Category: Education

EduSkills & AICTE Virtual Internships Support by Global Corporates

New Delhi, August 27: “The progress of a nation is directly proportional to the progress of its youth.”

On account of AICTE Internship Day, Chairman AICTE Prof. Anil D. Sahasrabudhe launched the virtual internship program offered by EduSkills, AICTE and the Ministry of Education (MoE). 5,00,000 internships will be offered to the students of Engineering colleges & polytechnics, and it’s supported by Global Corporates like Amazon Web Services, Juniper Networks, Blue Prism, Palo Alto Networks, Red Hat, and Celonis.

This campaign is a contribution to our Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for our nation. He has plans to provide one crore internships in different skills by 2025.

This program is the accelerator for this incredible mission to empower the youth of India with the right resources to excel in their career.

This program aims to provide 5 Lakh internships in various employable courses designed and developed by global corporates.

It will provide an integrated and immersive learning environment for students to be equipped with relevant skills and get hands-on experience in industrial settings under the professional guidance of seasoned industry experts.

The youth of today are the builders of the nation of tomorrow. Along with the Ministry of Education and AICTE, EduSkills intends to create an industry-ready workforce of professionals who will eventually become leaders in emerging industries. We are providing our talented young minds with the best learning and skill-enhancing opportunities to make them assets to the nation’s workforce.

EduSkills will provide these internships in cutting edge technologies such as Cloud, Cybersecurity, Robotic Process Automation (RPA), Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning, Linux Automation and Networking in collaboration with their industry partners.

Prof Anil D. Sahasrabudhe, Chairman, AICTE, said, “Gyanam, Vigyanam, and Uddhmita makes education complete. Internships like these are the need of the hour. I strongly believe that initiatives like these could revolutionize the educational sector in India. I hope programs like these could help India to emerge as a 5 trillion economy and fulfil the dream of our honourable PM Shri Narendra Modi Ji.”

Prof. Purnia, Vice Chairman, AICTE, said, “When we spoke to industry experts, they said that when the knowledge imparted in educational institutions and their expectations of the students as professionals are compared, there is a misalignment. Hence, we are revamping the education that they receive through these internships for value-based education that meets global industry standards.”

Dr. Chandrasekhar Buddha, CCO, AICTE, said, “Our country has so many opportunities, but there is a disconnect between the knowledge and skills required. Our thought process is to skill, reskill, and connect young minds to the industry with real-time projects. We are trying to give equal opportunities to students from urban as well as rural areas by offering internships in fields like agriculture”.

Mr Shubhajit Jagdev, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), EduSkills, said, “We are focused on creating a value-added skilling process for the current higher education ecosystem and aim to create impact by paving the paths of career development through the latest technical skill training for the students.”

Benefits of doing the internships:

Through this program, we aim to prepare a skilled workforce to meet new-age industry demands and also to create good job opportunities.

Students will get access to the enterprise level LMS platform and a fully-equipped hands-on lab.

Projects will be assigned to students, and upon completion of the program, students will be awarded an internship certificate.

The internship opportunity is available to all branches & all year students of Engineering colleges and Polytechnics. Students can apply through the AICTE Internship portal:  https://internship.aicte-india.org/

About EduSkills:

EduSkills (https://eduskillsfoundation.org/) is a non-profit organization that enables an Industry 4.0 ready digital workforce in India. Our vision is to fill the gap between academia and industry by ensuring world-class curriculum access to our faculties and students. Our three-pronged engine targets social and business impact by working holistically on Education, Employment and Entrepreneurship.

Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], August 31: Sandpiper Visas, one of the most trusted names in immigration consultancy, has now rolled out end to end support, including telephonic assessment to professionals aiming to move abroad.

The service will prove to be a boon for individuals eyeing residency by investment in European countries, Canada or Australia. The new support services will cover queries for permanent residence visas and students who wish to study abroad.

While the ongoing Covid19 lockdown has shut all gates to migrate to other countries, it will soon be a thing of the past. Life is expected to return to normalcy once a significant chunk of the global population is vaccinated. The economy worldwide will start improving, and foreign countries like Canada and Australia will begin welcoming potential immigrants with open arms.

