1、Indias global vision:Building universities for a knowledge economyBuilding universities for a knowledge economy Building universities for a knowledge economy Our sponsors&partnersWe thank our partners and sponsors for their generous supportForewordIn todays age,we live in a knowledge economy.India i

2、s battling for academic excellence and in this journey,world-class universities play a critical role.To develop a nations competitiveness in the global knowledge economy,India needs strong universities that can drive innovation,research,and economic growth.The Indian higher education industry has wi

3、tnessed various structural and policy-level changes in recent years.To grow and develop world-class capabilities,it is crucial for the higher education ecosystem to adapt to changing trends,as well as identify and capitalise on the underlying opportunities.At the QS India Summit in February held in

4、Goa,we brought 330 delegates from 16 countries together to explore the successes and incredible potential of higher education in India.Over three days,leading voices from QS,universities,governments and industry shared their expert insights on the theme of Building universities for a knowledge econo

5、my.By Dr Ashwin Fernandes Executive Director(Middle East,Africa and South Asia),QS Quacquarelli SymondsIn this report,we have collated the expert perspectives from the Summit programme into a report for all to access.My heartfelt thanks to all who contributed to this inspirational event including al

6、l our speakers,support team and particularly the Summit chairperson,Professor C Raj Kumar,Founding Vice-Chancellor of O P Jindal Global University.Building universities for a knowledge economyBuilding universities for a knowledge economy12OverviewThe phenomenal line-up of 64 speakers delivering more