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AI Will Disrupt Routine Jobs, But Also Create Opportunities: IIM Raipur Director
Last Updated: AI will disrupt routine jobs but open up new opportunities, says IIM Raipur Director Prof. Ram Kumar Kakani in a conversation with As management education evolves to meet emerging global challenges, institutions like IIM Raipur are reimagining their programmes, deepening industry collaborations, and placing greater emphasis on hands-on learning. Speaking to Professor Ram Kumar Kakani, Director of IIM Raipur, said, 'The value of an MBA, especially from a premier institution, is far from diminishing. Over the next 20–30 years, demand for MBAs will continue to rise, particularly as regions like Europe and Japan face managerial talent shortages." In this exclusive interview, he shares the institute's vision, academic roadmap, and efforts to prepare future leaders for a complex world. Q1. What is your vision for IIM Raipur over the next five years? Over the next five years, IIM Raipur envisions becoming a global hub of management education and research by investing ₹250 crore to enhance its academic, residential, and IT infrastructure to accommodate 1,200 students. The institute aims to launch dual-degree MIM programmes in collaboration with leading institutions in the USA, UK, Germany, and France, and make its Case House (CHIRP) the largest multilingual case repository in India by 2030. Additionally, it plans to establish five Centres of Excellence in areas such as digital transformation, entrepreneurship, sustainability, and inclusive growth. A practice-oriented journal inspired by California Management Review is planned by 2028, along with efforts to double research output and enhance international reputation through high-impact publications and global collaborations. IIM Raipur also aims to secure prestigious accreditations such as AACSB and EQUIS while transforming into a sustainable, carbon-neutral campus by 2030. Q2. How is IIM Raipur evolving its curriculum to stay relevant in a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, sustainability imperatives, and shifting geopolitical dynamics? IIM Raipur is continuously evolving its curriculum. The institute has introduced new courses in emerging areas such as blockchain, generative AI, design thinking, and data science, aligning with the technological transformations in the global economy. Through experiential learning approaches, including real-world projects, case studies, and interactive teaching methods, IIM Raipur fosters critical thinking and application-based learning. The curriculum modernisation also reflects the spirit of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, with initiatives such as a flexible PhD structure, interdisciplinary offerings, and programmes promoting Indian ethos through translated India-focused case studies. This forward-looking curriculum design is complemented by initiatives like 'Lounge Intellect' (LIT), a forum for teaching innovations, and a strong focus on holistic development with ethics, leadership, and societal impact at its core. The institute's pedagogy emphasises leadership, ethics, and problem-solving through a mix of academic rigour and real-world application. Programmes like the 'Emerging Managers Bootcamp" and the 'Citizenship Index" instil ethical behaviour, social responsibility, and a sense of ownership among students. These initiatives, combined with live projects, simulations, and student-led clubs, ensure that graduates are not only industry-ready but also capable of leading responsibly in a complex and dynamic world. Q3. What kind of industry collaborations or MoUs is the institute pursuing to enhance practical exposure and employability for students? IIM Raipur is actively pursuing a range of industry collaborations and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to enhance practical exposure and boost the employability of its students. In 2024, IIM Raipur and the University of Wolverhampton, UK, signed an MoU to strengthen educational collaboration. Additionally, IIM Raipur partners with Birmingham City University to advance academic and research excellence. Beyond formal MoUs, the institute maintains a strong industry interface through live consulting projects, regular corporate talks, industry-focused summits, and expert guest lectures, all of which connect students directly with real-time business challenges. Furthermore, partnerships with government bodies like SIDBI and the Ministry of MSME support entrepreneurship training and venture incubation, helping students gain hands-on experience in starting and scaling businesses. These diverse and evolving collaborations ensure that IIM Raipur students graduate with not only theoretical knowledge but also practical insights and industry-ready skills. Q4. Following the success of the new MBA in Public Policy and Governance, can we expect similar programmes in areas like healthcare, infrastructure, or climate governance? IIM Raipur is actively fostering industry collaborations to enhance student employability and practical exposure. It has partnered with HPCL to launch an Executive MBA in Energy Management and collaborates with the Digital Health Academy to offer a range of online and hybrid courses, such as the Certified Digital Health Professional programme and postgraduate certificates in digital health. Additionally, students benefit from live industry projects, corporate talks, industry summits, and entrepreneurship training programmes conducted in association with SIDBI and the Ministry of MSME, creating a strong industry-academia interface. Q5. What was the core vision behind launching the fully-funded MBA in Public Policy and Governance under the Chief Minister's Good Governance Fellowship? The core vision behind the Public Policy MBA was to build executive leadership capacity within government systems, support governance reforms, and align with national development goals such as Viksit Bharat and Viksit Chhattisgarh. Following the successful launch of the fully-funded MBA in Public Policy and Governance under the Chief Minister's Good Governance Fellowship, IIM Raipur is planning to expand into other emerging domains. Proposed future offerings include programmes in healthcare, environment, sustainability, and data science. These new programmes are designed to blend public policy with liberal arts and communication, promoting holistic and multidisciplinary education. advetisement ALSO READ: 'Global, Yet Affordable': Australia's WACE Curriculum Coming To 100 Indian Schools | Interview Q6. How closely will students enrolled in the public policy programme engage with government departments? Are there plans for hands-on fieldwork, policy labs, or real-time governance projects? Students enrolled in the public policy programme will engage closely with government departments, district administrations, and district collectors/magistrates through hands-on fieldwork, real-time governance projects, and policy labs. The programme is designed to provide immersive exposure to administrative challenges, allowing students to contribute meaningfully to public policy