Getting a PR Visa to Canada or Australia may come as a daunting task for many. However, if you ensure that you fulfil the eligibility criteria before submitting your application, it will be a smooth ride. Despite the Covid-19 lockdown, we have provided the seamless availability of our service of free assessment and consultation by phone and video calls.

”The services offered by Sandpiper Visas can be conveniently availed from the comfort of your home. We offer comprehensive support with all the necessary paperwork and documentation to address your queries regarding PR visas, Student visas, Investment visas and Dependent visas,” said Mr Vinaykumar, Chief Immigration Consultant, Sandpiper Visas.

”Our services come with a high success rate to ensure you reach your goal in the quickest way possible. The virus might be here to stay for some more time, but it can’t prevent you from making your dream come true,” added Mr Vinaykumar.

About Sandpiper Visas

Sandpiper Visas is an immigration consultancy firm that handles all aspects of International relocation to countries like Canada, Australia, the UK, the USA, New Zealand, and the UAE. We are an end-to-end service that makes it hassle-free to obtain Visa, be it a permanent residency (PR) visa, visitor visa, work visa, student visa, business visa, or even a dependent visa.

For more information, visit: https://www.sandpipervisas.com

The survey shows Australia and India are similarly ranked in students’ choice of preferred country of study.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 30: In a survey conducted with over 6600 students from grades 9-12, 82% of the respondents agree that career counseling is important in high school, reveals the 2021 IC3 Institute Student Quest Survey report.

The survey, conducted in June-July 2021, in collaboration with Shiv Nadar University, Delhi-NCR, examines the dynamics of students’ decision-making process for higher education. More than 6600 students between grades 9 and 12 from 2000 schools across India and South Asia responded to the survey.

The report suggests that students begin thinking about their career and related job prospects early – in high school itself. 71% of the students have already started thinking about their future employment. The top three factors in choosing a university include the institution’s placement record, rankings, and program design. Ranked fourth was fees, followed by location and the quality of faculty members. Interestingly, the quality of faculty as a factor for choosing a university was low-ranked by students in grades 9 and 10, while students in grades 11 and 12 ranked the quality of faculty significantly higher. When choosing a particular program, three factors seem to be most significant: about 35% of the respondents said that they would choose a program based on their interests, 27% favored future job prospects, and 21% per cent give the highest importance to their own perceived strength in a particular area of study. 32% of the students who preferred to study abroad favored the U.S., followed by the U.K. and Canada (20% and 16%, respectively). Following the top three countries, Australia and India are similarly ranked in students’ choice of preferred country of study.

“As educators, we are all striving hard each day to make the best possible support available to our students, both in the classroom and beyond. How these students are guided today, how they take decisions, what factors influence those decisions will really shape their educational and professional choices in the coming years. The choices of our future leaders will determine the talent and human capital this world will have, defining where we are headed as a global community. Taking a data-centric approach and asking students themselves how they want to be supported is critical to informing and developing the best practices of career counseling support in schools. The 2021 IC3 Institute Student Quest survey findings bring forth useful information for all stakeholders- schools, universities, industries, and policymakers”, says Ganesh Kohli, Founder, IC3 Movement & Chair, Board of Trustees, IC3 Institute.

About IC3 Institute

The IC3 Institute is a mission-driven nonprofit that brings together high schools, colleges and universities, and industry to ensure early access to career and college counseling, paving the path for students’ college readiness, workforce preparedness, and career success. The IC3 Institute’s core programming with high schools is supported by a global network of subject matter and industry experts who volunteer their time as faculty members in the IC3 Institute, as well as world-class and innovative higher education institutions who support the IC3 Institute by offering their campuses, faculty, and infrastructure while also guiding the programming and curricula of the institute. The IC3 Institute also serves as a think tank and thought leader on global higher education and career readiness through convenings of experts and timely research.

