EY and Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC) have joined hands to strengthen opportunities for students through a greater focus on industry exposure, professional development, innovation and future-ready skills.
The collaboration brings together EY’s global expertise in consulting, technology, strategy and business transformation with SRCC’s longstanding academic strength in commerce, economics and management. The partnership is expected to create a stronger bridge between classroom learning and the evolving demands of the professional world.
As businesses rapidly adapt to artificial intelligence, data-driven decision-making and advanced technologies, students are increasingly required to develop skills that extend beyond conventional academic knowledge. The collaboration is positioned to support this transition by encouraging students to understand emerging business trends and develop capabilities relevant to the modern economy.
Building Skills for a Changing Business Landscape
EY operates through a globally connected network spanning more than 150 countries and territories, providing services across assurance, consulting, tax, strategy and transactions. Its work increasingly incorporates data, artificial intelligence and advanced technology to help organisations respond to complex business challenges.
The association with SRCC provides an opportunity to bring aspects of this global professional ecosystem closer to students. Exposure to industry perspectives can help young professionals better understand how businesses operate, how technology is reshaping organisations and how emerging challenges are influencing decision-making.
For students pursuing commerce, economics and management, such engagement can be particularly valuable as employers increasingly seek candidates who can combine strong academic foundations with analytical thinking, technological awareness, communication abilities and practical problem-solving skills.
The collaboration also reflects the growing importance of partnerships between leading educational institutions and industry organisations in preparing students for a competitive employment environment.
SRCC Marks a Historic Centenary Year
The partnership comes as SRCC celebrates its centenary year in 2026. Established in 1926 by industrialist and philanthropist Sir Shri Ram, the institution has developed into one of India’s most recognised centres for higher education in commerce, economics and management.
SRCC has consistently featured among the country’s leading commerce colleges in prominent higher-education surveys. The institution received an ‘A+’ grade from the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) during its first accreditation cycle in 2016 and achieved an ‘A++’ grade in the second cycle in 2022.
The college’s centenary milestone provides an important backdrop to its continuing efforts to expand academic excellence and strengthen its engagement with the wider professional ecosystem.
Connecting Academic Excellence With Industry Experience
SRCC’s educational approach places emphasis on the holistic development of students, covering curricular, co-curricular and extracurricular activities. The institution’s vision, “SRCC – A College of Global Choice,” reflects its ambition to prepare students for increasingly international and interconnected professional environments.
Collaboration with a global organisation such as EY can further complement this approach by giving students access to perspectives shaped by international markets, multidisciplinary teams and evolving business practices.
The partnership is also significant at a time when employers are placing greater emphasis on adaptable talent. Artificial intelligence, automation, digital transformation and data analytics are changing traditional job roles across sectors, making continuous learning and interdisciplinary capabilities increasingly important.
Creating Opportunities for Innovation and Leadership
Beyond employability, the collaboration is expected to support a broader culture of innovation and leadership among students. Interaction with industry professionals can help students gain insights into real-world challenges while encouraging them to explore practical solutions.
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Such initiatives can also help students develop confidence in navigating complex professional situations. Learning from experienced practitioners can complement theoretical concepts taught in classrooms and offer a clearer understanding of how academic knowledge is applied in real business environments.
For EY, engagement with leading academic institutions can strengthen connections with emerging talent while supporting the development of skills needed for the future workforce. For SRCC, the collaboration can reinforce its commitment to providing students with opportunities that extend beyond traditional academic boundaries.
Strengthening India’s Future Talent Pipeline
The partnership reflects a wider shift in higher education, where universities and colleges are increasingly working with industry to make learning more relevant to changing economic and technological realities.
India’s growing digital economy and expanding technology ecosystem are creating demand for professionals who can combine domain knowledge with digital capabilities. Building these skills at the higher-education level can help students become better prepared for emerging opportunities in India and international markets.
With EY’s global professional expertise and SRCC’s academic legacy coming together, the collaboration has the potential to create a meaningful platform for students seeking to build careers in business, finance, economics, consulting, technology and related fields.
As SRCC enters its 100th year, the association also underlines the institution’s continuing effort to evolve with the changing needs of students and industry. The focus remains on developing capable, confident and globally oriented graduates who can contribute to India’s economic and professional future.
Overall, the EY-SRCC collaboration represents an important step towards bringing academic learning and industry experience closer together while supporting the development of future-ready talent.
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