Pearl Academy and Tech Mahindra ink MoU to launch a CoE in Bengaluru

Tech Mahindra and Pearl Academy have inked a Memorandum of Understanding. Under the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding, Pearl Academy's Bengaluru campus will host a Centre of Excellence to lead research and development in next-generation technologies, such as robotics, artificial intelligence, generative artificial intelligence, and virtual and augmented reality.

Together, Pearl Academy and Tech Mahindra aim to foster innovation and explore the expanding role of these technologies in creative education. In addition, Pearl Academy students will have the opportunity to work on intellectual properties (IPs) created within Tech Mahindra’s Makers Lab, the company’s research and development division. They will also have access to projects, internships, and employment opportunities.

Nikhil Malhotra, Global Head – Makers Lab, Tech Mahindra, said, “We are excited about our collaboration with Pearl Academy to lead innovation in creative education. We will integrate AI and advanced technologies into their curriculum and foster a tech-forward learning environment. This collaboration reflects our commitment to shaping future leaders and propelling the next wave of technological progress.”

Recognising the importance of foundational technology in shaping the future of education, this collaboration aims to effectively integrate and establish AI applications within the creative education ecosystem.

Aditi Srivastava, President of Pearl Academy, said, “This collaboration with Tech Mahindra is a significant step towards enriching our curriculum with the latest technological advancements. The Centre of Excellence (CoE) will not only enhance our students’ learning experience, but also prepare them to meet the demands of the rapidly evolving job market.”

This collaboration reinforces Pearl Academy’s commitment to integrating advanced technologies into its curriculum, providing students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in the digital age.