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Time of India
2 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
AIC‑BIMTECH hosts over 150 startups at ‘Google AI Day for Startups' event
Live Events Atal Incubation Centre, BIMTECH (Birla Institute of Management Technology (AIC‑BIMTECH) hosted the Google AI Day for Startups , a flagship event under the India-wide initiative by Google for Startups . Held at the BIMTECH campus in Greater Noida, the event was designed to empower early-stage founders through power-packed knowledge-sharing sessions for startups from investment to immersive sessions on Generative AI , expert panels, hands-on learning, and meaningful networking, covering more than 150 startups from across AI Day for Startups is a multi-format, full-day workshop series organized by Google for Startups in collaboration with ecosystem partners across India. These events aimed to equip early-stage founders with the knowledge, technical expertise, and networks required to build with Generative AI and scale their solutions event featured keynotes and panels by Google AI experts, VCs, and founders, offering insights into key Generative AI trends such as AI agents, multimodal systems, and commercialization, with a focus on scaling real-world solutions. The day commenced with a high-impact panel discussion titled 'AI's Next Wave: Agents, Multimodal, and Monetization,' featuring prominent industry leaders including Mr. Alok Shankar Pandey, Group General Manager, DFCCIL; Amit Singal, Partner, Fluid Ventures; and Noor Fatma, Founder, Easiofy. The panel, moderated by Mahesh Prajapati (Founder - stressed the role of India's startups in driving AI-led innovation for the next billion Rajib, Director, BIMTECH, said: 'Hosting Google AI Day at our campus reflects BIMTECH's commitment to fostering innovation and driving meaningful engagement with the startup ecosystem. We are proud to facilitate the innovators through AIC BIMTECH's Kant, CEO of AIC-BIMTECH, said: 'Startups are the backbone of our nation. I've been engaged with the Google team since 2023, and it's an honor for AIC-BIMTECH to host this event. It perfectly aligns with our mission to empower AI and emerging tech startups, contributing meaningfully to the vision of Viksit a Strategic Impact, Enisha Kalita, Program Manager, Google, introduced the Google for Startups programs, covering all initiatives to the startups that help early-stage ventures with mentorship, cloud credits, and go-to-market strategy. The event encouraged meaningful conversations, idea validation, and opened doors for future investment by showcasing how AI can be rapidly prototyped into impactful solutions by startups. Over 150 startup founders, developers, investors, and Google engineers came together for a hands-on day of AI exploration and collaboration. Startups dove into codelabs and live demos, working with advanced tools like Gemini 2.5, Gemma 3.0, Vertex AI, and AI Studio to bring real-world ideas to life.
India Today
02-07-2025
- Business
- India Today
From 47% to 78% in 4 years: MBA employability rises with skill-focused curriculum
Once criticised for producing degree-holders with limited practical application, India's MBA education sector is now enjoying a remarkable transformation. Backed by data, industry demand, and updated pedagogy, MBA graduates are now more employable and relevant than ever India, employability among MBA graduates has risen sharply to 78% in 2025, up from 47% in 2021, according to Statista from Wheebox's India Skills Report 2025 and GMAC's 2024 Prospective Students Survey confirm the shift, hiring managers now actively seek MBA graduates with digital fluency, leadership potential, and According to IIM Sambalpur Director Prof Mahadeo Jaiswal, 97% of Indian employers are willing to pay more for candidates with micro-credentials, especially in generative AI and LEARNING IS THE NEW NORMIndian B-schools have overhauled their approach in response to a shifting job market. Institutions like SP Jain Global, IIM Sambalpur, BIMTECH, and Badruka School of Management are embedding AI-powered decision-making, data storytelling, sustainability, and cross-cultural leadership into their MBA Christopher Abraham of SP Jain notes, 'We no longer just teach AI -- we integrate it into learning paths, personalised mentorship, and real-world simulation exercises.' Students now graduate equipped to automate workflows, build predictive models, and apply AI across DEGREE-NEXTHiring needs have evolved. Today, recruiters