Mission10X launches innovative workshop for Heads of engineering colleges
September 17 2009, Bangalore
: Mission10X, a not for profit trust launched by Wipro Limited, announced today the launch of the Mission10X Academic Leadership Workshop – an innovative and exclusive workshop for the principals of engineering colleges.

In this fast changing scenario, one of the most challenging roles is that of the leaders of Academic institutions. They face several challenges due to rapid expansion of higher education, lack of qualified faculty and challenges in the global economy and employability.

The academic leadership workshop aims to address this and is built on broadly three dimensions: Rediscovering Self, Inspiring Others and Building Institutions. Methodology of the Workshop is typical to the Mission10X way of active learning and comprises experience sharing, collaborative learning, presentation skills and reflective discussions.

The workshop was formally inaugurated by The workshop was launched by Mr. Pratik Kumar, Executive Vice President – Human Resources - Wipro Limited and the Vice Chancellor of Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belgaum, Prof. Kincha.

Speaking at the launch of the workshop Mr. Pratik Kumar said, ““The Principals of Engineering Colleges have been active supporters of our Mission10X journey and to make this an even more enriching experience, we have launched the Academic Leadership program today which has been exclusively designed for them. Through this active process of sharing and learning across all the stakeholders in this Mission, we are more confident that we can together transform the landscape of Engineering Education in the country.”

“There is a need for such programmes for the leaders of the institutions. It will help them direct the faculty and students in the right direction. This programme will set the trend for leaders to be learnings and to educate the learners,” Prof Kinch.

Formally launched on Teachers Day, September 5 2007, Mission10X is a fast growing community of learners and innovators. As planned, its workshops have empowered over 4000 faculty members from 360 colleges across the country. Mission10X is backed by a dedicated team of individuals with sound academic and industry track record.

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