Hong Kong, SAR

The British Council Hong Kong successfully hosted the British Council East Asia Education Week 2025 from 5 to 7 March 2025, bringing together senior higher education leaders from the UK and East Asia to explore new opportunities for collaboration, research, and innovation, as well as UK alumni from 12 countries and territories in the region to discuss future of international studies and work. The three-day event saw the participation of education agents, UK alumni, UK Vice-Chancellors, alongside policymakers and academic leaders from East Asia, in a series of strategic roundtables, discussions, and site visits aimed at strengthening partnerships and knowledge exchange between the UK and East Asia.

East Asia Education Week 2025

Leighton Ernsberger, Director Education, East Asia, British Council, commented, “The British Council works closely with UK and East Asia stakeholders to strengthen international higher education partnerships. Building on the success of last years inaugural event in Malaysia, this years discussions in Hong Kong not only showcased the best of UK-East Asia collaborations but also inspired the next wave of global research initiatives, transnational education, and student mobility opportunities.”

“Hong Kong is a natural home for the event in East Asia. In terms of research, UK researchers rank third most common among internationally co-authored publications in Hong Kong. Hong Kong is also home to over 72,000 alumni of UK universities in the past 15 years and in 2022/23 there where over 19,000 enrolments on UK transnational education programmes, making Hong Kong, on its own, the fourth largest partner for teaching and learning in the region with the UK. This illustrates the depth and strategic nature of partnerships between Hong Kong and the UK.”

Susannah Morley, Director of British Council Hong Kong, added, “We were delighted to host the British Council East Asia Education Week in Hong Kong, where delegates from across the region engaged in critical conversations on the future of higher education and global collaboration. The participation of Vice-Chancellors from the UK on an outward mission to Hong Kong has reinvigorated partnerships and fostered new opportunities in education, research, and knowledge exchange.”

“This mission focused on three priority areas – arts and culture, allied health and big data, and innovation and knowledge transfer. By strengthening connections between universities in the UK and Hong Kong, we aim to create a platform for sustainable collaboration that not only benefits both Hong Kong SAR and the UK but also contributes to the broader Greater Bay Areas (GBA) education and innovation ecosystem.”

Key discussions shaping the future of UK-East Asia partnerships
The event featured a UK Vice-Chancellors Higher Education Mission, where UK university leaders engaged with East Asias higher education sector through site visits, strategic briefings, and discussions on research collaboration, innovation, and funding opportunities.

The East Asia Agent Conference 2025 brought together almost 200 senior directors of education agencies, universities, and aggregators from 13 countries and territories and the UK under the theme “Innovate for a Sustainable Future.” The conference focused on improving the quality of advice available to students, the value of UK qualifications and the student voice, concluding with a networking reception, fostering new connections between UK government representatives and academic leaders.

The East Asia Agent Conference reaffirmed the UKs commitment to high-quality student support and ethical recruitment. The panel discussions throughout the day highlighted the Agent Quality Framework (AQF), a framework designed to strengthen the partnership between the UK education sector and agents and counsellors, while recognising and sharing best practices. The conference also recognised the importance of alumni engagement, employability-driven strategies, and the need for innovation in agency services to navigate market challenges and strengthen the UKs position as a top study destination.

Alumni UK: A global network for graduates
Another key component of the East Asia Education Week was the Alumni UK Symposium, which brought together over 200 UK alumni from 12 countries and territories in East Asia to exchange insights and strengthen professional networks. The Alumni Symposium highlighted the impact of a UK education on career success, emphasising adaptability, resilience, and an entrepreneurial mindset. A series of panel discussions among alumni also underscored the power of alumni networks, the need for lifelong learning, and the importance of leveraging global connections to navigate evolving job markets and drive positive societal change. The event also provided the opportunity to celebrate 33 alumni of the British Councils Women in STEM scholarship from across Southeast Asia and the new British Council Scholarship for Women in Hong Kong, launched in 2024 and supported by the Sir Tang Shiu Kin Education Trust ahead of International Womens Day. The first cohort of four students from Hong Kong are currently in the UK studying at Newcastle universities.

