UGC starts training program to improve work culture in central universities

New Delhi: To improve the work culture and ecosystem in central universities, special training will be provided to staff members of all 45 such universities in the country. Accordingly, the University Grants Commission (UGC) on Thursday launched a capacity-building training program in collaboration with the Capacity Building Commission (CBC). Also Read – Cracking Bank Exams: A Comprehensive Guide UGC aims to train at least 5,000 employees from all central universities in the first phase.

UGC Chairman Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar told IANS that the training included topics like understanding the psychology of workflow, using technology in workflow, understanding the higher education ecosystem, managing academics, handling establishment matters, finance management and project management. Will be. Also Read – Degree NSS students who created awareness on eradicating child marriage UGC has requested non-teaching staff members in central universities to complete the courses in the above areas available on the iGOT Mission Karmayogi platform within four months

, After completing the course, employees will also get a certificate. The Government of India established the CBC to improve standardization and coordination across various civil services in the country. Also Read- UGC has extended the deadline for submission of CUET-UG application form till March 31. CBC works under ‘Mission Karmayogi’ of the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), whose primary focus is on enhancing the skills, knowledge of government employees. And capabilities. This initiative aims to ensure that civil servants are well equipped to provide high quality public services in today’s rapidly changing world

UGC recognizes the importance of capacity building in promoting professional development, improving organizational efficiency and promoting innovation in the higher education sector. Also Read – TS stands at crossroads in NEP implementation In 2023, UGC joined hands with the CBC team and conducted an assessment to identify specific competency needs of UGC staff. These requirements were categorized into behavioural, functional and domain competencies. Based on these assessments, training programs were designed to address competency gaps and facilitate long-term capacity building commensurate with the roles and responsibilities of UGC staff.