A Historic Milestone in India’s Technical Education!
On August 19, Bengaluru, BMS College of Engineering, in collaboration with itSMF India Chapter, launched India’s First Academic IT Service Management (ITSM) Program — a breakthrough moment for academia and industry collaboration.
- Over 140 students enrolled in the very first batch
- Backed by industry mentors from global leaders like HPE, Accenture,Wipro, Merck, Nestlé, Infosys, DXC Technology, Microland, Fujitsu, Happiest Minds & PeopleCert
- Designed to bridge the gap between classroom and industry, preparing students for Industry 4.0 & 5.0 with world-class ITSM practices“This is the first time in India that a private engineering college has introduced an ITSM program in collaboration with industry leaders. Our aim is to train the trainers so that knowledge is effectively percolated to students, equipping them with industry-ready skills aligned to Industry 4.0 and 5.0.”
— Dr. Bheemsha Arya, Principal, B.M.S.C.E.“This collaboration is not just about introducing a framework — it’s about shaping a new kind of graduate, one who is better prepared for the challenges and expectations of today’s digital workplace. It’s a step toward building a sustainable pipeline of talent for the IT industry.”
— Sunil Mehta, Director of itSMF India Chapter also the Director & Co-Founder of Quint Consulting ServicesWith this initiative, itSMF India Chapter will continue its endeavour to expand ITSM knowledge and collaborate with other universities across India and Asia Pacific.
Congratulations to BMSCE, itSMF mentors, faculty, alumni, and most importantly the students — for being part of this landmark achievement in India’s education journey!
If you’d like to be part of the itSMF India Chapter, collaborate with us on academic initiatives, or contribute to the future of ITSM education — reach out to us at info@itsmfindiachapter.com.
Together, let’s shape the future of IT Service Management in India.