Connecting UK alumni from around the world, the British Council Alumni UK platform creates a global network designed to connect graduates of UK universities with their peers worldwide and provides professional development and job opportunities to support career progression.

The event was supported by several partners: the University of Hong Kong provided an amazing backdrop to the event, Pearson PTE as Gold partners for the week, Easy Transfer as the reception sponsor, British Council IELTS, Grok Global Services and Oxford International Education Group as event partners. Several UK partners were at the heart of event as well, UK Research and Innovation (UKRI), UK Universities International (UUKI), British University International Liaison Association (BUILA) and UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI), reflecting the strategic importance of Hong Kong to the UK.

To learn more about Alumni UK, visit alumniuk.britishcouncil.org.

For more details on the British Council East Asia Education Week, please visit:
www.britishcouncil.hk/en/programmes/education/british-council-east-asia-education-week-2025

In support of Women’s empowerment, the founder-chancellor of Vels Institute of Science and Technology and Advanced Studies (VISTAS) Dr. Ishari. K. Ganesh donated Rs. 10,00,000 to World Carrom Champion Ms. Khazima, and also announced a 100% scholarship for her MBA in recognition of her exceptional achievements in sports. This generous gesture was announced during the institution’s celebration of International Women’s Day.

VISTAS Founder Chancellor Dr. Ishari K. Ganesh presented a cheque of Rs. 10,00,000 to the father of World Carrom Champion Khazima in recognition of her remarkable victory

The event, held on March 10, 2025, was a grand occasion that honored remarkable women achievers across various fields, reinforcing VISTAS unwavering commitment to empowering women.

VISTAS celebrates Inspirational Women

During the event, the prestigious Inspirational Women Awards were presented to several distinguished women for their significant contributions. The recipients of these awards included:

• Ms. Nigar Shaji, Aditya L1, ISRO Scientist – for Excellence in Innovation and Technology

• Ms. Rajeshwari I.P.S, Inspector General of Police, Member Secretary, Tamil Nadu Uniformed Services Recruitment Board – for Social Service

• Ms. Khazima, World Carrom Champion – for Excellence in Sports

• Ms. Kushboo, Indian Film Actress and Producer – for Excellence in the Field of Media

• Ms. Maalica Ravikumar, Founder of Evergrowth Academy – for Excellence in Entrepreneurship

V-Fund 5.0: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs

VISTAS also celebrated its ongoing commitment to fostering women entrepreneurship through the V Fund program. Since its inception VISTAS supported 12 women-led startups with Rs. 24 lakh in funding, mentorship, and incubation support. This year, V Fund 5.0 saw an overwhelming response with 204 applications from aspiring women entrepreneurs and after a rigorous evaluation three women entrepreneurs were awarded Rs. 2 lakh each to develop their innovative ventures.

Leadership at VISTAS

The event was graced by the leadership of VISTAS, with Dr. Ishari K. Ganesh, Founder Chancellor, and Dr. Preethaa Ganesh, Vice President, Vels Group of Institutions, expressing their dedication to empowering women and fostering academic and entrepreneurial excellence.

About VISTAS

Established in 2008, Vels Institute of Science, Technology, and Advanced Studies (VISTAS) is recognized as one of the best deemed university in Chennai. With three expansive campuses spanning 100 acres in Chennai, VISTAS is a multi-disciplinary institution offering a diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines including Medicine, Nursing, Engineering, Agriculture, Management, Law, Arts, and Sciences. VISTAS recently achieved the prestigious NAAC A++ accreditation, further solidifying its reputation for academic excellence and holistic development.

For more details visit vistas.ac.in | erp.vistas.ac.in/velsonline/applicationist/loginManager/applicantRegistration.jsp.

Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Limited (“ABSLI”), the life insurance subsidiary of Aditya Birla Capital, opened its first-ever all-women branch in Mulund (West), Mumbai, aimed at specifically empowering women through meaningful career opportunities. The move reinforces the companys commitment at strengthening its presence within the city and expanding its distribution footprint to serve customers across the suburban district.

ABSLI’s first all-women branch in Mulund, Mumbai inaugurated by Mr. Kamlesh Rao, MD & CEO of Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance in the presence of other company officials

The branch will be manned by 50 women and the company has plans to onboard additional workforce in the coming months. The all-women’s branch fosters a supportive environment for professional growth while ensuring work-life balance. A standout feature of the Mulund Branch is its dedicated play area, allowing employees and advisors to work efficiently while their children remain engaged within the premises.

Mr. Kamlesh Rao, MD & CEO, Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Limited, said, “Women invariably find themselves always at the center of expectations, responsibilities, sacrifices, aspirations, and life-changing circumstances. The launch of our first ‘all women’s branch’ reflects our commitment to creating opportunities for women to build sustainable careers. By providing a supportive work environment, we aim to help them achieve financial independence.”

This branch opening comes on the heels of International Women’s Day and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives driven across various businesses of Aditya Birla Capital to celebrate the power of allyship, empowerment, respect and equal opportunity that supports women.

About Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Limited

Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Company Limited (“ABSLI”) is a part of Aditya Birla Capital Ltd (“ABCL”). ABSLI was incorporated on August 4th, 2000, and commenced operations on January 17th, 2001. ABSLI is a 51:49 a joint venture between the Aditya Birla Group and Sun Life Financial Inc., an international financial services organization in Canada. ABSLI offers a range of products across the customer’s life cycle, including children future plans, wealth protection plans, retirement and pension solutions, health plans, traditional term plans and Unit Linked Insurance Plans (“ULIPs”).

As of Dec 31, 2024 total AUM of ABSLI stood at Rs. 97,286 Cr. ABSLI recorded a gross premium income of Rs. 13,605 Cr. and registering a y-o-y growth in Gross Premium with Individual Business FYP with Single Premium at 10% at 22.5%. ABSLI has a nationwide distribution presence through 380+ branches, 11 bancassurance partners, 6 distribution channels, over 62,600+ direct selling agents, other Corporate Agents and Brokers through its website. The company has over 29,000 employees and 20.58 lakh active customers.

About Aditya Birla Capital Limited

Aditya Birla Capital Limited (“ABCL”) is a registered Core Investment Company (“CIC’) and the holding company of the financial services businesses. Through its subsidiaries/JVs, ABCL provides a comprehensive suite of financial solutions across Loans, Investments, Insurance, and Payments to serve the diverse needs of customers across their lifecycles. Powered by over 59,000 employees, the businesses of ABCL have a nationwide reach with over 1,482 branches and more than 200,000 agents/channel partners along with several bank partners. As of December 31, 2024, Aditya Birla Capital Limited manages aggregate assets under management of over Rs. 5.03 Lakh Crore with a consolidated lending book of over Rs 1.46 Lakh Crore through its subsidiaries/JVs.

Aditya Birla Capital Limited is a part of the US$66 billion global conglomerate Aditya Birla Group, which is in the league of Fortune 500. Anchored by an extraordinary force of over 187,000 employees belonging to 100 nationalities, the Group is built on a strong foundation of stakeholder value creation. With over seven decades of responsible business practices, the Group’s businesses have grown into global powerhouses in a wide range of sectors – from metals to cement, fashion to financial services and textiles to trading. Today, over 50% of the Group’s revenues flow from overseas operations that span over 40 countries in North and South America, Africa, Asia, and Europe.

For more information, visit www.adityabirlacapital.com.

Segwise, the AI-first User Acquisition platform, announced today the launch of Creative Analytics and Insights as part of its fast-growing UA platform. The Creative Analytics AI Agent uses multimodal AI to help mobile game and app publishers understand precisely how different elements of their ad creatives-such as Backgrounds, Calls-To-Action, Characters, Emotional Hooks and more-are driving creative performance, so that they can optimise their creatives for better return on ad spend.

