Events

The Future in Civil Services for a Better Society and Country

The office of Collaborations an Autonomous Institution in Association with St Aloysius Institute of Civil Services (SAICS), Mangaluru, organized a talk on “The Future in Civil Services for a Better Society and Country for the students of 1st, 2nd and 3rd year Engineering, MBA and MCA.

 The event features Mrs Meera Suresh Pandit, Joint Commissioner of Commercial Taxes, Admin, DGSTO, Mangaluru, as the resource person. Mrs. Pandit shared insights on the future prospects in Civil Services and its impact on society and the nation.

The talk aimed to inspire students to consider civil services as a career path and emphasized its role in fostering positive change in society.

International Summer Internship Programme

The Office of Collaborations organized a talk on the International Summer Internship Programme on 9th February 2024, featuring Dr. Sandeep S Inamdar as the guest speaker. Dr.

Inamdar, Vice President of Vishwaniketan Institute of Management Entrepreneurship and Engineering Management, Mumbai, shared invaluable insights into the benefits and opportunities offered by international summer internships.

During his presentation, Dr. Inamdar eloquently elaborated on the concept of Problem-Based

Learning (PBL) and its significance in fostering critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and

innovative approaches among participants. He emphasized how international exposure through internship experiences can broaden perspectives, enhance cultural understanding, and

facilitate professional growth.

The talk was specifically tailored for second and third-year Engineering students, as well as first and second-year MBA and MCA students. Approximately 300 students attended the session, benefiting from Dr. Inamdar’s expertise and insights.

Overall, the talk provided students with valuable information and guidance regarding international summer internships, empowering them to explore and pursue opportunities for dpersonal and professional development.

Alumni Talk - "Beyond Borders: Insights into Higher Studies and Living Abroad"

On January 11, 2024, the Office of Collaborations and SJEC Alumni Association hosted a talk titled "Beyond Borders: Insights into Higher Studies and Living Abroad" for third and fourth-year engineering students.

The speaker, Mr. Shashank Subrahmanya, a 2021 ME Batch alumnus, currently a Research Scientist in prestigious Fraunhofer Institute for High-Speed Dynamics in Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany, shared valuable information about studying and living in Germany. The event, held from 12 pm to 1 pm in Prerana Hall, Academic Block III, attracted around 100 students, offering them insights into opportunities for higher studies abroad.

IELTS Orientation Program

The Office of Collaborations conducted an IELTS Orientation Program on 15 December 2023 for the pre-final and final year engineering students. Mr. Abhishek Swamy, Assistant Territory Manager, served as the resource person for the insightful talk.

Mr. Swamy provided a detailed overview of the IELTS test, explaining its purpose, structure, and components. Test Format: The speaker delved into the four modules of IELTS - Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking - explained the format, scoring, and time constraints for each section. Preparation Strategies: Practical tips and effective strategies for preparing for the IELTS test were shared, including time management, practice tests, and recommended study materials.

A question and answer session allowed students to clarify doubts and seek personalized advice on their IELTS preparation journey.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to Mr. Abhishek Swamy for his insightful presentation and the students for their active participation.

Higher Education in the USA 

The Office of Collaborations organized a talk on Higher Education in the USA on December 11, 2023. The resource person for the talk was Mr. Sherwin Fernandes, an esteemed alumnus (2012 ECE Batch), Senior Member of Technical Staff in AMD, USA, and Founder of SOLASTA US Education Consultants.

The alumnus provided comprehensive insights into the higher education landscape in the USA, sharing personal anecdotes, challenges faced, and strategies for success. The talk covered various aspects, including the application process, academic expectations, and cultural adaptation.

The students had the opportunity to actively engage with the alumnus during a Q&A session. This allowed for a more personalized and interactive experience, where specific queries about scholarships, campus life, and career opportunities were addressed. The event also facilitated networking among students and the alumnus, creating a platform for future mentorship and guidance.

Approximately 80 pre-final and final year engineering students attended the talk, eager to gain valuable insights from the alumnus about pursuing higher education in the United States.

Counselling on Higher Education Abroad 

The Office of Collaborations conducted a half-day One-to-One Counselling and Guidance program on higher education abroad for final-year students on November 11, 2023. The event took place from 10 am to 1 pm in the training and placement department, aiming to assist students in making informed decisions about pursuing further education overseas.

The counselling program encompassed a wide range of topics essential for students considering higher education abroad. The sessions included guidance on profile building, selecting a suitable university, choosing a course and destination, as well as comprehensive information on scholarships, funding options, visa procedures, part-time job opportunities, and loans.

The counselling sessions were conducted by experienced consultants from reputable organizations in the field:

Uniabroad Mangaluru: Provided insights into university options and course selections.

International Skill Development Cooperation (ISDC), UK: Shared expertise on skill development and educational opportunities in the United Kingdom.

Solasta US Education Consultants: Offered guidance on pursuing higher education in the United States.

Kuhoo Online Student Loan Platform: Provided information on loan options and financial assistance for students.

The participation of these consultants added significant value to the counseling program, offering diverse perspectives and expertise in different aspects of higher education abroad.

Higher Education in Germany and Other European Countries.

The Office of Collaborations organized a talk on higher studies in Germany and other European countries for final year students on 31 October, 2023.

The speaker of the Event was Dr Guruej, Founder and CAO of Wisdom Academy with 17 years of experience in mentoring and academics, Through him many students to from Karnataka and other state to various overseas.

The event provided an overview of the benefits of studying in Europe, emphasizing Germany's educational prominence. He also explains about admission processes, scholarship options, student life, and cultural aspects were discussed, with real-world examples and alumni success stories.

An interactive Q&A session followed the presentations, allowing students to clarify doubts, ask specific questions, and seek personalized advice

The event empowered students with a better understanding of opportunities, challenges, and steps involved in pursuing international education.

Potential Career Opportunities for Aspiring Students in the Global Opportunities Are Ignited by The Better World, Cambodia.

On 16 October 2023, The Office of Collaborations at SJEC had the honour of hosting Mr. Tho Mith Chin, the CEO & Founder of iDen Agency and President of International Youth for The Better World, Cambodia. Accompanied by distinguished guests, Mr. Chin shared his inspirational life journey, emphasizing the importance of education, self-belief, and giving back to society.

Mr Tho Mith Chin’s address to the gathering by narration of his life journey, coming from an

underprivileged background yet never letting his circumstances deter his educational aspirations, was deeply inspiring. He underscored that education isn’t just about personal gains but also about what one can give back to the community. He cited his own decision to return to Cambodia after studying in the US to establish the International Youth for a Better World as a testament to this belief.

Mr Chin stressed the significance of self-love, self-respect, and having a clear vision in life.

He emphasized that without a dream, we lose a sense of purpose and direction. Further, he extended a warm invitation to students to visit Cambodia, particularly highlighting the potential for small scale businesses. He shed light on the numerous opportunities available in Cambodia, from internships to job prospects.

Mr Surya, Founder and CEO of The Better Cambodia, narrated his journey from India to Cambodia and motivated the students to harness their entrepreneurial spirit. He too advocated for students to explore the plethora of opportunities that Cambodia offers.

