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Business Standard
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Standard
HSB Appoints Former IIM Lucknow Director Prof. Archana Shukla as Director
NewsVoir Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], August 13: Hari Shankar Singhania School of Business (HSB), a pioneering, technology-driven business school at JK Lakshmipat University, Jaipur, has appointed former IIM Lucknow Director, Prof. Archana Shukla, as its new Director. She took charge on August 1, 2025, succeeding Prof. Gregory Dunn. An IIT Kanpur alumna with a PhD in Psychology, Prof. Shukla is an eminent academic specialising in organisational behaviour and knowledge management. She brings to the new role more than three decades of experience in teaching, research and academic leadership. Prof. Shukla served for six years as Director of IIM Lucknow, and prior to this, she had also served as the Dean of the IIM Lucknow Noida Campus for more than 3 years. She was the first chairperson of Dr. Ishwar Dayal Chair for futuristic Issues in the Behavioral Sciences for the period of 2015 - 2017. She has designed and delivered Management Development Programmes (MDPs) on leadership, strategic thinking, team building, and managerial effectiveness, along with process consulting in culture building, coaching, mentoring, and assessment centres for organisations such as KPMG, Mahindra & Mahindra, Samsung, Reckitt Benckiser, Johnson & Johnson, and the GMR Group, among others. At HSB, Prof. Shukla will lead the flagship two-year UGC-accredited residential MBA programme with specialisation tracks in digital product management, artificial intelligence and business analytics, and entrepreneurship and organisational foresight. Warmly welcoming the appointment of Prof. Shukla, Shri B.H. Singhania, Chancellor, JK Lakshmipat University, said, "Her appointment as the Director of our premier business school will advance HSB's mission of blending academic rigour with real-world relevance. Her remarkable track record at IIM Lucknow and her expertise in organisational behaviour will be instrumental in nurturing global business leaders who are ready to shape tomorrow's enterprises." HSB, founded in 2024 on the JKLU campus, is already making strides in nurturing leaders who can successfully steer organisations in the face of rapid technological advancements and global disruptions. Commenting on her appointment, Prof. Archana Shukla said, "I am honoured to join HSB at this pivotal phase. The institution's vision is perfectly aligned with the demands of a rapidly evolving global business landscape. I look forward to working with faculty, students, and industry mentors to elevate HSB's impact internationally." HSB was established in memory of Hari Shankar Singhania, a visionary industrialist and philanthropist who was the Founding Chancellor of JK Lakshmipat University and Former President of JK Organisation.
News18
6 days ago
- Business
- News18
HSB Appoints Former IIM Lucknow Director Prof. Archana Shukla as Director
NewsVoirJaipur (Rajasthan) [India], August 13: Hari Shankar Singhania School of Business (HSB), a pioneering, technology-driven business school at JK Lakshmipat University, Jaipur, has appointed former IIM Lucknow Director, Prof. Archana Shukla, as its new Director. She took charge on August 1, 2025, succeeding Prof. Gregory IIT Kanpur alumna with a PhD in Psychology, Prof. Shukla is an eminent academic specialising in organisational behaviour and knowledge management. She brings to the new role more than three decades of experience in teaching, research and academic Shukla served for six years as Director of IIM Lucknow, and prior to this, she had also served as the Dean of the IIM Lucknow Noida Campus for more than 3 years. She was the first chairperson of Dr. Ishwar Dayal Chair for futuristic Issues in the Behavioral Sciences for the period of 2015 – 2017. She has designed and delivered Management Development Programmes (MDPs) on leadership, strategic thinking, team building, and managerial effectiveness, along with process consulting in culture building, coaching, mentoring, and assessment centres for organisations such as KPMG, Mahindra & Mahindra, Samsung, Reckitt Benckiser, Johnson & Johnson, and the GMR Group, among HSB, Prof. Shukla will lead the flagship two-year UGC-accredited residential MBA programme with specialisation tracks in digital product management, artificial intelligence and business analytics, and entrepreneurship and organisational welcoming the appointment of Prof. Shukla, Shri B.H. Singhania, Chancellor, JK Lakshmipat University, said, 'Her appointment as the Director of our premier business school will advance HSB's mission of blending academic rigour with real-world relevance. Her remarkable track record at IIM Lucknow and her expertise in organisational behaviour will be instrumental in nurturing global business leaders who are ready to shape tomorrow's enterprises."HSB, founded in 2024 on the JKLU campus, is already making strides in nurturing leaders who can successfully steer organisations in the face of rapid technological advancements and global on her appointment, Prof. Archana Shukla said, 'I am honoured to join HSB at this pivotal phase. The institution's vision is perfectly aligned with the demands of a rapidly evolving global business landscape. I look forward to working with faculty, students, and industry mentors to elevate HSB's impact internationally."HSB was established in memory of Hari Shankar Singhania, a visionary industrialist and philanthropist who was the Founding Chancellor of JK Lakshmipat University and Former President of JK Organisation. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by NewsVoir. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
Fashion Value Chain
6 days ago
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
HSB Appoints Former IIM Lucknow Director Prof. Archana Shukla as Director
