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Earn While You Learn (EWL)

The Earn While You Learn (EWL) program by Sri Sri University’s Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE) is a unique initiative that blends study, work, and income into a single, empowering journey. Designed to help learners gain real-world experience while pursuing their degree, the EWL model offers guaranteed monthly income through structured industry apprenticeships. Learners develop essential professional skills, gain exposure to national brands, and progress on a clear, mentored pathway toward leadership roles in the retail and service sectors.

Why Choose Earn While You Learn?

A Smarter Way to Build Your Future

Build For Leadership

A structured management-track journey designed to develop leadership skills from day one.

Degree with Real Practice

Academics and hands-on industry experience seamlessly integrated into one program.

Clear Growth Path

A transparent, step-by-step career progression that shows where you start and how you grow.

Trusted Employer Network

Learn and work with reputed national brands recognized across the retail industry.

Guided by Industry Experts

Continuous mentoring and coaching from experienced, practicing professionals.

Build For Leadership

A management-track route from day one.

Earn While You Learn

  • First private university to offer “Earn While You Learn” opportunity. Guaranteed monthly stipend
  • Guaranteed monthly stipend through apprenticeship opportunities.
  • Hands-on experience with top retail and corporate brands.
  • Industry aligned curriculum designed to meet real-world demands.
  • Enhance employability skills from the very first year.
  • Opportunity for regular employment upon successful apprenticeship completion.
  • Any student with a minimum qualification of 12th / +2 in any stream may join this programme.

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Work with 50+ Leading Retail Brands

Through EWL, students gain opportunities with top national and global employers across retail and service sectors. These brand partnerships ensure a professional, safe, and rewarding environment that bridges academics with practical learning.

Ready to Begin Your Journey?

Combine education, income, and experience with the EWL program and open doors to a brighter future. Apply today and become part of a program that builds confident, skilled, and employable leaders for tomorrow.

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Your Journey of Growth

From Classroom to Leadership

Each role transition comes with increased responsibility, exposure, and earning potential, preparing you for managerial excellence in the retail industry.

Semester 1
Foundation & Orientation
CX Associate

Begin your EWL journey with customer experience training and communication skills. Gain early exposure to retail operations through guided workshops and shadowing sessions. Learn how real business environments function while continuing your core studies.

Semester 2
Practical Retail Exposure
Sr. Sales Executive

Enter your first structured internship with a leading brand. Work in real stores or service centers, mastering customer interaction, merchandising, and daily operations. Build confidence while earning a monthly stipend and academic credits.

Semester 3
Functional Learning & Growth
Team Leader

Step up as a team coordinator, guiding small groups and assisting supervisors in achieving sales and service targets. Develop leadership habits and problem-solving skills through on-ground experience and mentor feedback.

Semester 4
Advanced Operations Role
Department Manager

Take on increased responsibility within your department — manage displays, inventory, and reporting. Learn the essentials of operations planning and people management while aligning your academic learning with business practice.

Semester 5
Leadership Internship
Store Manager

Now lead operations independently under senior supervision. Oversee staff, ensure customer satisfaction, and maintain profitability standards. You’ll be exposed to leadership dynamics, audit practices, and data-driven retail management.

Semester 6
Final Placement Readiness
Cluster Manager

Graduate as an industry-ready professional overseeing multiple stores or departments. Receive placement support, industry certification, and mentorship for transitioning into a full-time managerial career with partner brands.

Begin Your Learning Journey Today

Discover the freedom to learn from anywhere with Sri Sri University’s Open and Distance Learning (ODL) programs. Designed for working professionals, homemakers, and lifelong learners, our flexible courses help you balance education with your personal and professional goals. Start today and move closer to the career and life you aspire for.

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Address: Sri Sri Vihar, Ward No – 3, Godi Sahi,Cuttack – 754006, Odisha, India.
Email: info.cdoe@srisriuniversity.edu.in
Contact: +91 9124565303

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