About itSMF India Chapter: The IT Service Management Forum (itSMF) India is part of a global community of ITSM professionals. The Chapter is dedicated to advancing IT Service Management knowledge, fostering innovation, and enabling professional growth through collaboration between industry and academia. The forum’s India office is at IIIT Campus in Electronics City, Bengaluru.
About MIT-WPU: Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU) is a prestigious world-class university in India, boasting a remarkable 43-year legacy dedicated to fostering excellence in academics. Known for its unwavering dedication to delivering top-notch education in an inspiring environment, MIT-WPU empowers students with the skills and knowledge they need to shine in this competitive world. Their expansive, lush campus is home to cutting-edge facilities and amenities that nurture the bright minds of tomorrow. However, it is not just about the impressive surroundings, their exceptional faculty and dedicated support staff create an environment where students can thrive. Life at MIT-WPU is about achieving well-rounded growth, not just academically but in every facet of your potential.
Under the agreement, itSMF India Chapter will support MIT-WPU in designing specialized ITSM aligned courses in collaboration with industry leaders. These programs will be tailored to meet the practical needs of employers, ensuring that students graduate with competencies aligned to real-world expectations.
A Train-the-Trainer program will also be conducted, enabling MIT-WPU faculty to gain industry insights and expertise, thereby preparing them to effectively deliver these courses across multiple engineering programs.
Speaking on the occasion, Prasad Khandekar, Chief Academic Officer, said: “At MIT-WPU, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and employability. This collaboration with itSMF India Chapter will enable our students to develop strong industry-oriented skills, making them future-ready professionals.”
Sunil Mehta, Board Member, itSMF India Chapter, added: “Academia-Industry collaboration is critical in today’s digital economy. Through this partnership, we aim to bridge the skills gap, empower faculty, and prepare students to excel in their careers while contributing meaningfully to the industry.”
The itSMF delegation also included key industry leaders – Dinesh Shirvaikar Gururaj Kulkarni Dr. Abhijit Sinha Ajinkya Gokhale and Prashant Dhavale Samir Bale.
A lot of support received from Vivek Joseph and Satya Mishra of PeopleCert to align to IT Service Management curriculum along with other itSMF India Chapter Mentors.
A special Thank You to the key personnel at MIT-WPU University – Dr Sidharth Chakrabarti Dr. Balaji Patil Dr. Sukhada Bhingarkar Dr. Madhuri Bhalekar Dr. Sharmishta Desai Dr. Anuradha Kanade Sumedha Sirsikar Aditi Jahagirdar AMIT SAVYANAVAR
This collaboration is expected to bring transformative benefits:
For Students: Access to industry-designed ITSM curriculam, hands-on learning, and enhanced employability.
For the University: Strengthening of academic programs with industry relevance and global recognition.
For the Industry: A steady pipeline of well-prepared graduates equipped with practical skills, ready to contribute from day one in Operations and Delivery.
The MOU signing ceremony, held at MIT-WPU’s Pune campus, marks the beginning of a long-term partnership that will redefine how academia and industry collaborate to nurture future talent.