Cormack Consultancy Group

19-20 March 2025

India Partnership Forum

Dayananda Sagar University, Bengaluru, India

Dayananda Sagar University

Agenda

  • 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 - Lunch

    14:30 - 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 remarks

    14:00 - 15:00 - Networking lunch

Meet the Speakers

  • Charles Cormack

    Chairman,

    Cormack Consultancy Group, UK

  • Aziz Boussofiane

    Director,

    Cormack Consultancy Group, UK

  • Supriya Mathew

    Vice President,

    Dayanand Sagar University, India

  • John Bunter

    Regional Director India,

    Cormac Consultancy Group, India

  • Nick Slade

    Deputy PVC International and External Affairs,

    University of Worcester, UK

  • Anzhela Stashchak

    Director for Projects

    Cormack Consultancy Group, Spain

  • Kuldeep Dagar

    Joint Secretary,

    Association of Indian Universities, India

  • Anant Chakradeo

    Pro-Vice Chancellor,

    Group Provost, MIT Group, India

  • Amit Bhatt

    Vice Chancellor, Dayananda Sagar University, India

  • Mirna Mourtada-Maarabouni

    Dean of Internationalisation & Partnerships,

    Keele University, UK

  • Sally Wheeler

    Vice-Chancellor of Birkbeck,

    University of London, UK

  • James Miller

    Principal and Vice-Chancellor,

    University of the West of Scotland, UK

  • 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.