India’s international higher education footprint received a further boost as Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies (MRIIRS) signed a landmark agreement with Coburg University of Applied Sciences and Arts, Germany, to introduce a Dual MBA Degree in Financial Management. The partnership marks Coburg University’s first formal academic collaboration with an Indian institution.
Two Degrees, Two Campuses
Under the programme structure, students will spend their first year at MRIIRS and their second year in Germany, earning two MBA degrees upon completion. Aimed at professionals with at least two years of experience, the course also includes a six-month internship in Germany to provide real-world exposure to European financial markets and industry practices.
Leaders Emphasise Global Learning and Career Mobility
Prof. Dr. Victor J. Randall of Coburg University said the collaboration brings together two institutions united by their focus on applied learning and international career readiness.
MRIIRS Vice Chancellor Dr. Sanjay Srivastava noted that the dual degree pathway aligns with the university’s mission to create globally competent graduates equipped with cross-cultural and industry-relevant skills.
Scholarships and Academic Collaboration
Students will be eligible for DAAD scholarships to help meet study and living expenses in Germany. The agreement also lays the groundwork for joint research, faculty exchange and possible expansion into undergraduate programmes.
A Growing India–Germany Education Corridor
The partnership comes at a time when India and Germany are deepening cooperation in higher education, skills development and research. Germany remains one of the top destinations for Indian students in Europe, while Indian universities are increasingly pursuing joint degrees, twinning arrangements and collaborative research with German institutions — reinforcing a robust and expanding academic bridge between the two countries.
