Nurturing Excellence. Shaping Global Professionals. At Chitkara University, the University Readiness Academy (URA) is a premier upskilling and leadership development initiative designed to identify, groom, and elevate the most promising students from our Computer Science Engineering and MBA programs. By combining rigorous selection with a deeply immersive training ecosystem, URA creates a launchpad for students to emerge as confident, capable, and globally competitive professionals. URA blends behavioural science, data-driven assessment, and corporate mentoring to prepare students for success in high-impact professional environments. It is not just about placement preparation — it is about transformation into future-ready leaders.
URA goes beyond traditional management education by integrating experiential learning, fieldwork, and future-focused minors to create career-ready professionals for the rural sector.
URA follows a meticulous, multi-stage identification process that goes far beyond academic scores. The evaluation includes behavioural traits, cultural compatibility, leadership potential, emotional intelligence, and job-market alignment. This process ensures that students selected into the Academy represent the highest potential for personal and professional growth.
Once selected, students enter a dynamic, multi-dimensional training program that focuses equally on technical excellence, behavioural finesse, and global leadership readiness. The goal is to enable them to thrive in both structured corporate settings and fluid global work environments.
The University Readiness Academy is built on the belief that true career success comes from the perfect blend of hard skills and human values. URA’s transformational pedagogy helps students evolve into not only employable graduates, but purposeful professionals.
In-depth knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), resume crafting, and interview readiness aligned with national and global hiring practices.
Hands-on tools and frameworks to manage deadlines, cross-functional collaborations, and performance in fast-paced environments.
Exposure to real-world case studies, workplace simulations, and business frameworks that build contextual intelligence and strategic thinking.
Intensive training to refine spoken and written English, active listening, corporate communication etiquette, and public speaking.
Focused sessions on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, body language, leadership behaviour, and professional integrity.
In-depth knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), resume crafting, and interview readiness aligned with national and global hiring practices.
Hands-on tools and frameworks to manage deadlines, cross-functional collaborations, and performance in fast-paced environments.
Exposure to real-world case studies, workplace simulations, and business frameworks that build contextual intelligence and strategic thinking.
Intensive training to refine spoken and written English, active listening, corporate communication etiquette, and public speaking.
Focused sessions on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, body language, leadership behaviour, and professional integrity.
In-depth knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), resume crafting, and interview readiness aligned with national and global hiring practices.
The University Readiness Academy is built on the belief that true career success comes from the perfect blend of hard skills and human values. URA’s transformational pedagogy helps students evolve into not only employable graduates, but purposeful professionals.
Intensive training to refine spoken and written English, active listening, corporate communication etiquette, and public speaking.
Focused sessions on self-awareness, emotional intelligence, body language, leadership behaviour, and professional integrity.
In-depth knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), resume crafting, and interview readiness aligned with national and global hiring practices.
Hands-on tools and frameworks to manage deadlines, cross-functional collaborations, and performance in fast-paced environments.
Exposure to real-world case studies, workplace simulations, and business frameworks that build contextual intelligence and strategic thinking.
At the heart of the URA experience is the belief that character is as important as competence. Alongside professional skill-building, the Academy instils values that define ethical leadership and responsible citizenship.
Encouraging students to act with transparency, accountability, and ethical clarity in all professional engagements.
Reinforcing the importance of grounded, respectful, and inclusive workplace behaviour rooted in empathy.
Preparing students to navigate complex challenges with confidence, perseverance, and a strong moral compass.
As students progress through URA, they undergo mock interviews, case-based group discussions, simulation exercises, psychometric tests, and real-time feedback loops from industry experts. This comprehensive exposure ensures that they are not only work-ready but also world-ready — equipped to adapt, lead, and thrive across industries and geographies. Graduates of URA represent Chitkara University’s highest ideals — a combination of excellence, professionalism, empathy, and a drive to make meaningful global contributions.
Should you have any queries or require further details about our offerings,
please get in touch with Mr. Sourav Roy at the given email
Should you have any queries or require further details about our offerings, please get in touch with Mr. Sourav Roy at the given email
Unit No. A 201-202
Elante Mall Office Complex
Industrial Area Phase 1
Chandigarh 160 002
Chandigarh-Patiala National Highway
Punjab 140 401
