Industry Institute Interaction Cell
About the Cell
The Industry–Institute Interaction (III) Cell of the MBA Program acts as a strategic platform to bridge the gap between management education and corporate practices. The cell facilitates meaningful interaction between management students, faculty, and industry professionals to ensure that academic learning is aligned with current business trends and industry requirements.
Through structured industry engagement, the cell aims to enhance managerial
competence, leadership skills, and career readiness of MBA students.
Objectives
- To integrate practical industry exposure with MBA curriculum.
- To enhance managerial, analytical, and decision-making skills among students.
- To provide industry-oriented learning through internships, live projects, and case studies.
- To promote collaboration with corporate organizations for training, research, and consultancy.
- To prepare MBA students for leadership roles in a dynamic business environment.
Functions of the III Cell
- Organizing guest lectures, CEO talks, and expert sessions by corporate leaders and management professionals.
- Coordinating industrial visits and corporate exposure programs to manufacturing units, service organizations, banks, and start-ups.
- Facilitating summer internships, final-year projects, and live consulting projects in collaboration with industry partners.
- Encouraging industry-based case studies, simulations, and business analytics projects.
- Supporting faculty–industry interaction through FDPs, consultancy assignments, and collaborative research.
- Establishing and maintaining MoUs with corporate organizations and industry bodies.
MBA-Focused Activities
- Corporate Guest Lectures & Management Talks
- Industry-Led Workshops (Finance, HR, Marketing, Operations, Analytics)
- Industrial & Corporate Visits
- Internship & Live Project Facilitation
- Entrepreneurship & Startup Interaction Programs
- Career Development & Employability Training
- Business Plan and Case Study Competitions
Benefits to MBA Students
- Exposure to real-world business challenges and corporate culture
- Enhanced employability and managerial competencies
- Practical learning through internships and live industry projects
- Networking opportunities with industry experts, alumni, and recruiters
- Better understanding of industry expectations and career pathways
Benefits to Faculty
- Industry insights to enrich teaching and curriculum design
- Opportunities for consultancy, research, and professional growth
- Collaboration with industry experts for knowledge sharing
- Participation in management development programs and corporate training
Industry Collaboration
The III Cell collaborates with:
- Corporate organizations and multinational companies
- Banks, financial institutions, and consulting firms
- Manufacturing and service sector companies
- Startups, entrepreneurs, and MSMEs
- Professional bodies such as CII, FICCI, NHRD, and Management Associations
These partnerships support internships, placements, curriculum enhancement, and research initiatives.
Vision of IIIC
To develop industry-ready management professionals by fostering strong and sustainable industry–academia partnerships.
Mission of IIIC
- To align MBA education with evolving business and industry needs.
- To promote experiential learning through continuous industry engagement.
- To nurture leadership, innovation, and professional excellence among MBA students.
Key Outcomes
- Improved placement and internship opportunities
- Enhanced practical and analytical skills among students
- Strong industry network and corporate connect
- Continuous curriculum enrichment based on industry feedback