Mumbai, Thursday, September
19, 2013: Aptech Computer Education, the flagship brand of
Global Learning Solutions major – Aptech Limited, in
association with Microsoft, today announced ‘Power Your
Future’, a National level App development competition to unearth
the creative potential of students across India. The competition is
organized with an aim to identify, train and certify 25,000 students for
next generation technologies by May 2014.
Through this event, Aptech
intends to reach out to more than 1, 00,000 students from over seven
hundred educational institutions in next twelve months. Aptech last year
launched comprehensive training programs in App development for Window 8
platform and since then, more than one thousand apps have been developed
and uploaded in the Windows App Store by Aptech students and trainers.
Participating in the
competition will help students leverage the Microsoft platform, Learning,
Tools and Technologies and develop Apps for the Windows 8™ and
Windows Phone™ platforms. Students could also become a part of
Windows App Builders Club and publish their Apps on Windows App Store.
Further, working on Cloud computing projects will help them prepare for a
career in Information Technology, mapped to emerging Cloud technologies and
job requirements.
Students from schools and
colleges would be identified through aptitude tests and then trained and
mentored by Aptech and Microsoft to develop socially relevant
Apps. These students would then compete at various levels enhancing
their knowledge and skills by showcasing their creative ideas, development
capabilities by competing at District, State and Zonal levels before
reaching the National level competition on 23rd May, 2014.
Shortlisted students will qualify for the finale based on quality and
ranking of their Apps. The winner would be awarded with a scholarship of
Rs. 1, 00,000 from Aptech. To encourage maximum participation, wild card
entries would be allowed at all levels of the competition and various
exciting gifts and prizes will be awarded to the participants.
Ms. Pratima Amonkar,
Director Strategic Audience Marketing, Microsoft Corporation India said,
“This collaboration presents an opportunity to develop a skills-ready
workforce in India. We are committed to help every individual realize their
full potential.”
Mr. Ninad Karpe, MD &
CEO, Aptech Ltd said, “Consumerization of IT and the ever
changing technology landscape, the change from PCs to Tablets, Mobile
phones to Smart phones and Cloud computing the way business is done is
rapidly changing. An average Indian today spends maximum time using some
kind of application on his / her mobile. With rising mobile phone companies
looking forward to attract users through applications, the demand for App
developers is sure to grow. We believe this initiative would not only fuel
the need for next generation technologies in the student community, but
also help create a pool of certified professionals as needed by the
industry.”
The competition is open to
all engineering and degree colleges and schools in the country.
Interested institutions can contact on toll free number: 1800 22 15 50 or
visit http://www.aptech-education.com/ and register themselves before 31st,
Oct, 2013.
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About
Aptech Computer Education:
Aptech Computer Education, the flagship division
of Aptech Limited, has built a reputation for high quality computer
education, addressing the needs of discerning students worldwide.
Aptech’s premier programme
“ACCP” (Aptech Certified Computer Professional) is targeted
towards students who are serious about making a career in Information
Technology. ACCP is designed as a career course that ensures students learn
the skills that make them employable without compromising on quality and
fundamentals. The program is aimed at giving the students exposure to the
latest and in-demand technologies.
Besides ACCP, Aptech Computer Education offers
'Aptech for Engineers’, a series of specialized IT courses for the
engineering students. ‘Aptech for Engineers’ is an extension of
Aptech’s portfolio of courses and is one of the most exclusive
offerings dedicated to enhance engineering skills. The courses are designed
to primarily suit the requirements of students undergoing B. Tech. / BE/
other engineering degree or diploma courses.
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About Aptech Ltd
Aptech
commenced its education and training business in 1986 and has globally trained
over 6.8 million students. Aptech is an ISO 9001:2008 organization and the
first IT Training and Education company to get this certification for Education
Support Services in 1993. Aptech has presence in more than 40 emerging
countries through its two main streams of businesses – Individual
training and Enterprise Business. As a leader in career education, it has over
1300+ centres of learning across the world.
Under
Individual Training, Aptech offers career and professional training through its
Aptech Computer Education, Arena Animation & Maya Academy of Advanced
Cinematics (both in Animation & Multimedia), Aptech Hardware &
Networking Academy, Aptech Aviation & Hospitality Academy and Aptech
English Learning Academy brands. Enterprise business includes Content
Development (Aptech Learning Services), Training and Assessment Solutions for
Corporates & Institutions (Aptech Training Solutions, Aptech Assessment
& Testing Solutions).
About Microsoft India
Founded
in 1975, Microsoft (NASDAQ "MSFT") is the worldwide leader in
software for personal and business computing. The company offers a wide range
of products and services designed to empower people through great software -
any time, any place and on any device. Microsoft Corporation (India) Private
Ltd is a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation, USA. It has had a presence in
India since 1990 and currently has offices in nine cities - Ahmedabad,
Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, New Delhi and Pune.
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