About Shiv Nadar University, National Capital Region (NCR):

Shiv Nadar University is a student-centric, multidisciplinary and research-focused university offering a wide range of academic programs at the Undergraduate, Masters and Doctoral levels. The University was set up in 2011 by the Shiv Nadar Foundation, a philanthropic foundation established by Mr. Shiv Nadar, founder of HCL. The University is in the quest to become a globally acclaimed center for learning and innovation in the fields of Engineering, Natural Sciences, Humanities & Social Sciences, and Management. The core of the University consists of a select, world-class faculty with doctoral and postdoctoral experiences from ranked universities all over the world.

The coaches are alumni of leading universities and give a significant fillip to UpGuide’s existing team of international education specialists.

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 30: UpGuide, a leading tech-based platform that assists students and professionals to secure admission in leading universities in the US, the UK, Canada, Europe, and elsewhere, to put them on the right career path, is gearing up for the big league.

Having already helped thousands and students gain admissions in Ivy League universities such as Harvard, Yale, Cornell, besides Oxford, Cambridge, and other top-notch universities through its curated network of coaches, UpGuide is now looking to assist many more students in realising their dream of overseas education.

UpGuide has significantly bolstered its resources by bringing on board more than 100 coaches across countries to work with students and professionals and help them prepare for PhD, MBA, MS, MSc, BBA, BSc, and numerous other top-rated and in-demand courses.

These 100 coaches, mostly of Indian origin, are alumni of leading universities and work in the US, the UK, Canada, Europe, and other popular international education destinations. The new coaches give a significant fillip to UpGuide’s existing team comprising international education specialists.

“Lack of quality coaching and mentoring is a key issue in the overseas education consultancy. In spite of paying through the nose, students end up selecting poor colleges because the coaching they received was not up to the mark. UpGuide believes in hiring only the very best and qualified coaches, who themselves have experience in international studies, to ensure students get the highest quality of guidance and mentoring,” says Rishika Maheshwari, Director and Head Marketing at UpGuide.

UpGuide offers students the chance to choose from over 30,000 programmes offered in hundreds of universities and is a one-stop solution for the correct guidance for overseas education opportunities. The UpGuide team assists aspiring students with variables including courses, scholarships, exam modules, colleges, etc. It helps them create a stellar resume and write a stand-out statement of purpose/essay.

The UpGuide team helps students prepare for GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, SAT, ACT, IELTS, and other exams students need to clear before becoming eligible for admission in universities overseas.

UpGuide also assists in machine learning and Artificial Intelligence-based university selection, personalised mentoring and counseling, college interview preparation, auto-application generation for chosen college, visa, loans, and accommodation, to ensure the whole process is smooth and hassle-free.

The platform is also introducing a technology to make the whole process of overseas education even more efficient. UpGuide has developed a technology that will allow students to get the correct assistance at every step of their journey to the University of their Dreams. The technology will facilitate selection of the right college based on the student’s profile, shortlist colleges through platform coaches, and also prepare them as per the college’s requirement,” said Arunav Gilotra, Product Director at UpGuide, and a computer science engineer from the University of Toronto.

Arunav said they would be filing for a patent for the technology soon.

“We understand the rapidly changing dynamics today and have ensured that each UpGuide student is getting nothing but best of services through tailored application strategy, globally renowned coaches and our technology,” adds Rohini Chauhan, Sr. Counsellor at UpGuide.