L-R: Shobhit Gupta and Brijesh Bharadwaj, Co-founders at Segwise

Most successful app publishers today must undertake time-consuming tasks to manually tag, analyze and try to decipher how the various elements of their creatives are performing-tasks made ever more difficult when running hundreds of creatives across many different ad networks. Segwises AI-first solution to this problem enables it to automatically tag all sorts of creative elements, even for formats such as Videos and Playables. Publishers can also create custom tags to make sure they’re getting detailed data on any elements unique to their creatives.

Segwise’s Creative Analytics and Insights dashboard then provides aggregated creative data from across all major ad networks, helping publishers pinpoint the precise creative elements and combinations that are driving performance-as well as the ones that are dragging it down. It enables them to understand important trends such as how creative elements are performing on certain networks or in specific geographies, while also helping them detect creative fatigue. These and many other insights are provided to help marketers maximize their creative performance.

The new AI agent from Segwise is the second in its fast-growing, AI-first UA platform. The company’s AI Powered Campaign Monitoring and Alerting agent, which automatically fetches and analyzes data from an app publisher’s Mobile Measurement Partner (MMPs) and catches issues that need attention, was voted the “#1 Marketing Product of the Week” when it launched on Product Hunt in Q4 of last year. Segwise plans to release more AI agents throughout the course of 2025 as it continues to build out a unified, end-to-end UA platform-one built with AI from the ground up to help mobile app marketers simplify and improve every step of the UA stack.

“We believe that in the very near future, AI agents will play a critical role making all UA teams more effective,” said Brijesh Bharadwaj, Co-founder and CEO of Segwise. “We took all the learnings from the challenges of running UA campaigns ourselves and used them to build a platform of agents that would automate the grunt work so that UA teams can focus on the strategic decisions that drive ROAS. With all of the complexities of attribution, measurement, and analysis in the post-IDFA world we live in today, UA managers need a platform like ours to get the most out of their ad spends.”

Carol Miu, Ex-CEO of PeopleFun Games, joins Segwise as an advisor, Here’s what she had to say, “As the scale of UA grows for a publisher, better monitoring on campaign performance and granular creative analytics can lead to millions of dollars of savings in ad spend. Segwise is building a platform of AI agents to help UA teams do this easily and improve ROAS. I am excited to join them on their journey as an advisor!“

About Segwise
Segwise is revolutionizing the way mobile marketers grow their apps. With an AI-first platform built from the ground up for today’s privacy-first world, Segwise empowers app marketers with AI agents that can monitor campaign data across ad networks and enhance their ad creative performance.

For more information, visit www.segwise.com.

Now in its second year, the Gaurs Women Icon Summit & Awards 2025, hosted by Gaurs Foundation-the CSR initiative of Gaurs Group-is emerging as a significant platform celebrating women’s empowerment.

Gaurs Foundation Hosts the 2nd Edition of Women Icon Summit & Awards 2025

The event is steadily establishing itself as a prestigious forum that honors the resilience, achievements, and contributions of women across diverse fields. With each edition, it serves as a dynamic platform where women from all walks of life can connect, learn, and celebrate their achievements.

Held at The Gaurs Sarovar Premiere, Greater Noida West, the evening was an inspiring convergence of thought leaders and change-makers. Featuring insightful discussions on crucial topics such as Menopause Awareness, Image Building & Confidence Boosting, and Meditation for Inner Power, the event provided attendees with not just knowledge but actionable tools for self-growth and empowerment.

The event was honored by the esteemed presence of DCP Preeti Yadav (IPS), Gautam Buddha Nagar, as the Chief Guest. Delivering a compelling and insightful session on Cyber Security for Women, she emphasized the critical importance of digital safety in today’s increasingly connected world. Her address empowered attendees with essential knowledge and strategies to navigate the digital space securely, reinforcing the need for vigilance and awareness.

