Bharath University signs MOU with Nokia India
Posted on: 14/Dec/2011 10:59:28 PM
In a move to leverage knowledge expertise, Bharath University recently signed an MOU with Nokia India, to train students in the field of mobile technology. This momentous MOU was signed by Dr. K P Thooyamani, Vice – Chancellor, Bharath University. The MOU will go a long way towards orienting and training the students in the practical approaches to mobile technology and will also see industry experts from Nokia sharing their expert knowledge with aspiring students.
According to the MOU, Bharath University will incorporate courses based on the present industry standards and requirements as a part of the curriculum. Experts from Nokia and its partner will train students based on the new modules incorporated. Students will be selected for the industrial training based on their interests in the field. The modules are designed for the 3rd year and final year students and will be constantly updated according to the industry developments. This enables the university to churn out employees at par with the expected industry standard.
Commenting on the collaboration with Nokia, Mr. J. Lakshmi Narayanan, Chancellor, Bharath University said, “We are proud to be associated with Nokia India, a leading mobile technology firm. This MOU is a step forward to motivate and train students in the field of mobile technology. We intend to provide expert knowledge that will benefit the students and help them gain an edge in the industry.”
On the successful completion of the course and subsequent certification by Nokia, students will be entitled to become a Nokia Developer Launchpad Member, giving them access to the cutting edge technologies employed at Nokia. Also students will be provided with materials on upcoming technologies and access to the regional and global trainings.
“India has one of the largest pools of mobile app developers in the world. At Nokia India, we believe that India is poised to become an app superpower in the coming years. We envisage a huge requirement for qualified professionals in the field of Mobile technology over the next 4-5 years. We are associating with various colleges to increase our talent pool. This knowledge sharing program is a step towards achieving that goal,” said Mr. Jasmeet Gandhi, Head - Services Marketing, Nokia India.
