IIM-Bangalore launches short term leadership coaching programme for managers

An initiative for a certificate programme in Leadership Coaching has been introduced by the Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore, or IIMB. This nine-month programme aims to give working managers and leaders the tools they need to reach their full coaching potential and have a positive impact on their teams. Interested candidates have time till February 28 to apply for this long distance programme by IIM Bangalore. Aspirants have to visit the official website to apply — eep.iimb.ac.in/course/certificate-programme-in-leadership-coaching/. The programme fee is Rs 7,40,000. It is necessary for applicants to upload both their graduation certificate and CV through the online application portal. On March 5 and 12, 2024, the shortlisted applicants’ list will be announced. This programme, which will last for nine months, will combine live online classes with in-person meetings. It will start on April 1. Three modules make up the course curriculum. The first module covers the fundamentals of coaching and how to build both interpersonal and individual effectiveness. While the final module gives participants the opportunity to practically develop their “Coaching Muscle,” the second module explores the specifics of honing and developing coaching skills. Participants will receive IIMB EEP alumni status upon programme completion, and the coaching certification will enable them to become accredited ACC-level coaches by the ICF. 

Congress rejects Argentina’s international student fees

Congress rejected the right-wing president Javier Milei plan to impose tuition on foreign students studying in Argentina, citing a violation of the charter’s guarantee of free and equal public education.  Many saw Milei’s attempt to sever free education as the first step toward his libertarian president’s deconstruction of international student fees, which he included as […]

Australia: students awaiting visas are advised to cancel their college applications

Australian universities are advising prospective students to withdraw their applications prior to the Department of Home Affairs returning their visas. The University of Wollongong and at least one other university that isn’t named have instructed prospective students to withdraw their applications because they don’t think they would be able to meet the increased visa requirements […]

The St. George’s University School of Medicine establishes an international student scholarship program.

A merit-based scholarship available only to its international students has been launched by the St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies. All incoming overseas students are eligible for the SGU Academic Award, which is given out based on their acceptance grades. In addition to the overseas Peace Bursary and Global Scholars […]

CUET PG 2024: Apply at pgcuet.samarth.ac.in; NTA extends registration until January 31

The Common University Entrance Test Postgraduate (CUET PG 2024) registration link has been extended by the National Testing Agency (NTA). As stated in the official announcement, applications will be accepted until January 31, 2024. Interested candidates may register by submitting an application via pgcuet.samarth.ac.in, the official CUET PG website. CUET PG 2024 Application Process Step […]