Pune, August 27: An expert and certified career counselor for international studies at India to International, a leading career counseling firm in Pune, predicts a 25 per cent increase in the number of applicants opting to study MBBS abroad compared to 2020. The number of applications for the exam NEET-UG received by NTA since its launch in 2017 has increased every year. This year we are seeing the same trend with students. The most significant factor that worries an applicant is the competition. From this year, the Government of India has decided to introduce 27% OBC reservation (Non-Creamy Layer) and 10% EWS reservation for 15% graduate seats (UG) in All India Quota (MBBS/BDS) (provided by states/UTs on Central Pool). Applicants who want to pursue MBBS studies in government institutions or at Pvt Institutions where the fee is affordable will face stiffer competition for these seats. Ultimately, some will not make it, and some will succeed. We have grown fond of those who fail to make it year after year, and we genuinely feel sorry for these families. These days, the NEET – UG exam has become a family affair. Everyone in the family of NEET aspirants is making sacrifices in one way or the other. India to International Counselors understands this severe problem for those who fail to make it. We want to educate all the candidates and their parents through this article that this is not the end of the road; we are among the dedicated professionals who help students with personal, emotional, and psychological problems while they try to pursue their dream careers. India to International is aware of this bitter reality that money is a crucial factor in the world and our times. As bad as it may sound, sometimes people have to compromise on their choice of studies if they cannot afford it. At India to International, our counselors motivate candidates and make them understand that while the money factor may influence their career choice, it should not be the only factor that makes them abandon their dream journey midway. If they are willing to put in the effort and make some minor adjustments, such as living far away from their hometown, they can still dream of becoming a successful doctor.

As a company, we offer admission to the best world-class universities around the world at Affordable Budget. Why does India International promote MBBS to study abroad? Firstly, the fee structure at universities abroad is very affordable compared to many Pvt Medical College or Deemed Universities in India. The universities we offer are mainly Govt. Universities in Russia, Ukraine, the Philippines, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Mauritius, Italy, Hungary, etc. Secondly, unlike in India, Universities/Institutes abroad provide students with state-of-the-art facilities for a holistic educational experience. Thirdly, universities have top-notch faculty members and offer internationally recognized degrees to the students to make a name for themselves in their field across the globe. Universities and colleges abroad also provide students with the highest level of security to feel at home in a foreign country. Fourth, many state universities abroad use English as the primary language of instruction and communication at medical schools to attract international students.

However, applicants should note that it is always an advantage to be proficient in the local language. Exposure of the research opportunities available to students in foreign universities is far greater than in India, even at the undergraduate level. Since the medical industry is global and well-connected, an MBBS graduate from abroad is not just limited to his home country but can also apply for various PG courses or entrance exams. What do we do? What is our mission? We take great care to offer college to different applicants, considering their learning style, budget, aptitude, and individual suitability for the weather. We also educate students on the importance of being aware that course durations vary from country to country. We also advise students on the choice of course based on duration and give them insights into the differences between a 4, 5, or 6-year MBBS program abroad with or without internships in India and abroad. We also ensure that all candidates choose the right accredited college. The NExT exam will be implemented in 2023 for Indian MBBS graduates and foreign medical graduates applying for licensure in India. We have Exclusive Tie-Ups with various reputed Indian Faculties /speakers, which will prepare our students for the NExT exam at the beginning of the fourth year. For more information on MBBS admission abroad, NExT exam, and Alumni support.

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“Behind every fine doctor, there is always a Sacrifice.”

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], August 25: The first day of the two-day 5th Annual International Career & College Counseling (IC3) Conference brought together 900 global delegates from various high schools, universities, and organizations for a collaborative dialogue on issues that drive sustainable and inclusive career counselling practices focused on student success. The conference was held at the Taj Palace in New Delhi in a limited capacity, in line with the Delhi government’s guidelines on in-person gatherings.

Roshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson, HCL Technologies and Trustee, Shiv Nadar Foundation, inaugurated the conference along with Shikhar Malhotra, Vice Chairman & CEO, HCL Healthcare and Trustee, Shiv Nadar Foundation. Held in a first-of-its-kind hybrid format, the conference gave participants the opportunity to decide how they want to engage – in-person in New Delhi or virtually from anywhere in the world.

Speaking about the success of the first day, Mr. Ganesh Kohli, Founder, IC3 Movement, said, “As we continue to adapt to an increasingly hybrid way of life, we are determined to bring genuine human engagement back. We are proud to lead our community “Onward”. This year’s hybrid conference is a grand experiment in bringing seamless and meaningful interactions between in-person and virtual attendees in the new hybrid world order. As the first-of-its-kind hybrid conference, the 5^th Annual IC3 Conference has been a unique experience, with seamless engagement and interactions between in-person and virtual attendees. The sessions are specially curated to bring new and unique insights about students’, high school, and university experiences in the past 18 months and the way forward. I am happy that we could bring together all the stakeholders in the education space for collaborative dialogue.”

