A delegation from Stevens Institute of Technology, USA, visited Mukesh Patel School of Technology Management & Engineering (MPSTME), NMIMS, to strengthen and expand the existing academic partnership between the two institutions. NMIMS and Stevens have an ongoing collaboration, and this visit aimed to explore new dimensions of engagement in academic programs, student exchange, faculty collaborations, and research opportunities. In addition to reinforcing technical education pathways, discussions also focused on expanding collaborations in management education, streamlining admission processes, and aligning curricula to create seamless academic transitions for students pursuing graduate studies at Stevens.
Delegation Members from Stevens Institute of Technology:
- Dr. Michael zur Muehlen – Associate Dean of Graduate Studies and Associate Professor, School of Business
- Dr. Rainer Martini – Associate Professor and Associate Dean for Graduate Studies, Schaefer School of Engineering and Science
- Ms. Bianka Salomon – Assistant Director of Graduate Admissions
- Ms. Dina Iskaros – Director of Graduate Admissions
Meeting with NMIMS Management Leadership
- Time: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
- Venue: Dean's Conference Room, MPSTME
NMIMS Representatives:
- Ms. Meena Saxena – Director, International Linkages Department, NMIMS
- Dr. Binesh Nair – Assistant Professor in Data Science, School of Business Management; Programme Chair – MBA Digital Transformation; Faculty In-Charge – International Collaboration
- Dr. Sunny Oswal – Associate Dean and Associate Professor, SOC
- Dr. Akshay Damani – Associate Dean and Associate Professor, SOC
Key Discussion Points:
- Strengthening academic pathways for NMIMS students to pursue graduate studies at Stevens.
- Streamlining admissions and expediting application processes for NMIMS applicants.
- Expanding internship and research opportunities aligned with students' academic interests.
- Exploring joint research initiatives and faculty exchange programs.
- Establishing collaborative PhD and dual-degree PhD programs.
- Enhancing merit-based scholarships and financial aid options for NMIMS students.
- Broadening collaborations beyond technical fields to include management and interdisciplinary research.
Meeting with Engineering Faculty
- Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
- Venue: Dean's Conference Room, MPSTME
NMIMS Representatives:
- Dr. Meena Saxena – Director, International Linkages Department, NMIMS
- Dr. Dhirendra Mishra – Professor in Charge of International Relations, MPSTME
- Dr. Geetha Iyer – HoD, Technology Management Department, MPSTME
- Dr. Pintu Shah – Assistant Professor, Information Technology Department, MPSTME
- Dr. Radhika Chapaneri – Assistant Professor, Artificial Intelligence Department, MPSTME
- Prof. Archana Lakhe – Assistant Professor, Data Science Department, MPSTME
- Dr. Avinash Tandle – EXTC Department, MPSTME
Key Discussion Points:
- 4+1 Program for BTech Graduates:
- Final semester internship at Stevens (January-May) as a capstone project.
- Option to pursue a Master's at Stevens after completing the Bachelor's degree at MPSTME.
- 5+1 Program for MBA Tech Graduates:
- Final semester internship at Stevens with the possibility of transitioning to a Master's program
- MBA Tech + MS Program Review:
- Discussion on reviewing existing courses for credit transfer to Stevens.
- Collaborative PhD Program:
- Exploration of joint PhD and dual-degree PhD opportunities.
- Identification of faculty interested in research collaboration.
