Cormack Consultancy Group
19-20 March 2025
India Partnership Forum
Dayananda Sagar University, Bengaluru, India
Dayananda Sagar University
Agenda
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9:30 - 10:00 - Registration, welcome coffee
10:00 - 11:00 - Inauguration and welcome speeches
11:00 - 12:00 - Rethinking transnational education – Equitable approach to partnerships: presenting the findings of the independent research on Equitable Transnational Education in India
In the session we will talk about the general concept of equitable partnerships as well as will present the findings of the independent research on the significance of such approach for Indian universities.
12:00 - 12:30 - Coffee break
12:30 - 13:30 - The Landscape of Transnational Education: legal frameworks and practical implementation in India
The session will cover the questions of possible forms in which TNE could be implemented in India and legal regulations that apply.
13:30 - 14:30 - Lunch14:30 - 16:00 - Equitable TNE model – how does this work?
In this session the strategic meaning of equitable approach for the future of higher education will be explored.
16:00 - 18:00 - Networking High Tea and Nibles -
9:30 - 10:30 - Panel discussion "Building Fair and Equitable TNE Partnerships: Best Practices and Lessons Learnt"
The discussion will concentrate on the questions of practical implementation of Equitable TNE model along with showcasing best practices from the universities.
10:30 - 11:30 - Measuring impact: how would successful ETNE partnership look like
The session will concentrate on how to measure success in equitable TNE – sustainability of the partnership, student support and satisfaction, quality assurance, capacity building of both partners engaged, long-term impact.
11:30 - 12:30 - Coffee break
12:30 - 13:30 - Round table session “Equitable transnational education and broader internationalisation agenda in Indian universities”
The session is planned as an open discussion for the participants to share ideas on what support is needed to arrange effective and equitable international partnerships.
13:30 - 14:00 - Closing remarks14:00 - 15:00 - Networking lunch
Meet the Speakers
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Charles Cormack
Chairman,
Cormack Consultancy Group, UK
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Aziz Boussofiane
Director,
Cormack Consultancy Group, UK
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Supriya Mathew
Vice President,
Dayanand Sagar University, India
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John Bunter
Regional Director India,
Cormac Consultancy Group, India
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Nick Slade
Deputy PVC International and External Affairs,
University of Worcester, UK
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Anzhela Stashchak
Director for Projects
Cormack Consultancy Group, Spain
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Kuldeep Dagar
Joint Secretary,
Association of Indian Universities, India
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Anant Chakradeo
Pro-Vice Chancellor,
Group Provost, MIT Group, India
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Amit Bhatt
Vice Chancellor, Dayananda Sagar University, India
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Mirna Mourtada-Maarabouni
Dean of Internationalisation & Partnerships,
Keele University, UK
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Sally Wheeler
Vice-Chancellor of Birkbeck,
University of London, UK
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James Miller
Principal and Vice-Chancellor,
University of the West of Scotland, UK
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Visweswara Rao Pasupuleti
Director of International Relations and Research Collaborations,
REVA University, India
Why Attend
Successful cases
Learn from leading international and Indian experts who have created successful transnational education models. Real-life case studies will offer insights into creating just and equitable educational partnerships.
New Cooperation Horizons
Delve into the latest strategies and opportunities in line with India’s New Education Policy. This forum encourages rethinking educational cooperation to better serve diverse communities across borders.
Professional Network Growth
Meet and connect with academic leaders, policymakers, and educators from around the world. Build connections and explore collaborations for equity and inclusivity in education.