Dayanand Anglo-Vedic PG College, Kanpur in collaboration with Naandi Foundation (an initiative by Tech Mahindra) organized the Mahindra Pride Classroom conducted for the final year students of various undergraduate and postgraduate programs from September 14 to October 05, 2024.

Under the programme, a 40-Hour course on Employability Skills was imparted across 22 batches by competent soft skills trainers. The training covered:

• Soft Skills
• Life Skills
• Communication Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Interview Skills

Each batch participated in sessions lasting 36-40 hours in offline mode. Pre and Post Assessment Tests, Group Discussions, Extempore, and Mock Interviews were conducted.

Key Differentiators

• Focused on modern learner-centric pedagogy
• Encourages socio-emotional learning
• Delivered by highly qualified facilitators in face-to-face mode

Course Objective

Improving youth's economic security through high-quality training, encouraging employment, and entrepreneurial pursuits.

Course Content

1. I am Unique
2. Body Language & Grooming
3. Goal Setting & Time Management
4. Money Management
5. Problem-solving
6. Professional Communication at Workplace
7. Resume Preparation
8. Interview Q & A
9. Acing a Group Discussion
10. Presenting Your Project - Mini Presentation

Course Outcome

• Increased Confidence
• Enhanced Income Generation Opportunities

Key Metrics

• Self-Report: Physical & Cognitive Confidence
• Enhanced Income Generating Opportunities

Key Takeaways

• Creating Self-awareness
• Professional Grooming
• Healthy Living
• Goal Setting
• Time Management
• Job Opportunities
• Email Writing Etiquettes
• Being a Responsible Citizen
• Balancing Life with Social Media
• Money Management
• Professional Ethics
• Critical Thinking
• Conflict Management
• Group Discussion
• Interview Preparation

Training Impact

The program helped students:

• Develop an identity and improve self-esteem.
• Manage emotions and face challenges.
• Build relationships and polish interpersonal skills.
• Enhance employability skills.
• Improve personal and professional effectiveness.

The life skills component transformed learners into confident, goal-oriented youth, ready to pursue successful careers and cope with life challenges.

Closing Ceremony

Prof. Arun Kumar Dixit, Principal, emphasized the importance of discovering one's unique ability and transforming it into a career. A token of gratitude was presented to the resource persons by Dr. Nidhi Nagar, Coordinator of the event.