Additionally, Ms. Lovely Sharma, a distinguished poetess and motivational speaker, and Ms. Nikita Kumar, an accomplished table tennis coach and mentor, were Guests of Honour. They shared inspiring narratives, underscoring the importance of self-focus and cultivating a mindset that fuels success and unleashes potential.

Manju Gaur, Director, Gaurs Group, highlighted the vital role of women in shaping the nation’s future, stating: “Women today are breaking barriers and driving change across industries, but true empowerment comes with purpose-one that extends beyond professional success to nurturing strong families. As mothers, raising future leaders is our utmost responsibility, just as building a fulfilling career is. Striking this balance is a testament to a woman’s resilience and strength. Through this event, we celebrate women who are stepping out, exploring new paths, and bringing a Midas touch to everything they pursue.”

Key collaborators-Latika Wadhwa (Mompreneur Circle), Dr. Sonam Mahajan (The Content Canvas), Dr. Neha Gupta (Obstetrics & Gynaecologist), and Jasneet Shrivastava (Meditation Expert)-enriched the summit with their expertise, reinforcing the message of empowerment, leadership, and continuous growth.

Key Recipients of Women Icon Summit & Awards 2025

• Neshwa S. – Recognized as the Rising Star in Beauty Artistry

• Nikita Kumar – Honored for her Extraordinary Commitment to Sports

• Jyoti Awasthi – Awarded for Promoting Organic Farming and Sustainable Living

• Vimlesh Sharma – Acknowledged for Her Humanitarian Contributions

• Sandhya Sinha – Celebrated for Her Entrepreneurial Spirit

• Shipra Goyal – Recognized for Sustainability and Art Revival

• Rakhi Garg – Celebrated for Revolutionizing the Reading Experience

• Soni Goyal – Honored for Her Work in Fabric Hand Painting and Art Revival

• Sampada Atri – Acknowledged for Her Leadership in Business and Brand Strategy

• Manjima Roy – Recognized for Her Contributions to Classical Music

…and many more inspiring women.

As it evolves, the initiative remains committed to championing the strength, resilience, and limitless potential of women-reinforcing the belief that when women uplift each other, they create a more inclusive and progressive society.

Personal loans have emerged as a popular choice for individuals seeking quick access to funds for a diverse range of reasons. Many financial institutions these days offer collateral-free personal loans, at competitive interest rates, making them easily accessible for people from all walks of life. However, with the convenience of these loans comes the importance of understanding the associated fees and charges. To ensure informed decision-making, borrowers should be aware of the factors that determine the fees and charges of personal loans.

Transparency in Personal Loan Fees and Charges

Shriram Finance, a reputed Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) maintains transparency in the fees and charges of Shriram Personal Loan, making it one of the top choices in the personal loan landscape.

Things to Understand About Personal Loan Fees and Charges

Discussed below are a few things that applicants must understand about the interest rates, and fees and charges of personal loans to make an informed borrowing decision:

1. Interest Rates:

• Annual Percentage Rate (APR): The APR represents the total cost of borrowing, including interest and other fees. Compare APRs from different lenders to identify the most affordable option.

2. Processing Fees:

• One-Time Charge: Processing fees are typically a one-time charge levied by lenders to cover administrative costs associated with processing the loan application.

• Percentage of Loan Amount: Depending on the financial institution’s policies, processing fees can often be expressed as a percentage of the loan amount.

3. Prepayment Charges:

• Penalty for Early Repayment: Some loan providers may impose prepayment or foreclosure charges if you decide to repay the loan before the scheduled term. Discuss with your loan provider to gain a holistic picture of these charges.

• Check for Waiver Options: Enquire about any waiver options or conditions for prepayment charges.

4. Late Payment Fees:

• Penalty for Missed Payments: Late payment fees are incurred when you fail to make a payment on the due date.

• Impact on Credit Score: Late payments can negatively impact your credit score. Enable auto-debit options to avoid late payments and therefore, negatively affecting your credit score.

