PROFESSIONAL SKILLS PROJECT CENTRE FOR PROFESSIONAL Brochure

India is one of the world s fastest growing economies. With the boom time in the Indian industry has also come the need for skilled workforce. Currently the skill gap and availability of workforce to bridge this skill gap is one of the biggest threats to the country s progress. All high-growth segments of the industry - Automobiles, Retail, Software Development, Media, Healthcare, Hospitality, etc. are facing a skill gap challenge and the need for skilled workforce is rising. To cater to the growing needs of these industry segments, University of Delhi in collaboration with CII (Confederation of Indian Industry) has launched certificate programs for the students of Delhi University. These programs aim to enable-students to acquire functional skills required in the specific domains. The focus on job-oriented skills is brought about using advanced delivery methodologies including case studies, interactions with domain experts, case simulations and real-life hands-on experience. The duration of each course shall be six months. The 4 month class- room training will be followed by 2 - months of internship period with the relevant industry. Post completion of the internship, the deserving students will be assisted for placement offers with suitable organisations. The students taking these courses will be eligible to join relevant sectors of industry and have better chances of employability. Based on their performance during the compulsory internship with the industry, chances of employability may increase manifold. Besides, some reimbursement of fee in the form of stipend may be given to deserving candidates- during internship. HIGHLIGHTS Industry validated content and methodology of training Experienced faculty State of Art lab facility for each course 1 to 1 computer lab Industrial internship to deserving candidates Assistance in placement for qualifying candidates

COURSES: There are three certificate programs, jointly certified by CII and the University of Delhi being offered at the Campus of Open Learning. (The course cost includes students learning material.)

1. Software Application Development The course equips the learner about the latest software tools and technologies. This course covers Java and .NET to create packaged or customized applications in the software development domain. Along with these software applications, the course covers professional skills like customer service, personal grooming, English conversation and work productivity tools. This course provides career opportunities in programming, testing, database management or website development. * Total cost of this course: Rs.24, 500/-

2. Retail Management This course is one of the most popular courses amongst students who want to join the growing and dynamic retail industry. This course covers relevant areas of retail store operations such as types of stores, store planning- design- layout, retail value chain and e retailing. It also covers soft skills such as effective communication and customer handling to enable smooth operations in a retail environment at an entry-level position. The course also comprises modules on customer service, client interaction, sales, English conversation and work productivity tools. This certification gives the learner opportunities in retail and customer-service related industries. Total cost of this course: Rs. 16,500/-

3. Automobile Service And Management. This course equips learners with technical knowledge in the field of auto spares/component sales and services. It also trains them as Auto Advisors/ Consultants in retail operations such that they understand the technical details and are able to highlight the benefits of a particular product. This course also includes modules of soft skills, such as effective communication and customer handling to ensure success in the job role. This certification helps to build a career in automobile service and related industries. Additionally, the learner can choose to become a writer on automobiles with magazines/newspapers or host programmes on the latest automobile technologies. * Total cost of this course: Rs. 16,500/The classes are held at Keshav Puram Centre, Campus of Open Learning, University of Delhi and will commence from August, 2011.

Eligibility

Eligibility All students of the colleges and departments of University of Delhi are eligible to apply for these courses. Students of School of Open Learning (SOL) and Non-Collegiate Women s Education Board (NCWEB), University of Delhi, will be given preference. How to apply The brochure along with application form will be available at the following Address: Campus of Open Learning Centre, OR School of Open Learning, C-2, Keshav Puram, 5, Cavalry Lane, Delhi - 110 035 Delhi-110 007

Timings: 10.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. on all working days. The application forms can also be downloaded from the University website www.du.ac.in and from the CII website www.cii.in (Please follow the link: Home>> Policy >> Sectoral Policy >> Services Sector >>Education) Completed application forms along with the bank draft of Rs. 100/-, drawn in favor of Registrar, University of Delhi, may be deposited at the above addresses. Selection criteria All eligible applicants will have to appear for a simple screening test and the decision of the University of Delhi will be final. Important Dates:

Last date for registration Commencement of the course

15th July 2011 August 2011

Director Campus of Open Learning

* Note: The amount shown as the total cost is tentative and likely to change as per the requirements.

Campus of Open Learning (University of Delhi) Keshav Puram Application Form

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