Smart Skilling: Experimental Evidence on Vocational Training Design

Smart Skilling: Experimental Evidence on Vocational Training Design

The 12th chapter of MANTHAN, saw an inspiring session by Dr. Tanu Gupta (University of Southampton, Delhi) on “Smart Skilling: Experimental Evidence on Vocational Training Design”.

The talk highlighted how blending sector-specific vocational skills with project-based experiential learning and digital competencies—especially social media for business—can significantly improve women’s:
* Occupational alignment
* Self-employment participation
* Earnings and job satisfaction

The session sparked engaging discussions on evidence-based skilling strategies and their policy relevance, showcasing how thoughtfully designed training programs can empower women economically and strengthen India’s inclusive workforce.