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Division of Flexible Learning  

A Division of Flexible Learning [DFL] has been established at the institute. DFL will provide flexible models of learning and work towards making learning opportunities accessible to all, it will cover programs and courses that are not offered in the regular, full-time mode of academics at the institute.  The Division of Flexible Learning will be headed by an Associate Dean who will coordinate with the Dean (Academics) to ensure academic rigour and other regulatory requirements. Prof. Venkatesh Choppella is appointed as Associate Dean  for a period of 3 years – from 1 February 2024. 

 As Associate Dean of  DFL, Prof. Venkatesh Choppella will be handling academic matters, operations and administration; institute policies for online and executive education verticals; sign all certificates of programs under DFL; obtain UGC approvals and application process; will be a member of the Academic Affairs Committee and will coordinate with 3rd parties like TalentSprint, Coursera, and others.