Newslettervol 4 Issue 1

AIMS eNewsletter No.4 | Issue No.
1 | Sep 2018
FROM PRESIDENT’S DESK
Dear Members,
Greetings from AIMS!
At the outset, I would like to thank all the AIMS Members for electing me as the
President and giving me an opportunity to serve this Networking Body. I assure you all
that the existing schemes and activities of AIMS will be continued and additional
innovative and useful activities will get added, to take this body to greater heights.
I am happy to release AIMS eNewsletter, Vol 4, No. 1 which covers the period July and
August 2018 when many important events took place not only at AIMS but also at its
Member Institutions. They are all highlighted in this issue with coverage of 30th AIMS
Annual Convention 2018 held at Bangalore and also a list of New Board Members.
I look forward to your valuable participation in this knowledge dissemination activity by

reporting suggestions / recommendations contributing to development and improvement
of Management Education in the country that emanate from the academic events
conducted at your institution.
With fraternal regards,
Dr Rattan Sharma
President, AIMS and
Principal Director
Delhi School of Business (DSB)
New Delhi
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AIMS eNewsletter No.4 | Issue No.1 | Sep 2018
CONTENTS
S.No Name of the Institution Page No
Highlights of Events 03 – 12
Prastavana Schedule 13 – 19
AIMS Executive Board Members & Regional Vice Presidents 20 – 24
North Zone
Institute of Management Studies, Banaras Hindu University
1) 25 – 27
Varanasi
East Zone
2) Army Institute of Management, Kolkatta 28 – 29
3) Institute of Business Management, Ranchi 30 – 39
4) Asian School of Business Management, Bhubaneswar 40 – 41
Bhavan’s Centre for Communication and Management,
5) 42 – 52
Bhubaneswar
AIMS International Seminar BCCM, Bhubaneswar 53 – 58
West Zone
6) Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwa Vidyalaya, Indore 59
7) Shri Vaishnav Institute of Technology & Sciences, Indore 60 – 71
Academic Acitivities at IIEBM Indus Business School 72 – 75
South Zone
8) School of Management Studies, Vijayawada 76 – 78
9) Dhruva College of Management, Hyderabad 79 – 81
International conference on ‘Current trends in Business
10) 82 - 85
Practices & Management Education, ISBR, Bengaluru
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Highlights of AIMS Events
S No Date Name of the Event Pg No

Seventh AIMS Executive Board Meeting at Prin L N
1. 30/08/2018 Welingkar Institute of Management Development & 3
Research, Bangalore
AIMS Annual General Meeting at Prin L N Welingkar
2. 31/08/2018 Institute of Management Development & Research, 4
Bangalore
First AIMS Executive Board Meeting at Infosys
3. 01/09/2018
Convention Center, Bangalore
Highlights of AIMS Events
AIMS 7th Executive Board Meeting held on 30th August 2018 at Prin L N Welingkar Institute
of Management Development & Research, Bangalore
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AIMS Annual General Meeting at Prin L N Welingkar Institute of Management

Development & Research, Bangalore
First AIMS Executive Board Meeting at Infosys Convention Center, Bangalore
30th AIMS Annual Management Education Convention at Infosys Convention Centre, Bangalore
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Lighting of Lamp by all the

dignitaries at the Inaugural
Function
Inaugural address by Dr Anil

Rao Paila, President, AIMS
and Sr Dean & Director,
WeSchool, Bangalore
Addressing the delegates

Prof J Phillip, Founder
President, AIMS
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Distinguished Chief Guest, Mr

Deepak Padaki Executive
Vice President, Group Head,
Corporate Strategy and Chief
Risk Officer, Infosys Ltd,
Bengaluru
Adv S K Jain, Guest of

Honor Addressing the
gathering
Vote of Thanks
Prof (Dr) Uday Salunke
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Felicitation to AIMS
Former Presidents
Plenary Session I - “Leading

Change in Management
Education – Leading Self,
Leading Others, Leading
Change”
Key Note Address

Mr Sreekanth A
Keynote address on
“Future of Management
Education”
Prof Anil D
Sahasrabudhe
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Cultural Program
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Plenary Session II – “Co-creating

the Future”
Plenary Session III – “Innovation

in Management Education:
Sharing of Best Practices”
Plenary Session IV – “Research

Initiatives and Quality Benchmarks in
Management Education”
Plenary Session V – “How are we

going to survive Tsunami of Tech
Disruption”?
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Mr D Shiv Kumar, Chief Guest

Addressing the gathering
Ravi J Matthai National Fellow Award
Prof (Dr) Upinder Dhar
Mr Vijay Aggarwal
Mr Ajit Joshi
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Dr T Mohanasundaram receives
AIMS Ramaswamy P Aiyar Young
Teacher Award
Dr Meenakshi Tomar (Runner-up)

receives AIMS Ramaswamy P
Aiyar Young Teacher Award
Dr P Raghunadha Reddy receives

AIMS ICFAI Best Teacher Award
Dr Rattan Sharma,
New President,
AIMS addressing the gathering
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Infosys Convention Centre and its Team Members
Research Paper Presenters at WeSchool Campus
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PRASTAVANA
Theme: Management Education: Connecting the Dots
Schedule
Day 1 30th August, 2018 Thursday at Infosys Convention Centre
03.00 pm to 04.00 pm Inaugural Function
Address by AIMS President Dr Anil Rao Paila President AIMS, Senior
Dean & Director S. P. Mandali’s Prin L N
Welingkar Institute of Management
Development & Research, Bengaluru
About AIMS Prof Joe Phillip Founder President, AIMS
Chairman, XIME, Bengaluru
Distinguished Chief Guest Mr Deepak Padaki Executive Vice
President, Group Head, Corporate
Strategy and Chief Risk Officer, Infosys
Ltd, Bengaluru
Guest of Honor Adv S K Jain Chairman S P Mandali
Trust, Pune
Vote of Thanks Dr Uday Salunkhe, Group Director S. P.
Mandali’s Prin L N Welingkar Institute of
Management Development & Research,
(WeSchool) & Convention Chief Patron
Special Felicitation to Past Presidents of AIMS & Group photo
04.00pm to 05.00pm Plenary Session – I
Theme: Leading Change in Management Education – Leading Self,
Leading Others, Leading Change
A Brief Note on the Theme:

Management Education, with dynamic complexities of business, needs
to redefine itself in terms of not just functional areas, but also strategy
and leadership. To meet the market demand, leaders should confidently
motivate their teams to achieve optimum results. Management
education needs to re-design itself to distinguish management myth
from reality. Understanding the motivations of colleagues and
competitors, recognizing strengths and blind spots in oneself and others,
building emotional intelligence to communicate effectively, influencing
others from a position with or without authority, managing within
organizational hierarchies, and earning trust and building relationships
need to be the areas to be focused on when it comes to leading change
in management education to connect the dots.
Session Chair Dr Uday Salunkhe, Group Director S. P.
Mandali’s Prin L N Welingkar Institute of
Management Development & Research,
(WeSchool) & Convention Chief Patron
Speaker 1 Padma Bhushan B Muthuraman
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Ex Chairman, Tata International; Ex Vice

Chairman, Tata Steel
Speaker 2 Dr N Muthukumar
President, Automotive Axles Ltd
Chairman, CII-Karnataka State Council
Speaker 3 Prof G Raghuram, Director, IIM,
Bengaluru
05.00pm to 05.30 pm Tea Break
05.30 pm to 06.30 pm Key Note Address Mr Sreekanth A, Co-Managing Director &
Senior Vice President, Integrated
Workforce Management, DXC, India
Prof Dr Anil Sahasrabuddhe, Chairman,
AICTE, New Delhi
Topic: Future of Management Education
06.30 pm to 07.30 pm Cultural Program
07.30 pm to 09.30 pm Networking Dinner
Day 2 31st August, 2018 , Friday At Infosys Convention Centre
09.30 am to 11.00 pm Plenary Session – II
Theme: Co-creating the Future

The future of management education cannot be considered without
contemplating the future of work, the economy and market dynamics.
We can advance our theoretical and managerial understanding of
efficient and effective collaborative practices through innovation from a
co-creation perspective to connect the dots. In doing so, we can uncover
a portfolio of practices that facilitate resource integration and innovation
among management educators, regulatory bodies, corporate and other
stakeholders with the help of design professionals. Adapting technology
innovatively to create a greater presence in the market through open
courseware like MOOCs should be a practice that is adopted by all
business schools.
Session Chair Mr Sudheesh Venkatesh, CPO, Azim
Premji Foundation, Bengaluru
Speaker 1 Dr Bhimraya Metri Director, IIM Trichy
Speaker 2 Dr P D Jose, Chair, Digital learning
Professor - Strategy, IIM Bengaluru
Speaker 3 Mr Kamal Bali, MD, Volvo India,
Bengaluru
11.00 am to 11.30 am Tea Break
11.30 am to 01.00 pm Plenary Session – III
Theme: Innovation in Management Education: Sharing of Best
Practices
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Globalization and the development of technology have brought both

challenges and opportunities to Management Education. The rising
demands of social and private enterprises act as strong catalysts that
maximize the real-world application of innovation. To connect these
dots, innovations in management education should address the practical
aspects of the required reforms which should include fine-tuning course
design in tandem with current industry trends, ensuring Learning
Outcomes based on innovative Content delivery and finally assessing
knowledge relevance to contemporary management standards.
Session Chair Mr Balachandar Natarajan
CHRO, Coffee Day Group, Bengaluru
Speaker 1 Prof Chandrashekar Sripada
Practice Professor (OB and Strategic
Human Capital) Executive Director
(Human Capital and Leadership
Initiatives), Indian School of Business,
Hyderabad
Speaker 2 Dr Ashis K Pani
Dean, Academics, XLRI, Jamshedpur
Speaker 3 Dr Renuka Kamath
Professor & Head - Marketing, Member -
Governing Council, SPJIMR, Mumbai
Speaker 4 Ms Diana Hallerud
Associate Director- Accreditation,
ACBSP, USA
01.00 pm to 02.00 pm Lunch Break
02.00 pm to 03.30 pm Plenary Session - IV
Theme: Research Initiatives and Quality Benchmarks in
Management Education

Quality initiatives are a continuous process to set necessary standards
needed for the management profession, industry, academia and society
at large. Both national and international accreditation criteria keep
changing with changing dimensions in management. Accreditation
bodies like AACSB, EFMD, ACBSP, SAQS, NBA, etc., create quality
benchmarks for various interventions in management education to bring
value proposition to all stakeholders. With changing business models
and practices in the industry, management education needs to
emphasise on industry based research and set a new norm to connect
these dots.
Session Chair Dr M R Rao, Ex Dean, ISB, Hyderabad
Panelist 1 Dr Jeffery Alderman, CEO, ACBSP, USA
Panelist 2 Dr Krishna Venkateshiah
India Rep, Peregrine, New Delhi
Panelist 3 Ms Eileen Peacock
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Global Head, EFMD, USA

Panelist 4 Ms Amy Memon Manager
Accreditation Services, AACSB,
Singapore
04.30 pm to 06.30 pm Concurrent Sessions – AIMS Competitions, WE School: Ground Floor
a) AIMS - WeSchool Innovation Award
Jury
Dr D Y Patil
Director
Guru Nanak Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai
Dr Narayana Reddy
Group Director
Sanskrithi Group of institutions, Puttaparthi
Dr Ramesh
Ex HoD & Dean
Dept. of Commerce, Goa University, Goa
b) AIMS - RCM Best B-School Director Award Jury

Jury
Dr Uday Salunkhe
Group Director
S. P. Mandali’s - Prin L N Welingkar Institute of Management
Development & Research, (WeSchool) & Convention Chief
Patron
Dr Apoorva Palkar
COO - Education & Skills
Sakal Group, Pune
c) AIMS - ICFAI Best Teacher Award

Jury
Dr Shefali Gautam
Director
Shiva Institute of Management Studies, Ghaziabad
Dr Tapan K Panda
Dean
Jindal Global Business School, Sonipat
d) AIMS Best Student Paper Award

Jury
Dr Parag Kalkar
Director
Sinhgad Institute of Management (SIOM), Pune
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Mr Sudhir Sharma
Member Secretary
Master School of Management, Meerut
Prof S S Prasad Rao

Director, Academic Affairs
GITAM University, Vishakapatnam
e) AIMS J L Batra Best Research Paper Award

Jury
Dr Jitendra Kumar Mishra
Director
MATS Institute of Management and Entrepreneurship (MIME),
Bengaluru
Dr Nandagopal Director, XIME, Cochin
f) AIMS Best Case Award

Jury
Dr Upinder Dhar
Vice Chancellor
Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore
Dr Bigyan Verma
Director
SIES College of Management Studies (SIESCOMS), Mumbai
g) AIMS National Management Week Award

Jury
Prof Mohd Masood Ahmed
Director
INDO-US Hospital, Hyderabad
Dr B V Sangvikar
Professor & Head (Addl. Charge)
Department of Commerce
Savitribai Phule Pune University, Pune
h) AIMS Ramaswamy P Aiyar Best Young Teacher Award

Jury
Dr Sujata Mangaraj
Director cum Dean (Academics)
Bhavan’s Centre for Communication and Management (BCCM)
Bhubaneshwar
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Dr Rattan Sharma
Principal Director
Delhi School of Business
Vivekananda Institute of Professional studies, New Delhi
i) AIMS Datawise Budding Manager Award

Jury
Dr Narayana Reddy
Group Director
Sanskrithi Group of Institutions, Puttaparthi
j) Concurrent Sessions – Research Papers We School: First Floor
Convention Director
Dr D N Murthy
S. P. Mandali’s Prin L N Welingkar Institute of Management
Development & Research, (WeSchool), Bengaluru
k) AIM-AIMS Conscious Capitalism Simulation Competition 2018

Jury
Dr Ernie Cadotte
PH. D., MBA
John W. Fisher Professor of Innovative Learning, USA
Dr Rajkumar Phatate
Associate Professor
FLAME University, Pune
Mr Jayant Shah
Director
Academy of Indian Marketing, Bengaluru
Prof Dr Bindu Agrawal

Professor of Entrepreneurship and a master Trainer of trainers ,
Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies,
Faridabad, Delhi (NCR)
06.45 pm to 07.30 pm Annual General Meeting at WeSchool, Bengaluru
07.30 pm to 09.30 pm Cultural Program & Dinner at WeSchool, Amphitheatre
Day 3 1st September, 2018, Saturday, at Infosys Convention Centre

09.30 am to 11.00 am Plenary Session V
Theme: How are we going to survive Tsunami of Tech Disruption?

