About the Programme
What to expect at the internship?
Online LIVE Session
Training on application of Design Thinking to solve real world problem
Project Field Work
You identify what is a good problem to solve? You seek to understand and define the problem effectively by conducting empathy led-research and taking feedback from target audience
Formative Assessment
Did you follow the Design Thinking process to solve the problem? How effectively did you do that? Get assessed!
Project Mentorship
Continuous mentorship by your Design Thinking mentors and faculty from NUS/NTU is crucial to your project success
Project Presentation
all participants present (via video) and are assessed on the project.
The research work involves solving real-world challenges which are always interdisciplinary in nature. Hence, all teams are encouraged to choose team members with complementary skill sets.
To give you an idea, we have listed a few projects done by GRIP participants.
Science Engineering and Technology
Application of Science Engineering and technology in space research transportation
Business and Economics
Generate excitement to new ideas, leading to solution that address unmet need in business
Law
Human centred design and research innovation for legal problem
Humanities
Design Thinking & problem solving in Social Studies and languages can challenge the student to go beyond a typical question answer sequence.
Arts
Innovation & Disruption in arts through Design Thinking Approach
Mathematics
Solve a wide range of mathematical problems through innovative research
Sessions | FACILITATOR INTERVENTION | SELF-DIRECTED WORK |
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Module-1 (Empathy) | ||
Session 1 |
DURATION: 4 hours
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DURATION: 4 hours
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Session 2 |
DURATION: 4 hours
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DURATION: 28 hours
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16 Hours - Guidance and Support by Mentors |
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Module-2 (DEFINE PROBLEM) | ||
Session 3 |
DURATION: 4 hours
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DURATION: 4 hours
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Session 4 |
DURATION: 4 hours
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4 Hours - Guidance and Support by Mentors |
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Module-3 (IDEATION) | ||
Session 5 |
DURATION: 4 hours
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DURATION: 8 hours
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Session 6 |
DURATION: 4 hours
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DURATION: 8 hours
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8 Hours - Guidance and Support by Mentors |
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Module-4 (BUILDING PROTOTYPE) | ||
Session 7 |
DURATION: 4 hours
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DURATION: 8 hours
|
Session 8 |
DURATION: 4 hours
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DURATION: 8 hours
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24 Hours - Guidance and Support by Mentors |
||
Module-5 (PRESENTATION) | ||
Session 9 |
DURATION: 4 hours
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DURATION: 8 hours
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8 Hours - Guidance and Support by Mentors |
||
Session 10 |
DURATION: 4 hours
|
|
Note:
- The content and sequence of the programme may undergo minor changes to cater to the profile of the registered participants.
- Readings will be assigned each week.
Assessment Criteria
Students are assessed on the following parameters during the whole programme by the NTU, NUS faculty:
- Research Methodology
- Design Thinking Process
- Ideation
- Solution
- Prototype
- Presentation

Certificate of Achievement
from Corporate Gurukul
Online LIVE Session
Training on application of Design Thinking to solve real world problem
Project Field Work
You identify what is a good problem to solve? You seek to understand and define the problem effectively by conducting empathy led-research and taking feedback from target audience
Formative Assessment
Did you follow the Design Thinking process to solve the problem? How effectively did you do that? Get assessed!
Project Mentorship
Continuous mentorship by your Design Thinking mentors and faculty from NUS/NTU is crucial to your project success
Project Presentation
all participants present (via video) and are assessed on the project.
The research work involves solving real-world challenges which are always interdisciplinary in nature. Hence, all teams are encouraged to choose team members with complementary skill sets.
To give you an idea, we have listed a few projects done by GRIP participants.
Science Engineering and Technology
Application of Science Engineering and technology in space research transportation
Business and Economics
Generate excitement to new ideas, leading to solution that address unmet need in business
Law
Human centred design and research innovation for legal problem
Humanities
Design Thinking & problem solving in Social Studies and languages can challenge the student to go beyond a typical question answer sequence.
