Embark College Launches Apprenticeship and Startup Programs
Bridging the gap between vocational education and employment in Nepal, Embark College, Lalitpur, has announced two important initiatives: the “Practical Skills Training (Apprenticeship) Program” and the “Startup Capacity Development Program.”
These programs are aimed at developing future business leaders, ensuring employment, and promoting entrepreneurship in the country.
Embark College CEO Ashish Thakur stated, “This program removes the uncertainty that graduates face when transitioning from academic life to professional life. By directly connecting vocational education with industry, we have set a new standard for career-ready education in Nepal.”
Apprenticeship Program
This apprenticeship program ensures employment for qualified graduates through partnerships with leading and emerging industries and enterprises in Nepal. Participating companies will provide job opportunities based on a Training Needs Assessment (TNA).
Key Features of the Apprenticeship Program
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Pre-structured framework
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Professional counseling
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Regular evaluations
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Long-term partnership agreements
These components help industries secure skilled human resources while guiding students towards a guaranteed career path.
Startup Capacity Development Program
Embark College has also launched a startup capacity development program targeting legally registered innovative businesses that have been operating for less than 10 years and with an annual turnover of less than NPR 150 million.
This initiative aligns with the National Startup Policy 2080 and the Industrial Enterprise Act 2076 of the Government of Nepal, providing direct support to innovative enterprises.
Priority Areas
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Innovation-driven businesses
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Scalable ventures
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Startups with significant market impact
According to CEO Thakur, “Nepal has immense potential for entrepreneurship, but access to strategic resources is limited. Our program focuses on comprehensive capacity development to transform innovation into sustainable businesses.”
Alignment with National Goals
Both programs are expected to contribute to building a strong entrepreneurial ecosystem in line with government policies.
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Apprenticeship Program: Skilled workforce for industries, assured employment for students.
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Startup Program: Reducing import dependency, fostering domestic innovation, and strengthening technological capacity.
Application Process
For Apprenticeship Program
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Skills assessment
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Certified academic and skill-based documents from Embark College
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Structured professional evaluation through interviews
For Startup Program
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Legal registration certificate and financial statements
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Business plan demonstrating innovation
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Due diligence review
About Embark College
Located in Pulchowk, Lalitpur, Embark College is a leading institution in international business education. The college offers BSc Business Management, MBA, and ACCA programs. Its core mission is to produce business leaders who drive Nepal’s economic growth and innovation.
Published date: 2082-05-13
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