SAP also announced a STEM education initiative that will support the training of around 2,000 teachers across India
The progressive initiatives of the government India such ad Start-Up India, Digital India and Make in India is just not possible if there is no participation of academia, private organizations and intellects. Keeping this momentum high, SAP has decided to extend its able hands in the direction of Star-Up India. So the company, in collaboration with IIT Bombay, will train teachers. To be precise, the company will partner with two different programs i.e. The Entrepreneurship Development Initiative and The ‘Train 10,000 Teachers’ Programme (T10KT – a STEM education initiative and make contribution towards pushing India towards its growth goals.
“I’m always inspired by the ambition and determination of this young generation in India,” said Bill McDermott, CEO of SAP. “I’m especially pleased that SAP is partnering with IIT Bombay to help students build sustainable career paths in this global economy. Initiatives like this one are critical to help students realize their bold dreams by bridging the classroom to the workplace.”
SAP also announced a STEM education initiative that will support the training of around 2,000 teachers across India. The teachers will be trained in science, technology, engineering subjects, and information and communication technologies. SAP has teamed up with T10KT** to work with engineering colleges in the country to enhance teaching skills in core engineering and Science subjects.
Prof. Subhasis Chaudhuri, Acting Director, IIT-Bombay stated that “IIT Bombay is committed to help improve college education in India. Our partnership with SAP will enable us to scale up this initiative and address critical unmet needs. In association with SAP, we also look forward to further enrich our entrepreneurial ecosystem. I am confident that working together, SAP and IIT Bombay can make a long-term difference.”
