Novo Nordisk Global Business Services has signed a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for academic cooperation in healthcare with BITS Pilani. This is the third academic collaboration in the last one year after Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) and IIIT Bangalore, this MoU will mark yet another step for Novo Nordisk for co-creation and ideation between students and Novo Nordisk employees.
As part of the partnership, both organisations will collaborate on a range of activities, including hackathons, case competitions, guest lectures, educational programs, internships, placements, employee development, branding initiatives, innovation projects, research collaborations, and corporate social responsibility endeavours. BITS will provide Novo Nordisk with the necessary resources and support to conduct campus engagement initiatives while keeping them informed of relevant activities and themes.
Speaking on the collaboration, John Dawber, Corporate Vice President & Managing Director, Novo Nordisk Global Business Services, said, “This collaboration with BITS Pilani is a strategic learning partnership that empowers our healthcare workforce and drives innovation and progress in the industry. It reflects our dedication to enhancing knowledge, nurturing talent, and creating a healthier tomorrow.”
Commenting on the collaboration, Professor Ramgopal Rao, Vice Chancellor, BITS Pilani said, “The MoU marks a significant step in bridging the gap between academia and industry. By collaborating with Novo Nordisk, we’re providing our students with invaluable, real-world skills development opportunities, directly enhancing their employability in the pharma and healthcare sector. This will also provide opportunities for Novo Nordisk employees to upgrade their skills through our academic programs. Together, we commit ourselves to building a collaborative environment for the betterment of both our students and our industry in our shared goal of academic and professional excellence.”
Prof Suman Kundu, Director, BITS Pilani, K. K. Birla Goa Campus further added, “Our partnership with Novo Nordisk will enable us to overcome the industry standards and requisite skills mismatch. This is a milestone collaboration in our endeavour to enable comprehensive learning for the student community along with providing them with rewarding placements.”