Deakin University GIFT City Campus announces first successful placement cycle with National Australia Bank's India Innovation Centre
This placement cycle holds special significance as Deakin University's GIFT City graduates will be the first cohort of Indian students to receive a foreign university degree entirely in India, setting a benchmark in international education delivered locally.
Mr. Vikas Malik, Executive Technology, NAB Innovation Centre India, said, "The quality of talent from Deakin's GIFT City campus is truly exceptional. We were impressed not only by their technical proficiency but also by their ability to think critically and adapt to evolving business challenges. These students are not just industry-ready—they're innovation-ready, and we're excited to welcome them into our teams."
Prof. Deepak Bajaj, Academic and Campus Director, Deakin University GIFT City, shared, "This is a proud and transformative moment for Deakin University and India. Our first placement cycle, led by a prestigious global partner like NAB, validates the international standards we uphold at GIFT City. Our students are proving that world-class education can be delivered and nurtured right here on Indian soil."
Students of the first cohort secured paid internships that will lead to placement for full-time roles upon graduation in NAB's Innovation Centre in India at Gurugram, Haryana. Of the 8 bright students selected, the roles were offered to 7 bright students of Business Analytics, including business performance, analytics, fin-crime analytics, and customer decisioning.
David Das, Head of Campus Operations, Deakin GIFT City, added, "The outcomes highlight the power of our industry-integrated academic model. The level of preparedness and maturity shown by our students throughout this process has made all of us at Deakin incredibly proud. It's just the beginning of many such success stories."
The NAB Innovation Centre India serves as a pivotal hub for global operations, emphasizing innovation and technological excellence. NAB is committed to building high-performing teams by recruiting individuals with strong technical acumen, analytical prowess, and a collaborative mindset.
The hiring process is comprehensive and designed to assess both technical competence and cultural fit. Technical and management interview rounds follow the online coding assessment to gauge communication, motivation, and alignment with NAB's values. This meticulous process ensures that only candidates who meet NAB's high standards are selected to join their dynamic and forward-thinking team.
Khushi Saraf, a Master of Business Analytics student who secured a dual (internship and job) offer, shared, "The opportunity to work with NAB is more than just a job offer, it's a career breakthrough. Deakin's curriculum helped me master tools like Python, Power BI, and advanced analytics while also developing strategic thinking. I feel fully prepared to take on this global role."
About Deakin University GIFT City: Deakin University is the first foreign university to set up a physical campus in India, located at GIFT City, Gujarat. The campus offers cutting-edge postgraduate programs in Business Analytics and Cyber Security, tailored to the needs of a digitally transforming global economy. Deakin GIFT City aims to create global professionals equipped to lead in data-driven, secure, and intelligent enterprises.
For queries and more information, please visit https://www.deakin.edu.au/gift-city-campus-india
Photo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/2700938/DU_GIFT_Campus_placement.jpg
View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/in/news-releases/deakin-university-gift-city-campus-announces-first-successful-placement-cycle-with-national-australia-banks-india-innovation-centre-302470531.html
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
San Francisco Chronicle
25 minutes ago
- San Francisco Chronicle
India's Modi announces credit worth $565 million to the Maldives and launches free trade talks
COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday announced a $565-million line of credit to the Maldives during a visit to the Indian Ocean archipelago, as the two countries launched formal talks for a free-trade agreement. Modi is visiting the Maldives, known for its upmarket tourist resorts, to mark the 60th anniversary of its independence and diplomatic relations between the two countries. The announcement came during Modi's joint media statement with Maldives' President Mohamed Muizzu. The two-day visit is crucial to India's ambition to control the seas and shipping routes of the Indian Ocean in a race with its regional rival China. It also marks the further easing of diplomatic tensions between the two nations that followed the election of pro-China Muizzu in 2023. Regional powers India and China compete for influence in the archipelago nation, which is strategically located in the Indian Ocean. On Friday, Modi witnessed the exchange of agreements to cooperate in sectors such as fisheries, health, tourism and digital development. He also formally handed dozens of heavy vehicles to the Maldives' defense forces. 'India is Maldives' closest neighbor. Maldives holds an important place in both India's neighborhood- first policy and ocean vision," Modi said. 'India is also proud to be Maldives' most trusted friend.' The line of credit will be used for 'infrastructure and development projects in line with the priorities of the people of the Maldives,' he said. "India will continue to support Maldives in developing its defense capabilities. Peace, stability and prosperity in the Indian Ocean region is our common goal," he added. During Muizzu's visit to India last October, India announced financial support to the cash-strapped Maldives in the form of a $100-million treasury bills rollover and the countries signed a $400-million currency swap agreement. Tensions between India and the Maldives grew since Muizzu, who favored closer ties with China, was elected in 2023 after defeating India-friendly incumbent Ibrahim Mohamed Solih. Leading up to the election, Muizzu had promised to expel Indian soldiers deployed in the Maldives to help with humanitarian assistance. Last year New Delhi replaced dozens of its soldiers in the Maldives with civilian experts. Measure by Modi to promote tourism in India's Lakshadweep archipelago, off the southwestern coast of the Indian mainland, also sparked anger from Maldivians, who saw it as a move to lure Indian tourists away from their country. Indian celebrities then called for a tourism boycott to the Maldives. The dispute deepened when Muizzu visited China ahead of India in January last year, a move seen by New Delhi as a snub. On his return, Muizzu spelled out plans to rid his tiny nation of dependence on India for health facilities, medicines and import of staples. Relations started to improve after Muizzu attended Modi's swearing-in ceremony for a third five-year term. Muizzu has toned down his anti-Indian rhetoric, and official contacts with New Delhi have intensified as concerns grew about Maldives' economy. India has long been a critical provider of development assistance to the Maldives. Meanwhile, the Maldives joined China's Belt and Road Initiative in 2013 to build ports and highways and expand trade as well as China's influence across Asia, Africa, and Europe.
Bloomberg
26 minutes ago
- Bloomberg
Iveco Defense Talks With Leonardo Advance, Pave Way on Tata Deal
Iveco Group NV is in advanced talks to sell its defense unit to Leonardo SpA, which would satisfy the demands of the Italian government and pave the way for a sale of the rest of the commercial trucking business to India's Tata Motors Ltd., according to people familiar with the matter. The Rome-based defense company and Iveco, controlled by the billionaire Agnelli family, could reach a broad agreement in the coming weeks if negotiations go smoothly, said the people. In parallel, the Agnelli family's investment vehicle Exor NV is in advanced negotiations to sell the rest of the truckmaker to Tata, the people said.
Bloomberg
26 minutes ago
- Bloomberg
India Gives $565 Million Credit Line to Maldives as Ties Reset
By and Eltaf Najafizada Save India extended a $565 million credit line to the Maldives during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the island nation, signaling a reset in relations. The line of credit would be 'utilized for priority projects of my government' across key sectors including defense, education, and health, Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu said during a joint press conference with Modi on Friday in Male.
