The Department of International Linkages at NMIMS University had the privilege of hosting Professor Alp Atakan, Head of the Economics School, and Professor Sujoy Mukerji, Director of Postgraduate Studies, from Queen Mary University of London (QMUL), UK. The discussions were highly engaging and outcome-driven, focusing on expanding collaborations in Economics and Finance.
The meeting was attended by: Prof. Amita Vaidya, Director, Prof Mohd Imran Khan - School of Economics, Dr. Raj Sulochana, Head of Department, Economics- SBM , Ms. Shweta Patil, Department of International Linkages, from NMIMS University and Mr. Abhishek Boral, Senior Recruitment Advisor – South Asia, QMUL
Key Outcomes:
✅ Twinning Master’s Program: NMIMS UG students can transition into QMUL’s Master’s by Research in their fourth year, earning an Honors degree.
✅ Dual Degree MBA + MSc in Finance: A seamless pathway for students to gain expertise from both institutions.
✅ Collaborative PhD Program: NMIMS PhD students will have the opportunity to spend a year at QMUL, working closely with their mentors.
✅ Joint Research Initiatives: Faculty from both institutions identified overlapping research interests, paving the way for impactful collaborations.
This meeting exemplified how academia and administration, when aligned, can create transformative opportunities. Looking forward to a strong and dynamic partnership between NMIMS & QMUL!