Arts
Innovation & Disruption in arts through Design Thinking Approach
Mathematics
Solve a wide range of mathematical problems through innovative research
Sessions | FACILITATOR INTERVENTION | SELF-DIRECTED WORK |
---|---|---|
Module-1 (Empathy) | ||
Session 1 |
DURATION: 4 hours
|
DURATION: 4 hours
|
Session 2 |
DURATION: 4 hours
|
DURATION: 28 hours
|
16 Hours - Guidance and Support by Mentors |
||
Module-2 (DEFINE PROBLEM) | ||
Session 3 |
DURATION: 4 hours
|
DURATION: 4 hours
|
Session 4 |
DURATION: 4 hours
|
|
4 Hours - Guidance and Support by Mentors |
||
Module-3 (IDEATION) | ||
Session 5 |
DURATION: 4 hours
|
DURATION: 8 hours
|
Session 6 |
DURATION: 4 hours
|
DURATION: 8 hours
|
8 Hours - Guidance and Support by Mentors |
||
Module-4 (BUILDING PROTOTYPE) | ||
Session 7 |
DURATION: 4 hours
|
DURATION: 8 hours
|
Session 8 |
DURATION: 4 hours
|
DURATION: 8 hours
|
24 Hours - Guidance and Support by Mentors |
||
Module-5 (PRESENTATION) | ||
Session 9 |
DURATION: 4 hours
|
DURATION: 8 hours
|
8 Hours - Guidance and Support by Mentors |
||
Session 10 |
DURATION: 4 hours
|
|
Note:
- The content and sequence of the programme may undergo minor changes to cater to the profile of the registered participants.
- Readings will be assigned each week.
Assessment Criteria
Students are assessed on the following parameters during the whole programme by the NTU, NUS faculty:
- Research Methodology
- Design Thinking Process
- Ideation
- Solution
- Prototype
- Presentation

Certificate of Achievement
from Corporate Gurukul
Admissions
Admissions to GRIP are highly selective. Our selection criteria have evolved over the last 13 years to reflect characteristics embodied by our most successful interns or our global empathetic leaders. In addition to these criteria, we found successful Interns display and articulate the following qualities: compassion, pursuit of excellence, are curious and dynamic, enjoy learning, and strive to make an impact personally and professionally. Be prepared to talk about your accomplishments and how you have dealt with challenges when you apply.
Who Should Apply?
Dates and Deadlines for Admission
Requirement for Admissions
Class Profile
Programme Fee
Mentors
National University of Singapore
The National University of Singapore (NUS) is the first autonomous research university in Singapore. NUS is a comprehensive research university, offering a wide range of disciplines, including the sciences, medicine and dentistry, design and environment, law, arts and social sciences, engineering, business, computing and music at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
The QS World University Rankings 2019 ranked NUS 11th in the world and 1st in Asia. The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2018 placed NUS at 22nd in the world and 1st in Asia Pacific, while its 2018 reputation rankings placed it at 24th globally. In 2019, it ranked 27th among the universities around the world by SCImago Institutions Rankings.
Faculty Profile
Dr. TAN Wee Kek

Dr. TAN Wee Kek
Associate Professor
Department of Information Systems & Analytics
School of Computing
National University of Singapore
Dr. TAN Wee Kek is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Information Systems & Analytics at the School of Computing, National University of Singapore. He is also a Fellow of the prestigious NUS Teaching Academy. He graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy in Information Systems in July 2013, and a Bachelor of Computing in Information Systems (1st Class Honours) in July 2007, both from the National University of Singapore. Prior to this, he attended Singapore Polytechnic, and graduated with a Diploma in Computer Information Systems with Merit in July 2001.
His current primary research interests focus on consumer-based information technology (e.g., online decision aids, social computing, virtual worlds, and consumer cloud services). Most of his research is based on design science, a well-established problem-solving paradigm that has been widely adopted in information systems research. His current secondary research interests focus on information systems education.
His work has been published or is forthcoming in journals such as Journal of the American Society for Information Science, and Technology (JASIST), Decision Support Systems (DSS), Communications of the Association for Information Systems (CAIS), and Journal of Information Systems Education (JISE). His work has also been presented or is forthcoming in conferences such as ACM SIGMIS Computer Personnel Research Conference (SIGMIS-CPR), IFIP Working Group 8.2 Working Conference (IFIP WG8.2), European Conference on Information Systems (ECIS), Americas Conference on Information Systems (AMCIS), and International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction (ICHCI).
Nanyang Technological University
A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the colleges of Engineering, Business, Science, and Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, and its Graduate College. NTU’s Lee Kong Chain School of Medicine was established jointly with Imperial College London.
In 2019, NTU was placed 11th globally in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings. It was also ranked the world’s best young university (under 50 years old) by QS for the sixth consecutive year in 2019. In addition, NTU was named the world’s fastest rising young university by Times Higher Education in 2015.
