MGES launches 'Young Bankers' programme

Bangalore, Feb 7 (IBNS) Manipal Global Education Services in association with Axis Bank, on Tuesday launched the 'Young Bankers' Program and inaugurated the campus premises at the Manipal University Bangalore Campus in Chokenahalli, Hegdenagar.

The 'Young Banker' Program is a one year full time residential program where students will be trained on various aspects of banking, relationship management and sales.

Speaking on the occasion Rajesh Dahiya, President of Axis Bank said, "The bank offers young graduates a bright career opportunity in the exciting field of financial services. This programme is aimed at equipping graduate students with necessary banking knowledge and skills for a career in banking with Axis Bank."

Apart from banking and management, students will also undergo intensive training in etiquette & grooming, communication skills and soft skills.

The programme includes nine months of intensive campus training and three month internship at any Axis Bank across the country.

Upon successful completion of the programme, the students will be awarded with a Post Graduate Diploma in Banking Services by Manipal University and will be absorbed in the Assistant Manager grade by Axis Bank.

The crux of this industry-academia partnership is to help create an employable workforce with First Hour First Day productivity.