PROFESSIONAL SKILLS PROJECT

CENTRE FOR PROFESSIONAL

Brochure
India is one of the worlds 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
countrys 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, 2012.

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
Womens 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
Dates: From 4th June 2012 to 16th July 2012
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

16th July 2012

August 2012

Director
Campus of Open Learning

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

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(University of Delhi)
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