Employablity Skills

Corporate Resource Center – GD Goenka University

At GD Goenka University, we recognize that education extends beyond classroom learning. Preparing students to excel in a rapidly evolving global environment requires a comprehensive ecosystem that blends academic excellence with practical industry exposure.

The Corporate Resource Center is driven by the vision of creating career-ready graduates equipped with industry-relevant knowledge, skills, and competencies. The Corporate Resource Center aims to bridge the gap between academic learning and industry expectations through structured initiatives, continuous engagement with corporate partners, and immersive skill-building programs.

Best Practices in Career Advancement

The CRC follows globally recognized best practices to ensure that students receive high-quality career services and training. These practices include personalized career counseling, structured employability enhancement programs, integrated learning approaches, and continuous feedback mechanisms.

• Career Counseling and Guidance Framework – Personalized counseling sessions help students identify strengths, interests, and align career aspirations with academic pursuits.
• Structured Employability Programs – Workshops, training modules, and interventions enhance technical and soft skills.
• Integrated Learning – Internships, live projects, and case studies ensure industry exposure.
• Continuous Feedback – Engagement with students, faculty, and recruiters refines training and placement strategies.

Industry–Academia Collaboration

The CRC actively collaborates with leading organizations to enhance the academic experience and provide real-time exposure to industry practices.

• Strategic Partnerships – Internships, joint projects, and workshops with corporates.
• Advisory Boards – Industry leaders review curricula and suggest future skills.
• Collaborative Research – Partnerships with industry in research and innovation.
• Corporate Immersion – Students engage directly with corporate environments.

Employability Enhancement Programs

The CRC delivers tailored employability programs to ensure students are job-ready. These programs focus on skill mapping, technical and soft skill training, and placement readiness.

• Skill Assessment and Mapping – Identifying gaps and recommending personalized learning paths.
• Training Modules – Covering communication, problem-solving, leadership, digital tools, and workplace ethics.
• Internships – Practical experience with corporate partners.
• Placement Readiness – Mock interviews, resume clinics, and LinkedIn profile building.
• Entrepreneurship Support – Access to incubation centers, mentorship, and startup guidance.

Skill Building Initiatives

Skill-building is at the core of CRC initiatives, ensuring students remain competitive in dynamic career landscapes.

• Certifications – Recognized credentials in domains like data analytics, digital marketing, and project management.
• Workshops & Bootcamps – Focused training on emerging technologies and trends.
• Soft Skills Development – Emotional intelligence, resilience, and leadership programs.
• Peer Learning & Mentorship – Alumni and industry mentors guiding student career journeys.

Corporate Resource Centre Team

CRC Director

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  Mr. Neeraj Sahni

  Head – Career Advancement & Training GD Goenka University

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  Mr. Amit Sharma

  General Manager - CRC

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  Mr. Manish Joshi

  Senior Executive - Training

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  Ms. Pooja Verma

  Manager – Higher Education

Efforts for Career Counselling and Guidance for Competitive Examinations

Students’ Career Development:

In line with its commitment to nurturing the next generation of professionals, GD Goenka University has undertaken extensive initiatives to provide career counselling and guidance. Recognising the vital role of effective career support, the university has established structured pathways to help students achieve their professional goals.

Tailored Training Initiatives:

Through its Career Resource Cell (CRC) and respective schools, GDGU conducts domain-specific training programs designed to enhance aptitude, employability, and soft skills. These include aptitude assessments, workshops, and mentoring sessions aimed at shaping students into well-rounded professionals. The university also offers focused support for competitive examinations such as IELTS, GATE, SSC, NET, CTET, Judiciary Services, Army, and other national-level tests.

Guided Career Counselling:

Dedicated career counselling sessions, delivered through CRC and mentorship programs, help students recognize their strengths, address developmental areas, and explore diverse career opportunities. These sessions guide students in making informed decisions aligned with their aspirations and industry demands.

Fostering Excellence:

GDGU’s comprehensive approach integrates career guidance, training, and mentoring into the academic framework, enabling students to adapt, innovate, and excel in a dynamic professional environment. By fostering holistic growth and preparing students for both national and international challenges, the university reaffirms its position as a leading institution shaping the professionals of tomorrow.

CRC Team will also involve for exposing importance of soft skills in addition to hard skills.

OBJECTIVES:

• Making the students understand the importance of Personality development and soft skills.
• Focus on communication skills to enhance confidence and placement possibilities.
• Motivate participants to work SMART and work towards achieving their goals.
• Sensitize participants on corporate culture and its requirements
• Understand and address all areas of improvements required in the participants.
• Program focus on skills that would help students to be not only successful in the corporate world but also in life.
• Inculcate respect for Human Values & Professional Ethics

Modes of Training

• Mock Interviews, role plays & mock GD in group’s school wise or stream wise
• Group motivation and challenge
• Group tasks and presentations.
• Motivation, Gifts and prizes for winners
• Management games
• Motivational and true stories
• Live corporate examples and stories
• Handouts and digital reading material

PDP Topics–

• Campus to Corporate
• Expectation of industry from fresher
• Interview/Communication Skills
• Positive Attitude
• Job Search
• Interpersonal Relationships
• Interaction Process
• Time Management
• Stress Management
• Jobs in PSUs/ Govt. Job Opportunities
• Various career options for different Streams