5 specialised management courses in the UK for career growth

5 specialised management courses in the UK for career growth

In the ever-evolving landscape of business and management education, the United Kingdom stands as a hub for specialised courses beyond the traditional MBA. While an MBA is highly valued, numerous specialised management courses offer in-depth knowledge and expertise in niche fields. Here are five specialised management courses in the UK that offer unique insights and … Read more

UGC approves draft framework for curriculum for PG courses

UGC approves draft framework for curriculum for PG courses

The University Grants Commission (UGC) will soon bring out a curriculum for postgraduate courses. The draft framework for the curriculum was approved by the UGC earlier this month and the UGC plans to invite feedback from various stakeholders on it. The curriculum, in line with the National Education Policy (NEP), offers flexibility to students to … Read more

Anna University to offer B. Voc, BE integrated training courses

Anna University to offer B. Voc, BE integrated training courses

  Anna University has launched two undergraduate vocational courses – B. Voc in Logistics Management and B. Voc in Footwear Manufacturing. The three-year courses are being offered in association with the faculty and industry experts from the respective industry sectors.   Candidates who have graduated from Class XII from either academic or vocational streams can … Read more

Fee hike for AYUSH courses draws flak

Fee hike for AYUSH courses draws flak

The State government’s decision to hike fees for AYUSH courses has come under criticism. While condemning the move, the All India Democratic Students’ Organisation (AIDSO) in Mysuru said the course fee under the government quota in private colleges has been hiked from ₹60,000 to ₹75,000. The increase in fee by 25% is nothing but “anti-student … Read more

Are “poor quality” courses in the U.K. impacting Indian students?

Are “poor quality” courses in the U.K. impacting Indian students?

A graduate adjusts his mortar board outside the Sheldonian Theatre after a graduation ceremony at Oxford University, in Oxford, Britain | Photo Credit: REUTERS/Hannah McKay An increasing number of Indian students are heading to the United Kingdom (U.K.), but the number of those who manage to stay in that country by securing jobs or pursuing … Read more

Applications invited for CIFNET courses

Applications invited for CIFNET courses

  The Central Institute of Fisheries, Nautical and Engineering Training (CIFNET), has called for applications for residential trade courses for the academic year 2023-24.  Applications are invited for vessel navigator and marine fitter trade courses approved by the Directorate General of Employment and Training and affiliated to the National Council for Vocational Training. The courses are … Read more

IS conspiracy: 5 techies planned to pursue robotics courses to carry out terror attacks in India

IS conspiracy: 5 techies planned to pursue robotics courses to carry out terror attacks in India

The site where some youths carried out a trial blast in Shivamogga district of Karnataka in September 2022. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT The National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed its first supplementary chargesheet on June 30 against nine persons in the Islamic State (IS) conspiracy case of Shivamogga district in Karnataka. The accused had carried … Read more

Calicut varsity trying for NCTE approval for physical education courses

Calicut varsity trying for NCTE approval for physical education courses

Authorities at the University of Calicut are trying to get back National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) approval for their physical education courses. Senior officials at the university told The Hindu on Monday that an application for the purpose had already been submitted online. A list of teachers and their professional details as required by … Read more

Three-month vocational courses

Three-month vocational courses

The Centre for Continuing Education, Government Polytechnic College, Ezhukone, has invited applications for various three-month vocational courses. AutoCAD, Aluminium Fabrication, Mobile Phone Technology and Beautician are the courses offered. Application forms are available at the Centre for Continuing Education office and the last date for accepting applications is March 15. For more details, contact 9496846522.   … Read more

DGCA approves courses for drone pilot training at Raxa Academy

DGCA approves courses for drone pilot training at Raxa Academy

Representational file image. Photo: Handout The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has approved drone pilot training courses at Raxa Academy, which will include simulator and hands-on equipment training and making individuals ready for the upcoming technology.  Raxa Security Solutions Ltd, a security company of the GMR Airports Infrastructure Limited, announced the launch of the … Read more