5. Other Charges:

• Documentation Charges: These fees may be charged for document verification and processing.

• Stamp Duty: In some jurisdictions, stamp duty may be applicable on loan agreements.
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By understanding the various fees and charges associated with personal loans, borrowers can make informed decisions and choose the most suitable loan option for their financial needs.

Fees and Charges of Shriram Personal Loan

Besides the compelling features and competitive interest rates, one of the more important reasons for borrowers to opt for Shriram Personal Loan is its transparency in fees and charges.

The interest rate for Shriram Personal Loan starts at 12%* p.a. and could be tailored to your requirements and financial profile. Additionally, with a minimal processing fee of up to 5%* and foreclosure charges of up to 4%*, applicants can save on the total cost of the loan and manage the outflow of cash effectively.

Here are some more advantages of applying for a personal loan from Shriram Finance:

• Collateral-Free Loans: Shriram Finance offers the option of applying for collateral-free loans up to ₹10,00,000*.

• Quick Approvals: You could also be pre-approved for a Shriram Personal Loan, making loan approval quick.

• Easy Repayment Options: With loan tenures ranging from 12* to 60* months, you can choose a repayment term that eases your EMI burden.

• Fully Digital Experience: Borrowers can start their loan application journey from the comfort of their homes with the option to effortlessly upload the required documents online.

• Regular Payment Reminders: Shriram Finance sends periodical alerts about EMI payments to your registered phone number, enabling you to make timely payments and avoid late payment charges.
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Conclusion

With personal loans becoming increasingly simple to apply and be sanctioned for, understanding the fees and charges associated with them is non-negotiable. Comparing the loan products from different lenders can help you make a wise choice and apply for the loan that suits your financial profile the best.

Shriram Personal Loan, with its appealing features and benefits, can be one of the top choices while shopping around for loans. Whether you are looking to fund your dream wedding or cater to a medical emergency, Shriram Finance is here to support your needs.

*Above mentioned loan amount, rates and tenure are as per the company’s Digital Personal Loan Policy

About Shriram Finance

Shriram Finance is a leading diversified financial services company in India, offering a wide range of financial products and services across consumer, wholesale, and business finance segments. The company has a strong presence pan India with a network of 3,196 branches and an employee strength of 79,405 with an AUM of Rs. 254,469 crores. With a focus on financial inclusion and customer-centricity, Shriram Finance continues to empower individuals and businesses to achieve their financial goals.

Chitkara University, Punjab, successfully hosted the highly anticipated international student convention, ANVESHAN 2024-25, on March 10-11, 2025. The event brought together bright minds from across India, providing a platform for young innovators to showcase their projects and exchange ideas.

Dr. Vinay Kumar Pathak, President AIU, Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Pro Chancellor Chitkara University and Dr. Sandhir Sharma, VC at the inaugural session of ANVESHAN 2024-25 at Chitkara University

The convention was inaugurated by Dr. Vinay Kumar Pathak, President of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi, and Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Pro Chancellor of Chitkara University, Punjab. Both leaders highlighted the importance of fostering innovation and interdisciplinary collaboration in academia, emphasizing that such initiatives are vital to shaping the future of education and research.

With over 250 student innovators and mentors from across India’s South, East, West, and North Zones, ANVESHAN 2024-25 featured 72 shortlisted projects from the Zonal Anveshan rounds. These projects were meticulously evaluated by a distinguished panel of 18 judges, including experts from AIIMS Bhatinda, PGIMER Chandigarh, CSIO (Chandigarh), and renowned university professors. The event offered students a platform to present their research, creative solutions, and innovations across various fields.

On the second day, Dr. Pankaj Mittal, Secretary General of AIU, New Delhi, joined Dr. Madhu Chitkara in honoring the winners of the convention, presenting them with mementos and cash prizes in recognition of their outstanding achievements. The event also stood out for its global inclusivity, with seven international students from countries such as France, showcasing their innovative projects. A standout project from France clinched the top honor, underscoring the convention’s international appeal and significance in fostering global collaboration.

