Background And Growth Of HIMT Group
Founder’s Message to the Students, best exemplifies the Vision of HIMT Group of Institutes:
It is the responsibility of the industry to come forward and empower academic institutions so that students get the right opportunities to succeed in the global mainstream. HIMT Group of Institutes are the realization of my personal dream.”
“The founding vision of HIMT springs from a belief that there is a lot of young talent here in India. With good stewardship and encouragement, they can rise to the highest levels globally in technology and leadership.
Our elegant HIMT campus is conducive to serious academics and vibrant extra-curricular activities. It is our constant endeavor to bring to HIMT College, the best in technology and infrastructure, as we progress towards accomplishing our vision of being a center of excellence.
Dear students, you have many roles to play. You are the nation-builders. You are the movers of technology. You are the agents of change. It is our fervent hope that the years that you spend in HIMT would enable you to be sophisticated users of technology and equip you with leadership skills. The knowledge that you will gain, the fine qualities that you will imbibe, and the technical skills that you will learn to apply will be your major contribution to your parents, to society, and to the nation.
I, as the weaver of a dream, urge you, the members of the techno-generation of India, to explore the world of technology, scale the heights of creativity and innovation, and above all, to transform your learning experience to become exemplary human beings. There are strong challenges to great effort but, always remember, great effort bears the sweet fruit of success.”
About
Dr. Sanjeev S.Vakil
HIMT Group of Institutes is the outcome of Dr. Sanjeev S.Vakil’s ardent desire to give back to the society that nurtured him. Dr. Sanjeev S.Vakil, a pioneer in the field of Maritime Education and Training founded Hindustan Institute of Maritime Training (HIMT) which is today an acknowledged leader in the Shipping world.
As the CEO of HIMT Group, Dr. Sanjeev S.Vakil has played a pivotal role in the rise of India as a formidable power in Maritime Education and Training. His commitment to professional excellence and global quality is today a benchmark for other Maritime Training Institutes in India.
HIMT is an outcome of the vision and initiative of Mr. Vakil. It only follows that the institution reflects the ideals of its Founder and seeks to achieve excellence in maritime education and Training.
Dr. Sanjeev S. Vakil, an alumnus from the 1990 batch of Mechanical Engineering from Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering recently conferred “Distinguished Alumnus Award” for his professional achievements, contribution to the society.
Great Effort
Bears the
Sweet Fruit
of Success
Vision Statement
HIMT is committed to achieving the satisfaction of customers and other stakeholders by:
1. Providing a high standard of maritime education and training that meets or exceeds the industry expectations through excellent Faculty, Staff and infrastructure
2. Designing, developing and delivering courses that meet the customers training requirements using innovative methodologies.
3. Continually monitoring, measuring and improving the Quality standards in line with industry expectations
The above objectives shall be accomplished in compliance with relevant Statutory and Recommendatory Regulations of National and International bodies including STCW 78 and its amendments.
Mission Statement
To impart quality training and education in the marine sector and nurture the interest of the mariners through various formal / non formal methods by providing a platform where knowledge is effectively dispensed to all seekers in a congenial atmosphere.
Core Values
- Continuous Focus on Excellence.
- Operate Ethically with Integrity
- Doing the right thing, every time.
- Student focus and engagement.
- Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
Candidates joining HIMT for one course have repeatedly chosen HIMT for other courses periodically even after having become the Master / Chief Engineer of a ship. HIMT represents the highest overall value in terms of location, Infrastructure facilities, aesthetic interiors with World Class facilities and above all delivers Quality Education and Services to the candidates by competent, dedicated faculty and staff.
HIMT Offshore, an independent entity of HIMT Group of Institutes, becomes the 1st institute in SOUTH INDIA to offer UK MCA-approved courses to the industry. HIMT as is known to offer quality training at the most competitive fees and serving the maritime industry for about 23 years. HIMT is the only institute of India, which offers maximum courses approved by DG Shipping and is the only institute of India to offer all disciplines of Presea courses (Nautical cadets, Engineering cadets, GP ratings, ETO) to specialized post sea courses including revalidation courses for Masters and Chief Engineers, and EXTRA First-class engineering course under one umbrella. HIMT Offshore is also approved by Marshall Islands and Liberian Administrations.
HIMT has also Upgraded the quality systems from ISO 9001:2008 to ISO 9001:2015 Standards and has been continuing to receive OUTSTANDING – GRADE A1 for its courses for Quality. We have additionally been also awarded “MARITIME TRAINING PROVIDER” certification by DNV-GL which is over and above ISO certification for Quality.
HIMT has been rated “outstanding” (SMERA Grade 1) for all its courses by an authorized rating agency appointed by the Government of India. The grading exercise was carried out by a team of experts who have done an extensive comparison of all the training facilities and awarded the highest rating having been impressed by World Class training standards of HIMT, which is now the benchmark for all the other Institutes.
HIMT has been receiving at least one International or National award in recognition of its commitment to Maritime Training, consecutively since 2006 – Sea Trade Middle East and Indian Sub-continent Award, Exemplary Personal Achievement Award from Sailor Today, Grade A1 (OUTSTANDING) by Worlds largest Classification society DNV-GL and Class NK presented by DGS in 2014 are noteworthy. HIMT has also won the Maritime Education & Training award at The Maritime Standard Awards in 2019 at Dubai.