About Us | Alzea India
October 20, 2020 2024-09-18 12:09About Us | Alzea India
About Our Brand
Stemming from Alzea France, Alzea India was born. Started as just a facilitator of internships and study trips to French nationals in India, Alzea India now is proud to be a hub for everything francophone, from providing hospitality internships to Indian students in Francophone countries, to arranging study trips, teaching French language and helping with study abroad. Facilitating a smooth, hassle free experience is what sits at the core of our values and aiming to instill the love we hold for francophonie, our only vision.
Introduction
Alzea India provides services in India and francophone countries, offering a range of opportunities, including internships primarily in the hospitality sector, French language courses. These courses encompass online pre-recorded sessions and live classes with our trained, professional, certified French language trainers. We specialize in DELF and DALF courses, as well as TEF courses.
In addition to French language services, we also facilitate study abroad in francophone countries for graduates and undergraduates, as well as study trips catering to students of all age groups.
While this encapsulates our current services, we are continually expanding and growing. We are always on the lookout for new opportunities in the dynamic world of the francophone community.
Introduction to Key Team Members
Our founder, Priyanka Agarwal, while interning in Lyon with Alzea France, made the decision to start Alzea India, and the website you scroll through today is her success story. A snippet of her with the pillars she turned this dream into reality with.
Christine DREVET
Priyanka AGRAWAL
Ketki KUMBHOJKAR
Our History
As previously stated, Alzea India stems from the idea of our founder to facilitate experiences that were missing for Indian students, seamless internships in francophone countries, culturally immersive exchanges and study trips, easier access to study abroad in France and other French speaking nations, and French language training that is not just focused on giving mere translations and learning the language but understanding its cultural roots and the places its expressions, sayings and contexts stem from.
To dive a bit deeper in the past, Priyanka Agrawal, our founder and a passionate individual, discovered Alzea through a pinned advertisement during her French courses at Alliance Française de Pune. Excited by the opportunity, she applied for a Business Development and Marketing Internship. Impressed by her MBA degree, knowledge in tourism, and strong French language skills, Mme. Christine DREVET, the Head of Alzea France, granted her the opportunity.
Initially, Priyanka's role involved mentoring French interns in India, providing them with an authentic cultural experience. As she immersed herself in this role, the idea of offering internships to Indian students in France took hold. It was during her tours with the French interns that she often received inquiries from Indians, for similar internship opportunities in France. This planted the seeds for Alzea India.
In 2011, Alzea India kickstarted it’s internship service in France by placing 10 IIHM - International Institute of Hotel Management students in the gastronomical capital. Since then, the organization has grown exponentially, sending over 800 students to fulfill their dreams of interning in France.
After achieving success in facilitating internships, Alzea India decided to grow independent and expand its wing further to all francophone countries, to offer not just internships but study abroad, study trips, language courses, etc. It has now become a bridge between ambitious Indian students and opportunities in all French speaking islands, nations, and territories.
The Alzea India story is one of passion, determination, and the belief in empowering students through international francophone opportunities. With each success story and transformative experience, Alzea India continues to pave the way for young talents to pursue their dreams across borders.
Mission & Values
Having empowered over 800 students to secure promising careers and evolve into their best selves, our relentless pursuit is now directed towards staying abreast of industry dynamics & enhancing our services. Our commitment is unwavering — to ethically serve our students, driven solely by goodwill and their best interests.
We envision Alzea India as the premier platform connecting students to transformative internships, enriching study abroad, culturally immersive study trips, and unparalleled language services extending beyond the classroom into real-life applications.
As the exclusive autonomous consultancy in our field and the sole francophone mentor in India offering such diverse services, we aim to instill the love for francophonie in students and setting them up to experience transformative exposure and emerge as confident individuals. We remain steadfastly accountable, preserving our integrity, and upholding our core values.
Core values that guide the organization
Trust
Honesty, transparency and accountability throughout the process makes us trustworthy.
Passion
Our team at Alzea India is fueled by willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty, reflecting our passion for our work.
