DDUGU Launches UP’s First Dual MBA Programme with Malaysia’s Lincoln University College
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University (DDUGU) has started Uttar Pradesh's first dual Master of Business Administration (MBA) program in collaboration with Lincoln University College (LUC), Malaysia. The announcement was made on July 2, 2026, after the university’s Executive Council approved the plan. Students who finish the program will receive MBA degrees from both universities. DDUGU is the first state-run university in Uttar Pradesh to offer this type of dual MBA. Vice-Chancellor Professor Poonam Tandon called this initiative a major step toward internationalizing higher education at the university.
Program Structure
The dual MBA program lasts for two academic years. Students will spend the first year at the Gorakhpur campus in India and the second year at Lincoln University College in Malaysia. Both institutions will award their respective MBA degrees at the end of the program. This program is designed to give students international academic exposure and direct experience with global business practices. University officials believe the two-degree structure may increase the chances of students from eastern Uttar Pradesh getting jobs in multinational companies.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Programme name | Dual MBA |
| Indian partner | Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University |
| Malaysian partner | Lincoln University College, Malaysia |
| Total duration | Two years |
| Year 1 location | Gorakhpur, India |
| Year 2 location | Lincoln University College, Malaysia |
| Degrees awarded | MBA from DDUGU and MBA from LUC |
| Starting session | Current academic session |
The MoU Behind the Programme
The dual MBA is the first academic offering from a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between DDUGU and LUC on March 2, 2026. Professor Dr Amiya Bhaumik, Founder and President of Lincoln University College, signed the agreement on behalf of the Malaysian institution. The MoU covers dual-degree programs, joint research, faculty exchange, and broader academic cooperation. It applies to undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD levels, which means more joint degrees between India and Malaysia may come in future sessions.
How to Apply for the Dual MBA Programme
The university has said that the fee structure and admission process for the dual MBA are still being finalized.
Both are expected to be announced within a week of the July 2 launch. Candidates should closely follow the official DDUGU website. Once the notification comes out, applicants need to check the eligibility rules, intake capacity, and selection process. Admission details will be posted on ddugu.ac.in. Passport processing and Malaysian student visa procedures will also be important before the second year begins.
Other New Programs at DDUGU
Alongside the dual MBA, the university has approved a Bachelor of Business Administration in Tourism and Hospitality Management (BBA-THM). This program will run under the Commerce Department from the current academic session and add to the university’s professional course offerings.
Action Plan for Candidates
- Bookmark the official website at ddugu.ac.in and check it daily for the admission notification.
- Keep your qualifying degree marksheet and provisional certificate ready in scanned form.
- Get a valid passport well in advance since the second year is in Malaysia.
- Track the fee announcement expected within the week and plan your two-year budget accordingly.
- Prepare identity, address, and category documents in both original and self-attested copies.
- Once the admission notice is out, submit the application before the closing date.