V. M. SALGAOCAR INSTITUTEof International Hospitality EducationAcademic collaborations
Memorandum of Understanding [MOU]
Global partnerships
Official memoranda and institutional partners
Explore the memoranda that connect VMSIIHE with universities, industry partners, professional bodies, and international networks.
05 · International network
International Institute of Gastronomy, Culture, Arts and Tourism ( IGCAT)
Turismo de Portugal and V.M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education in mutual interests to encourage and develop training & qualification of human resources working in the field of tourism have signed a MOU that spans across students as well as faculty to increase the co-operation between the two nations.
06 · Portugal
Turismo de Portugal
Turismo de Portugal and V.M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education in mutual interests to encourage and develop training & qualification of human resources working in the field of tourism have signed a MOU that spans across students as well as faculty to increase the co-operation between the two nations.
07 · Portugal
EGAS MONIZ - Cooperativa de Ensino Superior, CRL, Portugal
Egas Moniz – Cooperativa de Ensino Superior, CRL and V.M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education have established a partnership to enhance educational and research opportunities. Egas Moniz, renowned for its interdisciplinary research and advanced laboratories, aims to extend training for its students and faculty. V.M. Salgaocar Institute focuses on developing students’ intellectual and human potential in hospitality through excellence in education and industry collaboration.
This MOU facilitates joint training, research, project presentations, doctoral support, and access to library resources, with opportunities for PhD holders to join Egas Moniz’s research center, CiiEM.
08 · Portugal
Martinhal
The Martinhal Family Hotels and VMSIIHE have a protocol to enhance interaction between hotel industry experts and the institute. The objective is to facilitate professional internships for students pursuing the B. Sc. International Hospitality Management program at the institute in Goa. The agreement is based on principles of mutual respect and cooperation, aiming to provide valuable internships that benefit both parties.
09 · Industry collaboration
DCEL
This collaboration between DCEL Exams India Private Limited (“DCEL”) and V.M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE) Goa, aims to provide end-to-end infrastructural support as defined in the scope of services.
10 · Pune, India
MIT-World Peace University (MIT-WPU)
Dr. Vishwanath Karad MIT-World Peace University (MIT-WPU) and V.M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE), Goa, seek to foster closer ties between their institutions through academic and cultural exchange. Their collaboration aims to facilitate the advancement of knowledge, creative expression, and innovation, as well as to enrich teaching and learning experiences. The partnership will explore potential programs beneficial for both institutions and aim to strengthen cooperative relationships in various areas.
11 · Industry partnership
Marriott
VMSIIHE and Marriott India have joined hands to enhance educational opportunities for students pursuing diplomas or degrees in Hospitality Management. Through this partnership, they aim to foster mutually beneficial linkages, promoting collaboration to enrich the learning experience of students.
12 · Switzerland
Cesar Ritz College Switzerland (CRCS)
Cesar Ritz College Switzerland (CRCS), Culinary Arts Academy Switzerland (CAAS), and VMSIIHE are collaborating to offer international education and practical training opportunities for VMSIIHE students. This partnership aims to enhance the educational experience of students and better prepare them for the hospitality industry by providing additional knowledge and skills through exchange programs.
13 · International education
Eduadvise
Invicta Eduadvise Consultants collaborates with VMSIIHE to assist students in pursuing overseas education opportunities. They participate in campus placement drives and conduct annual presentations on overseas education for bachelor students.
14 · GCCI
Goa Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI)
VMSIIHE joins hands with Goa Chamber of Commerce & Industry (GCCI). The signed MoU focuses on sustainability and inclusivity. This collaboration marks a pioneering bridge between startups and the hospitality industry, fostering engagement with educational institutions. The unique partnership, focused on hospitality academics, aims to ensure the sustained growth of this vital sector.
15 · GMA
The Goa Management Association (GMA)
The Goa Management Association (GMA) and the V.M. Salgaocar Institute of International Hospitality Education (VMSIIHE) are collaborating to promote education and research in management and hospitality disciplines. GMA represents management practitioners, professionals, and students in Goa. The collaboration aims to bridge the gap between industry and academia, facilitate knowledge sharing, and advance research in hospitality, tourism, and management.
16 · Interdisciplinary learning
V.M. Salgaocar College of Law
VMSIIHE and VMSCL, both recognized by the University Grants Commission and the Bar Council of India and affiliated with Goa University, have entered into a formal MOU to promote collaborative research. The agreement aims to enrich academic programs by establishing a Research Cluster, facilitating the exchange of faculty, research scholars, and students, and fostering research initiatives and related activities.