Jaipur: Reinforcing its position as a pioneering
institution in management education, IIHMR University, Jaipur has announced a
transformative redesign of its flagship MBA (Development Management) programme,
aligning it with the national vision of Viksit Bharat @2047 and the
evolving needs of the development sector, sustainability ecosystem, and social
impact landscape.
As part of this strategic initiative, IIHMR
University undertook an extensive stakeholder consultation involving industry
leaders, development practitioners, policy experts, academicians, alumni, and
employers to review and reimagine the programme curriculum. The outcome is a
future-ready, industry-driven MBA designed to equip professionals with the
knowledge, skills, and leadership capabilities required to address complex
developmental challenges and contribute meaningfully to nation-building.
Drawing upon its distinguished four-decade legacy
of transforming management education in the healthcare and social sectors,
IIHMR University has developed a contemporary curriculum that integrates
emerging themes, innovative pedagogy, outcome-based learning, experiential
education, and industry-aligned assessments. The redesigned programme has been
developed with inputs from leading domain experts and global consulting firms
to ensure relevance to future employment opportunities and evolving workforce demands.
The enhanced MBA (Development Management) programme
will offer specialized pathways in:
- CSR
and ESG Management
- Sustainable
Business Management
- Livelihood
and Entrepreneurship Development
The revised curriculum will be implemented for the
incoming 2026–28 batch, creating a new generation of development
management professionals capable of driving sustainable growth, social
innovation, and inclusive development.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr. P. R. Sodani,
President, IIHMR University, Jaipur, said, "At IIHMR University, we
believe management education must go beyond business and become a catalyst for
nation-building. The reimagined MBA (Development Management) programme reflects
our commitment to nurturing socially conscious, globally competent, and
purpose-driven leaders who can address emerging societal challenges and
contribute to India's journey towards Viksit Bharat @2047. Through this
programme, we aim to create future leaders who can drive impactful change
across development, sustainability, public policy, and social enterprise
ecosystems."