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India Today
13 hours ago
- Business
- India Today
Dubai man slammed for offering unpaid project to top Indian B-school students
A Dubai-based professional's attempt to offer a 'live project' to MBA students was slammed online, and not without reason. Sahil Deshmukh, an Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Lucknow graduate and current Manager in the Global CEO's Office at Erba Mannheim, posted a call on LinkedIn inviting students from India's top business schools to work on a strategic project, without his post, Deshmukh specified he was looking for MBA students from institutes such as IIMs, FMS, SPJIMR, XLRI, and MDI for a remote project lasting 3–4 weeks. The catch? It comes with no stipend. 'Looking for MBA students from IIMs, FMS, SPJIMR, XLRI, MDI, or other top B-schools for a short-term live project,' he said. 'There's no pay, but it's a good opportunity to work closely with the leadership team on strategic initiatives,' Deshmukh wrote, adding that the role would suit someone seeking 'real-world exposure.'Take a look at the post here:In an update later, he said that the opportunity is closed as he has received 'more than enough response'. 'Closed. Have gotten more than enough responses. Will selectively reach out to relevant profiles/DMs. Thanks,' he said. advertisementThe response online was far from supportive. Professionals and students alike criticised the offer, calling it exploitative and tone-deaf, especially considering the rising cost of elite management education in India.'Let's put an end to the exploitation of unpaid internships. It's time we stop normalising this toxic work culture,' a user said, while another added, 'You want someone from a top B-school to work hard, add value, and walk away with nothing? That's not an opportunity, that's audacity.'One of the users said, 'Pay. It's not a difficult thing to do.'Several users pointed out that terms like 'contribute meaningfully' and 'work closely with leadership' often translate to full-time commitment, and without a stipend, it sends the wrong Deshmukh's offer may have been well-intentioned, but it soon turned into an example of what not to post in the name of Reel
The Hindu
30-05-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
SPJIMR PGPM admissions 2026 open for 18-month executive MBA programme
The Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR) has opened applications for the 2026 cohort of its Postgraduate Programme in Management (PGPM). The 18-month, AICTE-approved PGPM is designed for working professionals with at least three years of full-time work experience and strong domain knowledge, seeking to transition into general management roles. Also Read: Is an MBA still worth It? Evaluating ROI and future prospects in 2025 Programme highlights With a focus on General Management, PGPM offers majors in Operations and Supply Chain Management, Information Management and Analytics, Sales and Marketing, Finance, and Human Resource Management. It includes international immersion and exchange programmes with global business schools, including INSEAD (France) and Cornell University (USA), among others. Also Read: Why today's MBA course is outdated and what it should become Eligibility criteria Those applying should have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 50% marks or an equivalent CGPA in any discipline from a recognised university. Candidates need a minimum of three years of full-time work experience at the time of programme commencement. Women applying under the RESTART Initiative must have at least two years of career break and three years of prior full-time work experience. Applicants must submit a valid GMAT or CAT score; GMAT scores will be accepted until September 30, 2025. Also Read:Choosing the right online MBA: Here's what some experts say Selection process Shortlisting will be profile-based, taking into consideration academic record, relevance of work experience, versatility, and achievements. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed on a rolling basis. Aspirants are required to complete the application form through the online admissions portal.
