The Student Career Counseling Program - Starter (SCCP-Starter) successfully concluded at Khwopa College of Engineering, providing students with essential professional and technical skills. From February 4 to February 16, the intensive two-week program focused on personality intelligence, research skills, product design, and presentation abilities.

A total of 21 Electrical Engineering students from the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th years participated in the program after an orientation on February 2. The initiative featured expert-led sessions, interactive activities, field visits, and firsthand exercises.

Key sessions included ‘Personality Intelligence Through 5Ps’ by Er. Ashik Rajbhandari, ‘How to Do Research’ by Dr. Saurav Man Singh Basnet, and ‘The Essence of Product Design’ focusing on UIX methodologies. Students also engaged in structured writing techniques, infographic design, and real-world problem identification through field visits.

Additionally, the program covered product development and engineering execution, with Dr. Sarbagya Buddhacharya guiding students on IoT-based applications. Communication and branding sessions, such as ‘Your Presentation Defines Your Personality’ by Mr. Aziz Shrestha and ‘Sell Your CV,’ equipped students with resume-building and interview preparation skills.

The program concluded with a Theatre and Prototype Demonstration, where students displayed innovative projects. Faculty and industry professionals praised the participants’ creativity and technical expertise. Certificates of Participation were awarded to students, while coordinators received Certificates of Appreciation from Prof. Dr. Raju Bhai Tyata.

The SCCP-Starter program significantly enhanced students’ soft skills, problem-solving abilities, and career readiness. With the success of this initiative, further advanced modules under SCCP, including Newbie, Rookie, and Prokie, are expected to follow, fostering a culture of innovation and professional excellence at the institution.