Universal Ai University collaborates with LTIMindtree to create an industry-oriented B. Tech. curriculum with experiential interventions
Mumbai: Universal AI, India’s first Artificial Intelligence University has partnered with LTIMindtree [NSE: LTIM, BSE: 540005], a global technology consulting and digital solutions company, to jointly commence a B. Tech. programme in AI&ML and Data Science, at their university.
Under this academia and industry partnership, Universal AI University along with LTIMindtree has introduced a cutting-edge, industry-oriented B. Tech. curriculum. This curriculum intends to make the incumbent students of Universal AI University into industry-ready professionals in 3.5 years as compared to the industry standard of 4.5 years.
Commenting on this association, Prof. Tarundeep Singh Anand, Chancellor and Founder of Universal AI University said, “We are excited to join hands with a globally reckoned leader like LTIMindtree to offer a cutting – edge B. Tech. program in AI&ML and Data Science, which will offer fast-track career mapping and growth opportunities to aspiring students. This is a quantum leap for us, as we are rapidly developing our industry-borne academic capabilities to meet the talent demand of varied industries globally by producing the right quality of talent”.
“With explosion of Data science and AI&ML deployment across several industries and related advancements, it is critical to develop capacity and scale of experts in the field. It is heartening to see that we have academic institute like Universal AI who are keen to churn out industry ready students/candidates”, said Rajeev Jain, Executive Vice President, LTIMindtree.
“We are excited to partner with Universal AI University in this effort and support them in designing the curriculum of AI&ML and Data Science learning programmes. We are confident that these courses will equip and empower students in seeking exceptional career growth opportunities”, he added.
This new curriculum has been planned in compliance with the New Education Policy (NEP). LTIMindtree will extend its expertise to conduct live projects, guest lectures, workshops, and required academic-related interventions.