In a major boost to risk education and professional development, Mahindra University has partnered with the Institute of Risk Management (IRM) India Affiliate to launch South India’s first Global Centre for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). The initiative aims to nurture future-ready leaders and strengthen risk resilience across sectors by offering globally certified ERM education and research opportunities.
Mahindra University Collaboration for the Future
The IRM India Affiliate, the Indian arm of the UK-based Institute of Risk Management, is a globally recognized body offering ERM certifications across 140+ countries. This newly launched centre at Mahindra University will serve as a hub for:
- Delivering IRM’s globally benchmarked ERM qualifications
- Risk-based academic research
- Faculty and executive development
- Professional networking and leadership building
The Centre was inaugurated in the presence of Mr. Anand Mahindra, Chancellor of Mahindra University, along with Dr. Yajulu Medury (Vice-Chancellor), Mr. Hersh Shah (CEO, IRM India Affiliate), and Dr. Shivdasini S Amin (Head of the Global Centre).
What Makes the Centre Unique?
This Global Centre will offer a combination of physical infrastructure and digital resources to foster continuous learning and innovation. Some highlights include:
- A curated library of 150+ books and publications on risk, governance, and leadership
- A digital knowledge resource center with global risk reports, case studies, and whitepapers
- A Hall of Fame honoring global thought leaders in risk management
- A comprehensive taxonomy classifying 300+ enterprise risks for practical and academic use
- A networking arena to bring together students, professionals, and visiting experts
Empowering Risk-Intelligent Leadership
With South India hosting key sectors like IT, defence, infrastructure, logistics, and finance, this centre will serve as a regional think tank to research pressing risk areas such as:
- Cybersecurity and data privacy
- ESG and climate risk
- Geopolitical shifts and economic volatility
- Supply chain resilience
The Centre will deliver IRM Level 1 curriculum and help prepare students, professionals, and business leaders to anticipate and navigate evolving risks confidently.
Voices from the Launch
“This is more than an academic milestone—it’s our commitment to preparing leaders for a complex world,” said Anand Mahindra, Chancellor, Mahindra University.
Dr. Yajulu Medury, Vice-Chancellor, added, “By embedding risk education into our curriculum, we align with India’s National Education Policy and global standards.”
Hersh Shah, CEO, IRM India Affiliate, noted, “South India is a growth powerhouse. This Centre reflects our joint vision to provide accessible, global-standard risk management education.”
This initiative will serve as a regional think tank and innovation hub for enterprise risk research. By partnering with regulators, businesses, and institutions, it bridges the gap between theory and practice.
As India works toward becoming a risk-resilient economy, this centre stands out as a critical pillar in that journey.
