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Veranda Learning Solutions Partners with IIM Raipur & SHRM To Launch Online EPGP HR (Online MBA)

Mumbai : IIM Raipur is collaborating with Veranda Learning Solutions Limited (“Veranda”), a public listed Education company (BSE: 543514, NSE: VERANDA), represented by its brand Edureka, and the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) to launch an Executive Post Graduate Programme (online MBA) in HR Management. The two-year master’s degree programme will be offered in a blended mode via a combination of live synchronous sessions delivered on devices and face-to-face classes organized at the campus.

The Programme is exclusively designed for working professionals who are already part of Human Resources or desiring to make a career transition to HR roles. The objective of the programme is to impart comprehensive and contemporary education on people strategies and HR competencies to practitioners, aspiring HR professionals, and entrepreneurs who are seeking to develop and demonstrate capabilities relevant to the present-day demands of the businesses.

The Programme is uniquely designed with structured academic curriculum to be taught by the Experienced IIM Faculty. SHRM will work with Veranda to structure Masterclasses with CHRO & Senior HR Practitioners based on the Global Competency Framework of SHRM. To top that, professionals going through this course will also get Personalised career coaching & mentoring and support for career transitions to ensure strong outcomes.

Speaking on the association Prof Ram Kumar Kakani – Director IIM Raipur said, “We at IIM Raipur have created a niche with our Industry partnerships. This course is another step in that direction. We are looking forward to an excellent learning experience for our learners in partnership with SHRM & Veranda.”

Achal Khanna, CEO SHRM India, APAC & MENA commented, “SHRM is committed to elevate the HR profession. We feel this course is aptly designed to meet the needs of new age HR professionals & equip them with the knowledge to be successful.”

Speaking on the association, Aditya Malik, Head – Higher Ed, Veranda Learning Solutions said, “We are happy to partner with IIM Raipur & SHRM to launch this one of its kind online MBA for HR professionals. We are confident this unique programme will go a long way in developing HR talent for this fast-changing business environment.”