IIM Raipur and BCU Collaborate to provide an EMBA programme
The goal of the course is to create more strong, inclusive, industry-connected higher education systems that facilitate the effects of global development.
Dr. Sara Gracy, Senior Lecturer in Leadership and HRM at Birmingham City University (BCU), will jointly present a special lecture as part of the EPGP Batch B3 elective course "Bringing Humanities and Innovation Management and Creative Entrepreneurial Leadership." This course is a collaborative effort between the Indian Institute of Management Raipur (IIM Raipur) and BCU.
Collaborative Teaching Initiative
Professors Mrunal Chavda, Assistant Professor of Humanities and Liberal Arts at IIM Raipur, and Shishank from BCU will jointly teach this course. This collaboration signifies a significant partnership between the two universities, aiming to combine their expertise for a comprehensive educational experience.
Funding and Research Support
The British Council (India) is providing funding for both institutions to conduct joint research on this course. According to an official release, this funding aims to foster industry-academic collaboration, leading to high-quality research outputs that benefit both business and academia. The initiative is designed to prepare a workforce ready for the challenges of modern business and to promote excellence in higher education.
Course Focus and Objectives
Dr. Gracy's lectures will explore the dynamic relationship between organizational behaviour and leadership. They will emphasize the importance of inclusion, equality, and diversity in the public sector. The course aims to bridge the gap between traditional management education and the innovative, human-centered leadership style necessary for success in today's fast-paced business environment.
Enhancing Student Employability and Industry Collaboration
The course is intended to equip participants with the skills needed to navigate the complexities of global management while fostering an environment that values originality and creativity. Both institutions hope to stimulate industry-academic collaborations that will enhance student employability, reduce the cost of on-the-job training, and facilitate cooperation between academia and industry.
The program focuses on developing strong, inclusive, and industry-connected higher education systems that can contribute to global development.
Bringing Humanities and Innovation Management and Creative Entrepreneurial Leadership" is an elective course offered as part of the EPGP Batch B3 program.
Professor Mrunal Chavda (IIM Raipur) and Professor Shishank (BCU) will co-teach the course. Dr. Sara Gracy (BCU) will deliver a special lecture.
The funding aims to promote collaboration between universities and industries. This will lead to high-quality research, a more prepared workforce, and advancements in higher education.
The program expects to: Improve understanding of leadership and organisational behavior with a focus on diversity and inclusion. Bridge the gap between traditional management education and the modern need for innovative and human-centric leadership. Equip participants with skills for navigating complexities of global management. Encourage industry-academia partnerships, leading to a more work-ready workforce and reduced training costs.
