“We prepare future leaders who can lead and create meaningful impact”

From pioneering case-based learning to building India’s ‘unicorn factory’, IIM Ahmedabad Director Prof Bharat Bhasker charts the institute’s global vision and role in shaping leaders of tomorrow

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IIMA has gained global recognition for its contributions to scholarship, practice, and policy through its distinctive teaching style, high-quality research, and collaborations with industry, government, and social enterprises.

The Institute pioneered the case-based pedagogy for management education in India, a defining factor of learning at IIMA. The case methodology, combined with world-class faculty and industry insights, enables students to step into the decision-maker’s shoes and analyse real-world business situations through high-impact classroom discussions; a diverse cohort further enriches this process. Fostering an entrepreneurial culture is a cornerstone of the Institute, and IIMA is known as the ‘unicorn factory’ of India. Through IIMA Ventures, the Institute provides incubation, acceleration, and funding support to students who wish to take up entrepreneurship. Together, these elements ensure graduates are industry-ready from day one.

What are the unique strengths or focus areas that set IIM Ahmedabad apart from other IIMs?

What is the institute doing to strengthen industry partnerships and improve student employability?