IIM Kashipur to Launch Programs in Sustainability and Clean Energy with evACAD

As part of this collaboration, both organizations are launching an innovative program - Post Graduate Executive Certificate Program in Net Zero Strategy and Sustainability Leadership

The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kashipur has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with pManifold EV Academy Pvt. Ltd. (evACAD) to collaborate in the domains of clean energy technologies, carbon markets, green finance, ESG, circular economy, and sustainability.

This strategic partnership is aimed at launching executive development and postgraduate certificate programs designed to create world-class curricula addressing emerging challenges in climate action, sustainable finance, green energy, and sustainable development across various sectors.

As part of this collaboration, both organizations are launching an innovative program - Post Graduate Executive Certificate Program in Net Zero Strategy and Sustainability Leadership - aimed at working professionals from core engineering, energy, oil & gas, power, consulting, corporate finance, sustainability & related backgrounds who wish to upskill and lead the transition to sustainable development and clean energy for industries, social sector, MSMEs, govt. agencies and the general public.

The curriculum covers critical subjects necessary for professionals to develop a holistic perspective on the challenges organizations face today. Covering a wide gamut of topics from climate systems, decarbonization technologies, net zero pathways to carbon markets, climate financing, and sustainable business models, this program will enable the changemakers of tomorrow with the analytical, cross-functional management and leadership skills required to build the right solutions for their organizations.

This program is structured around three fundamental pillars: People, Planet and Profit. Through engagement strategies, case study-based learning, and sustainability-focused teamwork, the participants will learn inclusive leadership in sustainability initiatives & change management methodologies. Additionally, they will be well trained on climate risk & economics and ecosystem thinking as well as circular economy aspects. Participants will also explore new-age financing mechanisms for sustainability projects and investment evaluations.

Appreciating the initiative, Prof. Kunal Ganguly, Dean (Development), IIM Kashipur, said: “IIM Kashipur is seeking new horizons and training professionals to be relevant and orchestrate change for a better planet through business. While IIM Kashipur has made its mark as one of the foremost management schools in India, with this partnership and program we seek to position ourselves at the forefront of training business leaders and managers who are looking for critical inputs towards attaining Net Zero. While the challenges they face are many, this program aims to be the way ahead towards attaining business and societal goals."

Speaking on this occasion, Rahul Bagdia, Chairman & Managing Director, pManifold EV Academy Pvt. Ltd., said: “At evACAD and pManifold, our focus has been to build innovative and transformative solutions for climate reforms and sustainable growth. This collaboration will help us impart the same values and knowledge to the next generation of management leaders whom the industries will look upon to steer the challenging task of transitioning to a net-zero future.”