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Shaping a new generation of leaders by reimagining education for the 21st century

Instituted by a group of globally renowned academicians, business leaders and institution builders, Krea is a collective philanthropy aiming to shape a new generation of adaptable, resilient leaders, giving them critical thinking skills and the ethical grounding needed to forge ahead.

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Mission

Krea University’s mission is to help humanity 
prepare for an unpredictable world.

We do this by developing a view of the future through rigorous and interdisciplinary research and education 
that continuously feeds the design of Interwoven Learning. In doing so, we enable high potential individuals to learn to create positive, catalytic impact ethically.

DNA

Interwoven Learning brings together thought with action, arts with sciences and ultimately, connects our learnings from the past with our preparedness for the future.


In a world shaped by the evolving balance between humans, machines and the environment, Interwoven Learning is a journey, not a destination; and hence the need to constantly innovate.

Krea Values

Krea University’s core values are ethics, excellence, inclusivity and accountability. Every decision and action we take each day must, without exception, be ethical and transparent, strive towards extraordinary standards of excellence, celebrate diversity and inclusivity, and represent the most efficient and accountable use of scarce resources.


Legacy 

Krea University’s sponsoring body, IFMR Society was set up in 1970 as a not-for-profit society focused on research, training and education in the areas of macro and micro economics, finance and management including a full-fledged business school. Sponsored by the erstwhile ICICI Ltd, the House of Kotharis and other major industrial groups, IFMR Society was the first of its kind in Asia.

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Pedagogy

At Krea University, we believe in a holistic approach to education we call 
Interwoven Learning, based on a set of guiding principles. Guided by the Interwoven Learning model, our programmes encourage creativity, critical thinking, communication, contemplation, cross-disciplinary approaches, real-world implementation, and the ability to negotiate unanswered questions.

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Rankings and Accreditation

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South Asian Quality Assurance 
System (SAQS)

The IFMR Graduate School of Business (GSB), part of Krea University, has been re-accredited by the South Asian Quality Assurance System (SAQS) for a period of five years (June 2024 – June 2029). IFMR GSB was first accredited by SAQS in 2017, and re-accreditated in 2022 through a comprehensive Self-Assessment Report and peer review evaluation. SAQS accreditation is awarded by the Association of Management Development Institutions in South Asia (AMDISA).

University Status

Krea University has been enacted by the Legislature of the State of Andhra Pradesh as per The Andhra Pradesh Private Universities (Establishment and Regulation) (Amendment) Act, 2018 vide the gazette notification published on April 30, 2018. Krea University is listed on the UGC website under State Private Universities.


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Partnerships

Krea has purposeful alliances with a wide range of hyper-local, domestic and international partners, including national and global academic institutions, centres of excellence, corporate entities, social enterprises, foundations and government organisations.

Case Western Reserve University (USA)

Through this collaboration, students from IFMR GSB, Krea University, have the opportunity to seamlessly transfer their credits and pursue a Master of Finance degree at the prestigious Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University.

Johns Hopkins University (USA)

The partnership establishes a Global+1 Programme where Krea students can progress to the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School after completing their undergraduate studies at Krea and earn a postgraduate degree. Upon graduation, students will also join the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School alumni network.

Macquarie University (Australia)

The Krea–Macquarie 2+2 Dual Degree Programme, enables students to complete two years at Krea followed by two years at Macquarie, and receive two full undergraduate degrees, one from each institution. The programme is currently available to students pursuing History, Politics, and Sociology and Social Anthropology. 

Northeastern University (USA)

The partnership involves collaborative efforts across teaching, research, cultural activity and joint development of ongoing and new curricula and academic projects among many other initiatives. As an initial activity, there will be joint initiatives between IFMR GSB and D’Amore McKim School of Business at Northeastern.

SciencesPo (France)

The partnership facilitates an exchange programme, allowing students to study at each other’s campuses while earning credits toward their home degrees. During the exchange, students fulfill academic requirements at the host institution and provide a transcript to their home university upon completion.

University of Bristol (UK)

The partnership explores deeper collaboration in the area of Sciences and Humanities at student, faculty and research level. It also includes the beginning of a 3+1 progression partnership for students at Krea, in flagship programmes offered by University of Bristol.

University of Exeter

This partnership allows Krea students to progress to Exeter after completion of a degree programme at Krea and be awarded a Postgraduate Degree. The University of Exeter combines world-class research with excellent student satisfaction, from its campuses in the South West of England, in Exeter and Cornwall.

University of Liverpool (UK)

This partnership opens doors for Krea students to engage in semester exchanges or summer programmes at the University of Liverpool. The University of Liverpool, founded in 1881, is renowned for its academic excellence and ties to its maritime hometown.

University of Sussex (UK)

The partnership facilitates the progression of Krea students into the postgraduate programmes at University of Sussex. University of Sussex is highly ranked in the UK and world league tables, and are recognised internationally for their research, teaching and outreach.

Zerodha Varsity

The partnership enables Krea University students to have free access to all online training modules and, at a nominal fee, certifications offered by Zerodha Varsity. This includes courses on various aspects of investing, trading, and financial markets, all delivered by industry experts and practitioners.


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Leadership

Some of the finest minds from across the globe have come together to establish and fulfil the mission at Krea.

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Legal and Compliance

Krea University’s policies, procedures, regulations and other essential documents.

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Careers

Krea is constantly on the lookout for highly driven individuals to be a part of the journey.

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Giving

Krea places utmost value on donor participation in building and co-creating the University as a world leading institution.

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