Commitment to Students
We take a limited number of students and train and support them throughout, thus sticking true to our commitment.
Innovation
We closely analyze the hardships our students meet, and develop solutions in the form of complimentary programs, highlighting our dedication to an innovative approach.
Adaptability
We pride ourselves on our adaptability, tailoring our services to meet the unique needs of each student. At Alzea India, we customize programs, combining internships, work permits and study opportunities to match individual wishes. We design personalized career paths and seek optimal work placements, striving to align with our students' specific requests for locations or fields as closely as possible. Our ability to quickly adapt and personalize ensures each student receives a bespoke experience.
Trust
Honesty, transparency and accountability throughout the process makes us trustworthy.
Passion
Our team at Alzea India is fueled by willingness to go above and beyond the call of duty, reflecting our passion for our work.
Commitment to Students
We take a limited number of students and train and support them throughout, thus sticking true to our commitment.
Innovation
We closely analyze the hardships our students meet, and develop solutions in the form of complimentary programs, highlighting our dedication to an innovative approach.
Adaptability
We pride ourselves on our adaptability, tailoring our services to meet the unique needs of each student. At Alzea India, we customize programs, combining internships, work permits and study opportunities to match individual wishes. We design personalized career paths and seek optimal work placements, striving to align with our students' specific requests for locations or fields as closely as possible. Our ability to quickly adapt and personalize ensures each student receives a bespoke experience.
Achievements
Present - As we continue to evolve and innovate, we remain steadfast in our mission to empower students with transformative international experiences and foster cultural understanding and appreciation.
2008
Laid the foundation stone of our venture, marking the beginning of our commitment to bridging cultures and facilitating international experiences. Over the next three years, we facilitated enriching internships and work experiences in India for French students, fostering cross-cultural exchange and learning.
2011
Expanded our horizons by initiating internship programs for Indian hospitality students in France, opening doors to unparalleled learning opportunities in renowned establishments abroad.
2013
Responding to the growing demand for linguistic proficiency, we introduced complimentary French language classes and immersion programs in France for students going there for an internship.
2015
Broadened our scope by adding Mauritius to our portfolio, providing Indian hospitality students with the chance to gain invaluable experience in a vibrant and diverse setting. This milestone was accompanied by successfully managing our first cohort of 200 students, marking a significant achievement in our journey.
2018
Further diversified our offerings by including the USA, Malaysia and Thailand in our portfolio, facilitating internships for Indian hospitality students in these dynamic destinations. This period also witnessed a remarkable milestone as we surpassed the mark of 500 students served, a testament to our unwavering commitment to student success.
2019
Amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, we demonstrated resilience and responsibility by safely repatriating students to India, ensuring their well-being, and offering refunds to eligible students—a testament to our commitment to student welfare and satisfaction.
2020
Embraced digital innovation with the launch of Fluentzea online portal, providing convenient access to French language classes for hospitality students and enthusiasts worldwide, thereby breaking geographical barriers to language learning.
2021
Expanded our services beyond conventional boundaries by introducing complementary health coaching and the WildFit program into our internship curriculum, prioritizing holistic student development and well-being.
2022
Pioneered the provision of Netherlands work permit services for hospitality students, further enhancing our commitment to facilitating international career opportunities and experiences.
2023
Embarked on a transformative journey of rebranding, symbolised by a resfreshed logo and the establishment of two distinct entities— Destiny Calling, our sister company specializing in internships and work permits in non- Francophone countries, and Alzea India, our flagship brand dedicated to providing French language courses, internships, study trips and study abroad in francophone countries.
Take A Look At Our Team
Meet the heart and soul of Alzea India - our dedicated team of individuals who embody passion, expertise, and a shared commitment to excellence. They are the driving force behind the success and reputation we enjoy today. Each team member at Alzea India brings a unique set of skills and experiences, united by a common goal: to empower students, inspire growth, and make a positive impact on education. Explore the faces behind our success and discover the passion that fuels everything we do at Alzea India.
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