Flexi Lessons

IIM-B's focus on online courses, published research and customised learning sets it apart from others.

- Venkatesha Babu

THE 100-ACRE campus of Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in South Bangalore is an oasis of tranquillity. Established in 1973 as the country’s third IIM, its original mandate was to cater to the needs of PSUs. The land provided by the state government was then on the outskirts of Bangalore. It now falls right in the middle of a bustling city. While the campus continues to look as serene as ever, beneath the surface, IIM-B is changing rapidly to adapt to the new market conditions. “We are noticing three shifts — disruptive technology, internationalisation and demand for skills. IIM-B is taking action on all three fronts,” says R. Srinivasan, Director– Incharge, IIM-B.