in the gems & jewelry sector
The courses equipped with the AEDP are designed to allow students to have in-depth industry knowledge & hands-on expertise
This collaboration aims to bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern industry requirements
The new-age courses in JD&M, with its AEDP framework, will offer students a blend of academic rigor & industry exposure, preparing them to excel in the rapidly evolving jewelry design & manufacturing industry
In a significant step towards advancing skill-based higher education in the gems and jewelry sector, Medhavi Skills University (MSU) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International School of Gems and Jewellery (ISGJ) in Surat. To address the skill gap in the sector, the collaboration is launching industry-aligned BBA and MBA courses in Jewelry Design & Manufacturing (JD&M). The courses equipped with the Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Programme (AEDP) are designed to allow students to have in-depth industry knowledge and hands-on expertise.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Mr. Kuldip Sarma, Co-Founder & Pro-Chancellor, MSU and Mr. Kalpesh DESAI, Founder & C.E.O, ISGJ International School of Gems & Jewellery in the presence of Mr. Sajeev Kumar S, Vice President – Industry Relations, MSU and Ms. Riddhi Vachhani, Academic Director, ISGJ. The ceremony was followed by an insightful industry visit, bringing together key stakeholders, industry leaders and students from the gems and jewelry sector. The delegation gained a firsthand experience of the cutting edge advancements in the gems and jewelry manufacturing process, reinforcing the robust relationship between academia and the gems and jewelry sector.
This collaboration aims to bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern industry requirements. The new-age courses in JD&M, with the Apprenticeship Embedded Degree Programme (AEDP) framework, will offer students a blend of academic rigor and industry exposure, preparing them to excel in the rapidly evolving jewelry design and manufacturing industry.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Kuldip Sarma expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating: “As the gems and jewelry sector, with its 4.6 million-strong workforce, continues to be a key contributor to India's GDP, the need for upskilling and strengthening manpower is more critical than ever. Through the MSU-ISGJ alliance, we are creating innovative programs that integrate industry and academia to drive the sector's growth and success.”
Conveying his enthusiasm for the collaboration, Mr. Kalpesh DESAI, C.E.O and Founder, ISGJ stated: "We are thrilled to partner with MSU to launch the BBA & MBA courses in Jewelry Design & Manufacturing. This program represents a powerful fusion of ISGJ’s deep expertise in gems and jewelry craftsmanship and MSU’s forward-thinking approach to skill-based education. Together, we aim to nurture a new generation of designers and professionals who will carry forward India's rich heritage in gems and jewelry while embracing the latest industry innovations and global trends."
Dr. Sajeev Kumar, Vice President of MSU, emphasized the university's commitment to industry-academia collaboration. He stated, "This MoU marks a new chapter in MSU’s commitment to fostering innovation and skill development in emerging industries. The gems and jewelry sector has always been a significant part of India’s heritage, and with this partnership, we aim to provide our students with unparalleled learning opportunities that are both industry-relevant and future-focused."
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