On August 15, 2024, IIMS College signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dlytica to establish an academia-industry partnership. The MoU was formally signed in the presence of Ashis Parajuli, Founder/CEO, and Anuja Adhikari, HR Associate from Dlytica. This strategic partnership with Dlytica, a leading data engineering and AI company aims to enhance our students’ academic and professional experiences by providing them with valuable opportunities and industry insights. Moreover, this partnership opens up new opportunities for exciting initiatives that benefit both IIMS BCS and Dlytica.
Scope of the Academia-Industry Partnership:
Ultimately, the collaboration aims to elevate the academic experience of IIMS BCS students and foster innovation in the technology sector. On that note, the collaboration is projected to offer the following:
Align Curricula with Industry Standards
Collaborate on aligning academic curricula with industry trends and best practices, ensuring that students are equipped with the latest knowledge and skills.
Provide Hands-on Experience
Offer exclusive internship opportunities at Dlytica, allowing students to gain practical experience in real-world data engineering and AI projects.
Facilitate Student Placements
Leverage Dlytica’s extensive industry network to facilitate placements of talented students in top-tier companies.
Conduct Joint Training Programs:
Organize comprehensive training programs, workshops, and seminars led by industry experts to enhance students’ technical skills.
Promote Knowledge Sharing:
Facilitate guest lectures, webinars, and knowledge-sharing sessions between IIMS BCS faculty and Dlytica professionals.
Collaborate on Curriculum Development:
Work together to develop and refine curricula, incorporating industry insights and feedback.
Organize Industry Visits and Real-World Projects:
Provide opportunities for students to visit Dlytica’s offices and work on real-world projects.
Foster Innovation:
Encourage participation in hackathons, competitions, and innovation challenges.
Provide Career Guidance:
Offer career counseling and mentorship programs to help students make informed career decisions.
Collaborate on Capstone Projects:
Support students in undertaking capstone projects that align with industry needs.
Host Joint Events:
Organize joint conferences, seminars, and workshops to create a vibrant learning community.
A Milestone in the Collaboration
In addition, this collaboration offers BCS students a unique opportunity to engage with professionals in Data Engineering and AI. This will open up further paths for internships and enrich their academic experience. Also, the Academic Director of BCS, Mr. Rabin Thapa, shares his excitement about the collaboration. He says, “It’s encouraging to see our discussions on industry-academia collaborations materializing with this partnership with DLytica Nepal Private Limited. This is yet another milestone towards our department’s goal of establishing 20 industry collaborations by the end of 2025.”
Overall, this partnership represents a significant step forward in providing a well-rounded education that prepares our BCS students for successful careers in the digital age.
