WHY CHOOSE THE NORTHCAP UNIVERSITY (NCU) GURUGRAM FOR UG PROGRAMMES?
The selection of the college/university for undergraduate studies is a critical decision for both parents and students. Numerous options available make the process a little overwhelming. The purpose of this blog is to simplify your decisions by shedding light on why The NorthCap University (NCU) in Gurugram is an excellent choice. My experience over two decades in academia has provided me with some insights about what one should consider while selecting a university; I will share these insights and show how NCU fits them well.
Every year during this time parents across the country find themselves in some sort of anxiety about their children education. Though there are many factors that affects their decision in this regard, the predominant few are listed below:
- Multiple options
- Many avenues
- VUCA world
- Holistic development
The key parameters to look upon while selecting an academic institution are:
- Academic Excellence
- Accreditation and Rankings
- Experienced Faculty
- State-of-the-Art Infrastructure
- Industry Connections and Placement Opportunities
- Research and Innovation
- Holistic Development
- Global Exposure
- Focus on Ethics and Values
- Student Support Services
There is a 25+ year old academic institution in Gurugram of Delhi-NCR, named The NorthCap University (NCU) formerly known as ITM University Gurgaon, which qualifies for almost all of the above requirements.
NCU, which is leading muti-disciplinary university in Gurugram, has a diverse bouquet of academic programmes across various disciplines like Engineering & Technology, Management & Commerce, Psychology, Languages, Law and Business. The curriculum of all these programmes is contemporary in nature and is at par with the international standard.
NCU’s academic standing got endorsement by national and international rating agencies. To name the few, NCU is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and the Bar Council of India (BCI). It is a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), a member of the American Society for Quality and is accredited by Accreditation Services for International Colleges (ASIC), UK.
With a 5-Star QS Ranking for Teaching, Employability, Academic Development, Online Learning and Inclusiveness, NCU ranks among the Top 30 Best Performing Universities as per Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements (ARIIA) rankings. Other than that, many other private rating agencies like GHRDC have also rated all the schools at NCU with excellent ratings.
On front of experienced faculty resources, NCU has a pool of highly qualified and experienced faculty members with the majority holding PhD degrees from leading Indian Universities. These faculty members act as mentors for academic and professional development of the student community at large.
Infrastructure plays an important role in effective delivery of teaching, learning and research commitments of any academic institutions. NCU has a state-of-the-art infrastructure with modern facilities including libraries, laboratories, and smart classrooms. It also has all the necessary support services for an interactive learning environment.
Regarding Industry Connections and Placement Opportunities, NCU, located in Gurugram-a major corporate hub, has strong ties with industry leaders. Our dedicated placement cell focusses on internships and job placements for all our students. NCU has a commendable and consistent placement record for the last 20 years across all programmes.
In the current VUCA world, research and innovation is very important to remain relevant. Through its curriculum, NCU encourages student engagement in research projects. Also, enough interventions are provided throughout a student’s journey in terms of resources and support for bringing out innovative ideas from our students. NCU also has an excellent incubation facility to incubate great student ideas and help them converted into successful startups.
In pursuit of making students employable, NCU focusses on holistic development of its students to make them have an all-round personality. Inline to this goal, NCU offers extracurricular activities, sports, and cultural events. These interventions help in building leadership skills and team spirit in its students which play a pivotal role in bringing success in placement drives. Also, special focus is there on ethics and values at NCU which are the non-negotiable traits these days by any employer. A mandatory course on Human values & professional ethics and a minimum of 140 hours of annual social work are some of the many initiatives adopted by NCU on this matter.
Having global exposure while pursuing higher education is the in-demand thing these days. The world being a new village now in this technology driven era necessitates having international partners to make our students ready for international placements and further studies. NCU has excellent collaborations with international universities across the globe. Through these partnerships, NCU students have opportunities of twinning & dual degrees, research collaborations and international internships to name the few among the many benefits.
Over and above everything, NCU also has excellent student support services for academic advising, counseling, and career advising. These services focus on student welfare and personal growth in totality.
In summary, the choice of a suitable university is about the choice of several major criteria which include academic excellence, infrastructure, faculty strength, industry linkages and all-round development. The NorthCap University (NCU) does not just meet these standards but leads in them. NCU’s strong curriculum plus up-to-date facilities and well-experienced staff that form healthy relationships with industries make it possible for students to excel both academically and professionally in a nurturing environment at NCU. I trust this blog post has been helpful and has convinced you that NCU should be taken seriously while considering your child’s higher education.
Authored By
Prof. (Dr.) Manoj Kumar Gopaliya
Professor and Dean of Academic Affairs
Department of MDE
The NorthCap University Gurugram