"RV University and Bryant University Partner for Global Executive MBA Programme"

Date: July 17, 2023

RV University and Bryant University in Rhode Island, USA have officially entered into a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA). The main objective of this partnership is to collaboratively develop and deliver a flexible Executive MBA (EMBA) programme targeting mid to senior-level corporate executives. The programme aims to enhance their skills, provide global exposure, and expand their knowledge on a global scale.

This cohort-based EMBA programme, spanning over 18 months, will be conducted at RVU's Executive Education Campus in Jayanagar, Bengaluru. It features a unique global immersion experience, where students will have the opportunity to attend courses in person at Bryant University in the USA. The programme will be taught by renowned faculty members from both Bryant University and RVU, including experts from the industry.

Upon successful completion of the programme, participants will be granted two separate degrees, one from Bryant University and another from RV University. The signing of the MoA took place in the presence of esteemed individuals such as Dr. Rupendra Paliwal, Provost and Chief Academic Officer of Bryant University, and Professor Y.S.R. Murthy, Vice Chancellor of RVU. Additionally, Dr. M.P. Shyam, President of Rashtreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust (RSST), Dr. (h.c.) AVS Murthy, Chancellor of RVU, and Mr D.P. Nagaraj, Pro-Chancellor of RVU, along with other RSST Trustees, were also present.

This partnership between Bryant and RV universities opens up exciting opportunities for students from both institutions. They can now apply for dual degrees and joint degree programmes, including the Executive MBA. Moreover, they will have access to jointly organized seminars, symposia, academic programmes, as well as short-term and semester-long study abroad opportunities.

Experts call for reformation of maintenance rights in India

RV University

Date: June 07, 2023

Bangalore, 31 May 2023: Expressing serious concern over the challenges faced by women victims of an abusive marriage, experts stressed the need to reform maintenance laws in the country to secure speedy justice for them. 

Speaking at a panel discussion on ‘Reformation of Maintenance Laws’ organized by RV University in partnership with Vasavya Mahila Mandali, they underscored the need to see maintenance as a human rights issue and the need for the State to due to its part to fulfill women’s rights. They also emphasized the need to expand the definition of maintenance from the current sustenance levels to ensure a dignified livelihood. 

According to a research report by Vasavya Mahila Mandali based on a two-year pan-India study, out of around 3,70,000 cases where women have filed for maintenance, only in 5% of the cases interim orders for maintenance have been passed and in only 10% of cases execution petitions have been filed, leaving a large proportion of women victims in the lurch and without means of sustenance. 

In his opening address, Vice-Chancellor, RV University, Prof. Y.S.R. Murthy pointed out that there are significant gaps in the implementation of maintenance laws. “Though the Indian Constitution promises a full range of human rights to everyone yet, in practice there are huge gaps especially when it comes to women, be it their social, economic, or even their political status. Legal literacy among women is fairly low in India, and thus they are not able to secure their rights especially when it comes to maintenance rights. There is an urgent need to educate and help women in enforcing their rights in maintenance.”

Prof. Murthy underscored the need for proper oversight by the higher judiciary of the functioning of Family Courts, better case management system through the use of technology, fast-tracking of cases involving women from economically weaker sections, alternative dispute mechanisms and better accountability of the justice delivery system.

Moderating the panel discussion, Dr B Keerthi, President, Vasavya Mahila Mandali said, “We have initiated several conversations with various levels of the Government to amend the current maintenance laws in India. Most importantly, there is a need to sensitise the different stakeholders around these laws in India. Several aspects should also be looked into including ground-level issues such as the standard of living of women and the need for a pro-bono system of law for women fighting for their rights.” 

Speaking on the occasion, former Director General of Police, Karnataka, Dr. Amar Pandey emphasised the responsibility of the state which needs to be defined to make the state accountable maintenance matters. He stated that the state must ensure that human rights women, who constitute 50% of population, must be protected.

Ms. Ashwini Obulesh, Advocate and Founder, Dhwani Legal Trust, pointed out serious micro level challenges which pose a challenge for women in getting maintenance. Observing that maintenance is provided under multiple legislations in India, she pointed that the lack of legal knowledge often causes confusion among women about which legislation to file their case under. Mr. Pritam Ghosh, Assistant Professor highlighted the plight of NRI women seeking maintenance and the intersection of international law and domestic law. 

The discussion focused on the complexities of maintenance laws and their impact on women’s dignity, social and economic livelihood. The panel concluded with a call to draft a policy recommendation to reform maintenance laws in India. It consisted of Prof.(Dr.) Y.S.R Murthy, Vice-Chancellor, RV University, Dr. Amar Pandey, Former Director General of Police, Karnataka, Ms. Ashwini Obulesh, Advocate, Karnataka High Court and Mr. Pritam Ghosh, Assistant Professor, School of Law, RV University. The session was moderated by Dr B. Keerthi, President, Vasavya Mahila Mandali.

