The UNSW has more than 1200 Indian students and is targeting to have over 4500 students by next year
India's Higher Education sector has witnessed a tremendous growth in the number of Universities/University level Institutions & Colleges in recent years. The education sector in India is expected to reach US$ 101.1 billion by 2020. It is predicted that India will be one of the largest education hubs. The higher education sector of India is set to get a massive boost.
The University of New South Wales is planning to target Indian Researchers by investing in ₹5,200 Crore plan. They want to engage in research and hire-early and mid researchers from top economies, which includes India as well.
India is one of the preferred locations for international universities who are looking for collaborations. It is one of the key destinations not just for student recruitment but also for research collaborations.
UNSW is looking forward to research collaborations in varied fields ranging from public health to solar energy, smart cities and archaeological conservation. Amit Dasgupta, country director at UNSW India, said, “India is a key partner in UNSW’s vision and research collaborations is a key component of it.”
UNSW is looking forward to focussing on three key areas, academic research, industry and social engagements through research collaborations and global outreach. And India plays an important part in their strategy to focus on all three pillars.
The University has devised a special strategy to attract Indian Students and to further increase research collaborations. Ranked 45 in the QS World University Rankings, The UNSW has more than 1200 Indian students and is targeting to have over 4500 students by next year.
Laurie Pearcey, pro-vice-chancellor (international), UNSW, said, “The University aims to attract up to 1,000 early to mid-career researchers to boost its academic excellence over the next decade from key markets.”
Australia’s future growth and prosperity will be driven by their ability to generate and attract the best and brightest. To fulfil this, Australia needs to focus on the education sector. Education is among the top sectors for collaboration in India which will help them to drive their economic strategies. There is no sector with greater promise for Australia in India than education.
The Indian SMEs, exporters and trade organisations can establish their footprints in the countries of the Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) without hurdles because the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and ASEAN is set to become effective with the other seven associate countries are set to sign the pact by August 2010. The Indo-ASEAN pact was inked in August 2009 and it has been implemented by only Singapore, Thailand and Malaysia out of the 10 member bloc so far. The implementation of the same by the remaining ASEAN member countries like Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Brunei Darussalam, Indonesia, the Phillipines and Vietnam will help Indian SMEs to conduct trade dealings with these countries without facing barrier. The free trade pact with these countries will help to lessen the financial burden of Indian SMEs by easing duties. The ASEAN member countries especially those engaged in trading of machinery, steel and oilcake are expected to be benefited as the FTA reduces duties on such goods.
Denver --(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Any computer is now a virtual Chipotle Mexican Grill (NYSE:CMG) (NYSE:CMG.B) thanks to the restaurant company's newly enhanced online ordering system. The new system enables customers to place and pay for their order online, then within minutes go directly to the front of the line at the restaurant to pick it up.
"This is another way we are making our high quality food available and affordable so everyone can eat better," said Steve Ells, Chipotle founder, chairman and CEO. "We can deliver a great Chipotle experience in a way that meets the demands of time-pressed customers."
Among the new features added to Chipotle's online ordering system include a secure credit card payment capability that can save customers' information so they do not have to re-enter it every time they log on. An expanded group ordering feature allows customers to place multi-item orders under a single name, invite others via e-mail to add to their order, and manage group orders online. Like the previous generation online ordering system, the updated version allows customers to save their own favorite meals online, as well as those of friends, family or co-workers. The system also provides ample space for comments and special instruction so customers can make the same kinds of requests they would if they visited the restaurant.
The new online ordering system also includes an enhanced restaurant locator feature with maps to help customers find nearby restaurants, real-time pricing that calculates the price of an order including tax, and provides customers with the first available pick up time at the restaurant of their choosing.
Customers start by logging on to the online ordering section of the Chipotle website at https://order.chipotle.com. From there they can choose a burrito, burrito bowl, tacos, or salad, and then click through a menu featuring everything they'd normally find at their local Chipotle, including Chipotle's naturally raised meats, choice of salsas, rBGH-free cheese or sour cream, and freshly made guacamole.
Once a customer has registered and completed their profile and preferences on their own page, they can place orders in as few as three clicks, adding considerably to the new system's efficiency.
Chipotle was recently named best in its category for customer service by a 2008 Corporate Research International survey and Ells believes Chipotle will enhance its reputation for great service through the new online system.
