• Launches Co-certification programme in Banking for students of MBA/MBE course

• Plans to replicate this module with other reputed Universities

Axis Bank Ties Up With Gauhati University

Chennai, February 22, 2012: Axis Bank, India’s third largest private Bank, today signed a MOU with the Gauhati University for offering a Co-certification programme in Banking for MBA/MBE students of the University. The MOU signing ceremony held in the presence of Honorable Chief Minister of Assam – Mr Tarun Gogoi, was attended by the Vice Chancellor – Prof. O. K. Medhi, Registrar – Uttam C Das, Dean & HOD – Dr. M Kakati of Gauhati University and Mr.Rajesh Dahiya, President, HR of Axis Bank.

The Co-certification programme will include a 40 hour module covering knowledge and skills, principles and practices, legal, regulatory aspects and current trends in Banking. This programme would be in addition to the regular syllabus of the MBA/MBE course of the university. Upon successful completion of the programme and the selection process the students will be absorbed by Axis Bank in the Assistant Manager grade.

Speaking on the occasion Mr.Rajesh Dahiya, President, HR at Axis Bank said, “Axis Bank offers young aspirants a bright career opportunity in the exciting field of financial services. We provide our employees a stimulating opportunity conducive to learning, performance and growth. This programme is aimed at equipping management graduates with necessary banking knowledge and skills for a career in Banking with Axis Bank.”

Dean and HOD of the Gauhati University Dr. M Kakati added “The Co-certification programme will enrich the students with insight into the functioning of banks and will help them immensely to find ready employment in the booming banking sector”