PGDM applications open at Era
The Era Business School (EBS) invites applications for admission in their PGDM for their 2013-15 session.
Graduates with at least 50 per cent aggregate or 45 per cent aggregate (reserved category) from a recognised university with a valid CAT/GMAT/CMAT/MAT/XAT score are eligible to apply. Application forms can be obtained from the admission office of EBS campus, in Dwarka. The application form can also be downloaded or filled online on the institute website http://www.ebs.ac.in.
last date to submit applications is June 30.
Admission alert
The ITM University, Gurgaon, invites applications for its four-year BTech programme. Candidates must have Class XII (English medium) exam conducted by CBSE or equivalent in Science stream with an overall aggregate of 60 per cent or more.
The selection process will be based on marks obtained in JEE 2013 Main (Paper – I) — 60 per cent weightage and aggregate marks in English, Maths, Physics and Chemistry of Class XII – 40 per cent weightage.
Application forms can collected from ITM University, HUDA Sector 23-A, Gurgaon.
The last date to complete and submit applications is June 19, 2013. For more information visit: info@itmindia.edu.
Applications invited
The JB Knowledge Park invites applications for its BTech, BBA, MBA and BCA courses for 2013 batch.
Interested candidates should have completed their Class XII in science with a minimum 50 per cent overall aggregate. Diploma holders in a similar stream can take admission directly in second year (lateral entry).
The admission brochure may be obtained from the institute against payment of `500 or by sending a demand draft of `500 drawn in favour of JB Knowledge Park, Faridabad.
To apply online, visit www.jbcollege.in. You can also mail it on forms@jbcollege.in. last date to submit applications is June 15.
BPharma course at IEC
IEC University announces admission to their four-year BPharma programme for their batch 2013 to 2017. Interested candidates must have minimum aggregate of 50 per cent or equivalent in Class XII with Physics, Chemistry and Biology as their top three subjects.
The application form can be downloaded at http://iecuniversity.com. last date to apply is May 17.
Computing course at UK
The University of Stirling, the United Kingdom, invites applications for a new post-graduate course in computing for business.
The course, offered as a post graduate diploma or MSc, will allow participants to prepare for a successful career in IT management.
For more details about the course, the applicants can view the details about the course and how to apply and other queries by visiting: http://stir.ac.uk/by.
One can also call the following UK phone number: 0044 (0)1786 467436 to know more about the course.
MoU signed
The Delhi Technological University (DTU) and Samsung India Electronics have signed an MoU for collaborative projects, including the setting up a Samsung Software lab at DTU.
The MoU was exchanged between Prof PB Sharma, VC, DTU and Stewart Hong, MD, Samsung Software Engineering lab-India in the presence of chief guest Dr Kiran Karnik, former president, NASSCOM.
The MoU also broadly covers the following areas of collaboration:
Scholarship alert
In an initiative by The Chopras and some UK universities are offering several scholarships for both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Interested candidates can get in-touch with The Chopras. These universities include:
DurhamUniversity
BristolUniversity
Nottinghamuniversity
NewcastleUniversity
StrathclydeUniversity
Three new scholarships at TKW institute
The TKW Institute of Banking and Finance recently introduced three new scholarship programmes:
First, Maa Saraswati Scholarship: Students who were among the top 3 ranked in their school based on Class XII results are granted 100 per cent scholarship on fees.
Second, Aptitude-based Scholarship: Based on performance in the selection procedure students who have scored above 60 per cent in Class XII and a satisfactory interview performance are offered a merit seat with up to 25 per cent scholarship on tuition fees.
Finally, Chairman’s Scholarship: Under this scheme 10 per cent tuition fee of all eligible candidates is paid by him. To be eligible for the grant of chairman’s scholarship the student should have scored at least one distinction in Class XII.
New courses on offer
Madhuban Academy of Hospitality Administration and Research (MAHAR), announces the admission for its two diploma and advanced diploma courses.
Advanced diploma in food preparation & culinary arts, advanced diploma in food & beverage service are both of three-year duration. While the same two courses are also available in a one-year diploma course.
The entrance test forms are available at all major book stores in Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh and Haryana. The forms can also be downloaded from the website www.maharedu.com.
last date of submission of the form is May 20, 2013. The entrance examination has been scheduled on May 25-26. The programmes are aimed at establishing the knowledge and skills required through progressive levels from initial food preparation training in a kitchen to culinary arts and supervisory responsibilities.
It has been designed to allow for food preparation, cooking methods and presentation across a wide range of cultures
UKVarsity introduces health courses
The University of Sheffield’s School of Health and Related Research (ScHARR) recently launched Open Online Courses (MOOCs) for people of all age groups. The courses will give them an opportunity to take part in a unique, high quality, flexible and innovative learning experience.
The ScHARR is offering three courses in 2013. The first course, healthy sustainable diets is scheduled from June 17 to July 21, followed by the health inequalities course from July 15 to August 18 and health technology assessment from October 28 to December 1.
Nearly 1,000 people from 52 countries across the globe, including India, Brazil, Ethiopia and Nepal, have already signed for the three courses.
The courses will run for four weeks and the candidates will be required to dedicate nearly four to five hours every week.
Students will receive a digital certificate (PDF file) upon the completion of each course. For more details about the courses, visit: http://www.shef.ac.uk/scharr/prospective_students/moocs/moocs or http://www.shef.ac.uk/scharr/prospective_students/moocs