Exclusive: Why IIM Ahmedabad is a Benchmark for Excellence in Global Business Education?

The Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad (IIMA) is one of the leading business schools in India and worldwide. Founded in 1961, it draws inspiration from top U.S. business schools, notably Harvard Business School.

Spanning 102 acres, IIMA's campus is a unique blend of traditional Indian elements and modernist design, celebrated for its distinctive architecture by Louis Kahn. His skilful use of red brick, open courtyards, and abundant natural light characterises his work. The campus, amidst lush greenery, gardens, and water bodies, includes well-designed libraries, classrooms, and other facilities that enhance the educational experience.

IIMA offers a diverse range of programs, catering to different educational needs. These include the Postgraduate Program (PGP), Executive Programs, Doctoral Programs, and various Fellow Programs in Management (FPMs), providing a wide array of opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Notable alumni include:

• N. R. Narayana Murthy, Infosys's co-founder, transformed the company into a global IT leader.

• K. V. Kamath, former Chairman of ICICI Bank, one of India's largest private banks.
  

IIMA also boasts a strong entrepreneurial ecosystem through its "Centre for Innovation, Incubation & Entrepreneurship" (CIIE), which supports startups with mentorship, funding, and resources.

UniFact: The Vikram Sarabhai Library is the biggest central library in India located on the campus of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India. It is named after Dr. Vikram Sarabhai, who was a renowned physicist and industrialist, and is considered to be the father of the Indian space program.