The Human Resource Development Centre (HRDC)

The Human Resource Development Centre (HRDC) successfully organized a Three-Day Barclays LifeSkills Programme in collaboration with GTT Foundation, aimed at enhancing the employability and life skills of students. The programme was conducted under the Barclays LifeSkills Initiative, which focuses on preparing young learners for future career challenges.

The programme was convened by Dr. S. Akilandeswari and Dr. B. Vidya, Associate Dean of the HRDC, who played a key role in planning and coordinating the event. Ms. L. Ramya, an experienced corporate trainer from GTT Foundation, handled the training sessions. The programme was conducted over three days from 8:30 AM to 4:15 PM each day.

The sessions were highly interactive and student-centric, covering a wide range of essential life and professional skills. The major topics included:

• Self-awareness and personal effectiveness
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Resume building and interview techniques
• Time management and goal setting
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Workplace ethics and professional behaviour