We have a 100% placement record along with a placement guarantee for all the students, says Professor INIFD, Andheri
In a conversation with Shiksha.com, Centre Head of INIFD Andheri Professor Mamta talks at length about their detailed and well-defined syllabus. She goes into detail talking about industry readiness as one of the most crucial skill and how to acquire that.
Mamta is the Centre Head of INIFD-Andheri. She has acquired a Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics. Irrespective of her educational background, she has always had an eye for fashion and understands the growing demands of this industry as she comes from a family of garment exporters.
Read the complete interview below.
Q: What are the three things that your institute is doing that will enable it to differentiate itself from competition?
A: INIFD Andheri has a detailed and well-defined syllabus along with experienced faculties with personalised attention to students. Our Faculties come from design backgrounds and their experience combined with our well-versed curriculum helps the students to get a practical understanding.
Q: How are B.Des placements at NIF Global Andheri?
INIFD Andheri has a high placement rate every year, and many international companies come to select talented students. The selection process depends upon the interview, not on the marks. The B.Des course fee is INR 6.08 Lakhs per year, and the institute offers 100% employment to senior students. The top recruiters that participate in the INIFD Andheri placement drive include Aza Fashions, Rajat Tangri, Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, Zara New Zealand, Manish Malhotra, Nachiket Barve, Vero Moda, Pria Kataria Puri, Neeta Lulla, K Raheja Group, Shreem Interiors, Talati Interiors, Hafiz Contractor, ANA Designs, Ministry of Lights, and many more.
Q: What was the highest package offered at INIFD Andheri?
The highest package offered at INIFD Andheri is INR 20 lakhs, with a the lowest package of INR 10 Lacs and an average package of 15 lakhs.INIFD Andheri, Mumbai, is a well-regarded design institute with a strong placement record. The institute boasts a 100% placement rate and offers international workshops and exposure to its students. Many international companies visit the campus for placements, and the top roles offered to students include designer, visual merchandiser, and store manager. The institute is known for its top-notch infrastructure, curriculum, faculty, and opportunities offered, which have contributed to its high placement record. The courses offered at INIFD Andheri include 1/2/3 year programs in Fashion Design and Interior Design, developed to meet global industry demands. The institute has been recognised as the first platinum category design institute and is evaluated by an international audit firm over 14 different parameters. Overall, INIFD Andheri appears to be a promising choice for those interested in pursuing a career in the field of fashion and interior design.
Q: Who are the top recruiters of INIFD Andheri?
The top recruiters of INIFD Andheri include Aza Fashions, Rajat Tangri, Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla, Zara New Zealand, Manish Malhotra, Nachiket Barve, Vero Moda, Pria Kataria Puri, Neeta Lulla, K Raheja Group, Shreem Interiors, Talati Interiors, Hafiz Contractor, ANA Designs, Ministry of Lights, and more. These recruiters are known to participate in the placement drives and offer opportunities to the students of INIFD Andheri. The institute has a strong placement record with many international companies visiting to select talented students.
We have a 100% placement record along with a placement guarantee for all the students.
Q: What are the top three initiatives undertaken by you that are helping your students become more industry ready?
A: Industry readiness is that crucial skill that can not be acquired if the curriculum is confined to four walls. To help students become industry ready –
- We ensure that the curriculum is regularly visited and updated
- Interaction with renowned designers such as Manish Malhotra, Abu Jani, Ashley Rebello, etc. to provide industry exposure.
- Masterclasses and interaction sessions with international faculties and designers
Q: What are the key attributes that a student should have in order to qualify for your institution and perform well?
A: To qualify for the institution, one must fulfill the eligibility criteria i.e., passed class 12. The applicant must be creative and passionate to learn. To perform well, one must be dedicated and consistent in academics.
Q: Does NIF Andheri offer better placements than Pearl Academy, Mumbai?
NIF Global Andheri and Pearl Academy Mumbai are both well-regarded institutions for fashion and design courses. Both have high placement rates every year, with many international companies coming to select talented students. Selection depends upon interview, not on the marks. The top roles offered to the students are designer, VC, and store manager. INIFD Andheri has collaborations with various industries, which provide an opportunity for interaction with entrepreneurs and executives. The visit gives a right perspective of what is disseminated in classrooms. The visit is organized for industrial establishments, business houses, and various companies related to the fashion industry for their contribution to the journey of a product from a place of production to customer's which make this journey fruitful. Placement opportunities range from export houses to merchandisers, internships, and training under designers, jobs with Retail Brands and Boutiques, costume designers, and stylists for serials, etc. Pearl Academy Mumbai is ranked #52 amongst Universities in India by NIRF. It is approved by AICTE and offers 100% placement assistance. It is also ranked #1 Design & Fashion Institute by ASSOCHAM, India Today, Outlook, and The Week rankings. Therefore, both institutions offer good placement opportunities, and the choice between them depends on various factors such as faculty, curriculum, facilities, and personal preferences.
Q: Which branch is best in B.Des at NIFD Global Andheri?
Q: Which programme/s would you say is/are your best? What is it that helps your institution differentiate itself for this programme?
A: Our super-premium courses have been specially curated for students keeping in mind all the requirements to today's fashion/interior design industry, so that once the student graduates he/she is industry-ready.
Q: What are you doing to improve/drive better campus placements for your current students and alumni? What kind of jobs routinely come to campus? What would you say are the key recruitment trends for your college (observed over the past five years)?
A: To drive campus placements better, we organise –
- Interaction with designers so that the students are aware of what an employer is looking for in a design student
- Internships during the course of study so that students work and gain experience with designers and organisations like Pernia Pop up, Purple Style Labs, Tommy Hilfiger, Vera Moda, Manish Malhotra designs, Abu Jani Sandeep Khosla
Recruitment at Designers, Export Houses, Retail Houses, Accessory Designer, Boutiques, Architects, Interior Designers, Kitchen Outlets, Lighting Vendors
Recruiters want the students to know and be well trained in all aspects including social media & Cad.
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