The IIM, Sambalpur, hosted its CEO Immersion Programme for Executive MBA for batches 2022-24 and 2023-25 here. The programme aims to equip the batch with practical knowledge, industry trends, and leadership skills through direct interaction with seasoned professionals.
As many as 77 working professionals participated in the programme. Association of Indian Universities, Government of India, Joint Secretary Dr Alok Kumar Mishra shared insights about the evolving landscape of executive education.
In his welcome address, Director, IIM Sambalpur, Prof Mahadeo Jaiswal said the CEO Immersion Programme is an integral part of IIM Sambalpur's commitment to fostering a holistic learning environment for the executive MBA batch. He also underscored the importance of essential qualities required for a CEO.
Addressing as the chief guest, President and Cluster Head of Hindalco Industries Limited Kailash Pandey outlined the essential elements for successful business operations, emphasizing the importance of '4S.'
Executive Director and Unit Head of Dalmia Cement Bharat Limited Chetan Shrivastav, who joined as guest of honour, shared the importance of teamwork.
The event commenced with an introductory address by Chairperson of Exe-MBA, IIM Sambalpur Prof Shikha Bharadwaj. During the programme, Sharada Gupta of Delhi, wife of Dr Girish Mohan Gupta, an MBA for Working Professionals student at IIM Sambalpur Delhi Campus, awarded a scholarship of Rs 1 lakh to selected meritorious MBA female students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, including Aarushi Shrivastava, Sapkal Gouri Ganesh, Himansi Soni, and Ujala Singh, in recognition of their academic excellence.