YouthNet, a non-profit organization based in Nagaland, has taken a significant step in addressing the high unemployment rate in the state by partnering with Accenture’s ‘Skills to Succeed’ global initiative through Quest Alliance. This collaboration has resulted in a training program that focuses on enhancing the employability and entrepreneurial skills of job seekers in Nagaland. The program is designed to provide participants with comprehensive training in Retail Management, Employability, and Work Skills. By offering these courses, the program aims to equip job seekers with the necessary knowledge and skills to thrive in the current job market, as well as prepare them to create their own jobs through entrepreneurship. The ‘Skills to Succeed’ initiative has already proven successful in other parts of the world, and the collaboration with YouthNet in Nagaland is a positive step towards reducing unemployment and fostering economic growth in the region.
Enhancing Employability and Self-Employment through Skills to Succeed Initiative
The Skills to Succeed initiative by Quest Alliance offers job seekers two types of training programs to enhance their job prospects.
Employability Skills Training
Self-Employment Training Bootcamp
1. Employability Skills Training
Employability skills training aims to provide students with the essential information and skills necessary for successful employment. The primary objective of this training is to equip students with the basic knowledge and skills required to thrive in the professional world. It also sensitizes them to the job opportunities available in the private sector and helps them become aware of the personal and professional growth opportunities that come with working in this sector. By developing essential skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, time management, and leadership, students can increase their employability and chances of success in the private sector. Overall, employability skills training is a crucial aspect of modern education that helps students build the necessary skills and knowledge for a successful career.
The Employability Skills Training Covers:
Self-Reflection and Confidence Building
Professional Expectations
My Professional Development
Workplace Etiquette
Personal Branding
Interview Preparation
Leadership Development
Collaborative Skills
Customer Service and Interpersonal Communication
Time Management
Addressing Workplace Harassment
Employee Rights and Protections
Introduction to Private Sector Employment Opportunities
Resume Building and Interview Techniques with Mock Interviews
2. Self-Employment Training Bootcamp
Nagaland, a state in India, has recorded the highest unemployment rate among all states and union territories in the country, according to the Ministry of Statistics and Program Implementation (MoSPI). The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) reported Nagaland’s unemployment rate at 19.2% in 2020-21, which is a concerning issue for the state. The high rate of unemployment can lead to conflicts in society, especially among the youth who are struggling to find job opportunities. However, self-employment can provide a solution to this issue, as the state has potential for various self-employment opportunities. With proper guidance and access to resources, self-employment can empower individuals and lead to long-term financial independence.
The Self-Employment Training Bootcamp modules cover the following:
Introduction:
Economic Self-Reliance Introduction
Self Confidence
Taking Risks
Problem-Solving
Communication Skills
2. How to Start an Enterprise:
Choosing an Idea and Creating a Business Plan
Market and Infrastructure Analysis
Costing, Pricing and Budgeting
Money Management
3. Aspects of Managing an Enterprise:
Managing People
Record Keeping
Sales and Marketing Strategies
Quality Management
4. Digital Marketing & Digital Literacy.
5. Business Compliance & Business Canvas Model.
6. Practical Session.
Empower Your Career: Training for Success
Ready to Embark on a Quest? Student Registration for Quest App
Unlock Your Potential: Skills to Succeed Classroom Sessions
Learn and Grow Together: Group Activities during Skills to Succeed Classroom Sessions
Get Hired with Confidence: Skills to Succeed Mock Interviews
Real-World Experience: Skills to Succeed Client Visitation
Industry Insight: Skills to Succeed Industry Visitation
Meet the Candidates: Campus Drive Candidate Interaction
Building Stronger Partnerships: Employers Roundtable Meet
Hiring Made Easy: Campus Drive Interviews
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Self-Employment Bootcamp Group Activities
Hands-On Learning: Detergent Powder and Dishwash Liquid Practical Sessions
Preserving the Harvest: Practical Session on Pickle Making
Building Your Mushroom Business: Practical Session on Spawning and Cultivation
Mastering the Art of Paper Bag Making: Practical Session
Discovering the Beauty of Banana Fibre: Practical Session on Handicrafts