Industry Collaborations for Career-Ready Education at CGC University

Under its groundbreaking "Study at CGC, Work in Japan" program, CGC University, Mohali, will leverage its strategic tie-ups with over 100 leading Japanese companies to actively provide its students with recruitment opportunities across a host of different sectors, such as information technology, engineering, manufacturing, healthcare, and emerging technologies.

The program will prepare students to explore career opportunities in areas like Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Information Technology, Robotics & Automation, Manufacturing, and beyond. They'll be able to do while simultaneously expecting potential packages between 15 LPA and 60 LPA.

Thanks to this strategic collaboration between EY India and CGC University, Mohali, students can now access industry-aligned learning and practical exposure, future-ready skills. professional development, and meaningful academic enrichment through industry expertise, all while enjoying significantly enhanced internships, as well as placement opportunities.

Purpose-built to serve the needs of Management and Engineering students, this particular collaboration will walk a long distance in the context of creating a powerful platform focused on quality education, research, innovation, and more, thus paving a way for the next-generation to achieve holistic growth.

CGC University, Mohali, officially entered into a strategic agreement with MongoDB to set up a state-of-the-art MongoDB Centre for AI & Data Excellence. Envisioned to aid the case of Engineering and Computer Applications' students, this facility will make it possible for you to gain hands-on experience in next-generation databases, AI-powered applications, and cloud data solutions. Apart from that, one can also expect to earn MongoDB Skill Badges over the course of their journey, badges that will hold immense value in every corner of the world. All in all, this Centre for AI & Data Excellence will give students exposure to:

• Modern MongoDB database technologies
• Cloud-based data solutions and architectures
• Vector Search and AI-powered applications
• Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG)
• AI Agents with MongoDB

CGC University, Mohali, formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Niva Bupa Insurance to set up Joint Certification Programme (3.0), where both the institutions would work in sync to help students access global skill certifications. Furthermore, the said effort will see Niva Bupa provide company-specific training for enhanced career readiness, while simultaneously delivering targeted education in the field of BFSI and health insurance.

With expert-grade and individual-focused mentorship available at every touchpoint, the entire development in question is also likely to entail valuable internship opportunities, as well as that all-important prospect of preferential hiring consideration for eligible participants. This particular piece of collaboration also makes CGC University, Mohali, the first-ever university to sign an MoU with Niva Bupa Insurance to execute such a Train & Hire model at scale.

CGC University took a powerful initiative for youth empowerment, digital skilling, and enhanced employability by establishing a Centre of Excellence (CoE) with Infosys under the Infosys Foundation Finishing School for Employability initiative. This development will maintain a steadfast emphasis on building AI-enabled skills, digital technologies, practical learning, and industry-oriented skills. More on the same would reveal how unlike other conventional skill development programmes, Infosys Foundation Finishing School will empower young individuals to become self-reliant, adaptable, and economically productive professionals, capable of navigating the rapidly evolving digital economy.

This shared effort of CGC University and Infosys Foundation aids in strengthening the ecosystem for nurturing a confident and future-ready generation.

The MBA+ program at CGC University, Mohali, is meticulously-designed to help management students develop under the tutelage of 60+ mentors. These mentors are assigned to you in a rotational model, meaning you get to explore a unique perspective every semester.

Not just that, you also enjoy paid internships that, on their part, ensure quicker ROI. As for the amount you can expect to generate, it ranges between the region of 25k and 30k on a monthly basis.

For the students of Management and Engineering, CGC University, Mohali has entered into a strategic industry collaboration with KPMG through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a distinctive Industry-Integrated Learning Hub.

CGC's academic ecosystem and KPMG's global industry expertise will create a specialised platform for students to gain exposure to industry practices, emerging technologies, and contemporary business applications.

• KPMG-certified learning modules
• Company-specific, industry-oriented curriculum
• FinTech & Digital Banking
• Data Analytics & Emerging Technologies
• Real-world business cases and industry insights
• Practical, application-oriented learning

By strategically partnering with AU Small Finance Bank, CGC University, Mohali, has officially introduced a Placement-Oriented Joint Certification Programme which builds a structured pathway from industry training to certification and employment. On a practical level, students will receive dedicated training in line with AU Small Finance Bank's ecosystem, giving them unparalleled exposure to real-world banking operations.

The transition from learning to employment becomes smooth with this transformative collaboration as the model focuses not only on knowledge acquisition but also on enhanced hiring and placement opportunities with AU Small Finance Bank

With an objective to create a specialized industry–academia ecosystem for Engineering and Management students, CGC University has formally signed an MoU with Cheema Boilers Limited (CBL), making it the first-ever academic partner of Cheema Boilers Limited in India.

As a part of the agreement, students will have access to comprehensive industrial projects, real-world assignments, internships, on-the-job training, and direct mentorship from CBL industry professionals. They'll also gain exposure to manufacturing and engineering operations, along with Pre-Placement Offer (PPO) opportunities.

By unveiling Tricity's very first Bosch India BRIDGE Centre, CGC University took a major step forward in industry–academia collaboration and skill-based education. Under the agreement, Bosch India's industry expertise, advanced training methodologies, and workplace-oriented learning would come together under one roof, complemented by industrial certification and enhanced employability.

