Madrid Immersion Highlights: EPGP ’26 at ESCP Business School

Week 2 spotlighted Spain’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, marketing insights, and the future of leadership in a technology-driven world The second week of the EPGP international immersion unfolded in Madrid, accompanied by Prof. Amar Sapra, Chairperson, EPGP, offering participants a deep dive into Spain’s entrepreneurial landscape, its marketing and business practices, and its role as a bridge between Europe and Latin America. Through a series of faculty-led sessions, company visits, and cultural experiences, the week combined academic rigor with practical insights and global perspectives. Day 1 The first day opened with sessions…

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Professor Rajesh Chandwani, Human Resources Management Area, IIM Ahmedabad.

Bearing witness to humanity: An interview with Professor Rajesh Chandwani on God, Vultures and Human

IIMB PhD alumnus shares the behind-the-scenes of producing the national award-winning documentary Professor Rajesh Chandwani, alumnus of the Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) at IIM Bangalore and faculty member in the HRM area at IIM Ahmedabad, recently won the Best Documentary Film Award at the 71st National Film Awards (2023) for God, Vultures and Human. Produced in collaboration with Studio Lichi and directed by Rishiraj Agarwal, the film brings to the fore the pivotal and indispensable role of Organ Transplant Coordinators (OTCs) in India’s transplant ecosystem. A pediatrician by training…

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Students of the EPGP 2025-26 batch pictured at ESCP Business School, Berlin Campus, during the international immersion.

Reflections from Berlin: EPGP ’26 immersion at ESCP Business School

Week 1 offered an intimate understanding of German economic and entrepreneurial advancementsThe first week of the EPGP international immersion at ESCP Berlin unfolded as a rich on-the-ground education in the economic, political and entrepreneurial advancements of Germany. With the help of a cadre of native coordinators from Berlin and a diverse group of travel companions that included Prof. Ludvig Levasseur, Entrepreneurship area, IIMB, the visit helped develop an intimate understanding of Germany’s advanced and emerging markets and drew meaningful connections to India and the wider global context. Day 1 Day…

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EPGP students begin International Immersion at Nova SBE, Portugal

The first three days featured sessions on international trade, macroeconomics, and Portugal’s growth outlook Executive Post Graduate Programme in Management (EPGP) International Immersion Programme at Nova School of Business & Economics, Portugal, opened with an engaging mix of academic insights and industry experiences. A batch of EPGP students, accompanied by Prof. Abhoy K Ojha, OB&HRM area, began their journey by exploring global business theories, macroeconomic frameworks, and the Portuguese outlook on growth and innovation. The opening lecture was delivered by Prof. Emanuel Gomes, Professor of Strategy and International Business at…

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The IIMB Sustainability Task Force, chaired by Professor Haritha Saranga, environmentalist Ms. Smita Kulkarni, and gynaecologist Dr. Meenakshi Bharath, along with staff and volunteers.

Green the Red: How IIMB is a Model for Eco-Friendly Menstrual Hygiene

Menstrual hygiene isn’t just a health concern; it’s a climate change at IIMB Menstruation is natural and non-negotiable, but the way it is managed often comes at a high environmental cost. In India, an estimated 12.3 billion disposable sanitary pads are discarded every year, contributing over 113,000 tonnes of plastic waste. Most of this waste ends up in landfills or incinerators. Each pad, made with up to 90% plastic, can take 500 to 800 years to decompose, while their production and disposal generate significant carbon emissions. At IIMB, this challenge…

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The Tony James Centre for Private Equity and Venture Capital – Thoughts on an Academic Agenda

By G.Sabarinathan, PhD1 On August 6, 2025, IIMB inaugurated the Tony James Centre for Private Equity & Venture Capital, from a generous endowment by Mathew Cyriac, IIMB alumnus and successful fund manager, now founding partner at Florintree Capital. A hugely farsighted initiative Mathew’s endowment demonstrates a hugely farsighted vision for two obvious reasons.  One, private capital[2] has been increasing its footprint in India, both in terms of the quantum of funds deployed as well as the activities it has funded.  From a relatively small sum of $ 170 mn in…

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From Waste to Flame: How the Biogas system at IIMB turns food waste into clean energy

In-campus biogas system that transforms daily leftovers into cooking fuel and compost In a world increasingly turning its attention to sustainable living, IIMB stands out with a hands-on, efficient approach to waste management, particularly in food waste. At the heart of this initiative is a biogas plant that doesn’t just process waste; it powers kitchens, nourishes the soil, and sets an example for others. Converting Waste into Clean Energy Installed in 2016, IIMB’s biogas plant has become an integral part of its sustainability ecosystem. With a treatment capacity of 400…

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How Saksham Is Reimagining Rural School Development in Karnataka

At IIM Bangalore, education isn’t confined to the boundaries of classrooms and case studies. Spearheaded by Prof. Gopal Naik, Chairperson, Centre for Public Policy, Saksham brings together years of IIMB’s work in school development, launched during its Golden Jubilee celebrations in 2023. The vision of inclusive, grassroots change is now taking firm root, quite literally, in the villages and schools of Karnataka. Saksham, translated from Sanskrit, means “able.” The Centre engages with the local Gram Panchayat, the Zila Panchayat, as well as the School Development Management Committee consisting of parents,…

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IIM Bangalore’s Textbook Recycle and Reuse Initiative: A Step towards Sustainability

IIMB’s commitment to sustainability through textbook reuse At the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB), sustainability is not just a principle; it is a practice integrated into everyday academic life. The textbook Recycle and Reuse Initiative reflects the institute’s commitment to reducing environmental impact through mindful resource use. How It Started: From Choice to Change The Textbook Recycle and Reuse campaign at IIM Bangalore launched in 2023, under the “Beyond Books at B” campaign, a collaboration between IIMB’s Sustainability Taskforce and the Environment & Sustainability (ENS), a student-run club that…

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A glimpse from the two-day National Conclave on Organ Donation held at IIMB on September 2 - 3, 2023.

Building Social Sustainability Through Organ Donation Research at IIMB

Satyajit Roy, PhD scholar at IIMB, focuses his research on public healthcare systems. Satyajit Roy is a PhD research scholar at IIM Bangalore in the Production and Operations Management area. His research interests are in the environmental and social sustainability value chains. One of his core research projects explores systemic inefficiencies in India’s organ donation ecosystem, where the deceased organ donation rate remains under one per million population (PMP). He is currently working under the guidance of Prof. Haritha Saranga, his Dissertation Advisory Committee Chair. Prof. Haritha Saranga, Chairperson, Sustainability…

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