Business Standard
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
SPJIMR holds Annual Convocation 2025 with HUL's Nitin Paranjpe as Chief Guest
PRNewswire Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], May 22: Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research, one of India's leading business schools, hosted its Annual Convocation 2025 at its Mumbai campus on Saturday, 17 May. The event celebrated the achievements of over 800 graduating participants from across the Institute's full-time and modular postgraduate programmes, including two (2) Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) scholars. The Convocation was graced by Nitin Paranjpe, Non-Executive Chairman of Hindustan Unilever, as Chief Guest. Also, present were Mr. Deepak Parekh, Chair of SPJIMR's Governing Council; Dr. Varun Nagaraj, Dean, SPJIMR; faculty and staff; and family members of the graduating participants. Delivering the Convocation Address, Nitin Paranjpe drew upon his decades of global business experience to urge the graduating cohort to lead with purpose, resilience, and a commitment to continuous growth. Speaking of India's bold aspiration to become a Viksit Bharat by 2047, he highlighted the need for a new kind of leadership--one that is ethical, compassionate, and driven by the common good. Paranjpe shared three powerful life lessons drawn from his personal and professional journey: "There's no such thing as a good job or a bad one -- it's the mindset you bring that shapes your experience. The real joy, and the foundation for excellence, lies in loving what you do. Don't chase being the best in the world -- strive to be the best version of yourself. Continuous self-improvement is your right, your responsibility, and your greatest opportunity. Purpose is that inner force that fuels your energy and passion. When you find what truly drives you, hold on to it -- it's the most precious gift you'll ever have." In his address, Dean Dr. Varun Nagaraj shared a candid reflection on the challenges graduates face in an uncertain world--geopolitical tensionsand the dual promise and peril of AI. He urged them to enter this complex landscape with confidence, guided by SPJIMR's mission of value-based growth and wise innovation. He reaffirmed SPJIMR's commitment to nurturing leaders who combine knowledge with empathyand impact with purpose: "Tomorrow you will be a different and better person than today. Embrace a growth mindset--remember, you are a work in progress, not a finished product. The world offers no ready-made answers; solutions come only through hard work and wise innovation." Sixteen (16) top achievers across programmes were presented with Scholastic Medals by Chief Guest Mr. Nitin Paranjape, and 50 recipients from the Dean's Honour List received their commendation certificates from the Dean. Diplomas were conferred across the Institute's full-time and modular programmes, including the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM), PGDM (Business Management), Post Graduate Executive Management Programme (PGEMP), Post Graduate Programme in Development Management (PGPDM), Post Graduate Programme in General Management (PGPGM), and Post Graduate Programme in Marketing & Business Management (PGPMBM). The Convocation ceremony concluded with the traditional hat throw, celebrating the graduates' journey and the beginning of their next chapter as responsible, value-based leaders. About SPJIMR Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR) is a leading postgraduate management institute, recognised by the Financial Times MiM Global Rankings as India's #1 business school, by Business Today as one of the country's top five business schools, and by the Positive Impact Rating as one of the top five business schools worldwide for societal impact. Known for its innovative and socially conscious approach to management education, research, and community engagement, SPJIMR aims to influence managerial practice and promote the value-based growth of its students, alumni, organisations and their leaders, and society. SPJIMR holds the international 'triple crown' of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA.
Business Upturn
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
SPJIMR holds Annual Convocation 2025 with HUL's Nitin Paranjpe as Chief Guest
802 graduates embark on a journey to lead with integrity, passion, and a growth mindset MUMBAI, India , May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research, one of India's leading business schools, hosted its Annual Convocation 2025 at its Mumbai campus on Saturday, 17 May. The event celebrated the achievements of over 800 graduating participants from across the Institute's full-time and modular postgraduate programmes, including two (2) Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) scholars. The Convocation was graced by Mr. Nitin Paranjpe , Non-Executive Chairman of Hindustan Unilever, as Chief Guest. Also, present were Mr. Deepak Parekh , Chair of SPJIMR's Governing Council; Dr. Varun Nagaraj , Dean, SPJIMR; faculty and staff; and family members of the graduating participants. Delivering the Convocation Address, Mr. Nitin Paranjpe drew upon his decades of global business experience to urge the graduating cohort to lead with purpose, resilience, and a commitment to continuous growth. Speaking of India's bold aspiration to become a Viksit Bharat by 2047, he highlighted the need for a new kind of leadership—one that is ethical, compassionate, and driven by the common good. Mr. Paranjpe shared three powerful life lessons drawn from his personal and professional journey: 'There's no such thing as a good job or a bad one — it's the mindset you bring that shapes your experience. The real joy, and the foundation for excellence, lies in loving what you do. Don't chase being the best in the world — strive to be the best version of yourself. Continuous self-improvement is your right, your responsibility, and