Ms Sokkeang Kong, Director of iDEN Agency, Cambodia and Mr. Walter Dantis, the Mangalore Representative, graced the occasion, further strengthening the bilateral ties between the institutions.

The event was a rousing success, providing students with a perspective that merged personal

growth with societal contribution. The attendees left inspired, armed with knowledge about opportunities in Cambodia and a renewed sense of purpose.

Counselling program on Higher Education Abroad

The Office of Collaborations, in collaboration with Planet Education Karnataka, successfully organized a comprehensive One-to-One Counselling and Guidance program on higher education abroad for final-year students. The counselling initiative aimed to assist students in various aspects of planning their academic journey overseas, covering crucial topics such as profile building, university selection, course preferences, and destination choices. Additionally, guidance was provided on scholarship opportunities, funding, visa processes, and part-time job prospects. This counselling session held in the training and placement cell on October 5, 2023

The One-to-One Counselling and Guidance program proved to be a valuable resource for final-year students contemplating higher education abroad. The event, held at the Training and Placement venue, fostered an interactive and personalized environment, allowing students and their parents to address specific concerns and receive tailored advice.

By collaborating with Planet Education Karnataka, The Office of Collaborations demonstrated its commitment to providing comprehensive support for students in their pursuit of global education. The counselling program not only equipped students with the necessary information but also empowered them and their parents to make informed decisions regarding their academic future abroad.

Talk on TOEFL and GRE

26 September, 2023, The Office of Collaborations in association with Educational Testing Services (ETS) hosted an informational talk followed by a mock test session, focused on two of the most popular standardized tests for studying abroad: The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) and the Graduate Record Examination (GRE). This event was organized in response to a growing interest among students to pursue higher education in countries where these tests are a primary requirement.

The primary goal was to familiarize students with the format, content, and strategies to excel in the TOEFL and GRE. Additionally, the mock test was aimed at giving students a first-hand experience of what to expect on the actual test day.

The talk delivered by the expert speaker in both TOEFL and GRE, Mr Naveen Kumar M, Senior Manager, ETS South India, who have years of experience in training students for these exams.

There were 70 final year engineering students who have showcased a keen interest in pursuing higher education overseas have benefited from this talk.

Delegation from the University of Olivet, USA

On 25 September 2023, SJEC Mangaluru warmly welcomed a distinguished delegation from the University of Olivet, USA. The aim of their visit was to promote education and collaborative opportunities between the two institutions and to engage directly with our student community.

Delegate Members:

1. Dr. Steven Corey – President

2. Dr. Paul Burkhardt – Provost

3. Dr. Daniel Green - Assistant to the President

Formal welcome ceremony was organized in the main auditorium of the college. Principal, Dr Rio D’Souza welcomed the delegates. Rev. Fr Wilfred D’Souza- Director and Rev. Fr Kenneth Crasta - Assistant Director gave a floral welcome to the guests. All the delegates presented their vision and accomplishments and led the interactive session with students exploring academic opportunities at the University of Olivet. The session ended with students interacting with delegates to know more about the university as well as the courses on offer.

The delegates also met the heads of various departments as well as the faculty in the boardroom for a short discussion about exploring the collaboration between the two institutions. 

Report On: A Talk On International Internship and Global Volunteer Exchange Opportunities

The Office of Collaborations, in partnership with the International Association of Students in Economics and Business (AIESEC), hosted a comprehensive talk on International Internship and Global Volunteer Exchange Opportunities on July 28, 2023. The event aimed to enlighten pre-final engineering students about cross-cultural internships and global volunteer experiences.

The seminar covered various aspects crucial for students aspiring to embark on international journeys. The topics included Cross Cultural Internships, Global Volunteer Exchange, AIESEC's Reach and Impact, and Application Process and Requirements. Mr. Shivam Subramanian, the Local Committee President of AIESEC in M.A.H.E, played a pivotal role by providing a detailed overview of AIESEC's extensive global presence.

The event featured a guest speaker, Mr. Ryan Fernandes, an alumnus, who shared his firsthand experience with international internships facilitated by AIESEC. Mr. Fernandes elaborated on the transformative impact of his experiences and how they played a pivotal role in his professional journey, ultimately leading to a successful career.

The participants were actively engaged in the session, with many expressing keen interest in exploring the opportunities presented. The Q&A session allowed students to seek clarification on specific queries, ensuring a better understanding of the potential experiences awaiting them.

Talk on "A Guide to Study Abroad for Engineering Students,"

On 28th June 2023, the Office of Collaborations successfully organized an informative talk on "A Guide to Study Abroad for Engineering Students," aimed at pre-final year students interested in pursuing higher education in Australia, USA, UK, Canada, Ireland, Germany, and Dubai. The event covered crucial aspects such as courses, universities, application processes, scholarships, financial planning, visas, travel arrangements, employment prospects, and tips for building a strong profile.

The Speaker seminar was, Ms Priya K, Branch and Operation Head Manager, Planet Education Karnataka The talk served as a crucial resource for students aspiring to pursue their engineering education abroad, offering a roadmap for a successful application process and a fulfilling academic journey.

Talk on Study Opportunities in Abroad

Office of Collaborations organized a talk on Study Opportunities in Abroad in association with UNIABROAD overseas consultant for higher education. The talk was scheduled on 23 June, 2023 at 12 PM to 1:30 PM in the Prerena Hall. The talk was aimed at pre-final and final-year interested students.

Mr. Nobel Mohan, Manager, USW Bristol University, UK, and Ms. Abitha Latheef, Business Development Manager, GISMA Applied Sciences University, were introduced as the event's keynote speakers by Ms. Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer.  She also mentioned the agreement with UNIABROAD for data about higher education overseas as well as to help with the placement of our students in universities abroad.

Ms. Abitha provided information on the GISMA Applied Sciences University, a private institution that offers numerous management programmes based on CGPA and provides scholarships, while Mr. Nobel spoke about the USW Bristol University, a 450-year-old institution located in the United Kingdom.

The talk was informative and engaging, and the students had an opportunity to ask questions and clarify their doubts. Mr Royson Rodrigues, Marketing Mangager offered a vote of thanks, and the event concluded successfully.

Alumni Visit to the Alma Meter 

The Office of Collaborations and SJEC Alumni Association organized alumni talk on the topic “Insight of Higher Studies and Living in Abroad” on 25 April 2023 from 11 am to 12 pm. The talk was aimed at pre-final and final-year interested students. The event was held at Prerana Hall, and the conveners of the event were Ms Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer, and Mr Vinoothan Kaliver, Assistant Professor, ME, and Chairperson SJEC Alumni Association. The talk was led by three young proud alumni, Ms Jeevitha Lora Rodrigues from batch 2016-2020, ECE, Varun Raj Jayaraj from batch 2016-2020, ME, and Mr Sudeep Gonsalves from batch 2016-2020, ECE, who shared their experiences of studying and living abroad. The event was attended by 80 student participants and 5 faculty members.

