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Skill Development

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Driving Youth Empowerment: How the PM Internship Scheme Fuels Skilling Initiatives

Skill Development IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum December 13, 2024
Our youth are the driving force of India’s future, brimming with immense potential and ambition. With over 50% of India’s population under the age of 25, the country boasts the highest youth population in the world. However, the critical challenge remains in bridging the chasm between education and employability. With approximately 12 million new entrants […]
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Skill Development in Higher Education in India: Challenges, Opportunities, and the Road Ahead

Skill Development IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum December 10, 2024
India’s higher education sector, particularly in engineering and management, is at a critical juncture. While the country produces more engineers and MBA graduates annually than the United States and China combined—approximately 15 lakh engineers and 3-5 lakh MBA graduates—several systemic issues undermine the value and employability of these degrees. In this article we explore the […]
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Bridging the Skills Gap in the Electronics Sector: Strategies for a Future-Ready Workforce

Skill Development IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum November 28, 2024
India’s prowess in the global electronics sector is on a remarkable rise, fueled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s ambitious vision to transform the country into a $500 billion electronics manufacturing hub by 2030. This bold goal aims to revolutionize the industry, positioning India as a global leader in electronics production. The Ministry of Electronics and […]
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Economic Shifts and Employment Opportunities: Navigating the Workforce Development in India 

Skill Development IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum November 27, 2024
India’s future is fundamentally tied to its focus on employment generation, workforce development and skill development, reflecting the nation’s ambitions for economic advancement and social upliftment. The Union Budget for 2024–25 has made a strategic pivot, placing an unprecedented emphasis on these domains, particularly given that 65% of India’s burgeoning population is under 35. Despite […]
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Competition is the key to Revitalizing India’s Vocational Education

Skill Development IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum September 24, 2024
As a frequent traveller, I may appreciate the convenience of new airports in cities like Delhi and Mumbai. However, the high User Development Fees (UDF) make travellers like me feel like hostages, as we have no alternative airports due to a rule prohibiting new ones within 125 km of existing airports. Perhaps lifting this restriction […]
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Transforming School Education to Build Future-Ready Skills

Skill Development IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum September 16, 2024
Nelson Mandela once said, “Like slavery and apartheid, poverty is not natural. It is man-made, and it can be overcome and eradicated by the actions of human beings.” One of the most effective and sustainable ways to eliminate poverty is through proper school education and skill development. While India’s skills gap and job creation crisis […]
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5 Essential Skills for Career Advancement

Skill Development IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum August 21, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of today’s workplace, certain core skills are essential for career growth and success. Whether you’re embarking on your career journey or aiming to ascend the corporate ladder, developing and refining these five essential skills — effective communication, content development, digital tool proficiency, social media expertise, and networking—can significantly enhance your professional […]
Employability

India’s Job Crisis: What are the Barriers to Employability?

Skill Development IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum July 30, 2024
India stands at a critical juncture in its economic development, with a workforce of nearly 56.5 crore and a youth population that is both a tremendous asset and a formidable challenge. Despite significant progress in various sectors, employability remains a daunting issue, with a staggering portion of the youth lacking the skills needed for a […]
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Careers in Design: Exploring Lucrative Paths

Skill Development IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum June 3, 2024
The allure of a career in design has grown exponentially in today’s modern world of work. Design permeates every aspect of our lives, from the products we use to the digital interfaces we navigate daily. As businesses recognise the pivotal role of design in capturing market share and fostering user engagement, the demand for skilled […]
Intelligence Quotient

Unlocking Success: How Emotional Intelligence (EQ) Triumphs Over Intelligence Quotient (IQ) in the Workplace and Beyond

Skill Development IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum May 29, 2024
In the bustling realm of professional endeavours, where intellect often takes the spotlight, there exists a silent hero that often goes unnoticed yet wields immense power – Emotional Intelligence (EQ). While Intelligence Quotient (IQ) has long been hailed as the measure of cognitive prowess, EQ quietly emerges as the beacon guiding individuals through the intricate […]
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Career Advice for MBA Graduates in India’s Dynamic Landscape

Skill Development IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum April 30, 2024
In the forthcoming era, the decisions made by India’s MBA graduates will hold as much significance as their skills. In J.K. Rowling’s “Chamber of Secrets,” Dumbledore imparts to Harry Potter, “It is our choices more than our abilities that reveal what we are.” As a nation, our post-1947 political choices sculpted the world’s largest democracy […]

Prompt Engineering: Navigating the Technological Horizon with Skill and Agility

Skill Development IEF Editorial Team India Employer Forum April 25, 2024
As the world of work moves towards modern technology, Prompt Engineering has emerged as a pivotal discipline, blending agility, innovation, and technical expertise to drive digital transformation across industries. As its relevance continues to soar, particularly in India’s burgeoning tech ecosystem, understanding the intricacies of Prompt Engineering is essential for aspiring professionals and organizations alike. […]
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