School of Management Studies Collaborations and Partnerships

Industry & Institutional Collaborations at HSMS, SRHU

• Vision-Driven Education:
  HSMS believes in education that goes beyond classroom boundaries to align with the evolving global business environment.
• Industry Integration:
  Robust partnerships and strategic alliances with leading industry bodies and institutions offer students real-world exposure.
• Key Collaborations with National Organizations:
• Indian Society for Training and Development (ISTD)
• PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PHDCCI)
• Industries Association of Uttarakhand
• CII–Young Indians (CII-Yi)
• Airport Authority of India (AAI)
• IIT Roorkee
• Practical Learning Opportunities:
• Internships
• Live projects
• Industry visits
• Guest lectures by industry experts
• Hands-on training programs
• Global Academic Collaboration:
• Partnership with University of Tsukuba, Japan
• Facilitates student and faculty exchange programs
• Enables joint research initiatives
• Promotes cross-cultural learning experiences
• Enhances global competence and perspective for students

MoU with MGNCRE – Driving Rural Development and Sustainability

In alignment with our commitment to social responsibility and inclusive education, HSMS has partnered with the Mahatma Gandhi National Council for Rural Education (MGNCRE), under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. This collaboration emphasizes rural entrepreneurship, sustainable business models, and grassroots development. Students gain field-based insights into rural marketing and engage in community-centric project work, especially in the context of Uttarakhand’s rural and hilly landscapes.
Through these strategic collaborations, HSMS equips students not only with cutting-edge industry skills but also with a deep understanding of ethical business practices, rural upliftment, and sustainable development—empowering them to become socially conscious and globally competent leaders.

Activities under MoU with ICT Academy

The Finishing School for Employability course, organized by Infosys Foundation and conducted at School of Management Studies (SMS), Swami Rama Himalayan University, was a two-week intensive program held from 5th to 21st February 2025. It trained 66 final-year BBA and B.Com students, with sessions led by expert trainer Ms. Sneha Guha Thakurta.

The program focused on equipping students with key employability and retail management skills. Modules included:

• Workplace essentials: Health, hygiene, safety, and use of protective equipment
• Retail operations: Product labeling, shelf life, promotional strategies, stock rotation, and store layout
• Sales & marketing: Visual merchandising, customer engagement, and promotional tactics
• Business communication: Email/telephone etiquette, and professional communication styles
• Finance & inventory: Budgeting, pricing, and stock management
• Leadership & soft skills: Conflict resolution, decision-making, and team dynamics