The Collaborations Officer welcomed everyone to the event and introduced the alumni speakers. The alumni gave valuable advice to their juniors on how to prepare for studying abroad, managing finances, finding part-time work, applying for scholarships, and writing SoPs and LORs. They also shared various life hacks to pass the undergraduate course with flying colours. The talk was informative and engaging, and the students had an opportunity to ask questions and clarify their doubts.

Mr Vinoothan Kaliver, Chairperson SJEC Alumni Association, offered a vote of thanks, and the event concluded successfully. The alumni talk provided valuable insights into higher studies and living abroad and were an excellent platform for the juniors to interact with their seniors and learn from their experiences. Overall, the event was a success and received positive feedback from the attendees.

Talk on Everything you need to know about TOEFL and GRE by ETS India

The Office of Collaborations in Association with Educational Testing Services (ETS) is hosting a talk on "Everything you need to know about TOEFL and GRE" for interested third- and fourth-year engineering students on 19 April 2023 from 12pm to 1pm.  The session includes The session includes the most recent TOEFL and GRE information, the chance to ask questions, and a special discount for SJEC students.

ETS is an owner of the TOEFL and Graduate Record Examination (GRE). ETS India, a subsidiary of ETS, is headquartered in Princeton, US. They develop administer and scored more than 50 million tests annually – including the globally well –known TOEFL and GRE tests in over 180 countries worldwide.

The keynote speaker of the talk is Ms Jayashree Natarajan, Regional Manager, South India.

Orientation Program on CAT, GRE, GMAT, IPSE, and GATE Exams

The department of ECE in association with Library & Learning Group and the Office of Collaborations of SJEC organized an “Orientation Program on CAT, GRE, GMAT, IPSE, and GATE Exams” on 12 April 2023. Mr. Ganesh Hebbar, Founder and Director of the Triumphant Institute of Management Education Pvt Ltd (T.I.M.E) was the resource person. Together 325 students were attending the talk. On 21 April T.I.M.E institute organized Scholarship exam on CAT and GRE. Together 48 students have appeared for the exam.

We are pleased to inform you that our 38 students passed the CAT and GRE scholarship exams and were awarded a scholarship of Rs. 3,28,000/- from T.I.M.E Mangaluru. Mr Anshul R Shetty, received a Rs 14,000 discount and a Rs 2000 cash prize from college. Ms Lalitha G received a Rs 12,000 and Rs 1500 cash prize from college, while Adith K received a Rs 12,000 and a Rs 750 cash prize from college. 

Higher Education Opportunities in Germany 

The Office of Collaborations at SJEC hosted a talk to provide final-year students with an ultimate guide to higher education at public universities in Germany via the DAAD (Deutscher Akademischer Austauschdienst -German Academic Exchange Service) on February 2023 from 11:00 a.m. to 12: p.m.

The main reason for organising this talk is to prepare students to apply to universities on their own, without the assistance of others, thus preparing them to be self-sufficient and saving a lot of money. Ms Suganya Tamalapadi, Regional Officer, DAAD Information Point Bangalore, delivered the talk.

Talk from the Alumni on how to prepare for abroad education

Ms Rochelle Andriya Noronha, (Alumni of the 2019 CSE batch) Senior Manager in Cyber security partner Australia, spoke to all first-year students on how to prepare for abroad education on December 13, 2022, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Ms Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer, opened the discussion by welcoming everyone. Ms Roshelle interacted with the students by sharing her experiences as a student and how she achieved her dream of pursuing higher education in Australia. She advised students to work hard in school and strive for a high grade point average, as well as to prioritize extracurricular activities. Those who want to pursue higher education abroad should start preparing and focusing on it now.

Session ended with questions and answers. The session ended with Ms Diana Monteiro proposing vote of thanks.

Higher Studies in USA

The Office of Collaboration conducted talk on Higher Studies in the USA for final year engineering, MBA and MCA students on 19 December 2022 from 7pm. To 8p.m.. The resource person of the webinar is Mr Sherwin Fernandes (Alumnus of 2012 ECE Batch), Senior Member of Technical Staff in AMD, USA and Founder of SOLASTA US Education Consultants. 

He guided students on the below mentioned points 

Top reasons why the USA is the most popular destination for students?

- Emphasis on practical based training, cutting edge technology and flexible coursework tailored for each students career path

- US degrees are the top most recognized degrees world-wide

- High acceptance rates of students in the USA Universities(almost every student gets admission in a USA University)

- Highly paid jobs after studies with significant return on investment in a short period of time after graduation

- Plenty of scholarship opportunities, part-time jobs and TA/RA opportunities

What do the Universities look for?

Academic history, Statement of Purpose, Letter of Recommendation, Projects/Internship/Research experience, GRE (optional for a lot of Universities), IELTS (english exam), resume, extra-curriculars

USA University Deadlines:

- Fall semester(starts August): Application deadlines January-March

- Spring semester(starts January): Application deadlines September-October

USA student VISA(F1 VISA):

- USA student VISA's are the easiest to receive

- Very high approval rate (>85% approvals)

- No wait time for student VISA's unlike other VISA category types

Mr Fernandes also given some background of his consultancy Solasta UEC 

-End-to-end services to help students pursue their studies in the USA

- Services provided: Student profile evaluation, University/course selection, application submission, SOP/LOR/Resume writing, funding and loan guidance, VISA Interview preparation, Immigration guidance etc.

- Head office in Mangalore. 

Also why students have to select  Solasta UEC and what are the benefits students are getting from

- Solasta consultants have studied in the USA and presently working in the USA; 1:1 guidance to the students directly from the USA

- Solasta have gone through this entire process themselves and are best equipped to guide the students at every step

- Solasta will ensure the students are aware of the latest changing rules and regulations

- Solasta will enable the students to go to High Ranked Universities (several other consultant companies have tie-ups with low ranked Universities)

Higher Education Opportunities in Germany 

The Office of Collaborations organized a talk on Higher Education Opportunities in Germany for the interested students of Final year Engineering, MBA and MCA students on 14 December 2022 from 12pm to 1pm. The speaker of the event is Dr GuruTej, CEO, Wisdom ED, Mangaluru.

Ms Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer welcomed the resource person and the participants. She gave a brief introduction about the resource person and the purpose of conducting the talk.

The resource person started the session by briefing about why students are opting to study in Europe rather than other countries. Opting to pursue higher education in Germany is steadily increasing because of many privileges like free education or reduction in fees, increased provisions of availability of extended PR visa and Job opportunities.

Dr. Guru Tej provided an overview of tuition-free education in Germany, stating that students who wish to study in Germany for free must follow the steps outlined below. He also goes over each step in detail.Course selection, university/college selection, tuition costs (if applicable), and blocked account Costs of living and lodging Apply, Get your German Student Visa, take off, and enjoy life in Germany.

Overall, the session was extremely beneficial. The session concluded with questions being answered. Ms Diana Monteiro proposed the vote of thanks at the end of the session.

