IIT Bhubaneswar Introduces Blended MTech in Systems Engineering for Industry Experts

Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar has launched blended mode MTech programme in Systems Engineering designed for working industry professionals. This unique initiative aims to bridge gap between academia and industry by enabling engineers with at least three years of experience in industrial or plant settings to deepen their expertise in modern systems engineering. 

The programme builds strong foundation in understanding and analysing engineering systems through courses on system behaviour modelling, performance testing and advanced predictive techniques such as reliability engineering and statistical machine learning. It also addresses technical management side of systems engineering with dedicated course on requirements management, preparing students for diverse roles. 

Curriculum has been developed in partnership with Applied Materials India Private Limited. Adding to this, Prof C.N. Bhende, Dean, Post-Graduate & Research Programmes, IIT Bhubaneswar, said, “This programme reflects our commitment to offering flexible, high-quality education that meets the evolving needs of industry professionals. The programme is designed to empower learners with the skills necessary to drive innovation and lead complex engineering projects in their organizations.” 

Speaking about course, Sujit Jha, Senior Director, Imaging and Process Control Group at Applied Materials India, who has been instrumental in envisioning program, outlined importance of Systems Engineering in developing advanced, multi-domain technologies. He also emphasized Applied Materials’ support for academic enrichment programs that prepare students for careers in the semiconductor and allied industries.