UPES VC initiates national academic discussion in Kochi meet
Dr. Parag Diwan, Vice Chancellor, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Dehradun engaged with academicians and students in Kochi on the emerging career pathways and academic options in the core sectors.
- (1888PressRelease) February 23, 2013 - The Kochi meet, organized by SB Global Education of Kerala, was intended to discuss the opportunities for the new generation in the core education sector. The meet witnessed the presence of leading national academicians including head of departments of colleges and principals of schools. The primary objective of the interaction was to derive and present the emerging pathways in sectors such as Oil and Gas, Energy and Power, Aerospace and Avionics, Logistics & Supply Chain, Automotive, IT, Robotics, Infrastructure and more.
Dr. Diwan of UPES is a renowned academician, prolific writer and a highly acclaimed energy sector professional has been instrumental in developing multiple energy domain institutions in the country. His contribution has helped to make great strides in the energy sector of the country. The students from Kerala taking the UPES entrance exam has increased manifold and the choice of location for the meet can be attributed to it. The excellent placement from these courses at UPES due to their industry relevance has influenced the students to a great extent. Also, the large presence of Keralites in the oil-rich countries is a major influencer.
UPES has multiple industry and institutional partnerships. MoUs with the industry and internships at these companies assist the students to be absorbed by the companies easily. The University has also provision for international student exchange programs and paid internships with international universities. The specialized MBA course for these specific domains gives the students a giant leap in the beginning of their career.
The University of Petroleum Studies (UPES) is a global institute for studying core engineering specializations such as petroleum engineering, chemical engineering, robotics engineering, power systems engineering, electronics engineering and aerospace engineering. The institute also offers management specializations such as MBA in Oil and Gas and MBA in International Business along with a college of legal studies.
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