July 2006

With the establishment of Eastern Institute for Integrated Learning in Management (EIILM) University, Sikkim is all set to be the latest destination for world-class education.

Eastern Institute for Integrated Learning in Management (EIILM) was established in 1995 with the mission to bring international standard business management education for the students in India. Since its inception, EIILM has also established its credibility in other areas of knowledge such as Media, Fine Arts, Fashion Technology, Computer Engineering, Applied Sciences, etc. EIILM University at Jorethang in Sikkim has been established on the foundation of sound academic principles laid down over years of experience and is a University as defined by section 2f of the UGC Act, hence carries the AICTE and UGC norms.

EIILM University’s mission is to provide a distinctive approach to the highest quality learning experience in an environment characterized by close interaction among students, faculty, staff and the global community. EIILM provides to its students practical knowledge, skills and attributes along with industry-based competencies required for leadership and success in demanding careers in the global economy.

The vision of EIILM University is to be recognized as an academic hub especially in the Northeastern region, honing talent and dedication in a multi-culture learning environment, hence building leaders of tomorrow with values and vision that lets students build a bridge from the world of academics to the world of industry.

With 25% scholarships for in-state residents of Sikkim, the utmost emphasis is on providing the most modern and sophisticated learning environment coupled with the unique North Eastern and Indian heritage value system and Sanskars. The teaching methodology is contemporary which keeps the students and the staff abreast with the ever-changing scenario in the educational arena along with a fine blend of traditional ethics and value systems.

The University is a latest-state-of-the-art building between the stunning Himalayan panoramas and middle-hill landscapes. Based in Jorethang, a charming, old bazaar town that is largely unaffected by tourism, the city enjoys a pleasant climate and a serene atmosphere. With its proximity to Nathu La Pass, an important link on the India-Tibet trade route, Jorethang remains a bustling mix of ethnicities and cultures with important Hindu and Buddhist temples, non-governmental organization sites, markets, festivals, pilgrimage sites, and the studios of local craftsmen.

Apart from the Regular programs in streams of Management, Engineering and Sciences, Biotechnology, Computing & IT, Mass Communication, Fashion Technology, Hospitality & Tourism, Design, Healthcare and Philanthropy, Arts, Airlines, Hospitality and Customer Care studies and Insurance & Risk Management Studies, EIILM university also offers distance education programs as a part of its efforts to bring education to masses, especially the North-Eastern people and fulfill the growing demand for qualified and tailor-made professionals.

Dr. Satinder Bajaj, Vice-Chancellor designate of EIILM University said, “Today, we have to bring about changes in the most remote and the far-flung regions of India, if we want to bring on economic revolution in the country. EIILMS’s objective is to help students inculcate a self-sustaining and self-renewing system, which operates always on a "learning" mode. At EIILM the efforts are to deliver the teaching and learning methodologies that can respond to the changing needs of Indian economy and also industries. At EIILM the students can be sure that they will emerge as a total professional i.e. as one with a distinct individuality to lead and galvanize the processes of change and transformation in the 21st century.”

Thanking the Sikkim administration and adding to the ideology and views of Dr. Satinder Bajaj, the Trustee of EIILM University Mr. O.B Vijayan said, “Gone are the days when career options were less and students were meant to join traditional courses and become Doctors or Engineers. In the last few years India’s education system has witnessed a rapid growth of professional courses coupled with apt training to make an individual fit for the Industry. In this age of competition, every organization wants multi skilled employees who can suit the job requirement and cater to the growth of the specific Industry. As a result of which practical training has assumed a significant role in filling the gap between Industry and academics. Our latest infrastructure offering multimedia rich video training simulation to our students backed by ultra modern and well equipped laboratories coupled with extensive network and linkages with corporate sector enhance the quality of education, besides paving the way for the right placement of our students. Our alumni in the past have been successfully recruited by some of the best employers in their chosen professional fields and our thrust will be on familiarizing the students with the industry, its working, its requirements and latest technology through industry oriented projects, which we have developed or will develop with and active involvement & participation of the industry big-wigs.”