Bearing in mind the developing higher education landscape in a post-COVID-19 world, the sessions at the conference explore the sub-themes of human connection in a hybrid world, ethics in career counselling and student recruitment practices, discovering higher education options in the home country, and aspirations, expectations, and experiences of all the stakeholders involved in the higher education choices that students make.

The Annual IC3 Conference is the largest annual gathering of IC3 (International Career & College Counseling) Movement‘s global network of school leadership, teachers and counsellors, top universities, and select approved educational organizations.

Aug 23: Every year, millions of students & professionals plan to study & work abroad. Moving to a new country or city, leaving family & friends behind, is extremely challenging for many.

The most common response to build a network from scratch is to join multiple social media groups or attend meetup events.

However, finding like-minded fellow aspirants travelling to the same school, local buddies who can lend support upon arrival & verified advisors who can offer unbiased & transparent abroad education consultation on existing social media platforms takes more than forever.

We are thus introducing ‘EDAPT’ – A dedicated social network for students and professionals intending to study and work abroad. The innovative and resourceful app connects you with like-minded people in a few swipes through smart matchmaking technology. It helps you build a strong multicultural network before stepping into the new country. You can also explore foreign schools, accommodations, meetups and events in no time.

These features ensure that students and professionals can arrive hassle-free in the new environment.
“The younger generation is tech-savvy and an early adopter of digital products. The youth want everything at their fingertips. They demand online products that make their work simpler & quicker, and hence there is an app for almost everything, may that be shopping, bill payments, hotel bookings, food ordering or anything else. With the EDAPT app, our aim is to offer them a perfect blend of networking, resources & marketplace to accelerate their study abroad journey. ”, says Walhekar.

A mobile-only platform, ‘EDAPT’ is available for both iOS & Android phones and has become a trusted choice for over 1.2 Lakh users within a short span.
The majority of the app users claim that they enjoy the overall app user experience. They say that the app helps them connect with all other international students who will be studying in the same school and in the same intake like them without any geographical boundaries, and that’s something new and exciting!

The reliable networking app maintains an overall rating of 4.8 on the Play Store & App Store.

Harshad Walhekar, founder and CEO of the EDAPT app, is also an Electrical engineer. He has five years of experience in the Sales and Marketing field. The Indian resident has studied & lived in Canada for four years. The young and inspiring entrepreneur has also been a part of YCombinator Startup School, NASSCOM 10K Startups, Founders Hub and IIM Kashipur FIED.

Visit the EDAPT website to learn more https://edaptapp.com/.

The University has offered the scholarship to support the global deficiency of doctors due to the Covid 19 pandemic

[Antigua and Barbuda] August 20: Situated on one of the most popular islands in the Eastern Caribbean, Metropolitan University College of Medicine Antigua (MUCM) offers a perfect blend of high-quality medical education and exemplary quality of life. At Metropolitan University College of Medicine Antigua, students are subjected to rigorous preparations in line with the best American practices in education to enable them to become exceptional doctors, serve humanity and build a better world together by offering healthcare services to those in need.

MUCM is a medical university located in the beautiful country of Antigua and Barbuda. Led by the Academic Dean – Prof (Dr.) George Turner, an Alumnus of the prestigious Johns Hopkins University, is the University’s mission to recruit, enrich, train, and develop intelligent and vibrant minds to become outstanding and progressive Medical Doctors who would leave their mark on the global stage of medical practitioners. MUCM is working religiously to bring hope and comfort to patients through research and the integration of strategies in order to prolong life through exceptional patient care coupled with community service.

MUCM delivers accredited medical programs that focus on student-centric delivery of the curriculum. The aim is to improve the global healthcare systems by developing well-trained global physicians capable of performing original research, becoming holistic doctors, and providing exceptional patient care. MUCM is recognized by the Ministry of Education, Government of Antigua and Barbuda, and the MD program is approved and registered with Antigua and Barbuda National Accreditation Board.MUCMalso provides undergraduate and professional graduate courses of international merit in the medical and allied health sciences.

