The Training and Placement Desk of the Diploma in Pharmacy Department plays a key role in guiding students towards successful professional careers in the pharmaceutical sector. The desk acts as a bridge between students, industry partners, and healthcare institutions by providing timely training opportunities, career guidance, and placement support.
The primary objective of the Training and Placement Desk is to prepare students for real-world challenges by enhancing their technical skills, communication abilities, and professional confidence. The desk organizes various activities such as industrial visits, guest lectures, soft-skill workshops, personality development sessions, and mock interviews to improve student readiness for employment. It also coordinates with pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, medical stores, community pharmacies, and manufacturing units to facilitate internship and placement opportunities.
The desk maintains strong industry relationships and continuously explores new avenues for student training. Students receive guidance regarding career paths in community pharmacy, hospital pharmacy, quality control, production, regulatory affairs, and entrepreneurship. The Training and Placement Desk ensures that every student is equipped with essential knowledge, ethical practices, and professionalism required in the pharmacy field.
Through dedicated support and continuous interaction with industry, the Training and Placement Desk aims to create confident, skilled, and employable pharmacy professionals ready to contribute effectively to healthcare services.
Aim
The Training & Placement Office (TPO) aims to prepare Diploma in Pharmacy students for employment, higher studies, and professional growth by providing career guidance, skill development, and placement opportunities in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors.
Objectives
- To enhance students’ employability skills as per industry requirements
- To provide career guidance and counselling to Diploma in Pharmacy students
- To arrange industrial training, hospital training, and internships
- To establish strong linkages with pharmaceutical industries, hospitals, and healthcare organizations
- To organize campus interviews and placement drives
- To guide students for higher education and professional registration
Mechanism of the TPO Desk
- The TPO Desk functions under the guidance of the Principal and Head of the Department
- A TPO Coordinator is appointed to plan and execute training and placement activities
- Regular interaction is maintained with pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, wholesalers, and healthcare institutions
- Training programs such as soft skills, communication skills, interview techniques, and resume writing are conducted
- Industrial visits, guest lectures, and workshops are organized to expose students to real-world practices
- Student placement records are maintained and updated systematically
- Feedback from recruiters and alumni is used to improve training activities
Expected Outcomes
- Improved placement opportunities for Diploma in Pharmacy students
- Enhanced confidence, communication, and professional skills among students
- Better industry exposure and practical understanding
- Increased number of students placed in pharmaceutical industries, hospitals, and community pharmacies
- Strong industry–institute collaboration
- Guidance for students opting for higher education or entrepreneurship
Training & Placement / Career Guidance Cell (2025–26)
| Sr. No. | Name of the Member | Designation |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. R. S. Chavan | Chairman (Principal) |
| 2 | Dr. G. B. Nigade | Alumni Member |
| 3 | Ms. J. G. Nale | Member (Lecturer) |
| 4 | Mrs. S. B. Bathe | Member (Lecturer) |
| 5 | Ms. S. M. Anarase | Student Representative (F.Y.) |
| 6 | Ms. V. B. Garud | Student Representative (S.Y.) |
| 7 | Mr. H. S. Patil | Member-Secretary (HOD) |
Roles
Principal:
Provides overall guidance, approval, and leadership for all training and placement activities.
Staff Coordinator (TPO):
Plans, organizes, and monitors training, career guidance, and placement initiatives for Diploma in Pharmacy students.
Staff Representatives:
Assist in coordinating programs, maintaining industry contacts, and supporting students in placement preparation.
Student Representatives (F.Y. & S.Y. D. Pharm):
Act as a link between students and the committee, ensuring effective communication and active participation.
Responsibilities
Industry Collaboration
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with pharmaceutical industries, hospitals, and community pharmacies
- Invite organizations for campus recruitment, industrial training, and internships
Student Development
- Organize training on resume writing, interview skills, and professional ethics
- Conduct soft skills programs, workshops, industrial visits, and guest lectures
Placement Activities
- Identify suitable job opportunities and communicate them to students
- Share student data with recruiters for placement and training purposes
- Coordinate campus interviews and placement drives smoothly
Communication & Coordination
- Inform students about interview schedules, eligibility criteria, and company requirements
- Act as a mediator between students and recruiters to support the recruitment process
- Ensure timely communication of all placement-related information
Monitoring & Reporting
- Review and evaluate the effectiveness of training and placement activities
- Maintain records of student participation, training programs, and placement outcomes