care less about the name of the institution and more about the functional skills and emotional intelligence of Siddharth Anand, CEO of Tertiary Education Advisors, puts it: 'The MBA graduate who can speak the language of both Excel and empathy is the one who stands out'.This reflects in how MBA programmes now offer courses in ESG strategy, public governance, behavioural economics, and human-centric leadership. Business schools are creating labs for digital transformation, experiential entrepreneurship, and consulting case competitions to help students master practical CLASSROOM TO BOARDROOM: CURRICULAR CHANGESHere's how B-schools are rethinking the MBA journey:Live business simulations and startup incubators—e.g., IIM Sambalpur's I-Hub and Rangavati CentreBlockchain and fintech labs like BIMTECH's 'BIMCOIN' initiative for applied finance learningAI-integrated learning assistants at SP JainRural immersion and sustainability projects for ground-level exposureInterdisciplinary pathways such as BS in Management and Public Policy feeding into MBA tracksAs per Dr Pankaj Priya of BIMTECH, the key shift is in pedagogy: 'From traditional models, we have moved to lab-based learning, career mapping through AI, and psychometric profiling to align strengths with career paths'.STRONG PLACEMENT RECORDS AND FUTURE READINESSIIM Sambalpur reported 100% placements in 2024, with a 21% year-on-year increase in placement value. Recruiters from consulting, BFSI, FMCG, and IT sectors are actively hiring MBA grads who can navigate uncertainty and use digital tools in platforms like GMAC indicate a sharp rise in global recognition of Indian MBA talent, with students eyeing international internships and hybrid work opportunities. MBA students trained in storytelling, negotiation, and personal branding are especially in demand.A SHIFT IN MINDSET: THE INNER MBAWhile technical and analytical skills are crucial, leading B-schools are also focusing on the 'Inner MBA' -- emotional resilience, ethical judgement, and influence. Through structured coaching, case discussions, and workshops, students learn to lead with purpose and build clarity in Anand sums it up: 'We aren't just giving them skills -- we're changing the way they perceive their own potential and their role in the world of work'.FUTURE-READY, TODAYThe rise in employability is not accidental -- it's the result of deliberate reform, collaboration with industry, and a greater understanding of what the market demands. With India poised to become a USD 5 trillion economy, the demand for MBA graduates equipped with adaptive, ethical, and technical prowess is only expected to MBA has come a long way in India -- from being a credential to becoming a powerful launchpad to leadership, innovation, and purpose-driven success.- Ends
India Today
25-06-2025
- Business
- India Today
This college in Noida launched India's first blockchain campus currency
In a groundbreaking move towards fintech innovation in education, the Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) has introduced a new blockchain-based digital currency, BIMCOIN. This initiative makes BIMTECH the first business management institute in India to launch such a currency, following the example set by IIT Madras. BIMCOIN is designed to facilitate secure, transparent, and instantaneous transactions across the institute's ecosystem, involving students, vendors, and LEARNING CENTREBIMCOIN not only serves as a payment solution but also as an educational tool, offering students a practical understanding of blockchain technology and digital currencies. This aligns with India's vision for Digital India and the Viksit Bharat 2047 initiative. The technology behind BIMCOIN ensures decentralisation, transparency and incorporates smart contract features, enhancing security, fraud protection, and ethical Prabina Rajib, Director of BIMTECH, remarked, "BIMCOIN is more than a payment solution; it is an educational instrument that facilitates our students with practical experience in blockchain technology and digital currencies, shaping their readiness for careers in fintech. "This is a significant step in nurturing a culture of innovation and preparing future leaders to thrive in a digital economy."PILOT SUCCESS AND FUTURE PLANS The pilot phase of BIMCOIN witnessed remarkable success with over 1,100 seamless transactions. This phase addressed technical integration and user onboarding challenges through iterative testing and user training. The next steps involve further rounds of