April 22: ACCA, a globally recognised professional accountancy body, and the prestigious management institution, the Indian Institute of Management Sirmaur (IIM Sirmaur), today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance educational opportunities in the field of accounting and finance. The signing was officiated by Prabhanshu Mittal, ACCA’s Head of Educational Partner Relationships India and Dr Prafulla Agnihotri, Director, IIM Sirmaur.
This collaboration aims to enrich educational opportunities in the field of accountancy by providing students with a globally recognised qualification and fostering excellence in academic and professional development. ACCA, a distinguished global professional accountancy body, and IIM Sirmaur, renowned for its academic excellence, are set to transform the learning experience for aspiring finance professionals.
As a part of this MoU, both bodies will collaborate in the following key areas:
- Conducting Train-the-Trainer workshops to enhance faculty capabilities in line with global accounting and finance standards.
- Organising joint conferences, seminars, and knowledge-sharing forums to promote thought leadership and global best practices.
- Delivering student engagement sessions focused on global career pathways, professional skills, and industry readiness.
- Creating platforms for industry-academia interaction to further enhance employability outcomes.
This partnership reaffirms the shared vision of ACCA and IIM Sirmaur to drive innovation and excellence in finance and accountancy education, empowering future professionals to thrive in a rapidly evolving global landscape.
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.’
