Dr. Priyanka Singh is the Principal of GRD Girls Degree College. She is a seasoned veteran in academia with over 15 years of teaching experience. Before working at GRD Girls Degree College, she worked at PG College, V.V.P.G College, Kendriya Vidyalaya and Doon Defence Academy.

GRD Girls Degree College

What is the latest program that you are offering in your institute/dept. which will help students outperform and stand apart from the crowd?

GRD Girls Degree College is offering programs that combine knowledge and skills from multiple disciplines. This can help students develop a broader perspective and unique problem-solving skills that help them stand out in a competitive job market. Courses or programs that focus on entrepreneurship and innovation can foster creativity and encourage students to develop new business ideas or solutions to real problems.

What are the factors that make this program the best for the students to opt?

Our cutting-edge programs are designed to keep pace with the rapidly changing demands of the job market, making them more attractive to students. The expertise and experience of professors play an important role in providing quality education, which is also an added benefit of studying at GRD. We have great instructors that inspire, guide, and foster a positive learning environment for students.

What will you say the “best practices” in the course you’re offering?

We offer great placements with renowned brands. Throughout the academic year, students get opportunities to practice teamwork and build leadership skills. We encourage students to come up with creative solutions and provide them opportunities to practice different roles through activities. Besides regular classes, we also have interactive training and video-based training. We also focus on maintaining good personal appearance, body language-gesture, posture, and eye contact.

What are some valuable insights of the program that you are offering at your institute/dept.?

The college imparts personality development training that enables our students to think outside the box, creatively, and critically. Using these skills, they will be able to weigh their options and learn teamwork, communication, problem-solving, leadership, interpersonal skills, and assertiveness. Apart from this, we organize awareness campaigns, seminars for professionals, workshops, and guest lectures by industry experts. We also place emphasis on the fitness and skill development of students.

How does the program ensure that students are being prepared for the future?

Apart from examinations and practical internships, we do skills testing, behavioral and personality assessment, aptitude testing, project assessment, and mock interviews. Additionally, through the placement selection process and entrepreneurial ratios, we ensure that students are ready for their future and equipped with all the necessary skills.

How did you train yourself/faculty to deliver this program to the students?

We have experienced trainers with five-plus years of corporate experience at renowned organizations and in academia. They draw from real-life experiences and cases to teach their classes, giving students a richer experience. We also make use of life's FDP sessions and recruit Skill Trainers and Specialists to train our teachers in the latest teaching skills.

What are the benefits and career options after pursuing this course?

Higher education equips you with specialized knowledge and skills in your chosen field. This will make you more competent and marketable. A higher degree often opens the door to better job prospects and higher-paying positions. Colleges provide a platform to build professional networks that can be valuable in your career.