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Aptech & Arena Multimedia honoured and recognised at the 25th World Education Summit in Dubai

By Guardian Nigeria
09 May 2023   |   11:59 am
Aptech, a pioneer and a global player in the non-formal vocational training business participated and was honoured with two recognitions at the 25th World Education Summit (WES) in Dubai. While the company – Aptech was recognised as a “Leading I.T. Education & Skill Development Brand’, the other training brand, Arena Multimedia was recognised as a…

Aptech, a pioneer and a global player in the non-formal vocational training business participated and was honoured with two recognitions at the 25th World Education Summit (WES) in Dubai. While the company – Aptech was recognised as a “Leading I.T. Education & Skill Development Brand’, the other training brand, Arena Multimedia was recognised as a “Leading Animation & Multimedia Training Brand. Both were recognised under the corporate awards category for its exemplary contribution to the education sector. The event was held at the Millennium Plaza Downtown, Dubai on 20th & 21st March 2023.

The 25th Elets World Education Summit (WES) and Awards, a two-day event organised by Elets Technomedia along with its premier Digital LEARNING (DL) magazine, brought together educators, policymakers, and thought leaders to explore the future of innovations in education in the era of globalisation and fast-paced digitalisation. The event witnessed panel discussion on key themes and industry presentation from key stakeholders from school, higher education & vocational training space. The event witnessed coming together of over 150+ school & higher education leaders with over 25+ edtech companies. The Elets World Education Awards have been promoting and encouraging excellence in education by recognising and felicitating game-changing initiatives and outstanding leadership that drive innovation in the education system.

Mr. Kallol Mukherjee, Head- International Business, Aptech said, “We are delighted to be recognised by World Education Summit & Awards for both our brands – Aptech & Arena Multimedia catering to the youth and fostering skillsets in the high potential areas of employment such as IT, Animation, VFX, Gaming & more, globally. The company is committed to transform ‘Qualified Unemployed Graduates’ (QUGs) into Skilled Employed Professionals (SEPs) with an evolving industry-relevant pedagogy and constant innovation in terms of curriculum and technology.”

He further added, “Aptech with over three decades of expertise in skill development, high standards of curriculum, delivery, and placement assistance, has not only played a significant role in contributing to skilled manpower in many developing countries of the world such as, Vietnam, India, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Nigeria, Egypt, Ethiopia, Kenya, etc. but also ensured a high employability quotient of the students trained from our centres. Being recognised at a global platform at the 25th World Education Summit & Awards feels exciting, and we stand motivated than ever to continue to skill-build the youth, globally.”

According to a recent industry report, Vietnam’s ICT market had an estimated value of USD 7.7billion in 2021 and is expected to grow at approximately 8 percent per year from 2022 to 2026 as both the public and private sectors increase adoption of ICT solutions. On the other hand, Nigeria’s ICT sector distinguishes itself by creating innovative software and security solutions, using the country’s strong workforce, a robust market for technological innovations, and the collaborative support of industry and government in funding for research. Furthermore, the increasing adoption of IoT-based devices across various industries, including BFSI, IT and Telecom, Retail and E-commerce, and others, is propelling the ICT technology industry in the country. The global animation and VFX market size was valued at USD 167.89 Mn in 2021 and is anticipated to witness a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.7% from 2022-2030.

With over three decades of strong experience in the vocational skill training and non- formal academic curriculum-based training programs, Aptech Limited is a pioneer in the non –formal vocational training business in the country with a significant global presence. Ever since its commencement in 1986 and with a current presence of over 800 centres globally, Aptech Limited has effectively ventured into diverse sectors ranging from IT training, media & entertainment, retail & aviation, beauty & wellness, banking & finance, pre-school segment amongst others. Aptech Limited has successfully trained students, professionals, universities & corporates through its two main streams of business- Individual training and Enterprise Business Group.

Under Individual Training, Aptech offers career and professional training through its multi brands – Aptech Computer Education (Information Technology), Arena Multimedia, MAAC (both in Animation, VFX, Games, & Multimedia), Aptech Hardware & Networking Academy (Hardware, Networking & Cybersecurity), Aptech English Learning Academy, Lakmé Academy powered by Aptech (beauty & grooming), Aptech Aviation & Hospitality Academy, Aptech International Preschool amongst others.

Enterprise business includes Training and Assessment Solutions for Corporates & Institutions (Aptech Training Solutions, Aptech Assessment & Testing Solutions). Aptech Limited has been recognized as a Great Place to Work (2017 & 2019) won the Golden Peacock National Training Award (2019 & 2023) and appraised at Maturity Level 5 of People Capability Maturity Model (PCMM) in the year 2020.

For further information, please visit www.aptech-ng.com.

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