Postgraduate Diploma Programs Offered

1. Postgraduate Diploma in Early Childhood Education
2. Postgraduate Diploma in Educational Assessments
3. Postgraduate Diploma in Teaching Children with Learning Disabilities

Program Overview

The one-year part-time Postgraduate Diploma programs combine theory and practical learning and are offered in a hybrid format, with both online and on-campus sessions. The programs are designed to support high-quality professional development for teachers and education professionals working in the regular school system. The flexible program structure allows working professionals to learn while continuing with their work. 

Who Should Apply

• The Postgraduate Diploma programs are designed for working professionals in the field of education.
• School teachers and teacher-educators
• Special educators
• School functionaries
• Professionals working with Government bodies, Private institutions, /NGO’s engaged with the school system

Applicants should have a minimum of two years of relevant work experience.

Key Features

• One-year, part-time Postgraduate Diploma program offered in a hybrid format
• The program includes online classes and on-campus sessions at the Bengaluru campus
• Each Postgraduate Diploma program comprises four certificate programs, each of 12 weeks’ duration
• Flexibility to enroll in either the full Diploma program or individual Certificate programs

Ankur Madan, Director, School of Education, Azim Premji University, said, “These Post Graduate Programs provide teachers and education functionaries with knowledge, skills, and perspectives in key areas such as Early Childhood Education, Learning Disabilities, and Assessments. The courses are designed to enable practicing professionals to apply their learning in their everyday interactions with children and colleagues, while also encouraging them to critically engage with and find answers to questions that emerge from their own practice.”

To apply for this program and for more details on program content, eligibility, and fees, please visit our website https://azimpremjiuniversity.edu.in/pg-diplomas-and-certificates/education

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MUMBAI: Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), concluded its legacy Autumn placement cycle for the combined Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) and Post Graduate Diploma in Management (Business Management (PGDM (BM)) 2025 cohort, comprising 341 students, who secured autumn internships with leading companies, with an average stipend of ₹3,15,000. 

The batch received a remarkable 390 offers from 75 companies. The FMCG sector dominated placements, with 35% percent of participants placed in this sector, followed by consulting companies, which absorbed 21% of the batch. The median compensation for the batch reached a record high of ₹3,10,000, marking a 3.5% increase from the previous year. The top 50% of the batch secured an average offer of ₹4,17,000.

Recruiters from diverse sectors offered projects in Corporate Strategy, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Product Management, Analytics, E-Commerce, General Management, Corporate Finance, Corporate IT, Healthcare, Sales & Marketing, Branding, Operations, and Supply Chain roles.

“We are immensely proud of our students and grateful to our industry partners for their continued support. I encourage our students to make the most of their internships, leveraging this invaluable experience to grow both professionally and personally,” said Prof. Varun Nagaraj, Dean, SPJIMR.

The two-year full-time PGDM program provides a unique aspect in the form of Autumn internships. These internships enable students to undertake corporate projects during their second year of studies. Before this, they complete a term in their chosen specializations and a social internship during the first year.

“With an increased batch size, the support of our industry partners demonstrated SPJIMR’s strong and steadfast relationships with them. It also served as a testament to the significant contributions of SPJIMR graduates in developing the leadership pipeline within organizations,” said Prof. Renuka Kamath, Associate Dean, of Full-time Programmes, SPJIMR.

The number of Investment Banking/Private Equity and Product Management offers reached record highs, with increases of over 110% and 400% respectively, compared to the previous year. Prominent recruiters in these sectors include DC Advisory, Nomura, JM Financials, Edelweiss Alternatives, American Express, Intuit, Tata Digital, and Samsung Research.

Prof. Ashita Aggarwal, PGDM and PGDM (BM) Chairperson said, “It was heartening to witness our students’ performance during the Autumn recruitment process as they secured opportunities aligned with their skills and aspirations. The success of the internship program is a testament to the strength of our curriculum and the school’s commitment to excellence.”

This year, 22 first-time recruiters participated in the internship cycle. New additions to SPJIMR’s portfolio included the National Infrastructure Investment Fund (NIIF), Info Edge, Motilal Oswal, HSBC, Kenvue, Lupin, Lenskart, Titan, Angel One Wealth, Henkel, and Aequitas Investments.

This marked the final Autumn Internship Cycle as SPJIMR transitioned to the Summer Internship Cycle for the PGDM and PGDM (BM) batch of 2024-2026, scheduled for September 2024.