The centre is also built to manufacture a direct bridge between vocational education and employment. We get to say so because of its tendency to deliver hands-on-training from skilled Bosch trainers, industry-grade training, and certifications. Marking a first in the tricity region, this facility extends CGC University, Mohali's track record of delivering trail-blazing experience for the next generation.

Owing to CGC University, Mohali's partnership with Haier, a global leader in smart technologies and innovation, students can explore global technology perspectives and contemporary industry practices.

Haier Smart Campus Partnership will assist in actively promoting innovation and technology-led learning. This makes the campus' ecosystem modern and future-ready, allowing students to get exposure to smart technologies and emerging solutions. Furthermore, this smart collaboration reinforces CGC's legacy of providing industry-integrated education, innovation, and future-ready learning to transform students into trailblazers of tomorrow.

The placement reality at CGC University, Mohali, went up a notch through the institution's strategic industrial collaboration with Cognavi India. It is envisioned to build a stronger industry-academia relationship along with creating brand-new avenues for career development and global exposure. With access to technical experts and industry professionals, students can learn meaningful knowledge about emerging technologies, industry trends, innovation, and evolving career landscapes. There is a certain degree of focus on networking that assists in building professional connections and gaining industry insights.

As a result, this initiative by CGC University, Mohali, should help individuals understand real-world technology trends rather than relying on conventional academic norms.

CGC University, Mohali, signed off on a collaboration with Ericsson to launch a state-of-the-art EricssonEdge Academia program, which happens to unlock, for Engineering students, a far-reaching assortment of global certifications, industry-recognised learning, and enhanced placement opportunities through direct engagement with Ericsson's technology ecosystem and domain expertise.

Not just that, the initiative in question will also set things in motion for aspirants to access exclusive Ericsson learning modules. Furthermore, there will be a pathway available for you to build and benchmark your skills through industry assessments. The collaboration also allows for an important degree of exposure to emerging communication and digital technologies, empowering students to build a thriving career in next-generation technology.

Through collaboration with Honeywell, CGC University has established a dedicated Centre of Excellence (CoE) for Women Empowerment, an exclusive platform to advance women's participation, skills, and career opportunities in Technology and Engineering.

Empowering underprivileged female students, the said centre aims to provide industry-oriented training, research & innovation opportunities, globally recognized joint certification, placement programs, and much more.

Consequently, this dedicated empowerment ecosystem enables talented young women to build industry-relevant expertise, professional confidence, and stronger pathways towards meaningful careers.

To combine academic knowledge with globally relevant certifications, CGC University, Mohali, has now officially established the Imarticus Centre of Excellence (CoE). The Imarticus CoE will essentially pack together a powerful mix of live projects, internships, expert mentorship, SkillHub access, ILNET career benchmarking, and hands-on exposure to business, finance, data science, and cybersecurity. Apart from that, students also gain global certifications like ACCA, CFA, CMA, FRM, and CPA, backed by industry-focused skill development and placement preparation.

All in all, this collaboration plays a vital role in consolidating CGC University's commitment to creating a learning environment where career-focused, industry-relevant, and practical skills are given priority to help students compete in the evolving global business landscape.

As a landmark step towards enhancing international employability, CGC University, Mohali, has now joined hands with Mosaique Pvt. Ltd. This partnership opens doors to a global career pathway for aspiring students by infusing Japanese language proficiency, cultural intelligence, industry-oriented skills, and workplace readiness.

The main idea is to create an integrated Global Career Readiness ecosystem where students are not only skilled in language but are also well-trained in professional culture, workplace expectations, and behavioural competencies, elements absolutely crucial for building a career in international markets.

While helping students expand their professional horizons beyond domestic opportunities, Mosaique, the collaboration also strengthens CGC University, Mohali's commitment to create world-class talent, as well as the opportunities to go with it.

CGC University has been proudly established as a National Nodal Centre and Strategic Business Partner for conducting Odoo's national-level events, business challenges, hackathons, and talent engagements. As a result, students at CGC will now get to demonstrate their skills before industry and also access potential employment pathways. In fact, as a National Nodal Centre, CGC will also fully sponsor national events, business challenges, innovation competitions, and 24-hour Odoo hackathons that offer expert-led training, real-world problem-solving, industry interaction, and national visibility, with prize pools worth lakhs.

Furthermore, top performers are likely to gain talent recognition, project exposure, placement, and career opportunities through direct engagement with industry leaders.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between CGC University, Mohali, and Virtusa Consulting Pvt. Ltd. to create an environment that can actively strengthen practical skills, professional competencies, as well as foster industry readiness among students and faculty. By working with industry experts and participating in live capstone projects, students across UG and PG programs at CGC University, Mohali, can seamlessly learn about real-world industry challenges.

Hold on, there is more. You see, participants also stand to benefit from a revolutionary skill development program focused on technical, interpersonal, and professional skills. After all, when students learn how to apply academic knowledge in real life, they understand the professional world better and become capable of building a successful career.

CGC University, Mohali, confirmed a strategic partnership with eClerx to establish a dedicated co-branded Centre of Excellence within our campus. This particular facility will, in essence, tread up a long way to prepare Management students for high-growth careers in Financial Markets and Financial Services. As for how it will do so, the answer revolves around bringing in eClerx's extensive financial expertise to give students a better understanding of elements like:

• Investment Banking
• Financial Assets
• Market Securities
• Financial Risk Management

In case that wasn't enough, every single aspirant will also receive specialized and role-specific training, meant to prepare them for a career of their choice.