ENA Sectors 2025-08-12 16:37:20 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Aug 12 (KNN)</strong> Kia India has partnered with the Automotive Skill Development Council (ASDC) to strengthen Indias automotive talent pool and bridge the gap between industry and academia.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The collaboration aims to create a robust skilling system that aligns with the changing needs of the mobility sector, particularly in areas such as electric vehicle adoption and enhanced customer experience.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Kia India and ASDC will work together to develop a sustainable training ecosystem and improve placement opportunities for aspiring professionals.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The initiative focuses on preparing the workforce to meet evolving industry demands while empowering youth with relevant technical and soft skills.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">A key feature of this programme is an intensive 30-day training schedule. The first 15 days will be held at ASDC-certified centres, where participants will learn automotive basics, dealership operations, and Kia-specific procedures.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The following 15 days will involve supervised on-the-job training at authorised Kia dealerships, allowing candidates to gain practical, hands-on experience.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Joonsu Cho, Chief Sales Officer of Kia India, stated that the partnership with ASDC reflects the companys commitment to building a future-ready ecosystem.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">He highlighted that skilled human capital is essential not only for supporting Kias growth but also for delivering an exceptional customer experience.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Upon completion, candidates will be assessed at ASDC centres. Successful participants will receive a joint certification from Kia India and ASDC, enabling them to be recruited directly for sales and service roles across Kias dealership network.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">This initiative is expected to boost youth employment, enhance dealership capabilities, and contribute to the broader national skilling mission.</span></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></strong></em></p> 43142 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/kia-india-collaborates-with-asdc-to-boost-youth-automotive-skills 2025-08-12 16:37:20 knnindia.co.in