We are pleased to announce the PGP Class of 2015 Startup Fellowship, which will support student entrepreneurs through ISPROUTE, ISB’s structured pre-incubation programme. The initiative will be funded through the PGP Class of 2015 (Hyderabad cohort) Startup Endowment Fund, with ISB topping up the corpus to ensure sustained annual support. It will provide an annual grant to an eligible student or student-led team from the ongoing PGP class to pursue their entrepreneurial ventures. The MoU for the fellowship was exchanged between Dean Madan Pillutla and representatives of the PGP Class of 2015, in the presence of @KumaraGuru, Senior Director – Advancement, Alumni Engagement and External Relations, ISB and Saumya Kumar, Director, ISB I-Venture. This initiative reflects the enduring engagement of our alumni community and its commitment to supporting aspiring founders. By extending early-stage support through ISPROUTE, the fellowship will help student entrepreneurs take their ideas forward and build on the entrepreneurial ecosystem at ISB. #ISB #Entrepreneurship #ISBAlumni

We recently hosted young business leaders from the CII Young Indians (Yi) chapters of Hyderabad, Pune, and Nagpur at our Hyderabad campus, as part of the ISB Masterclass series. Led by ISB Prof @pranav_jindal, the session focussed on ‘Value-Based Selling’. The masterclass highlighted how organisations can differentiate themselves by moving beyond product-centric selling and adopting a value-driven approach that emphasises understanding customer needs, solving business challenges, and creating measurable outcomes. Drawing on practical frameworks, real-world examples, and interactive discussions, Prof. Jindal shared actionable insights on strengthening customer conversations, improve sales effectiveness and drive business growth. #ISB #ISBMasterclass #ValueBasedSelling

“Remember that change is progress, and hence change is the challenge.” These were the words of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, then the Presidential candidate, to ISB’s founding class at the School’s first Graduation Day in 2002, where he joined us as Chief Guest. On his birth anniversary, observed as World Students’ Day in India, we remember Dr. Kalam and the message he shared with our first graduates. Twenty-five years on, his words continue to resonate as change remains central to our journey. As ISB marks its Silver Jubilee, we revisit significant moments and the people who have been part of our journey. #ISB25 #ISBSilverJubilee #APJAbdulKalam

We are pleased to share that the Indian School of Business has been ranked #38 globally in the @FinancialTimes’ Executive MBA (EMBA) Ranking 2026 for its Post Graduate Programme for Senior Executives (PGP MAX). The FT Executive MBA Rankings evaluate programmes across several dimensions, including alumni career outcomes, programme experience, diversity, research, ESG teaching and carbon footprint. This ranking reflects ISB’s continued commitment to enhancing the learning experience, staying attuned to evolving industry needs, and supporting the professional growth and career aspirations of its alumni. #ISB #FTEMBARanking2026 #ExecutiveMBA #PGPMAX #EMBA

A story shaped by many. As we look back on 25 years of ISB, our Silver Jubilee website brings together the milestones, memories and moments that have shaped our journey. From the vision that set ISB in motion to the chapters that followed, the ISB@25 website traces our story so far and reflects on the promise that continues to shape our journey ahead. Explore the ISB Silver Jubilee story: silverjubilee.isb.edu/?utm_s… #ISB #ISB25

“The future may look more like an à la carte model where people choose courses at different points in their careers,” shares Prof. Madan Pillutla, Dean, ISB, in an interview with @business_today. As ISB marks 25 years, he looks ahead at how management education is evolving towards more flexible, specialised and continuous learning, with a growing role for executive education and employer-led learning. He further discusses the role of #AI, the capabilities future leaders will need, and how business schools can stay relevant in a rapidly changing world. Watch the full interview here: youtube.com/watch?v=j8mgjogg… #ISB25 #ISB

“One of my biggest takeaways from ISB was courage,” shares our alumnus Amit Khanna (PGP Co ’04), Founder and CEO, Amaya Growth Fund, and Founding Partner, Nisaba. In this episode of Impact Chronicles, Amit reflects on his journey across entrepreneurship, real estate, investing, and hospitality, and the courage to take risks and navigate unexpected turns along the way. From moving between industries to now making a fresh start in Singapore, he shares how some of his biggest career pivots emerged from unexpected circumstances rather than a fixed plan. He also shares how his time at ISB shaped his approach to leadership, risk-taking, and relationships, and the role his alumni network has played in some of the most important moments of his life. He is in conversation with @KumaraGuru, Senior Director – Alumni Engagement at ISB. Watch the full episode here: youtu.be/Efva5v1GM80 #ISB #ISBAlumni #ImpactChronicles