Automation, digital platforms, and other disruptive innovations are
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drastically altering the primary nature of work. The growth of automation

aided by technologies including robotics and Artificial Intelligence, Data
Science & Analytics brings the assurance of greater productivity,
increased efficiencies, safety, and convenience. On the flip side, such
technologies also raise difficult questions about the broader impact of
automation on careers, skills, and the nature of work itself. Taking
cognizance of such issues can help future business managers gear up
to meet the changing demands of work. Management Education needs
to adopt to changes in work places of the future and connect the dots.
Session Chair Mr Raj Raghavan
CHRO, Indigo, New Delhi
Panelist 1 Mr Srikanth N R
Managing Director, HR, Accenture,
Bengaluru
Panelist 2 Mr Narayanan Ramaswamy
Partner and Head, Education KPMG
India, Chennai
Panelist 3 Mr Thiru Natarajan
Director HR, IBM, Bengaluru
11.00 am to 11.30 am Tea break
11.30 am to 01.00 pm Valedictory Function & Awards ceremony
Address by AIMS President Dr Anil Rao Paila
President – AIMS
Senior Dean & Director
S. P. Mandali’s Prin L N Welingkar
Institute of Management Development &
Research, Bengaluru
Chief Guest Mr D Shiv Kumar
Head Strategy and Business
Development Aditya Birla Group
Award Ceremony
AIMS President (2018-19) Dr Rattan Sharma
Principal Director
Delhi School of Business (DSB)
Vivekananda Institute of Professional
Studies, New Delhi.
Vote of Thanks Dr D N Murthy
Convention Director & Dean, Marketing &
Research
S. P. Mandali’s Prin L N Welingkar
Institute of Management Development &
Research, (WeSchool), Bengaluru
01.00 pm to 02.00 pm Lunch
02.00 pm to 02.45 pm First Executive Board Meeting of 2018-19 at Infosys Convention Center,
Bangalore
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AIMS EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS AND REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENTS 2018-2019

President East
Dr Rattan Sharma Dr Sujata Mangaraj

Principal Director Director cum Dean (Academics)
Delhi School of Business (DSB) Bhavan’s Centre for Communication and
Vivekananda Institute of Professional Management (BCCM)
Studies Technical Campus C/o Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan
AU Block, Outer Ring Road, Pitampura Bhubaneswar Kendra, (Behind Keshari Cinema
New Delhi – 110 034 & RBI), Plot No. 9, Kharavel Nagar, Unit - III
Tel: 011 – 27343401 Bhubaneswar - 751001, Orissa
Mob: 9910171010 Tel: 9437026780
Email: rattan.sharma@dsb.edu.in Email: drsujatamangaraj@gmail.com,
drsujatamangaraj@yahoo.com
Treasurer
West
Dr P Narayana Reddy
Group Director Dr Ajit Singh Thethi
Sanskrithi Group of Institutions Director General
Puttaparthi - 515134, Anantapur Guru Nanak Institute of Management Studies
Andhra Pradesh G N Khalsa College Campus
Mob: 9440114709 Kings Circle, Matunga (E)
Email: groupdirector@sanskrithibschool.com, Mumbai – 400 019, Maharashtra
profpnr@yahoo.co.in Tel: 022-24043927/28
Mob: 9322232633
Immediate Past President Email: ajitsingh.thethi@gmail.com
Dr Anil Rao Paila South

Sr. Dean & Director
Welingkar Institute of Management Dr Jitendra Kumar Mishra
Development & Research Director
No 102 & 103, Electronic City, MATS Institute of Management and
Phase 1 Next to BSNL Telephone Entrepreneurship (MIME)
Exchange Hosur Road 44/4, District Fund Road, Behind Big Bazar
Bangalore – 560 100 9th Block Jayanagar
Tel: 080 – 41742108 Bengaluru - 560069, Karnataka
Mob: 9341240724 Tel: 080 – 46501780
Email: anil.rao@welingkar.org Mob: 9686277440
Email: jitendra.mishra@mime.ac.in
Regional Vice Presidents
Members
North
North
Mr Sudhir Sharma
Member Secretary Dr Tapan Kumar Panda
Master School of Management Dean
F-17, Shastri Nagar Jindal Global Business School
Meerut – 250005 O P Jindal Global University
Tel: 0121-2763441 Sonipat – Narela Road
Mob: 9837065711 / 9359222222 Sonipat – 131 001, Haryana
Email: sudhirsharma@msmindia.org Tel: 0130 - 4091800/01/02
Mob: 7082464800
Email: tkpanda@jgu.edu.in
20
East Thumkunta, Ranga Reddy Dist

Hyderabad – 500 078, Telangana
Dr Priti Ranjan Majhi Mob: 9440849152
Principal Email: principal@vishwavishwani.ac.in
Regional College of Management
Chakadola Vihar, Chandresekharpur Dr C Manohar
Bhubaneswar - 751023, Odisha Dean
Tel: 0674-2300421 ISBR Business School
Mob: 9439329300 / 9090080811 # 107, Near Infosys
Email: principal@rcm.ac.in Behind BSNL Telephone Exchange
Electronics City, Phase I
Dr R K Patra Bangalore – 560 100, Karnataka
Principal Mob: 9341732220
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavans’ Email: dean@isbr.in
Institute of Management Science
Block – FA, Sector III, Salt Lake On Reciprocal Basis
Kolkata – 700 097
Mob: 8336068578 Mr Alain Dominique Perrin
Email: rkparta58@hotmail.com President
European Foundation for Management
West Development (EFMD)
Rue Gachard 88 - Box 3
Dr Parag Kalkar 1050 Brussel, Belgium
Director Ph: +3226290810
Sinhgad Institute of Management Fax: +3226290811
S No.44/1 Vadgaon (Budruk) Email: info@efmd.org
Off Sinhgad Road
Pune – 411041 Mr Jeffery Alderman
Tel: 020-24356592 24358360 President & CEO
Mob: 9881000922 Accreditation Council for Business Schools and
Email: pckalkar@gmail.com Programs (ACBSP)
director_siom@sinhgad.edu 11520 West 119th Street
Overland Park, KS 66213 USA
Dr Prafulla Arjun Pawar Tel: 913.339.9356
Professor and HoD Email: jalderman@acbsp.org
Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA)
Savitribai Phule Pune University Mr Abdul Rahman Mubaarique
Ganeshkhind, Pune – 411 007, Maharashtra President, AMDISA and
Tel: 020 2569 3344 Dean
Mob: 9422339173 MNU Business School,
Email: mypumba@gmail.com Maldives National University
Male'
South Email: abdulrahman.mubaarique@mnu.edu.mv
dean@fmc.edu.mv
Prof S S Prasada Rao
Director, Centre for Learning & Sustainability Mr Harshavardhan Neotia
GITAM University President, AIMA &
Gandhi Nagar Campus, Rushikonda Chairman
Visakhapatnam – 530045, Andhra Pradesh Ambuja Neotia Group
Mob: 9441968259 Management House
Email: director_cls@gitam.edu 14, Institutional Area, Lodhi Road
New Delhi 110 003
Prof Shrinivas Acharya T Tel: 011-24635012; Fax: 011-24626689
Principal Director Email: hneotia@aima.in
Vishwa Vishwani School of Business
Sy No. 129 & 130
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Founder President Mob: (0) 9835182264

Email: thomas@ximb.ac.in
Prof J Philip (1988-92)
Chairman Dr Ashok Joshi (1999-2000)
Xavier Institute of Management Director General
& Entrepreneurship (XIME) Indian Institute of Cost and Management
Electronics City Phase – II Studies & Research (IndSearch)
Hosur Road, Bangalore 561 229 85/1, Law College Road
Tel: 080-28528597/98. Pune - 411 004.
Email: chairman@xime.org Tel: 020 – 25431972/25441524
Email: joshiashok@indsearch.org
Former Presidents
Prof D Panduranga Rao (2000-01)
(Late) Dr P K Ghosh (1992-93) Academic Advisor
SITAM
Prof Y K Bhushan (1993-94) 1-9-8-1/1, Beside State Bank of Hyderabad
Senior Advisor & Campus Head Ramnagar, VST Cross Road
IBS Mumbai Hyderabad 500 028
Hiranandani Knowledge Park Cell: 8808813737
Opp. Hiranandani Hospital Email: drdpandurangarao@gmail.com
Off. Technology Street,
Powai, Mumbai – 400 076 (Late) Dr J L Batra (2001-02)
Ph: 91 022 43434343 Fr E Abraham S J (2002-03)
Fax: 022 40434301 Director
Email: ykbhushan@ibsindia.org XLRI - Xavier School of Management
P B No. 222, C H Area (East)
Dr Subir Chowdhury (1994-95) Jamshedpur - 831001, Jharkhand
50 U, Garcha Road Tel: 0657-2231525, Fax: 0657-2227814
Calcutta – 700 019. E-Mail: director@xlri.ac.in
Tel: 033-2461 9625/9407
Email: iibm_ghy@sify.com Fr Romuald D'Souza, S J (2003-04)
Xavier Centre of Historical Research
Dr Abad Ahmad (1995-96) B B Borpar Road, Alto-Porvorim
A1 – 302, Milan Vihar Housing Society Bardez Goa 403521, India.
72 – I P Extension, Patparganj Email: rdsouzasj@gmail.com
Delhi – 110 092 rdsouzasj@yahoo.co.in
Tel: 011-27667871, 09818309403
Email: abadahmad@gmail.com Dr V Panduranga Rao (2004-05)
Group Advisor
(Late) Prof Ramaswamy P. Aiyar (1996-97) ICFAI
Prof (Dr) Rakesh Khurana (1997-98) Plot No. 52, Nagarjuna Hills
Chairman Hyderabad
Knowlege Network India (P) Limited Tel: 040-23440950, 9949006289
KNI House, V-9/10 Email: vprao48@gmail.com
DLF Phase 3
Gurgaon – 122 002 Dr Devi Singh (2005-06)
Tel: 0124 – 4064788/4146165 Former Vice Chancellor
Email: rk@kni.in Flame
Gat No. 1270, Lavale, Off. Pune Bangalore
Fr Thomas P D, SJ (1998-99) Highway, Pune - 412115, Maharashtra
Professor, Organisational Behaviour Mob: 9818623000
Xavier Institute of Management Email: vc@flame.edu.in
Xavier Square
Bhubaneswar 751013
Tel: 0674-3983803
Fax: 0674 - 2300995/2300686
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Prof Shekhar Chaudhuri (2006-07) Dr D Y Patil (2012-13)

Professor, Strategic Management Director
Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta Guru Nanak Institute of Management Studies
Diamond Harbour Road G N Khalsa College Campus, Kings Circle
Joka, Kolkata (Calcutta) – 700104 Matunga, Mumbai - 400019, Maharashtra
Tel: 033-24678310 Tel: 022-24043927/28
Email: chaudhurishekhar@gmail.com, Fax: 022-24043933
shekhar@iimcal.ac.in Email: dattajipatil@rediffmail.com
dypatil@gnims.com
Prof (Dr) Uday Salunkhe (2007-08)
Group Director Dr Apoorva Palkar (2013-14)
Prin. L. N. Welingkar Institute of Management Director
Development & Research Innovation, Incubation and Linkage
Lakhamsi Napoo Road Savitribai Phule Pune University
Next to R.A Podar College, Near Matunga (Formerly University of Pune), Pune
Central Railway Station Matunga Tel: 020 2569 3344
Mumbai – 400 019 Email: apoorva.palkar@gmail.com
Tel: 022 – 24178300/24105332
E-mail: udaysalunkhe66@gmail.com Prof (Dr) Upinder Dhar (2014-15)
Vice Chancellor
Prof M Rammohan Rao (2008-09) Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya
Professor and Dean Emeritus, ISB Sanwer Road
Apt#309, Uma Park view Apartments Indore - 453111
Road no: 5, Banjara Hills Phone: 0731 - 2729072-75, 2349111-12
Hyderabad-34 Email: upinderdhar@gmail.com,
Email: mrrao41@yahoo.com vc.svvv@gmail.com
Prof (Dr) Shefali Gautam (2009-10) Prof (Dr) L N Bhagat (2015-16)

Director Group Director
Shiva Institute of Management Studies Satyendra Narayan Sinha
364-365, Pandav Nagar Industrial Area Institute of Business Management
Bulandshahar Road, NH-24 Dhurwa, Ranchi - 834 004
Ghaziabad – 201 002 Tel: 0651 - 2408907, 2405950
Mob: 09818448783 Email: lnbhagat1@gmail.com
Ph: 0120 – 2702412/2703521
Fax: 0120 – 2700193 Dr Balkrishan V Sangvikar (2016-17)
Email: director@shivaims.edu.in, Professor
director.shivaims@gmail.com Department of Management Sciences (PUMBA)
Ex.Dean Faculty of Management, SPPU
Prof (Dr) Prabir Pal (2010-11) Savitribai Phule Pune University
Secretary (Formerly University of Pune), Pune
Regional College of Management Tel: 020 2569 3344, 9371144582
Chakadola Vihar Email: sangvikarbv@gmail.com
Chandrasekharpur sangvikar@yahoo.com
Bhubaneswar-751023, Orissa
Tel No: 0674 2300455, 2301595 Executive Secretary
Fax: 0674 2300421
Email: director@rcm.ac.in Mr M Venkateshwarlu
Association of Indian Management Schools
Prof Mohd Masood Ahmed (2011-12) D No: 6-3-668/10/76, First Floor
Director Near Sri Kalyana Venkateshwara Temple
Indo Us Hospital Durga Nagar Colony
#16-2-661/3, Judges Colony Punjagutta, Hyderabad - 500082
New Malakpet Ph: 040-23417875/76
Hyderabad – 500 036 Email: aims.secretariat@gmail.com
Email: masooddeccan@gmail.com atma.secretariat@gmail.com
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HIGHLIGHTS OF AIMS EVENTS
AIMS Bengal Region Meeting on

12th July 2018 at Army Institute of Management, Kolkata
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NORTHERN REGION
Banaras Hindu University

Institute of Management Studies
Varanasi
Activities / Happenings during July - August 2018
Atal Incubation Center of NITI Aayog
The Institute has been shortlisted by the NITI Aayog, Government of India for setting up of
Atal Incubation Center in the University. The Atal Incubation Centers are conceived by
Atal Innovation Mission of NITI Aayog and are intended to nurture innovative start-up
businesses in their pursuit to become scalable and sustainable enterprises.
Accordingly, the Institute has already initiative for setting up of “AIC – Mahamana
Foundation for Innovation and Entrepreneurship – IM- BHU”. The Centre will be
housed at the 5th Floor of the newly constructed Central Discovery Center in the University
Campus.
The BSE Institute Ltd. (BIL), a fully owned Subsidiary of Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. is
one of the partner institutions in setting up of the Atal Incubation Center in the University.
Workshop on Gender Sensitization and Self Defence (9th August 2018)
A Workshop on Gender Sensitization and Self Defense was organized in the Institute of
Management Studies, Banaras Hindu University on 9th August 2018 as part of the series of
Workshops organized in the University on the topic.
The Workshop was organized in association with the Sayesha Welfare Foundation,
Delhi. The Workshop started with a floral tribute to Pt. Madan Mohan Malaviyaji, great
statesman and founder of the University followed by lighting of the lamp. Prof. Rajkiran
Prabhakar welcomed the distinguished guests on the occasion.
Thereafter, Prof P S Tripathi, the Director, Dean and Head of the Institute addressed the
guests and the students. He underlined the importance of human values and
responsibilities in each one of us. He asked the students to keep high moral values and
practice of restraint in their life.
Prof. Tripathi emphasized on the importance of inculcating an appreciation of differences in

people and vouched for equal respect for men, women as well as trans-genders in the
society. Prof Royana Singh, Chief Guest of the Occasion, took forward the session by
praising the Institute for creating a very healthy environment for the harmonious co-
existence of all its students. She gave an example of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the
Nation, and stressed on them to be educated according to the changing environment over
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time. Prof Usha Kiran Rai, in her address highlighted the importance of gender sensitivity
in recent times. She quoted examples of various situations where people are discriminated
and many a times also harassed by their own family as well as acquaintances. She
concluded her speech by urging students to remain vigilant for themselves and for the
society. Further, Ms Renu Gupta, founder of the Sayesha Foundation, praised the institute
and said that it is commendable that such awareness programs are being organized for
women empowerment in the Institute. At the end of the program, live training of self
defense was given by Mr Rajveer of Sayesha Foundation.
Prof. Usha Kiran Rai was the coordinator of the program while Prof. Rajkiran Prabhakar
conducted the event. Prof Amit Gautam, Prof. Ashutosh Mohan, Prof. Shashi Srivastava
(Students’ Advisor), Prof Anindita Chakraborty, and other eminent faculty members were
also present on the occasion along with research scholars and students of MBA and MBA
IB I & III Semester.
Guest Lecture by Dr Abhirupa Chakrabarty,

