Pearson, a learning company, partnered with Buddha Group of Institutions, to offer Pearson’s BTEC courses to students. The partnership will introduce BTEC Higher Nationals (HN) Art and Design and Business Management courses at the Buddha Group of Institutions, as per the official announcement.
Pearson BTECs are vocational skill qualification programmes, developed in consultation with industry experts, offering a diverse range of qualifications across different industries and sectors, it added.
Pearson’s BTEC claims that its higher education qualifications are equivalent to the first and second years of a university degree, where real-life scenarios are used for assessment and assignments.
Further, the platform claims to have more than 30 partners in India, including universities, colleges, international schools and private training centres.
Pearson BTEC claims to offer over 24 subject areas with more than 2000 qualifications ranging from business to digital technology to art and design to healthcare and many more, enabling learners with skills relevant for the global workplace.
“Our partnership with BTEC will help our institute to provide students with options that match their career interests and aspirations. It will also be helpful for us to attract a diverse student body and prepare them for a globalised workforce. The courses we have chosen to provide under the BTEC Programme include management, which will be instrumental in propelling the students towards a successful and fulfilling career in line with the ever-changing global demand,”Nitesh Gupta, director, Budha Group of Institutions, said.
“This step is crucial for India’s vision of increasing employability and meeting global standards. Our students will benefit from an education that prepares them for real-world challenges, making them ready for the job market.Our partnership with Pearson BTEC is a significant move towards enhancing vocational education in India and preparing our students for successful careers,” Abhinav Gupta, CEO, Buddha Group of Institutions, said.