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EPGP ’27 participants with Cedomir Nestorovic, following an engaging session on geopolitics and business, which delved into how global power shifts, political developments and changing alliances are shaping business decisions worldwide.

EPGP ’27 in Paris: From the world of business to the world beyond it

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Five days of ideas, conversations, classroom insights and experiences that brought French business and culture to life The second cohort of EPGP ’27 spent 17th to 21st August 2026 in Paris as part of its International Immersion at ESSEC Business School. Accompanied by Prof. Amar Sapra, Chairperson, EPGP, the cohort’s first five days brought together classroom sessions, conversations with entrepreneurs and business leaders, industry visits and an excursion to the Champagne region. Across these experiences, the cohort explored questions that went well beyond business frameworks — how culture shapes leadership,…

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EPGP ’27 takes on Berlin: Three days, plenty to discover

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From German business and family-owned enterprises to start-ups, sustainability and world-class manufacturing, the EPGP cohort’s Berlin immersion offered plenty of opportunities to learn, explore and see familiar concepts in a new light EPGP 2027 packed its bags and embarked on an exciting two-week International Immersion across three of Europe’s most dynamic cities, from 17th to 28th August 2026. The 74-member cohort’s journey spans the history and dynamism of Berlin, the cosmopolitan pulse of Madrid and the cultural and intellectual richness of Paris, with academic engagements at ESCP Business School and…

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From Geneva to the National Green Tribunal: Inside Prof. Rusha Das’s Research on Power and Policy

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Environmental regulation, governance from below, and Frugal AI — three strands of research asking who really shapes the rules. Prof. Rusha Das’s research in the Public Policy area at IIM Bangalore sits at the intersection of environmental politics, policymaking, and governance, with a particular interest in regulatory politics in fragmented governance contexts. Her research spans three interconnected areas. Professor Das’s research journey has a strong international dimension. She was awarded the Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship in 2020–21 for a research fellowship at the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies…

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IIM Bangalore’s ‘Shadow a Leader’ immerses graduating students in high-stakes decision-making arenas

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The initiative brought students into close engagement with the complexities that define modern-day leadership A defining feature of the IIMB learning experience is its emphasis on rigorous, practice-oriented management education. As part of this approach, 26 students from the graduating PGP Class of 2026 participated in the Shadow a Leader initiative, an experiential programme designed to place students in real-world decision-making areas prior to their graduation. Over a two-month period, participating students engaged closely with experienced leaders across corporate, government and social sectors. Through direct observation and interaction, they gained…

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Rare double treat

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Prof. G. Sabarinathan’s take on the life and learnings of celebrated investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala Prof. G. Sabarinathan, Retd. Professor of Finance and Accounting at IIM Bangalore and current Programme Director of the Fintech Programme, engages with Nandini Vijayaraghavan’s Rare: Investing the Rakesh Jhunjhunwala Way to offer up his well-rounded and unbridled review of the biography of a celebrated investor. The richly documented narrative of India’s market transformation, with scholarly precision and practitioner insight, explores how Jhunjhunwala’s journey mirrors the evolution of Indian finance, offering readers both a study in investing…

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EPGP students at Nova SBE, Portugal: Exploring Strategy, Innovation, and Sustainability

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The second week expanded the immersion with sessions on corporate strategy, leadership, innovation ecosystems, and sustainability The second week of the International Immersion at Nova School of Business & Economics (Nova SBE), Lisbon, deepened the cohort’s exposure to cutting-edge themes in Artificial Intelligence, organisational memory, leadership, innovation ecosystems, and ethical business practices. Accompanied by Prof. Jayadev M., Finance & Accounting area, IIMB, the students explored how global business theories intersect with technology, strategy, and sustainability in a rapidly evolving world. Day 4 – The Impact of AI in Business The…

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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