Queen’s University, Canada (13th Aug. 2018)
A Guest Lecture / Interaction was organized for Research Scholars and faculty members
on 13th August 2018 with Dr. Abhirupa Chakrabarty Associate Professor & Distinguished
Faculty Fellow of Strategy Smith School of Business, Queen's University, Canada. The
program was chaired by Prof. P.S. Tripathi, Director (Incharge), Dean & Head of the
Institute. The program was coordinated by Dr. Ashutosh Mohan.
Guest Lecture by Mr Shreenath Gagil, Marketing Manager,

Future Group (21 August 2018)
A guest lecture was organized in the Institute of Management Studies, Banaras Hindu
University on 21 August 2018 on “Indian Retail Scenario and Journey of Future Group”
and the distinguished guest was Mr Shreenath Gangil, Marketing Manager (UP Zone)
of Future Group.
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Mr Shreenath Gangil, was welcomed amidst the thunderous clapping by the students.
The Session commenced with floral tribute to Pt Madan Mohan Malaviya Ji, the Great
Statesman and founder of the University and recitation of Kulgeet.
The guest was welcomed by Director, Dean and Head of IM-BHU, Prof P S Tripathi. Prof
H P Mathur coordinated the session. Other senior faculty members were also present
on the occasion.
Topic of discussion was Indian Retail Scenario and its trend and opportunities, which was
well discussed by the guest and the interactive audience. Students of first and final year
pitched their queries that were well explained by the guest and eventually all the students
were found inspired by the knowledgeable and practical giveaways. Most importantly, it
was the worthwhile session for the students of second year who are striving day in and day
out these days to bag amazing placements and interestingly Future Group is one of the
recruiters at IM BHU.
At the conclusion of the session, Mr Gangil blessed all the students for their bright future
endeavors and then left the hall amidst the same intensity of clapping as that was found
at the time of welcome.
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EASTERN REGION
AIMS Bengal Region Meeting

on 12th July 2018 at Army Institute of Management
Kolkata
Subject: 4th Quarter Meeting of AIMS, Bengal Region
Dignitaries/People Present:
• Prof R C Bhattacharya, Chairman, AIMS Bengal Chapter
• Dr Tapas Ranjan Saha, Treasurer (Bengal Chapter), Founder Director, IMS with his
two lady-colleagues of IMS
• Dr Ramakanta Patra, AIMS National Board Member & Principal, Bharatiya Vidya
Bhavan, Kolkata
• Major General (Retd.) Deepak Dhanda, Director, Army Institute of Management,
Kolkata
• Dr (Prof) Malini Majumdar, Head of Faculty, Army Institute of Management, Kolkata
• Dr Amitava Mukherjee, Principal, Globsyn Business School
• Dr Rajagopal Dhar Chakraborty, Director, IISWBM
• Dr S .Jana, Head-MBA Studies, IISWBM
• Prof Subrata Paul, Annex College of Management Studies
• Dr (Prof) Debaprasad Chattopadhyay, Senior Professor & HoD-HR, Globsyn
Business School
People Absent:
• Dr Ajay Pathak, Director, ICFAI Business School, Kolkata
• Dr A Pal, Head-MBA Studies, Calcutta University
• Mr Pradip Bandyopadhyay,Head-HR, G4S, Kolkata
• Dr Charanpreet Singh, Praxis Business School , Kolkata
• Dr Malay Banerjee, Executive Director & Dean, Annex College of Management
Studies Kolkata
• Dr Prasanjit Dasgupta, Netaji Subhas School of Hotel Management, Kolkata
• Director, Heritage Business School, Kolkata
• Dr Naveen Das, Director, NHSM
• Dr Priti Ranjan Majhi, AIMS Executive Board Member
• Mr Rohit Srivastava, Dean, Globsyn Business School
Points Discussed:
• Prof R C Bhattacharya (RCB) initiated the meeting by delivering the welcome
address to all present.
• Dr Raja Gopal Dhar Chakraborty (RGDC) Director, IISWBM kindly consented to
host the next meeting sometime in September, 2018.
• Prof RCB then spoke on the background of AIMS, MBA Universe and AIMA. He
stressed upon the importance of Quality Improvement in Management Education
since as a country we are way behind. He said that although there are other
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institutions, AIMS is the only platform for the Management Schools.

• He highlighted the need for holding Conferences, Seminars, FDPs etc. by the
members. He requested all the members to participate in AIMS student contests,
best faculty award and other schemes.
• He specifically requested members present to support AIMS's upcoming students
competition on the theme of Conscious Capitalism Simulation.
• Prof RCB also urged each member to bring in at least one additional new member
thereby increase the Bengal Region Membership Number Count. He stressed on
the need to accept AIMS' ATMA Test as a benchmark/eligibility criteria for aspiring
management-students like CAT, MAT, XAT, etc. He emphasized that ATMA is
recognized by AICTE and there should be no hurdle.
• Prof RCB indicated the benefits of revisiting course/curriculum architecture and
advised members to do so regularly.
• Dr RGDC informed the house that Public Systems Management course introduced
by IISWBM would happily welcome ATMA scores as eligibility criteria. This should
be pursued by ATMA office.
• The minutes of the previous meeting was vetted by the members present and it
was duly approved.
• Dr Ramakanta Patra apprised the house of AIMS Goa Conference proceedings
and requested all present to attend AIMS National Conference at Bangalore on
30th, 31st August and 1st September, 2018. He encouraged the house to
undertake/organise Regional Workshops/MDPs, etc.
• Prof RCB requested the house to come forward to partake in Globsyn's proposed
Conference in November, 2018 on “Corporate Ethics and Responsible
Leadership”. He also requested all to recommend suitable Speakers for the
occasion.
• Dr (Prof) Debaprasad Chattopadhyay presented to the house a knowledge-sharing
session on "Spirituality in Management Education". Prof (Dr) Raja Gopal
Chakraborty, Director, IISWBM, appreciated the presentation and requested DPC
to visit his institution for a presentation
• Dr Tapas Ranjan Saha and all others present effectively deliberated during the
meeting with their respective prolific views and corroborated RCB's
recommendations.
• Major General Deepak Dhanda, Director, Army Institute of Management and host
of the meeting accorded a touching and warm vote of thanks to the Chair and to
one and all present.
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S N Sinha
Institute of Business Management
Ranchi
2-Day Regional Conference (Eastern Zone) of AIMS (Association of Indian Management

Schools) in Collaborate with S.N. Sinha Institute of Business Management, Ranchi.
The Jharkhand and Chhattisgarh Chapter (including Assam, Bihar, and Manipur of the
Association of Indian Management Schools, in collaboration with the S N Sinha Institute
of Business Management (SNSIBM), Ranchi, organized a two-day (21-22 July 2018)
seminar on 'Role of Management Education in Sustainable Environment' and the same
was inaugurated by the Hon'ble Minister of Food & Civil Supplies, Government of
Jharkhand, Sri Saryu Roy.
Introducing the seminar before the participants, Sri P S Tomar, HoD Management of the
institute dealt with the subject matter of the seminar in brief and apprised the participants
about the importance of management education in sustainable environment. He
illustrated saying the efforts made by world community in achieving sustainable
development in protecting environment. He rightly pointed that the world today is
environmentally less sustainable, the reason behind is prima facie lack of financial
resources and availability of skilled manpower with poorer nations. Coming to the
necessity of imparting management education, he said people must be empowered with
essential knowledge and information through education and, by educating people,
achieve acceptable level of global environmental sustainability. Pressure can be exerted
on the elected representatives to develop and implement policies for securing
environmental sustainability.
In his welcome address to the distinguished gathering, Prof N P Singh, Chairman of S N

Sinha Institute of Business Management (SNSIBM) and Chairman of Ranchi Chapter of
AIMS stressed the need of spreading education to the students so that they know how to
conserve and protect natural environments in their schools and colleges and in their
neighborhood. He said to bring awareness amongst the students on various aspects of
environment, climate change, etc., the necessity of environmental education for the
students has arisen.
After lighting of lamps by dignitaries, speeches were delivered by Dr Anil Rao Paila,
President, AIMS; Sri R S Mahapatra, Director (Personnel), Central Coalfields Ltd; Dr
Parvinder Kaushal, Vice Chancellor, Birsa Agricultural University, Ranchi and Dr L N
Bhagat, Former President of AIMS and Ex-Vice Chancellor of Ranchi University.
While giving thanks to the organizers of the conference, Dr Anil Rao Paila, President,
AIMS gave an account of AIMS’ contributions in the field of Management Education. As
an independent networking body, the AIMS can now boast of having many top class
institutions like IIMs, ISB, ASCI, Xavier Institutions, Welingkar Institute of Management
(WeSchool), NMIMS, SNSIBM, MDI, S P Jain and many more management departments
of Universities as its members. It is the official representative of Indian Management
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Schools in India as well as in some important International forums. It is one of the largest
networking bodies of B-Schools in the World.
The Director (Personnel) of Central Coalfields Limited, Sri R S Mahapatra, during his
speech indicated about CSR initiatives taken in coalfields, viz., selecting boys and girls to
prepare them for 2024 Olympic Games, Swachch Bharat Mission, use of water supplied
from mining for agricultural purposes.
In his inaugural address, Sri Saryu Roy, Hon’ble Minister of Food & Civil Supplies,
Government of Jharkhand, highlighted the topic of the seminar and its importance in the
present day environment where climate change has worried the whole world. With
reference to cleanliness drive of Damodar river, his main advice to the people was that
one should do right things instead of setting things right. The Minister informed that 90%
cleanliness of Damodar River has already been completed and further efforts are being
made for completion of the balance work at the earliest. The Minister emphasized that
mining industries should take corrective measures so that further erosion of land,
formation of sinkholes and contamination of soil, ground water and surface water by
chemicals also affects the health of local population. Mining subsidiaries are required to
follow environmental and rehabilitation parameters, ensuring the area mined returned
close to its original state by filling up of pits and massive plantation, etc.
In the Inaugural Session of the seminar, eminent speakers presented their papers and the
write-ups of these papers are subsequently complied in the enclosed souvenir.
In the plenary sessions 1 and 2 of the seminar, the following speakers spoke on the
subject and made paper presentation.
Plenary Session 1:
Chairperson – Dr Parvinder Kaushal, Vice Chancellor of Birsa Agricultural University

Dr Jyotsna Singh of SNSIBM
Sri Sanjay, Sr Faculty, IICM
Plenary Session 2:
Chairperson – Sri D R Singh, Director, Yogoda College

Speakers – Sri V P Arya
Sri P S Tomar
Mrs Rekha Pandey and
Mr Navneet Kumar
Group discussions were held with the following dignitaries on the dais:
Dr L N Bhagat, Former Vice Chancellor of Ranchi University;
Sri R S Mahapatra, Director (Personnel) of Central Coalfields Ltd;
Prof N P Singh, Chairman, SN Sinha Institute of Business Management and
Sri P S Tomar, HoD Management of SNSIBM
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In the second day of the seminar in plenary session 3, some more eminent speakers
delivered speeches and made paper presentations. They were:
Dr Anjani Kumar Srivastava, Vice Chancellor, Binod Bihari Mahto Koylanchal

University, Dhanbad;
Dr Anil Kr Mahto, Pro Vice chancellor, Binod Bihari Mahto Koylanchal University,
Dhanbad;
Dr Abhay Kumar of Birsa Agricultural University;
Dr P R Oraon of Birsa Agricultural University;
Dr Shamita Mohanty, Associate Professor, DRIEMS School of Business
Management.
In the concluding session of the seminar, speeches were delivered by distinguished

personalities, viz., Dr L N Bhagat, Former Vice Chancellor, Ranchi University; Dr Anjani
Kumar srivastava of Binod Bihari Mahto Koylanchal University, Dhanbad; Professor N P
Singh, Chairman of the Ranchi Chapter of AIMS, Sri P S Tomar, HOD Management of
SNSIBM and Sri V P Arya, Ex-Sr Dy General Manager of Heavy Engineering Corporation
Limited, Ranchi.
Recommendations and Suggestions:
It was unanimously decided that the following steps may be taken up at individual and
Government level for maintaining sustainable environment:
At Individual level:
i) Tree plantation on each important event in the families;

ii) Throwing of wrappers, papers or any dry waste on roads should be completely
avoided;
iii) Carrying of paper bags for storing wet waste materials and subsequently
throwing them to dustbin should be practiced as, otherwise, the same may
cause viral diseases;
iv) Spitting on roads should be completely avoided;
v) Plastic bags should not be used;
vi) Chewing of pan-masala and spitting should be avoided;
vii) Awareness should be created amongst the people to keep the environment
cleaned;
viii) People should follow government rules for maintaining sustainable
environment.
At Government level:
a) Establishing R&D Wing for inventing technology with economical devices for
harnessing solar energy;
b) Arrangements should be made for proper disposal of solid wastes for converting
the same into energy;
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c) Dustbins should be kept in all public places;

d) Sufficient dustbins should be kept at proper distance;
e) Rules should be made and action taken for violation of rules;
f) Daily cleaning of public places should be made and regularly monitored;
g) For maintaining sustainable environment, more and more bio-diversity parks
should be created.
Sitting on the dais are Dr L N Bhagat, former

Vice Chancellor of Ranchi University; Sri R S
Mahapatro, Director (Personnel), Central Coal
Field Limited Ranchi;
Dr Parvinder Kaushal, Vice Chancellor of
Birsa Agricultural University, Ranchi; Hon’ble
Saryu Roy, Minister of Food & Supply, Govt.
of Jharkhand; Dr Anil Rao Paila, President,
AIMS and Sri P S Tomar, HoD Management.
(from left to right).
Ms Jaspreet Kaur, Anchor, is seen

presenting bouquet to Dr Anil Rao
Paila, President, AIMS. Standing on
the row are Sri Saryu Roy, Minister
of Food & Supply, Govt of
Jharkhand; Prof N P Singh,
Chairman, SNSIBM.
(from left to right).
Prof (Dr) Jyostna Singh of

SNSIBM is seen presenting
bouquet to Dr Parvinder Kaushal,
Vice Chancellor, Birsa Agricultural
University, Kanke, Ranchi.
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Standing on the dais are Dr L N

Bhagat, Sri R S Mahapatro, Dr
Parvinder Kaushal, Sri Saryu Roy,
Prof N P Singh, Dr Anil Rao Paila
and Sri P S Tomar (from left to right)
Prof N P Singh Chairman, SNSIBM

is seen shaking hands with Dr Anil
Rao Paila. Right to him is the
Hon’ble of Food & Supply, Govt. of
Jharkhand, Sri. Saryu Roy
Prof N P Singh, is seen presenting

a Memento to Sri Saryu Roy,
Minister of Food & Supply, Govt. of
Jharkhand.
Prof N P Singh Chairman,

