1. IIM Udaipur Launches India’s First Online Bilingual BBA Programme
In the academic year 2025–26, IIM Udaipur has unveiled a pioneering Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) course offered entirely online and bilingual—the first among IIMs. The programme is delivered in English and a regional Indian language, designed to broaden accessibility for students from non-English backgrounds.
This hybrid learning initiative targets both working professionals and early-career entrants seeking flexibility. The curriculum includes business fundamentals, entrepreneurship, digital literacy, and real-world projects. By breaking language barriers, IIM Udaipur aims to foster genuine inclusivity while expanding its outreach beyond traditional English-medium cohorts.
2. DU School of Open Learning Adds Foreign Language & Tech Programmes
From the 2025–26 academic year, Delhi University’s School of Open Learning (SOL) is introducing certificate and diploma courses in six foreign languages: Chinese, French, German, Spanish, Korean, and Portuguese. In parallel, it will also roll out programmes such as:
- MBA in Healthcare
- MA in Psychology
- BSc in Computer Science
- Skill-based modules in Robotics, IoT, and Automation (Arduino)
While the launch has triggered discussions over procedural clearances, the core aim is to empower students with global language proficiencies and technical competencies aligned with evolving job markets.
3. BHU Expands SWAYAM Offerings with 63 Free Online Courses
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) has significantly enhanced its presence on India’s national SWAYAM platform, unveiling 63 new courses for the 2025 academic session. These range from 4-week to 12-week formats, covering an array of fields including management, science, arts, law, Ayurveda, psychology, and humanities.
Registrations will open in two slots (July and August), with exams scheduled for October 2025. Given the zero-cost, fully online structure, these offerings aim to democratise access to high-quality learning materials across diverse disciplines.
4. DSEU Launches 40 Skill-Based Certificate Courses Matching Market Demand
Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU) has opened its 2025–26 admissions with 40 new certificate programmes spread across 21 campuses. These vocational courses focus on areas such as AI, digital marketing, software development, and entrepreneurship.
Offering over 7,400 seats across 83 programmes, DSEU aims to position itself as an accelerator for youth tech and start-up readiness. Enrollment began in June and saw substantial response, particularly for market-aligned skill initiatives.
5. IP University Introduces Environment Management Degrees for Emerging Fields
For 2025–26, Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (IPU) is rolling out three environment-focused academic programmes:
- MSc in Environmental Management
- MSc in Applied Geoinformatics
- BSc in Environmental Management
Each MSc offers 30 seats, while the BSc offers 60. Admissions will follow CUET-based merit rankings or national entrance-based selection. The curriculum emphasizes climate governance, remote sensing, sustainability, and applied environmental science. In a progressive move, IPU has also reserved supernumerary seats for orphaned students and continues the single girl child reservation policy.
What to Watch Going Forward
- Enrollment Trends – IIM Udaipur’s bilingual BBA and DU’s foreign language programmes—will they attract students from diverse socio-linguistic backgrounds?
- Demographics & Reach – BHU’s SWAYAM registrations and completion rates could reflect outreach success beyond urban centres.
- Outcome Metrics – Placement and entrepreneurial outcomes from DSEU’s vocational courses, particularly in digital and start-up pathways.
- Graduate Impact – IPU’s environmental degrees evaluating alumni placement in climate, GIS, or sustainability roles.
- Policy Reception – Whether these initiatives inspire similar courses at other institutions or prompt regulatory streamlining.
Final Word
As of July 28, 2025, Indian higher education is clearly embracing transformation—launching courses that emphasize access, equity, tech relevance, and sustainability. From IIM Udaipur’s inclusive management degree to Delhi’s vocational training push and IPU’s focus on environmental sciences, the sector is moving toward a future-ready model rooted in the National Education Policy.
These developments not only broaden educational opportunity, but also underscore India’s ambition to build a diversified, skill-intensive, and globally connected learner base.
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