As part of the ISB Masterclass Series, we organised sessions for the industry leaders from CII-Yi Bilaspur and Durg, led by Prof @SubramanianKri. Drawing on the theme “The India@100 Opportunity,” Prof Subramanian offered insights on India’s economic journey towards 2047 and the role that enterprise and investment can play in shaping it. The sessions explored India’s potential for sustained growth through formalisation of the economy, productivity enhancement, manufacturing, factor-market reforms, innovation, human capital, and deeper credit creation. He also highlighted the importance of private investment in building a large and inclusive middle class. #ISB #ISBMasterclass

25 years of ISB. A vision takes more than an idea to become an institution. It takes people, conviction and generations willing to carry it forward. Our 25th anniversary film looks back at the journey that brought ISB here, from the classrooms and conversations to the ideas and leadership that have travelled far beyond campus. Watch the film and explore ISB’s 25-year journey: silverjubilee.isb.edu #ISB25 #25YearsofISB #ISBSilverJubilee

We are pleased to announce the launch of SCALE (Senior Care Advancement through Learning and Evidence) at the Max Institute of Healthcare Management (MIHM) at ISB. Supported by a CSR grant from Max India Foundation, this multi-year research initiative will focus on generating knowledge and evidence for India’s growing elderly care population. The MoU for the initiative with MIF and a letter of engagement with Antara Senior Care was exchanged between Tara Singh Vachani, Managing Trustee, Max India Foundation and Executive Chairperson, Antara Senior Care, and Dean Madan Pillutla, in the presence of Rajit Mehta, MD, Max India Limited and CEO, Antara Senior Care; Ishaan Khanna, CEO, Antara Assisted Care Services; Prof Sarang Deo, Executive Director, MIHM; Prof Karthik Balakrishnan, Deputy Dean – Faculty and Research, ISB; and DNV Kumara Guru, Senior Director – Advancement, Alumni Engagement and External Relations, ISB. SCALE is envisioned as a long-term management research agenda that seeks to build sustained academic engagement around senior care in India. It aims to support interdisciplinary research in collaboration with Antara Senior Care, the founding industry partner for this initiative, while fostering engagement with other innovators and building a dedicated research ecosystem in this area at ISB MIHM.

#WatchLive @BhagwantMann, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Punjab, joins us as the Chief Guest for the ISB Leadership Summit (ILS) 2026 at our Mohali campus. Tune in here: youtube.com/live/aH4rZrBS-cY #ISB #ILS2026

We are pleased to share that @BhagwantMann, Hon’ble Chief Minister of Punjab, will join us as the Chief Guest for ISB Leadership Summit (ILS) 2026 and deliver the opening keynote. ISB’s flagship annual conclave, ILS 2026 brings together business leaders, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and innovators to share insights on the theme India Unbound: Defining Tomorrow’s Leadership. Led by students from the PGP, PGP YL, PGP PRO, PGP MAX and PGP MFAB, the summit will feature thought-provoking conversations on navigating rapid transformation, unlocking new possibilities and leading India’s next chapter. 🗓️September 19, 2026 | 10:00 am onwards 📍ISB, Mohali campus Know more about #ILS2026: isb.edu/events/isb-leadershi… #ILS #ILS2026 #ISBLeadershipSummit2026

We are pleased to share that ISB’s Post Graduate Programme in Management (PGP) has been ranked #5 globally in LinkedIn’s Top MBA Programs 2026. We have retained our place among the world’s top five MBA programmes for the second consecutive year, reflecting the journeys our alumni continue to build long after their time at ISB. The ranking features 100 MBA programmes worldwide and is based on LinkedIn data measuring alumni career outcomes across five pillars: hiring and demand, ability to advance, network strength, leadership potential and gender diversity. For us, this recognition reflects the strength of our alumni network, spanning industries, leadership roles and geographies across the world. #ISB #LinkedInTopMBA #MBA2026

Prime Minister @narendramodi recently highlighted the impact of the #PMSVANidhi scheme and cited findings from a study on the scheme’s outcomes for street vendors. The study, led by ISB Professor @TantriPrasanna, examined the scheme’s impact across three key areas: post-pandemic relief, business growth, and the creation of credit histories and digital identities. It found that approximately 85% of vendors now use digital payment systems, up from around 40% in 2022. The Government of India extended PM SVANidhi until 2030 last year. The findings add to the evidence on how the scheme has expanded access to formal finance and digital payments for street vendors, offering insights relevant to policy and financial inclusion. Video credits: @CNBCTV18News

As ISB marks 25 years, Dean Madan Pillutla, in an interaction with Poets&Quants, reflects on the School’s journey so far. He shares what has shaped its progress, what continues to matter, and what lies ahead. From the School's founding bet on decentralised ownership, to its alumni network of unicorn founders and leaders, and his take on AI's role in the classroom, the conversation explores how ISB has evolved with the changing demands of business and technology. Looking ahead at the next 25 years, Dean Pillutla shares a larger ambition for ISB: turning ISB into the engine that builds management education capacity across India. Read the full article here: poetsandquants.com/2026/09/0… #ISB #ISB25