Oberoi STEP programme

The Oberoi Group has opened online applications for selection of students for its ‘Systematic Training and Education Programme’ or ‘STEP’. The three-year programme designed for students completing high school, combines practical on-the-job training with study towards a Bachelor of Tourism Studies Degree from the Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). Trainees are provided with assistance in the form of study materials and dedicated time to prepare for the exams for their undergraduate degree.

The Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development invests time, effort and money over the three year under graduate Programme. The investment includes all expenses on IGNOU course fees and books, accommodation and duty meals, medical insurance and uniforms. Besides not charging a fee, selected candidates are paid a monthly allowance over the three-year period.

On completing the programme and subject to vacancies, the STEP graduates may join The Oberoi Group as Operations Assistants. Alternately, STEP graduates are also eligible to compete for admission to The Oberoi Centre of Learning and Development’s two year postgraduate management programmes, leading to an executive position with The Oberoi Group.

Eligibility: The candidate should be above 18 years and below 20 years of age, as on 15th August of the year of the commencement of the programme.

Class XII – overall pass: The candidate should have attained a clear pass in class XII as on 1st July of the year of the commencement of the programme, from a board recognized by the Indira Gandhi National Open University, India.

Class X: marks in English

For Hotel Operations Programme (Front Office / Food and Beverage Service focus) and Kitchen Operations Programme

The candidate should have obtained 61% marks or above, in English in class X. The equivalent in CBSE is a B2 grade or a 7 grade point.

For Hotel Operations Programme (Housekeeping focus)

The candidate should have obtained 51% marks or above, in English in class X. The equivalent in CBSE is a C1 grade or a 6 grade point.

How to apply: Applicants can download the application form from http://www.oberoigroup.com/careers/join_us/step_application.asp

Deadline: April 15, 2017

Check out: http://www.oberoigroup.com/careers

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Insurance Management 

Loyola Institute of Business Administration (LIBA), Chennai, is inviting applications for its one- year diploma programme in Insurance Management for the academic year 2017-2018. Offered in partnership with The Insurance Institute of India, this first-of-its kind programme will aim to produce industry ready professionals and program will be spearheaded by senior leaders from insurance industry, providing students a real time learning experience.

The course: The course will be held during weekends to help working professionals to make the most of this opportunity. Spread across three semesters, the course will introduce students to subjects like Principles of Insurance, Practice of Life Insurance and General Insurance, Regulations of Insurance Business, Legal Aspects of Life Insurance, Fire & Consequential Loss Insurance and many more.

On the successful completion of the first trimester term with minimum 50% marks in each subject, students can register as a Member with The Insurance Institute of India portal and apply for a ‘Licentiate’ Certificate issued by the Institute. Additionally, students can become an ‘Associate’ of the Institute after completing two more courses - Life/General Insurance Under writing and Life Insurance Finance/ General Insurance Accounts Preparation and Regulation of Investment, provided online to facilitate working professionals. This opens a large number of opportunities in the fields of Health Insurance, Marine Insurance, Fire Insurance, Life Underwriting and many more.

Eligibility: Candidates with any undergraduate degree can apply for the programme. Work experience in the industry will be given preference. 

Commencing from: July, 2017

Check out: http://liba.edu/  

Fashion courses

The Indian Institute of Art and Design (IIAD) in collaboration with Kingston University, London offers 4-year undergraduate degree programmes in Fashion Design, Interior Architecture & Design, and Communication Design. IIAD provides studio-based education to groom the next generation of designers and design thinkers at its state-of-the-art campus in New Delhi.

Eligibility: Candidates must have appeared/passed the CBSE/ISC/IB (or any other equivalent board) 10+2 examination in any discipline. Candidates who have recently appeared for the examination and are awaiting their results may also apply.   

How to apply: Online: www.applytoiiad.com 

Admission process: iDAT (IIAD Design Aptitude Test), Portfolio evaluation, and Interview.

Deadline: April 29,2017

Check out: www.iiad.edu.in  

PGDM programme

IMS Noida announces admission for Post Graduate Diploma in

Management (PGDM) programme 2017-19

Eligibility & selection procedure: 

• Graduation in any Discipline from universities and institutions recognised by AICTE/ UGC/AIU (Students appearing in their final year can also apply) with at least 50% marks or equivalent CGPA.  
• Candidates should also have the desired CAT 2016/CMAT 2017/ MAT 2016-17 and XAT 2017 score.
• Final selection process will be based on the CMAT/MAT/GMAT score and subsequent group discussion and Personal Interview.

How to apply: Candidates can download application form online from http://www.imsnoida.in/pdf/ or the application form can be purchased from the admission office of IMS Noida and submit the same to their office located at: Institute of Management Studies, A-8B, IMS Campus, Sector - 62, Noida - 201301

Duration: IMS PGDM is a 2-year full-time course approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) which is equivalent to MBA approved by Association of Indian Universities (AIU) and is a Grade 'A' institute by UGC NAAC.

Deadline: Feb 25,, 2017.

Check out: www.imsnoida.in

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MSc Advanced Pharmacology

Strathclyde Institute of Pharmacy & Biomedical Sciences (University of Strathclyde), Glasgow is inviting applications for the new MSc Advanced Pharmacology course starting in September 2017.

This course will provide students with a comprehensive three-part postgraduate life sciences training.

There is a choice of classes that allows students to select a pathway to suit their future aspirations. The MSc Advanced Pharmacology has a special focus on how drugs and other chemicals affect the body in health and disease. 

Eligibility: 60 per cent from a recognised Indian university  in a biological or chemical discipline. IELTS 6.5 (with no component below 5.5)

Fee: £18,000  for 2017/18 

Deadline: There is no deadline for applicants to apply however, for international students it is advisable to apply as soon as possible due to visa arrangements.

For further information contact: [email protected]