IIM-A to establish Extension Center in UAE

Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad and BRS Ventures of UAE will establish IIM-A's first Extension Center in Dubai. The Center will begin with executive education programmes relevant to the region and will include both open learning and customised training programs.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed on Monday at the World Government Summit 2018, an annual event held in Dubai, a platform for a dialogue that brings together leaders in government for a global dialogue about governmental process and policies with a focus on the futuristic issues, technology and innovation.

The synergy is expected to benefit both organisations, besides benefiting the UAE regional business and governance. IIM-A will provide the academic and training expertise while BRS Ventures will facilitate the required support including infrastructure, industry links and logistics. Based on the feedback, IIM-A–BRS Ventures will roll out long duration programs in UAE.

"For an institute with global footprint of alumni, it is important to have a physical presence beyond the national borders. UAE has been the gateway and hub for MENA region's business connect with the world. This partnership will help IIM-A in implementing the planned activities and programs successfully," said Errol D'Souza, director of IIM-A.

"The IIM-A Extension Center will immediately benefit UAE and MENA regions' economies, public policies, executive skills and industry at large. When longer duration programs are launched, the graduating students will be entitled for preferred employment at our own diversified businesses, while they will always remain of great interest to other government and non-government businesses in UAE and internationally," said BR Shetty, chairman of BRS Ventures.