your greatest opportunity. Purpose is that inner force that fuels your energy and passion. When you find what truly drives you, hold on to it — it's the most precious gift you'll ever have.' In his address, Dean Dr. Varun Nagaraj shared a candid reflection on the challenges graduates face in an uncertain world—geopolitical tensions and the dual promise and peril of AI. He urged them to enter this complex landscape with confidence, guided by SPJIMR's mission of value-based growth and wise innovation. He reaffirmed SPJIMR's commitment to nurturing leaders who combine knowledge with empathy and impact with purpose: 'Tomorrow you will be a different and better person than today. Embrace a growth mindset—remember, you are a work in progress, not a finished product. The world offers no ready-made answers; solutions come only through hard work and wise innovation.' Sixteen (16) top achievers across programmes were presented with Scholastic Medals by Chief Guest Mr. Nitin Paranjape, and 50 recipients from the Dean's Honour List received their commendation certificates from the Dean. Diplomas were conferred across the Institute's full-time and modular programmes, including the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM), Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGPM), PGDM (Business Management), Post Graduate Executive Management Programme (PGEMP), Post Graduate Programme in Development Management (PGPDM), Post Graduate Programme in General Management (PGPGM), and Post Graduate Programme in Marketing & Business Management (PGPMBM). The Convocation ceremony concluded with the traditional hat throw, celebrating the graduates' journey and the beginning of their next chapter as responsible, value-based leaders. About SPJIMR Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR) is a leading postgraduate management institute, recognised by the Financial Times MiM Global Rankings as India's #1 business school, by Business Today as one of the country's top five business schools, and by the Positive Impact Rating as one of the top five business schools worldwide for societal impact. Known for its innovative and socially conscious approach to management education, research, and community engagement, SPJIMR aims to influence managerial practice and promote the value-based growth of its students, alumni, organisations and their leaders, and society. SPJIMR holds the international 'triple crown' of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. Visit for more information. Photo: View original content to download multimedia: Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PR Newswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Business
- Time of India
An Executive MBA is worth the investment – Transition to leadership roles with SPJIMR's PGPGM programme
When Prisha, a mid-level operations manager in Mumbai, first began her career, she imagined climbing the corporate ladder through hard work and deep domain expertise. Five years in, she had achieved both, but felt something was missing. Her decisions increasingly required strategic thinking, her team looked to her for vision, and she found herself navigating cross-functional challenges with limited formal training in business leadership. This is a story many professionals in their 30s and 40s tend to encounter. The leap from execution to leadership demands a shift not just in role, but in mindset, skillset, and perspective. That is where Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's S P Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), steps in with its , a powerful weekend Executive MBA alternative that equips mid-career professionals like Prisha with the tools, frameworks, and confidence to lead at the next level, without pausing their careers. This 2-year AICTE approved programme, offered by SPJIMR, one of the top 5 B-schools in India, offers on-campus sessions conducted on alternate weekends across both Mumbai and Delhi campuses, facilitating working executives to study without taking a career break. Rewire your thinking and reinvent your career with PGPGM In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, upskilling has become a strategic imperative for professionals aiming to advance in their careers. According to the Future of Jobs Report 2025 , 39% of workers' core skills are expected to change by 2030, underscoring the urgency for continuous skill development. Moreover, McKinsey's recent insights highlight that organisations are increasingly prioritising large-scale upskilling initiatives to meet the demands of the future workplace. These findings highlight the urgency for mid-career professionals to upskill while continuing their careers, an opportunity that SPJIMR's (PGPGM) is uniquely designed to provide. PGPGM combines practical, industry-focused learning with unique frameworks that enable immediate application in the workplace. With an optional international immersion with partner schools like INSEAD, and a curriculum grounded in real-world challenges, PGPGM empowers executives to accelerate their career trajectory, while learning alongside a diverse cohort of experienced peers, making it one of India's most sought-after executive education programmes. Successful completion of the programme leads to award of PGDM (Executive Management Programme). Here are some highlights of the PGPGM programme for working executives: Cutting-edge curriculum: Covers essential concepts and contemporary topics like Digital Transformation, AI applications, Business Analytics , Design Thinking & Innovation, Leadership Labs , Science of Spirituality, and ESG & Sustainability. Covers essential concepts and contemporary topics like Digital Transformation, AI applications, , Design Thinking & Innovation, , Science of Spirituality, and ESG & Sustainability. TLAP framework (Teaching, Learning, Application, Project): Unlike typical executive programmes that stop at theory, PGPGM integrates classroom learning