SNSIBM, is seen shaking hands
with Dr Anil Rao Paila,
President, AIMS, at latter’s
arrival at the seminar.
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Sri Saryu Roy, Hon’ble Minister of

Food & Supply, Govt. of Jharkhand
is seen lighting the lamp.
Sri R S Mahapatro, Director

(Personnel) Central Coalfields
Ltd., Ranchi, is seen lighting the
lamp.
Glimpse of a phot taken of the

delegates at the 2-day seminar
sitting in the conference hall of
the S N Sinha Institute of
Business Management, Ranchi
Dr Parvinder Kaushal, Vice

Chancellor, BAU is seen
delivering speeches. Behind
him are Ms Jaspreet Kaur,
Anchor and Ms Pravjyot Kaur,
Anchor
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Sri Saryu Roy, Hon’ble Minister

of Food & Supply, Govt of
Jharkhand, is seen delivering
speeches at the seminar
Sitting in the dais are Prof N P

Singh, Chairman, SNIBM, Dr
Anil Rao Paila, President, AIMS
and Sri P S Tomar, HoD
Management, SNIBM (from left
to right).
Glimpse of a photo taken before

being presented a book to the
Minister of Food & Supply, Govt of
Jharkhand, entitled हत्या मुक्त which
has been translated into Bhojpuri
language by Prof N P Singh,
Chairman, SNSIBM.
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Prof N P Singh, Chairman,

SNSIBM, is seen presenting a
memento to Dr Anil Rao Paila,
President, AIMS. Right to Dr Anil
Rao Paila is Prof Sudhir Kumar of
SNSIBM.
Dr Anil Rao Paila, President,

AIMS (middle) showing his great
pleasure in accepting the memento
presented to him.
Speaker at the seminar, Mrs

Rekha Pandey, Sr Manager
(Personnel) of the Central
Coalfield Ltd is seen delivering
speeches.
Glimpse of a photo taken when

the delegates of the seminar
were busy taking their lunch in
the intervening period of the
seminar i.e., at lunch break.
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Ms Jaspreet Kaur, Anchor, is seen

presenting a bouquet to Dr Anjani
Kumar Srivastava,Vice Chancellor
of Binod Bihari Mahto University,
Dhanbad.

SNSIBM is seen shaking hands at
the seminar with Dr Anjani Kumar
Srivastava, Vice Chancellor of
Binod Bihari Mahto University,
Dhanbad, before being presented
with a Memento.
On the 2nd day of the seminar, Dr

Anjani Kumar Srivastava, Vice
Chancellor of Binod Bihari Mahto
University, Dhanbad, is seen
delivering speeches. Left to him is
SNSIBM.

SNSIBM, is seen presenting a
Memento to Anil Kumar Mahto at
Plenary session 3 of the seminar.
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Dr L N Bhagat, former Vice

Chancellor, Ranchi University, is
seen presenting a certificate to one
of the delegates at the 2-day
seminar.

SNSIBM is seen presenting a
certificate to Speaker,
Dr Shamita Mohanty.
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Asian School of Business Management

Bhubaneswar
ASBM Celebrated its 14th Foundation Day:

The leading management institution Asian School of Business Management (ASBM)
celebrated its 14th Foundation Day on 10th August 2018. On this occasion Prof
Soumendra Mohan Patnaik, Vice Chancellor, Utkal University delivered the Foundation
Day Lecture on a central theme of “Ethnography and Corporate Encounter”.
While describing the term ‘Ethnography’ he said it is a highly sophisticated method to

understand others. He described the way how to meet with their senses in a very
natural way. The ethnographer should learn the language of the community, their
culture while diagnosing their internal intensions and requirements.
Prof Patnaik transmitted this thought and knowledge to the field of Business and
Management. He emphasized on the uses of ethnography in understanding others;
customers, stakeholders and other interested groups of the business. Prof Patnaik also
expressed the use of this powerful technique in analyzing different business models and
solving various research problems. Understanding the pulse of stakeholders is an
important aspect in brand creation and brand promotion, he added.
Prof Pattnaik highly appreciated the idea and way of celebrating the foundation day in
ASBM. He advised the budding managers to be humble learners by not rejecting the
other disciplines for the sake of prioritizing their own discipline.
Prof Patnaik was felicitated by the founder

and group director of the institution
Prof (Dr ) Biswajeet Pattanayak. On this
auspicious occasion, welcome address was
delivered by Prof (Dr ) Kalyan Shankar
Ray, Dean, ASBM and Ms Chayanika
Hazra, student of PGDM, second year
proposed the vote of thanks.
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ASBM Student’s Achievement:
Student of Asian School of Business Management, Usha Rani was awarded with a
Gold medal in 3rd East Shooting Championship held at Asansol, West Bengal.
The ASBM girl has made Odisha proud by winning this Gold medal.
Before this Usha Rani Behera (female

division) and Punyaslok Pattanayak (male
division) have been awarded with silver
medal in the 8th Odisha State Shooting
Championship, 2018 in the event 50 meter
rifle (.22) under the senior category.
Best B-School Award to ASBM
Asian School of Business Management (ASBM) was awarded with ‘’Best B- school Award” from
Odisha Technological Conclave 2018 which had been organised by EVER GREEN FORUM on
the eve of Engineer’s Day 2018 at Jayadev Bhavan, Bhubaneswar. Mr Prafulla Samal, Hon’ble
Minister of Women and Child Welfare and Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises inaugurated this
mega event by lighting the lamp. He congratulated Prof (Dr) Biswajeet Pattanayak, the founder
& Group Director of ASBM. ASBM is the only B-School of Odisha which got International
Accreditation. ASBM earned prestigious Global Accreditation of Accreditation Council of
Business Schools and Programmes due to its quality parameters. It was continuously ranked by
Business India as an ‘A+++’ in National B-School ranking. ASBM has its collaboration with
renowned International Universities like California State University, Eastern Michigan University,
Metropolitan State University, Nottingham University, etc. ASBM students are getting success in
both nationally and internationally.
Best B-school Award from Odisha Technological Conclave 2018
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Bhavan's Centre for Communication and Management

Bhubaneswar
A Two-Day Workshop on Advanced Data Anaysis Using SPSS & AMOS at Bhavan’s
Centre For Communication And Management (BCCM)
BCCM organized a two-day Faculty Development Programme on “Advanced Data

Analysis Using SPSS & AMOS” on 20th and 21st July 2018 at its campus at Kharvel
Nagar, Bhubaneswar. The program was organized through joint collaboration of BCCM
and Gandhi Institute for Technology (GIFT), Bhubaneswar. Faculty Members and
Research Scholars of B-schools and Universities and Industry Professionals attended
the program.
Creation and dissemination of knowledge through research is an integral part of higher

education. Research is the systematic and objective process of gathering, recording
and analysing data for taking appropriate decisions. With the growing risks and
uncertainties, the business organizations are depending more on research findings for
taking timely valuable decisions. On the contrary, the field of research in social science
has not grown to its expected level. Dearth of quality research finding has always been
a handicap for growth and sustainability of business. Therefore, Universities and
Institutions offering higher education in management have, of late, realized the
importance of social science research and encouraging this field as a matter of policy at
national and international level.
Keeping this in view, the workshop was designed to explore the basic dimensions of
research and provided the participants with several hands on approaches, tools and
techniques to proceed with the research work.
The workshop was started with the Inaugural Session, chaired by Lt Col P K Sahu, Sr
Director, Finance & Administration, BCCM. He spoke about the role of BCCM in
disseminating knowledge and serving the society at large. Dr Sujata Mangaraj, Director
cum Dean Academics, BCCM welcomed the guests and presented an overview of the
program design. Er Patita Pabana Panda, Director, GIFT, in his Inaugural address
focused on making the students industry ready. The Guest of Honor, Mr Debabrata
Dash, Head (HR), Tata Steel Kalinga Nagar Project and Tata Growth Shop highlighted
the need for predictive research to meet the current needs of the Industry. Dr A K
Panigrahy, Professor, BCCM, proposed a formal vote of thanks.
The inaugural session was followed by four technical sessions, covering various topics
such as Research Process, Research Design, Measurement and Scaling, Statistical
Tools, Univariate and Multivariate Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Exploratory
Factor Analysis, Validity and Reliability, AMOS, SPSS, Model Fit, Validity Measures,
SEM, Mediation Analysis including practical sessions.
The workshop concluded with a valedictory session. The session was chaired by Gen B
K Mahapatra, Chairman, BCCM. In his address he focused on lifelong learning for
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faculty members in order to bring excellence in teaching and learning. He assured the
participants to have a networking of institutions for training teachers. Dr BidhuBhushan
Mishra, the esteemed Chief Guest emphasized on the use of technology and learning
resources for strengthening research.
Dr Sujata Mangaraj, Convenor of the workshop made an elaborate summing up of the

two day workshop proceedings and expressed that the workshop has been successful
in driving the key message of relevance of research methodology for upgrading
research skills. The certificate distribution was followed by vote of thanks, proposed by
Mr T N Shukla, the vice principal of BCCM. He acknowledged the contribution of
resource persons, dignitaries, participants and all the members of BCCM for their
unparalleled support for making the workshop a grand success. This was possible by
the wholehearted involvement and good wishes of all its stakeholders.
Inauguration Of Bhubaneswar Chapter Of “Indian Institute Of Materials

Management” at BCCM
The Bhubaneswar Chapter of “Indian Institute of Materials Management (IIMM)”, in

collaboration with Bhavan’s Centre for Communication & Management, has been
inaugurated on 29th July 2018 at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Bhubaneswar, by Sri G K
Singh, National President, IIMM by lighting the lamp. Sri P K Mishra, Director
(Commercial), NALCO graced the occasion as Chief Guest. The inaugural ceremony
was presided over by Dr S K Tamotia, Chief Patron of the Chapter, Director General,
BCCM. He welcomed and introduced the Guest to the audience.
The objective of this profession and professional body is to augment and accelerate
professionalism in the domain of Purchase, Stores, Contract, Commerce, Trade,
Logistics etc. across industry and business.
Sri G K Singh, National President, IIMM; Smt Bhanu

Kumar, Director (Commercial), MSTC Ltd; T A S
Vijayaraghavan, Professor and Chairperson, Centre for
Logistics and Supply Chain Management, XLRI,
Jamshedpur; Mr P P Sengupta, Former Chief General
Manager, (Materials Management), Coal India Ltd; Dr
(Er) Dibakar Swain, Chairman, IIMM, Nalconagar
Branch, Odisha; Sri S N Baghar, Secretary, IIMM; Sri
Biswajeet Diwedy, Vice Chairman of IIMM were the
distinguished speakers present on this occasion.
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Professionals from different industries, private and public sectors, state and central such
as NALCO, IOCL, NTPC, MCL, PPT, IRE, OMC, OHPC, OCL, JK PAPER, BRPL, JSL,
VISA Steel, Dhamra Port, PPL, ESSAR Steel etc., to mention a few and many other
industries besides members from other professional bodies joined this program and
participated in the deliberations
Swagatam- Invocation Ceremony For PGDM Freshers At BCCM
A three-day long orientation program for the newly joined PGDM students (2018-20
batch) in Bhavan’s Centre for Communication & Management (BCCM), Bhubaneswar
was held on 6th to 8th August 2018 at K M Munshi Hall in its campus. The Program
commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp followed by Bhavan’s anthem.
There was a brief ice-breaking session by Dr Ashok Kumar Panda, Head Sanmarg as a
start-up of the program. Maj Gen B K Mahapatra, Chairman, BCCM welcomed all the
students and congratulated them to be a part of Bhavan’s family having global
presence.
In his thought-provoking speech, the Chairman cited many historical examples of

achievements made by prominent personalities. He emphasized that brilliance alone is
not a panacea for success but hard work, perseverance and determination also play
crucial roles to convert ordinary people into achievers. He advised the students to be
inquisitive, innovative and creative in their efforts to become effective leaders. BCCM
always thrives to be up-to-date with the latest industry requirements and bring changes
in the curriculum to suit the needs of industry.
This was followed by the presentation of self-introduction of all the new students where
they spoke about their strengths, passions and career expectations. In response to
every presentation Chairman was suggesting the action plans and commitment required
to fulfill their dreams.
On the second day of the orientation program Dr S K Tamotia, Director General, BCCM
gave an inspiring speech and advised the students to inculcate discipline in all the
activities of life. Through interesting stories and anecdotes, Dr Tamotia explained the
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concept of teamwork and leadership necessary to be successful in their professional

career.
Lt Col P K Sahu, Sr Director, Administration & Finance in his address mentioned about
the role of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan in protecting and preserving rich cultural heritage of
India and the phases of its developments for establishing itself as a centre of excellence
in education. Dr Sujata Managaraj, Director cum Dean (Academics) presented an
overview of curriculum for PGDM and focused on the various additional inputs being
provided by the institutions for enhancing the employability skills of students. Later on
Brahma Kumari Leena of Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishawa Vidyalaya
presented a practical demonstration of transforming oneself through spiritual practices.
On the concluding day of the seminar

experts from industry and academia
were invited to speak on various fields
of management. At the outset Dr S K
Mishra, Former Dean and Professor,
BPUT spoke on fundamental principles
of marketing and its relevance for a
successful managerial career, Dr P K
Mohanty, Former Professor, Dept. of
Business and Administration delivered
an interesting lecture on role of
managers in managing HR functions.
Mrs Saswati Kar, soft skill trainer spoke on the importance of acquiring and practicing
soft skills by the students of management in order to be successful in their professional
endeavor. Subsequently, Maj Gen Dr Y Sathpathy described about the employment
opportunities available for Hospital Administration & Management and encouraged the
students to specialize themselves and build their careers in this field. The program
concluded with a motivational speech by Dr D D Swain.
AIMS Eastern Region Convention 2018 & International Seminar Held On 27-28
August 2018 At BCCM
AIMS Eastern Region Convention 2018 & International Seminar on “Accreditation,