RV University organised this panel discussion on maintenance laws in partnership with Vasavya Mahila Mandali with the objective to sensitise the different stakeholders around maintenance laws in India while also discussing possible solutions to the surrounding issues. Maintenance is a legal right that ensures women (and children) have access to financial support (not excluding provision for food, clothing, residence, medical expenses, treatment, etc) after a legal divorce. 

The University recently signed an MoU with Vasavya Mahila Mandali to support the organisation in its causes of eliminating gender-based violence. 

About RV University:

Backed by the 83-year-rich legacy of RV Educational Institutions, RV University, which commenced operations in 2021, is a new-age, tech-driven, global university that imparts high-quality, liberal education with an interdisciplinary curriculum. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate and Ph.D. programmes in six academic disciplines of Liberal Arts and Science, Design and Innovation, Business, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering and Law. It has partnerships and collaborations with over 100 reputed national and foreign universities, institutions, and companies.

SIDBI ties up with RV University to revamp entrepreneurial education for youth

RV University Bangalore

Date: May 17, 2023

On May 16th, 2023, Bengaluru witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) and RV University (RVU). The objective of this agreement is to facilitate the advancement of innovation and entrepreneurship within India.

The MoU ceremony took place in the presence of prominent individuals including Dr. S S Acharya, Chief General Manager of SIDBI, Prof. Y.S.R. Murthy, Vice Chancellor of RV University, Shri S. Ramann, Chairman and Managing Director of SIDBI, and Prof. Arunkumar A.V., Executive Director and Associate Professor of RVU, alongside other esteemed faculty members.

Through this collaborative initiative, SIDBI and RVU seek to nurture entrepreneurship and promote self-employment, particularly among the younger generation. The ultimate goal is to contribute significantly to India's economic growth.

As part of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), SIDBI will introduce a specialized entrepreneurship course tailored for aspiring youth, ITI-trained students, NSDC-skilled individuals aspiring to be entrepreneurs, and others. Additionally, SIDBI will extend financial assistance based on specific proposals submitted by RV University or its Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development. The collaboration will also facilitate credit connections and mentorship to support the establishment of new enterprises.

S. Ramann, the Chairman and Managing Director of SIDBI, expressed his thoughts on the MoU with RV University. He emphasized that SIDBI's objective is to promote entrepreneurship, and the partnership with RV University aims to provide a conducive environment for students to benefit from studying entrepreneurship. The curriculum will offer practical learning opportunities covering various aspects such as legalities, accounting, marketing, and complementary skills that complement technical expertise. This collaboration represents a new approach to entrepreneurship education within the existing framework of traditional graduate education.

Ramann further highlighted the evolving aspirations of today's youth, who seek innovative ways to create value and make a difference. He emphasized the importance of continuous education and emphasized that courses like this would assist students in making informed decisions and exploring paths to tackle real-world challenges.

Echoing the views of the Director, Prof. Y.S.R. Murthy, Vice-Chancellor, RV University, added, “SIDBI is a major public financial institution with an excellent track record. We are excited to collaborate with SIDBI and leverage our campus infrastructure and faculty resources to identify motivated students and participants, and provide an implementation framework for the proposed partnership. We believe that this MoU will help us achieve our mission of promoting innovation and entrepreneurship and contribute to India's economic growth.”

As proposed by SIDBI for onboarding aspiring entrepreneurs, RV University will carry out an impact assessment study of the initiative after successful completion of the projects. Under the MoU, both institutions will work closely on bridging gaps in the entrepreneurship domain where they can play complementary roles. 

About RV University:

Backed by the 83-year-rich legacy of RV Educational Institutions, RV University, which commenced operations in 2021, is a new-age, tech-driven, global university that imparts high-quality, liberal education with an interdisciplinary curriculum. The university offers undergraduate, postgraduate and Ph.D. programmes in six academic disciplines of Liberal Arts and Science, Design and Innovation, Business, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering and Law. It has partnerships and collaborations with over 100 reputed foreign universities, institutions, and companies.

RV University School of Law signs MoU with Seattle University School of Law along with Scholarships to 5 Students

Date: May 17, 2023

Bengaluru, 14th March 2023: India’s RV University (RVU), which offers new-age liberal education, has signed a landmark agreement of collaboration with Seattle University (SU) in U.S.A. The agreement enables law students from RVU to pursue higher legal studies at the Seattle university School of Law and aspire to become a part of a global workforce. 

