Scheduled from November 7-10, 2025, this exclusive program will take place amidst the serene and inspiring surroundings of the Tadoba Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra. Participants will have the opportunity to step away from their corporate boardrooms and immerse themselves in nature’s profound wisdom. The deadline for submission and acceptance of nominations is June 10, 2025.
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Raipur has unveiled a groundbreaking executive education initiative, "Strategy and Leadership Lessons from Nature". This 3-day program, designed in partnership with the prestigious XLRI Xavier School of Management Jamshedpur, aims to offer an unparalleled leadership experience for C-suite executives and senior leaders.
Program Dates and Nomination Deadline
Scheduled from November 7-10, 2025, this exclusive program will take place amidst the serene and inspiring surroundings of the Tadoba Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra. Participants will have the opportunity to step away from their corporate boardrooms and immerse themselves in nature’s profound wisdom. The deadline for submission and acceptance of nominations is June 10, 2025.
Bridging Nature and Business Leadership
The program has been crafted with a distinctive approach, designed to help executives gain systemic strategies for sustainable growth, all while drawing insights from nature’s four-billion-year legacy of resilience, innovation, and adaptability. In this initiative, nature becomes more than just a backdrop; it serves as the ultimate strategist, innovator, and leader, providing invaluable lessons for modern business challenges.
Professor Ram Kumar Kakani, Director of IIM Raipur, shared his vision for the program, stating, “Nature has always been the best strategist, innovator, and aesthetic leader. This program will help C-suite executives step away from their boardrooms and gain fresh perspectives. We are integrating ecological intelligence with strategic decision-making to foster sustainability and growth. Our aim is to challenge conventional leadership paradigms by building a synergy between nature and business.”
A Unique Learning Journey
The program offers a rich blend of classroom learning, guided safaris, reflective exercises, and leadership discussions led by renowned academicians, strategy experts, and wildlife specialists. This holistic approach will allow participants to explore leadership lessons that are grounded in the natural world, offering both theoretical insights and practical applications.
Core Focus Areas: Biomimicry, Sustainability, and Leadership Competencies
Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) offered by IIM Raipur is a full-time doctoral programme designed in such a way that candidates could enrich themselves in advanced studies and research in different areas of management. Also, candidates who want to build their careers in teaching and research in management studies and for careers in academic institutions and in other organizations can join the FPM course.
IIM's reputation is itself a benchmark for MBA courses in India. Although, IIM Raipur is not listed among the top IIMs it still holds a very good position in terms of placements and rankings. NIRF has ranked IIM Raipur at 11 in 2023 rankings under the 'Management' category. In terms of placement, the highest and average package offered during IIM Raipur placements 2024 stood at INR 43.4 LPA and INR 19.7 LPA, respectively. Below are students reviews on Shiksha for IIM Raipur MBA:
Throughout the program, C-suite leaders will delve into critical topics such as biomimicry, the circular economy, adaptability, and sustainability—all through the lens of nature’s intelligence. A key component of the curriculum is the FINER framework—representing the qualities of Flexible, Intuitive, Non-linear, Excitable, and Responsible leadership traits observed in the wild. These attributes will be analyzed in terms of their applicability in business environments to help executives craft more adaptive and resilient organizational strategies.
The Wilderness Leadership Framework anchors the program, offering a comprehensive exploration of critical leadership competencies, including:
- Wisdom
- Innovation
- Leadership
- Diversity
- Endurance
- Resourcefulness
- Nurturing
- Equilibrium
- Stealth
- Synergy
These qualities are essential for modern leaders to navigate the complexities of today’s global business landscape.
Reflecting on Human Traits in Business Context
In addition to the strengths drawn from nature, the program will also encourage self-reflection through the LEG framework—Laziness, Ego, and Greed. Participants will examine how these human traits can influence organizational dynamics, driving either excellence or disrupting ecosystems if left unchecked. This reflective approach encourages a balanced and sustainable approach to leadership, essential for fostering long-term success.
A Vision for Sustainable Leadership
By offering this program, IIM Raipur aims to provide senior executives with the tools and insights needed to lead organizations that are not only profitable but also sustainable and adaptive to environmental and societal changes. The program aligns with IIM Raipur’s vision of fostering innovative leaders who can integrate ecological intelligence into their strategic decision-making processes, ensuring that future business growth remains aligned with sustainability.
How to Apply
Interested participants are encouraged to submit their nominations before June 10, 2025. As space is limited for this exclusive program, early submission is recommended. For further details on the application process and program structure, please visit the official IIM Raipur website.
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Yes, joining IIM Raipur is worth it, given its strong reputation and consistent improvement in rankings, moving from 14th in 2022 to 11th in 2023 in the NIRF Management category. The institute is known for its MBA programme with good placement and academic excellence. Candidates should also consider their personal goals and compare ROI with other IIMs before deciding.