Faculty Profile
Prof. Joan Marie Kelly

Prof. Joan Marie Kelly
Senior Lecturer
School of Art, Design & Media Nanyang Technological University
Prof. Joan works as a design educator and consults top corporates including Google on Design Thinking.
Her aim is to empower the community with the experience of creation. Kelly reinvigorates concepts of figure painting and drawing in collaborations with ethnographic methodologies. She is also an Urban Ecologist, she investigates the ecosystem of the city initiating artistic connections with migrant and marginalized communities.
Kelly applies her participatory art workshops to interdisciplinary collaborations with several researchers and communities. Collaborating changes the intension and outcome of the participatory workshops opening up whole new fields. Creativity and rudimental tools of drawing applied in different contexts with scholarly researchers has the ability to transform the intension and meaning of the scholarly work through visual language.
The interdisciplinary work is with these different fields and scholars:
- Sustaining oral languages with three linguist working in different focus areas in Asia, by creating the first illustrated children’s books with the oral language communities.
- Drawing as a tool for engineers to develop and record ideas.
- The use of multi-media arts as a means to provoke communication and awareness of cultural heritage within host communities prior to tourism development. The collaboration involves Yuthasak Chatkaewnapanon from University of Chiang Mai, a Thai Tourism sociologist, and Prof. Ross Adrian Williams, a sound artist.
All of these particular sectors of society influence Kelly’s personal artwork which is inspired by urban life of South East Asia.

National University of Singapore
The National University of Singapore (NUS) is the first autonomous research university in Singapore. NUS is a comprehensive research university, offering a wide range of disciplines, including the sciences, medicine and dentistry, design and environment, law, arts and social sciences, engineering, business, computing and music at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
The QS World University Rankings 2019 ranked NUS 11th in the world and 1st in Asia. The Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2018 placed NUS at 22nd in the world and 1st in Asia Pacific, while its 2018 reputation rankings placed it at 24th globally. In 2019, it ranked 27th among the universities around the world by SCImago Institutions Rankings.
Faculty Profile
Dr. TAN Wee Kek

Dr. TAN Wee Kek
Associate Professor
Department of Information Systems & Analytics
School of Computing
National University of Singapore
Dr. TAN Wee Kek is currently an Associate Professor in the Department of Information Systems & Analytics at the School of Computing, National University of Singapore. He is also a Fellow of the prestigious NUS Teaching Academy. He graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy in Information Systems in July 2013, and a Bachelor of Computing in Information Systems (1st Class Honours) in July 2007, both from the National University of Singapore. Prior to this, he attended Singapore Polytechnic, and graduated with a Diploma in Computer Information Systems with Merit in July 2001.
His current primary research interests focus on consumer-based information technology (e.g., online decision aids, social computing, virtual worlds, and consumer cloud services). Most of his research is based on design science, a well-established problem-solving paradigm that has been widely adopted in information systems research. His current secondary research interests focus on information systems education.
His work has been published or is forthcoming in journals such as Journal of the American Society for Information Science, and Technology (JASIST), Decision Support Systems (DSS), Communications of the Association for Information Systems (CAIS), and Journal of Information Systems Education (JISE). His work has also been presented or is forthcoming in conferences such as ACM SIGMIS Computer Personnel Research Conference (SIGMIS-CPR), IFIP Working Group 8.2 Working Conference (IFIP WG8.2), European Conference on Information Systems (ECIS), Americas Conference on Information Systems (AMCIS), and International Conference on Human-Computer Interaction (ICHCI).

Nanyang Technological University
A research-intensive public university, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) has 33,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students in the colleges of Engineering, Business, Science, and Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, and its Graduate College. NTU’s Lee Kong Chain School of Medicine was established jointly with Imperial College London.
In 2019, NTU was placed 11th globally in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings. It was also ranked the world’s best young university (under 50 years old) by QS for the sixth consecutive year in 2019. In addition, NTU was named the world’s fastest rising young university by Times Higher Education in 2015.
Faculty Profile
Prof. Joan Marie Kelly

Prof. Joan Marie Kelly
Senior Lecturer
School of Art, Design & Media Nanyang Technological University
Prof. Joan works as a design educator and consults top corporates including Google on Design Thinking.
Her aim is to empower the community with the experience of creation. Kelly reinvigorates concepts of figure painting and drawing in collaborations with ethnographic methodologies. She is also an Urban Ecologist, she investigates the ecosystem of the city initiating artistic connections with migrant and marginalized communities.
