Bridging Industry and Academia: AI, Data Science and Education | Dr. Amit Kumar Das

Bridging Industry and Academia: AI, Data Science and Education | Dr. Amit Kumar Das From Bridging Industry and Academia: AI, Data Science and Education. Professor & Dean at IEM on AI, Machine Learning careers, industry–academia gap, and building the next generation of data scientists. -------------- Guest Suggestion Form: https://forms.gle/Rmbw8Yrq6L8m3LBw8 -------------- In this episode of Bridging Ideas, we sit down with Dr. Amit Kumar Das to explore his journey, insights, and lessons from the world of Data Science and beyond. We dive into how his experiences shaped his thinking, the realities behind the profession, and what it takes to build a meaningful, impact–driven career today. Dr. Amit Kumar Das is the Professor and Dean (Industry Consultancy) at the Institute of Engineering & Management. With over 25 years of experience across the IT industry and academia, he has held leadership roles at LTIMindtree, Cognizant, and Tata Consultancy Services, bringing deep expertise in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning. Dr. Das holds a Ph.D. in Machine Learning from the University of Calcutta and is a respected researcher, author, and speaker. He has published 25+ research papers and authored several Pearson textbooks on Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Big Data, making significant contributions to both industry and engineering education. Whether you are preparing for a doctoral journey, transitioning out of corporate life, or simply interested in personal growth, this conversation is packed with reflections on discipline, decision–making, and staying grounded in the middle of pressure. Subscribe for more conversations that create space for thinking. -------------- Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. We do not intent to defame or harm any person/ brand/ product/ country/ profession mentioned in the video. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners. -------------- About our host - Sujoy Roy: To Know More, Follow Sujoy Roy On ⤵︎ LinkedIn |   / sujoys   • • • About Bridging Ideas Bridging Ideas is created for a defining moment in India’s journey. Through grounded dialogues at the intersection of technology, leadership, mindfulness and modern work, we explore ideas that shape better decisions and real-world action. Bridging Ideas isn’t here to motivate you for a moment. It’s here to help you grow for the long run. #artificialintelligence #datascience #machinelearning #careergrowth #BridgingIdeas #ai #podcast