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Indian Express
a day ago
- Business
- Indian Express
IIM Lucknow launches Blended MBA programme for working professionals
The Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM Lucknow) has introduced a new Blended Master of Business Administration (bMBA) programme aimed at working professionals and entrepreneurs. The two-year programme is designed to provide management education through a combination of online and on-campus learning, allowing participants to balance academic pursuits with professional commitments. Eligible candidates can register themselves on the official website at The bMBA is structured across six terms. The first year will include foundational core courses, while the second year will offer electives across domains such as Strategy, Finance, Marketing, IT Systems, Operations and Supply Chain Management, and Human Resources. These electives are aligned with IIM Lucknow's flagship post-graduate programme. A Capstone project is also included in the curriculum to offer real-world application of the concepts taught. Applications for the programme will open on July 11, 2025, and close on August 18, 2025. Online interviews for shortlisted candidates are scheduled between September 1 and 3, 2025. The programme is set to commence on September 25, 2025. IIM-Kozhikode inducts MBA batch 2025–27 with over half the cohort women candidates According to its notice, the learning model includes virtual live sessions with periodic on-campus modules. These in-person sessions will be held at IIM Lucknow's campus and will offer participants exposure to interactive lectures, software-based exercises, and group-based learning methods. Applicants must have a minimum of three years of full-time work experience after graduation and be at least 24 years old. A minimum of 15 years of formal education and a 50% aggregate score in graduation (or equivalent CGPA) are required. In addition to graduates, professionals with qualifications such as Chartered Accountant (CA), Company Secretary (CS), Cost and Management Accountant (ICWA/CMA), or foreign degree equivalents recognised by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) are also eligible. IIM Kashipur appoints Prof Neeraj Dwivedi as the new director The selection process includes evaluation of academic performance, test scores, work experience, and a final online interview. The bMBA aims to develop leadership, strategic thinking, and digital fluency among professionals. It also focuses on hands-on learning through tools, technologies, and practical business frameworks, ensuring relevance to contemporary business environments.
India Today
2 days ago
- Business
- India Today
Professor Neeraj Dwivedi, strategy expert, appointed as IIM Kashipur director
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kashipur has appointed Prof Neeraj Dwivedi as its new director, bringing on board a seasoned academic and strategic leader with over 25 years of experience across education, industry, and executive alumnus of IIM Lucknow, Professor Dwivedi holds a Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) in Strategic Management. His academic journey also includes an MTech from IIT Kharagpur and a BTech from GB Pant University, Pantnagar, reflecting a strong foundation in both engineering and management joining IIM Kashipur, Professor Dwivedi served as a Professor of Strategic Management at IIM Lucknow. During his tenure, he took on several key leadership roles, such as Dean (Faculty and Programmes), Chairperson for Post-Graduate Programmes, Admissions, Student Affairs & Placements, and was also a member of the Board of Governors. He played an instrumental role in helping the institute earn its AACSB accreditation, a significant milestone in global academic standards. Notably, he was the national convener for the Common Admission Test (CAT) in 2017, successfully managing the smooth execution of one of India's most competitive and large-scale entrance Dwivedi's academic career spans leading institutions, including IIM Indore, IIM Kozhikode, and the School of Management at the Asian Institute of Technology in Thailand. Prior to his transition into academia, he spent nearly seven years in the corporate sector, gaining valuable experience with renowned organisations such as NTPC, Indian Oil, ONGC, Samsung, McKinsey & Co., and Tata for his thought leadership in areas like strategic management, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and leadership development, Professor Dwivedi has received several awards over the years. These include the Best Case Award at the Strategic Management Forum Convention at IIM Bangalore (2010), Overall Best Research Paper Award at the IAMB Conference in San Antonio (2013), and Best Doctoral Student Paper Award at IAMB Rome (2014).His elective course on Mergers and Acquisitions was twice voted the Best Strategy Elective at IIM Lucknow. Most recently, one of his co-authored papers earned the Runner-up award for Best Paper at the INDAM Conference held in Goa (2024).Expressing his vision for IIM Kashipur, Professor Dwivedi said, 'It is indeed an honour for me to take on the role of Director at the Indian Institute of Management Kashipur. I envision IIM Kashipur emerging as a globally respected management school by transforming itself into an agile, technology-driven, multidisciplinary institution having a reputation for quality.'His appointment marks a new chapter for IIM Kashipur as it continues its journey towards becoming a world-class centre for management education, research, and innovation.- Ends
Indian Express
2 days ago
- Business
- Indian Express
IIM Kashipur appoints Prof Neeraj Dwivedi as the new director
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Kashipur has announced the appointment of Prof Neeraj Dwivedi as its new director. Prof Dwivedi has over 25 years of experience spanning academia, the corporate sector, and executive leadership. He is an alumnus of IIM Lucknow, who has completed his Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) in Strategic Management. He also holds an MTech from IIT Kharagpur and a BTech from GB Pant University, Pantnagar. He joins IIM Kashipur from the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow, where he served as Professor of Strategic Management and held several senior leadership roles, including Dean (Faculty and Programmes), Chairperson of Post-graduate Programmes, Admissions, Student Affairs & Placements, and Member of the Board of Governors. As per a statement by IIM-K, Prof Dwivedi has helped IIM Lucknow in achieving the institute's AACSB accreditation. Notably, he served as the national convener for CAT 2017, overseeing the seamless conduct of one of India's largest and most complex competitive examinations. His earlier associations included the Indian Institute of Management Indore, Indian Institute of Management Kozhikode, and the School of Management, Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand. Apart from this, Prof Dwivedi also worked in industry for about 7 years before shifting to academics. He has worked with some of the big organisations, including NTPC, Indian Oil, ONGC, Samsung, McKinsey & Co., Tata Play, among others. Known for his expertise in strategic management, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and leadership development, he continues to receive feedback from executives and students alike. His academic excellence has been recognised through multiple accolades, including the Best Case Award at the Strategic Management Forum Convention at IIM Bangalore (2010), Overall Best Research Paper Award at the IAMB Conference in San Antonio (2013), and Best Doctoral Student Paper Award at IAMB Rome (2014). His elective course, Merger and Acquisitions, was twice voted as the Best Strategy Elective at IIM Lucknow, and one of his co-authored papers was declared Runner-up for Best Paper at the INDAM Conference in Goa (2024). Commenting on the appointment, Prof. Neeraj Dwivedi, Director, IIM Kashipur, stated, 'It is indeed an honour for me to take on the role of Director at the Indian Institute of Management Kashipur. I envision IIM Kashipur to emerge as a globally respected management school by transforming itself into an agile, technology-driven, multi-disciplinary institution having a reputation for quality.