In her closing remarks, Dr. Madhu Chitkara expressed pride in the success of ANVESHAN 2024-25, stating, “The event has once again proven to be a melting pot of ideas, bridging geographical and cultural gaps through innovation. We are proud to provide a platform where young minds turn challenges into opportunities, and we look forward to continuing our commitment to nurturing creativity, research, and global partnerships in education.”

The convention concluded on a high note, reaffirming Chitkara University’s dedication to fostering creativity, research, and international collaboration in education. By bringing together a diverse group of students and mentors, ANVESHAN 2024-25 furthered Chitkara University’s vision of creating a global academic community driven by innovation.

About Chitkara University

Chitkara University is a premier institution of higher education, known for its focus on innovation, research, and holistic development. With state-of-the-art facilities and a global outlook, the university offers cutting-edge programmes that empower students to become industry leaders and entrepreneurs.

For more information visit : www.chitkara.edu.in.

In a landmark collaboration aimed at shaping the future of finance and technology education, NSE Academy Limited, a subsidiary of the National Stock Exchange, and Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), an Institution of Eminence Deemed to be University, have signed a strategic agreement to introduce industry-relevant certification programs.

NSE Academy and MAHE forge strategic partnership

This partnership will empower students enrolled in B.Com. (Capital Markets), B.Com. (Fintech and Data Analytics), and M.Com. (Fintech and Analytics) at MAHE’s Department of Commerce, Manipal Campus, with specialized certifications in Capital Markets, Fintech, and Data Analytics-offering them a competitive edge in the job market.

The newly launched Undergraduate Certification in Capital Markets, Undergraduate Certification in Fintech and Data Analytics, and Postgraduate Certification in Fintech and Data Analytics will provide students with cutting-edge knowledge on capital markets, fintech, and analytics, complemented by insights into emerging trends, regulatory frameworks, and industry-demanded skill sets.

Students will gain access to regulatory certifications, hands-on industry internships, global learning opportunities through semester abroad programs at MAHE’s partner universities, and exclusive mentorship from industry practitioners via projects, guest lectures and workshops.

Speaking on the occasion, Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh, Vice Chancellor, MAHE, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, emphasizing MAHE’s commitment to building a future-ready workforce that will contribute to India’s transformation into a developed economy.

“With these programs, we are not only providing our students with an academic degree but also equipping them with industry-recognized certifications that will unlock high-growth career opportunities in capital markets, fintech, and analytics-domains where demand for skilled professionals far exceeds supply,” he remarked.

Echoing this vision, Mr. Ranganathan S, Associate Vice President, NSE Academy, highlighted NSE Academy’s excitement to work with MAHE in developing a pipeline of industry-ready talent.

“This collaboration stands out due to its unique curriculum structure, blending core finance and technology knowledge with real-world applications. Students will study courses on AI and ML, Block Chain, Digital Currencies, Big Data, and the like from expert industry practitioners. We are confident that students graduating from these programs will be among the most sought-after professionals in the industry,” he added.

The agreement was formalized in the presence of Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M. D. Venkatesh, Vice Chancellor, MAHE, Dr. P. Giridhar Kini, Registrar, MAHE, Mr. Ranganathan S, Associate Vice President, NSE Academy, Dr. Sandeep S Shenoy, Head, Department of Commerce, MAHE, Dr. Subrahmanya Kumar N, Associate Head, Department of Commerce, MAHE, Dr. Rashmi Y Pai, Associate Head, Department of Commerce, MAHE, and Mr. Raghavendra S, Deputy Manager, NSE Academy.

With finance and fintech careers becoming increasingly dynamic, data-driven, and technology-intensive, this partnership between NSE Academy and MAHE is set to redefine commerce education, bridge the industry-academia gap, and create a future-ready workforce poised for success in India’s rapidly evolving financial landscape.

For more information on these programs you may visit www.manipal.edu/doc.html