Hari Shankar Singhania School of Business (HSB), a pioneering, technology-driven business school at JK Lakshmipat University, Jaipur, has appointed former IIM Lucknow Director, Prof. Archana Shukla, as its new Director. She took charge on August 1, 2025, succeeding Prof. Gregory Dunn. Prof. Archana Shukla has been appointed as the Director of Hari Shankar Singhania School of Business (HSB) at JK Lakshmipat University, Jaipur An IIT Kanpur alumna with a PhD in Psychology, Prof. Shukla is an eminent academic specialising in organisational behaviour and knowledge management. She brings to the new role more than three decades of experience in teaching, research and academic leadership. Prof. Shukla served for six years as Director of IIM Lucknow, and prior to this, she had also served as the Dean of the IIM Lucknow Noida Campus for more than 3 years. She was the first chairperson of Dr. Ishwar Dayal Chair for futuristic Issues in the Behavioral Sciences for the period of 2015 – 2017. She has designed and delivered Management Development Programmes (MDPs) on leadership, strategic thinking, team building, and managerial effectiveness, along with process consulting in culture building, coaching, mentoring, and assessment centres for organisations such as KPMG, Mahindra & Mahindra, Samsung, Reckitt Benckiser, Johnson & Johnson, and the GMR Group, among others. At HSB, Prof. Shukla will lead the flagship two-year UGC-accredited residential MBA programme with specialisation tracks in digital product management, artificial intelligence and business analytics, and entrepreneurship and organisational foresight. Warmly welcoming the appointment of Prof. Shukla, Shri B.H. Singhania, Chancellor, JK Lakshmipat University, said, 'Her appointment as the Director of our premier business school will advance HSB's mission of blending academic rigour with real-world relevance. Her remarkable track record at IIM Lucknow and her expertise in organisational behaviour will be instrumental in nurturing global business leaders who are ready to shape tomorrow's enterprises.' HSB, founded in 2024 on the JKLU campus, is already making strides in nurturing leaders who can successfully steer organisations in the face of rapid technological advancements and global disruptions. Commenting on her appointment, Prof. Archana Shukla said, 'I am honoured to join HSB at this pivotal phase. The institution's vision is perfectly aligned with the demands of a rapidly evolving global business landscape. I look forward to working with faculty, students, and industry mentors to elevate HSB's impact internationally.' HSB was established in memory of Hari Shankar Singhania, a visionary industrialist and philanthropist who was the Founding Chancellor of JK Lakshmipat University and Former President of JK Organisation.
Hans India
24-07-2025
- Business
- Hans India
Bower School of Entrepreneurship Announces UGC-Affiliated Undergraduate Program in Partnership with Young Skills University, Telangana
The Bower School of Entrepreneurship today marked a defining moment in its journey with the announcement of its UGC-recognized affiliation under Young India Skills University (YSU), Telangana. In a landmark event held at the Bower Campus in Hyderabad, this partnership was formalized through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that sets the foundation for India's most forward-looking Undergraduate Degree in Entrepreneurship and Innovation (BBA) a 3-year program designed to prepare future founders, creators, and changemakers. This strategic affiliation with Young Skills University places Bower among the first institutions in India to embed entrepreneurial thinking as the core academic pursuit at the undergraduate level aligned with national skill-building and innovation goals. The Milestone Evening, hosted to celebrate this affiliation, brought together academic leaders, innovation architects, and policymakers who have played a pivotal role in shaping India's startup ecosystem. The event was attended by leading educators, school principals, and career counselors reaffirming Bower's commitment to building not just an institution, but a movement for entrepreneurial education. The evening opened with a powerful address by Mr. Pavan Allena, Founder & CEO of Bower School, who shared the origin story of Bower and its vision to democratize entrepreneurial education for the next generation. This was followed by the felicitation of Mr. Ajit Rangnekar, who has been appointed to Bower's Advisory Council. Mr. Rangnekar, a name synonymous with innovation in higher education, is the Former Dean of the Indian School of Business (ISB) and the Ex-Director General of the Research and Innovation Circle of Hyderabad (RICH). His guidance is expected to play a transformative role in shaping Bower's academic and global strategy. Also joining the event was Mr. Srinivas Rao Mahankali (MSR), a widely respected ecosystem builder, former CEO of T-Hub, and currently an advisor at Abyro Capital. Known for his work in enabling startup acceleration and policy collaboration, MSR's insights helped frame the importance of embedding real-world entrepreneurial exposure in the education system. The evening's keynote was delivered by Mr. V.L.V.S.S. Subba Rao, Vice Chancellor of Young India Skills University and senior official in the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India. Mr. Subba Rao spoke about the national vision for skill universities and how institutions like Bower will play a catalytic role in bridging the gap between education, employment, and enterprise creation. The MoU Signing Ceremony between Bower and YSU symbolized a shared mission to offer a UGC-accredited BBA in Entrepreneurship and Innovation that is built on real-world application, venture-building immersion, and industry mentorship. 'This isn't just an academic milestone; it's a commitment to building India's boldest entrepreneurship school from the ground up,' said Mr. Allena. 'With visionary partners like YSU and an advisory network of national leaders, we're setting the stage for a new generation of Indian founders starting from age 18.' The evening concluded with a roadmap presentation and announcements of upcoming programs, including global immersions, founder showcases, and advisory-led masterclasses. The event was not only a celebration of institutional credibility, but also a clarion call to educators, ecosystem players, and parents to reimagine how we prepare youth for the real world.
