A case study titled ‘Sri Bhuvaneswari Mills: A Matriarch’s Dilemma,’ co-authored by Professor Chandrasekaran N, Professor, Operations and Strategy, IFMR GSB; Sathyanarayanan R, Sundram Fasteners Associate Professor, Marketing, IFMR GSB, and Dr Indira Ananth, Independent scholar (Virtual), has won the Best Teaching Case Study Award at the IIM Raipur International Case Conference 2026, held on 30–31 January 2026.
Krea students recorded a strong showing at FLAME University’s Kurukshetra Fest 2026.
TBD Crew, Krea University’s official UG Western Competing Dance Team, secured first position in the Step-Off category. Led by Ananyaa Premanand, the team included Aarushi Chowdhury, Aashna Bhartiya, Ananya Sarath, Avani Bipinkumar, Diya Saravanan, Drishti Satpal, Ishita Vohra, Pranaya Khatri, Sanika Ostwal, and Trisha Bhar. The Women’s Football Team secured second position, and we also congratulate Aavya Kedia (Basketball) and Shilpi Rani (Football) for being recognised as Best Defensive Players.
Pratibha Jain, an IFMR GSB PhD Scholar, has been selected for the Global Early-Career Accelerator for Representation (GEAR) virtual programme workshop in the field of Business and Society. The workshop is conducted by the Centre for Business, Organisations and Society (CBOS) at the University of Bath, UK.
The GEAR programme is designed to support early-career researchers by strengthening their theoretical, methodological, and writing capabilities, with a particular focus on developing high-quality research articles suitable for submission to leading academic journals.
Naveen M, Teaching Fellow, Marketing & Communication and Vidhya Satish Kumar, Teaching Fellow, OB & HR, under the guidance and support of Dr Pallavi Pandey, Associate Professor, OB & HR, all from IFMR GSB have authored an article published in The Economic Times – HRWorld.
The title of the article is Silent Gatekeepers: How Boss-Level Bias Shapes Who Gets Hired.
Brief about the Article:
The article critically examines how hiring authority in many organisations subtly shifts from structured HR processes to functional heads, where unconscious comfort-based preferences—related to familiarity, region, language, and accent—often override merit and interview performance. Drawing on global research and Indian workplace evidence, the article argues that hiring bias is not merely individual but structural in nature. It concludes with a practical, HR-led framework to redesign hiring systems so that merit, diversity of thought, and cultural contribution replace familiarity as default decision criteria.
Dr Praveen Bhagawan M, Associate Professor, Finance, Accounting and Quantitative Finance and Area Chair – Finance, Accounting and Quantitative Finance presented two research papers on Bankruptcy Reforms, co-authored with Soumyabrata Basu, Centre Research Fellow Misra Centre for Financial Markets and Economy at Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad and Dr Jyoti Prasad Mukhopadhyay, Associate Professor, Economics and Chairperson – PhD Programme at India Finance Conference (IFC) at IIM Visakhapatnam between 18-20 December 2025. He also discussed two papers and chaired two technical sessions at IFC 2025.
Professor Jayaram Ramakrishnan, Professor of Practice, IFMR GSB has authored a book titled, Enterprise Performance & Risk Management for MSMEs – A Primer on behalf of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India (ICMAI). The updated edition of the book was released on 11 January 26 at the 63rd National conference of The Institute of Cost accountants of India (ICMAI) at Coimbatore. The book was reviewed by leading academics and industry professionals including Professor G Balasubramanian, Senior Professor and Advisor, IFMR GSB.
The book deals with development of a Management Accounting framework for MSMEs. This was motivated by the existing low uptake and inconsistent use of Management Accounting Practices by MSMEs as observed and suggested by prior research in an Indian context. MSMEs were often found failing to leverage adequately. the potential of management accounting for helping them achieve their financial objectives (primarily profitability and liquidity) while also adequately insuring against risks.
Professor Chandrasekaran N, Professor, Operations and Strategy, Area Chair – Strategic Management & Chairperson – Executive MBA programme, IFMR GSB and Dr Suresh G, Assistant Professor, Economics, IFMR GSB along with Dr Ramasubramaniam, have authored a book chapter titled Role of Technology in Sustainable Logistics and Inventory Management with Reference to the Food Corporation of India. The chapter has been published in the forthcoming book A Circular Economy for Manufacturing Waste Management: Pathway Towards Sustainability, published by Routledge.
