BWI: Cisco Introduces Cisco 360 Learning Program in India to Meet Fast-Changing Demands of IT Networking Industry

Press release from Business Wire India
Source: Cisco Systems India Pvt. Ltd.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010 04:43 PM IST (11:13 AM GMT)
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Cisco Introduces Cisco 360 Learning Program in India to Meet Fast-Changing Demands of IT Networking Industry
Rigorous Cisco CCIE Training to Accelerate Expert Level Networking Skills

New Delhi, Delhi, India, Wednesday, May 26, 2010 -- (Business Wire India) -- Cisco today announced the availability of the Cisco® 360 Learning Program for CCIE® Routing and Switching in India through authorized Cisco Learning Partners Datacraft, Global Knowledge and Fast Lane.

Cisco 360 Learning Program:

-- The Cisco 360 Learning Program for CCIE R&S certification is fully aligned to the CCIE R&S certification standards.
-- New materials include additional self-paced lessons on MPLS and troubleshooting, enhanced coverage of those topics in the instructor-led workshops, an updated practice lab workbook for self-paced practice, and new performance assessments that gauge skill level and offer mentoring feedback.
-- Cisco 360 Learning Program for CCIE R&S certification is the only expert training program currently covering the new certification standards and the only Cisco authorized learning program at the expert level.
-- There are more than 20 components of the Cisco 360 Learning Program for CCIE Routing and Switching, which can now be purchased through authorized Cisco 360 Learning Partners.

Key Facts/Highlights:

-- The Cisco CCIE Routing and Switching certification validates the expert level skills required for implementing and troubleshooting today's complex converged networks.
-- CCIE-level skills create a foundation for higher compensation and better professional opportunities.
-- Enterprises that invest in certification have a 15 percent improvement in customer satisfaction ratings according to IDC*.

Supporting Quotes:

-- "As the network carries more essential services and business applications, there is a sharp demand for expert engineers who can accurately and quickly anticipate, diagnose and resolve complex network issues," said Jeanne Beliveau Dunn, vice president and general manager, Learning@Cisco. "To meet this critical market need, networking engineers must prepare for the rapid changes occurring in network infrastructure. The enhanced CCIE Routing and Switching Exams and Cisco 360 Learning Program provide sophisticated skills education and requisite certification to support today's advanced networks."

-- "Managing increasingly sophisticated networks is a growing demand amongst organizations today. At Cisco, we are confident that network engineers who enroll in the 360 degree learning program will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required to accelerate expert level competency in this field," said Milind Gurjar, director, Learning@Cisco. "With the introduction of this program, we aim to address the challenges of managing and deploying rapidly growing networks," he added.

-- "Datacraft India is honoured to be a select Cisco Learning Solutions Partner to deliver CCIE Routing and Switching certification through Cisco 360 Learning and we are excited about this latest enhancement to our end-to-end IT services and solutions offering. The learning programme has proven to be a more effective option. This means that we can help our clients to scale up their in-house technical expertise faster than ever, to tackle dynamic market changes," Shailendra Badoni , COO of Datacraft India, commented.

About Datacraft India

Datacraft India is a part of Datacraft Asia - a wholly owned subsidiary of Dimension Data plc (LSE:DDT), a US$4 billion leading global IT solutions and services provider. Datacraft operates in over 50 offices across 13 Asia Pacific countries. We help clients plan, build, support, manage, improve and innovate their IT infrastructures. Datacraft combines an expertise in networking, security, data centre, storage, Microsoft solutions and converged communications & contact centre technologies, with advanced skills in consulting, integration, training and managed services to craft IT solutions for businesses. The Training arm of Datacraft

Datacraft India is Cisco's Learning Solution Partner in India and a leading solutions partner in Cisco's Global Talent Acceleration Program. Datacraft India operates multiple centres of excellence with advanced technology labs across India and has onboard a dedicated team of highly qualified and skilled trainers. The training solutions offered include the complete suite of Cisco Technology solutions training. Datacraft's Training division provides a complete Training lifecycle services offering with an integrated approach to develop skills, capabilities and competencies. Datacraft is among the first Cisco Learning Solutions partner in Asia Pacific to be certified under special practice programme in Cisco 360' for CCIE and UCS.

Supporting Resources:

-- Cisco Learning Network: http://www.ciscolearningnetwork.com
-- Cisco Learning Partners: http://www.cisco.com/web/learning/le27/learning_learning_partner_connection_home.html

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-- Friendfeed: www.friendfeed.com/learningatcisco
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-- YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/profile?user=learningatcisco
-- Google Reader: http://www.google.com/reader/shared/07543131729020791635
-- Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Cisco.Learning

Technorati Tags: Talent Development, Certifications, IT Certifications, Cisco, Cisco Learning Network, Collaboration, CCIE, CCIE R&S, Routing and Switching, Education, Cisco 360

*Source: IDC, IDC MarketScape: Worldwide IT Education and Training 2009 Vendor Analysis, Doc #216380, Feb. 2009.

Cisco, the Cisco logo, Cisco Systems and CCIE are registered trademarks or trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and certain other countries. All other trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners. The use of the word partner does not imply a partnership relationship between Cisco and any other company. This document is Cisco Public Information.


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