Kelly applies her participatory art workshops to interdisciplinary collaborations with several researchers and communities. Collaborating changes the intension and outcome of the participatory workshops opening up whole new fields. Creativity and rudimental tools of drawing applied in different contexts with scholarly researchers has the ability to transform the intension and meaning of the scholarly work through visual language.
The interdisciplinary work is with these different fields and scholars:
- Sustaining oral languages with three linguist working in different focus areas in Asia, by creating the first illustrated children’s books with the oral language communities.
- Drawing as a tool for engineers to develop and record ideas.
- The use of multi-media arts as a means to provoke communication and awareness of cultural heritage within host communities prior to tourism development. The collaboration involves Yuthasak Chatkaewnapanon from University of Chiang Mai, a Thai Tourism sociologist, and Prof. Ross Adrian Williams, a sound artist.
All of these particular sectors of society influence Kelly’s personal artwork which is inspired by urban life of South East Asia.
Testimonials
Success Stories

Harsh Tekriwal
Alumni (University Immersion Programme)
Tanmay Agarwal
SRM Chennai
Ish Dutt
Alumni, (University Immersion Programme)
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Abhishek Chandramouli
VIT Vellore
Sumedh Rathi
Alumni (Research and Innovation Programme)
Anubha Kabra
Delhi Technological University
Naquiya Barwaniwala
Alumni (Research and Innovation Programme)
Vignesh Prabhakar
SRM Univ (Chennai)
Hamza Ali Rizvi
Punjab Engineering College
Anushree Gupta
Alumni (Research and Innovation Programme)
Aditya Desai
BITS (Hyderabad)
Sartaj Singh Sandhu
BITS Pilani (Goa)
Pratyusha Nyati
Alumni (Research and Innovation Programme)
Apurva Mittal
BITS Pilani
Shivam Mulchandani
Alumni (Research and Innovation Programme)
Jash Kamdar
BITS Pilani (Goa)Frequently Asked Questions
How does this programme benefit the student?
The student:
- Conducts research in a fun and engaging way to come up with original and innovative solutions
- Gets first-hand experience in entrepreneurship and management
- Receives project guidance, feedback, evaluation and endorsement by the faculty from – National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore
- Collaborates and competes with students from different schools and countries
- Experiences university and hostel life in National University of Singapore (NUS) and cultural Innovation in Singapore
What is Design Thinking?
'Design thinking is a human-centred approach to innovation that integrates the needs of people, the possibilities of technology, and the requirements for business success.' - Tim Brown, CEO, IDEO
Design Thinking gives participants an opportunity to take a look at problems from a completely different perspective. The process of design thinking allows them to look at an existing issue using creativity. IDEO started the concept of Design Thinking. The Design Thinking methodology was later promoted and practised at Stanford University. Currently top companies like Apple, Google, Microsoft, P&G, Deutsche Bank, Coca Cola, etc. have implemented Design Thinking methodology as a tool for innovation.
Why is GRIP conducted with Design Thinking research methodology?
Design Thinking aligns with Corporate Gurukul’s Learning Model i.e Know, Practise, Perform and Reflect. The entire process of Design Thinking takes a holistic and human centred approach to problem solving. It involves some serious brainstorming and the formulation of fresh ideas, which can expand the learner’s knowledge. By putting Design Thinking approach to use, participants are able to collaborate with one another to get feedback, which thereby helps in creating an invaluable experience for end users.
Who conducts Global Research Innovation Programme (GRIP)?
Global Research Innovation Programme (GRIP), is conducted by Corporate Gurukul, Singapore and delivered with Corporate Gurukul’s certified mentors and educators and research experts from National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore.
Where is GRIP conducted?
GRIP will be conducted online where student’s will interact with NUS/NTU faculty through ONLINE LIVE classes to ideate their findings of primary research, build prototypes and present their projects to NTU & NUS educators and mentors and get their Letter of Evaluation (LoE) from both the universities.
How do we know how much my child has achieved and gained after doing this programme?
GRIP is a completely hands on programme. Students work in groups and every student has assigned roles and responsibilities. NTU & NUS professors assess each student and give feedback based on their presentations. The knowledge of research methods, Design Thinking and the life skills built during the programme (team work, presentation, communication, time management, to name a few) will help the students transform and have a new approach to their decision-making skills in life.
How is the programme coordinated from school?
