PwC India Joins Hands with Masters’ Union

NEW DELHI:
PwC India has entered into a year-long collaboration with Masters’ Union, a new-age business school, to equip students with technical skills in emerging areas such as artificial intelligence (AI), emerging technologies, environmental, social, and governance (ESG), and healthcare among others. This alliance aims to offer students with relevant exposure and requisite skills – under the guidance of industry experts – to excel in a world where these critical areas are rapidly advancing and are primed for growth in the times to come. The collaboration aligns with PwC India’s vision of fostering a human-led, technology-enabled environment to tackle critical issues affecting businesses, communities, and the nation.

“At PwC India, we are committed to investing in the young talent of our nation, who will drive India’s growth in the years to come. A key leg of that is our collaboration with institutions like Masters’ Union, which will bolster our mission of bridging the gap between industry and academia. PwC India’s industry expertise alongside Masters’ Union’s focus on offering practical learning, can enable students with the skills and knowledge that they need for a smooth transition from campus to corporate life, and also to excel in an increasingly digital world.” stated Sanjeev Krishan, Chairperson, PwC in India.

Through this collaboration, PwC India is looking to impact the lives of more than 1,000 students through specially curated workshops, seminars, live projects, hands-on experiences led by PwC India experts, where students will gain practical insights on industries, thus bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world business challenges.

In addition to this, PwC India also plans to set up an emerging tech centre at the Masters’ Union campus, which will be designed as a community space for students and industry professionals to come together and innovate in the space of AI and other emerging technologies. This centre of innovation will focus on practical use cases in AI, including business analytics, blockchain, and digital transformation strategies.

Pratham Mittal, Founder of Masters’ Union, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “This collaboration with PwC India is a landmark moment for Masters’ Union, and will enable our students to be at the forefront of technological innovation and entrepreneurial success in the domain of Artificial Intelligence. It’s an exciting opportunity for our students to engage directly with one of the most respected firms in the world, learn from their expertise, and make meaningful contributions to industry-led research.”

This partnership aims to be a hub of innovation and learning, bridging the gap between industry and academia. PwC India anticipates a transformative impact on students, businesses, and the broader community.