TMU and Naandi Foundation Collaboration
Teerthanker Mahaveer University (TMU), through its Centre for Teaching, Learning and Development (CTLD), initiated a collaboration with the Naandi Foundation on 11 August 2026. The collaboration focused on strengthening student development, employability, and industry-oriented skills.
The initiative aimed to help students connect their academic learning with practical skills and professional requirements. It also supported TMU’s efforts to prepare students for the changing needs of the workplace.
Focus on Student Skill Development
The collaboration focused on skill-based learning and professional development. It aimed to provide students with opportunities to improve important workplace skills, including communication, digital competencies, professional behaviour, and workplace readiness.
The initiative was also designed to encourage students to gain practical experience and develop skills that align with industry expectations. Through such activities, students were expected to become more confident in applying their knowledge in real-world situations.
Key Areas of the Collaboration
Under the collaboration, TMU and Naandi Foundation explored several areas related to student development and career preparation. These included:
- Skill development and employability training
- Industry-oriented learning initiatives
- Professional and workplace readiness programmes
- Student engagement and experiential learning
- Capacity building and career development opportunities
CTLD played an important role in facilitating and coordinating relevant training and development activities under the collaboration.
Building Industry-Ready Graduates
The collaboration represented an effort to strengthen the connection between higher education and employability. TMU provided an academic learning environment, while the collaboration brought greater focus to practical skills, professional development, and workplace preparation.
The initiative was expected to create more meaningful learning opportunities for students and help them understand the skills required in professional environments. It also supported experiential learning by encouraging students to gain practical exposure alongside their academic education.
The collaboration reflected TMU’s focus on providing stude nts with education that went beyond classroom learning. By giving importance to employability and practical skills, the initiative supported the development of graduates who could adapt to evolving professional requirements.
The role of CTLD further strengthened the initiative by supporting structured learning and development activities for students.
Conclusion
The collaboration between TMU and Naandi Foundation, facilitated through CTLD on 11 August 2026, marked an important step towards strengthening student employability and skill development. The initiative focused on practical learning, professional readiness, and industry-oriented skills. It supported TMU’s vision of preparing students with the knowledge, confidence, and competencies needed for their future careers.