Quality Assurance & Future of Business Education” was held at Bhavan’s Centre for
Communication & Management in collaboration with Association of Indian
Management Schools (AIMS) & Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs
(ACBSP), USA, on 27th and 28th August 2018. The seminar was ceremonially inaugurated
with lighting of the lamp by the esteemed Chief Guest, Sri Subrato Bagchi, Chairman,
Odisha Skill Development Authority & Co Founder Mind tree Special Guest , Mr Jefferey
Alderman, President & CEO, ACBSP, USA, Guest of Honor Dr Rajesh Khajuria,
Director, CKSVIM, Vadodara & Commissioner, ACBSP, USA, Key note Speaker Dr
Omkarnath Mohanty, Former VC, Biju Pattanaik University of Technology (BPUT) &
Director, Technology & Academic Initiative, RSB Metaltech, RSB Group presided over
by Maj General B K Mahapatra, Chairman,BCCM.
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The Inaugural session commenced with a warm welcome address by Maj General B K
Mahapatra. He appreciated the joint collaboration of AIMS and ACBSP with BCCM in
organising this seminar. Dr Sujata Managaraj the Convention Director introduced the
guests of the Inaugural session and gave an overview of the seminar.
Followed by this, the honourable Chairman of BCCM, Maj Gen B K Mahaptra felicitated
the Special Guest, Mr Jeffrey Alderman, the Distinguished Guest Madam Diana from
USA and the Chief Guest Mr Subrato Bagchi as a gesture of honour for their august
presence in the convention and the seminar.
Subsequently, the Chief Guest Sri Subrato Bagchi, delivered a profound speech and
mentioned that quality and accreditation are in any context making the institutions and
individuals a benchmark and be a role model for others. Mr Bagchi spoke about the four
layer of infrastructure of an institution viz., Physical, Digital, Intellectual and Emotional
mentioning that it is the emotional infrastructure that brings sustainability and growth to
a system.
A commemorative souvenir was released

on this occasion. Mr Jeffrey Alderman spoke about ACBSP, its present position and the
future destination. Mentioning about its historical growth where approximately in a
period of 33 years 166 schools and more than 14000 individual members have joined
ACBSP and therefore it has been recognised as the most prestigious accreditation body
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in the world. The Guest of Honour Dr Rajesh Khajuria addressed the gathering and
advised that a group of interested business school can sign a joint MoU and can start
working for Accreditation. Prof (Dr) Omkar Nath Mohanty, was the key note speaker in
the inaugural session. He spoke about the changing business scenario and the role of
accreditation for B-Schools in meeting the requirements of the industry. Lastly, the
inaugural session ended with vote of thanks proposed by Dr B B Mishra, Chairman,
AIMS Odisha Chapter.
The sub-theme of the first technical session was “Accreditation for Quality:
Challenges & Opportunities”. Prof (Dr) Sunil Sarangi, Former Director, NIT Rourkela,
Professor Fellow IIT, Bhubaneswar was the Chairperson of the Session. The
distinguished speakers of the session were Ms Diana Hallerud, Prof (Dr) N R
Parasuraman, Director, SDM Institute for Management Development, Mysore,
Champion, ACBSP & EPAS-EFMD and Prof (Dr) B R Mohanty, Evaluator & Mentor,
SAQS, Former Dean Academics & Professor XIMB.
Ms Diana Hallerud gave an insightful presentation on ACBSP and its operation

processes. She first spoke about ACBSP and the requirement for membership and
candidacy. She outlined the challenges for accreditation as time resource constants,
data collection, facilitating quality, structuring learning outcome, placement ranking. But
there are several benefits such as recognized assurance of quality with peer review,
focus on teaching excellence, professional development opportunities, networking and
exchange opportunities, honour society for business students. Lastly, she discussed
about accreditation and suggested that the process can be adopted with systematic and
timeline approach.
The next speaker was Prof (Dr) N R Parasuraman, Director, SDM Institute for
Management Development, Mysore, Champion, ACBSP & EPAS-EFMD. He shared his
experiences of accreditation process and focused on the main criteria of accreditation.
The first one is trust or ownership of the organisation who manages their revenue and
expenditure. The second criteria is regarding infrastructure like good library, computer
center, good living condition, updated data base and the student friendly campus. The
third and most important criteria is academic rigor that includes curriculum structure in
system, high quality teaching that fall in line with the quality of world class institutions,
appropriate change in pedagogy, constant study of the literature and updating
knowledge etc. He mentioned that ACBSP accreditation has many advantages like
online submission of application, friendly approach of ACBSP officials and providing
scope for introspections and giving opportunities for strategy changes and meeting the
leadership needs.
The third speaker of the first technical session was Prof (Dr) B R Mohanty, evaluator &
mentor, SAQS, former dean academics & professor, XIMB. With his long standing
experience Prof Mohanty brought out the salient points of NBA, NAAC, SAQS and
discussed the variables in the criteria of assessment and evaluation parameters. His
presentation provided an overall idea and understanding of accreditation process with a
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comparative scale. He pointed out the challenges and opportunities of three

accreditation systems operating at a national level.
The session ended with concluding remarks made by the Chairperson Prof (Dr) Sunil
Sarangi, Former Director, NIT Rourkela, Professor Fellow IIT, Bhubaneswar.
The second technical session of the seminar was on the sub- theme “Understanding
Process and Procedures of B-School Accreditation”. Prof (Dr) Kailash Mishra,
Former Vice Chancellor, Sri Sri University, Bhubaneswar was the Chairperson of the
session. The speakers were Prof (Dr) R K Bal, Former PG Council Chairman, Utkal
University, Evaluator, NAAC; Prof (Dr) S Rajani, Director, School of Management
Studies, Gayatri Vidya Parishad, Visakhapatnam.
Prof (Dr) R K Bal explained the NAAC accreditation process in detail. He discussed
regarding vision of accreditation, mission of accreditation, value framework: Higher
Education Institution, assessor and assessment, NAAC assessment, NAAC: revised
accreditation framework, self study report, qualitative metrics (QLM), new assessment
outcome of NAAC and conclusion.
The next speaker of the session was Prof (Dr) S Rajani. She spoke about the
philosophy of accreditation process. It emphasizes on accountability and responsibility
of the institutions for meeting the expectation of the stakeholders. It should be driven by
student learning outcome, i.e. outbound education. She explained different steps and
criteria for Accreditation and the Institution must have complete understanding of each
dimension and its importance. She explained the key terminology like, Program
Education Objective (PEO), Program Course Objective (PCO), Assessment and
evaluation criteria, etc.
The chairperson Prof (Dr) Kailash Mishra narrated his experience of facing different
accreditation bodies while working in many management institutions. According to him
institutions are consumers and consumers are smart enough to choose the best
possible accreditation procedures. He could differentiate the processes in terms of its
approach and direction.
The sub-theme of the third technical session was “Leadership, Governance,

Institution Building, Quality Assurance & Role of Stake-Holders in Accreditation”.
Prof (Dr) Sadananda Sahu, Former Professor, IIT Kharagpur was the Chairperson of
the session. The speakers were Prof (Dr) P K Mohanty Former Professor, Utkal
University & Former Director, Curriculum Development, BPUT, Dr Tanmay Kumar
Mohanty, Dean, Quality Assurance, KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, Mr Debabrata Das,
Chief Human Resource Officer, TS Alloys Ltd, Tata Steel and Mr Soumyakanta Mishra,
General Manager (HR), GMR Varalakshmi Foundation.
Prof (Dr) Sadananda Sahu, the chairperson of the session explained about his long
experiences IIT kharagpur and Bhubaneswar and mentioned that the expectation from
the faculties have increased over the years for academic delivery and gradually it has
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been a competitive phenomena for the faculties to sustain in academics. At the same
time Dr Sahu assured that it may be difficult to but not impossible to achieve excellence
and meet the expectation of the stakeholders of management institutions.
Dr Tanmay Kumar Mohanty discussed about the intricacies In the leadership roles and
its importance in bringing quality systems into the institutions. Further, he also added
that governing body has a major role to play for ensuring proper systems and
procedures to attain quality standards. For any institutions students are the major
stakeholders and the quality of students are judged even after five years of his
graduation.
The curriculum should support to bring the learning outcome in the students not only for
the present role but for the role they are expected to play over a period of time.
Mr Debabrata Das made an in depth deliberation on the sub theme in the seminar. He
defined 4Ps of leadership focus i.e., purpose, process, people and perfection. He also
explained the factors contributing to define the role of stakeholders. According to Mr.
Das business education needs rethinking and reshaping where focus on soft skills is of
prime concern. We need to prepare jobs that don’t exist. It can be considered to
broaden the specialization in MBA like from entrepreneurship to sports management.
While talking on process module for excellence Mr Das defined four dimensions i.e.,
approach, development, learning and integration.
Next speaker of this session was Mr. Soumyakanta Mishra. With a beautiful slide on
“expectations from a mango tree”, he explained the very subtle dimensions of quality
requirements in order to make the mangoes sweet, juicy and enjoyable.
While defining the objectives of accreditation Mr Mishra said that the role of leadership
includes involvement, adaptability, introspection, consistency and celebrating the
success, whereas governance includes trust decision making, curriculum duration and
approval of long mid and short term plans. Institution building refers to satisfying
academic clients. We need to adopt multiple communication path ways and involve
everybody in the process. Quality assurance is nothing but building our strengths to
address the weakness.
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The day long technical deliberations came to an end, followed by a cultural evening with
a folk art GOTIPUA, a dance form of Odisha, presented by Aradhana Dance Group.
The day 2 started with a panel discussion on “Accreditation for educational and
Business Process Management (Infrastructure, Admission, Placement,
Examination, Academic Regulations, Evaluation, Faculty, and Financial Self-
sufficiency)”.
Dr S K Mishra, former Dean, BPUT was the Chairperson of this panel discussion. Prof
(Dr) Ramesh Behl, Director, IMI, Bhubaneswar; Dr B B Mishra, Chairman, AIMS,
Odisha Chapter and Professor, Dept. of Business Administration, Utkal University and
Prof (Dr) R K Patra, Director, Bhavan’s Business School, Kolkata & Executive Board
Member, AIMS were the panel members.
Four technical papers were presented in the session by Prof (Dr) Amaresh Chandra
Nayak from Sri Sri University, Dr S K Patro, Miss Leena Priyadarshini from Ravenshaw
University, Mr Bimal Choudhary from Kalam Institute and Mr Paresh Chandra Mohanty,
Research Scholar, Utkal University and a senior member of ISTD Bhubaneswar
Chapter.
In his opening remark Dr S K Mishra said that a diagnostic rubrics is a very important
tool for accreditation since it helps us to identify the weak areas of students so that
efforts can be made to overcome the same. It is always a TQM approach that can make
an institution from good to great.
Prof (Dr) Ramesh Behl, narrated the story of the seven year old institution where they
could realize that accreditation is nothing but you deliver what you promise. He made
certain in depth observations like co-relating the people, process and system with the
output and find the gap that needs to be addressed.
Prof (Dr) R K Patra emphasized on continuous enhancement of certain basic

necessities of institution that include library, physical facilities, IT infrastructures, etc.
Though we sometimes believe in number game, but we should not lose sight of quality,
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up gradation at every level. In this process maintaining a good industry institution

interface generates lot of practical ideas.
Dr B B Mishra gave a vivid description of his experience of NAAC and other visits that
took place 2005-2016. He touched upon both strengths and weaknesses in the
institutional framework and how it had affected the students’ competence building. A
good institution is never built in a day and it takes long years of innovation and change
to give a shape to an institution. According to him the institutions are run with the
contemporary values of the societies and while safeguarding the interest we need to
restrict the abuse of the resources and use it for enhancing qualities in academic
delivery.
The two days of the seminar passed through hectic sessions on the subject and the
speakers deliberated at length on varied dimensions and approaches to quality
assurance and accreditations and fruitful interactions by the delegates bought
substantially rich inputs to the forum.
The Valedictory session of the seminar was held on 28 th August 2018 at KM Munshi
Hall of BCCM. Dr Ashok Kumar Das, Vice Chairman, Higher Education Council, Govt.
of Odisha, Former Vice Chancellor, Utkal University, was the esteemed Chief Guest
and Sri K C Samal, Director (Finance), NALCO and Sri N K Taori, Associate President,
International Institute of Projects & Program Management, were the Guests of Honour
The valedictory session commenced with a warm welcome address by Maj General B K
Mahapatra, Chairman BCCM. He appreciated the joint collaboration of AIMS and
ACBSP with BCCM in organising this seminar.
Dr. Sujata Managaraj, the Convention Director, presented the proceedings of the
convention and the two day international seminar for information of the guests and
delegates present.
Participation certificates were presented to the paper presenters and delegates by the
Chief Guest and Guests of Honour on the dais.
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Sri K C Samal, Director (Finance), NALCO, our Revered Guest of Honour highlighted
five important dimensions for quality i.e. quality of student admission through a stringent
selection process, enhancing the quality of faculty members by providing proper
incentives and training, organising adequate infrastructure with latest facilities,
maintaining the right kind of discipline with right kind of attachment and bringing proper
alignment between industry and academics.
Revered Guest of Honour Sri N K Taori, Associate President, International Institute of

Projects & Program Management, New Delhi, provided a detailed framework on project
management and mentioned that a proper collaboration between industry and
education will go a long way in upgrading the quality and meeting the competitive global
requirements.
Dr Ashok Kumar Das in his profound deliberation mentioned that quality varies from
society to society, country to country and as a result the objectives of quality also get
redefined. While focusing on the top layer of participants in quality the role of bottom
layer should not be undermined. Social innovations, social engineering are essential for
designing quality in systems of the life. Dr Das highlighted two important points that are
very essential for bringing any change, i.e., we need to add compassion and instill
values in all our approaches for change.
The program concluded with vote of thanks proposed by Dr A K Panigrahy, Professor,

BCCM.
ACBSP Accreditation Workshop for Deans,

Directors and Faculty Members of Business
Schools.
On the afternoon of the second day there was a

workshop on “ACBSP Accreditation Workshop for
Deans, Directors and Faculty Members of Business
Schools” conducted by Madam Diana Hallerud.
She explained the detailed procedure for the institutions to be members of ACBSP and
various documentations required to fulfil the necessary evaluation criteria. There is a
provision for assigning a mentor who will guide, coordinate and supervise the
documentation work and provide recommendation regarding readiness for evaluation.
The program was overwhelmingly successful and could bring in lot of academic insights
for understanding, interpreting and implementing in institutes of higher education in the
country.
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AIMS International Seminar
Theme: Accreditation, Quality Assurance & Future of Business

Education
Organized by: Bhavan’s Centre for Communication & Management
Collaborators: Association of Indian Management Schools (AIMS) &
Accreditation Council for Business Schools & Programs
(ACBSP), USA
Venue: K M Munshi Hall, BCCM, Bhubaneswar