A research paper co-authored by Dr Junaid Iqbal,Post-Doctoral Fellow, IFMR GSB titled Leadership and Followers’ Voice Behavior in the Hospitality and Tourism Industry: Mapping the State-of-the-Art Trends and Future Directions has recently been published in the Journal of Hospitality and Tourism Insights (Emerald Publishing), a Q1-ranked journal.
This study investigates the knowledge structure surrounding leadership styles and employee voice behaviour within the hospitality and tourism sector. The primary objective was to provide a comprehensive overview of global research trends in this domain through a systematic bibliometric analysis. By mapping the intellectual landscape of the field, the study identifies key themes, influential authors, leading journals, and collaborative research networks that have shaped scholarly discourse over time. In doing so, it highlights the evolution of research interests, emerging hotspots, and existing gaps, thereby offering valuable insights for researchers, practitioners, and policymakers seeking to advance theory and practice related to leadership and employee voice in the hospitality and tourism context.
The paper is co-authored with Muhammad Ashraf Fauzi,Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah, Gambang, Malaysia, Dr Mubashir Ahmad Aukhoon, Assistant Professor, School of Management Studies, CGC University, Mohali, Punjab, India and Dr Zahoor Ahmad Parray, Assistant Professor, Department of Management Studies, South Campus, University of Kashmir, Anantnag, India.
Mugdha Kinhikar, an IFMR GSB PhD Scholar, has been selected as a mentee for the Earth System Governance (ESG) Mentoring Initiative 2026. The one-year programme supports early-career research fellows in advancing their career trajectories and fostering future leadership. The Earth System Governance Project is a global research network focused on advancing knowledge at the interface of global environmental change and governance.
Choosing the next step after finishing your graduation can be a very exciting experience, but it might also be a little bit frightening. A degree is still very important as the job market is becoming more and more competitive every year; however, employers are also giving a great deal of value to practical skills and the willingness to learn. That is the reason why further education is necessary for those who want to have a stable and future-proof career.
A shift can clearly be seen in the market, where the merit of skill-based qualifications with a direct industry relevance and real-world experience is being recognised alongside or even instead of traditional degrees. Such courses let you deepen your specialisation, discover new areas or just upgrade your employability skills.
This article serves as a comprehensive and convenient guide to the top courses that you can undertake after obtaining your graduation degree, thereby enabling you to decide your next move with confidence and clarity.
Today, a graduation degree alone will not help you build a strong career, as industries are changing fast and employers are looking for graduates who have hands-on skills along with theoretical knowledge. If you pursue additional courses after graduation, you will not only polish your skills but also become more confident and be eligible for the jobs that demand the latest skills, especially in those areas which are affected by technology, innovation and global competition.
After graduation, pursuing a professional course will help you gain a clearer understanding, enhance your skills, and prepare you for industries that require both practical and theoretical knowledge. Here are the different courses, their subjects, and the jobs that you can choose from, based on what aspirations you have:
Finishing a course is basically only the very first step, as it is mostly what you work on afterwards that will decide the pace and the extent of your career growth. Having hands-on experience, growing your network, and keeping yourself informed with the latest trends of the industry can really help you in defining your career path.
One of the main points to be understood when setting up a successful career is that success cannot be achieved by merely following trends. Instead, you must align your learning not only with your interests but also with the skills that the market values most. If you direct your attention to areas that energise you, at the same time keeping industry demand in view, your development will be significant, lasting, and satisfying. Also, learning continuously is very important because industries change rapidly, and if you remain flexible, you will be able to compete and be prepared for new opportunities.
By combining passion, strategic skill development and adaptability, you can confidently navigate your career journey and open doors to opportunities that align with both your aspirations and the professional landscape.
Programmes like MBA, Business Analytics, Data Science, Digital Marketing, and Entrepreneurship courses often include mentorship from industry experts and networking opportunities, helping students gain practical insights and connect with potential employers or collaborators.
Yes, certifications such as the Google Data Analytics Certificate, AWS Certification, CFA (Finance), and Global Business Management programmes offer globally recognised credentials that enhance a person’s job prospects.
Institutions offering professional programmes, for example, MBA, Data Science, Digital Marketing, and Chartered Accountancy prep courses, have well-organised placement cells or industry tie-ups to facilitate the students in getting internships or jobs after the course completion.
A lot of programmes have online or weekend batches to blend flexible learning, mentorship, and real-world projects. In this way, working professionals can upskill, obtain certifications, and progress their careers without the need to quit their current jobs.