Counselling and Guidance program on higher education abroad for final-year students

The Office of Collaborations organized a half-day One-to-One Counselling and Guidance programme for final-year students pursuing higher education abroad in collaboration with IDP Mangaluru and Planet Education Karnataka, Udupi, on 12 and 13 December 2022 from 11a.m. to 2p.m.. The counselling programme includes assistance with selecting a university, course, and destination, as well as scholarship, funding, and visa applications. Even parents came with their children to this programme. There were a total of 12 students who attended and took advantage of the counselling session.

Counselling and Guidance program on higher education abroad for final-year students

The Office of Collaborations organized a half-day One-to-One Counselling and Guidance programme for final-year students pursuing higher education abroad in collaboration with Planet Education Karnataka, Udupi, on 15 November 2022 from 2p.m. to 5p.m.. The counselling programme includes assistance with selecting a university, course, and destination, as well as scholarship, funding, and visa applications. Even parents came with their children to this programme. There were a total of 12 students who attended and took advantage of the counselling session.

 Benefits of learning foreign languages like German, French, and Korean

The Office of Collaborations hosted a talk on the benefits of learning foreign languages like German, French, and Korean. In a globalised world, learning a foreign language improves career and personal development opportunities. The talk is scheduled for December 10, 2022, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. for interested pre-final year and final year students. The speakers were Mr Govind Belgaumkar, Chief Language Trainer, and Ms Ragini Belgaumkar from Edvio Language Institute in Mangaluru.

Ms Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer, the program's convener, began the talk by welcoming the resource persons. Students from various branches attended the talk. The talk was attended by 170 students in total.

Mr. Govid and Ms. Ragini explained why German is important, as well as its uses and benefits. How can students raise their profile using this language? The majority of public universities prefer A2 level German Language silks for admission.

They stated that knowing German increases your job opportunities with German and foreign companies in your home country and abroad. Several international companies with operations in India are looking for German-speaking employees.

They also stated that Germany provides a generous number of scholarships and other forms of financial assistance to students studying in Germany. Working holiday visas are available for young foreigners from a variety of countries, and skilled workers and professionals are given special visas.

The presentation was well received and appreciated by the audience.

How to Write the Statement of Purpose

To make recommendations for writing the statement of purpose Final-year engineering, MBA, and MCA students were invited to a discussion hosted by the Office of Collaboration on 12 November 2022 7:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. Ms Priyamvada Agarvwal, Test-IELTS Preparation Trainer, IDP, Kolkata, led this session 

She stated during her session, A Statement of Purpose (SOP), also known as a research statement or a letter of intent, is written to the admissions committee and discusses your career path, interests, professional contributions, goals, and the motivation for pursuing a specific programme. Certain universities may also maintain a question-and-answer format. It is the most important aspect of your application because it determines your admission to your preferred institution.

Your application's Statement of Purpose (SOP) is the deciding factor. It aids the admissions committee in determining your outlook on life, career goals, beliefs, subject knowledge, and vision. In summary, a well-written SOP portrays your overall personality to universities. It is an opportunity for you to pitch the committee on your purpose and why they should choose you over other applicants.

She included, there are several elements that are vital for your Statement of Purpose. These include: Personal background,Financial background Academic details,Professional experience (full/part time, voluntary), Immediate and long-term goals, Reasons why you wish to study at this particular institution, Reasons of being interested in the chosen field, About extra-curricular activities, Published works, if any, Papers submitted, if any, Interests, hobbies

She mentioned that there are several essential elements for your Statement of Purpose. These are some examples: Personal history, financial history Academic specifics, Professional experience (full-time, part-time, or volunteer), Goals for the short and long term Reasons why you want to study at this specific institution Reasons for being interested in a particular field, In terms of extracurricular activities, If there are any published works, Papers that have been submitted, if any, Hobbies and interests.

Higher Education Abroad (Australia/USA/UK/Canada/Ireland/new Zealand)

The Office of Collaborations, in collaboration with IDP Mangaluru and Planet Education Karnataka, Udupi, held a session for interested Final-year Engineering, MBA, and MCA students on 20 October 2022 from 12p.m. to 1p.m. on the topic Higher Education Abroad (Australia/USA/UK/Canada/Ireland/New Zealand), providing information on courses, scholarships, employment opportunities, and tips on how to make a good profile.

Ms Priya K, Branch Manager, Planet Education, Udupi, and Mr Ajay Chandran, Branch Manager, IDP Education Ltd, Mangaluru, spoke at the event.

Mr Shijo and Ms Priya advised students aspiring for higher education in foreign universities to be open to other prospective and growing study destinations that provide access to equal quality higher education abroad and are economical or even free.

Both speakers discussed the various aspects of the study abroad process and emphasized the importance of starting early in order to be successful in their efforts to obtain admissions, scholarships, and visas. He focused on how to become global Indians and discussed the journey and process of becoming one.

Collaborations Officer Diana Monteiro stated that the college coordinates such sessions for the benefit of the students and that SJEC sees a large number of students go abroad for higher education each year. She thanked the speakers for facilitating the event and providing students with authentic information.

Higher Education Abroad

A talk was organized to introduce the functionalities of the Office of Collaborations and provide the ultimate guide on overseas education on 13 October 2022 from 10 am to 11 am for all the final year CV engineering students. The talk was delivered by Ms. Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer, SJEC.

She explained the work of the Office of Collaborations in college in terms of helping students get into universities abroad for higher education. Students were also briefed on different areas of collaboration.

MoU signed with different universities were explained along with program details available for students in each of the universities. Tie-up with IDP as our nodal partner for IELST was also highlighted for the benefit for the interest of the students.

Information regarding international internship and projects were also introduced to students, along with various events scheduled for our students on campus.

The session ended with addressing all the queries of the students regarding the higher education abroad program.

Talk on – “Engineering Opportunities for Engineers in Australia

The office of Collaborations in association with IDP Mangaluru organized a talk on “Engineering Opportunities for Engineers in Australia” on 10 May 2022 from 11:00 p.m. to 12:00 p.m.

This talk was scheduled for the students of Final Year Engineering students. The resource person for the talk was Mr. Roshan Kayjay Country Head, Western Sydney University, Australia. 

Ms. Diana Monteriro, welcome the gathering and introduced Mr. Roshan Kayjay to the audience. During the speech, Mr. Kayjay briefed me about Western Sydney University and the courses the university is offering to students for higher education. 

During his session, we got an opportunity to interact with Prof Dharma, Dean of Civil Engineering, from Western Sydney. He spoke with students on higher education as well as research and guided them on their projects and gave valuable insights into projects.  

The session was followed by Question – Answer round where students enthusiastically presented their queries related to the topic which were addressed by Mr. Roshan Kayjay.

In the end, the program was followed by a vote of thanks from Ms. Diana Monteiro.

Talk on – Overview of Education Abroad

The office of Collaborations in association with Bar Ilan University, Israel organized an online talk on “Fully Funded Masters and Ph.D. Programs at Bar Ilan University, Israel on Saturday, 29 January 2022 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.

This talk was scheduled for the students of Final Year Engineering, MBA, and MCA students. The resource person for the talk was Ms. Radhika Haldankar, Country Head, Bar Ilan University Israel. 

