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Economics in growth mode
Students of Economics are much sought-after these days, as financial planning, analysis and interpretation have become integral to organisations across sectors.
CII summit on quality in education
Aim is to serve key stakeholders


The right prescription
Every hospital is getting more professional, and specialised hospital administrators are much in demand


Q & A
For the best of leaders
I have cleared the Management Aptitude Test (MAT) of AIMA. With the scores that I have received, will I be eligible to attempt the ISB one-year programme? Nitin Tyagi via e-mailThe Indian School of Business ...

On the path to becoming a world class university
Aiming to create all-round development, in terms of new courses, exclusive buildings, increased access to latest technology and many more, the Pondicherry University has turned into a hub for plenty of academic and research activities. With more ...
Campus Connect
The NSS wing of Gobi Arts and Science College, Gobichettipalayam, recently organised an eye donation awareness programme. A release from the College says the programme, which was conducted in association with Aravind Eye Hospitals, Coimbatore, ...
Quality check must for trained health manpower


Where are the teachers?
Lack of qualified teachers in engineering colleges has a direct bearing on the quality of education

Campus connect
The Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering of Velammal College of Engineering and Technology’s Velammal’s Renewable Energy Club was inaugurated on Wednesday.In his inaugural address, D. Selvaraj, Deputy General ...
MoU with U.S. business school for dual degrees
Park Global School of Business Excellence, based in Chennai and Coimbatore, entered into a memorandum of understanding with Florida International University’s (FIU) Chapman Graduate School of Business to facilitate student exchange ...
Honour for Gudivada lecturer Campus Jottings
The Health and Education Development Association, New Delhi, has selected Pavuluri Srinivasa Rai, lecturer in library science, ANR College, Gudivada, for an award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to society for over two decades. He ...

CAMPUS JOTTINGS
AUTA to have its own building
The Andhra University Teachers’ Association (AUTA), representing the several hundreds of teachers of the campus colleges, is at last having its own building. AUTA functioned from a shed in front of the AU Faculty Club for a very long time ...
The coming revolution
The Centre is fast giving shape to new Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs)
For the love of languages
For individuals who have aptitude and love for languages, linguistics provides a rewarding opportunity in academics.
Building foundations
India’s demand for infrastructure and real estate development is driving some interesting trends in education. John Rajan is a trained architect, working with an architectural firm, but he finds that his B.Arch. degree is not enough ...
City student heads for US
Studying in US is a dream but Raghuram Prasad, a city student has not only got a chance to study in US but also experience their culture staying with local families for an year. Rahugram, who just finished his 10th has been selected as a part of ...
MBA for medical professionals
Many hospitals and pharmaceutical firms are setting up professionally managed centres for providing multi-specialty health care services. Such centers need managers who have professional skills, both in general management and health care delivery ...
Campus Connect
On the occasion of Sadbhawana Diwas, the birth anniversary of late Rajiv Gandhi, a blood grouping camp was conducted at Anbil Dharmalingam Agricultural College and Research Institute of the Tamil Nadu Agricultural University. Blood grouping was ...
Building foundations
With large corporates entering the real estate market, a manpower trained in different disciplines is the need of the hour, and many courses aim to serve the purpose.

GUIDANCE PLUS
Make the right choice
We conclude the series on various study options after Plus-Two, with a look at a few assorted courses.

Q & A
For the best of leaders
I have cleared the Management Aptitude Test (MAT) of AIMA. With the scores that I have received, will I be eligible to attempt the ISB one-year programme? Nitin Tyagi via e-mailThe Indian School of Business ...

CAMPUS JOTTINGS
Students told to develop character
The 16th Investiture ceremony of Avanthi Degree & P.G. College saw students celebrating their entry into college life. Advice from senior academics and some entertainment programmes from their peers made the event a memorable one for ...
A niche study area
Genetic engineering provides many career options and specialisations.
Emphasis on integrated research
Many top-notch institutes were inspired by the activities of IISc., says IISER Director
Unani students keep fingers crossed
Will the 20 students who have hitherto been allotted seats to the Unani Medical College be able to continue their education this year? With the Central Council of Indian Medicine de-recognising the Government Unani Medical College in ...
The coming revolution in IT education
The Centre is fast giving shape to 20 new Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs)
Government should focus on other sports
At a group discussion organised by The Hindu Education Plus, participants blame people for not encouraging any sport other than cricket
Educational simulation for interactive, peer group learning
It is too much to expect the English teacher alone to improve the language proficiency of college students. Efforts have to be taken by them to develop their language and soft skills to make them employable. Simulation is one of the methods which ...
UK Universities extend their dates
Many universities in UK have extended their deadlines for applications. According to the director of Transcend International Education Recruiters and Advisors, the universities have extended their dates till the end of October and students still ...
Advantage IATA
Learn about IATA programmes which are internationally recognised and offer a range of study options related to the travel profession
AU-T seminar on nanomedicine technologies