Placement Highlights

• Investment Banking/Private Equity and Product Management roles saw record increases in offers, rising by over 110% and 400 % respectively.
• The top 20% of the batch received an average stipend offer of ₹4,52,000.
• The top 50% of the batch received an average stipend offer of ₹4,17,000.
• 35% of the participants were placed with companies in the FMCG industry.

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Inspiring the students, Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar shared, “It is a great pleasure for me to be present here at the 36th Convocation of BIMTECH. I’m proud of the Women Reservation Bill we passed, and I’m seeing more women leading institutions. Jayashree Mohta, Chairperson of BIMTECH, is a true example of giving back to society, hence, I invite your faculty and your students to visit the new building of parliament and we’ll have the occasion to interact there also”. He further advised the graduates,” As you graduate, remember to nurture economic nationalism and promote value addition in India. You are the future leaders driving economic, technological, and social progress. Embrace change, be persistent, and never fear failure. Congratulations and best wishes to all of you.”

The jubilant event witnessed the graduation of 478 students with flying colors. The illustrious affair rewarded degrees to the graduating cohorts from PGDM, PGDM-International Business (IB), PGDM-Retail Management (RM), and PGDM-Insurance Business Management (IBM). During the inaugural address, Smt. Mohta, said,” This Convocation marks a milestone, not only for the students but also for the entire BIMTECH community. We are extremely proud of the achievements and growth in the batch size. Today we’re here to celebrate the culmination of years of hard work and dedication. As BIMTECH’s graduates gear up to navigate the corridors of professionalism, I wish them the best to become capable leaders and changemakers.”

Presenting the annual progress report, Dr. Prabina shed light on BIMTECH’s legacy and shared, “Maintaining the BIMTECH standards, the past year’s advancements are a testament to our perennial focus on nurturing talent. This Convocation is the epitome of academic brilliance and celebration.” She further suggested to the students, “Embark on your professional journeys with passion and embrace your uniqueness.  I extend my heartiest wishes to all our graduates for their future endeavors.”

BIMTECH has signed an MOU with Singapore Management University (SMU) for an ‘Inclusive and Immersive Experiential Learning (I2XL) Programme’ under which five BIMTECH students have been selected to visit SMU for an intensive Executive Development Programme. BIMTECH plans to scale up the numbers in the forthcoming years.

The event also celebrated 12 highly ambitious degree holders by rewarding their exceptional academic attainment. Gold medals were handed over for securing the overall first position to Mr. Nitesh Shah in PGDM, Ms. Aanchal Mittal in PGDM (IB), Ms. Ritika Srivastava in PGDM (IBM), and Ms. Sanskriti Khare in PGDM (RM). Special medals were awarded for securing the first position to Ms. Devanshi (The Marketing Specialization Stream), Mr. Parth Aggarwal (The Operations Specialization Stream), Mr. Nitesh Shah (The Finance Specialization Stream), and Mr. Agam Mishra (The HR Specialization Stream). Dr. C.B. Gupta Memorial Medal was honored to Mr. Shashwat Tandon of PGDM (IB) for all-around best performance among male students. Smt. Yashoda Jaju Memorial Medal for all-around best performance among female students was awarded to Ms. Kriti Singh PGDM (IB). Smt. Madhuri J. Sheth Award for best academic performance among female students was awarded to Ms. Aisha Asija (PGDM) and Ms. Aanchal Mittal PGDM (IB). Dr. Ashutosh Kumar was acclaimed with the Jagdish N Sheth Best Thesis Award 2023.

The institute thrives on a symbiotic relationship, embodying excellence in management education with its 7000+ strong alumni base. BIMTECH proudly announces that Ms. Surbhi Goel, an alumna, has become the first female CEO (designate) of Munich Re India, and another alumnus, Mr. Nainoor Desai, has become the Business Corporate at SBI General Insurance.

Inspired by its founder late Basant Kumar Birla, BIMTECH pioneers innovative programs like PGDM, PGDM-International Business (IB), PGDM-Retail Management (RM), and PGDM-Insurance Business Management (IBM), nurturing individuals into global leaders. BIMTECH proudly holds the 48th position in the Management Category in NIRF-National Institutional Ranking Framework 2023 and secures the 17th rank among the top private B-Schools in India, as per Business Today-MDRA Best B-Schools Ranking 2023. Also, BIMTECH IS NOW AACSB ACCREDITED, joining the IVY League of Top Globally Recognized B-Schools. Fostering a symbiotic relationship, the institute excels in management education, supported by its globally placed robust alumni network of over 7000 individuals.