Two Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) to this effect were signed between Prof. Y.S.R. Murthy, Vice-Chancellor, RV University, Prof. Eduardo M. Peñalver, President, Seattle University and Prof. Anthony Varona, Dean, School of Law, Seattle University recently. One MoU provides for partnership in LL.M. programme while the other agreement provides for accelerated LL.M. Both MoUs seek to facilitate student exchange, faculty exchange, joint research, opportunities to attend conferences, lectures, and seminars, joint publishing projects and library exchanges.

Under the MoU, two joint programmes will be offered to the students of RVU. One is the LL.M. pathway programme, which is a dual degree programme. Students enrolled in the five-year integrated law programme at RVU will be able to obtain an undergraduate degree in law from RVU and an LL.M. degree from Seattle School of Law in their chosen area of specialization within a span of 5 years. In addition, five students from RV University will be awarded a 50% scholarship to pursue these joint programmes. 

The second agreement is for a student enrolled in the LL.M. programme at RVU. The student will have the opportunity to pursue a second LL.M. degree from Seattle University. At the end of two years, the student can get two LL.M. degrees, one from RV University and another one from Seattle University. 

As recognition of special partnership with RVU, Seattle University has offered a 50% tuition scholarship for five students. The total tuition is approximately $44,000 at Seattle University for 24 credits. With the scholarship, tuition would be only around $22,000.

Seattle University has vibrant institutions to support students from India. Prof. Sital Kalantry, Associate Dean, School of Law, SU founded the only Center on Indian Law in any law school in the United States, Recognizing that the U.S. legal academy does not adequately study and learn from the Indian legal system, this center on Indian Law seeks to bridge this critical gap. 

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Murthy said, “Seattle is a base for major tech giants in the world and offers many interesting learning opportunities for students. It has a sizeable Indian population. We are, therefore, delighted with our partnership with Seattle University. It will enhance the quality of legal education in India. It is a positive development that will benefit students and the legal community as a whole. This MoU is a further testimony of our commitment to bringing a world-class learning experience for our students.”

Welcoming the MoU, Prof. Eduardo M. Peñalver, President of Seattle University said, "Signing these Memoranda of Understanding is just the first step in a process of creating opportunities for students and faculty to engage with one another, both in India and on the Seattle University campus."

The joint programmes will also provide students with valuable international experience, exposure and knowledge that will further assist them in building their future careers. 

RV University School of Law signs MoU with Seattle University School of Law, 50% Tuition Scholarships for 5 RVU students announced

RV University Bangalore

Date: March 24, 2023

Bengaluru, 14th March 2023: India’s RV University (RVU), which offers new-age liberal education, has signed a landmark agreement of collaboration with Seattle University (SU) in U.S.A. The agreement enables law students from RVU to pursue higher legal studies at the Seattle university School of Law and aspire to become a part of a global work force. 

Two Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) to this effect were signed between Prof. Y.S.R. Murthy, Vice-Chancellor, RV University, Prof. Eduardo M. Peñalver, President, Seattle University and Prof. Anthony Varona, Dean, School of Law, Seattle University recently. One MoU provides for partnership in LL.M. programme while the other agreement provides for accelerated LL.M. Both MoUs seek to facilitate student exchange, faculty exchange, joint research, opportunities to attend conferences, lectures, and seminars, joint publishing projects and library exchanges.

Under the MoU, two joint programmes will be offered to the students of RVU. One is the LL.M. pathway programme, which is a dual degree programme. Students enrolled in the five-year integrated law programme at RVU will be able to obtain an undergraduate degree in law from RVU and an LL.M. degree from Seattle School of Law in their chosen area of specialization within a span of 5 years. In addition, five students from RV University will be awarded a 50% scholarship to pursue these joint programmes. 

The second agreement is for a student enrolled in the LL.M. programme at RVU. The student will have the opportunity to pursue a second LL.M. degree from Seattle University. At the end of two years, the student can get two LL.M. degrees, one from RV University and another one from Seattle University. 

As recognition of special partnership with RVU, Seattle University has offered a 50% tuition scholarship for five students. The total tuition is approximately $44,000 at Seattle University for 24 credits. With the scholarship, tuition would be only around $22,000.

Seattle University has vibrant institutions to support students from India. Prof. Sital Kalantry, Associate Dean, School of Law, SU founded the only Center on Indian Law in any law school in the United States, Recognizing that the U.S. legal academy does not adequately study and learn from the Indian legal system, this center on Indian Law seeks to bridge this critical gap. 

Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Murthy said, “Seattle is a base for major tech giants in the world and offers many interesting learning opportunities for students. It has a sizeable Indian population. We are, therefore, delighted with our partnership with Seattle University. It will enhance the quality of legal education in India. It is a positive development that will benefit students and the legal community as a whole. This MoU is a further testimony of our commitment to bringing a world-class learning experience for our students.”

