Early enrolment benefits amounting to ₹1,00,000/-

Project Digital Transformation

Revolutionizing Theory & Practice in Maritime and Supply Chain

Project Digital Transformation (DT) is an integral component of our Online MBA program that immerses participants in real-world projects helmed by leading corporations. This unique opportunity offers a practical avenue for the application of classroom and theoretical knowledge, ensuring all-round professional preparedness.

Students work on live projects involving the application of digital maritime technologies to companies’ business and operating interests. This initiative delves deep into the application of artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, and Industry 4.0 technologies within the maritime and supply chain domains.

The projects are carefully selected in collaboration with industry leaders, with guidance by IIT Madras faculty, industry experts, mentors, and corporate senior management. Program participants enrich their learning experiences by engaging with real-world business challenges and complexities, transforming them into future- ready corporate strategy.

Objectives

  • To provide participants with the opportunity to work on real-world maritime and supply chain challenges with leading maritime companies, under the guidance of IIT Madras Faculty, Industry Experts, and Mentors from i-maritime Consultancy
  • To help participants develop their project management, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • To prepare participants for careers in the maritime and supply chain industries

Project DT: Benefits and Opportunities

Digital Skill Enhancement

Participation in Project DT provides working professionals with a robust platform to cultivate essential skills. Through hands-on projects, participants develop their digital project development prowess, foster effective teamwork, refine communication abilities, and enhance their problem-solving acumen.

This holistic approach to skill development empowers professionals to thrive in dynamic business environments, equipping them with the competencies necessary to tackle multifaceted challenges confidently and proficiently.

Comprehensive Mentorship Structure

Project DT’s comprehensive mentorship structure, draws on the guidance from faculty members at IIT Madras across various departments, seasoned industry experts, and dedicated mentors identified by i-maritime Consultancy. Faculty members contribute academic expertise, industry experts offer invaluable real-world insights, and mentors provide personalized support throughout the project journey. This multifaceted mentorship ensures participants receive diverse perspectives and practical insights, enriching their learning experience and nurturing their growth as future leaders in digital transformation in maritime and supply chain management.

Career Preparation: Forging Pathways to Success

Participation in Project DT serves as a catalyst for careers in the maritime and supply chain sector. By engaging with real digital transformation challenges and receiving comprehensive mentorship, participants are well- prepared to embark on successful career paths post-MBA completion. The practical experience gained through Project DT enhances employability, equipping professionals with the requisite digital knowledge, skills, and insights to excel in diverse roles within these dynamic sectors. Moreover, Project DT not only prepares participants for immediate career opportunities, but also empowers them to drive innovation and positive change within the maritime and supply chain industries.

Venture Studio and Incubation Platform

Selected projects from the initiative may transition into the Venture Studio and Incubation Platform, potentially evolving into startups within the maritime and supply chain space. This startup launchpad, which is well developed at IIT Madras, provides participants with the resources, guidance, and support necessary to transform their innovative ideas into viable business ventures. By leveraging the expertise and networks cultivated during Project DT, participants can navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship with confidence, ultimately contributing to the evolution and growth of the maritime and supply chain industries through their innovative and well-guided startups.

Project DT: Program Steps

01

Project Identification

IIT Madras and i-maritime Consultancy identify potential projects with leading companies. Projects are designed to be challenging and relevant to the real-world needs of the maritime and supply chain industries.

02

Project Selection

IIT Madras and i-maritime Consultancy select the projects that are most suitable for Online MBA participants. Projects are selected based on their complexity, relevance, and potential impact.

03

Project Assignment

IIT Madras and i-maritime Consultancy assign the selected projects to groups of 4-5 program participants. Each group is also assigned a project mentor from i-maritime consultancy and a faculty mentor from IIT Madras.

04

Project Execution

Program participants will work on their projects for 10-12 weeks. During this time, they will meet with their company mentors and faculty mentors on a regular basis to discuss progress and get feedback. Participants will also be expected to conduct research, gather data, and develop and implement solutions to the problems that they have identified.

05

Project Delivery

At the end of the project, participants will be required to submit a final report and presentation to their company mentors, faculty mentors, and the course instructor. The report and presentation should summarize the findings of the project and outline the recommendations for improvement.

06

Project Review

The company mentors, faculty mentors, and course instructor will review the final reports and presentations. The projects will be evaluated based on their impact, feasibility, and presentation quality.

07

Project Completion

Once the projects have been reviewed and evaluated, the course instructor will announce the final grades. Participants will also be required to submit a project reflection paper, in which they discuss their learnings and experiences from the project.