NIMA, Jaipuria School of Business tie-up builds MICE industry readiness of tourism students

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NIMA and Jaipuria School of Business (JSB) have entered into an MoU to enhance career readiness of students in the tourism sector, with a focus on the MICE industry.

The MoU was officially signed on 28 May, 2025, marking a significant milestone in industry-academia collaboration. This partnership is designed to enrich student learning through an industry-aligned curriculum, hands-on internships, live projects, and expert-led workshops. The initiative also extends to faculty development and tailored training programmes, reinforcing JSB’s position as a premier management institute specialising in tourism & hospitality.

The signing ceremony was attended by distinguished dignitaries from both organisations, including Dr Rajiv R Thakur, Director General, JSB; Dr Tapan K Nayak, Dean, JSB; Gajesh Girdhar, Founder & Chairman, Governing Council, NIMA; Rakesh Arora, Founder, Coordinator, Admin, Finance & Membership, NIMA and Vikas Khanduri, Advisor, NIMA.

The MoU was formalised by Gajesh Girdhar, along with Dr Rajiv R Thakur and Dr. Tapan K. Nayak.

This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to bridge the gap between academic training and industry requirements, ensuring that graduates are future-ready for the dynamic demands of the MICE sector.