Bhubaneswar, Nov 8: One of the premier B-Schools of India, the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Sambalpur, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Sri Sri University (SSU) to foster innovation, research, and holistic learning.

The collaboration aims to build a long-term educational and research partnership between both institutions through several joint initiatives, including workshops, research projects, publications, and vibrant student exchange programmes.

The signing ceremony was graced by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, founder of Sri Sri University, Prof. Mahadeo Prasad Jaiswal, Director, IIM Sambalpur, and Prof. Rajita Kulkarni, President, Sri Sri University.

Under this agreement, both universities will jointly organise various educational workshops, seminars, webinars and short-term courses focused on emerging domains like Data Science and its allied fields. The partnership also envisions dynamic student exchange programme, in which faculty members and academic experts from both universities will share their knowledge and deliver lectures across undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Also students will participate in collaborative academic modules and experiential learning projects, with reciprocal arrangements for accommodation and logistical support. In addition, both institutions will jointly engage in research and publication activities, applying for funding from national and international agencies and co-authoring research papers in reputed peer-reviewed journals.

Commenting on the collaboration, IIM Sambalpur Director said, “We are delighted to collaborate with Sri Sri University to foster innovation and holistic learning. This partnership reinforces our shared vision of integrating modern management education with human values and societal impact. The collaboration will focus on emerging domains such as Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Management, Stress Management, and Spirituality. Together, we aspire to nurture future leaders who are not only skilled and innovative but also grounded in ethics and compassion.”