The InSync Industry-Institution Connect Program, organized by InUnity – Innovation for Community in collaboration with GHRC, KDEM, and VTU, with Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management as the sponsor, successfully bridged the gap between academia and industry.
A Hub of Collaboration With over 40 institutions and 30 corporates participating, the event brought together industry leaders, academia, and policymakers from Chennai, Hyderabad, Mysore, Mangalore, and Korea, highlighting its global relevance.
Expert Insights Renowned speakers, including Sreekanth Arimanithaya (Machani Group), Sanjeev Kumar Gupta (KDEM), Senthil Indiran (Oracle Consulting), Prakrithi Shetty (TE Connectivity India), Vijay Yellapragada (EY GDS), Dr. Putturaj (SJBIT), and Johnson Tellis (Sahyadri & InUnity), shared insights on digital transformation, employability, and industry-academia collaboration.
Key Discussions The event focused on aligning education with industry needs, shared responsibility in bridging the skills gap, and strengthening industry-academia partnerships.
Key Takeaways
Employability Over Placements: Shifting focus from just securing jobs to equipping students with long-term skills.
Opportunities Beyond IT & Engineering: Exploring sectors like BFSI, Manufacturing, Pharma, and FMCG.
10x Growth Mindset: Encouraging institutions to innovate and transform rapidly.
Regional Talent Utilization: Preparing students for remote and hybrid work models.
Real-World Learning: Integrating hackathons, live projects, and case studies into curriculums.
Beyond Technical Skills: Highlighting the importance of creativity, problem-solving, and storytelling alongside technical expertise.
InUnity’s Role in Industry-Academia Integration InUnity is committed to bridging the gap by providing live industry projects, internships, startup incubation, and fostering digital transformation.
Scaling InSync Nationwide With the success of InSync, plans are in place to expand the initiative across multiple cities in India, inviting institutions, industries, and policymakers to collaborate in shaping a future-ready workforce.
A big thank you to the speakers, sponsors, and attendees for making InSync a milestone in industry-academia collaboration. Stay connected for upcoming initiatives.
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