12 Sep 2010|Noida | Amity University, Noida, Sector-44
Amity School of Distance Learning (ASoDL) organizes its 22nd Biannual Meet
Amity School of Distance Learning (ASoDL) stands for high quality cost-efficient management learning. It has been catering to the educational needs of thousands of students and working professionals.
Continuing with this endeavour, Amity School of Distance learning (ASODL) organized its 22nd Bi-Annual meet to start their new session and familiarize the new batch with the working of the institute. The ceremony started with the traditional lighting of the lamp by
Maj. Gen. (Dr.) Surendar Kumar, Chairman, Amity School of Distance Learning (ASODL), Wg. Com. S.K. Goyal, Vice President, Amity International Affairs Division and Mr. Abhinash Kumar- Dy Director, ASODL.
Eminent corporate leaders present on the occasion are
Mr. B.S. Negi, Member, Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board and Dr. Bharat Bhusan, Director, Distance Education Council ( DEC) were the guests of honor.
Mr. Avdhesh Kumar, VP, Marketing, Seagrams India Ltd and Mr. Subhajit Baruan, Director, Siques India Ltd. from the corporate also graced the occasion.
Welcoming the students to ASODL,
Maj. Gen. (Dr.) Surendar Kumar asserted the importance of distance learning in today’s fast paced world. He said that it is only with the support of industry, academia, faculty, staff and students that we strive to be better facilitators for enhancing our student’s competencies. It also widens the exposure to the prevailing business environment. While sharing his thoughts with the students he said, “faith in self is an essential factor as achievements in life begins with Aham Brahmasmi, that is, faith in self.” He also added that in the present day world there seems less of a disconnect between business and ethical conduct. He told the students to turn their dreams into reality, compassion and values which are significant. As compassion and co-option are becoming essential parameters of corporate functioning. Therefore distance learning aims at continuous learning and enhancing competencies of both head and heart. One should not expect to go through life seeking recommendation and favours but built own capabilities.
Mr. B.S. Negi, Member, Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board while addressing the august gathering said that Amity is concentrating more on personality development of the students rather than only on academics which is quite appreciative. While speaking on distance learning
Mr. Negi said, “distance learning is actually catering to the needs of the people and the country too. This is one of the best opportunities provided to the students with a variety of options.” He advised the students to explore the physical literature of life. Quoting from the Bhagavat, he said that the enjoyment of achievement is unspeakable. But this stage comes only after hard work. The physical learning precedes the brahma gyana, that is, divine learning in practical sense.
Mr. Negi spoke on the market perception. He said that whatever is taught in the educational institutions should be compatible to the requirement of the market. The attitude and Office Like Quality (OLQ) comes only after attending such kind of meets by the students. He advised the students to attend more such kind of meets and to plan their career in advance.
Dr. Bharat Bhusan, Director, Distance Education Council (DEC) said, “the Bi-Annual Meet is of immense value for the students of Distance Learning as these students gets less opportunity to interact with the teachers on regular basis. Speaking on Distance Education he stated that Distance Education cannot be considered secondary. Infact, it is a golden opportunity for the students who did not get chance for formal education. So later in an informal way they get their education. He informed the august gathering that every year in Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) some students are there who has completed their education through distance learning.
Mr. Abhinash Kumar appraised the students with Amity School of Distance Learning and its various programmes including PG Diplomas in various disciplines, MBA- 3 years, Executive MBA, corporate tie- ups of ASODL, programme cycle followed, teaching methodology, assignments, External and Internal assessments, Personal Contact Programmes (PCP) and various specializations offered at ASODL.
During the occasion, study material was distributed amongst the students. New students were familiarized with staff of ASODL operating from different centres in Defence Colony, Gurgaon, Saket, Janakpuri and Vasundhra. They were introduced to the culture and traditions at Amity. The function saw extensive interaction between the students and the management.
Amity School of Distance Learning was established in 2000, starting from a modest strength of 150 students with 8 programmes and has eventually grown to over 20,000 students with 19 specialized programmes. Since then, ASoDL has been continuously striving to provide quality education to the students.