The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) and Indian Institute of Management Sirmaur have formalised a partnership through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance academic and professional outcomes in accounting and finance.
The agreement was signed by Prabhanshu Mittal and Prafulla Agnihotri, underscoring a shared commitment to educational excellence and global integration.
The collaboration aims to transform the learning experience for finance students by combining ACCA’s global expertise with IIM Sirmaur’s academic strength. It will focus on faculty development, student engagement, and knowledge exchange initiatives.
Key initiatives under the MoU include Train-the-Trainer workshops, joint conferences and seminars, student engagement sessions on global career readiness, and industry-academia collaboration platforms.
The partnership highlights a strategic effort to prepare students for evolving industry demands while promoting global best practices in finance education.
On the occasion of the MoU signing Md. Sajid Khan, Director- India at ACCA, said, ‘We are delighted to partner with such a growing and dynamic institution as IIM Sirmaur. We are dedicated to our shared ambition of developing the next generation of Indian accounting and finance professionals who are not only proficient in their field but also equipped to drive innovation and progress in the Indian and global financial landscape.’
Dr Prafulla Agnihotri, Director, IIM Sirmaur, said: ‘We are delighted to formalise this collaboration with ACCA. This partnership reflects our shared vision of integrating global professional standards with academic rigour. Through faculty development initiatives, student engagement programmes, and collaborative knowledge-sharing platforms, we aim to enhance teaching capabilities and equip students with industry-relevant skills and international perspectives. We look forward to building a strong and impactful association that contributes meaningfully to the academic and professional growth of both faculties and students in the field of accounting and finance.’
