Education:
School: Delhi Public School, Mathura Road, New Delhi
Degree: Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) in Computer Systems Engineering, Sussex University
Further Education: Postgraduate Certificate in Leadership and Management, UCL, University of London
With 19 years of senior management experience in student recruitment and institutional partnerships, Mr. Kaushik Mitra, the Managing Director, has been a trailblazer in shaping international education initiatives. Serving as the Education Advisor for Sussex University since 1994, he is the sole proprietor of the brand ‘Sussex India’ and has played a pivotal role in establishing Sussex University as a leading university brand in India.
A visionary leader, he has been instrumental in policy-making projects for the higher education sector in the UK and was among the first to establish an Indian office for a UK university. His forward-thinking approach made him a first mover in facilitating exchange programs and collaborations, which are recognized as the future of international education. Notably, he remains the only representative in India honored with a special contract for advancing collaborative activities between India and the UK.
He is frequently cited in The Times of India for his insights on UK education and has worked closely with the British Council over the years, further cementing his expertise and influence in the field.