Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) and NIIT, the IT training company, have launched industry - linked partnership programs for enhancing employability of the youth.

The Partnership Programs were unveiled by Prof. V.N. Rajasekharan Pillai, vice - chancellor, IGNOU and Mr. Rajendra S Pawar, chairman, NIIT.

Under this significant partnership, IGNOU and NIIT will offer cutting edge Executive MBA Program and BSc (IT) for International Markets.

Also on offer are a bouquet of Finishing School Programs in BPO training, IT skills and professional skills, designed to make students job - ready for the emerging knowledge economy.

Mr. Rajendra S Pawar, chairman, NIIT, said, "The executive MBA program will set a new precedent in providing inclusive management education for working professionals."