Pearson BTEC joins hands with Solitaire Business School to empower students with Career Skills programs

Hyderabad, February 26, 2023: Pearson, the world’s leading learning company, announced its partnership with Solitaire Business School, a premier educational institution in Hyderabad, to offer Pearson’s BTEC Higher Nationals programs in Business Management and courses in Sport, Fitness Instructing and Personal Training, Marketing and Business. Pearson BTECs are vocational skill qualification programs, developed in consultation with industry experts, educators and employers offering a diverse range of qualifications across different industries and sectors.

The qualifications are internationally recognised providing progression to both university and employment, where real-life scenarios are used for assignments and assessments. They are offered at 30+ partners in India, including universities, colleges, international schools, and private training centres. The qualifications are offered in over 24 subject areas with more than 2000 qualifications ranging from business to digital technology to art and design to healthcare and many more, enabling learners with skills relevant to the global workplace.

On the announcement of the partnership, Mir Murtuza Ali, Chairperson of Solitaire Business School, said, “Pearson brings a wealth of expertise in qualification and learning solutions. Their curriculum materials, platforms, and assessments are widely respected and used by leading institutions worldwide. With Pearson’s expertise and Solitaire Business Schools’ unwavering commitment to student success, I’m confident this collaboration will open doors to exciting global opportunities for us.”
 
On the partnership, Daniyal Ali, Director of Solitaire Business School, said, “The Pearson-Solitaire collaboration unlocks top-notch skill-based learning solutions for our students. Expect enriched learning, personalized paths, and faculty development that elevates the student experience. Through this collaboration, we at Solitaire Business Schools aim to ensure our students are always adaptive to the changing landscape and have the necessary skills for the future of work.”
 
“Our collaboration with the Solitaire Business School represents our alignment with India’s National Education Policy 2020, wherein the Indian government aims to expand vocational education to at least 50% of learners in the school and higher education system by 2025. Through this partnership, we will provide vocational training and skill development programs that are relevant to the evolving job market for learners.” Siddharth Parnerkar, International Sales Director, Pearson.  
 
Recently, Pearson also collaborated with the National Skill Development Corporation International (NSDCI) to address the urgent need for upskilling and workforce development in India. This collaboration aims to promote Pearson's internationally acclaimed BTEC qualifications, aligning academic and vocational learning to meet global recognition standards set by education ministries and employers worldwide.