ethics seminar
Thew Manav Rachna Academic Staff College (MRASC) organised a Faculty Development Programme on Ethics & Values at the Workplace for the educators of Manav Rachna Educational Institutions (MREI).
The day witnessed Justice RS Endlaw and Justice S Ravindra Bhat, judges at Delhi High Court, addressing the large gathering of faculty members.
Deliberating on the need for this FDP, Brig (Retd) SN Setia, executive director, MRASC said: “Values and ethics not only help in keeping order but also ensure that the organisation is able to run smoothly by preventing the escalation of disrespectful and unproductive behaviour.”
Entrance exam
The Annapurna International School of Film and Media ( AISFM ) is conducting its all India entrance exam for admissions for June 2016 bachelor’s and master’s Programme on April 23, 2016 in five cities Hyderabad, Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore and Chennai. The admissions for June 2016 are now open.
AISFM is a first of its kind in India, which combines a rigorous and internationally recognised degree/master’s programme with intense training in specific areas of media; like filmmaking, directing, animation, editing, photography, journalism& PR, cinematography and acting.
For more details contact : 07093404369/07680074134 for exam/registration. To register for admissions visit: http://bit.ly/1WEcpHk
placement drive
The Greater Noida Institute of technology witnessed a successful pool campus placement drive at its campus, CapGemini a French multinational company selected 78 students from different college including Dronacharya College of Engineering, GlA University, Guru Tegh Bahadur Institute Of Technology, Northern India Engineering College.
Around 12 college participated in pool campus placement drive . The mode for placement was online examination, group discussion followed by interview. Students were also explained about opportunities and benefits of working in multinational companies who showed enthusiasm and excitement for the placement as they had been working very hard for it and it was the time for them to show their capabilities.
Mou on research programmes
The BMl Munjal University (BMU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Singapore Management University (SMU). Under this collaboration, the universities will work towards establishing joint academic and research programmes.
Established in 2000, the SMU is internationally recognised for its world-class research and distinguished teaching. Modelled after the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, SMU has established itself as a premier university capable of generating high-impact and rigorous research that addresses Asian issues of global relevance.
Talking about the collaboration, Akshay Munjal, president, BMl Munjal University said, “We are delighted to partner with SMU. It is a significant step in our endeavour to create a world-class teaching and learning environment. Both the universities are aligned in their vision of providing research-based, hands-on practical learning to their students and we see significant synergies and gains for both parties. This collaboration will provide our students and faculty with a great opportunity.”
applications for MBA programmes
The Darden School of Business, University of Virginia offers world-class MBAs in three formats: Full-time MBA, MBA for executives and global MBA for executives. All three formats are taught through the case method by the same top-ranked faculty using the same core curriculum.
The application deadline for the full-time MBA, residential format is October 8, 2016. Those interested can log in to obtain the application form: http://www.darden.virginia.edu/mba/admissions/application-process.
International students can apply for the numerous merit-based scholarships that Darden offers, including scholarships specifically for international applicants. All applicants are encouraged to apply in the first round in order to be considered for merit-based scholarships. International students may be eligible for a loan.
Interested parties can visit the Financial Aid section to learn more about the International loan Programme. All international applicants must submit GMAT/GRE and TOEFl scores, a resume highlighting one’s work experience, educational transcripts, as well as two reference letters.
tutors on smartphone
Students preparing for MH-CET, BITSAT, AIPMT and other entrance exams can get instant one-to-one tutoring from some of the brightest minds in the country with the help of a new smartphone app.
Hashlearn Now, an Android app developed by a Bengaluru-based education technology company, allows students to connect instantly and have their doubts removed by tutors from prestigious institutions such as the IITs and BITS. The service, available 24X7, covers Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry for all Boards and State/National entrance tests.
The student chooses a topic and they are connected to the subject matter expert; after the problem is resolved and the session closed, they can rate their tutors.
The app also contains thousands of free practice questions in JEE, AIPMT and other exams.
Students can try out the app for free during the first few sessions. After that, they can subscribe to plans that start at as low as Rs196 for unlimited sessions. The app can be downloaded on Google Play Store. Website: http://now.hashlearn.com