Jain (Deemed-To-Be University) and Wizcraft MIME join hands to bring Global Standards in Event Management Education

Event industry leaders, Wizcraft MIME partners with Bengaluru based Jain (Deemed-to-be University) to offer industry-recognized, cutting-edge programs in event management to train and build the next generation of event management professionals on par with international standards. This endeavor will attract teaching talent and students from across the world for the BMS, MMS and Entrepreneurship programs which will be conducted at Jain (Deemed-to-be University), Bengaluru. This program follows an international-standard curriculum with a blended model of learning and masterclasses hosted by globally-acclaimed industry leaders including internships and live project training.

With the millennials being the global drivers of change and the sky-rocketing demand for a skilled workforce, this merger brings together two pioneering leaders in the field of education and event management, with a promise of delivering top-notch training and education for the events management industry. The curriculum, designed in conjunction with global experts in events, experiential marketing, IP creation, sports and entertainment management, venue management, and digital integration, will now establish event management as a mainstream career choice for students. The objective of this initiative is to foster industry talent and provide an opportunity for education that creates a base of highly trained, committed professionals for the events and media industry in India and the world.

Chenraj Roychand, President, Jain (Deemed-to-be University) said, “We are happy to collaborate with Wizcraft MIME and bring out innovative programs that open doors to infinite ‘career opportunities’ for young talents of our country. Our university believes in providing impact driven education to its students, and in that way, we are happy to be partnering with one of India’s finest event management company."

In addition to the professional qualification, students will also receive an industry-recognized certification, supported by the Media Entertainment Skills Council (MESC). The first-of-its-kind program in the country, will host mentored internships on live projects, interaction with industry leaders and hone the students to be employment-ready with a superior caliber of productive intelligence.

Speaking on the association, Sabbas Joseph, Director, Wizcraft MIME said, Wizcraft is the region’s business pioneer and it is time to train and develop the next generation of professionals that will help carve a space for Indian Management professionals among the best in the world. It is our chance to give back and build the best-in-class professionals along with our industry colleagues. On behalf of our co-founder directors, Viraf Sarkari, Andre Timmins, and Sushma Gaikwad, I would like to place on record our faith and belief in our partners at Jain (Deemed-to-be University) and we look forward to an exciting journey.”

Adding to the association, Ashish Kulkarni, Mentor - Wizcraft MIME, Evangelist, Animator, Design and Education "Now a formal degree program in Events Management is a reality for students. This uniquely designed undergrad and even masters program will allow students to pursue careers of their choice. I congratulate Wizcraft and Jain University".

This partnership heralds the new beginnings in the realm of event management education and rolls out opportunities for those who have set their minds to make it big in the booming ₹10,000 crores event management industry.