UpGrad, IIM Udaipur and WHU Germany Will Establish European Career Pathways

Updated on March 11, 2026 Written By Pragya Tripathi

Upgrad has announced a collaboration with Germany's WHU-Otto Beisheim School of Management and the IIM Udaipur to establish an academic route for Indian students seeking management education in Europe. Students will first pursue an IIM Udaipur Postgraduate Certificate in Business Management as part of the partnership. In addition to offering qualified students a bridge to master programs at WHU in Germany, including Master in Management and Business Analytics, the program is intended to give foundational training in management and analytics.

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As said by upGrad, Europe is becoming a popular location for Indian professionals and students looking to pursue higher education overseas. In 2025, Europe ranked as the second-largest destination for Indian learner mobility with Germany witnessing a rise in interest from students and early-career professionals looking for organised academic pathways in line with international job prospects. Early-career professionals with up to three years of work experience and those who plan to pursue a graduate degree overseas within one to three years of professional experience are eligible to apply for the program.

It is expected that the collaboration will increase demand for globally renowned management education and provide more clear avenues for individuals wishing to continue their education overseas. According to initiative officials, the objective of the program is to offer academically demanding training that is in line with changing global job needs and European employers expectations. The pathway combines IIM Udaipur coursework with specific selection and advancement requirements for admission to WHU's master programs.