A Landmark Inauguration for the 2025‑27 EMBA Batch
Bodh Gaya, August 19, 2025 — The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bodh Gaya has officially inaugurated its first-ever Executive MBA (EMBA) programme, marking a transformative step in its mission to cultivate mindful, socially responsible, and globally competent leaders for Bharat’s rapidly expanding economy. The grand orientation ceremony brought together senior professionals from leading multinational corporations, public sector undertakings, and government organisations, highlighting the programme’s wide industry appeal.
Industry and Academic Leaders Share Visionary Insights
The inauguration featured keynote addresses from Mr. Ninad Gadgil, CEO of Wendt India; Mr. Siddharth Balakrishna, Senior Partner at BOD Consulting; and Prof. Vinita S Sahay, Director of IIM Bodh Gaya. These thought leaders explored strategies for navigating the evolving global business landscape, the necessity of innovation in leadership, and the role of mindful decision‑making in sustainable growth.
Prof. Sahay emphasised IIM Bodh Gaya’s vision to integrate academic rigour with industry relevance, positioning graduates to make meaningful contributions to both organisations and society. Mr. Gadgil encouraged professionals to define themselves through impact rather than titles, while Mr. Balakrishna underscored the importance of clarity and precision in leadership execution.
A Programme Designed for Future‑Ready Leaders
Prof. Manoj Kumar, Chairperson of the Executive MBA programme, detailed how the curriculum is structured to equip working professionals with strategic perspectives, holistic business acumen, and peer‑to‑peer learning experiences. He stressed that Bharat’s position as the fastest-growing and now the fourth‑largest economy demands leaders capable of addressing complex challenges in the global arena.
An Accomplished and Diverse First Cohort
The inaugural EMBA class includes professionals with three to twenty-one years of experience from organisations such as Deloitte, PwC, Accenture, Tata Consultancy Services, NTPC, Ultratech Cement, Godrej Properties, Warner Bros. Discovery, Apollo Tyres, Siemens Technologies, Indian Bank, Bank of Maharashtra, and Hilton. Their varied industry backgrounds promise rich cross‑learning and collaborative growth.
Cross‑Learning Across Multiple MBA Streams
The orientation also drew participation from students of IIM Bodh Gaya’s MBA, MBA in Digital Business Management, and MBA in Hospital & Healthcare Management programmes. This interaction fostered an exchange of insights between the EMBA cohort and full‑time MBA students, further enriching the academic environment.
Strengthening the Academia‑Industry Bridge
With the launch of its Executive MBA, IIM Bodh Gaya has entered a new era, reinforcing its position as a dynamic link between academic expertise and industry application. This milestone strengthens its reputation as a hub for nurturing mindful, ethical, and visionary leaders poised to contribute to national and global progress.
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