2026 Spring School at MDI Gurgaon. An exclusive opportunity for students of the HSE School of Economics and management!
We are delighted to invite students of the HSE School of Economics and Management to join the exclusive Spring School 2026 at Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon, one of the top business schools in India, ranked among the Top 50 in Asia(QS Global MBA 2025) and Top 100 worldwide (Financial Times 2024–2025 rankings).
This short-term academic and cultural immersion offers a unique opportunity to experience India’s vibrant business environment, world-class education, and cultural diversity.
Dates: April 20-28, 2026, the full Spring School program includes 9 days, taking into account the educational program at the university and visits to the city's enterprises.
Location: Management Development Institute, Gurgaon (30 km from New Delhi), India
Courses programm:
- Doing Business in India: Navigating Markets, Culture, and Innovation in the AI Era: 30 hours | 3 ECTS credits | 100% English
The business part of the program includes visits to leading enterprises in India:
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Maruti Suzuki India
we will find out how India's largest automaker shapes the market, what approaches it implements to mass production, distribution and adaptation to local conditions.
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HCL Tech / Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
we will find ourselves at the center of the global IT revolution! We will hear firsthand how these Indian IT giants have become key suppliers of technology solutions to companies around the world. Let's talk about outsourcing management, innovative approaches to software development, and digital transformation development strategies.
Key Takeaways:
- Gain academic knowledge about India's business environment and investment opportunities.
- Participate in visits to enterprises and sessions with experts.
- Develop cross-cultural competence and a global view of business.
- Expand practical experience through real-world case-stages.
- Gain opportunities for networking with industry leaders and the university.
Program Fee for 1 participant (Spring school is fully funded by the students):
Part 1: 9-days Program
| Fee (EUR) | Activity Covered |
|---|---|
| 1100 | Airport transfer; industry visit transport; Delhi visit guided tour and tickets; welcome kit; academic input (classroom sessions); study material; certificate of attendance; yoga sessions; administrative and facilities costs; welcome and valedictory high tea; breakfast, lunch and dinner on campus and/or during the outbound visit; welcome (on campus) and farewell dinner (Club Patio); lunch and refreshments during Delhi visit. |
Accommodation:
On-campus: €300 per 9 days for a single room in the dormitory
Excludes: Air travel, visa fees, insurance, airport transfer, and personal expenses.
Travel and Visa Information
Please note that all participants must apply for a tourist visa to India (it is free of charge of citizens oof Russian Federation). To travel to India, Russian citizens need a visa, which can be issued both in electronic format (e-Visa) and in the usual printed version through the consulate (for the HSE group, organizational assistance in obtaining a visa will be provided directly at the consulate).
The flight will be conducted in an organized group; the recommended flight route is St. Petersburg - Moscow – Delhi.
There is a shared shuttle service to the campus from the airport in Delhi. The approximate cost of total transportation costs – 80.000 Rub.
How to Apply:
- Fill out the application form https://forms.yandex.ru/u/69280cbe068ff0cac5b7e09d
- Deadline for submitting applications: March 6, 2026
Contact
HSE Program Coordinators:
Head of the India Department - Dmitry Evgenievich Selivanov, dselivanov@hse.ru
Matetskaya Marina Vladimirovna, mmatetskaya@hse.ru
Looking forward to meeting you at the Winter School!
