The University of Management and Technology (UMT) and Educating Youth Publications (EYP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a collaborative partnership aimed at fostering academic excellence and industry linkages.

The agreement was formally signed at a ceremony attended by key representatives from both organizations. Quratulain Babur, UMT’s Director of Corporate Linkages and Placements, and Waqas Ahmed, CEO of Educating Youth Publications, represented their respective institutions in the signing of the MoU.

Under this partnership, UMT, a leading academic institution, will contribute its expertise by providing highly qualified faculty members and facilitating internship and job placement opportunities for students. Meanwhile, EYP has pledged to work closely with UMT on various initiatives to promote learning, research, and entrepreneurship, ensuring mutual growth and development.

The strategic alliance will focus on key areas, including research and innovation, skill development, and industry-academia collaborations. This two-year agreement also includes the potential for renewal, subject to mutual consensus, ensuring a long-term commitment to enhancing educational and professional opportunities for students and stakeholders alike.

Speaking on the occasion, Quratulain Babur emphasized the importance of academic and corporate collaboration, stating, “This partnership with EYP will bridge the gap between theoretical learning and practical industry exposure, enabling students to develop real-world skills.”

Echoing similar sentiments, Waqas Ahmed highlighted EYP’s commitment to fostering innovation, saying, “By joining hands with UMT, we aim to provide young minds with the resources and mentorship needed to thrive in today’s competitive world.”

The UMT-EYP collaboration marks a significant step toward strengthening industry-academia ties, driving knowledge exchange, and empowering students with enhanced learning and career opportunities.