Welcoming the MoU, Prof. Eduardo M. Peñalver, President of Seattle University said, "Signing these Memoranda of Understanding is just the first step in a process of creating opportunities for students and faculty to engage with one another, both in India and on the Seattle University campus."

The joint programmes will also provide students with valuable international experience, exposure and knowledge that will further assist them in building their future careers. 

About RV University: Backed by the 83-year-rich legacy of RV Educational Institutions, RV University, which commenced operations in 2021, is a new-age, tech-driven, global university that imparts high-quality, liberal education with an interdisciplinary curriculum. The University offers undergraduate, postgraduate and Ph.D. programmes in six academic disciplines of Liberal Arts and Science, Design and Innovation, Business, Economics, Computer Science and Engineering and Law. It has partnerships and collaborations with over 90 reputed foreign universities, institutions, and companies.

Seattle University is a mission-driven, diverse, and civically engaged law school based in the heart of Seattle. Founded in 1891, Seattle University is a Jesuit Catholic university located on a beautiful campus of more than 50 acres in the dynamic heart of Seattle. Its diverse population is made up of more than 7,200 students enrolled in undergraduate and graduate programmes within eight schools and colleges.

RV University signs MoA with US-based Bryant University

Offers dual degree, 18-month Executive MBA programme

RV University

Date: February 09, 2023

Bengaluru, 7 February 2023: RV University, India’s new-age university for liberal education, signed a historic Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Bryant University in Rhode Island, USA. It seeks to co-create and co-deliver a high quality, high impact, flexible EMBA programme for mid to senior level corporate executives who wish to upscale their skills and acquire global know-how and global exposure. 

The MoA was signed by Bryant University’s Provost and Chief Academic Officer, Dr. Rupendra Paliwal and RVU’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Y.S.R. Murthy in the presence of Dr. M.P. Shyam, President, Rashtreeya Sikshana Samithi Trust (RSST), Dr. (h.c.) AVS Murthy, Chancellor, RVU and Mr. D.P. Nagaraj, Pro Chancellor, RVU along with other Trustees of RSST.

This 18-month, cohort-based EMBA programme will be delivered in Bengaluru at RVU’s Executive Education Campus at Jayanagar. It includes a global immersion experience where students will attend the course in person at Bryant University in the USA. The programme will be taught jointly by Bryant University’s famed global faculty and senior faculty from RVU along with several stalwarts and experts from the industry. 

Led by Dr. Madan Annavarjula, Dean of the College of Business, Bryant University and Dr. Dwarika Uniyal, Pro Vice Chancellor, RV University, the partnership of RVU with Bryant University will facilitate this executive programme which will train aspirants in business fundamentals, management practices, leadership, strategy, marketing functions, etc.

On successful completion, the participants will be awarded two separate degrees from Bryant University and RV University. 

Speaking on the occasion, Provost and Chief Academic Officer, Bryant University, Dr. Rupendra Paliwal said, “Bryant University is pleased to partner with RVU and RSST to launch the dual degree EMBA program in India. Both institutions are committed to provide high quality business education to working professionals in India and beyond. These are also exciting times at Bryant as it broadens its global footprint for its innovative new programs in business and health sciences.”

Welcoming this development, Vice Chancellor of RV University, Prof. Y.S.R. Murthy said, “We are very excited to further our partnership with Bryant University which has a rich history in business education. We are delighted to launch this joint EMBA for professionals to help them enhance their cross-functional skills and competencies in line with the industry 4.0 requirements. We are committed to bringing a world-class learning experience for our students through such collaborations.”

About RV University

Backed by the 82-year rich legacy of RV Educational Institutions, RV University which commenced operations in 2021, is a new-age, tech-driven, global university that imparts high-quality, liberal education with an interdisciplinary curriculum. The University offers undergraduate, postgraduate and Ph.D. programmes in five academic disciplines of Liberal Arts and Science, Design and Innovation, Business, Economics, and Computer Science and Engineering. In 2022, RVU launched its sixth School of Law, which will commence programmes from 2023. It has partnerships and collaborations with over 75 reputed foreign universities, institutions, and companies.

About Bryant University

Bryant University delivers a uniquely integrated academic and student life experience with nationally recognized academic programs at the intersection of business, liberal arts, health and behavioral sciences and STEM disciplines. Located on a 428-acre contemporary campus in Smithfield, R.I., Bryant is recognized as a top 1% national leader in student education outcomes and ROI and regularly receives high rankings from U.S. News and World Report, Money, Bloomberg Businessweek, Wall Street Journal, College Factual and Barron’s.