Partners with
global technology majors to introduce specialized programs on
IMS
New Delhi, May 29, 2009: Leading Global Talent Development
Corporation and Asia’s largest IT Trainer, NIIT today announced a pioneering
initiative to create a talent pool, aimed at meeting the industry’s growing need
for certified professionals in the Infrastructure Management Services (IMS)
space.
NIIT has brought together global technology giants Cisco, CompTIA, EMC,
Microsoft, and Sun, to co-design an industry-aligned GNIIT (IMS)
program that will provide students an application-based learning
experience, mapped to global certifications. Short duration, specialization
programs as well as B.Sc (ITIM) from Kuvempu University are part of the
comprehensive offerings from NIIT.
This initiative aims at benefiting- individuals, by enabling an iron-clad
career for them; organizations, by providing them with the assurance of NIIT
training expertise and finally the IMS industry itself by making available
‘globally certified, first-day first-hour’ ready manpower for meeting industry
needs.
According to Nasscom-McKinsey report, the IMS industry – that manages core
IT systems, including hardware, software, connectivity and people – is all set
to become the next frontier for growth. IMS is moving towards a remote delivery
model experiencing an 80% CAGR, with services being provided from offshore
locations. Given its established credentials, India is strongly-positioned to
capture up to $15 billion, of the $28 billion global opportunity in Remote
Infrastructure Management (RIM) over the next four years. This, in turn, will
fuel the demand for experienced workforce with highly specialised
skill-sets.
Mr. Vijay Thadani, CEO NIIT Ltd. said “Infrastructure Management
Services has opened exciting career opportunities for youth around the world and
India, in particular, is poised to take a lead in Remote Infrastructure
delivery.
It has been our constant endeavor to introduce industry relevant
programs which benefit the students and the industry at large. NIIT will address
the rising global talent shortage in this space through the GNIIT (IMS) program
developed in association with our technology partners- Cisco, CompTIA, EMC,
Microsoft, Sun along with Kuvempu University.” he further added.
Aligned to the GNIIT architecture, the GNIIT (IMS) program will be spread
over four semesters in two years, after which students will undergo one year of
Professional Practice. The students will further be offered credit points
equivalent with Kuvempu University’s B.Sc(ITIM) program thus allowing them to
pursue the GNIIT (IMS) program coupled with a Bachelors degree in ITIM (IT
Infrastructure Management).
The curriculum combines the strengths of
technology partners to develop specialized skills on domains like Networking,
Storage Management, Server and Datacentre management, Desktop and Application
Support and Emerging Specializations like Security and Virtualization. NIIT –
with its expertise in education process management and proven instruction
delivery model – will make the program available through its national network of
education centres starting June, 2009.
Besides the flagship 3 year GNIIT (IMS) program for career aspirants who
are still in college, NIIT will also address the skill building needs of working
professionals and Engineering students in the IMS space. Catering to this
segment, NIIT will offer 9-13 month long certification mapped programs on
technologies like: Networking, Storage Management, Server Management, Desktop
and Application Management.
Partner quotes:
“Globalisation will continue to transform India’s economy and will
provide exciting career opportunities to young professionals who possess
market-driven skills. The Infrastructure Management Services (IMS) arena holds
tremendous potential for aspiring Indian IT professionals. Our Workforce
Transformation Program with NIIT will significantly increase student access to
Cisco's leading IT training and certification resources”
Milind Gurjar, Director Global Market Development.
Learning @CISCO
“CompTIA’s leading industry certifications are a valuable credentials for
students interested in a career in technology. We are pleased to be associated
with NIIT as a Global Member to address the huge demand in the emerging domain
of IT infrastructure management. The GNIIT (IMS) programme further strengthens
our association to offer a holistic curriculum towards meeting industry
needs.”
