IBM & SPIT Collaboration
IBM ICE Programs at SPIT Campus
Uniqueness of IBM ICE Programs
Outcomes of IBM ICE Program
IBM & SPIT Collaboration

IBM Innovation Centre for Education (IBM ICE) is a ‘unique global initiative’ by IBM, to offer much needed applied information technology knowledge to graduating students, in various dominant and futuristic technology areas.

IBM ICE’s cutting-edge programs shall be delivered in collaboration with Sardar Patel Institute of Technology with IBM as the ‘Knowledge Partner for emerging technologies and Sardar Patel Institute of Technology acting as the Academic Partner.

IBM ICE Programs on Emerging Technologies are extremely intense and delivered through a highly interactive model in conjunction with IBM’s futuristic online delivery platform- ‘Industry-Academia Collaboration Framework’. This novel approach ensures that deep applied knowledge is delivered to students through broad-based industry alignment & interactions, leading to talent discoverability & excellence in students’ professional makeup-thus helping them to be ‘industry & future ready’.

IBM ICE Programs at SPIT Campus

Even as technology changes to keep up with the needs of a changing world, Computer Science programs are often out-of-date, and in some cases, obsolete. Students thus need significant training after employment before they can be deployed and contribute to the employer business. IBM ICE provides cutting-tech technological knowledge and Industry-specific training, with a state-of-the-art delivery model and the students are provided with the requisite knowledge and skills to thrive in a constantly-changing landscape, allowing them to bring immediate value to their employer.

IBM Innovation Centre for Education (IBM ICE) is preparing the next generation of professionals with courseware redesigned from the ground up and a state-of-the-art delivery mechanism to allow students to learn industry-relevant skills through:

• Unique world-class in-depth learning content on emerging technologies.
• Strong emphasis on Project, Labs and Case Study based learning.
• Stress on Industry aligned Curriculum & continuous Industry interaction.
• The futuristic online delivery platform- ‘Industry-Academia Collaboration
• Framework’ encourages students to Learn, Collaborate and Discover.
• Student participation in Intra-college, inter-college and global competitions.

The following IBM ICE programs shall be offered from the Academic Year 2022-23 at Sardar Patel Institute of Technology, Mumbai:

• Integrated MBA Program:
  • Specializations offered:
    • Business Analytics

Uniqueness of IBM ICE Programs

1. In-depth and applied courseware exclusively available to IBM students at Sardar Patel Institute of Technology, Mumbai.
   • The applied courseware is created exclusively for IBM ICE Students by industry experts and with inputs from IBMers from all over the world.
   • Vibrant Concurrency of Courseware.
   • The courses will be reviewed and adjusted at the periodic intervals for their concurrency.
2. In-depth training on in-demand cutting-edge technologies:
   • Next Generation ecosystem learning platform for the Institution which will benefit faculties and Students enrolled for the IBM ICE Program (comprising of Projects and connect with Industry for Internships, Jobs) shall also be made available to the faculty and students of IBM ICE Academic Partner.
3. Access to world class e-learning ecosystem platform:
   • Next Generation ecosystem learning platform for the Institution which will benefit faculties & Students enrolled for the IBM ICE Program (comprising of Projects and connect with Industry for Internships, Jobs) shall also be made available to the faculty and students of IBM ICE Academic Partner.
4. Project and Lab based learning combined with Instructor led classroom training.
   • Focus on projects and applied learning shall be offered from the very beginning. Theory courses shall be augmented by adequate project and applied work, which will help the students apply the knowledge they gain in classroom.
5. Subject Matter Experts Visits & Interaction:
   • Visits to IBM ICE Academic Partner will be planned by IBM and Subject Matter Experts to Sardar Patel Institute of Technology so that IBM ICR students can learn from their experiences and skills.
   • There will be adequate interaction planned during these visits so that it becomes an interactive learning experience for the students.
   • This shall be part of the IBM ICE’s futuristic online delivery framework–encouraging the concept of ‘Learn, Collaborate and Discover’
6. A competitive edge over other candidates in Industry & better equipped during Interviews, Internships and International Contests:
   • IBM shall organize IBM ICE Days where students learn to collaborate and compete through Technical Poster Competitions, Hackathons, Technical Paper Presentations and Project Presentations.
   • These competitions are conducted for intra-college, inter-college & inter-country.
   • Learning through collaboration and competition on IBM ICE Days.
7. Globally Recognized Digital Badge for Students from IBM in addition to the Degree offered by Sardar Patel Institute of Technology
   • The coveted IBM Digital Badge directly issued by IBM directly to all graduating students.
8. Availability of Mentors to IBM ICE Students at Sardar Patel Institute of Technology
   • Mentoring support to students for additional and expert knowledge.
9. Industry Updates:
   • Timely updates from industry mentors and from IBM’s experts shall be made available to IBM ICE students of Sardar Patel Institute of Technology.
10. Online / Offline Discussions Forums:
    • The learning will be further enhanced by providing adequately structured discussion forums against relevant topics / subjects.
11. Quality Management Systems & Practices:
    • IBM shall constantly monitor and advise in implementing global best practices at Sardar Patel Institute of Technology to ensure that the best value of learning delivered to the students.

Outcomes of IBM ICE Program

During the past decade, students who have graduated through the IBM ICE programs, have repeatedly demonstrated capabilities, skills & performance beyond industry expectation across the world.

Alumni of IBM ICE Program have brought laurels and have achieved significant success in their careers.

Our students have been successfully placed, across the industry and above prevailing industry standards.

Industry recognized our student’s skills, capabilities and as a readily deployable resource for their customer projects.

Beyond the obvious placements we have seen some remarkable outcomes such as:

• Authoring / Co Authoring technology books for IT Industry
• Applying and securing Patents
• Developing innovative products for specific industry requirements
• Implementing unique solutions across industries
• Sought after by the industry for processing in-demand technology skills
• Emergence of successful entrepreneurs