Prof Mamata N Rao, Dean, National Institute of Design (NID), Bengaluru Campus, discussed innovative educational formats to bridge academia and industry. She outlined three key formats: classroom projects aligned with industry needs, graduation projects collaborating with industry and diverse student admissions for comprehensive learning. Additionally, soft skills are honed through semester-end juries, fostering well-rounded education.
Prof GL Sivakumar Babu, Chairman, Centre for Continuing Education (CCE), Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, emphasised the need to anticipate future needs. He advocated for strengthening the system by offering skill development programmes, particularly in digital literacy, crucial in the post-COVID era. Understanding demographic requirements, strategic planning and forging partnerships are integral to this endeavour.
Dr Narayani Ramachandran, Director, SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management, Bangalore, emphasised their close collaboration with industry, boasting a stellar placement record. She said, “We embrace a diverse student body. At NMIMS Bangalore, we prioritise feedback, rectifying gaps and ensuring our graduates meet industry expectations. Internships and live projects offer practical experience and guide students toward their career paths, strengthening faculty-student connections.”
The academicians were present at the NexGen Edu Summit 2024, organised by ICFAI Foundation for Higher Education in association with BW Education, on 29 April 2024 in Bangalore.
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