Ms. Diana Monteiro welcomed the guest and audience, followed by the introduction of the guest speaker. Ms. Radhika, introduce the University as one of the largest and fastest-growing research universities in Israel. It is ranked among the leading universities in the world and is awardee Israel’s most beautiful campus. 

Bar Ilan university has always been Israel’s no 1 university for new immigrants and international students, providing an experience unmatched by any other university in the country. Students from all over the world study at Bar Ilan’s leading degree programs. With over 25 undergraduate graduate doctoral degrees and summer programs instructed in English by world-renowned faculty, the International School delivers academic excellence and an inspiring learning environment. 

She also explained the fully funded Master's Ph.D. and Post Doc programs for deserving students from India.

The session was followed by Question – Answer round where students enthusiastically presented their queries related to the topic which were addressed by Ms. Radhika

In the end, the program was followed by a vote of thanks from Ms. Diana Monteiro. 

Talk on – “How to Crack Civil Services Exams”

The Office of Collaboration organized a talk on How to Crack the Civil Services Exam on 26 February 2021 from noon to 1:00 p.m. for the Students of Second Year ME, ECE, and EEE branches.

Ms. Amlin D’Souza, Commercial Tax Inspector, Mangalore (Alumna, ECE 2010 -2014) of our college was the resource person.

The talk began with the deliverance of a welcome address by the Collaborations Officer and convener of the program Ms. Diana Monteiro. She also introduced the resource person to the gathering. The speaker was then invited to deliver the talk. The resource person began the session by stating that today the students have a lot of openings for a prospective career in the government sector, corporate sector, leading public sector banks, and even in the UPSC (Union Public Services Commission) and SSC (State Services Commission) where they can make a niche for themselves.  

The speaker chose to emphasize the main components of competitive exams in the country namely the Union Public Service Commission. The speaker threw light on the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and stressed its intricacies of it, such as the qualifications, number of attempts, reservations, cut-off marks, and the total number of services that comes under it. She also elaborately discussed the exam cycle which takes an entire year to complete.

She made the inquisitive students learn how to apply for the exam and then enlightened them on the various sources to refer to for preparation. She explained in detail the preliminary, mains, and interview parts of the examinations. She also threw light on the selection, salary offered age limit, reservations, the duration for preparation, and exact time to start for preparation.

Overall, the session was highly informative and educative to aspiring and ever-enthusiastic students. The session was followed by an interactive session with the speaker. The highly motivated students raised a variety of questions to the speaker which he answered with unwavering enthusiasm. Altogether 75 students attended the talk. The vote of thanks was delivered by the Collaborations Officer.

Talk on Job Opportunities in Bank and Government Sector

The Office of Collaborations of the College conducted an informative session on Job Opportunities in Bank and Government Sector on 22 January 2022 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. and it was hosted online for the final year students of Engineering, MBA, and MCA students. The Resource person for the talk was Mr. Ashith Poojary, Manager of Triumphant Institute of Management Education (T.I.M.E) Mangalore Branch. 

Ms. Diana Monteiro welcomes the guest and the participants. Mr. Ashith Poojary then opened his session and mentioned that one should not restrict themselves to a particular discipline and embrace innovation. The Talk highlighted the importance of competitive exams like Banking, and the Government sector. The Session was attended by about 20 students from across streams of was attended. It was well-received and informative for the students

The session was followed by Question – Answer round where students enthusiastically presented their queries related to the topic which were addressed by Mr. Poojary

In the end, the program was followed by a vote of thanks from Ms. Diana Monteiro.

Office of Collaborations Organised - IELTS Mock Test

To provide the students an extra edge to be able to perform well in their actual IELTS Examination the Office of Collaborations organized the IELTS Mock Test on 22 December 2021 from 7:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the Final year students, who are interested to pursue their higher studies Abroad. The IELTS Mock test is conducted by Ms. Priyamvada Agarwal, Test-Preparation Trainer IDP, Kolkata.

This mock test was aimed to help students to prepare well for their final IELTS test, they got to know the test format, experienced the types of tasks they were asked to undertake, test themselves under timed conditions and review their answers. Together 22 students from different branches had attend the test.

Mock Test on Graduate Record Examination (GRE) 

To provide the students an extra edge to be able to perform well in their actual GRE Examination the Office of Collaborations was organized the GRE Mock Test on 30 November 2021 from 7:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the Final year students, who are interested to pursue their higher studies Abroad. The GRE Mock test is conducted by Ms. Priyamvada Agarwal, Test-Preparation Trainer IDP, Kolkata. 

This mock test was aimed to help students to prepare well for their final GRE test, they got to know the test format, experienced the types of tasks they were asked to undertake, test themselves under timed conditions and review their answers.  

Office of Collaborations Organised - IELTS Mock Test

To provide the students an extra edge to be able to perform well in their actual IELTS Examination the Office of Collaborations was organized IELTS Mock Test on 10 November 2022 from 2:00 p.m. to 5 p.m. for the Final year students, who are interested to pursue their higher studies in Abroad. The IELTS Mock test is conducted by Dr. GuruTej, CEO, of Wisdom Ed–Test Prep Academy (IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT) Advisory for International Scholarship and E-Learning Solutions. 

This mock test was aimed to help students to prepare well for their final IELTS test, they got to know the test format, experienced the types of tasks they were asked to undertake, test themselves under timed conditions and review their answers. Together 22 students from different branches had attend the test.

Talk on – Overview of Education Abroad

With the view of providing professional guidance to students, The Office of Collaborations has organized a lecture on Overview of Education Abroad (Australia, Canada, UK, US, and Ireland) by Ms. Priya K, Branch Manager, Planet Education, Karnataka, Udupi. This talk was scheduled on 29 October 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. for the final year students of Engineering. MBA and MCA.

Ms. Diana Monteiro welcomed the guest and audience, followed by the introduction of the guest speaker.

Together 40 students, faculty, and staff member have attended the program.

Ms. Priya guided students about the opportunities of Higher Education in different countries and gave a glimpse of various aspects like:

Reasons to pursue higher education abroad

 • Basic eligibility requirements for students who want to pursue higher education Abroad

 • Requirements of preparatory and qualifying exams

 • Various professional fields where different universities specialize

 • Medium of instruction

 • Foreign degree certification and validation

 • Application package requirements and compilation process

 • Visa Process

 • Key pointers for success in universities abroad

 • Companies where work/job can be an option

The session was followed by Question – Answer round where students enthusiastically presented their queries related to the topic which were addressed by Ms. Priya

In the end, the program was followed by a vote of thanks by Ms. Diana Monteiro.

Talk on – Higher Education Opportunities in Germany

The Office of Collaborations hosted a talk on Higher Education Opportunities in Germany for the final year students of Engineering, MBA, and MCA students on 27 October 2021. The main purpose to schedule this talk was the percentage of students from our college opting to pursue higher education in Germany is steadily increasing because of many privileges like free education or reduction in fees, increased provisions of availability of extended PR visas, and Job opportunities. The keynote speaker of the webinar was Dr. GuruTej, Director, of Wisdom Education, Mangalore. 

