Manipal Education announces partnership program with HDFC Standard Life

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(Free-Press-Release.com) March 12, 2009 --  Manipal Education and HDFC Standard Life, leaders in the field of Education and Life Insurance respectively, have come together to provide a certificate program in Insurance and Management.
 The program is meant for MBAs, experienced and fresh graduates who are looking for a rewarding career in Insurance and a guaranteed job placement on successful completion of the course.

 The 3 month Insurance Management program perfects a student’s knowledge about the insurance industry and its products and hones their selling skills. The training is focused on understanding customer needs and servicing them better.
 Upon successful completion, candidates will be appointed as Sales Development Managers – Retail and will be responsible for sales through Financial Consultants recruited by them.

• Despite an economic slowdown and limited job opportunities, the insurance sector continues to show promise.
• Upon successful completion of the course from Manipal Education, students are prepared for a rewarding career with HDFC Standard Life, one of India’s most respected private insurance companies.
• For details : http://www.manipallearning.com/insurance

Bangalore, 12th March 2009: Manipal Education, a pioneer in Industry relevant education in India, has launched an innovative three-month certificate program in Insurance and Management, in partnership with HDFC Standard Life, one of India’s leading private insurance companies, from the highly respected HDFC Group.

Commenting on the launch of the programme, Mr. Hari Menon, Head - Vocational Education, Manipal Education, said “We are delighted to launch this certificate course in conjunction with the reputed leader HDFC Standard Life. The program has been specially developed to cater to those aspiring for a career in the insurance sector. The fast growing Insurance industry has an acute shortage of skilled and qualified insurance sales professionals. In a difficult economic environment, this course is a great way for students to join one of the most respected companies in India – the HDFC Group.”

Interview/Written Test Locations, Course Locations & Placement Locations

Written tests and interviews for the course will be conducted across India, at cities in Bihar, Orissa, Jharkand, West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Chattisgarh, Assam, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala and Maharashtra.

The course will be conducted at the following centres across India - Bangalore, Hyderabad, Lucknow, Calcutta and Mumbai.

Upon successful completion of the course, students will be placed preferably in the location of their home state.

Course Specifications

The 3 month full time program includes a 2 month classroom session and 1 month “On the Job Training” at HDFC Standard Life Offices. Specifically, the program offers aspirants an opportunity to learn:

 Basics of Management, Economics and Financial Markets
 Selling Skills & Customer Service
 Concepts & Basics of Life Insurance
 Legal & Regulatory Environment
 Financial Planning

Mr. Sharad Gangal, GM – HR, HDFC Standard Life, added “HDFC’s finest investment has been in Human Resources. We are extremely pleased to partner with Manipal Education, India’s premier Educational Group, to increase the pool of readily available talent in the Insurance sector. Candidates who successfully qualify from this programme are assured a great career at HDFC Standard Life. Our efforts have always been to provide the best in class work environment, enabling culture and development opportunities in the insurance industry.”

What are the eligibility criteria for the program?

The certificate course has been specifically designed for those aspiring for a career in the Insurance sector. Individuals with either a graduate, post-graduate degree or an MBA in any discipline are eligible to apply for this program. Prior work experience is helpful in getting into the course.

Career Prospects

Upon successful completion, fresh graduates will be appointed as Sales Development Managers, and will responsible for direct sales, as well as sales through appointing Financial Consultants.

For more information contact: -
Bangalore : 97401 22722
Hyderabad : 99497 44998
Mumbai : 42170999
Chennai : 64585655
Kolkata : 9830172168
Lucknow : 99363 06641/42

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