European aerospace major Airbus has inked an agreement with the Indian Institute of Management in Mumbai (IIM Mumbai) to impart aviation education to professionals. This collaboration aims to equip engineers with industry-ready skills by implementing Airbus Beyond programs.
Rémi Maillard, President and Managing Director of Airbus India and South Asia, and Prof. Manoj K Tiwari, Director of IIM Mumbai, formally signed the contract on Wednesday. As per the terms of this agreement, IIM Mumbai will provide short-term aviation courses to aspiring and working professionals. According to an Airbus statement, these courses will enable participants to leverage the Airbus Beyond programs in diverse areas such as aviation logistics, supply chain management, operations excellence, cargo handling, strategic procurement, business analytics, and digitisation.
Maillard emphasised the importance of skill development and said, “Skill is the fuel that drives growth. At Airbus, we remain dedicated to realising the potential of India’s growing aviation industry and strengthening the ecosystem through our sustained skilling efforts. Through this partnership with IIM-Mumbai, we are combining our expertise and resources to create comprehensive programs that will help advance the future of aerospace education and skills in India. It will further support in creating a strong pipeline of industry-ready talent for the aviation sector in the country.”
Prof. Manoj K Tiwari, Director of IIM Mumbai, expressed enthusiasm about the groundbreaking collaboration with Airbus, stating, “We are thrilled to announce the first-of-its-kind strategic collaboration between IIM Mumbai and Airbus. This collaboration marks a significant stride towards fostering excellence in management development within the aviation sector. Together, we aim to blend academic rigour with industry expertise, propelling innovation and leadership in aviation management. This partnership underscores our commitment to nurturing talent and driving transformative impact in the dynamic aerospace landscape. I am confident that this collaboration will immensely benefit professionals in the aviation sector and those seeking opportunities in India’s burgeoning aviation industry, providing them with invaluable skills and insights to excel in this exciting field.”
Under the terms of the agreement, IIM Mumbai will be responsible for coordinating courses, enrolling students, and offering infrastructure and logistical support. In the initial phase, Airbus will contribute trainers and training materials from the Airbus Beyond catalogue for short-term courses. Subsequently, they will collaborate in developing and certifying trainers for long-term courses in the later phase.
Airbus Beyond, a subsidiary of Airbus, is dedicated to equipping professionals to tackle the aerospace industry’s challenges. Drawing on Airbus’ extensive knowledge and expertise, the company provides innovative programs aimed at enhancing the skills, knowledge, and behaviours of individuals aspiring to excel in the aviation field. These programs aim to cultivate innovation, leadership, and operational excellence, focusing on capability building for both executive and frontline professionals.
Located in the country’s financial capital, IIM Mumbai has close interactions with the leading corporate houses, giving it the added advantage of integrating classroom knowledge with relevant practical inputs from industry professionals.
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