PREPARING FOR FUTURE SUCCESS THROUGH SKILLS AND LANGUAGE

PROGRAMME KEY POINTS

• Duration: 240 hours (includes 120 hours of trainer-led sessions and 120 hours of self-study activities, assignments, practice, assignments, mock tests and more), which can be delivered over 3-5 months
• Suitability: The programme is suitable for individuals aged 18 or older pursuing higher education or preparing for job opportunities.
• International Standards: The programme is mapped to international standards and frameworks such as the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) for English language proficiency and the Common International Framework of Reference (CIFR) for Future Readiness and Skills.
• International Certification: The programme offers an International Certificate from QAI, UK. It also offers the GETS Higher Certificate for English language proficiency and a ZQ Report with a global score for future readiness skills.
• Professional Portfolio: Development of a professional portfolio that can be shared with anyone by the individual to provide a complete view of the student's achievements from the job readiness perspective.
• Training Approach: The programme is delivered using multiple modes, i.e., Face-to-face, Online, or Blended, and uses integrated and practical usage-oriented training. The programme offers guided self-study, engaging activities, assignments, and mocks to demonstrate the practical and integrated training approach.
• National & International Faculty: The programme is delivered by QAI UK-certified national and international experts. It also includes online masterclasses international faculty conduct to provide a truly international experience.

GET READY TO ACHIEVE

The programme equips individuals with a well-rounded skill set, ensuring they are both language-proficient and workplace-ready for a successful career or entrepreneurship. The key expected outcomes include:

• English Communication: Achieve fluency in spoken English, gain the ability to present ideas persuasively, deliver impactful speeches, make elevator pitches, and participate in group discussions with confidence.
• Active Listening and Interpretation: Develop strong listening skills to comprehend and respond accurately to others, which is crucial for effective teamwork and client interactions.
• Digital and Technological Literacy: Develop key digital competencies, including effective online research with AI tools, cyber safety, digital collaboration, social and digital media presence, and essential business software proficiency.
• Leadership and Management: Build and enhance leadership and management abilities through strategic planning, decision-making, team building, conflict management, project management, training and delegation, and time management to drive successful outcomes.
• Career Success Skills: Develop and polish skills required for a successful career, such as independent and teamwork, resourcefulness, service orientation, productivity and accountability, adaptability and flexibility, global awareness, lifelong learning, resilience and stress tolerance, responsibility, and attention to detail.
• Entrepreneurship and Business Skills: Gain entrepreneurship and business skills in market research, budgeting and financial planning, networking and business development, networking, sales strategies, persuasion and negotiation, risk analysis and risk-taking.
• Thinking and Analytical Skills: Strengthen thinking and analytical skills through computational and analytical thinking, creative and innovative thinking, gathering and analysing data and visualisation, developing a positive and growth mindset, and cognitive flexibility.
• Business Writing: Master professional writing formats, including emails, reports, and presentations, ensuring clarity, conciseness, and effectiveness in business communication.

DIAGNOSE, ASSESS AND CERTIFY

• Diagnostics: Before the start of the programme, the individuals may be required to undergo an English diagnostic test and a Skills diagnostic test, which will help them understand their current level and help plan for any additional support or customisation.
• Formative Assessment: The programme entails continuous assessment throughout the programme, which includes - Activities, Assignments, Elevator pitches, Group discussions, Mock interviews, Presentations and more.
• End-of-Programme Assessment:
  • English language: Participants will undergo the GETS Higher assessment for English language proficiency and receive a Test Report mapped to the world standards of the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR). GETS Higher has been independently reviewed by Ecctis. Ecctis is a UK-based trusted provider of solutions and services in international education, training, and skills to governments. It has awarded organisations and education providers worldwide, supporting the global portability of qualifications for over 25 years. It also operates official recognition services on behalf of the UK Government.
  • Job Readiness & Business Skills: Participants will undergo the ZQ (Zamit Quotient) Assessment for Skills and receive a detailed report mapped to the Common International Framework of Reference (CIFR) for future readiness. The report also provides ‘can-do’ statements for each ZQ Dimension to give a detailed understanding of the individual’s level of achievement and understanding.
• Programme Certification: All participants will receive a Programme Certificate from QAI, UK, indicating their readiness for the world of work. The certificate will provide achievement levels such as Pass (40% to 59%), Merit (60% to 74%) or Distinction (75% and above). Below the score of 40%, the participants will receive a certificate of completion.