“GLA University is located in the northern part of India, close to the capital city, Delhi, and holds significant cultural and religious significance, as it’s associated with Lord Krishna’s birthplace. Our university’s journey began in 1998 as an educational trust aimed at providing quality education to those who lacked support from the government. Over the past 25 years, we’ve grown substantially, with 58 departments, 79 programs, and a workforce of over 1,900 employees”, shared Prof. Anurag Singh, Director – Institute of Business Management, GLA University Mathura, India at 27th Elets World Education Summit in Malaysia.
He further added, “Our campus spans 125 acres and includes state-of-the-art facilities, such as 234 ICT-enabled classrooms, 135 labs, 11 seminar halls, 19 hostels, and more. We prioritise sustainability with green practices, natural cooling in hostels, and various sports and recreational facilities.”
In terms of academic offerings, we provide 37 undergraduate programs, 24 postgraduate programs, and 18 doctoral programs. Our commitment to quality education is reflected in our consistent intake growth of 15% year on year. Our students benefit from innovative teaching methods like case discussions, flipped classrooms, experiential learning, and collaborative teaching.
We’ve aligned our curriculum with the National Education Policy 2020, emphasizing affordable, equitable, and accessible education. Our vision includes achieving an NF ranking under 50, maximum placements in Fortune 500 companies, QSWUR ranking recognition, and AACSB accreditation in the near future.
In addition to academics, we support entrepreneurship and innovation with incubation programs, seed money for student startups, and an entrepreneurial ecosystem fund. Our consultancy revenues are substantial, and several faculty members have received international recognition.
We take pride in our collaborative partnerships with renowned universities and industries worldwide. Our commitment to green practices extends to generating our electricity and maintaining nearby heritage and cultural sites.
“GLA University has come a long way in the last 25 years, and we continue to strive for excellence in education, research, and entrepreneurship”, he concluded.
