India Immersion Program:
Market Insight and Partnership Exchange
India’s higher education sector is entering a pivotal new phase of internationalization driven by NEP 2020. Key factors include:
Massive Domestic Demand: Nearly 98% of Indian students pursue higher education domestically, creating immense TNE potential.
- Strategic Shift: Increasing student aspirations and employability-focused demand are driving global collaboration.
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The India Immersion Program is designed to enable senior leaders to gain structured, on-ground insight into India’s evolving education ecosystem and forge critical Transnational Education (TNE) partnerships.
4-9 October 2026
Delhi (2 nights), Mumbai (2 nights), Chennai (1 night)
Overview
Program Highlights
This 5-day itinerary includes high-impact sessions in Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai.
Dive deep with current, insights into key
markets in India
Connections with other
participants
Actionable recruitment and partnership strategies to support diversification objectives
New and enhanced networks in
India with key stakeholders including
agents, schools, government
and embassies
Elevate Your Institution's Global Footprint in India Through Academic, Governmental and Institutional Connections
This program enables immediate partnership creation across four key sectors:
Policy & Government Relations: Engage with NITI Aayog, Ministry of Education, and AIU.
Academic & University Partnerships: Meet with leading institutions like IIT Delhi and Ashoka University.
Market Intelligence & Industry Links: Connect with decision-makers from KPMG, Deloitte, and Times of India Group.
- Development Opportunities: Explore projects like the Tamil Nadu Knowledge City (TIDCO).
Please arrive in Delhi on Sunday, 4th October. If you would like to extend your stay and arrive on Saturday, 3rd October, we can offer an optional ‘cultural day’ and overnight hotel (for an additional cost).
Day 1- Monday, 5th October
Delhi: Government & Policy Engagement
- Closed-door orientation outlining India strategy, objectives, and expected TNE & institutional outcomes
- Briefing on National Education Policy (NEP), internationalization strategy, and regulatory frameworks
- Vice Chancellor / India Higher Education Leaders Round Table
- Government meetings, for example:
- NITI Aayog
- Ministry of Education
- Association of Indian Universities (AIU)
- US Embassy
- Services Export Promotion Council (SEPC)
- Education Agent Directors Dinner, e.g. IDP, I-20, or Valmiki
Day 2- Tuesday, 6th October
Delhi: Individual Institutions
- Morning university visits (Delhi, Noida and Gurugram) for example:
- O.P. Jindal Global
- Ashoka University
- IIT Delhi
- SGT University
- KR Mangalam
- Afternoon K12 School Leaders roundtable
- Early Evening departure to Mumbai
Day 3- Wednesday, 7th October
Mumbai: Individual Institutions
- Morning university visits for example:
- Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS)
- Atlas SkillTech University
- Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Sciences (NMIMS)
- University of York - Mumbai
- Round table dinner with Industry Leaders
Day 4- Thursday, 8th October
Chennai: Government & Development
- Early morning departure to Chennai
- University visits
- Government Meetings, for example:
- US Consulate Meeting
- Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation (TIDCO)
Day 5- Friday, 9th October
Chennai: Individual Institutions
- University visits, for example:
- Anna University
- Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT)
- SRM Institute of Science and Technology
- IIT Madras
- Program Wrap-Up & Debrief
- Strategic takeaways, institutional roadmaps, and next steps
- Transfer to Chennai airport
Itinerary is subject to change.
Cost & Inclusions
Program Cost (per person):
- $ 10,000 (USD)
- $8,500 (USD) for AIEA members
Included: 5* hotels, meals, domestic flights, local transportation, and senior delegation support.
Not Included: International flights, insurance, and visa costs, gratuities and other costs not included above.
Payment Plan
50% of program cost by July 30th, 2026.
Balance due no later than August 31st, 2026.
Terms and conditions apply.
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