Cambridge University Press and Assessment
- Designated learning centres of NSDC will be branded as Cambridge Learning Partners across relevant cities
- Initiative to provide NSDC with an effective and affordable model for building English language communication skills across India to help candidates in both domestic as well as international jobs
NEW DELHI, 9th FEBRUARY, 2023 (GPN): Cambridge University Press and Assessment (CUP&A) today announced that it has partnered with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) in improving the English language skills of students seeking to travel abroad for work to help them land their dream jobs overseas. The MoU was signed by the CEO of NSDC Shri Ved Mani Tiwary and Mr. Arun Rajamani, MD, Cambridge University Press and Assessment.
As part of the agreement, Cambridge will provide a diagnostic test, develop learning pathways, provide print and digital content, support teacher training, and deliver high-stakes tests like IELTS and OET for Indian students at NSDC-linked training institutions. NSDC will support the initiative by mobilizing students for the diagnostic tests, providing infrastructure for learning, managing the delivery of the program at the facility, deploying trained trainers, and deploying Cambridge content and assessment for learning.
The designated learning centres of NSDC will also be branded as Cambridge Learning Partners to help mobilize students in the relevant geography. The partnership will initially lead to the opening of 30 approved Cambridge Learning Centers across 50 cities in the first phase and act as a hub and spoke model to reach all states.
Speaking on the collaboration, Ved Mani Tiwary, CEO, of National Skill Development Corporation said, “We are delighted to have collaborated with Cambridge University Press and Assessment. This partnership aligns with our mission of providing affordable and quality education and skills training to the youth and will go a long way to meet the demand for skilled Indians across global markets. This partnership will be a valuable addition to our portfolio of skills training programmes.”
Commenting on the signing of MoU, Arun Rajamani, Managing Director, South Asia, Cambridge University Press & Assessment, said, “English is the global language for business and in a globalized economy, it is the language of choice that facilitates communications and performance for enterprises across geographically diverse functions and business endeavours. While India is no stranger to English, it is an aspirational language for many young Indians entering the workforce as well as those looking to move overseas. Our partnership with the National Skill Development Corporation will help create an enabling environment for such English learners by providing a comprehensive English learning programme, including preparation for the IELTS exam. We believe that through this partnership, we can help create a brighter future for students, and teachers and support their journey towards helping meet their personal and professional goals.”
These centers will offer world-class IELTS learning experiences to students aspiring to pursue education and career options overseas including in specialized areas such as healthcare and other general trades. Cambridge will provide the diagnostic tests, develop learning pathways, provide print and digital content, support teacher training, employability certification / high stakes readiness tests, and help deliver high stakes tests like IELTS / OET for Indian students at these training centers.
About Cambridge Learning Partner
Cambridge Learning Partner (CLP) is a unique program launched by Cambridge South Asia, inviting partners to offer ILETS Preparation in association with Cambridge University Press & Assessment.
The CLP program aims to deliver world class competitive learning and preparatory experience for all IELTS aspirants by providing a best-in-class infrastructure through official IELTS preparatory materials, trained & qualified teachers, the latest pedagogy, and much more.
About NSDC
National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) is a not-for-profit public limited company incorporated on July 31, 2008, under section 25 of the Companies Act, 1956 (corresponding to section 8 of the Companies Act, 2013). NSDC was set up by Ministry of Finance as Public Private Partnership (PPP) model. The Government of India through Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) holds 49% of the share capital of NSDC, while the private sector has the balance 51% of the share capital’s aims to promote skill development by catalysing creation of large, quality and for-profit vocational institutions. Further, the organisation provides funding to build scalable and profitable vocational training initiatives. Its mandate is also to enable support system which focuses on quality assurance, information systems and train the trainer academies either directly or through partnerships. NSDC acts as a catalyst in skill development by providing funding to enterprises, companies and organizations that provide skill training. It also develops appropriate models to enhance, support and coordinate private sector initiatives. The differentiated focus on 37 sectors under NSDC’s purview and its understanding of their viability will make every sector attractive to private investment.
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