formulation and implementation. Q7. There's growing chatter online that traditional MBAs may be losing value. How do you respond to that perception? Is the MBA still a strong investment? The value of an MBA, especially from a premier management institution is far from diminishing. For the next 20–30 years, I believe the demand for MBAs will continue to grow, particularly as global markets, including Europe and Japan, face managerial talent shortages due to demographic shifts. An MBA equips individuals with timeless, core capabilities. It's not just about textbook knowledge—although that's important—but about structured problem-solving, clarity of thought, and collaborative leadership. One of the most significant takeaways from an MBA is exposure to a diverse peer group that challenges your thinking and broadens your worldview—something no online course or isolated learning experience can fully replicate. advetisement While pedagogy and tools will evolve with technology, the foundational skills of leadership, decision-making, and team dynamics will remain highly relevant. In fact, with globalisation and cross-border collaboration becoming the norm, the MBA continues to be a powerful investment in long-term career growth, both in India and internationally. top videos View All Q8. With AI rapidly advancing, do you believe it will significantly displace jobs? Which sectors or roles are likely to be most affected, and how should management graduates prepare for this shift? Recognising the disruptive potential of artificial intelligence, IIM Raipur acknowledges that routine jobs across sectors such as customer service, logistics, and manufacturing will likely be most affected. However, AI also presents significant opportunities. To equip students, the institute has been offering a dedicated course on AI for several years and is now expanding this with comprehensive workshops. Additionally, to prevent copying from AI tools, we have made it mandatory for all assignments to go through Turnitin (a similarity detection software) that can easily detect the use of AI-generated content. IIM Raipur is also developing an AI policy to guide responsible use, fostering independent thinking and ethical application of generative AI tools in education. The focus remains on building adaptability, critical thinking, and domain-AI integration skills to help management graduates thrive in an AI-driven economy. About the Author Archit Gupta Stay updated with the latest education! Get real-time updates on board exam results 2025, entrance exams such as JEE Mains, Advanced, NEET, and more. Find out top schools, colleges, courses and more. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : Education News IIM IIM Raipur MBA Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: June 06, 2025, 20:10 IST News education-career AI Will Disrupt Routine Jobs, But Also Create Opportunities: IIM Raipur Director | Interview
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18-05-2025
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California must fund legal aid for immigrant children facing deportation
California has long stood as a progressive stalwart in the United States. During the first Trump administration, our communities and elected officials rallied together to put forth a progressive agenda that was equal parts unifying and galvanizing. However, the state's response to Trump 2.0 may jettison critical opportunities to support the legal protection and due process needs of vulnerable communities and fail to meet the urgency of the moment. This includes failing to rally around populations that are being targeted by the new administration, including unaccompanied immigrant children whose legal support is in jeopardy following devastating funding cuts at the federal level. The Acacia Center for Justice has developed and supported various programs that ensure unaccompanied children have access to needed legal and social services. In California, we partnered with the state to pilot the Children's Holistic Immigration Representation Project (CHIRP), which provides holistic legal advocacy for unaccompanied children at risk of deportation, with an emphasis on trauma-informed intervention to ensure that unaccompanied minors have legal services and appropriate wrap-around support. Opinion Despite the success of the model, it has yet to receive permanent support from the state of California. This means it will run out of funding on June 30. CHIRP's uncertain future has been exacerbated by the fact that the new federal administration terminated existing funding allocated to support immigrant children in California, leaving thousands of children on their own in the middle of their deportation proceedings. In the wake of this crisis, we hope the California legislature and governor recognize this as an opportunity to exercise critical leadership to protect thousands of children across our communities. Several offices are meeting the moment to address some of the most pressing challenges our communities face. In February, Assemblymember Mia Bonta, D-Oakland, introduced Assembly Bill 1261, a bill that seeks to codify the right to counsel for unaccompanied children. This bill is an important step in the right direction, but it must be paired with an investment in existing programs serving unaccompanied children like CHIRP. Without a committed investment, this well-meaning effort will fall far short of accomplishing its goal of protecting vulnerable children forced to face a judicial process on their own. For years, the California Department of Social Services has invested in programs like CHIRP to develop a patchwork of safety and support and set the groundwork for a right to counsel for unaccompanied children. Ensuring that CHIRP gets the support it deserves is essential to making sure the promise of a right to counsel for children can become a reality. Without funding, that 7-year old boy sitting on the wooden bench in the courtroom, waiting for his case to be called, will have to continue to defend himself in immigration court without an advocate by his side. Protecting due process for these children presents an important opportunity to showcase leadership and strategic vision that would galvanize an exhausted and disillusioned base working to protect their communities from frightening enforcement efforts. California can draw an important line in the sand about what values we seek to uphold, and how we can stand in solidarity with the most vulnerable members of our state. Unfortunately, Gov. Gavin Newsom's May Revise failed to include a much-needed increase in funding for immigration legal services. However, the opportunity remains for the legislature to exercise this leadership by ensuring that programs like CHIRP have the funding they need to continue, and that there is a sustainable plan to provide legal support for unaccompanied children and all vulnerable individuals at risk of deportation. This investment will not only pay off for the state of California and its residents, it will also give California lawmakers and our communities a much needed win. Shaina Aber is executive director of the Acacia Center for Justice.
