Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government on Thursday signed an MoU with National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India with an aim to drive financial literacy and investor awareness among students in the state.
“This MoU is not just about expanding financial knowledge; it is about empowering our students with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in the financial sector. This also aims to create a robust financial ecosystem that will pave the way for sustainable growth in Odisha,” said Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj .
There will be no financial implication and it will be taken up under their CRS initiative.
According to the Minister, the training programme will be structured in two levels. Level 1 will include 20 hours of instruction, while Level 2 will extend to 30 hours.
He further stated that the initiative can contribute to increased employability opportunities and a higher gross enrolment ratio in the higher education sector. “The course has been designed to enable students to find jobs in the securities market and Banking, Financial Services, and Insurancesector as mutual funds and financial advisor and stock and policy broke. It will enable them to make informed decisions and participate in the securities market. The partnership will also foster stronger ties between the industry and academia, ensuring that the students receive relevant training and education,” he added.
