grant McPherson said, “New Zealand’s education system is future focussed and multicultural, offering students an opportunity to earn work ready degrees.”

“India is one of New Zealand’s priority partner countries for collaborations, exchanges and student mobility. We are excited that today’s announcements around the New Zealand Centre and the launch of the New Zealand Excellence Award scholarships demonstrate our commitment to India as an education partner.” Added Mr McPherson.

Adding to this, IIT Delhi spokesperson, Prof. James Gomes, Dean International added, “The New Zealand Centre embodies IIT Delhi’s efforts to embrace internationalisation, providing opportunities for new research collaboration and global exposure for our students. The first round of jointly funded Research Collaboration, awarded in 2022, has helped foster collaborative, sustainable and self-supporting research programmes.”

“Today’s Memorandum of Understanding has further enhanced the partnership and cooperation in research, teaching and fellowships between India and New Zealand and provides an opportunity to explore other innovative ventures,” added Prof. Gomes.

The announcements were made at a media roundtable session hosted at the New Zealand High Commission in the presence of: HE. David Pine, New Zealand High Commissioner to India, Grant McPherson, Chief Executive, Education New Zealand; Prof. Alister Jones, Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor, University of Waikato, and Dr. Erik Lithander, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Strategic Engagement the University of Auckland.

Media Roundtable – Alister Jones, Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor, University of

Waikato; HE David Pine, New Zealand High Commissioner to India; Grant Mcpherson, Chief Executive, Education New Zealand; Erik Lithander, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Strategic Engagement

University of Auckland

The India-New Zealand Education Week has senior-level attendance from all 8 universities in New Zealand and focuses on high-level engagement between New Zealand universities and Indian institutions and partners.

The visiting senior delegates and academics from New Zealand universities include:

• Guy Littlefair, Pro Vice Chancellor, Auckland University of Technology
• Annie Goh, International Director, Lincoln University
• Christopher Gan, Head of Department Financial & Business System, Lincoln University
• Christopher Carey, Executive Director Global Engagement, Massey University
• Gaurab Sen Gupta, Deputy HOD Food & Advanced Technology, Massey University
• Erik Lithander, Deputy Vice Chancellor, Strategic Engagement University of Auckland
• Alister Jones, Senior Deputy Vice-Chancellor, University of Waikato
• Graham Wise, Director of International Development, University of Canterbury
• Anthony Ballantyne, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, University of Otago
• Blair McRae, Deputy Vice-Chancellor Victoria University of Wellington
• Vasso Koutsos, Deputy Director of International Marketing & Recruitment University of Auckland

All the New Zealand universities have India based/responsible staff, who are also accompanying the delegation during the NZ-India week, these include:

• Fatima Sayed-Naqvi, Recruitment Manager Auckland University of Technology
• Linda Oostenrijk, Recruitment Manager, Massey University
• Ashish Suri, Recruitment Manager, University of Waikato
• Mohammed Hussain, University of Canterbury
• Victoria McEniery, Otago University
• Ankit Mehta, Victoria University of Wellington