A memorandum of understanding was signed between Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts & Sciences (KCLAS) and the Atal Incubation Centre – Central Coffee Research Institute – Centre for Entrepreneurship Development (AIC-CCRI-CED), recently.
The MoU establishes a framework for academic collaboration in training and research focused on the coffee sector. Under the agreement, the college students will participate in the Café Conceptor Training Program, student internship and receive hands-on entrepreneurial skill development.
The college will also host regional awareness programs while AIC-CCRI-CED supports start-up ecosystem development and joint research initiatives. This two-year agreement paves the way for management training programs and project-specific collaborations between the parties.
The MOU was signed and exchanged by Vijila Edwin Kennedy, Principal of the college and Praveen, CEO, Atal Incubation Centre, Central Coffee Research Institute, Ministry of Commerce and Industries.
Following the MOU signing, the Undergraduate Capstone Project Competition was held and provided an exciting platform for the final-year students of the School of Management (BBA & BBA International Business) to showcase innovative ideas and apply real-world business knowledge.
The event has demonstrated the capabilities of the students and uncovered the emerging talent. The competition served as a dynamic forum for students to integrate classroom learning with practical insights.
It stimulated an entrepreneurial spirit, enabling participants to not only refine their project ideas but also to develop essential presentation and communication skills. The event fostered collaboration across various tracks and allowed faculty to identify and nurture hidden talent, contributing significantly to both academic and professional growth.
Feedback from judges and industry experts highlighted the high level of innovation and commitment demonstrated by the students.
