KPMG in India and NICMAR University, Pune have entered into a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) to bridge academia and industry in the construction, real estate, infrastructure, and project (CRIP) sectors. The collaboration aims to co-create learning programs that combine academic excellence with real-world insights, nurturing a pipeline of agile, innovative, and industry-ready professionals.

This endeavour brings together KPMG in India’s deep industry expertise with NICMAR University, Pune’s academic rigour to deliver an immersive learning experience. The goal is to equip students and practitioners with the skills, mindset, and exposure that could help them thrive in today’s dynamic business landscape.

Below are the key highlights of this initiative:

• Tailored Talent Pool: Co-develop programs that align with industry needs, supporting graduates   to become not only academically sound, but also business ready.

• Integrated Learning: Offer real-world insights and hands-on experiences that blend theory with practice, accelerating career growth.

• Strategic Empowerment: Nurture leadership, innovation, and sustainability in the CRIP sectors.

Sharing her views on the same, Reena Wahi, Partner and Head of People, Performance and Culture, KPMG in India, said, “At KPMG in India, we believe that the future of work demands a new kind of talent, one that is agile, innovative, and deeply attuned to industry realities. Our collaboration with NICMAR University, Pune is a strategic step towards nurturing such talent and is part of our commitment to giving back to the ecosystem by cultivating talent with future-ready skills. We believe by using our deep industry expertise and domain knowledge to co-develop programmes, we can give students an integrated learning experience to help them thrive in the CRIP sector.”

“We are delighted to announce the signing of this MoU between NICMAR University, Pune and KPMG in India. This initiative marks a new chapter in bridging academia and industry, creating enriching opportunities in management consulting, research, and experiential learning. Together, we aspire to empower our students with real-world insights, global perspectives, and transformative learning experiences that will shape the leaders of tomorrow,” said Dr. Jonardan Koner, Professor and Dean – Career Services, International Affairs and Alumni Relations, NICMAR University, Pune.

KPMG in India and NICMAR University, Pune’s coming together reflects a broader movement in India’s education ecosystem. This initiative could shift  how institutions and corporations co-create value, preparing students not just for jobs, but for leadership in a rapidly evolving world.