IIT Patna, IIM Bodh Gaya enter into agreement for joint interdisciplinary degrees, research

NEW DELHI: Indian Institute of Technology (IIT Patna) and Indian Institute of Management (IIM Bodhgaya) have signed an agreement to strengthen their partnership in academics, research and faculty cooperation. The agreement was signed by IIM Bodh Gaya director Vinita S Sahay and IIT Patna director TN Singh on April 9.

As per the agreement, the two institutes will start joint dual degree programs to provide students with interdisciplinary expertise by combining technical and managerial skills. The collaboration also includes sharing of research facilities, joint research and strengthening research capabilities.

The agreement will be initially valid for five years and extendable thereafter. Any amendments and modifications to the agreement will be made through mutual agreement, emphasising the principles of mutual understanding and respect.

IIT Patna and IIM Bodh Gaya will also engage in joint ventures with international organisations for exchange programmes, research partnerships, and publications. Executive education programmes tailored to industry needs and collaborative efforts in placement activities are also part of the agreement.

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The collaboration between IIT Patna and IIM Bodh Gaya combines the strengths of both institutions of national importance in education and research. “By leveraging their respective strengths and resources, both institutions will make substantial contributions to education, research, and societal development,” IIT Patna said. IIT Patna academic dean, and faculty members of both the institutes were present on the occasion.