Date: 27th & 28th August 2018
SEMINAR PROCEEDINGS
DAY - 1 (27/08/2018)
Inaugural session:
• The seminar was ceremonially inaugurated with lighting of the lamp by the
esteemed Chief Guest, Sri Subrato Bagchi, Chairman, Odisha Skill
Development Authority & Co Founder Mindtree.
• Special Guest, Mr Jefferey Alderman, President & CEO, ACBSP, USA; Guest of
Honor Dr Rajesh Khajuria, Director, CKSVIM, Vadodara & Commissioner, ACBSP,
USA; Key Note Speaker, Dr Omkarnath Mohanty, Former VC, Biju Pattanaik
University of Technology (BPUT) & Director, Technology & Academic Initiative, RSB
Metal tech, RSB Group led by our Chairman Maj General B K Mahapatra.
• The Inaugural session commenced with a warm welcome address by Chairman,
BCCM. He appreciated the joint collaboration of AIMS and ACBSP with BCCM in
organising this seminar. He referred to Mr Abraham Lincoln, the former President of
USA who was proud of his father’s profession and stressed that one should take
pride in what one does and it doesn’t matter how big or small the work is. It is always
how we do but not we do.
• Dr Sujata Mangaraj, the Convention Director introduced the guests of the Inaugural
session and gave an overview of the seminar.
• Followed by this, the honourable Chairman of BCCM felicitated the Special Guest,
Mr Jeffrey Alderman, the Distinguished Guest Madam Diana from USA and the
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Chief Guest Mr Subrato Bagchi as a gesture of honour for their august presence in
the convention and the seminar.
• Subsequently, the Chief Guest delivered a profound speech and mentioned that
quality and accreditation are in any context making the institutions and individuals a
benchmark and be a role model for others.
• Mr Bagchi spoke about the four layer of infrastructure of an institution, viz. Physical,
Digital, Intellectual and Emotional mentioning that it is the emotional infrastructure
that brings sustainability and growth to a system. The eight parameters that build
emotional infrastructures are leadership proximity, rituals, nonstop communication vs
transmission, bonding to adversities, voluntary support for community, abiding
vision, values and creating extreme exclusivity. Lastly he wished the programme to
be a grand success and meeting its desired objective.
• A commemorative souvenir was released on this occasion.
• Mr.Jeffrey Alderman spoke about ACBSP, its present position and the future
destination. Mentioning about its historical growth where approximately in a period
of 33 years 166 schools and more than 14000 individual members have joined
ACBSP and therefore it has been recognised as the most prestigious accreditation
body in the world. He made a mention about the contribution of Malcolm Baldrige
Quality model that has provided direction for continuously improving quality of the
institution.
• The Guest of Honour, Dr.Rajesh Khajuria, addressed the gathering. He advised that
a group of interested business schools can sign a joint MoU and can start working
for Accreditation.
• Prof (Dr) Omkarnath Mohanty was the Key Note Speaker in the inaugural session.
He spoke about the changing business scenario and the role of accreditation for B-
Schools in meeting the requirements of the industry.
• Lastly, the inaugural session ended with vote of thanks proposed by Dr B B Mishra,
Chairman, AIMS Odisha Chapter.
• The inaugural session was followed by a tea break.
.
Technical Session - I
• The sub theme of the first technical session was Accreditation for Quality:
Challenges & Opportunities. Prof (Dr ) Sunil Sarangi, Former Director, NIT
Rourkela, Professor Fellow IIT, Bhubaneswar was the Chairperson of the
Session. The distinguished speakers of the session were Ms Diana Hallerud, ,
Prof (Dr) N R Parasuraman, While Ms. Diana Hallerud gave an insight about
ACBSP accreditation processes, the next speaker Prof (Dr) N R Parasuraman
shared his experiences of accreditation process of ACBSP and European
accreditation.
• The third speaker of the session was Prof (Dr) B R Mohanty brought out the
salient points of NBA, NAAC and SAQS. He discussed the variables in the
criteria of assessment and evaluation parameters and pointed out the challenges
and opportunities of three accreditation systems operating at a national level.
• The session ended with concluding remarks made by the Chairperson Prof (Dr )
Sunil Sarangi.
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Technical Session - II
• The sub-theme of the second technical session was understanding processes
and procedures of B-School accreditation. Prof (Dr) Kailash Mishra, Former Vice
Chancellor, Sri Sri University, Bhubaneswar was the Chairperson of the session.
The speakers were Prof (Dr) R K Bal, Former PG Council Chairman, Utkal
University, Evaluator, NAAC, Prof (Dr) S Rajani, Director, School of
Management Studies, Gayatri Vidya Parishad, Visakhapatnam.
• While Prof (Dr) R K Bal explained in detail the revised NAAC accreditation
process, framework, self-study report, qualitative metrics (QLM), new
assessment outcome
• The next speaker Prof (Dr) S Rajani. She spoke about the philosophy of
accreditation process. She explained the key terminology like, Program
Education Objective (PEO), Program Course Objective (PCO), Assessment and
evaluation criteria.
• The Chairperson Prof (Dr) Kailash Mishra narrated his experience of facing
different accreditation bodies while working as Dean, S P Jain School of
Business and Sri Sri University. He emphasised on institutions as consumers
and consumers are smart enough to choose the best possible accreditation
procedures. He could differentiate the processes in terms of its approach and
direction.
Technical Session- III

• The sub-theme of the third technical session was leadership, governance,
institution building, quality assurance and role of stakeholders in accreditation.
• Prof (Dr) Sadananda Sahu, Former Professor, IIT Kharagpur was the
Chairperson of the session. The speakers were Prof (Dr) P K A Mohanty, former
Professor, Utkal University & former Director, Curriculum Development, BPUT,
Dr Tanmay Kumar Mohanty, Dean, Quality Assurance, KIIT University,
Bhubaneswar, Mr Debabrata Das, Chief Human Resource Officer, TS Alloys Ltd,
Tata Steel and Mr Soumyakanta Mishra, General Manager (HR) ,GMR Vara-
lakshmi Foundation.
• The session was designed to focus upon the views of different stakeholders like
Recruiters, Industry, Administrators and Researchers in accreditation.
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• Prof (Dr) Sadananda Sahu, the Chairperson of the session explained about his
long experiences at IIT kharagpur and Bhubaneswar. Dr Sahu assured that it
may be difficult but not impossible to achieve excellence and meet the
expectation of the stakeholders of management institutions.
• Dr Tanmay Kumar Mohanty discussed about the intricacies in the leadership
roles and its importance in bringing quality systems into the institutions.
Mr Debabrata Das made an in-depth deliberation on the sub-theme in the
seminar. He defined 4Ps of leadership focus, i.e., purpose, process, people and
perfection.
• Mr Soumyakanta Mishra, with a beautiful slide on “expectations from a mango
tree”, explained the very subtle dimensions of quality requirements in order to
make the mangoes sweet, juicy and enjoyable. While defining the objectives of
accreditation, Mr Mishra said that the role of leadership includes involvement,
adaptability, introspection, consistency and celebrating the success,
• The Esteemed Speaker, Prof P K Mohanty spoke about the real truth of Business
Schools functioning in the country and included governance, trust decision
making, curriculum, design, delivery, duration, Institution building to have a long
term satisfying academic clients.
• The day long technical deliberations came to an end, followed by a cultural
evening with a folk art GOTIPUA dance form of Odisha, performed by the child
artists.
DAY–2 (28/08/2018)
Panel Discussion
• The day 2 started with a panel discussion on accreditation for educational and
business process management (infrastructure, admission, placement,
examination, academic regulations, evaluation, faculty, and financial self-
sufficiency).
• Dr S K Mishra was the Chairperson of this panel discussion. Prof (Dr) Ramesh
Behl, Dr B B Mishra and Prof (Dr) R K Patra, Director, Bhavan’s Business
School, Kolkata & Executive Board Member, AIMS were the panel members.
• In his opening remark, Dr S K Mishra said that a diagnostic rubrics is a very
important tool for accreditation since it helps us to identify the weak areas of
students so that efforts can be made to overcome the same. It is always a TQM
approach that can make an institution from good to great.
• Prof (Dr) Ramesh Behl narrated the story of the seven year old institution where
they could realize that accreditation is nothing but you deliver what you promise.
He made certain in depth observations like co-relating the people, process and
system with the output and find the gap that needs to be addressed.
• Prof (Dr) R K Patra emphasized on continuous enhancement of certain basic
necessities of institution that include library, physical facilities, IT infrastructures
etc. Though we sometimes believe in number game, but we should not lose sight
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of quality, upgradation at every level. In this process maintaining a good industry

institution interface generates lot of practical ideas.
• Dr B B Mishra gave a vivid description of his experience of NAAC and other
visits that took place 2005-2016. He touched upon both strengths and
weaknesses in the institutional framework and how it had affected the students’
competence building. A good institution is never built in a day and it takes long
years of innovation and change to give a shape to an institution. According to
him the institutions are run with the contemporary values of the societies and
while safeguarding the interest we need to restrict the abuse of the resources
and use it for enhancing qualities in academic delivery.
• Four technical papers were presented in the session. Prof Dr Amaresh Chandra
Nayak from Sri Sri Univesity, Dr S K Patro, Mis Leena Priyadarshini from
Ravenshaw University, Mr Bimal Choudhary from Kalam Institute and Mr Paresh
Chandra Mohanty Research Scholar, Utkal University and a senior member of
ISTD Bhubaneswar Chapter.
• The session was over with vote of thanks to the Chair.
• The two days saw a lot of intellectual interactions, exchange of best practices,
institutional networking among academicians and professionals from India and
abroad , including business transactions and felicitating luminaries.
• We are sure this Eastern Region Convention of AIMS and International seminar
has been successful in driving the key message of quality assurance and
accreditation and bringing excellence in business education. This was possible
by all of your wholehearted involvement and good wishes.
Valedictory Session:
• The valedictory session commenced with a warm welcome address by Maj

General B K Mahapatra, Chairman, BCCM. He appreciated the joint collaboration
of AIMS and ACBSP with BCCM in organising this seminar. He also mentioned
about technological changes happening in the world and emphasized that there
should be adequate skill development programme provided to the students for
making them ready for the future job demands
• Dr Sujata Mangaraj, the Convention Director, presented the proceedings of the

convention and the two-day international seminar.
• Participation certificates were presented to the paper presenters and delegates
by the Chief Guest, Dr Aahok Kumar Das, Guests of Honour, Mr K C Samal,
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and Sri N K Taori, Associate President, International Institute of Projects &

Program Management.
• Sri K C Samal, our Revered Guest of Honour highlighted the role played by AIMS
and ACBSP to safeguard the interests of management institutions and promote
continuous quality improvement for achieving excellence in their performance.
NALCO in line with the Industry Institution Interaction program, has declared
three Annual Awards for Best Performers for the students of PGDM program of
BCCM. The NALCO Award comprises of 1st prize of Rs 1, 00, 000, 2nd prize Rs
50,000 and 3rd prize Rs 25,000.
• Revered Guest of Honour, Sri N K Taori, mentioned that Business Schools
should create good leaders with honesty and integrity, ability to inspire others,
commitment and passion, good communicator, decision-making capabilities,
accountability, delegation and empowerment, creativity and innovation,
competence to recognize the indicators of change in market place, ability to
disengage from old and engage in new business.
• Honourable Dr Aahok Kumar Das our esteemed Chief Guest of this Valedictory
Ceremony in his valedictory address highlighted that the most important criteria
for excellence is academic rigor that includes curriculum structure in system,
high quality teaching that fall in line with the quality of world class institutions,
appropriate change in pedagogy, constant study of the literature, updating
knowledge and giving opportunities for strategy changes and meeting the
leadership needs.
• Lastly, the valedictory session ended with vote of thanks proposed by Dr A K
Panigrahy, Professor, BCCM.
• Post lunch: Madam Diana Hallerud has conducted a workshop for Deans,
Directors and Faculty Members of Business Schools.
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WESTERN REGION
Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya

Indore
Guest Lecture Series
Strengthening of Technical Knowledge of Mechanical Engineering Students
(Dr K W Miller, Professor and Head, Department of Mechanical Engineering,

St Cloud State University, Minnesota, USA)
(July 10 to 26, 2018)
Guest lecture series was organized by Mechanical/Automobile Engineering Department

SVITS, SVVV Indore to enhance the Technical Knowledge of Students. The lectures
were conducted by Dr K W Miller, Professor, St Cloud State University, Department of
Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering from 10/07/2018 to 26/07/2018.
Dr K W Miller has taken the three sessions every day, in starting two sessions he has
discussed the technical subjects knowledge of Mechanical Engineering and in last
session he has discussed about the importance of performing the experiments in
laboratory and he has given the broad knowledge of welding processes. He has
covered important topics of Automobile Engineering, Strength of Materials (SOM),
Thermal Engineering, Refrigeration and Air conditioning (RAC), IC Engine, Energy
Systems Modeling & Analysis and Welding Technology. He began his talk with the
history of engine development in vehicles and current market trends as well as future of
automobiles. Students were given insights about what an engineer or designer has to
think when a new product is being developed. During the laboratory session he has
discussed the types of welding processes, as he has the expertise in welding
technology he has given the broad idea about performing the welding processes with
high accuracy.
During the visit of Dr K W Miller, the students have got the knowledge of important
subjects which they are going to study or they have studied. The lecture series will help
the students to get good grades in university exams also. Dr K W Miller discussed about
the future scope for higher studies in USA. His sessions were very interactive as the
students were very curious to know about the scope of studies in USA.
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Shri Vainshnav Institute of Technology and Science
Industrial Visit
Flexi Caps & Polymers Pvt. Ltd., Indore

Department of Mechanical and Automobile Engineering
(Date: 14th July, 2018)
Industrial visit was carried out to FLEXI CAPS & POLYMERS PRIVATE LIMITED on
14th July, 2018 especially for semester five students. The main objective behind the
visit was to make students aware about how various activities related to production,
purchasing, store management and boilers section, are carried out in the company and
give them feel of Engineers as soon as they start their course. Three faculties and one
guest faculty Dr Kenneth W Miller - Professor, St Cloud State University Minnesota,
USA along with 45 students left for visit at 12 Noon and took about 30 minutes to cover
the distance. The company is located in Sanwer tehsil in Indore city. As soon as we
reached company we were guided by Mr Jai, Production Engineer, who took us to
administrative section where an orientation of company was given by heads of
production department about history and how company was established.
The conception of this philosophy is derived from the core objective of the company ‘To
Contribute to the Society’. Adhering to this philosophy, the Company balances its
business and manufacturing activities with its impact on the communities and people at
large. After introduction all students were headed by one manager of company who
helped them to understand how production is carried out in company and how company
reaches their customer. Maximum production in company is carried out by means of
machinery subdivide in various activities like inception of raw material, mixing process,
making jackets, covering the product and then converting it into finished goods. Finally
Finished goods are packed and are sealed where production batch number is
embossed for its future verification required.
We took almost two hour to see complete set of production which was followed by
questions of students. I appreciate staff member who guided students with each and
every question with detailed answers. It is rightly said that “see & kow’ is better than
‘read & learn’. Students have got real feel of company’s working after this visit. They got
a chance to transfer their theoretical knowledge to practical implication. This will even
help students to understand subject matter clearly in future also.
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Shri Vainshnav Institute of Technology and Science
Industrial Visit
Shree Singaji Thermal Power
Department of Mechanical and Automobile Engineering
(Date: 21st July, 2018)
The B.Tech III Semester, students of Mechanical & Automobile Engineering Department
of SVVV, Indore visited the Shree Singaji Thermal Power, Indore on 21.08.2017. Forty-
five students along with faculty members Dr K W Miller, Mr Santosh Patel, Mr Palash
Goyal, Mr Akhilesh Choudhary and one lab staff were sent for visit. Students were
guided by the Experts of Shree Singaji Thermal Power in different sections. Shree
Singaji Super Thermal Power Project is a coal-fired power plant located near Dongaliya
village near by Mundi of Khandwa District in Madhya Pradesh state of India.
This project is owned by Madhya Pradesh Power Generating Company Limited

(MPPGCL). The water required is taken from Indira Sagar Reservoir on Narmada River.
With Units operational: 2 X 600 MW; 2 X 660 MW, Nameplate capaci :2520 MW, firstly
students were allowed to see the working of different machines and electricity
generation process in training & skill development section, in each section Students
learnt the practical elaboration of knowledge. They all appreciated the visit organized by
university as this visit helped the student in better understanding of the subjects they
are studying.
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Abhinandan – 2018
(23rd -25th July 2018)
Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwaviyalaya organized 3 days induction program

