"Hi Academic Leaders,

Let’s tinker with some of your big picture ‘How might we’ (HMW) challenges."

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Curriculum Andragogy: How might we design a curriculum andragogy that fosters experiential learning and outcome-based education?

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Innovation Policy: How might we drive sustainable innovation and accelerate institutional growth across academics, research, and industry engagement?

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Industry-led R&D projects: How might we co-create industry-led R&D design projects that solve real-world challenges and enhances learning outcomes?

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Student Learning Experience: How might we redesign learner-driven experiences that spark curiosity and real-world understanding?

Have a different HMW? Share with us.
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We don’t just teach innovation. We help institutions embed it, showcase it, and scale it.

Team Design Thinking Educators.

'The 4X4-Phase Framework' - Our signature approach to smarter academia innovation capacity building.

Phase 01Let’s help you build a Pipeline with our signature FDPs + Gen AI augmented Certified Design Thinking Courses.

Phase 02Let’s launch Industry-Connected Innovation Challenges and map them to OBE rubrics.

Phase 03Let’s facilitate government funding for EDC, IEDC and Business Incubator setup.

Phase 04Let’s track impact through KPI driven project adoption, prototype conversion, tech-transfers and sustainability.

DY Patil Institute of Management Studies | 268 MBA Students | BAtch 2025

Phase 1 of 4: Reimagining Academia Innovation Capacity Building

NEP 2020 aligned FDPs + Gen AI augmented Design Thinking Certificate Courses + Industry-led Live Projects.

Thinking how to adopt new initiatives?

Well, how about a model that allows you to pilot innovation programs with measurable impact even before any financial commitment?

Our Phase-1-ZERO-RISK-Value-Engagement-Model, is especially designed just for you!

Phase 2 of 4: Industry-Connected Innovation Challenges

Real-world Business Challenges + Mentoring Sprints + D-Day showcase.

Our impact so far and counting...

Amity Innovation Incubator |
E-Cell Launch, 2017
Students

Engaged in innovation

Faculty

Members trained in andragogy

Design Projects

for Industry & Academia R&D

Internships

& Project opportunities

Wondering what's it in Phase 3 & 4? Well, it's all about Funding, Business Incubators and Sustainability.

Innovation needs to be sustained, and with Funding, the summit will become a shared mission!

Finally time to scale the summit? How do we ensure that every step inspires the next expedition?

Program Highlights for Academia

Why Should Academia Partner with us?

Partner with us to boost institutional rankings through NEP 2020-compliant innovation programs, enhance student employability via industry-led live projects, unlock government grants for EDC, IEDC, and business incubator setups.

Case Studies: Innovation in Action

Revolutionize Learning with Design Thinking + New-Tech Courses

Frequently Asked Questions for Educational Institutions

Our Design Thinking Plus (+) curriculum is built around NEP 2020 principles, emphasizing experiential, multi-disciplinary, and skill-based learning. Each module includes real-world application, technology integration (AI, Data, UX), and 3-credit alignment for core and elective offerings.

Yes. Our programs directly impact ranking parameters such as employability, research output, faculty development, innovation culture, and industry linkage. Institutions see improvement in accreditation outcomes due to our structured, outcome-focused delivery and documentation support.

We offer 2-day, hands-on FDPs that are UGC-compliant and IQAC-ready. These programs equip faculty with Design Thinking tools, real classroom implementation strategies, and micro-certification credentials. Custom FDP modules are also available for engineering, management, and design faculties.

Absolutely. Whether you're from engineering, business, arts, or science, we tailor the curriculum and projects to align with your specific academic goals and learner outcomes. Co-creation workshops are conducted to ensure contextual relevance.

Our programs go beyond classroom learning to prepare students for real-world success. Here’s how:

  • Corporate Partnerships: DTE actively partners with companies across industries to offer students the chance to work on live projects with actual business challenges.
  • Mentorship from Industry Experts: Corporate stakeholders mentor students during projects, helping them refine ideas, apply frameworks, and gain professional insights.
  • Capstone Innovation Labs: Every course culminates in a capstone project linked to real problems, often co-designed with Corporate Businesses and start-ups.
  • Portfolio Building: Students walk away with prototypes, solution decks, and project documentation they can showcase on LinkedIn and in interviews.
  • Career Visibility: Outstanding project teams are often nominated by mentors for internships, industry exposure events, or even recruitment pipelines.
  • Innovation Showcases: Institutions can co-host Design Thinking Showcases, where top student teams pitch their ideas to industry panels.

Blockchain credentials are secure, tamper-proof, and easily shareable on platforms like LinkedIn. These certifications, co-branded with global companies like Google, Meta, and Microsoft, enhance credibility and boost placement prospects.

We guide institutions in applying for grants under programs like Atal Innovation Mission, DST-NIDHI, MSME incubation support, and more. We also help with the setup of EDCs, IEDCs, and Atal Tinkering Labs, complete with documentation and mentoring.

Our industry-partnered innovation model enables students to engage with live projects, design sprints, and hackathons sponsored by corporates. Institutions can also participate in co-branded industry challenges, offering students real-world exposure, feedback from mentors, and in many cases, internship or hiring opportunities.

Start with a Zero-Risk Design Hackathon

Not sure where to begin? Run a 1-week, Zero-Risk Design Hackathon with us.

01Identify a real (HMW) challenge

02 Form a cross-functional team

03Solve problems like:

  • Team Collaboration & Tech Innovation
  • Client-Centric Experience & Delivery
  • GenAI Integration
  • Corporate Culture & Growth

04Outcomes:

  • 2–3 rapid, AI-augmented prototypes
  • Cross-team alignment + excitement
  • Actionable next steps for scaling

Ready to Transform Your Business with Human-Centered Innovation? Let's discuss your 'How Might We' challenge!

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