Industry Collaboration
Programmes co-designed and co-delivered with Microsoft, Google, IBM, Deloitte, SAS, Grant Thornton, PwC, NSE Academy and Quick Heal — so what students learn is what industry uses.
Our approach
Industry at the Core of Learning
Industry is built into how programmes are designed, taught and assessed — not added at the end as a placement drive.
Industry-aligned curriculum
Course content is shaped with partner organisations so that it reflects current roles, tools and practices.
Practical and case-based learning
Concepts are taught through real business and technical scenarios rather than theory alone.
Expert sessions
Practitioners from partner organisations bring current industry perspective into the classroom.
Industry tools and technologies
Students work on the platforms and software used in professional environments.
Internships
Structured internships give students exposure to real workplaces during the degree.
Skill mapping
Each student's skills are mapped against the requirements of the roles they are preparing for.
Career preparation
Professional development and placement preparation run alongside academic learning.
Partners
Our Industry Collaboration Network
Industry Collaborations
Programmes delivered with an industry partner, from curriculum design to guest teaching and projects.
Industry Certifications
Globally recognised partner certifications earned alongside the degree.
Academic & Professional Associations
Memberships and professional-body pathways, such as ACCA, that extend a degree's recognition.
In the classroom
How Industry Collaboration Transforms Learning
Industry-Designed Curriculum
Learning aligned with contemporary industry requirements.
Expert Sessions
Interactions with industry professionals and domain experts.
Case-Based Learning
Real-world business scenarios and practical problem-solving.
Hands-On Training
Exposure to relevant tools, technologies and workflows.
Internships
Opportunities for practical industry exposure.
Career Preparation
Skill mapping, professional development and placement preparation.
Programmes
Industry-Integrated Programs
Every programme delivered with an industry partner. Each opens its own page with the curriculum, eligibility and fees.
PGBusiness
MBA (Applied Finance) with PwC
In collaboration with PwC
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Fee / semester
- ₹1,82,000
PGBusiness
MBA (FinTech) with NAL Academy
In collaboration with NAL Academy
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Fee / semester
- ₹1,80,000
PGBusiness
MBA (Strategic HR)
In collaboration with AON
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Fee / semester
- ₹1,69,900
PGBusiness
MBA (Data Science and Artificial Intelligence) with SAS
In collaboration with SAS
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Fee / semester
- ₹1,76,500
PGBusiness
MBA (Business Analytics) with IBM
In collaboration with IBM
- Duration
- 2 Years
- Fee / semester
- ₹1,76,500
PGComputing
MCA (AI & ML) with SAS
In collaboration with SAS
- Duration
- 2 Year
- Fee / semester
- ₹92,000
For students
What Industry Collaboration Means for Students
Industry Exposure
Understand how concepts are applied in professional environments.
Practical Skills
Work with industry-relevant tools and technologies.
Expert Guidance
Learn through interactions with industry professionals.
Professional Certifications
Access industry-linked certification opportunities.
Internship Experience
Gain exposure to real workplace environments.
Career Readiness
Build skills aligned with evolving employment requirements.
Platforms
Industry Tools & Technologies
Data & Analytics
- IBM SPSS
- SAS
- Jupyter Notebook
Programming & Development
- VS Code
- PyCharm
- Anaconda
- MySQL
Cloud & Technology
- AWS
- Cloud computing tools
Academic & Research Tools
- Turnitin
- Drillbit
- iThenticate
Learning by doing
Experiential Learning
From the first case study to the first job: each stage builds on the one before it.
Industry Case Studies
Analyse real decisions organisations have faced.Simulations
Practise in controlled, realistic environments.Live Projects
Solve problems set by industry partners.Internships
Work inside an organisation for a sustained period.Capstone Projects
Bring the programme's learning together in one substantial piece of work.Career Preparation
Convert the experience into placement readiness.
Beyond borders
International & Global Exposure
International Partnerships
Collaborations with universities and organisations abroad that open study, exchange and research opportunities.
Global Certifications
Credentials from multinational partners that are recognised by employers worldwide.
Cultural & Academic Exchange
Programmes that bring international perspectives to campus and take students beyond it.