Ms. Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer welcomes the resource person and gathering. Dr GuruTej, then opened his session by giving insights about higher education in Germany and Europe and also gave a glimpse of various aspects like:

 • Reasons to pursue higher education in Germany and Europe

 • Basic eligibility requirements for students who want to pursue higher education in Germany

 • Requirements of preparatory and qualifying exams

 • Various professional fields where German universities specialize

 • Medium of instruction

 • Foreign degree certification and validation

 • Application package requirements and compilation process

 • Visa Process

 • Key pointers for success in Germany and Europe

 • Companies where work/job can be an option in Germany and Europe

Overall, the session was highly informative and educative to aspiring and ever-enthusiastic students. The session was followed by an interactive session with the speaker. The highly motivated students raised a variety of questions to the speaker which he answered with unwavering enthusiasm. Altogether 54 students attended the talk. The vote of thanks was delivered by Ms. Diana Monteiro, the Collaborations Officer.

Talk on – Bacheloar’s to Master’s Collaborations – Partner University

To provide information on partnered university – Boston University of Metropolitan College, International, USA and about the exempted courses and fees, a talk was conducted by the Office of Collaboration on Bachelor’s to Master’s Collaborations for the final year Engineering, MBA, and MCA students,  on 18 October 2021 from March 2021. The talk was delivered by Ms. Kate Dunkerley, Director of Boston University, Metropolitan College International, USA. The talk began with welcoming the gathering and introducing the speaker Ms. Diana Monteiro.  

Ms. Kate Dunkerley, introduce the Boston University Metropolitan International College, USA. This college is one of the 17 schools and colleges that comprise Boston university. Founded in 1839, Boston University is internationally recognized as a top institution of high learning and research offering more than 300 undergraduates, graduate, doctoral, and special degree programs. Along with the resources of 21 libraries and over 130 academic centers and institutes. More than 35,000 students from all 50 states and 130+countreis, are studying in this institution. 

She added in her talk this partnership is mainly focused to help students with higher education opportunities at an exempted cost. Certain subjects studied by CSE and ECE students will be exempted from courses of study and credits earned at SJEC will be directly transferred to the Master's Program at BU-MET, thereby saving substantial costs, time, and effort for the students.

The following courses are offered by Boston University, MET International: Graduate Certificate, Advanced Graduate Certificate (Internship), MS in Administrative Sciences

MS in Computer Sciences. The eligibility requirement to opt for these courses is a GPA of a minimum of 3.0 which is equivalent to a 7 CGPA and 6.5 bands in IELTS. Interested students can apply 3 months advanced and the application process will be handled by the host institution. 

Sometime was allotted for a Q&A session where students clarified their doubts and issues related to courses. This talk ended with Thanking all by the Collaborations Officer.  

Talk on – Get Familiar with IELTS

The Office of Collaborations organized the webinar on S (International English Language Testing System) for the students of IV Engineering and II year MBA, MCA by Mr. Aftab Hamadi, Senior IELTS Operations Executive Karnataka on 27th September 2021 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. 

The talk began with Ms. Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer welcoming the all. Mr. Aftab began his speech by explaining about the IELTS, the International English Language Testing System is the world's most popular high-stakes English language test. It is designed to assess the language ability of people who need to study or work where English is the language of communication.

The IELTS test is accepted by over 10,000 organizations in 140 countries and is recognized by universities and employers in many countries including Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, and the US.

He also explained, IELTS can be taken for the following purposes:

Study abroad:

· Students planning to study in English-speaking countries such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the UK, the US, Ireland, or wherever the medium of instruction is English need to take an English language test that approves their language proficiency.

Work abroad:

IELTS score is acknowledged by employers and professional bodies from English-speaking countries in various fields such as engineering, law, nursing, medicine, accountancy, teaching, and more.

Immigration:

If you are planning to immigrate to an English-speaking country, you must take IELTS. Migration authorities in Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the US, and the United Kingdom use IELTS to process immigration.

He also briefly guided students on the Test Format and overview and Benefits of IELTS. In the end, students asked many doubts and clarified them. Students got useful information. The session was concluded by thanked everyone by Ms. Diana Monteiro. A total of 68 students attended the talk.

Talk on introducing the functionalities of the Office of Collaboration 

A talk was organized to introduce the functionalities of the Office of Collaborations and provide the ultimate guide on overseas education on Wednesday, 19 May 2021 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm for all the pre-final year students. The talk was delivered by Ms. Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer, SJEC.

She explained the work of the Office of Collaborations in college in terms of helping students get into abroad universities for higher education. Students were also briefed on different areas of collaboration.

MoU signed with different universities were explained along with program details available for students in each of the universities. Tie-up with IDP as our nodal partner for IELST was also highlighted for the benefited for the interest of the students.

Information regarding international internship and projects were also introduced to students, along with various events scheduled for our students on campus.

The session ended with addressing all the queries of the students regarding the higher education abroad program.

Study Abroad Journey (Destination- CANADA, UK, US, AUSTRALIA, IRELAND, NEW ZEALAND)

Office of Collaborations conducted the webinar on Study Abroad Journey (Destination- CANADA, UK, US, AUSTRALIA, IRELAND, NEW ZEALAND) by Mr Shijo Mon Yesudhas, Senior Executive Business Development, IDP Education Mangaluru on 16th August 2021 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 pm. for the III and IV year students. Ms Diana Monterio Collaborations Welcome the speaker. 

Mr Shijo said, when it comes to planning a study abroad trip, timing is everything. Students need to pay close attention to dates and deadlines, especially when concerning:

• Applying to programs

• Seeking financial aid

• Finding housing

• Making travel arrangements

• Getting passports and/or visas

A chronological checklist is a great tool to visually organize the steps students need to take to prepare for students trip, from one year before departure to students’ arrival date. He advised to mention above study abroad checklist to avoid unnecessary stress and stay on track for a hiccup-free departure!

This session ended with question, answers and vote of thanks.

Road to the world (Destination- CANADA, UK, US, AUSTRALIA, IRELAND)

Office of Collaborations organized an online webinar on Road to the world (Destination- CANADA, UK, US, AUSTRALIA, IRELAND) for the III and IV year students by Ms Priya K, Branch and Operations head, Planet Education India on 31 July 2021 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 pm. 

The talk begins with welcoming the guest speaker by Ms Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer, SJEC. During the interaction session Ms Priya, explained about why higher education abroad is important and inform the students to follow the steps.

Select your desired discipline, decide where you had like to study, Use the best search engines for international degrees, Check the International University Rankings, Research the most affordable degrees, find out how others experienced studying abroad. 

This session ended with clearing the doubts and proposing the vote of thanks.

“CRACK IAS IN THE FIRST ATTEMPT AFTER GRADUATION”

To support students to write the competitive examination “The Office of Collaborations is organized a webinar on “CRACK IAS IN THE FIRST ATTEMPT AFTER GRADUATION. The webinar will be held on 17th July 2021 from 2 pm to 3 pm for all the BE/MCA/MBA students. Any systematic average student who can clear the IAS exams effortlessly is the main theme of this talk. This webinar delivered by Mr Jojo Mathew, Chief Executive Director, Alternative Learning System(ALS) New Delhi. Ms Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer welcomed the Chief Guest.