“Abhinadan- 2018” from 23rd to 25th July 2018 for the new batch of University.
Day- 1 Sessions (23rd July 2018)
After Inaugural ceremony two sessions of experts were scheduled. In the first session
Mr Rakshit Tondon, Executive Director – Council of Information Security threw light on
Cyber Security and explained various privacy setting and appropriate use of Social
Media. Also he differentiated Ethical Hacking and Hacking; in his session he
emphasized on protecting youth from Fishing, Vishing, e-commerce frauds, Card
Swapping, and other cyber crimes. He advised not to prank with social sites and be
aware of cyber crimes and its legal aspects. In the second session Dr Deepak Vohra
talked about the Global Mega trends and trust. In the last session Dr Kenneth Miller said
that “In today’s challenging world it is important to have some unique preposition. For
that everyone wants to peruse degree and numbers of courses are available in the field
of education. Now the challenge is to choose the right course and go for the
professional degree”.
Day- 2 Sessions (July 24, 2018)
Second Day of induction program “Abhinadan- 2018” started with expert talk on
Entrepreneurship and Startup by Mr Siddarth Rajhans, CEO & Co-founder, Spacify Inc.
Harvard University Alumnus 2018. Product Manager, Apple Inc. Dr Anand Rajavat,
welcomed Mr Siddarth Rajhans. He shared his experience on entrepreneurship and
differentiated passion and fascination, he also added that fresher can be easily
moulded, research is an important aspect and all companies have dearth of human
resources in the field of analytics and research. He emphasized on Innovation and said
that “due to lack of innovation many companies lost their market value, don’t be afraid of
failure because it always gives you experience”. He also talked about the opportunity in
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the field of aggregators and said that “It is important to provide every facility free to your
customer because the golden rule for new age is - your customer is your product”.
Heads of various institutions and departments of the university welcomed all the
students and after that an introductory session about different facilities and formalities of
the universities was organized. Dr Jigyasu Dubey, Professor & Head, IT Department
SVIIT, explained the Computing Facilities in SVVV. He told to new students about how
to utilize computing & network facilities. He discussed about ERP system in which all
processes like admissions, academic calendar, attendance, assessments, result
declaration, administration are computerized and automated in the university.
Day- 3 Sessions
On the last day of "Abhinandan 2018" Mr Sarvasakshi Das, devotee from ISKON
enlightened the students of new batches. He discussed various life balancing factors
and explained the students the technique of controlling anger. He also narrated many
stories and motivated students to live balanced life.
Apart from the motivational lecture, the university professors took sessions which
include:
In the last session Dr Anand Rajavat, Coordinator-SVIIT instructed the students to focus
on their aims and develop logic based decision ability and professional attitude. Dr.
Upinder Dhar, expressed best wishes to the students for starting their journey with
SVVV. At the end of the day students and parents visited the campus.
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Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC)
India tends to simplify things and produce innovations that are cost-effective. Creating a
strong innovation culture requires us to communicate and work together closely.
entrepreneurship and innovation are critical for creating economic empowerment for a
prosperous and peaceful world. Entrepreneurship is the process of starting a business;
typically a startup company offering an innovative product, process or service. An
entrepreneur perceives an opportunity and often exhibits biases in taking the decision to
exploit the opportunity.
In a major leap towards encouraging the entrepreneurship among its students, Shri
Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore (SVVV, Indore) has launched the
Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) to support and facilitate the development of
the next generation of business leaders. The EDC is aimed at enabling SVVV to
become the hub of entrepreneurship in the region. EDC is managed by the students of
SVVV for manifesting the entrepreneurial spirit of young students.
SVVV has always been a hotbed for innovative thinkers, and EDC offers a new channel
to transform breakthrough ideas into viable business ventures. EDC aims to create a
structured platform that strengthens the entrepreneurial ecosystem in technology
business incubation by providing support to the larger SVVV fraternity. The Cell focuses
on inviting on board experienced industry leaders, successful entrepreneurs, investors
and policy makers, who can guide the registered students in terms of mentoring, advice,
pitching proposals and more. SVVV has designed and developed mechanisms and
bodies to help create new enterprises that employ technologies developed by its faculty
and students. It, thus, offers a conducive environment in which new ideas can be
generated, researched, and nurtured before they become industry ready.
The activities of the Cell cover entrepreneurship value chain to include micro-grants and
networking with established entrepreneurs and industry leaders. It is managed by an
Advisory Board comprising faculty members, industry professionals, renowned
international experts on entrepreneurship and student representatives. Having round
the year events, such as expert lectures, Startup Weekend powered by Google for
entrepreneurial activities, events, competitions, and Jugaad conducted to inculcate a
startup mindset among students, EDC aims at an all round development of all its
members so that they are fully prepared for their future endeavors. It also supports and
incubates many startups.
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Seminar
Awareness of Entrepreneurship among Youngsters
(August 13, 2018)
Entrepreneurship Development Cell of SVVV organized a Seminar on "Awareness of

Entrepreneurship among Youngsters" on August 13, 2018 at University Auditorium
from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. which was delivered by Mr Sidhant Sidana, Founder of 4-
Startups. It is a matter of great pride for all of us to share that Entrepreneurship
Development Cell of SVVV Mr Sidhant Sidana, a IIM graduate and founder of 4
Startups.
Program started with brief introduction of Mr Sidhant Sidana, ED Cell coordinator Mr

Sumit Chandak grace MrSidhant Sidana with sapling. Two hundred eighty two students
registered for this seminar and two hundred fifty plus students from all disciples
attended this seminar. During the seminar he enlightened the students through his
journey from a student to an entrepreneur. He also gave brief knowledge about
Intellectual Property Rights (IPR). He motivated students to opt their career option as
entrepreneur. Dr Rakesh Malviya, Co-coordinator of ED Cell, SVVV provided a
Memento to Mr Sidhant Sidana as token of gratitude.
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12th World Education Summit and Awards 2018

(August 09-10, 2018)
Elets Technomedia, Asia & Middle East’s premier media and technology research
organization organized 12th edition of World Education Summit (WES) in New Delhi on
09th–10th August 2018 at The Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Karkarduma, New
Delhi. 12th World Education summit, Delhi 2018 vibrantly covered various aspects of
school, higher, vocational, technical education & skill development and also witnessed
presence of Global Educational Thought Leaders, Policy Makers, Experts & Industry
Leaders to discuss and deliberate upon various aspects of making knowledge society.
Shri Vaishnav Vidyapeeth Vishwavidyalaya, Indore one of the award winners in the
Industry-Academia Interface of Higher Education Categories. Dr. Anand Rajavat, Head
of Institute, Shri Vaishnav Institute of Information Technology was representative of
SVVV and also participated as a panelist in Higher Education track on the topic “Global
Best Practices of Academia-Corporate Interface in Research & Development and Digital
Education”. The key point of discussion was how can Edu-tech industry and education
authorities work collaboratively to simplify digital education.
Elets 12th World Education Summit 2018 was the India Biggest Education Conference
and Exhibition for dialogue exchange and collaborations to make the education
ecosystem better with key participants by Ministers, State Secretaries, Project Directors
and Regulatory Bodies from Government, Chairpersons, CEOs, Directors and
Principals form Schools, Institutes & University, CEOs , Managing Directors, Founders
and CMOs / COOs / VPs form Corporate , Chancellor/ Vice Chancellors, Chairpersons,
Directors and Principals from Higher Education. The summit was inaugurated with
welcome address by Dr Ravi Gupta, Editor-in-chief, digital LEARNING Magazine and
CEO, Elets Technomedia Pvt. Ltd. Shri Dhan Singh Rawat , Hon’ble Higher Education
Minister, Government of Uttarakhand, Shri Temjen Imna Along, Hon’ble Minister,
Higher & Technical Education, Government of Nagaland were present in Inaugural
Session. 150th Special issue of digital LEARNING Magazine was also launched in
Inaugural session. Expo session consists of two tracks one was School Education track
and another was Higher Education Track. Brief description of sessions as below
Day 01: 09th August 2018
Session Panel discussion on:
1. Innovation & Technology, the Game Changer for Higher Education Scenario. The
key point of discussion was Innovative Business Curriculum that serves new age
Higher Education needs and the higher education system must be attuned to the
new global environment by promoting creativity.
2. Importance of PPP model (Public-Private-Partnership) in Education. The key

point of discussion was Role of PPP to enforce academic quality standards,
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reforming the systems that provide more autonomy to HE institutes and PPP to
promote excellence and facilitate holistic growth of education system.
3. Global Best Practices of Academia-Corporate Interface in Research &

Development and Digital Education. The key point of discussion was how can
Edu-tech industry and education authorities work collaboratively to simplify digital
education.
4. Experiential Learning: Meeting the changing behavior of student enrollment and

the impact of technology. The key point of discussion was Potential of MOOCs,
Distance Education, E-learning, and Blended Learning in Higher Education,
Effectively Combining educators, educator-curated ed-tech and student needs
and changing landscape of Student Enrollment and the way forward
Session - Industry presentation delivered by
1. Sarat Mandava, CEO,ekalasaala.

2. Gopal Devenahalli, CEO, MeritTrac Services
3. Ashim Sachdeva, Regional Director-South Asia, Turnitin and covered topic What
is your Academic Integrity Quotient (AIQ)
4. Rajeev Singh, Managing Director, BenQ India.
5. Nitesh Wadekar, Product Head, CloudWalker Streaming Technology Pvt. Ltd.
6. Chocko Valliappa, Founder and CEO, HireMeee.
Special Address Session by

1. Dr A Ashok, Secretary and Commissioner, Board of Intermediate Education,
Government of Telangana.
2. Dr Archana Thakur, Joint Secretary, University Grants Commission (UGC),
MHRD, Government of India.
Session - Roundtable discussion on

1. transformative practices towards Ensuring Quality in Higher Education
Day 02: 10th August 2018
Session - Panel discussion on
1. Self-Directed Professional Development of Students. The key point of discussion

was Self-directed professional development (PD) of students through webinars
or other online content, Update students’ skills to remain in compliance with
ethical and legal guidelines and become familiar with the latest standards and
complete interactive learning components to remain abreast of the latest
developments in education.
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2. The New Age Disruptors of Global Business Education. The key point of
discussion was Role of internships or apprenticeships for students to be job-
ready, Attracting the right students, Integrating information systems with the
conventional management programmes to develop industry relevant courses.
3. Education for Human Fulfillment: The Emerging Global Experiments &

Innovations. The key point of discussion was Interdisciplinary learning, Learning
in the local languages to foster innovations, Solving Local Problems in a
globalized era.
Special Address Session by

1. Manish Kumar, MD & CEO, National Skill Development Corporation.
2. Dr Manpreet Singh Manna, Director (PMSSS & SWAYAM), All India Council for
Technical Education (AICTE), MHRD, Govt of India.
Session - Industry presentation delivered by
1. Anirban Dutta, COO Digilend

2. Aditya Vijay Kumar Berlia, Co-Founder & Pro-Chancellor, Apeejay Stya
Univesity.
3. Amitava Sen, AVP Digital, Indiannica learning
Session - HR Panel discussion on
1. HR’s Role in the Changing Scenario of Employment, Innovation &

Entrepreneurship in New Era. The key point of discussion was focus on the
changing role of HR in various organizations who are trying to ensure
employability of skilled youth by walking extra mile and working closely with the
higher education institutes for building effective and job oriented curriculum.
Session - Roundtable discussion on
1. Handling the Complexity of Academic Operations.
Based on the discussion and interaction during sessions following points can be
considered to improve industry oriented educational approach and technical skills of
SVVV Students.
1. Innovative Business Curriculum that serves new age Higher Education needs
and the higher education system must be attuned to the new global environment
by promoting creativity.
2. Initiatives in PPP model (Public-Private-Partnership) in Education.
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3. Established Standard SVVV Models on Global Best Practices of Academia-

Corporate Interface.
4. Developed SVVV Portal / Moodle for MOOCs, Distance Education, E-learning,

and Blended Learning in Higher Education by effectively combining educators.
5. Professional Development of Students.
Tie-up with Industry for internships.
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Seminar
Idea Generation, Creativity and Innovations
(August 20, 2018)
Entrepreneurship Development Cell of SVVV has organized a seminar on “Idea

Generation, Creativity and Innovations” on August 20, 2018. Speaker Mr.Ram
Sharma, a certified Value Engineer from S A V E International – Ohio – USA, a Harvard
certified professional; holds B.E. in Mechanical Engineering & Certified Electrical
Engineer from Australia. A very creative & analytical person (filed one Technological
patent; Application No.#3509/DEL/2013 and many more under drafting). Being
specialized in the field of “Creativity, Innovation & Allied Value Improvement
(Vi/Vm) Programs, he has conducted Trainings, Orientation programs and/or events for
several organizations of repute on various technological & management subjects;
like: SABO – Gummers-Bach, Germany; PLASTRO Irrigation System Ltd. – Israel;
DANA Corporations - India & Italy; ENGINEERING CLUSTER (NEC) – India; SUNWAY
– Malaysia, ACI Group – Bangladesh, Turk Tractor – Istanbul, TURKEY;
EMPIRETECH – Thailand; ALTRAK & PROBESC– Indonesia; John Deere
Technology Center – Pune, India; John Deere SIRHIND Works – Patiala, India; John
Deere Waterloo Works – Waterloo, United State; John Deere Harvester Works –
Moline, United States; John Deere Sprayer Works – Des Moines, United States; John
Deere Sprayers – Horst, Netherland etc.
Program started with brief introduction of Mr. Ram Sharma. Dr.Rakesh Malviya Co-
coordinator of ED Cell, SVVV graced Mr. Ram Sharma by providing Sapling.
ED Cell gets overwhelming response of students in this seminar. More than 500
students registered for this seminar and more than 100 non registered students are
interested to attend this seminar on the spot. But due to limited number of seats as per
capacity of Auditorium ED Cell allowed only 250 plus students on the basis of first cum
first serve basis.
Mr Ram Sharma covered all aspects of creativity and Innovation during his 2 hours
seminar from 11 AM to 1 PM. He motivated students to think simple and different by
providing real time stories and examples. He tried to realize students that what is
difference between simple product or service and value based product and service. He
motivated students to become valued Graduate rather than becoming simple graduate
to serve society in better way.
At the end, Mr. Sumit Chandak, Coordinator of ED Cell, SVVV presented Memento to
Mr Ram Sharma as token of gratitude.
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Academic Activities at IIEBM – Indus Business School

July – August 2018
• Induction Program – Batch 2018 – 20
The institute organized a comprehensive induction program for students of the batch
2018-20 in July and Aug 2018. The institute kicked off the new academic year of 19 th
batch of PGDM with the induction program on 9th July 2018 in the presence of
students, family members of students, management officials, advisory council
members, faculty and staff. The induction program concluded on 25th Aug 2018.
During this period, the institute invited more than 100 senior executives from industry,
entrepreneurs, management consultants, senior educationist and dignitaries from other
walks of life to address and interact with the students during induction period. The
induction program commenced with address of management officials and members of
advisory council. Stalwarts like Mr G K Pillai, Managing Director & CEO,
Walchandnagar Industries, Rajiv Mitra, Managing Director, Govind Mills and Milk
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products had addressed the students. They recounted a few of their experiences
and advised the students for self learning and research orientation that will play
a significant role going forward in life.
During the induction program Mr Dilip Summanwar, a veteran in oil exploration

industry, senior manager and safety training expert conducted a workshop on
“Leadership and Team Building” which involved participation from entire batch of 2018-
20 and evoked great enthusiasm chipping in from every student. The workshop
charged the students with the attitude of team-work and leadership.
On another day, students had opportunity to attend a workshop by Group Captain D P