"We asked our regular online users and our most tech-savvy customers how to best improve this system," Ells said. "This new version is faster, easier to use, and will enable us to add additional features and applications as new technology allows."
Chipotle employs a second, back-of-house food line dedicated exclusively to fulfilling online orders. Since introducing online ordering in December 2005, Chipotle and has received and executed nearly 2 million online orders.
Chipotle Mexican Grill offers a focused menu of burritos, tacos, burrito bowls (a burrito without the tortilla) and salads made from fresh, high-quality raw ingredients, prepared using classic cooking methods and served in a distinctive atmosphere. Through our vision of Food with Integrity, Chipotle is seeking better food not only from using fresh ingredients, but ingredients that are sustainably grown and naturally raised with respect for the animals, the land, and the farmers who produce the food. Chipotle opened its first restaurant in 1993 and currently operates more than 800 restaurants. For more information, visit www.chipotle.com.
Organic To Go Teams with Jamba, Inc. to Provide Organic Grab & Go at Jamba Juice Locations in Washington and Southern California
Seattle--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Organic To GoTM (OTCBB: OTGO), the nation's first fast-casual café chain to be certified as an organic retailer by the USDA, today announced that it has partnered with Jamba, Inc. (NASDAQ: JMBA), the parent company of Jamba Juice, to provide its organic and natural food offerings at Jamba Juice locations in Los Angeles and Orange County, California and Bellevue, Washington.
"There are many synergies between the Organic To Go and Jamba brands. This test is beneficial to both companies and consumers. By serving up additional delicious offerings for Jamba customers, it further enhances their in store experience while also generating revenue for both businesses," said Jason R. Brown, CEO of Organic To Go. "As we announced with our LAX expansion last week, Organic To Go is working closely with a select number of high-quality, branded third party retailers. We are proud of the opportunity to work together with an industry leader like Jamba to both increase our brand exposure and capitalize on the economies that our hub and spoke model provide. We believe this test will prove to be successful on all accounts and we hope to expand this partnership to additional Jamba Juice locations in the near future."
The initial test launch is in Southern California and Washington State with potential expansion into additional stores and geographic areas. Organic To Go is supplying branded grab & go salads, sandwiches, wraps, cookies, and yogurt parfaits to the Jamba locations.
"We're excited about the possibilities of this test. Our partnership with Organic To Go provides Jamba customers organic and natural food that supports their growing desire for a healthy lifestyle," said Steven R. Berrard, Chief Executive Officer and President of Jamba, Inc.
Organic To Go offers delicious, fresh, healthy "clean" food that is always free of harmful additives, antibiotics, chemicals, pesticides, growth hormones or genetic modification. Organic To Go ingredients are certified organic, natural and locally sourced whenever possible.
Based in Seattle, Organic To Go is the nation's first fast casual café chain to be certified as an organic retailer with locations in Seattle, Los Angeles, San Diego and the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Organic To Go's delicious organic food is currently available in more than 170 locations including 33 cafés, more than 120 wholesale locations, 15 universities, 9 locations at Los Angeles International Airport and one franchise café scheduled to open soon at the San Diego International Airport. The company's multi-channel business model includes Retail, Corporate Catering and Wholesale operations. Organic To Go's mission is to become the leading branded provider of certified organic and natural, soups, salads, sandwiches, pizzas, entrees and other food products to corporate, university and other institutional customers in selected urban areas nationwide. All Organic To Go fare is made with organic ingredients whenever possible and is always natural, free of harmful chemicals and created with care. For more information, visit www.organictogo.com.
Jamba, Inc. (NASDAQ:JMBA) (NASDAQ:JMBAU) (NASDAQ:JMBAW) is a holding company and through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Jamba Juice Company, owns and franchises JAMBA JUICE® stores. JAMBA JUICE is the leading blender of fruit and other naturally healthy ingredients. Founded in 1990, Jamba strives to inspire and simplify healthy living for its customers and employees. As of October 7, 2008, JAMBA JUICE had 749 stores, of which 520 were company-owned and operated. For the nearest location or a complete menu including our breakfast smoothies with organic granola, please call: 1-866-4R-FRUIT or visit the JAMBA JUICE website at www.jamba.com. Look for Jamba's ready-to-drink Jamba® bottled Smoothies and Juicies on grocery store shelves.
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