PNS | VIJAYAWADA
The Andhra Pradesh State Skill Development Corporation (APSSDC) and the Consortium for Technical Education (CTE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish the Centre of Excellence in Information Technology and Cyber Security.
With this collaboration, APSSDC and CTE will establish a Centre of Excellence in IT and Cyber Security across various locations in Andhra Pradesh, in phases. This partnership includes designing customised courses, providing qualified trainers, and offering joint certifications and industry recognised certification. The major objective of this project is to offer skill development programmes and training opportunities that cater to the evolving needs of the IT and cyber security industry.
Dr V Vinod Kumar, MD & CEO, APSSDC, highlighted the significance of this collaboration, stating, “Our partnership with CTE signifies a crucial step towards empowering the youth of Andhra Pradesh and meeting the demand for skilled IT and cyber security professionals. By aligning our programmes with industry needs, we will ensure that our training programmes foster innovation and overall economic growth which results in the betterment of the society.” The Centre of Excellence will be established in Visakhapatnam and it serves as a launch pad for a new generation of talented professionals, propelling Andhra Pradesh’s digital transformation.
KA Alagarsamy, Director, Consortium for Technical Education (CTE), expressed his enthusiasm for this collaboration, stating, “We are excited to partner with APSSDC to establish the Centre of Excellence in Information Technology and Cyber Security. This initiative will equip students and unemployed youth with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in the ever-evolving IT and cyber security landscape.”
Dr Ravi Gujjula, CGM Technical, APSSDC, Prudhvi Vuppala, Associate Manager, APSSDC, Murali, Associate Manager, corporate connect, were present.