During his talk Mr Jojo Mathew, said there are lakhs of students appear for competitive examinations but the rate of success is very low mainly due to lack of mastery over the subjects they are supposed to study in death. Only those students succeed who have clarity of thought, see their goal and worked hard to have knowledge of every aspect of the subjects they are appearing for, he added.

At the same time Mr Mathew said students should have an alternative plan ready for shaping the career. There are multiple choices available for a bright future which students should be aware of. This does not allow frustration or stress take over young minds, he added.

Students should always analyse things before blindly agreeing to them. This would help write correct answers and come out with flying colours, he added. 

Mr Mathew, also replied to the questions students asked during an interactive session after the lecture. The workshop will enable the participants to prepare well for UPSC/ KPSC  and other central and state-related exams. Dr Donald Lobo, Dean, Commerce department and Director of St Aloysius Institute of Civil Services (SAICS), Mangalore, were present.

“Tuition free education in Germany: key factors to be keep in mind”

Tuition free education in Germany: key factors to be keep in mind” talk conducted on, Friday,11 June 2021 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM for all the pre-final and final year BE, MCA and MBA students. The talk delivered by Mr GuruTej Wisdom Ed, Mangaluru. Ms Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer and Convener of the talk welcomed the speaker and participants.

Dr Guru Tej gave introduction about Tuition free education in Germany and said, Students wanting to study in Germany for free are required to adhere to the following steps to be able to achieve the same. He also elaborates on each steps. Course Selection, University/College Selection, Tuition Costs (if any) and Blocked Account, Living and accommodation costs, Apply, Get your German Student Visa, Taking off and life in Germany

At the same time, Dr Guru Tej said, studying in Germany would also allow students to have access to high-quality education, affordable courses, and reap the benefits of a robust economy. Students looking to pursue higher education in Germany have the benefit of being able to choose from a large pool of programs and schools. Students can choose from hundreds of UG courses, offered in the country by all kinds of institutions of higher education such as business schools, art schools, colleges, technical colleges, universities, and universities of technology which are both private-run and state-funded. This session ended with clearing the doubts and proposing the vote of thanks.

Partnered University – Talk on Bachelor’s to Master’s Collaborations

To provide information on partnered university – Boston University of Metropolitan College, International, USA and about the exempted courses and fees, a talk was conducted by the Office of Collaboration on Bachelor’s to Master’s Collaborations on 29th March 2021. The talk delivered by Ms Kate Dunkerley, Director Boston University, Metropolitan College International, USA. The talk begins with welcoming the gathering and introducing the speaker. 

Ms Kate Dunkerley, introduce the Boston University Metropolitan International College, USA. This college is one of the 17schools and colleges that comprise Boston university. Founded in 1839, Boston University is internationally recognized as a top institution of high learning and research offering more than 300 undergraduates, graduate, doctoral and special degree programs. Along with the resources of 21 libraries and over 130 academic centres and institutes. With more than 35,000 students from all 50 state and 130+countreis, are studying in this institution. 

She added in her talk this partnership is mainly focused to help students with higher education opportunities at an exempted cost. Certain subjects studied by CSE and ECE students will be exempted on courses of study and credits earned at SJEC will be directly transferred to the Master's Program at BU-MET, thereby saving substantial costs, time and effort for the students.

The following courses are offered by Boston University, MET International: Graduate Certificate, Advanced Graduate Certificate (Internship), MS in Administrative Sciences 

MS in Computer Sciences. The eligibility requirement to opt for these courses is a GPA of a minimum of 3.0 which is equivalent to 7 CGPA and 6.5 band in IELTS. Interested students can apply 3 months advanced and all the application process will be handled by the host institution. 

Some time allotted for a Q&A session where students clarified their doubts and issues related courses. This talk ended with Thanking all.

IELTS Mock Test

To provide the students an extra edge to be able to perform well in their actual IELTS Examination the Office of Collaborations is organized IELTS Mock Test on 08 March 2021 at 10:00 Am to 1:30 Pm for the Final year students, who are interested to pursue their higher studies in Abroad. The IELTS Mock test is conducted by Dr. GuruTej, CEO, Wisdom Ed–Test Prep Academy (IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT) Advisory for International Scholarship and E-Learning Solutions. 

This mock test was aimed to help students to prepare well for their final IELTS test, they got to know the test format, experience the types of tasks they asked to undertake, test themselves under timed conditions and review their answers. The test ended at 1:30 Pm.

Higher Education in Germany

The Office of Collaborations organized a virtual talk on higher education in Germany for the Final-year Engineering, MBA and MCA students, focusing on various options and opportunities to the students on 9th October 2020 at 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. The Speaker of the talk was Ms Niketa Dedhia, Principal Consultant, Exponent Consultant Services, USA.

During her talk she said, Germany has become one of the top choices for international students opting to pursue higher studies. Even if students are not taking a single class to learn the German language still they will succeed to earn their degree as they conduct many classes in the English language. International Students in Germany are allowed to work for either 90 full working days or 180 half working days so this is one of the main reason to pursue study in Germany.

In relation to having a large number of universities, Germany offers countless degree courses designed to suit everyone’s interests. As an industrialized country Germany has invested a lot in Engineering universities and today Engineering programs are particularly valued at German universities. However, there are a lot more study programs offered at these universities and in some of them, they are global leaders like medicine and pharmacy.

Based on official recordings in 2018, there are 429 public higher education institution functioning in Germany among which 106 are universities. Some of them have been consistently ranked among the world’s best universities. Students value these universities for the quality of education, hands-on experiences during their studies, opportunities to improve academically during and after studies and most importantly the safe and friendly environment.

Degree issued from a German university is a highly respected and valued qualification all over the world. As an indication of this, German graduates enjoy a high employability in the global job market.

In comparison with other countries, Germany is a safe country. In town or in the countryside, by day or by night, students can move around freely here. To apply for studies few universities are asking for GMAT otherwise IELTS exam is sufficient to get an admission. The talk ended with the questions and answer.

St Joseph Engineering College has become the NODAL Partner with IDP IELTS 

Office of Collaborations is delighted to announce that St Joseph Engineering College has become the Nodal Partner with IDP IELTS, for the world's top and most preferred Language Test - IELTS. The International English Language Test System (IELTS), is the world’s most popular high-stakes English language test. It is the test that opens doors to a world of academic and professional opportunities in 140+ countries, where English is a language in the workplace or the classroom.

Office of Collaborations organized US University Fair

St Joseph Engineering College, Office of Collaborations in association with Quacquarelli Symonds from Mumbai organized the ‘US University Fair’, a half-day interaction event for all the final year engineering students of St Joseph Engineering College, who plan to study abroad. The event was planned and organized by the Office of Collaborations of SJEC under the leadership of Ms Diana Monteiro, Collaborations Officer on 18th September 2019 at SJEC Campus.

