Mumbai: 7th August 2024: TeamLease EdTech is proud to announce a new collaborative partnership with the Kerala Government to address the skill requirements, skill gap, and employability challenges in Kerala. This strategic alliance is set to design and implement impactful skill development through the Work Linked Degree Programs along with Credit Linked Diploma and Certificate, tailored to meet the specific needs of Kerala’s economy.
By combining their respective expertise, resources, and networks, TeamLease EdTech and the Government of Kerala are poised to equip Kerala’s workforce with industry-relevant skills through Work-Linked Degree Programs, internships, and apprenticeships. This initiative fosters increased demand from the state and facilitates a mutual exchange of knowledge, best practices, and industry insights between the two parties. The focus on continuous learning and practical experience aims to enhance the employability of individuals across Kerala, ultimately contributing to the state’s socio-economic development.
Shantanu Rooj, Founder, and CEO of TeamLease EdTech, stated, “This partnership represents a significant step towards bridging the skill gap and enhancing employability in Kerala. By integrating work-experience with academic learning, we aim to create a robust talent supply chain that meets the evolving demands of today’s job market. Our collaborative efforts with K-DISC will empower students with the necessary skills and knowledge to thrive in their careers and contribute effectively to the state’s economic growth.”
Dr P V Unnikrishnan, Member Secretary of KDISC, remarked, “The collaboration with TeamLease EdTech is a landmark initiative in our efforts to boost the employability and skill levels of our youth. By providing industry-oriented education and training, we are ensuring that our educated youth are well-equipped to meet the challenges and opportunities of the future. This MoU will significantly enhance the employment prospects of our students, thereby fostering sustainable economic development in Kerala.”
This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between TeamLease EdTech and KDISC underscores a shared commitment to socio-economic development. The initiative will provide gainful employment opportunities through industry-oriented Work Linked Degree Programs, Credit Linked Diplomas, and Certificates, making high-quality education and practical training accessible to all.
About TeamLease EdTech
TeamLease EdTech is India’s leading learning and employability solution Services company. It helps universities launch, run and manage their own Online Programs, helps Institutes improve the employability of their students through apprenticeship programs, and helps corporates build talent supply chains. TeamLease EdTech has an exclusive partnership with 60 of India’s largest Universities across 16 Indian states, it trains 6.5 Lakh students on their platform through 9 Indian languages and work with 1500 corporates in their upskilling/skilling initiatives. Its Digivarsity platform is India’s first multi-university Career and Degree discovery platform.
About KDISC
The Kerala Development and Innovation Strategic Council (K-DISC) is a society under the Travancore Cochin Literary Scientific and Charitable Societies Act 1955 . KDISC is the strategic think-tank advisory body of the Government of Kerala under the Planning and Economic Affairs Department, formulating plans reflecting the latest in technology, product and process innovations for the development of the State under the planning. KDISC aims at promotion of innovation in the State to meet pressing challenges in development through judicious application of Science and Technology, for increased productivity, competitiveness, and employment, and to foster equitable and inclusive development.
