Non-STEM Model: Business Intelligence & AI Automation
2. Who is eligible for the Student Development Program (SDP)?
For STEM: Final/pre-final year Engineering/Science students from computer science background like CSE, IT, AI/ML, Data Science, etc.,
For Non-STEM: Final/pre-final year B.com/BBA/BBM students (only female students)
3. How can one enrol in the program?
Individual students cannot directly enrol in the program. Interested colleges or institutions need to be onboarded first. Colleges that meet the eligibility criteria can contact us to start the onboarding process. Once onboarded, they can enrol their students into the program.
4. What is the duration of the program?
STEM Model: 150 hours of blended (online + offline) learning
Non-STEM Model: 110 hours of blended (online + offline) learning
5. Is there any fee for the program?
No, the program is free for students. It is implemented by Edunet Foundation in partnership with EY Global Delivery Services (EY GDS) as part of their CSR initiative.
6. Are there any assessments during the program?
Yes, there are module-wise, mid-term and end-of-course assessments to track learning progress.
7. What certificates will be given to the learners?
All learners who successfully complete the program will receive a digital certificate jointly issued by Edunet Foundation and EY Global Delivery Services (EY GDS).
8.What are the certification criteria?
To be eligible for the certificate, participants must:
Maintain a minimum attendance of 70%
Successfully complete all assignments and assessments with 70% score
Submission of capstone project
9. When will students receive their certificate?
End of the academic year, like April/May
10. Does the program provide any employment linkages?
Yes, the program provides employment and internship linkages for the eligible students
11. Are students guaranteed a job after completion of the program?
The program provides placement support and linkages, but final selection depends on individual performance and employer criteria.
1. What is the course offered under FDP?
STEM: AI Tools for Productivity Non-STEM: AI Tools for Education
2. What is the mode and duration of the FDP?
Mode: Virtual (Online Sessions)
Duration: 20 hours, spread over 5 days
3. Who can participate in the FDP?
For STEM: Open to faculty members from Engineering and Science colleges, especially those from Computer Science, IT, AI/ML, Data Science, and related disciplines. For Non-STEM: Open to faculty members from Arts, Commerce, Management, Humanities, Social Sciences, and other non-Computer Science disciplines from any recognized institution.
4. How to nominate for this FDP?
Faculty members may be nominated by their institution or can register their interest individually by contacting Sanjana Bhandari (Program Managar) at sbhandari@edunetfoundation.org.
5. Is there any fee for the FDP?
No, the Faculty Development Program is free for participants. It is implemented by Edunet Foundation in partnership with EY Global Delivery Services (EY GDS) as part of their CSR initiative.
6. Will the participants receive a certificate?
Yes, participants who successfully complete the FDP will receive a digital certificate jointly issued by Edunet Foundation and EY Global Delivery Services (EY GDS).
7. What is the certification criteria?
Maintain minimum attendance of 60%
Complete all assigned tasks like assessment, feedback, baseline and endline form and participate in all live sessions.
1. What is the Faculty Ambassador Program (FAP)?
The Faculty Ambassador Program (FAP) is an 8-week advanced learning initiative under the Next Gen Employability Program by EY GDS and Edunet Foundation. It empowers faculty members with industry-relevant skills, mentorship, and hands-on project experience to drive innovation and enhance student learning.
2. Who is eligible to apply for the FAP?
Faculty members who have successfully completed the 20-hour Faculty Development Program (FDP), fulfilled all the program completion requirements, and submitted their nomination through the FAP application form are eligible to apply.
3. How are Faculty Ambassadors selected?
Eligible applications are evaluated based on FDP participation, assessment performance, motivation, and overall readiness to complete the 8-week program. From the eligible applicants, 50 faculty members will be selected for the Faculty Ambassador Program.
4. Is there a fee to participate in the FAP?
No. Participation in the Faculty Ambassador Program is completely free. Selected Faculty Ambassadors receive mentorship, certification from EY GDS and Edunet Foundation, a Faculty Ambassador recognition badge, and opportunities to showcase their projects.
5. What are the benefits of becoming a Faculty Ambassador?
Faculty Ambassadors gain advanced industry exposure, hands-on project experience, mentorship from industry experts, and recognition as Next Gen Faculty Ambassadors. Outstanding projects may be showcased at the Next Gen Innovation Conclave, while active participation also contributes towards strengthening their institution's journey as a Model College under the Next Gen Employability Program.
