Pearson Vocational Qualifications and Hyderabad School of Business join forces to equip students with Industry-Ready Skills

Hyderabad, June 14, 2023: Pearson, the world’s learning company, and Hyderabad School of Business, a premier educational institution in Hyderabad affiliated to Osmania University, have joined hands to offer Pearson’s BTEC Higher Nationals courses in Business Management, Leadership and Strategic Management. Pearson BTECs are Vocational Skill Qualification programs, developed and validated in partnership with industry, universities and professional bodies, offering a diverse range of qualifications enabling learners a pathway to UK universities.

The Pearson BTEC Higher National undergraduate program qualification is generally considered equivalent to the first two years of a three-year honours degree in the UK and offers students a unique learning experience, through real-world scenario-based assessments and assignments. The qualifications have seen tremendous success globally, reaching over 1.05 million learners in more than 50 countries. 90% of BTEC students are likely to be employed after graduating.

“Our partnership with Hyderabad School of Business will strengthen our efforts in providing an immersive learning experience to students, equipping them with the confidence and expertise to thrive in the global workplace. Together, we aim to invest in the future of India's workforce, empowering individuals to achieve their full potential and contribute meaningfully to the nation's economic growth.” said, Jane Baker, Vice President, Pearson Workforce Skills.

Announcing the partnership, Sanjeeva Reddy, Chairman of Hyderabad School of Business (HSB), said, “The education sector in India has undergone a significant transformation in the last three decades, with vocational education driving the current shift. Our partnership with Pearson will offer customized courses to meet student needs, providing invaluable exposure to the job market. We believe this collaboration will empower our students with the skills and experiences needed to succeed in today's dynamic workforce.”
 

Aishwarya Reddy, Head of Pearson BTEC programs at Hyderabad School of Business (HSB), said, “Our ongoing commitment is to deliver top-notch education to our students. We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with Pearson to introduce Higher National Diploma (HND) in Business programs. This course is designed to foster the holistic development of our students and unveil lesser known yet highly rewarding avenues, including the option for top-up degrees at the program's conclusion.”
 

Pearson is working with the National Skill Development Corporation International (NSDCI) to promote Pearson BTEC qualifications across India. Globally, Pearson BTEC has collaborated with industry leaders such as Amazon Web Services, BMW Group, and Schneider Electric to design industry-specific customized qualifications for learners across sectors. In India, the courses are offered across key institutions such as Solitaire Business School (Hyderabad), Jetking Institutes (Mumbai), Buddha Group of Institutes (Karnal), amongst others.