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Volvo Group India Partners with Universities to Bridge Skill Gap in Automotive Industry


By Priya SinghUpdated On: 03-Dec-2024 08:08 AM
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Volvo Group will play an active role by designing the curriculum, training faculty, providing guest lectures, and co-teaching specialized subjects.
Volvo Group is committed to promoting diversity in the automotive industry by offering scholarships to female students.

Key Highlights:

  • Volvo Group India signs MoU with Amrita University and Thapar Institute to bridge education-industry gap.
  • The collaboration offers a specialized course to provide hands-on, industry-relevant skills to students.
  • Volvo will train faculty, give guest lectures, and co-teach subjects, exposing students to real-world projects.
  • Volvo will offer scholarships to female students and recruit top talent through the program.
  • The partnership includes joint research to address industry challenges and foster innovation at Volvo.

Volvo Group India has partnered with Amrita University and Thapar Institute to bridge the gap between theoretical education and practical skills in the automotive industry. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) focuses on preparing students for industry-specific challenges.

Specialized Credit Course for Engineering Students

The collaboration introduces a credit course spanning two to four semesters, aimed at giving engineering students hands-on experience. Volvo Group will play an active role by designing the curriculum, training faculty, providing guest lectures, and co-teaching specialized subjects. Students will gain exposure to Volvo's latest tools and technologies.

Promoting Diversity and Talent Development

Volvo Group is committed to promoting diversity in the automotive industry by offering scholarships to female students. The partnership also provides opportunities for internships and pre-placement offers, helping Volvo identify top talent for recruitment.

Joint Research and Innovation Opportunities

Volvo and the universities will also collaborate on joint research projects, addressing industry challenges and creating opportunities for academic publications. This initiative aims to drive innovation within Volvo and support its employees in pursuing advanced research and education.

About Volvo Group

Volvo Group was founded in 1927 and is focused on shaping the future of sustainable transport and infrastructure. The company aims to provide innovative solutions that meet the growing demands of a changing world. 

Volvo Group provides trucks, buses, construction equipment, marine and industrial power solutions, and services that improve productivity. The company is based in Gothenburg, Sweden. The Volvo Group sells its products under several brands, including Volvo, Volvo Penta, Rokbak, Renault Trucks, Prevost, Nova Bus, and Mack. 

Every day, people use Volvo products and services to move goods, people, and materials worldwide. These products help with things like bringing food to our tables, transporting people to work or school, building roads, and keeping cities clean.

The company also partners in joint ventures with SDLG, Milence, Eicher, Dongfeng, and cellcentric. These different brands help Volvo meet the needs of various customer and market segments worldwide.

Also Read: VECV Sales Report November 2024: 4,499 Units Sold; Sales Grew By 4%

CMV360 Says

The partnership between Volvo and the universities is a smart move. It will help students gain practical skills and be ready for real jobs in the automotive industry. Offering scholarships to female students is a great way to bring more diversity to the field. Overall, this will benefit both students and Volvo by creating skilled workers and encouraging new ideas.

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