If a school is involved on GRIP Online process, the school assigns a dedicated coordinator (mostly student counsellor) to facilitate the process with Corporate Gurukul
What are the dates for the programme?
Kindly refer the schedule on website
What will be the timings for this programme?
Each session is of 4 hours. The sessions will be held over Saturday/ Sunday. The exact date time will be conveyed before the batch begins.
Will I be able to manage my board exams with this project?
Yes. The programme timelines are designed in a way that it does not hamper the student’s academic performance.
If I miss a session for GRIP training due to some emergency – how do I manage?
You need to inform Corporate Gurukul team in advance. If possible, the trainer will schedule a slot with you to help you catch-up. You also have to coordinate with your group mates to get updates about current progress and next steps as it is a team effort.
What are the requirements to earn all the programme completion documents?
Issuance of all certificates and the LoE will be at Corporate Gurukul’s discretion subject to:
a. The participant’s performance
b. Completion of assignments
c. 90% attendance during the academic Programme
When and how will I get all the documents?
The certificates LOEs will be issued to you after 45 working days post-completion of the internship. These completion documents are issued online.
Which certificate(s) and transcript(s) will I get after completion of this programme?
a. Certificate of Achievement from Corporate Gurukul
b. Letter of Evaluation (Transcript) from NUS
c. Letter of Evaluation (Transcript) from NTU
What is the duration of project work? Is it sufficient for students to finish the project?
The project is experiential and not theoretical. Students gather insights by interviewing real life people and come back in every session to move forward (the 5 phases of Design Thinking). Approximately 7-8 hours per week should be sufficient to successfully complete the programme.
Are we divided into groups for project work?
Yes, you will be assigned teams for project work and assignments. These teams typically consist of 4-5 members and are multidisciplinary in nature.
How are groups determined for the students?
In the introductory session, students are led through exploration of their passion and interest areas. Groups are determined based common interests.
How are the project domains assigned?
Project domains are assigned purely based on students’ interest and passion areas.
What if my passion and interest is unique and no one else is interested in that – Can I do a solo project?
Individual projects are not allowed. Group work is preferred. Most of the time common interest areas are aligned in any batch
Does anyone guide me during self-directed research?
Corporate Gurukul mentors closely monitor the progress and guide the students through self-directed research work, wherever necessary.
If my team-mates are not working – then what can I do?
You are encouraged to troubleshoot your own group challenges. You can always communicate with Corporate Gurukul mentors. Our experts are very approachable and help out students in every way to resolve any challenges.
Will I be able to manage my board exams along with this project?
Yes. The programme timelines are designed in a way that it does not hamper the student’s academic performance.
If I miss a session for GRIP training due to some emergency – how do I manage?
You need to inform the school and Corporate Gurukul team in advance. If possible, the trainer will schedule a slot with you to help you catch-up. You also have to coordinate with your group mates to get updates about current progress and next steps as it is a team effort.
How do we register?
If you are keen to apply, please sign up on our website and fill in the Application Form on the dashboard. Our team will get in touch with you for next steps.
What is the last date to pay for the ‘Programme Fee’?
The payment deadlines will be mentioned in your ‘Offer Letter’. You are eligible for the ‘Offer Letter’ only if you are selected.
About GRIP
How does this programme benefit the student?
The student:
- Conducts research in a fun and engaging way to come up with original and innovative solutions
- Gets first-hand experience in entrepreneurship and management
- Receives project guidance, feedback, evaluation and endorsement by the faculty from – National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore
- Collaborates and competes with students from different schools and countries
- Experiences university and hostel life in National University of Singapore (NUS) and cultural Innovation in Singapore
What is Design Thinking?
'Design thinking is a human-centred approach to innovation that integrates the needs of people, the possibilities of technology, and the requirements for business success.' - Tim Brown, CEO, IDEO
Design Thinking gives participants an opportunity to take a look at problems from a completely different perspective. The process of design thinking allows them to look at an existing issue using creativity. IDEO started the concept of Design Thinking. The Design Thinking methodology was later promoted and practised at Stanford University. Currently top companies like Apple, Google, Microsoft, P&G, Deutsche Bank, Coca Cola, etc. have implemented Design Thinking methodology as a tool for innovation.
Why is GRIP conducted with Design Thinking research methodology?