In conversation
Industry Experts & Guest Sessions
Guest Lectures
Talks by practitioners on current practice, trends and careers in their field.
Masterclasses
Focused, hands-on sessions on specific tools, methods or problems.
Industry Panels
Conversations with leaders across sectors on how their industries are changing.
Student work
Industry Projects & Student Work
Live Industry Projects
Problems set by partner organisations and solved by student teams.
Hackathons & Challenges
Time-bound competitions that test applied skills under real constraints.
Capstone Work
Final-year projects developed with guidance from faculty and industry mentors.
Outcomes
Student Success Stories
B.Tech CSE · Year 1
From First Year to Google Gemini Ambassador Representing India
Aaradhya Gupta earned global recognition by becoming associated with Google Gemini initiatives and representing India at the One Billion Followers Summit in Dubai while still in the first year of his B.Tech program.
Early exposure & mentorship enable students to build global recognition and industry presence during their degree.
MBA Strategic HR
MBA Student Secures Internship with Lenovo Through Campus Hiring
Srishti Nishad secured a campus hiring internship with Lenovo through structured mentoring, resume development, mock interviews, and role-specific preparation, converting the opportunity confidently.
Structured placement preparation helps students confidently transition from academics to professional roles.
MBA · Year 1
First-Year MBA Student Selected for Vodafone Internship
Shreya Bajpai secured an internship with Vodafone in the first year of her MBA program - a testament to the university's focus on early industry exposure and experiential learning.
Early industry exposure through internships helps build a strong career foundation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh provides students access to an NEP-2020-aligned, career-centric education powered by an AI-augmented learning ecosystem and a smart Learning Management System (LMS). The best part is that it is "India’s first AI-augmented multidisciplinary university" and places an active focus on exclusive experiential learning through live projects, simulation labs, corporate internships, and global academic partnerships. Students also gain access to merit scholarships of up to 100% via CUCET, worth 75 Cr, specialized sports scholarships, and strong recruiter networks.
Yes, Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh is a fully recognized and accredited university established under the Uttar Pradesh State Legislature and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). The best part for its learners is that most of the professional and technical programs offered here adhere to the regulatory frameworks and approvals of statutory bodies, including the Bar Council of India (BCI) for legal studies, the Pharmacy Council of India (PCI) for pharmaceutical programs & Council of Architecture (COA) for Architecture. Moreover, the university is also a member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
Chandigarh University Uttar Pradesh offers multidisciplinary undergraduate, postgraduate, lateral, and doctoral programs across major disciplines like Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Computing, Business, Commerce & 9 more, which are Basic & Applied Sciences, Liberal Arts & Behavioural Sciences, Legal Studies, Pharmacy, Media Studies, Design, Hospitality, Architecture & Planning, Travel & Tourism. The most notable part is that its curriculum integrates AI, Machine Learning, Analytics & more.
Yes, Chandigarh University, Uttar Pradesh, is an AI-augmented multidisciplinary university, as it is designed from the ground up as India’s first AI-augmented multidisciplinary campus. Can’t be denied that artificial intelligence is deeply woven across the academic curriculum with tech-enabled pedagogy, research domains, and campus administrative workflows. From AI-enabled smart classrooms and automated adaptive learning to specialized AI and analytics laboratories, students across all disciplines learn to gain digital & AI fluency and practical exposure to modern tech tools. Moreover, students studying at CU-UP also use a smart LMS and Advanced labs and Centres of Excellence. In 2026, CU also received the “AI-First Organization" award at the Republic AI Summit & Awards.
CU-UP, home to a futuristic & AI-Augmented campus, provides facilities like ultra-modern smart classrooms, high-end computing facilities, advanced labs, SAS labs, and dedicated research zones. All of this also helps students learn efficiently & not forget about the Data Science Lab, FinTech Lab, Modern Moot Court Hall, simulated Aviation and Tourism labs & more. Students pursuing education at CU-UP also benefit from an extensive digital library, startup incubation centers like CUBE & TBI, modern sports arenas, dynamic cafeterias, and comprehensive on-campus student housing.