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WASHINGTON: The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the 200,000^th graduate of the Boots to Business (B2B) program. This milestone re-emphasizes the long-standing importance of military-connected entrepreneurs to the nation’s economy and celebrates 11 years of B2B instructor achievements nationwide and overseas.

“SBA’s Boots to Business program is about strengthening our aspiring military entrepreneurs, especially now as they are contributing to the record rate of new business applications we’re experiencing under President Biden’s leadership,” said SBA Administrator Isabel Guzman. “The Boots to Business program is set up to provide transitioning service members, veterans, and military spouses with an introduction to business fundamentals to help them successfully make the jump from service to startup with the full resources of the SBA. We are proud to celebrate our 200,000^th graduate and continue our leadership in connecting our military entrepreneurs with valuable resources so they can pursue their business ownership dreams after serving our country.”

B2B is part of the entrepreneurial track of the U.S. Department of Defense’s (DoD) Transition Assistance Program (TAP). Boots to Business Reboot (B2BR) offers the same curriculum as B2B to veterans of any era, National Guard and Reserve members, and military spouses without access to a military installation. The 200,000 graduate count grows weekly and includes participants in B2B, B2BR, DOD’s TAP Online Learning Management System, and SBA’s Military Spouse Pathway to Business, an entrepreneurship course for military spouses that launched in July 2023.

The 200,000th trainee took the B2B course at Fort Leavenworth in Kansas on January 16, 2024. The severe winter weather in the area caused the entire post to run on a two-hour delay. However, the course instructor said the strong qualities of the military community shined through. “Despite the inclement weather and tricky driving conditions, veterans and military spouses showed their adaptability and resilience and arrived for class anyway,” said Mitchell Fitzpatrick, B2B instructor, and Veterans Business Outreach Center (VBOC) director. “These skills, cultivated over their years of service, are the same ones that will give them a leg up on the competition as business owners.”

It’s common for many B2B participants to navigate their entire life’s puzzle while they take the course. They may be focused on moving arrangements, housing, children’s schooling decisions, or steady income. “Many may not circle back to entrepreneurship for months, or even years, after the course conclusion,” said Fitzpatrick. “That’s why I continuously remind them that the VBOC and SBA resource partner network are always here for them. Whether they want to start or grow a business, there are so many resources out there to assist in that journey. My main message to students is this: you’re not alone and you should never hesitate to reach out. If you’re on the fence about business ownership as a post-military route, taking B2B is a great opportunity to walk out of the course with new tools in your post-military service toolbox and mentors you can reach out to at any time.”

In addition to the B2B milestone, SBA’s Boots to Business Revenue Readiness (B2B RR), hosted by Mississippi State University, graduated its 3,000th trainee in November 2023. B2B RR is a six-week course in developing a business plan. Through interactive virtual classroom discussions, participants refine business models into business plans. Since the program’s start seven years ago, veteran, service member, and military spouse graduates have used the course material and feedback from instructors to move on to the next phase of their business ownership journey.

Shannon Arick of West Point, a graduate of the B2B training said, “One thing I learned in the military is that the possible success or failure of a mission may come down to good, solid training. It is the same in business. Boots to Business Revenue Readiness gave me a firm understanding of the steps that lead to having and, more importantly, maintaining a successful business.”

Over 1,200 B2B and B2B Reboot classes were offered in person and virtually in Fiscal Year (FY) 2023. In addition, the B2B curriculum was updated in FY 2023 to include updated modules, new exercises, and more. B2B, B2BR, and Pathway to Business courses are offered through SBA district offices, resource partners, and grant partners. To see the current B2B course schedule, visit sba.my.site.com.

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This loan is for those who wish to pursue Undergraduate, Postgraduate, or Masters programs in Science, technology, engineering & mathematics, and Management and Vocational courses. Tata Capital’s Education Loans will provide students with access to collateral-free loans of up to INR 75 lakhs and secured loans of up to INR 200 lakhs or the total cost of education, including tuition fees and living costs.

Tata Capital provides pre-admission sanction letters to students helping them complete their application process to secure admissions. In addition to competitive interest rates, Tata Capital’s Education Loans also offer students flexible repayment options giving them ease of payment during their study period. 