WASSUP
Admissions for Rashtriya Military Schools
Applications are invited for the Common Entrance Test for admissions to Class VI in the Rashtriya Military Schools located at Bangalore, Belgaum, Ajmer (Rajasthan), Chail (Himachal Pradesh) and Dholpur (Rajasthan). These Military Schools, ...
Giving life to the inanimate
Diploma and postgraduate diploma courses in animation and multimedia are being offered by several institutes with the basic requirement being sound creative skills and a flair for drawing.
The long wait for jobs
Will the global recession continue to affect hiring practices in engineering colleges?
Gearing up for the big leap in aerospace
To tap the potential in aerospace industry for IT, leveraging existing capability for high-value solutions is essential.
Patriotic instincts to the fore at GD
Event organised by The Hindu Education Plus in Karimnagar
It’s all about innovation
‘Eximius’ summit brings out the best from the whizkids
Academic audit for enhancing quality


UNIVERSITY ROUNDUP
Hindi fortnight celebrations at UoH
Mukul Chand Pandey, Former Professor, Lucknow University inaugurated the Hindi Fortnight Celebrations of University of Hyderabad (UoH). They would be observed for 15 days till September 15, 2008, with a view to create awareness with regard ...
Design a career in architecture
Architecture as a career option has gained momentum thanks to focus on infrastructure and urbanisation. Trends indicate that the demand for admission to B.Arch. course is on a par with other engineering branches such as civil and ...
One-day seminar on leadership building
IBR Institute of International Business relations in association with NHRD Network Hyderabad had conducted a one day Seminar on “Building Leadership to stay competitive in a dynamic world”. Larry Stout, Internationally renowned ...

DIFFERENT STROKES
It’s always the last option
Pure sciences command respect but have few takers
Karunya pact with Oracle
The School of Computer Science and Technology of Karunya University has signed a memorandum of understanding with Oracle India Private Limited for conducting the Oracle Workforce Development programmes. According to a university release, ...
MBA in healthcare management
I am a dentist from Hyderabad. I would like to know about the career prospects with MBA in hospital management. Which course is better MBA regular or MBA healthcare? Please let me know about the institutions in Hyderabad offering the course and ...

‘We need to enhance research capabilities’
E.D. Jemmis, Director of the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) at Thiruvananthapuram shares his perspective on matters related to research and the role of institutions like IISER

Campus Capsule
Preethi Sridhar, student of Xavier Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship (XIME), Bangalore won the first place in the Best Student Research Paper awarded by the Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) on the occasion of its 20th ...
Business English, a new subject catching up with students
Communication skills play a significant role in enhancing the employability of candidates. Courses in Business English have become much sought after among college students and professionals who want to sharpen their language skills.With ...
Sharpening the mind
Mathematics is a subject that depends on your industry initially and on intelligence later. It is an easy and interesting subject where you can score cent per cent, once you understand the basics. For that matter, without comprehensive ...

Honour for ANGRAU
Bags Sardar Patel Outstanding ICAR Institution Award –2007


YOUR VOICE
Just no time for fun
The only way out is to reschedule the timetable
Bright future for diploma holders in pharmacy
Diploma holders can directly join second year B. Pharmacy course as a lateral entrant
Opportunity for dialogue, networking
The Confederation of Indian Industry-Institute of Quality’s annual “National Summit on Quality in Education” will create an opportunity for dialogue among the institutional leaders for sharing their vision, strategy, ...
Studying medicine in Kyrgyzstan
Local students who got admitted in medical courses in the International University of Kyrgyzstan were explained about the course and the conditions of the country at a programme organised recently by ISM Focal Point. Medicos who completed the ...
Let’s get QUIZical
1. Of which colours are the two vertical bands in the Flag of the Vatican City?2. In ‘Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,’ what is Willy Wonka’s dad’s occupation?3. Which English newspaper is known as ...

DIL SE
It’s a tough life indeed!
Andhra Medical College: “You are interns, grunts, nobodies, bottom of the surgical food chain. You run labs, write orders, work every second night until you drop and don’t complain.” This is how Dr. Miranda Bailey ...

Are we really independent?
St. Joseph’s Degree College: India is one of the oldest civilizations of the world. Indian history reveals to us the rich cultural heritage and the economic prosperity which India witnessed before the advent of the British. ...

Communication holds the key
ICFAI National College: Whether a large corporation, a small company, or even a home-based business, effective communication skills are essential for young people to get success. It is all about conveying your messages clearly and ...

EMRI services at UoH
The 108 Emergency Services were launched on the University of Hyderabad (UoH) campus by Seyed E. Hasnain, Vice-Chancellor in the presence of Venkat Chukulani, CEO of EMRI. The ambulance will be parked at the University campus Health Centre which ...



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