Mr Todd Thibodeaux, President and CEO of
CompTIA
“The strategic alliance with NIIT will enable us to educate
professionals on the advantages of taking up specialized programmes like IMS
(Infrastructure Management Services). The unique GNIIT (IMS) programme focuses
on concepts, principles, design, deployment and management of technologies
rather than specific products and is aimed at producing industry-ready
professionals. We are confident that this association with NIIT will help us
bridge the skill gap in the industry.”
Mr. Alok Ohrie, President EMC India and
SAARC
“The ever increasing demand for skilled professionals and domain
specialization has led to innovation within the Academic space. Kuvempu
University has always maintained a Global focus towards skills development. The
continuing alliance with NIIT for the GNIIT (IMS) programme is an example of
Industry-Academia collaboration and we aspire to meet Industry requirements
through such innovative programs.”
Prof Dr. B S Sherigara, Vice Chancellor, Kuvempu
University
“The demand for IT Professionals in the industry, especially in the domain
of Infrastructure Management Services, is growing and especially in light of the
slowdown. Today businesses are looking for innovative solutions from IT
practitioners to help meet their business needs of higher productivity and lower
costs yet increased efficiencies. The set of innovative programs announced by
NIIT today, integrated with Microsoft technology and certifications, should help
generate skilled and certified professionals to meet the demand and accelerate
the value add by IT professionals to their businesses.”
Mr Rajan Anandan, Managing Director, Microsoft
Corporation India Pvt. Ltd.
“Sun Microsystems India and NIIT have associated with a joint vision
towards developing skills and certified manpower for the IT Industry globally.
The GNIIT (IMS) program is a great platform for any IT career aspirant and would
prepare students for specialized careers like Remote Infrastructure Management,
Datacentre Management etc. through integration of Sun Technology and
Certifications.”
Mr Anil Valluri, Vice, President & Managing
Director India GEM, Sun Microsystems
About NIIT
NIIT Limited, leading Global Talent
Development Corporation and Asia’s largest IT trainer, offers learning and
knowledge solutions to over 5 million students across 40
countries.
Leading IT magazine Dataquest has conferred upon NIIT, the
‘Top IT Training Company’ award successively for the past 15 years, since the
inception of this category. Rated among India’s Business Superbrands 2008,
NIIT’s Individual Learning Business offerings include industry-endorsed programs
for students seeking careers in IT - GNIIT, Edgeineers and Global Net
Plus for IT professionals.
NIIT has provided computer-based learning to over 12,000 government and
private schools. The futuristic NIIT eGURU range for schools is a holistic
education package that comprises of Interactive Classrooms (an
embedded Teaching Learning Material, that uses elements of interactivity,
automation and web links library); Math lab (technology tools
that enable school students to learn and explore mathematical concepts);
IT Wizard (equips the students with core computer knowledge and
IT skills); and Quick School (an Education Resource Planning
solution for school management).
For working professionals, NIIT Imperia, Centre for
Advanced Learning, offers Executive Management Education Programs in association
with Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) at Ahmedabad, Indore, Kolkata,
Lucknow, IMT Ghaziabad and IIFT Delhi.
NIIT Institute of
Finance Banking & Insurance (IFBI), formed by NIIT with equity
participation from ICICI Bank, offers programs for individuals and corporates in
Banking, Financial Services and Insurance.
NIIT Uniqua, Centre for Process Excellence, addresses
the increasing demand for skilled workers in the business and technology
services industry by providing training programs in relevant areas. This is a
part of NIIT Institute of Process Excellence, a NIIT-Genpact venture.
NIIT’s Corporate Learning Solutions, offers integrated
learning solutions (including strategic consulting, learning design, content
development, delivery, technology, assessment and learning management) to
Fortune 500 companies, Universities, Technology companies, Training corporations
and Publishing houses.
NIIT delivers a tailored
combination of catalog learning products, technology and services through
Element K offerings. These include: vLab®: hands-on labs, instructor-led
courseware, comprehensive e-reference libraries, technical journals, and
KnowledgeHub™: hosted learning management platform. This makes NIIT the first
and the best choice for comprehensive learning solutions, worldwide.
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