Bounteous x Accolite Partners with Indian School of Business to Shape Next Generation of AI and Analytics Leaders
Partnership will provide students with hands-on exposure to AI and data-driven innovation through the Capstone project.
HYDERABAD, INDIA – March 19, 2026 – Bounteous x Accolite, a leading digital transformation consultancy, has announced a strategic partnership with the ISB Institute of Data Science (IIDS), a research and applied analytics & AI arm of the Indian School of Business (ISB) for the Capstone Project in its flagship Advanced Management Programme in Business Analytics (AMPBA). This collaboration bridges academic excellence and industry innovation, giving students the opportunity to work on live, high-impact projects that apply AI, machine learning, and analytics to real-world business challenges.
The Capstone Project is a critical component of the 15-month AMPBA, designed to bridge academic learning with practical application. Under ISB faculty and Bounteous mentors, participants will learn to translate analytical insights into strategic business outcomes thus developing the skills to lead in a rapidly evolving digital economy.
“We believe the future of digital transformation lies at the intersection of human insight and AI-driven innovation,” said Ketan Somani, President of Strategic Industries & Regional CEO, EMEA & APAC at Bounteous x Accolite. “Our partnership with ISB reflects the organization's commitment to co-creating the future of digital innovation. By empowering the next generation of analytics and AI professionals with real-world problem-solving experiences, we are nurturing future-ready talent that can drive meaningful impact for businesses and society.”
“The AMPBA programme is designed to prepare professionals to lead in a data-driven world. Our collaboration with Bounteous strengthens that mission,” said Prof. Manish Gangwar, Executive Director, ISB Institute of Data Science. “Through this partnership, our participants gain exposure to the innovation mindset of a global digital leader and learn how to convert analytical theory into tangible business value.”
Since its launch in 2013, IIDS’s AMPBA has grown into one of the most comprehensive executive-level programmes in analytics and AI, with over 2000 alumni across industries including IT, finance, healthcare, and consulting. The programme equips professionals with practical skills to lead data-driven strategies and drive organisational transformation through a combination of classroom sessions and technology enabled learning.
About Bounteous x Accolite
Bounteous x Accolite is a premier end-to-end digital transformation consultancy dedicated to partnering with ambitious brands to create digital solutions for today’s complex challenges and tomorrow’s opportunities. With uncompromising standards for technical and domain expertise, we deliver innovative and strategic solutions in Strategy, Analytics, Digital Engineering, Cloud, Data & AI, Experience Design, Digital Experience Platforms, and Marketing. Our Co-Innovation methodology is a unique engagement model designed to align interests and accelerate value creation. Our clients worldwide benefit from the skills and expertise of over 5,000+ expert team members across the Americas, APAC, and EMEA. By partnering with leading technology providers, we craft transformative digital experiences that enhance customer engagement and drive business success. Discover more about our impactful work and expertise by visiting www.bounteous.com and following us on X, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram.
About ISB
The Indian School of Business (ISB) is India’s highest-ranked business school and features in the top league of several global business school rankings. A vibrant pool of research-oriented resident faculty, robust academic partnerships, a thriving alumni network, the backing of an influential board, and the guidance of the industry’s thought leadership have enabled ISB to fast emerge and consolidate itself as a premier global business school that grooms future leaders for India and the world.
