ING partners with Apex College; aims to offer the latest national management and IT curriculum with international pedagogy and practices
This partnership between two of Nepal’s leading providers of higher education has placed key emphasis on enhancing learning tools, technologies, platforms and resources at Apex College.
KATHMANDU: Apex College has entered into a partnership with Innovate Nepal Group (ING) to offer the latest national management and IT curriculum with international pedagogy and practices.
This partnership between two of Nepal’s leading providers of higher education has placed key emphasis on enhancing learning tools, technologies, platforms and resources at Apex College providing an industry-immersive, happening and memorable college experience, contributing to the advancement of higher education in Nepal.
Apex College established in 2000, led by Dr. Minendra Rijal with the aim of ‘building human capital’ has made a far-reaching impact in Nepal’s management education and the academic sphere at large. Commencing its operations 23 years ago with the launch of BBA and BCIS programs, in partnership with Pokhara University, the college today offers 6 academic programs – Master of Business Administration (MBA), MBA Evening, Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), BBA in Banking & Insurance, BBA in Travel & Tourism, and Bachelor of Computer Systems and Information Technology (BCSIT), with more than 15 areas of specializations at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Probably the first college in the country to offer a blended program in Business and IT, Apex today boasts a strong alumni network of skilled professionals, corporate executives and entrepreneurs, spread around the globe, making it not only the largest but also leading business school in Nepal.
Innovate Nepal Group (ING) is an education and technology holding company that focuses on innovating higher education in Nepal and the region by blending international qualifications and global expertise with local contexts. The pioneering work that the ING team of educators and education entrepreneurs have done in the country has also been acknowledged and awarded by the Government of Nepal’s Ministry of Education in 2014.
The group today has 7 higher education institutions in Nepal, encompassing institutions such as Islington College, an international EdTech platform mySecondTeacher, a prominent IT firm Innovate Tech, and a distinguished cybersecurity service provider Vairav Technologies, among several other ventures in Education and Technology across South East Asia.
Sulav Budhathoki, Founder and Chairman of the Innovate Nepal Group said, “Notably, ING is recognized for its emphasis on practical, career-oriented education in both management and IT, offering immersive learning experiences across the group of companies. A testament to our dedication is the fact that 70 percent of 1600 ING employees are proud alumni of various ING colleges, affirming our commitment to fostering hands-on learning and career placements.”
Sambhav Sirohiya, Director of Apex College says, “Over the last two years we have found that Apex and ING share the same mission of building human capital in Nepal and are committed to academic excellence while also providing students with diverse platforms to explore beyond the confines of the classroom.” He further adds, “Both of our institutions actively encourage student initiatives, events, and extracurricular activities, which are instrumental in nurturing growth and success.” Through this partnership Apex students are looking forward to gaining access to an array of enhanced opportunities, exposure, and resources, leading to a truly international teaching-learning practice, vibrant campus life and a rewarding student experience.
Dr. Minendra P. Rijal, Chairperson of Apex College shared that the Apex-ING partnership signifies a remarkable milestone for an academic institution in our country. It unites two exceptional teams dedicated to providing higher education in a harmonious synergy. “Each institution brings to the table a distinct and illustrious two-decade-plus legacy, a wealth of goodwill, best practices, extensive alumni networks, complementary curriculum, state-of-the-art teaching and learning tools, a pool of esteemed faculty, abundant resources, strong industry connections, and a rich network of employers”, says Rijal. He shared with confidence how both Apex and ING will substantially benefit from this partnership.
The Apex management shared with us that, post this partnership, their students are eagerly anticipating an enhanced learning experience, while their 100 plus faculty and staff members are looking forward to growing together with the larger team, bringing the most memorable, most happening and most successful college experience, ultimately contributing to building globally competitive human capital in Nepal.