As part of their CSR initiative, the Metropolitan University College of Medicine has responded to the worldwide shortage of medical professionals by offering a special Covid-19study package with up to 50% scholarships based on merit and means to deserving candidates studying at Metropolitan University College of Medicine.MUCM invites one and all to be a part of this rewarding experience, one that shall last many generations. Students, Teachers and parents are welcome to Contact MUCM officials to schedule a visit and talk to one of the University admission personnel.

Through this path-breaking initiative, MUCM aims to assist 1000 students across the globe who are unable to continue their education to gain access to the state-of-the-art facilities of MUCM and personalized care.

Surat, August 19: Depicting the role of the Freedom Fighters, IDT students under the mentorship of IDT faculty members Aarushi Upreti, Sakshi Pahariya and Tapan Rawal celebrated “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav” at Surat Airport. Through attractions like 3D banner, rangoli and a lively dance performance, IDT students grabbed the attention of the passengers at the airport.

IDT students intricately created the fighters’ faces through rangoli colours and showcased the powerful slogans given by them. The rangoli also showcased support for P.M. Modi’s “Bharat Jodo Andolan” through closed fists representing a united “India”. IDT students Binny Sharma,  Harshita Rawat, Khushi Mohata, Shakshi Sancheti, Nimisha Ramani, Priya Shah, Lakshya Rathi, Roshni Raj, Keshvi Kabariya and Tanishka Dang undertook this project.

A 3D banner created by IDT students was also displayed on Surat Airport, showcasing the heroes of the freedom struggle. The freedom fighters came to life on the tricolour using 3D elements like thermocol, fabric, thread, etc. IDT Fashion students Monisha Dariyani, Vidhi Jain, Shruti Bhandari, Bushra Banu, Karina Rawal, displayed their creative skills through this display.

A tribute was also paid to these heroes of the independence struggle through a dance performance that captivated the travellers. Through a representation of the hanging of Bhagat Singh and various formations, the performers Khushi Jain, Nishka Narang, Nidhi Sharma, Gauri Sahetya, Neha Singh, Upasana Balchandani were able to awaken patriotism in the hearts of the viewers.

Aman Saini, Director of Surat Airport, applauds the enthusiasm of IDT students. Anupam Goyal, Director of IDT, thanks Surat Airport for providing its students with this wonderful opportunity to be a part of these celebrations of 75th Independence Day.

New Delhi, Aug 19: Unhappy with the 10th and 12th  results of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), private schools and students staged a dharna on Wednesday at the CBSE headquarters in Preet Vihar, Delhi. This demonstration was held under the National Independent Schools Alliance (NISA). NISA has demanded that CBSE take responsibility for this result drawn under the substandard system so that tomorrow the students do not curse the schools.

More than 150 school owners from various states and all the students of Delhi participated in this demonstration. NISA National President Kulbhushan Sharma said that there is a lot of anger among teachers, students, and parents regarding the tabulation formula made for preparing CBSEs 10th and 12th class results. Due to this result, the problems of the school administration and school operators have increased. Students and their parents are asking questions about their future and career. Therefore, NISA has demanded from CBSE that they should take full responsibility for their board results themselves.

All the school owners and students demonstrated this demand on Wednesday at the CBSE Headquarters in Preet Vihar by holding a symbolic protest. Many students say that this result declared through CBSE has ruined both their future and career. Due to this, now neither the school will run, nor the students will be saved. Therefore, CBSE will have to take full responsibility for this poor result itself.

According to NISA President Kulbhushan Sharma, under the tabulation policy of CBSE, the scope of giving numbers to the children of schools has been limited, and there is no such restriction in the state board. Under which the number of children is high in the state board, and the number of middle and low-grade children who appeared in the CBSE examination has remained low, which is a gross injustice to these children and their parents. NISA also raised its voice for the safety of teachers. Also demanded the representation of private schools from all over the country in the CBSE governing body.