close-net testing before implementing the currency campus-wide. BIMTECH also plans to integrate blockchain technology into its academic curriculum, introducing courses on blockchain, fintech, and digital innovation. This approach underscores the institute's commitment to advancing education in financial AND VIKSIT BHARAT 2047advertisementIn developing BIMCOIN, BIMTECH draws inspiration from the Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) model, aiming to integrate blockchain technology into real-world applications. This initiative is part of a broader vision to prepare students for a digital economy by providing them with hands-on experience in cutting-edge financial tools. The creation of the Blockchain Learning Centre on campus further signifies BIMTECH's dedication to fostering a culture of innovation. This aligns with the institution's strategic move towards enhancing educational paradigms through practical exposure.- Ends
The Hindu
05-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
BIMTECH 37th convocation 2025: 713 students graduate; Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar addresses
Birla Institute of Management Technology (BIMTECH) hosted its 37th Annual Convocation held on May 5, 2025, at the India Exposition Mart Ltd, Greater Noida. The graduation ceremony was conducted for the cohort of PGDM, PGDM (Retail Management), PGDM (Insurance Business Management, PGDM (International Business), PGDM (Online), and for Fellow Programme in Management (FPM/EFPM). The graduation ceremony was virtually attended by Vice-President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar. The ceremony was presided by Jayashree Mohta, Chairperson, Board of Governors, along with Dr. Prabina Rajib, Director, BIMTECH, Nand Gopal Khaitan, Senior Partner (Dispute Resolution, Real Estate), Khaitan & Co, and Vikash Kandoi, Member-Board of Governors. Addressing the gathering, Mr. Dhankhar shared, 'The world is changing at a pace that is much faster than the Industrial Revolution. Bharat, at the moment, is a global center of opportunity and growth. Amongst large economies facing difficulties, we have managed to sustain our trajectory and traverse from Fragile 5 to the largest 5 economies of the world. Let us resolve that we work in a direction to iron out the rough edges and make our democracy blossom by nurturing democratic values at the highest level, with highest commitment.' Delivering the welcome address, Ms. Mohta, Chairperson, Board of Governors, shared, 'Convocation is not merely a ceremony, but a celebration of perseverance, learning, and transformation. Over the years, our rich legacy has fostered collaborations between academia and industry, ensuring our students are equipped not only with knowledge but with real-world insights, ethical grounding, and a global perspective. As future leaders, I urge you to bring integrity, inclusivity, and impact to every boardroom, start-up, and enterprise you become part of.' Dr. Rajib shared, 'Your journey at this institute has equipped you to navigate the tectonic shifts in geopolitical alignments and technological breakthroughs that are reshaping our world at an unprecedented pace. As you step beyond the gates of this institution, carry with you the values of integrity, sustainable innovation, and inclusivity. May your journey ahead be marked by purpose, passion, and a commitment to creating value for society. Congratulations to each one of you, the future awaits your brilliance'. Inspiring the students, Mr. Khaitan, Senior Partner (Dispute Resolution, Real Estate), Khaitan & Co, shared, 'I think you all have been born in Golden India. There is no limit to work, there is no time for work. You have to work diligently and hard. I would like you all to work very hard, but also be very credible, and only then will you be successful. If a fly lands on your shoulder, you quickly brush it away. But you should work on changing yourself from a fly into a butterfly. When a butterfly lands on someone, they admire it and want to keep it. So, aim to become someone who is valued and appreciated by others. Most importantly, never leave the side of your parents, mentors, friends, and teachers.' The graduating batch consisted of a total 713 students including PGDM, PGDM (Retail Management), PGDM (Insurance Business Management), PGDM (International Business), PGDM-Online, and Executive Fellow Programme in Management. The ceremony also honoured academic achievements of 18 graduates with medals and cash prizes.
