Centres Of Excellence

To focus on new and emerging areas of research and education, Centres of Excellence have been established within the Institute. These ‘virtual' centres draw on resources from its stakeholders, and interact with them to enhance core competencies

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Faculty

Faculty members at IIMB generate knowledge through cutting-edge research in all functional areas of management that would benefit public and private sector companies, and government and society in general.

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IIMB Management Review

Journal of Indian Institute of Management Bangalore

IIM Bangalore offers Degree-Granting Programmes, a Diploma Programme, Certificate Programmes and Executive Education Programmes and specialised courses in areas such as entrepreneurship and public policy.

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About IIMB

The Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) believes in building leaders through holistic, transformative and innovative education

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International Immersion

Learning from International Experiences is an integral part of EPGP. Term three of the EPGP curriculum is devoted to the International Immersion module which is designed to give students an opportunity to broaden learning and deepen knowledge about an increasingly globalized economic environment. Structured around a visit to an emerging economy or a developed economy, the module provides insights into the country’s economic, social, political, and cultural life. 
 
Half of the EPGP Class of 2024 embarked on their journey to the ESCP Business School Berlin Campus on 21st Aug 2023. Started in 1819, ESCP was the first business school in the world, now has 6 campuses across the world in Berlin, Paris, Madrid, Turin, Warsaw, and London. 
 
The week kick-started with an exciting session on the macroeconomic factors of Germany and points of parity and differences with the Indian economy. The session was delivered by Prof. Wolfgang Maennig. India's young economy has some lessons to learn to avoid stepping into the traps that Germany faced. 

ESCP
 
Then the class learnt about the famous German Mittlestands and worked on 3 case studies to understand what it takes to be a Mittlestand in Germany. What makes Mittlestands a great business model is its ability to integrate with corporates as well as startups when necessary. The session was conducted by Prof. Stefan Schmid. The session is followed by a lecture on “The New German Mittlestand - From Hidden Champions to Open Champions by Prof. Evgeni Kouris. 
 
The class could well resonate with the Entrepreneurship lecture by Prof. Sebastian Fittko, as the key elements of the Entrepreneurship mindset, such as 'Persistence', 'relentless focus', 'overcoming failures', etc., go hand in hand with the Entrepreneurship emphasis given at IIMB. 

ESCP
 
Famous for being one of the largest contributors to the manufacturing sector, Germany has many factories. The class made an industrial visit to Alstom to learn about how VR technology is revolutionising the manufacturing industry. Thanks to Mr. Florian Kittelmann, Project Manager at Alstom for taking us through the various challenges a Project Manager will face and how to overcome them. 
 
Not only is Germany one of the industry leaders in manufacturing, but it also puts immense focus on sustainability. Through a lecture on Tech Entrepreneurship in Sustainability, students enjoyed learning from Prof. Dr. Marcus Schmalbach. 
 
On the last day at ESCP, the batch visited 'Motion Lab' a start-up incubator with 500 member startups in Berlin and got the opportunity to interact with a few founders of startups on Additive Manufacturing and simple solutions for gymnasium equipment. The students could witness the work in development from a lot of fresh startups working in various sectors, including manufacturing, construction, and sustainable energy. 

  

The other half of the EPGP Class embarked on a two-week International Immersion module at the Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management (SBS-EM), Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB). The immersive program focused on the intricacies of "Doing Business in the European Union," providing participants with valuable insights into the dynamics of international commerce. 

Solvay Group
 
The Solvay Brussels School of Economics & Management was established in 1903 by Ernest Solvay, with the mission to promote "Freedom of thinking". The students engaged in a carefully curated curriculum that shed light on various aspects of the European Union market. Under the guidance of esteemed experts, the sessions were not only enlightening but also highly informative. 

Solvay Group
 

In the inaugural session, the students had the privilege of learning from Prof. Bruno van Pottelsberghe, the Dean of SBS-EM. Prof. Bruno introduced them to the European patent system, offering a comprehensive understanding of its strengths and weaknesses. Intellectual property (IP) valuation practices were explored, offering participants a strategic perspective on assessing the potential value of Intellectual Properties. 
 
The subsequent session, led by Prof. Philip Vergauwen, delved into management accounting for innovation and sustainable change. Through a contemporary framework, participants gained insights into effectively addressing challenges related to innovation, change, and sustainability. This session equipped them with valuable tools to navigate the evolving business landscape and drive positive organizational impact. 

Solvay Group
 
The culmination of the first day was marked by an inaugural dinner, providing an opportunity for students and professors to celebrate their shared learning journey. The exchange of ideas and experiences during the immersive programme left a lasting impression on all participants. 
 
Heartfelt appreciation goes to the professors, faculty members, and staff of SBS-EM for orchestrating this remarkable learning opportunity. The exposure, knowledge, and connections established during these two weeks are poised to significantly influence participants' business perspectives and contribute to their professional growth. 

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