IIT Madras Pravartak Teams Up with French University for Aviation Safety Management Course
IIT Madras Pravartak partners with a French university to offer India’s first Master's course in Aviation Safety Management. The two-year program aims to enhance safety education in India.
IIT Madras Pravartak Teams Up with French University
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation is collaborating with L’Ecole Nationale de l’Aviation Civile (ENAC), a French university, to launch India’s first course on ‘Aviation Safety Management’ in the civil aviation sector. Supported by Airbus, the course aims to enhance safety education and promote the rapid growth of aviation safety in India. This course is aimed at professionals in the air transport industry, training safety managers and experts to lead, evaluate, enhance, and promote safety performance across organizations within the air transport system.
Aviation Safety Management Course
The first batch, limited to 30 seats, will begin in January 2025. The registration deadline is 15th December 2024. Interested candidates can register by emailing dsa@iitmpravartak.net or applying through the website: digitalskills.iitmpravartak.org.in/course_details.php?courseID=285&cart=
This two-year program features in-person sessions: one week every two months in the first year and one week each month in the second year. French faculty will travel to conduct courses throughout the program. It also includes a six-month project or dissertation. The course is ideal for working professionals in aviation, as well as senior and mid-level managers in state aviation authorities and operators.
Welcoming this collaboration between IITM and ENAC in a critical sector, Prof. V. Kamakoti, Director, IIT Madras, said, “We are delighted to work with ENAC - a 70+ years organization focused on airline safety management and its related process. IIT Madras and ENAC have the same agenda of imparting education and skill and to help the community in general and the country as a whole.”
Prof. V. Kamakoti added, “Our relationship will touch every passenger flying in and out of India and we are delighted to be part of such an initiative. There is a need for a consistent way of education and skilling as the volume of travel increases frequently and associated challenges to the safety of the industry.”
Highlighting the need for such courses, Dr. M.J. Shankar Raman, Chief Executive Officer, Pravartak, said, “Civil Aviation is one of the fastest growing industries in the last two decades. Digitization has shrunk the world bringing in huge benefits for the travel industry. The Airline industry's exponential growth comes with its own set of challenges. It is highly regulated and requires standards and consistency of rules/regulations along with robust and clean processes to assure safety to millions of passengers worldwide.”
Q: Is IIT Madras good for MBA?
In terms of placements, the institute has recorded good placement numbers for MBA. The lowest package offered to the MBA students during 2023 placements was INR 11 LPA. The highest package grabbed was INR 30.66 LPA. The majority of offers received were of packages between INR 20 LPA and INR 25 LPA. Tabulated below are the key highlights of IIT Madras placements 2023:
| Particulars | MBA Placement Statistics (2023) |
|---|---|
| the highest package | INR 30.66 LPA |
| Median package | INR 20.80 LPA |
| the lowest package | INR 11 LPA |
PPOs received |
26 |
Offers above INR 30 LPA |
3 |
Offers between INR 25 LPA - INR 30 LPA |
6 |
Offers between INR 20 LPA - INR 25 LPA |
12 |
Offers between INR 15 LPA - INR 20 LPA |
10 |
Offers between INR 10 LPA - INR 15 LPA |
6 |
Q: Is M.Sc. at IIT Madras worth the investment?
Here's a summary of the key points:
Infrastructure and Facilities
* Excellent infrastructure, with state-of-the-art laboratories, libraries, and hostels.
* Good quality food, sports facilities, and medical care available.
* Availability of Wi-Fi, LAN connections, and modern equipment in the hostels.
Teaching Quality and Faculty
* Highly qualified and experienced faculty members.
* Friendly and approachable teachers who are always willing to help.
* Relevant and industry-oriented curriculum design.
Course Curriculum
* Comprehensive and relevant coursework covering various mathematical concepts.
* Opportunities for research and projects under the guidance of esteemed faculty members.
Placements and Internships
* Limited placements in the core sector, but opportunities exist in related fields such as edtech and pharma.
* Few students secured internships in research institutions.
Student Life
* Vibrant campus culture with frequent fests and events.
* Opportunities for socializing and bonding with peers.
Challenges and Concerns
* Limited placements and internship opportunities in certain fields.
* Impact of COVID-19 on campus life and education.
Conclusion
In conclusion, M.Sc. at IIT Madras offers a unique blend of academic rigor, research opportunities, and extracurricular activities. While the placement record in some fields may be limited, the university's emphasis on research and hands-on training can lead to exciting career prospects. Overall, it's a worthwhile investment for those passionate about mathematics and seeking a challenging yet rewarding academic experience.
Q: Is IIT JAM difficult?
Experts share that the IIT JAM exam is difficult to clear. This is not because the difficulty level of the questions asked is very high but because the selection ratio through the IIT JAM exam is low. However, this does not mean that the questions asked in the exam are very easy.
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