The Directors of Admission and Recruitment from highly reputed and ranked US universities participated in this fair. They guided more than 100 interested students on STEM programs, application for universities, scholarships availability and post study career opportunities in the US. Students are eligible to apply for scholarships worth US $ million.

Some of the universities that participated in the fair are New York University - Tandon School of Engineering, USC Viterbi School of Engineering, George Washington University- School of Engineering & Applied Science, Indiana University - School of Informatics, Computing and

Engineering, University of California, Irvine – Samueli School of Engineering, University of South Florida.

The delegates interacted with the Management of SJEC. The Principal Dr Rio D’Souza welcomed all the delegates to the campus and expressed his interest in building a stronger association with these universities. He mentioned that a growing engineering institution like St Joseph Engineering College will benefit from collaborating with Universities across the world, especially the US. The Director, Rev Fr Wilfred Prakash D’Souza, Assistant Directors, Rev. Fr Rohith D’Costa, Rev. Fr Alwyn D’Souza, HR Manager Mr Rakesh Lobo and all the Collaborations Committee members participated in the discussion.

The fair also had international destination expert Quacquarelli Symonds from Mumbai Office, who worked with the students and helped them take effective decisions regarding their higher education options.

Passport Awareness Program

To benefit students and staff, The Office of Collaborations conducted an Awareness Program on “Passport Application” in association with the “Passport Seva Kedra, Mangaluru on 30th August 2019 in the Fr Fred Memorial Hall for all the Teaching, Non-teaching staff, all year Engineering branch, MCA and MBA students. The Passport Seva Kendra Customer Service Manager, Mr Nagraj Bhat, guided the students on the process, procedure, and documentation related information while applying for a passport and availability of applying for a passport through the online website. Also, he said there are many fake agents in the market and they are charging double fee to apply for the passport. The actual fee to apply for a passport is Rs 1500/- only. Mr Roshan D’Souza, Business Executive also helped in clarifying queries of students and staff.

Information Session on Higher Education Abroad

To get more awareness on abroad studies, the Office of Collaborations organized an information session on higher education abroad, for all the final year CSE, EC, EEE, CV, ME branch students on 13th September 2019. The speaker of the event is Mr Manoj Gosavi, Branch Manager, IDP Mangalore. He addressed the students and said, studying abroad isn’t just a fun way to spend a semester; it is quickly becoming the key to success in our global economy. Because getting ahead in today’s workplaces isn’t just about getting good grades or test scores in school, which are important. It’s also about having real experience with the world beyond your borders –- experience with languages, cultures and societies very different from your own. But let’s be clear, studying abroad is about so much more than improving your own future. It’s also about shaping the future of your countries and of the world we all share.

He guided the students on Test Preparation – IELTS, TOEFL, GRE, GMAT. Finance/ Scholarship – Educational loan offered by the financial institutions and banks, about various International and national scholarships. Admission Guidance – Resume, Statement of Purpose, how to apply to the universities with documents are thoroughly complied, attested, highlighting the areas essential for a well-presented error free application. Popular courses – assisted in identifying popular courses in the country,and guided in subject selection based on parameters of skills required in the industry. .

An international Degree is also a gateway to employability prospects abroad. Indian students who wish to return home and seek job opportunities will have them in bounty. Companies consider international exposure an important factor when making decisions about which applicant to hire. And a Degree earned abroad will demonstrate to your future employers that you possess a go-getter attitude.

International University Fair

The Office of Collaborations of St Joseph Engineering College in association with IDP Education Mangaluru has organized an International University Fair, a half-day event for all the Mangaluru region final year engineering students and second PUC students who are planning to study abroad. The event is scheduled on 25 April 2019 from 9:30 AM to 12:30:00 PM in the SJEC, Bishop Paul Hall.

A formal meeting arranged in the college board room with the college management, Collaborations Officer Ms Diana Monteiro, Faculty Coordinator Mr Keith Fernandes and all the delegates of IDP. Principal Dr Rio D’Souza welcomed the gathering and said this is a new initiative from our college, students are showing interest in higher studies.

The fair had an international destination expert of IDP, Mangalore, who will guide students on the Higher Education opportunities that they can explore in the countries they have expertise in.

Internationally reputed and highly ranked university delegates had participated in this fair who guided the interested students and parents on how to apply for universities, various scholarships available and post-study career opportunities in Australia. Some of the universities participated in the fair are Deakin University, Flinders University, James Cook University – Townsville, Monash University, Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology, Monash University, Swinburne University of Technology, University of Adelaide, University of Canberra, University of South Australia, and Western Sydney University. 

‘Suvidha – 2019’- Higher Education and Training Avenues

The Training and Collaborations Offices of St Joseph Engineering College, Mangalore jointly organized a one day Career Fair on Higher Education and Training Avenues – ‘Suvidha – 2019’ exclusively for the students and alumni of the college, here on 9th February, 2019.

The event was a key part of our strategy of supporting our students in their higher education and career aspirations, and was aimed to provide as much information as possible about the future pathways available to them.

The vendors and organizations in the following streams:

1.     Higher Education – India

2. Higher Education – Abroad

3. Training institutes for examinations like IAS, GRE, TOEFL, GATE and IELTS

4. Foreign Language Training Institutes

5.    Training institutes for Core Competencies among many other vendors.

The event was inaugurated by lighting the lamp. The dignitaries on the dais were Rev Fr Wilfred Prakash D’Souza – The Director of SJEC, Rev Fr Rohith D’Costa – Assistant Director, Dr Rio D’Souza – Principal, Dr Joseph Gonsalves – Chief of R&D, Ms Diana Monteiro – Collaborations Officer and Ms Flona Shawn Soans – Training Officer.

In his inaugural speech, Dr Rio D’Souza, the Principal of SJEC said “SJEC is growing and we have realized that Collaborations with the Universities in India and abroad and Collaborations with the Industries will put us in the right direction of growth and we have thus taken Collaboration seriously. ‘Suvidha-2019’ will provide the right guidance to the students to take the decisions of their careers wisely. Success is achieved when the right opportunity comes at the right time. But many times, you get the right opportunity at the wrong time and people let go of the opportunities.” He urged the students to not let go of the opportunity and make the best out of it.

Speaking on behalf of the Vendors – Mr Arun Mathias from CorEL Technologies (I) Pvt Ltd said that such fairs were non- existent in his time. Expos like this provide students with information of all the avenues that he/she can pursue as a career. He urged SJEC to make this an annual event.

The vendors who participated in the fair were IDP, Illinois Institute of Technology, NIIT, IIHT, CorEL Technologies (I) Pvt Ltd, Educaro India, Royal IAS Academy, ACE Engineering Academy, The Chopras, Wizdom Ed, Santa Monica Study Abroad Pvt Ltd, Storm Overseas Education, Jireh Pathway Abroad, Planet Education and Abhijna Education Pvt Ltd. The vendors gave information to students on avenues like Higher Education in India and Abroad, Preparing for competitive examinations like GATE, IELTS, TOEFL and GRE, Ad on Courses on niche software and Technologies, Civil Services Examinations among many things.