Mangaluru: In a significant step towards strengthening industry-academia collaboration, St. Aloysius (Deemed to be University), AIMIT Centre, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IBM on 3 July 2025. The agreement aims to elevate academic excellence and technical skill development in the fields of Information Technology and Management Education.

MoU Ceremony with Industry Leaders

The MoU signing ceremony was held in the presence of key representatives from both institutions. Leading the event was Dr Fr Kiran Coth, Director of the AIMIT Centre, along with Mr Jagdisha Bhat, Country Manager – Software Services, IBM. Also present were Mr Madhusudhana and Mr Jithesh, Regional Managers from IBM and Techpath respectively, as well as Dr Rajani Suresh and Dr Hemalatha N, Deans at AIMIT.

This partnership marks a commitment to provide students and faculty with access to cutting-edge software, skill development programmes, and real-world industry exposure.

Key highlights of the MoU

The agreement outlines a multifaceted collaboration that includes the following key opportunities:

  1. Academic Competency: Enhancing AIMIT’s standing in IT and management education through collaborative innovation and skill-building.

  • Industry Recognition: Positioning AIMIT as a preferred hub for technology training, sought after by academic and corporate stakeholders alike.

  • Skill Development: Facilitating hands-on experience with best-in-class IBM software for both students and faculty members.

  • Curriculum Innovation: Co-designing a progressive, industry-aligned curriculum that integrates IBM tools and technologies.

  • Industry Mentorship: Providing access to practitioners and experts from IBM and its business partners for insights into real-world applications.

  • Global Certification: Enabling participants to obtain internationally recognised certifications on IBM platforms.

    • Aligning education with industry demands

    Recognising the growing demand for IBM-certified professionals, the collaboration seeks to fill skill gaps and make graduates more industry-ready. The initiative reflects IBM and AIMIT’s shared vision to bridge the divide between academic instruction and practical expertise, especially in the domains of IT and MBA education.

    By empowering learners with the right tools and certifications, the MoU is poised to make a meaningful impact on student careers and the future of tech-driven management education in the region.