“Building Bridges: The Power of Industry-Academia Collaboration for a Future-Ready Workforce”
📅 Date: 22nd March 2025 (Saturday)
⏰ Time: 02:00 PM – 4:30 PM
📍 Venue: Conference Hall, Agricultural Engineering College and Research Institute, TNAU, Coimbatore
The BAIC Workshop on “Creating a Future-Ready Workforce Through Stakeholder Collaboration” was successfully conducted at Tamil Nadu Agricultural University (TNAU), Agricultural Engineering College and Research Institute, Coimbatore, in collaboration with First Job Human Capital.
One of the key highlights of the event was the insightful speech by Mr. Murali Kasinath, Chief Executive Officer, First Job Human Capital, on “Building a Collaborative Framework”.
Key Takeaways from Mr. Murali Kasinath’s Speech
✅ Importance of Industry-Academia Collaboration
🔹 Bridging the gap between education and employability by ensuring students are trained on real-world industry needs.
🔹 Encouraging internships, industry visits, and mentorship programs to provide students with hands-on experience.
✅ The Role of Open Learning Platforms
📌 Emphasized the need for students and professionals to utilize online learning platforms such as:
🔹 Coursera, edX, Udemy, NPTEL, LinkedIn Learning – To gain certifications in emerging technologies and industry-specific skills.
✅ Steps to Build a Strong Collaborative Framework
1️ Skill-Based Education Models – Focusing on practical training rather than just theoretical learning.
2️ Employer-Integrated Curriculum – Designing courses that match industry expectations and evolving job roles.
3️ Lifelong Learning Approach – Encouraging continuous upskilling and reskilling for career growth.
Special Recognitions
During his address, Mr. Kasinath took the opportunity to acknowledge key industry leaders and academic stalwarts for their significant contributions:
🔹 Dr. A. Raviraj, Ph.D – Dean (Agrl. Engg.), Agricultural Engineering College and Research Institute, TNAU
✔️ Recognized for his transformative leadership in enhancing the curriculum at TNAU.
✔️ His efforts in strengthening industry-academia partnerships have immensely benefited students.
🔹 Mr. T.V. Surya Narayanan – GM-Business Operations, SP Retail Ventures Ltd.
✔️ Highlighted for his expertise in digital transformation and customer satisfaction strategies.
✔️ Mentioned his impactful experience in Crocodile brand promotions and competitive pricing strategies.
🔹 Mr. G. Nagarajan – Senior Manager-HR, Hunter Douglas Global Group
✔️ Appreciated for his leadership in talent acquisition, HR strategy, and employee development.
✔️ Special mention of his insights on interview preparation, model resume building, and future job trends (2030).
🔹 Mr. Pon Annadurai – HR Leader (Ex-HR Head: Lucas TVS, ELGI, Sakthi Group, LMW, Precot Ltd, CRI Pumps)
✔️ Commended for his deep knowledge of stakeholder collaboration and career grooming.
✔️ His interactive session covered TNAU’s old proposed name, engineering vs. technology, and the importance of finishing schools.
Closing Thoughts
🚀 The BAIC Workshop successfully brought together industry leaders, HR professionals, and academia to explore actionable strategies for shaping a future-ready workforce.
🔹 The event served as a dynamic knowledge-sharing platform for students, HR leaders, and professionals.
🔹 Attendees gained valuable insights on digital transformation, HR best practices, and skill-based learning models.
👥 A big thank you to all the distinguished speakers, organizing committee, and participants for making this event a grand success!
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