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IGNOU launches CII Career Edge Academy: Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) on the occasion of its 40th Foundation Day has launched CII Career Edge Academy, a significant step to strengthen industry-linked skill development for learners across India. The launch took place at the IGNOU headquarters in the presence of Professor Peter Scott, President and CEO, Commonwealth of Learning (COL), Professor Uma Kanjilal, Vice-Chancellor, IGNOU and Shri Saurabh Roy Chowdhury, Executive Director, Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
Senior officials of the university, faculty members and invited guests were also part of the Foundation Day programme.
The new academy aims to provide industry-aligned training programmes, practical skill-building modules and employability-focused learning pathways to students and working professionals to help them meet emerging job-market demands. By combining IGNOU’s broad national reach with CII’s industry expertise, the Academy will provide learners with opportunities to develop practical, workplace-relevant skills.
Speaking at the inauguration, IGNOU Vice-Chancellor Professor Uma Kanjilal said that this initiative strengthens the relationship between academia and industry.
He said, “This academy reflects our commitment to building strong bridges between academia and industry. By collaborating with CII, we are opening new avenues for our learners to develop skills that directly aid their career development and improve their employability.”
CII Career Edge Academy is expected to support learners across IGNOU’s extensive network of regional centers and study centres, helping to create a more skilled and future-ready workforce.
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