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Students from 5 nations get info on global biz at IIM Shillong
Shillong: Third edition of IIM Shillong's flagship International Week (I-Week) brought together 31 participants from Malaysia, Thailand, Greece, Nepal, and Vietnam, and provided them with exposure to global business leadership through a multicultural learning experience.
The event, held from July 1 to 6, reinforced the institute's commitment to nurturing globally competent leaders grounded in Indian ethos.
"Themed 'The Global-Indian Mosaic: Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Impact', the week combined high-impact academic learning with deep cultural and regional immersion. A distinguished lineup of entrepreneurs, industry professionals, and academic experts from five continents delivered sessions on innovation, inclusive leadership, sustainability, and indigenous knowledge systems," an IIM statement said on Monday.
"IIM director (in-charge) Prof. Naliniprava Tripathy emphasised I-Week's transformative role in preparing socially responsible, globally aware leaders rooted in Indian values. Chairperson of external relations Prof. Teidorlang Lyngdoh highlighted the program's essence as a platform that builds bridges — connecting not only countries and communities but also ideas and intent," the statement read.
"The academic segment featured sessions by Prof.
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Rohit Dwivedi on inclusive entrepreneurship, Prof. Sanjeeb Kakoty on indigenous leadership through storytelling, Prof. Sheetal Deendayal on intercultural management, Prof. Rohit Joshi on critical thinking and adaptive leadership, and Christine and Gerard Farias on ethical leadership and emotional intelligence. Prof. Basav Roychoudhury led a workshop on data-driven innovation, while Prof.
Sanjoy Mukherjee explored ancient Indian wisdom as a lens for modern decision-making," the IIM informed.
"Participants explored various cultural and natural landmarks across Meghalaya, gaining firsthand experience of the state's rich ecological beauty and heritage. To further deepen the cultural engagement, participants were treated to a curated northeastern culinary experience," the statement added.