Design Thinking aligns with Corporate Gurukul’s Learning Model i.e Know, Practise, Perform and Reflect. The entire process of Design Thinking takes a holistic and human centred approach to problem solving. It involves some serious brainstorming and the formulation of fresh ideas, which can expand the learner’s knowledge. By putting Design Thinking approach to use, participants are able to collaborate with one another to get feedback, which thereby helps in creating an invaluable experience for end users.
Who conducts Global Research Innovation Programme (GRIP)?
Global Research Innovation Programme (GRIP), is conducted by Corporate Gurukul, Singapore and delivered with Corporate Gurukul’s certified mentors and educators and research experts from National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore.
Where is GRIP conducted?
GRIP will be conducted online where student’s will interact with NUS/NTU faculty through ONLINE LIVE classes to ideate their findings of primary research, build prototypes and present their projects to NTU & NUS educators and mentors and get their Letter of Evaluation (LoE) from both the universities.
How do we know how much my child has achieved and gained after doing this programme?
GRIP is a completely hands on programme. Students work in groups and every student has assigned roles and responsibilities. NTU & NUS professors assess each student and give feedback based on their presentations. The knowledge of research methods, Design Thinking and the life skills built during the programme (team work, presentation, communication, time management, to name a few) will help the students transform and have a new approach to their decision-making skills in life.
How is the programme coordinated from school?
If a school is involved on GRIP Online process, the school assigns a dedicated coordinator (mostly student counsellor) to facilitate the process with Corporate Gurukul
Applying for GRIP
What are the dates for the programme?
Kindly refer the schedule on website
What will be the timings for this programme?
Each session is of 4 hours. The sessions will be held over Saturday/ Sunday. The exact date time will be conveyed before the batch begins.
Will I be able to manage my board exams with this project?
Yes. The programme timelines are designed in a way that it does not hamper the student’s academic performance.
If I miss a session for GRIP training due to some emergency – how do I manage?
You need to inform Corporate Gurukul team in advance. If possible, the trainer will schedule a slot with you to help you catch-up. You also have to coordinate with your group mates to get updates about current progress and next steps as it is a team effort.
Programme Completion Documents
What are the requirements to earn all the programme completion documents?
Issuance of all certificates and the LoE will be at Corporate Gurukul’s discretion subject to:
a. The participant’s performance
b. Completion of assignments
c. 90% attendance during the academic Programme
When and how will I get all the documents?
The certificates LOEs will be issued to you after 45 working days post-completion of the internship. These completion documents are issued online.
Which certificate(s) and transcript(s) will I get after completion of this programme?
a. Certificate of Achievement from Corporate Gurukul
b. Letter of Evaluation (Transcript) from NUS
c. Letter of Evaluation (Transcript) from NTU
Project Work
What is the duration of project work? Is it sufficient for students to finish the project?
The project is experiential and not theoretical. Students gather insights by interviewing real life people and come back in every session to move forward (the 5 phases of Design Thinking). Approximately 7-8 hours per week should be sufficient to successfully complete the programme.
Are we divided into groups for project work?
Yes, you will be assigned teams for project work and assignments. These teams typically consist of 4-5 members and are multidisciplinary in nature.
How are groups determined for the students?
In the introductory session, students are led through exploration of their passion and interest areas. Groups are determined based common interests.
How are the project domains assigned?
Project domains are assigned purely based on students’ interest and passion areas.
What if my passion and interest is unique and no one else is interested in that – Can I do a solo project?
Individual projects are not allowed. Group work is preferred. Most of the time common interest areas are aligned in any batch
Does anyone guide me during self-directed research?
Corporate Gurukul mentors closely monitor the progress and guide the students through self-directed research work, wherever necessary.
If my team-mates are not working – then what can I do?
You are encouraged to troubleshoot your own group challenges. You can always communicate with Corporate Gurukul mentors. Our experts are very approachable and help out students in every way to resolve any challenges.
Will I be able to manage my board exams along with this project?
Yes. The programme timelines are designed in a way that it does not hamper the student’s academic performance.
If I miss a session for GRIP training due to some emergency – how do I manage?
You need to inform the school and Corporate Gurukul team in advance. If possible, the trainer will schedule a slot with you to help you catch-up. You also have to coordinate with your group mates to get updates about current progress and next steps as it is a team effort.
Payment
How do we register?
If you are keen to apply, please sign up on our website and fill in the Application Form on the dashboard. Our team will get in touch with you for next steps.
What is the last date to pay for the ‘Programme Fee’?
The payment deadlines will be mentioned in your ‘Offer Letter’. You are eligible for the ‘Offer Letter’ only if you are selected.