NMIMS’ School of Business Management gets international accreditation

NEW DELHI: The NMIMS School of Business Management (SBM) in Mumbai has achieved EQUIS accreditation. The accolade is reserved for the world's top B-schools that demonstrate exceptional academic standards and overall quality. The Pravin Dalal School of Entrepreneurship and Family Business Management, an initiative of SBM, has also received this accreditation.

As per the institute, SBM is the first university-embedded business school in India to achieve this accreditation, making it the seventh B-school accredited by EQUIS and only the second private institution to receive such recognition.

Ramesh Bhat, vice-chancellor of NMIMS University, remarked, "Securing EQUIS accreditation for SBM marks a significant milestone. This recognition reflects our commitment to academic rigor, impactful research, robust industry connections, and the cultivation of socially responsible global business leaders. It paves the way for international collaborations, enhances our capacity to attract outstanding students and faculty, and solidifies SBM's status as a leader in both Indian and global business education. The EQUIS accreditation provides a framework for governance, sets clear quality benchmarks, and aligns us with international best practices. This achievement validates our ongoing efforts while motivating us toward even greater excellence."

Justin Paul, dean and provost of SBM, stated, "The EQUIS accreditation positions NMIMS School of Business Management among the elite global business schools. It underscores our commitment to providing a transformative learning experience enriched by industry partnerships and a focus on ethics and sustainability. This recognition will elevate our global standing, facilitate international collaboration, and broaden academic and career opportunities for our students."

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EQUIS accreditation

With the accreditation, SBM is getting global recognition for its practices and programmes while placing it among the leading business schools worldwide. This accreditation validates the school's dedication to continuous quality improvement and enhances access to international academic communities. It also allows SBM to benchmark its performance against global institutions, enriching the learning ecosystem for both students and faculty.

For students, the EQUIS accreditation is a strong endorsement of SBM's commitment to maintaining educational quality that meets global standards, providing enhanced learning opportunities and greater international exposure.

The accreditation process evaluated SBM across critical areas such as student quality, graduate outcomes, and industry engagement. Key strengths that contributed to this accomplishment include a rigorous admission process, a diverse student body, comprehensive academic pathways, and robust industry connections that effectively prepare students for real-world challenges. SBM's dedication to research and ethical practices was also recognized as a vital element of its educational framework.