We bring Swiss Vocational Education and Training to the World
SkillSonics is an international provider of apprenticeship training and professional skill development based on the Swiss dual-track VET system. SkillSonics implements training programs for apprentices, trainers, examiners and vocational education experts throughout the world.
- Swiss VET System
- Professional skill development
Apprenticeship training has a long-standing tradition in Switzerland. Today, VET is the predominant form of high school education in Switzerland. About 65% of Swiss youth are in a VET program. Most VET courses are offered through the company-based dual-track system, so-called because there are two places of learning -- a vocational school for general education and a host company for the practical training.
SkillSonics offers introductory to advanced courses based on industry-proven Swiss know-how and methods. We do not adopt ‘a-one-size-fits-all’ approach but one tailored to customer needs and labor market demands. SkillSonics aligns with local education and training systems in the design and implementation of its programs. We collaborate with top labor market organizations, institutes and companies active in apprenticeship training and skills development. Currently, SkillSonics has 32 courseware design, delivery and assessment experts, trainers, project coordinators and management staff in Switzerland and India.
- Mission
- History
- Milestones
SkillSonics implements top-quality vocational education and training based on Swiss know-how and methods at companies, training institutes and public organizations, to address the global need for skilled labor and enhance the competitiveness and productivity of the private sector.
The Swiss Vocational Education and Training Initiative India (SVETII) was launched as a pilot project in 2008 by the Swiss-Indian Chamber of Commerce (SICC) in cooperation with Swissmem and the Swiss Federal Institute for Vocational Education and Training (SFIVET) to address the growing need for skilled professionals in India and beyond. SkillSonics was established to scale up the SVETII pilot project after its successful completion in 2011.
Our journey in a nutshell
- Partners
SkillSonics works locally and internationally with labor organizations, industry associations, training institutes, government bodies and other organizations active in skill development to provide state-of-the-art training programs.
Leadership
Our team consists of industry experts who bring a unique perspective to each client.
Prasenjit Kundu
CEO, SkillSonics India Pvt. Ltd

Ken Duncan
Ken Duncan has over twenty years’ experience of managing vocational education and training programmes
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Ken Duncan
Co-Founder, CEO and Board Member SkillSonics South Africa Pty Ltd

Serena Kern-Libera
Serena Kern-Libera is a multi-talented law professional, social entrepreneur and artist.
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Serena Kern-Libera
Board Member SkillSonics International AG
Franz Probst
Founder & Chairman SkillSonics International AG & SkillSonics India Pvt. Ltd, Board Member SkillSonics South Africa Pty Ltd

Simon Bazalgette
Simon is often described by media commentators as the most influential figure in...
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Simon Bazalgette
Board Member SkillSonics International AG, Chairman SkillSonics South Africa Pty Ltd
Ravi Uppal
Advisory Board Member SkillSonics

Sonja Studer
Sonja studied Environmental Science at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH).
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Sonja Studer
Advisory Board Member SkillSonics

Iwona Swietlik
Iwona is a communication specialist with expertise in the field of sustainability.
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Iwona Swietlik
Advisory Board Member SkillSonics

Lakshmi Narayan
Lakshmi Narayan is Chairman of WABCO India Ltd., a leading global supplier of technologies...
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Lakshmi Narayan
Advisory Board Member SkillSonics
Marcel Pawlicek
Advisory Board Member SkillSonics

Dr. Pankaj Aggarwal
Pankaj Agarwal is a cleantech expert, entrepreneur and investor with over 20 years...
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Dr. Pankaj Aggarwal
Advisory Board Member SkillSonics

G.P. Chandrakumar
Co-founder and Co-Chairman of SkillSonics India Pvt. Ltd, worked for 25 years in the....
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G.P. Chandrakumar
Co-Founder & Co-Chairman SkillSonics India Pvt. Ltd