Kolkata, jan 1:- J.D. Birla Institute Kolkata, has taken a significant step towards strengthening professional education by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Institute of Management Accountants USA. With this collaboration, JDBI becomes the first college in Eastern India to formally partner with IMA, a globally recognised professional body in the field of management accounting and finance. The MoU marks the beginning of a strategic academic partnership aimed at equipping students with globally relevant skills and credentials.
This milestone reinforces JDBI’s long-standing commitment to career-oriented education and its focus on preparing students for the evolving demands of the professional world. The association with IMA will introduce students to internationally recognised certifications such as Certified Management Accountant Certified in Strategy and Competitive Analysis and Financial and Managerial Accounting Associate alongside their regular degree programmes.
With a legacy spanning over six decades, J.D. Birla Institute has established itself as a trusted name in higher education. Known for its academic rigour, disciplined learning environment, and emphasis on holistic development, JDBI has consistently nurtured generations of professionals who have gone on to excel in diverse fields. The institution’s illustrious alumni network, comprising industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and academicians, stands as a testament to its institutional excellence and academic legacy.
Affiliated to the prestigious Jadavpur University, JDBI benefits from one of India’s most respected academic ecosystems. This affiliation ensures that students receive a strong theoretical foundation supported by robust evaluation standards, while also gaining access to contemporary, industry-oriented learning experiences. The collaboration with IMA seamlessly complements this academic strength by adding a global professional dimension to the curriculum.
JDBI’s state-of-the-art infrastructure, modern classrooms, digital learning tools, and industry-aligned teaching methodologies create an environment where students can thrive. The institute continuously upgrades its academic offerings to include emerging areas such as data analytics, financial strategy, digital transformation, and sustainable business practices, areas that align closely with the competencies promoted by IMA.
A defining feature of JDBI is its career-focused, professional orientation. The institute places strong emphasis on employability, skill development, and industry readiness. Through this MoU, students will gain early exposure to the management accounting profession, understand global business standards, and develop competencies that employers worldwide value. Workshops, seminars, faculty interaction, and awareness sessions will be conducted to integrate professional learning with academic studies from the very beginning.
The collaboration will directly benefit students by providing structured guidance, mentoring, scholarships, and access to IMA’s global resources. Students will be able to plan their professional journey early, aligning their academic learning with international certification pathways. This early integration significantly enhances confidence, clarity, and career direction.
More importantly, this partnership serves as a stepping stone to international careers. With IMA’s global presence across 150 countries, students trained under this collaboration will be well-positioned for opportunities in multinational organisations, global consulting firms, and leadership roles in finance and strategy.
To support aspiring students and parents, interactive sessions will begin in January, offering detailed insights into the programmes, certifications, and career opportunities enabled by this collaboration. With this landmark MoU, J.D. Birla Institute once again demonstrates its forward-looking vision, bridging academics and global professional excellence to shape the leaders of tomorrow.
