Preparing Online Learners for Dynamic Workplaces

Online Manipal provides placement assistance throughout the duration of its online degree programs. Each semester is designed to strengthen learners’ job readiness through skill-based certification modules, curated self-paced learning content, and industry interaction sessions. This is followed by recruitment drives featuring opportunities across industries.

Yes. Job fairs are organized based on market conditions and the requirements of our hiring partners. With retained past experiences from virtual job fairs, On June 13th, 2025, Online Manipal conducted Launchpad – India’s first in-person job fair for Online Degree Learners, at Bengaluru. Learners will be promptly informed of any upcoming job fairs, whether virtual or in-person.

Yes. Placement assistance is provided to all learners, regardless of their experience levels. We assist learners by sharing relevant job opportunities. Learners are advised to keep their LinkedIn profiles updated and remain active on LinkedIn and job portals.

The Career Services team conducts placement orientation sessions at the start of a learner’s academic journey, followed by multiple live engagement sessions throughout the program. Key information is made available on the Learning Management System (LMS) and communicated via the learner’s university email. For any additional queries regarding placement assistance, learners may reach out to the help desk or connect with their academic counsellor.

All learners enrolled in our programs are eligible for placement assistance.

No. We provide Placement Assistance free of charge to our learners. However, any additional training required for professional, or skill development may be chargeable.

Learners will receive comprehensive placement assistance throughout their academic journey, encompassing both upskilling and access to job opportunities. This support extends across the duration of the program and may continue for up to six months after the completion of the degree.

We share interested learners’ profiles with prospective recruiters, and it is up to the companies to shortlist and invite shortlisted candidates for the subsequent interview processes. Learners may attend as many interviews as they are shortlisted for, until they are made an offer.

We maintain a ‘one student, one job offer’ policy. Once shortlisted, learners can appear for multiple interviews until they are made an offer.

Yes. Career Services collaborates with organizations and leading career opportunity providers to secure internships for our learners. Many companies offer “intern to hire” positions, creating pathways to full-time employment. However, the final selection of candidates is determined by hiring organizations based on their recruitment policies, requirements, and candidate suitability.

Yes. We maintain a healthy relationship with several consulting firms, and they share their requirements with us on a regular basis.

Yes, it is possible. Such job seekers must work on projects that show relevance and interest in their preferred domains. Also, they must attain pertinent certifications to strengthen their profile. Learners are encouraged to apply to positions across domains and industries basis their interests and relevant skillsets.

This depends on the position and nature of work and is at the discretion of the recruiting company.

The specific requirements for a job vary depending on the position and nature of the work. It’s advisable to check the requirements of each company before applying.

No. We do not give placement assurance or guarantee. However, all eligible learners will receive placement assistance.

No. Career advisory and skill development programs are additional benefits provided to our learners. This does not contribute towards the attendance requirement for the program.