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“Effective governance and ethical leadership are the bedrock upon which world-class educational institutions thrive.”

— OLDC Administration

Leadership & Governance

At OLDC, effective leadership and course coordination guide our vision and strengthen our commitment to quality, access and learner success.

Prof. Payal Mago
Director

Prof. Payal Mago

Director, Campus of Open Learning, DU

"Dear Students,"

Our mission is to develop an inclusive and innovative learning environment that aligns with our motto, उत्तिष्ठत जाग्रत प्राप्य वरान्निबोधत“Arise, awake, and achieve the goal.”

To achieve this, we have launched various skill-based and language courses designed to cater to your interests and learning needs. Whether you are a working professional seeking to upskill, a student looking to develop new skills, or someone eager to continue learning for personal growth, we have something for everyone.

With the integration of advanced technology, we deliver high-quality education and provide improved facilities to enhance your learning experience. We encourage you to make the most of the resources and opportunities available to you. Engage actively with the course materials, participate in online discussions, and connect with fellow learners. Your success is our priority.

Deekshant Awasthi
Academic Coordinator

Deekshant Awasthi

Academic Coordinator, OLDC, DU

The dream is to eventually transform OLDC into a standalone unit of international repute, purely dedicated to the R&D needs, catering to diverse fields ranging from pedagogy to human resources to critical, cutting-edge technology in nascent fields, so as to help bring about a holistic and qualitative transformation in the nation.

It is all about getting the support at the right time to be able to take the right steps in the right direction.

To this end, we have taken our first steps and our journey has begun!

Our Vision

Prominent Centre of Innovation

"To be a prominent centre of innovation in open and distance education, providing equitable and transformative learning experiences that empower students globally to achieve academic and professional success."
Our Mission

Core Mission Objectives

01

Provide flexible and high-quality education to students.

02

Implement effective teaching and learning methods based on modern technology.

03

Provide students with hands-on experience through our skill-based courses.

Our Timeless Motto

उत्तिष्ठत जाग्रत प्राप्य वरान्निबोधत

“Arise, awake, and achieve the goal.”

This timeless motto inspires our mission to empower learners with knowledge, skills and confidence to achieve their goals and make a positive impact in society.

GOVERNANCE AT OLDC

OLDC follows a transparent and accountable governance framework to support effective course delivery, learner support and the overall development of the Centre.

Visionary Leadership

Guided by experienced leadership committed to quality learning, innovation and inclusivity.

Course Coordination

Effective coordination to support the delivery and development of skill-based and language courses.

Efficient Administration

Streamlined processes and digital systems to support transparent and learner-friendly operations.

Learner-Centred Approach

Policies and practices designed to support learners throughout their learning journey.