21st May, Pune | India: 

Dnyaan Prasad Global University School for Hospitality and Tourism by Dr. D. Y. Patil Unitech Society has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Westin Pune Koregaon Park, a flagship property of Marriott International. This collaboration marks a significant step in bridging the gap between academic learning and real world industry experience for students pursuing diploma and degree in hospitality management. 

Under the MoU, both institutions will collaborate to provide students with structured internships, placement opportunities and hands-on industry training programs. Students will also gain first-hand exposure through on the field hotel visits for operational learning experiences. Additionally, directors and senior professionals from The Westin will visit the DPGU School for Hospitality and Tourism campus to conduct guest lectures, workshops, and training sessions, bringing valuable real-world industry insights directly into the classroom.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Somnath P. Patil, Pro-Chancellor, Dnyaan Prasad Global University by Dr. D. Y. Patil Unitech Society, said, “This collaboration with The Westin Pune Koregaon Park reflects our strong belief that meaningful education is built at the intersection of academic excellence and real-world industry exposure. By partnering with a globally respected hospitality brand like Marriott, we are creating a strong platform for our students to gain practical insights, professional discipline, and global perspectives that will shape them into future-ready hospitality leaders.”

DPGU School for Hospitality and Tourism by Dr. D.Y Patil Unitech Society has always focused on creating an environment where students learn both the theory and the practical realities of the hospitality world. This collaboration with The Westin Pune Koregaon Park takes that vision further; giving students direct exposure to internationally recognized service standards, professional work culture, and the values of diversity, inclusion, and excellence that Marriott International is known for globally.

Dr. Rohini S. Patil, Chief Operating Officer, Dnyaan Prasad Global University by Dr. D. Y. Patil Unitech Society added: “The hospitality industry thrives on people who are not just trained, but truly experienced. This MoU with The Westin is a proud moment for DPGU School for Hospitality and Tourism, it brings our students face-to-face with the finest standards of global hospitality. When industry leaders walk into our classrooms and our students walk into a Westin property, that exchange of knowledge is where real learning begins. We are confident this association will shape confident, skilled, and industry-ready graduates.”

With shared goals of nurturing talent, encouraging experiential learning, and building future hospitality leaders, this collaboration marks another milestone in DPGU School for Hospitality and Tourism’s commitment to industry-driven education and global career opportunities for students.