BITS Pilani signs MoU with MSNL to train professionals

Birla Institute of Technology and Science (BITS) Pilani Work Integrated Learning Programmes (WILP) signed an MoU with MSN Laboratories (MSNL) on Tuesday to elevate educational opportunities for their Self-Directed Teams (SDTs) within the formulation units.
The collaboration aims to help their professionals in keeping pace with the rapid global pharmaceutical industry evolution and they will undergo training to operate machinery and fulfil roles within different production departments, by working closely with their senior staff members. Currently, sixty team members from MSNLs’ formulation division have been enrolled in the B.Sc. Pharmaceutical Science programme offered by BITS Pilani WILP.
Dr MSN Reddy, CMD, MSNL, said, “As the leader of this rapidly growing research-based pharmaceutical company, I deeply believe that the true strength of our success lies in our people. Engaging and nurturing internal talent is not just a principle, but also the mission of our organisation. We are committed to continuing to invest in their growth and development, ensuring that together, we reach new heights.”
Prof. G Sundar, Director, Off-Campus Programmes & Industry Engagement, BITS Pilani, said, “Considering the ever-evolving demands of the pharmaceutical industry, this strategic collaboration not only helps address the immediate need of MSNL for highly competent working professionals, but also aids them in nurturing a pool of skilled professionals over a period of time. Additionally, the flexibility provided by the programme allows participants to maintain a healthy balance between their professional commitments and time for their personal life and pursuits, which is especially even more important, considering that they are young professionals.”