About Us

Competency Development & Outreach (CDO) 

The Competency Development & Outreach (CDO) Department is dedicated to enhancing professional skills, fostering continuous learning, and expanding outreach initiatives to empower individuals and organizations. Our mission is to bridge the gap between knowledge and practical application through structured training programs, industry collaborations, and community engagement.

Our Mission:

  • To empower learning and excellence through impactful certifications, micro degrees, faculty development, STEM teacher training, actionable analytics, and stakeholder engagement via conferences and institutional communication.

Our Vision:

  • To be a leader in lifelong learning and institutional innovation, empowering diverse learners and professionals to excel through transformative education, collaboration, and continuous advancement in a dynamic global landscape.
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Competency Development Programs

Competency Development Programs (CDPs) offer online degree, diploma, and master’s courses designed to enhance professional skills and academic expertise in various fields. These programs provide flexible, industry-relevant, and globally recognized learning opportunities, enabling individuals to upskill without disrupting their careers.

Outreach Events

Outreach events play a crucial role in fostering academic collaboration, knowledge sharing, and industry engagement. These events provide a platform for students, researchers, and professionals to connect, exchange ideas, and stay updated on the latest advancements in their fields.

Institutional Communications and Analytics

Institutional Communications and Analytics vertical strengthens institutional visibility and reputation through strategic communication and data-driven storytelling.

Focus

  • Develop global classrooms
  • Establish MoUs with sister institutions
  • Involve faculty in outreach programs
  • Educate the educators at all levels
  • Offer degrees, micro-degrees, and customprograms for professionals
  • Establish industry-linked skill development withNSDC, IISD, CoEs
  • Conduct Conferences, symposia, open houses,and short-term training programs
  • Centralised data collection
  • Analytics for institutional improvement
  • Communicate educational and technological progress

What We Do

We offer a range of competency development and outreach programs tailored to diverse professional needs. Our key initiatives include:

Hands-on sessions covering technical, soft skills, leadership, and industry-specific training.

Certified programs to boost skills and advance careers.

Partnerships with educational institutions, industry leaders and organizations to promote learning, collaborations and innovation.

Guidance from industry/academic experts to foster career growth and skill advancement.

Encourage innovation and research through structured programs, laboratories and resources.

Competency Development & Outreach (CDO)

IIT Tirupati

Contact Us

0877 250 XXXX
cdo_office@iittp.ac.in
2nd Floor, North Wing, Administration Building
IIT Tirupati

What We Do

We offer a range of competency development and outreach programs tailored to diverse professional needs. Our key initiatives include:

  • Training & Workshops
  • Certifications & Professional Development
  • Community Engagement & Outreach
  • Mentorship & Coaching
  • Research & Innovation Support

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