Apte, an educationist and NLP expert on confidence building which was thoroughly
enjoyed by students. In the workshop, one of the activities involved students walking
over broken glass pieces with confidence and without experiencing any injury. It helped
boost the self belief and morale of students.
Thus students through participation in various activities got an opportunity to

keep pace with recent developments in industry by interacting with business
leaders and managers, and domain experts during induction program. Induction
2018 not only revolved around interaction with corporate world but it devoted a
complete day as “NGO day” where the dignitaries from different NGOs interacted with
the students and highlighted the importance of developing an ethical value system
and the right attitude. The dignitaries also conveyed the students about the
importance of gratitude towards the society.
• Big Bazaar Live Project

To get hands-on input and practical exposure; students participated in live project with
Big Bazaar between Aug 11 to Aug 15, 2018. Students worked at different outlets of
Big Bazaar in Pune from dawn to dusk and were involved in learning practical lessons
in sales promotion, inventory management and distribution management. Such
cumbersome activities help students in developing right attitude towards task at hand
and value of time. They also learnt the concept of dignity of labour.
• All Work and No Play Makes Jack…..Outbound Program
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As a part of leisure cum learning activity, one of the days during the induction was
devoted to outdoor visit. The students of batch 2018-20 were taken to one of the private
and well planned picturesque city Lavasa for their outbound activity which worked
doubly as an ice-breaking session among the large batch and also as a team-building
activity. By using management and simulation games students were engaged to work
as a team with common objective and develop comradeship amongst fellow batch
mates.
In addition, a host of workshops on personality development were organized during

the induction program towards the personality enrichment program.
Students who have attended the induction swear that the induction program was a
brilliant mix of traditional as well as modern teaching aids, which resulted in infusing a
fresh breath of vigor, enthusiasm and sense of responsibility among students
and above all the positivity towards the PGDM program they registered at IIEBM.
Apart from the exhaustive induction program of the institute during the July – August
2018, IIEBM signed a MOU with Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) Young Indians
(Pune Chapter) YUVA which aims at involving students, young entrepreneurs,
professionals and achievers from different walks of life to participate and contribute
towards nation building. The MOU was signed in the presence of Mr. Paramjit Singh
Chadha, Managing Director, Knorr-Bremse Systems, Mr BineshMenon, Head –
Learning & Development, Emerson & Mr. Bharat Oswal (YUVA Pune Chapter Co-
Chair).
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SOUTHERN REGION
School of Management Studies, Lakireddy Bali Reddy College of Engineering

Vijayawada
A Two-Day Faculty Development Program on “Paradigms of Education: Role of a

Teacher and Reflective Teaching” was organised on 17th and 18th July 2018 by School
of Management Studies In association with AIMS under the stewardship of Dr A.
Adisesha Reddy.
Dignitaries on the dais for inaugural function of FDP
Prof S Ramakrishna Rao, Vice-Chancellor, Krishna University and In-Charge Vice-

Chancellor, JNTUK,Kakinada, along with Dr K Apparao, Principal, LBRCE; K Thimma
Reddy, Director, Infrastructure, LBRCE; Dr A Adisesha Reddy, Convenor of the
Programme & HoD School of Management Studies, LBRCE; Brigadier Dr P Raj Kumar,
Dr S P Ravindra, Chairman, A P Chapter, AIMS; Prof K Vinay Kumar, CEO, Data
Wise; Dr C L Venakt Rao, Advisor to CM,Swatch Andhra Mission; Guest of honour Prof
Amiya Bhumik, CEO & VC, Lincoln University, Malaysia and also by Prof P Narayana
Reddy, Treasurer, AIMS.
The motive of this program is to enlighten the teaching community with various
Pedagogies along with teaching aids. The Programme has been attended by 125
faculty members from various management institutes/colleges belonging to AP,
Telangana and Karnataka.
The inaugural function attended by Prof S Ramakrishna Rao along with Dr K Appa
Rao, Principal, LBRCE, Brigadier Dr P Raj Kumar, Dr S P Ravindra, Prof K Vinay
Kumar, Dr C L Venakta Rao, Guest of honour Prof Amiya Bhumik, and also by Prof P
Narayana Reddy.
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With a huge gathering on 17th July 2018, Brigadier Dr P Raj Kumar, Prof P Narayana
Reddy and Prof K Vinay Kumar has delivered their valuable inputs on different themes
like “Paradigms in Management and Technical Education”, “Sustainability in Teaching”
and “Case Method as an Important Pedagogical Tool of Professional Education
Teachers”.
The second day sessions conducted by Prof P Raghunadha Reddy. The themes are
“Balanced Personality Development”, “Self Empowerment”, “Competencies
Development among Teachers” and “Leveraging Communication Technologies”. The
session on that day lasted up to 4:30 pm with felicitation to the Resource Person of the
day. And with the issue of certificates to the participants the session came to an end.
The event witnessed active participation by faculty members. All the resource persons
have played a vital part well. There was encouraging feedback and the participants
wanted this kind of programs to be organized at least once in every six months.
Towards the end of the event a few participants were given the chance to air their views
about the program. Feedback was also collected using a structured questionnaire as
well.
All the Resource Persons and Guests are delighted with the programme and the
Participants expressed their deep satisfaction towards organising this event and
arrangement of hospitality. Print and Electronic Media widely covered the programme
and praised the commitment of LBRCE and AIMS towards the growth and development
of the teaching fraternity.
Address of Gathering by Prof S Ramakrishna Rao, Vice-Chancellor –

Krishna University and In-Charge Vice-Chancellor – JNTUK - Kakinada
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Distribution of Certificates for Participants by resource person, Prof P Raghunadha

Reddy, Vice Chairman-AIMS AP Chapter, Programme Convener, Dr A Adisesha
Reddy, and Principal Dr K Appa Rao.
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Dhruva College of Management

Hyderabad
MDP on “Internet as a Force Multiplier for Business (IFMB)

August 31, 2018
Convenor – Dr S Pratap Reddy, Founder Chairman, Dhruva College of Management
The MDP titled, “Internet as a Force Multiplier for Business (IFMB)” was organised by
Dhruva College of Management on August 31, 2018 and was hosted at Karvy,
Gachibowli, Hyderabad. The program started at 10:15 AM with Mr Vijayant Jolly, Head-
HR (Operations) of Karvy delivering the inaugural address. The first keynote session
was delivered by Shri Manish Jha, India Head-Digital Business, Shriram Life Insurance.
He gave several insights and examples on how businesses are destined to fail if they
don’t change their ways by connecting Indian mythology and various management
theories. The second keynote session was delivered by Shri. Sandeep Santhosham,
CEO, Digital Nest. He gave insights about the specific technologies one should be
aware as not to be beaten in the rat race. Both sessions were followed by Q & A
sessions. A total of 51 delegates participated in the event of which 29 were students
and 15 were from the industry and 7 were from the academia.
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Workshop on Persuasion Strategies for Managers, 28th July 2018
Convenor – Dr S Pratap Reddy, Founder Chairman, Dhruva College of Management.
A full-day workshop on "Persuasion Strategies for Managers" was organized by Dhruva

College of Management on 28th July 2018at Dr Reddy's Laboratories, Ameerpet from
9.30 am - 6.30 pm. The resource person was Dr Mathukutty Monippally, Professor, IIM -
Ahmedabad (Retd.,) an international expert in the area of communication. He
conducted various role plays, case studies and discussion to bring across the ways,
means and reasons for effective communication. The participants included people from
industry, academia and government.
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International School of Business & Research (ISBR)

Bangalore
International Conference
On
Current Trends in Business Practices and Management Education
Saturday, 7 April 2018
An International Conference was organized by ISBR (International School of Business &

Research), Bangalore in association with AIMS (Association of Indian Management
School) on 7th April 2008, at ISBR campus.
Theme - Current Trends in Business Practices and Management Education

International conference provided a forum to bring together Researchers, Scientists,
Faculty and Industry professionals to discuss innovative ideas and diverse topics
around the above theme. Hundreds of attendees, paper presenters and students have
benefited in many ways from the conference. 75 participants had joined from different
countries, e.g., Iran, France, Nepal, Jordan, etc.
Speakers from different countries such as The Netherlands, Bangladesh, Italy, Srilanka,
Jordon etc. addressed the audience and shared their knowledge and experience.
Objectives of the Conference:

• To facilitate learning through exchange of best practices in global business in
different business verticals and geographic.
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• To analysis and synthesize emerging trends in global business, deliberating on the

needs and consequential demand for the new skill-set and knowledge, so as to
upgrade and enrich content and pedagogy of Management Education.
Opening Ceremony:
The conference was inaugurated by Prof Dr Abdul Hannan Chowdhury, Vice Chancellor
of Bangladesh University. Dr Anil Rao Paila, Sr Dean, Welingkar Institute of
Management and Dr Jitendra Mishra, Director, MATS Institute of Management and
Entrepreneurship spoke on the occasion.
Keynote Presentation:
The management education plays an essential role in today’s dynamic business

environment. The rapid trend of globalization and technological changes have made it
difficult for organizations to survive in the competitive world. As a result, the importance
of management education has been increased many folds. Business Executives need
to update their skills due to rapid changes in the external environment. Consequent to
the increasingly complex nature of organizations and businesses, there is established
need for Business Schools to impart relevant, current, and cutting edge knowledge to
the students.
The external business environment is continuously changing and evolving. In order to

cope with the present and future challenges of the business world, both industry and
academia have to be at the cutting edge of business research and emerging trends. It is
particularly important for the Business Schools to take a more balanced approach and
offer business education curricula which contain a blend of diversified business areas.
The business environment is constantly evolving in the face of changing trends,

processes, complexities and people’s preferences. To keep pace with such a dynamic
environment, it is imperative that organizations undertake innovations not only in
products and services but also in processes and practices of business management.
Equally important is an emphasis on good governance and sound management
practices for survival and growth of business organizations.
Some of the key points:
• Technology mediated learning, blended learning, distance learning, mobile learning

and online
• Global learning, all supporting individualized, customized instruction
• Experiential education (internships and field-based projects)
• Project based teamwork
• Incubator and laboratory learning (including virtual reality)
• The gamification of learning
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• The international integration of classrooms and international team activities and

competitions
• Collaborative applied research in organizations and
• Learning through consultation
Closing Ceremony:
Distinguished speakers and participants shared their experience and expertise and had
a cordial relationship established among all. The day ran smoothly, visitors stayed for
extended periods of time and seemed to enjoy themselves. Evaluations from Jury had
many good comments, and overall the day was a success
Outcomes:
We had a galaxy of national and International speakers who made significant

contribution to deliberation, resulting in positive outcome. Key outcome of the
conference include-
• Way forward in deepening Industry and Academia collaboration
• Synergizing through symbiotic relationship and partnership with university and B
School in South Asia and other countries.
• Facilitating Industry Internship in a collaborative mode by structure engagement
by Industries bodies and Chamber of Commerce.
• Fulfilling the talent needs of Industry by designing new courses such as –
Business Forecasting
• Developing a framework of Applied Research, addressing real time issues and
concerns of Industry, Government and Local bodies.
• Enabling and enhancing the competencies of Academia, faculties by creating
advance internship and orientation program in Industry, facilitating cross
fertilization of talent and technology.
Feedback:
Evaluations from visitors, few of them are-
1. It was great! The people in the various posts were very helpful and
knowledgeable
2. Lively volunteers. Well organized
3. Learnt a new way to deal with some of the challenges of present management
education
4. Speakers from different countries were excellent and got lot of input from them
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Speakers:
Prof (Dr) Abdul Hannan Chowdhury
Vice Chancellor, Primeasia University
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Dr Anil Rao Paila

President, AIMS
Sr Dean, WeSchool
Dr Jitendra Kumar Mishra

Executive Board Member, AIMS & Director MATS
Dr Sergio Sgambato
MD, Armpian_ India
(Italy)
Sri N Ramachandran
MD, MEL System & Service
EC Member, IACC
Sri Robert de Bos

Director, Banglore Plant First
(The Netherlands)
Sri Vijay Venkatesh

Senior Vice President
Head Hunters (India)
Sri Emilien Coquard

CEO & Co-Founder, the Scalers
(France)
Sri Tarun S Khushalani

Director, Commercial & Operations
D art Global Logistics India
Srilanka
Smt Anitha Ramachander

Director, AIMIT, Vice Chairman, AIMS K & K Chapter
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Address for Correspondence and Contact:
Mr M Venkateshwarlu
Executive Secretary
Association of Indian Management Schools

Head Office : D No 6-3-668/10/76 First Floor, Near Sri Kalyana Venkateshwara Swamy Temple
Durganagar Colony, Punjagutta, Hyderabad 500 082. Telangana. Tel: 040-23417876/48544057
Email: aims.secretariat@gmail.com
Ms Rupinder Kaur Chandiok

ATMA National Coordinator
Pune Office: Flat No. B–5, Ashiyana, Triveni Coop Housing Society
Bhau Patil Road, Bopodi, Pune – 411 020, Maharashtra. Mob : 9810152053
Email: atma.secretariatpune@gmail.com
Website: www.aims.org.in
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I look forward to your valuable participation in this knowledge dissemination activity by

With fraternal regards,

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Highlights of AIMS Events

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Highlights of AIMS Events

AIMS Annual General Meeting at Prin L N Welingkar Institute of Management

First AIMS Executive Board Meeting at Infosys Convention Center, Bangalore

Lighting of Lamp by all the

Inaugural address by Dr Anil

Addressing the delegates

Distinguished Chief Guest, Mr

Adv S K Jain, Guest of

Plenary Session I - “Leading

Key Note Address

Plenary Session II – “Co-creating

Plenary Session III – “Innovation

Plenary Session IV – “Research

Plenary Session V – “How are we

Mr D Shiv Kumar, Chief Guest

Ravi J Matthai National Fellow Award

Prof (Dr) Upinder Dhar

Dr Meenakshi Tomar (Runner-up)

Dr P Raghunadha Reddy receives

Infosys Convention Centre and its Team Members

Research Paper Presenters at WeSchool Campus

Theme: Management Education: Connecting the Dots

A Brief Note on the Theme:

Ex Chairman, Tata International; Ex Vice

A Brief Note on the Theme:

A Brief Note on the Theme:

Globalization and the development of technology have brought both

A Brief Note on the Theme:

Global Head, EFMD, USA

b) AIMS - RCM Best B-School Director Award Jury

c) AIMS - ICFAI Best Teacher Award

d) AIMS Best Student Paper Award

Prof S S Prasad Rao

e) AIMS J L Batra Best Research Paper Award

Dr Nandagopal Director, XIME, Cochin

f) AIMS Best Case Award

g) AIMS National Management Week Award

h) AIMS Ramaswamy P Aiyar Best Young Teacher Award

i) AIMS Datawise Budding Manager Award

j) Concurrent Sessions – Research Papers We School: First Floor

k) AIM-AIMS Conscious Capitalism Simulation Competition 2018

Prof Dr Bindu Agrawal

Day 3 1st September, 2018, Saturday, at Infosys Convention Centre

A Brief Note on the Theme:

drastically altering the primary nature of work. The growth of automation

AIMS EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS AND REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENTS 2018-2019

Dr Rattan Sharma Dr Sujata Mangaraj

Dr Anil Rao Paila South

East Thumkunta, Ranga Reddy Dist

Founder President Mob: (0) 9835182264

Prof Shekhar Chaudhuri (2006-07) Dr D Y Patil (2012-13)

Prof (Dr) Shefali Gautam (2009-10) Prof (Dr) L N Bhagat (2015-16)

HIGHLIGHTS OF AIMS EVENTS

AIMS Bengal Region Meeting on

Banaras Hindu University