At NMIMS Mumbai campus, SVKM’s NIMIMS deemed-to-be University and University of Galway, Ireland have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which will prove to be game-changing in providing holistic learning opportunities and academic opportunities. This Collaboration between two institutes of significant standing is set to benefit the students of Economics, Commerce, Science, Liberal Arts, Branding & Advertising at NMIMS.

NMIMS has a firm commitment towards providing global perspective and cross-cultural experiences in the light of inter-connected world. This MoU is likely to help NMIMS achieve these goals.

The event was attended by dignitaries from both institutions and the attendees included names like Dr. Sharad Mhaiskar, Pro Vice Chancellor, NMIMS; Ms. Meena Saxena, Director, International Linkages, NMIMS, Programs and campus Heads, NMIMS; Dr. Murray Scott, Vice Dean, Internationalisation, University of Galway; Ms. Anju Singh, Senior Regional Manager- South Asia, University of Galway; Mr. Adrian Larkin, Marketing Manager, University of Galway; Ms. Sharon Allman, Marketing and Student Recruitment Officer, University of Galway; Ms. Wendy Dsouza, Senior Vice President, India & South Asia, Enterprise, Ireland & Education in Ireland, University of Galway; Mr. Ross Curran, Director, India & South Asia, Enterprise Ireland, Mr. Barry O’Driscoll, Regional Manager, Education in Ireland at Enterprise Ireland.

Delegates discussed about the Progression and Articulation arrangements so that students from both universities can avail dynamic academic opportunities. The delegates have agreed to sharing the knowledge and their rich legacy of teaching & research along with joint participation in research and innovation.

University of Galway, Ireland has been operational for 178 years since its foundation in 1845 and has rich legacy in higher education. It is a Public University placed at top three in Ireland and enjoys a rank of 259 worldwide as per QS World University Rankings. The University has earned numerous accolades due to its research-led education model.

This MoU between NMIMS and University of Galway, Ireland has opened the floodgates of educational opportunities and is an important stepping-stone for holistic development of students.

Dr. Sharad Mhaiskar, Pro-Vice Chancellor while commenting upon this milestone said, “We welcome this collaboration with the University of Galway. Both institutions have a rich legacy in higher education, and together, we wish to foster holistic learning experiences for our students while opening global vistas for them.”

Dr. Murray Scott, Vice Dean, of Internationalisation, at University of Galway said, “University of Galway is glad to form a partnership with the NMIMS University on this momentous occasion. We look forward to exploring opportunities to provide dual degree programs to students in Hospitality, Business and Economics disciplines, combining the synergies of both prestigious universities.”

About NMIMS

In 1981, Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) was established to address the growing need for management education, and it was established by Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal (SVKM). NMIMS has a mission to become a centre of excellence, one of the exemplary institutions in India and Asia and pursuing the excellence at global level by 2030. Its vision includes the lofty goal of becoming an establishment worthy of global admiration by 2030. NMIMS, in 2003, received the status of a deemed-to-be university as per Section 3 of the University Grants Act.

NMIMS has a legacy of 42 years and in this period, it has managed to place in the list of top 10 B-Schools of India. It is not only a multi-disciplinary university but also a multi-campus institution too with campuses located in Mumbai, Navi Mumbai, Indore, Shirpur, Dhule, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, and Chandigarh. NMIMS is comprised of 17 constituent schools dedicated to Management, Family Business, Engineering, Pharmacy, Architecture, Commerce, Economics, Law, Science, Liberal Arts, Design, Performing Arts, Mathematical Science, Agricultural Science, Hospitality, Management, Branding and advertising and Distance Learning. The University also boasts an impressive 13 Centres of Excellence.