with real-world application and projects, ensuring immediate impact on the participant's workplace. Unlike typical executive programmes that stop at theory, PGPGM integrates classroom learning with real-world application and projects, ensuring immediate impact on the participant's workplace. Capstone project: The journey concludes with a high-impact capstone on a live business issue in the participant's own organisation/industry, designed to drive measurable business outcomes and demonstrate strategic leadership. The journey concludes with a high-impact capstone on a live business issue in the participant's own organisation/industry, designed to drive measurable business outcomes and demonstrate strategic leadership. Alternate weekend format: Flexible weekend classes allow participants to upskill without interrupting their career momentum. Flexible weekend classes allow participants to upskill without interrupting their career momentum. Dual campus flexibility: Participants can choose to attend sessions either at the Mumbai or Delhi campus, based on convenience. Participants can choose to attend sessions either at the Mumbai or Delhi campus, based on convenience. Immersive and practical pedagogy: The curriculum includes simulations, case studies, hands-on workshops, and peer learning to foster an engaging and application-driven experience. The curriculum includes simulations, case studies, hands-on workshops, and peer learning to foster an engaging and application-driven experience. Designed for experienced professionals: Tailored for high-performing mid-senior level executives, the programme equips participants to build strategic thinking, enhance problem-solving skills, gain visibility across business functions, and prepare confidently for leadership roles. Average batch work experience is 9+ years, while minimum work experience requirement is 4 years. Tailored for high-performing mid-senior level executives, the programme equips participants to build strategic thinking, enhance problem-solving skills, gain visibility across business functions, and prepare confidently for leadership roles. Average batch work experience is 9+ years, while minimum work experience requirement is 4 years. Electives across domains: Options include courses in Finance, Marketing, and Information Management. Options include courses in Finance, Marketing, and Information Management. Optional International immersion: PGPGM offers an optional 1-2 week international immersion designed to broaden perspectives, deepen global business insights, and build an international network, preparing leaders to excel in diverse cultural and business environments. The SPJIMR edge: A legacy of excellence S. P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), stands as one of India's most respected business schools, combining unmatched credibility, industry relevance, and global recognition. It is one of only four Indian B-Schools to hold the prestigious Triple Crown Accreditation—AMBA, AACSB, and EQUIS—and ranks #1 in India and #35 globally in the Financial Times Masters in Management (MiM) rankings. Additionally, it is ranked #3 all-India and #1 private B-School by Business Today MDRA 2024, and #4 all-India and #1 private B-School by MBAUniverse 2025. With faculty from leading global institutions and industry backgrounds, and a strong emphasis on values and leadership, SPJIMR prepares professionals not just to lead, but to lead responsibly. PGPGM programme: crafted for professionals aspiring for C-suite roles SPJIMR's PGPGM is tailored for ambitious professionals aged 24 to 45 with at least four years of post-graduate work experience, who are ready to step into leadership roles without interrupting their career momentum. With a choice between Mumbai and Delhi campuses—both led by the same esteemed SPJIMR faculty—the programme is designed for working executives seeking high-impact learning. Participants represent a cross-section of industries and roles, from automotive, FMCG and manufacturing, to consulting, BFSI, IT/ITES, etc, bringing 4 to 17 years of experience into the classroom. This diversity creates a vibrant, collaborative environment where peer learning is as powerful as faculty instruction. Many alumni call PGPGM a defining milestone, highlighting how the programme has transformed their thinking, providing a significant impetus to their careers. PGPGM Batch 6 Participant Testimonial | Mr. Amardeep Singh, Vice President - Maruti Suzuki India Ltd Debojit Hore, Director at PWC India, on how SPJIMR's PGPGM programme enhanced his leadership skills. Join SPJIMR's PGPGM: Eligibility and admission process To be eligible for the PGPGM programme, candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum of 50% marks and have at least four years of work experience after graduation. The admission process includes an Admission Test, Case Analysis, and a Personal Interview ensuring a comprehensive evaluation to select the most promising professionals. Key details Format: On-campus programme with sessions on alternate weekends On-campus programme with sessions on alternate weekends Applications Submission (Phase-3): May 31, 2025 May 31, 2025 Campuses: Mumbai & Delhi Mumbai & Delhi Start Date: September 6, 2025 September 6, 2025 Fees: Rs 9.5 lakhs payable in instalments over 2 years Step confidently into your leadership journey with SPJIMR PGPGM programme for working professionals Advancing to leadership roles requires more than experience, it demands new skills and perspectives. SPJIMR's empowers mid-career professionals to upskill and lead without pausing their careers. Working professionals looking for a high impact, on-campus, weekend Executive MBA option, can apply now for the 2025 PGPGM intake and step confidently into their leadership journey. References - Disclaimer: This article has been produced on behalf of Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's SPJIMR by Times Internet's Spotlight Team.
