KPMG India Signs MoU with NICMAR University Pune to Strengthen CRIP Sector Education

KPMG in India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NICMAR University, Pune, a leading institution in Construction, Real Estate, Infrastructure, and Project (CRIP) sectors, to bridge the gap between academia and industry. The collaboration aims to foster innovation, enhance learning opportunities, and build a strong pipeline of future-ready professionals.

The partnership combines KPMG’s industry expertise with NICMAR’s academic excellence to create immersive learning programs that align with industry needs. The initiative will equip students and practitioners with real-world insights, hands-on experience, and leadership skills, enabling them to thrive in today’s dynamic business environment while advancing sustainability and innovation in the CRIP sectors.

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.