Speaking about the launch of Education Loans, Vivek Chopra, Chief Operating Officer of retail Finance at Tata Capital said, “Trust and transparency have always been the strongest pillars of our business. The comprehensive range of Education Loans goes beyond conventional financial support, covering aspects from tuition fees to travel and medical. With a student-first approach, we aim to break down socio-economic barriers to higher education, ensuring that every student gets the opportunity to fulfill their academic aspirations.” 

Benefits of our education loans:

• Easy online application process
• No collateral up to INR 75 lacs
• Up to 100% financing
• Flexible repayment options

To get more information on education loans, parents and students can visit the website- www.tatacapital.com or walk into any Tata Capital Branch.

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The event was presided over by MIT-WPU’s Founder President, Dr. Vishwanath Karad, and graced by the presence of Chief Guest, Amitabh Kant, India’s G20 Sherpa and former CEO of NITI Ayog. In his address to the students, Mr. Kant emphasized Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for India and its youth, stating that institutions like MIT-WPU are the bedrock of quality education and skill development for our youth, laying the foundations for a progressive, dynamic, and vibrant India.

Expressing his gratitude, Dr. Vishwanath Karad, Founder and President of MIT-WPU, emphasized the institution’s commitment to nurturing global citizens who champion world peace, stating that their graduates carry the beacon of knowledge and the vision of a harmonious world.

MIT World Peace University’s 5th Convocation stands as a testament to the institution’s enduring dedication to fostering an environment of wisdom, knowledge, and global harmony, celebrating not just academic accomplishments but also the vision of a brighter, more peaceful world.

With a rich legacy of 40 years in fostering world-class academic excellence and over 1,00,000+ alumni across the globe, MIT-WPU is one of the premier institutions of higher learning in India that offers over 150 programs at undergraduate, postgraduate, diploma, and PhD levels. Spread over 65 acres, MIT-WPU is equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities. Over 8,000 students enroll every year for different courses, across the 11+ Schools & 30+ departments of MIT-WPU.

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Tracy Bolton, Chief Operating Officer at SAP Africa, says the additional skills capacity comes at a critical time for the region. “Ongoing economic uncertainty, inflationary pressures, and the impact of new technologies such as Generative AI are creating challenges for organizations seeking to unlock growth and drive innovation. With this latest group of candidates, organizations gain access to work-ready cloud and technology skills that can support their digital transformation efforts.”

Organizations throughout Southern Africa are beset with multiple challenges to their growth. Economic growth in the region stood at 2.7% in 2022, well below the global growth of 3.4% and the 3.8% growth experienced throughout Africa. Business leaders are also striving to meet sustainability targets and deal with the impact of disruptive technologies, including the emergence of Generative AI and its application in a broad range of business cases.

However, organizations are hampered in their efforts to deploy technology to support their response to challenges through a pervasive tech skills shortage. In skills research conducted by SAP, nearly eight in ten (78%) organizations in the region said a lack of tech skills had impacted them in the past twelve months, with a lack of innovation, delays in completing projects, and a loss of clients to competitors among the most common impacts.

The SAP Young Professionals Program covers software functional and technical knowledge and certification, with a strong focus on the latest technologies and a range of soft skills to ease entry into the workplace. This latest cohort received training on SAP S/4HANA Cloud (public edition), SAP’s flagship enterprise resource planning solution, as well as SAP Activate and SAP Business Process Integration. In addition, graduates developed a broad range of soft skills, including design thinking, interpersonal skills, interview skills, and business model innovation methodology.

Candidates took part in training between early July and August and were chosen from a pool of candidates in South Africa and Zimbabwe. The full program took place virtually, allowing a broader range of candidates to take part.

Letlolo Baloyi, who is one of the graduates in this latest group, says: “The SAP Young Professionals Program has been nothing short of a catalyst for my personal and professional growth. Through a meticulously crafted blend of immersive learning experiences, mentorship, and hands-on projects, the program has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of SAP’s innovative technologies and their real-world applications.“

Since its launch in 2012, the SAP Young Professionals Program has trained and graduated more than 4100 candidates across 41 countries, including over 1900 in Africa alone.

Bolton adds: “The program is aimed at supporting our customers and partners in the region by ensuring they have access to essential skills needed to benefit from their investment into technology and forms part of our broader global commitment to promoting education and entrepreneurship. We wish the graduates well and look forward to the positive impact they will make at their new workplaces.“

The SAP Young Professionals Program is a vital initiative that equips young talent with the necessary skills to support digital transformation efforts in Southern Africa. With the region facing multiple challenges to its growth, the program’s graduates are well-positioned to make a positive impact in their new workplaces.

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