IIM Rohtak welcomes 3rd batch of 'Integrated Programme in Management'

There are a total of 183 students coming from all over 24 states in IIM Rohtak IPM Batch 03. Around 44% of students of the newly inducted batch are women.

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Rohtak inducted the 3rd batch of the Five Year Integrated Programme in Management. According to the official press release, the institute conducted the induction and orientation programme for two days starting from September 4, 2021. Eminent speakers such as  Shri Anurag Thakur, Hon’ble Union Minister of Information & Broadcasting and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Subramanian Swamy, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Shri Asaduddin Owaisi, Hon’ble Member of Parliament, Mr Shekhar Gupta, Editor-in-Chief, The Print, Mr. Praful Ketkar, Editor, Organiser Magazine among others during the first two days of programme were present during the induction of the batch. There are a total of 183 students coming from all over 24 states in IIM Rohtak IPM Batch 03. Around 44% of students of the newly inducted batch are women. “This is in continuation to the historic gender diversity achieved by the institute various programmes including the flagship PGP programme where the 69% of the students are female,” IIM Rohtak press release added.

Congratulating the new batch and giving them advice, Shri Anurag Thakur said, “Don't just celebrate the start of the journey but maintain enthusiasm throughout the journey. Pursue all that you want to pursue. Life takes its own course but you will have to take charge to drive it in the direction you desire to. You are not just creating a future but you will run it too. The young students must think and perform like Olympians. Olympians offer their best performance at the highest level under immense pressure. Similarly, students of IIMs must learn to perform at the highest level under pressure. It is only through the continued efforts and disciplined performances that one will get the best attention. Hence, people look up to them for more inspiration.”

Talking about the importance of innovation in development Dr. Subramanian Swamy, Hon’ble Member of Parliament added, “Technology and Development have removed the traditional sluggish model also making the economy go far, jumping off the curve. Risk means failure, failure doesn't mean you will collapse, as ultimately failure will lead to success. So that kind of mental attitude is required and develop positive orientation.”

The release further informed, “on this occasion, Dr Swamy also released the book ‘Filmain Aur Sanskriti’ online, written by Professor Dheeraj Sharma. Director IIM Rohtak. The book has a scientific explanation on how Bollywood movies have influenced society. The book particularly illustrates about how movies have influenced the new generation in the domain of anti-India sentiment, false religious discourse, promoting gun culture, promoting drug abuse, and fostering anti-institutional sentiment.”

Students also got the chance to interact with speakers such as Dr Bajrang Lal Gupta, Economic Expert and Mr Santosh Taneja, Founder Samkalp Foundation who expressed their views on the topic “ Conceptualisation of Growth: An Indian Perspective” The session talked about the importance of developing a new world view that takes into account principals of “vasudevah kutumbkam”.

The traditional parameters of growth need to be re-examined. Shri Gupta said “India must lead the way in redefining growth and development on a new parameter that centers on equity, compassion, care, and tradition. He said that students should refocus and attempt to make the world a better place by redefining their world view.” Shri Taneja emphasized the importance of reseach orientation amongst IIM students. They both appreciated IIMs gender diversity and growth trajectory.

The 3rd batch of the IPM programme was also welcomed and congratulated by the Director, IIM Rohtak, Professor Dheeraj Sharma. “The induction programme also included discussions on the topic Post COVID World: Challenges and Opportunities. Featured in the discussions were Mr. Anuj Kadyan, Partner, McKinsey & India, Mr. Avijit Bhattacharya, CHRO, Tata Capital, Mr. Subramanyeshwar, Chief Strategy Officer, Mullen Lowe Group among others,” the release informed.

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