University of Technology and Management
Motto | Discover New Opportunities. Discover Yourself. |
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Type | State Private |
Established | 2010 |
Chancellor | Utpal Ghosh |
Vice-Chancellor |
Dr. S. J. Chopra Dr. Mukesh Saxena (Pro-VC) |
Location | Shillong, Meghalaya, India |
Campus | Urban |
Affiliations |
UGC Laureate International Universities |
Website |
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The University of Technology and Management is a state private university established in 2010 by the UGC Act of 2010, in accordance with Section 2(f) of the UGC Act of 1956.[1] The university is located in Shillong, the state capital of Meghalaya, within the union of India. It is the first Indian university to introduce cloud computing engineering as a field of study, in collaboration with IBM and the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies.
In 2013, it became part of the Laureate International Universities network.
Courses offered
The academic courses at University of Technology and Management include:
School of Technology
- B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Cloud Computing & Virtualization Technology (in association with IBM)
- B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering with specialization in Oil & Gas Informatics (in association with IBM)
- B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering with specialization in Cyber Security and Forensics (in association with IBM)
School of Management
- BBA (Hospitality, Travel & Tourism)
- BBA (Digital marketing)
Collaborations
Following are the UTM's partners for various programs & courses offered in the University.
- UTM's Academic Partner (IBM) for Computer Science, Cloud Computing & Virtualization Course.
- UTM's Academic & Placement Assistance Partner (UPES).
- UTM is the part of (Laureate International Universities), the largest private international network of degree-granting post-secondary institutions located around the world.
Recent Events
- IBM Seminar, Seminar on Cloud Computing & Electronics and Communication Engineering (November 30, 2012)
- LFU 13, Lifestyle Fest at UTM (April 26 & 27, 2013)
- TEDx UTM Shillong Live 2013, TEDx Conferences (June 12, 2013)
“ | A great idea can be the start of a great revolution. At UTM Shillong, we're passionate about ideas, that can change our world for a better tomorrow.
TEDxUTMShillong is our way of sharing and spreading life changing works of individuals and societies at large, esp. from the unexplored abode of clouds "Meghalaya" in North-East India! With the start of this amazing TEDx tradition at UTM Shillong, we wish to cultivate the seeds of curiosity, inspirational work, great ideas etc.in the hearts and minds of every individual around us, most importantly, our students, who hold the key to a sustainable future. |
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Reference: TEDxUTMShillongLive 2013
- TEDx UTM Shillong, (January 31, 2014)
Visited Guests
- Ranjit Shekhar Mooshahary, Governor Of Meghalaya.
- James Sangma, Leader of the Opposition in the 8th Meghalaya Legislative Assembly.
- Underground Authority, Famous Rap Rock Music Band.
- Shillong's Famous Aroha Choir.
Former Pro Vice Chancellors
- Dr. S.N Suri (2010-2013)
- Professor Avinash Singh (2013-2014)
- Dr. Mukesh Saxena (2014–Present)
Video References
See also
References
- ↑ "UGC Act-1956" (PDF). mhrd.gov.in/. Secretary, University Grants Commission. Retrieved 1 February 2016.