The IBS Advantage Students at IBS have the advantage of a developing a cross-functional knowledge base, with the perfect blend of Indian and International perspectives. The contemporary courseware along with the emphasis on case-based interactive learning, and the strong industry interface, prepare them to become the business leaders of the future.

 

General Management Focus

Today, managers must necessarily be flexible and adaptable. In addition to possessing the skills and mastering the tools of management, they must be able to see the larger context in which they function, in order to deal successfully with an environment characterized by rapid change. To ensure this, IBS adopts a general management approach which ensures that the students will complete the programs with a solid foundation in the different functional areas of business management.

A Blend of Indian and International Perspectives

Using a variety of teaching materials and case studies, IBS provides the students a blend of Indian and International perspectives that best reflect the realities of today's multinational, multicultural business milieu. Students are encouraged to think globally and act locally.

This combination of perspectives ensures that students:

• Understand the nature of domestic and international markets.
• Are sensitized to the demands of multicultural teams and work environments.
• Become comfortable with, and capable of, managing ambiguity and diversity.
• Develop strategic skills and adaptability.

Emphasis on Case-based Learning

Case-based learning is an important component of business education at IBS. Most of the courses are taught through real-life cases, designed to help bridge the gap between management theory and practice.

Business Modeling and Simulation

IBS includes business modeling and simulation games in its curricula for the programs, in order to give students an introduction to business decision making.

Strong Industry Interface

IBS has a strong, active and growing interface with industry, with experts from a range of leading companies delivering regular guest lectures, and serving as members of various advisory boards.

Continuous Learning

The programs offer students an opportunity for continuous learning, so that their knowledge and skills remain current and relevant. The learning methodology adopted provides them the desire and the ability to seek, comprehend and internalize knowledge on a continuing basis, even after they complete the programs.

The Learning Approach

The programs use an optimal blend of classroom instruction, self-study, assignments, case discussions and analyses, leadership and soft skills labs, IT training, project work, seminars, quizzes, and tests.

• Classroom Sessions: Students receive regular classroom instruction, which help them to learn and internalize their understanding of subjects.
• Courseware: The students are provided high quality courseware comprising of reference books, workbooks, case studies, and books of reading. In addition, they have online access to several national and international journals, research reports and databases.
• Curriculum: Students are exposed to the latest body of knowledge through the contemporary, market-oriented curriculum of the University.
• Case Studies: Case-based learning is used to help the students acquire problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Leadership Training: In order to develop their leadership skills, students undergo leadership training sessions during their courses of study.
• Interaction with Business Leaders: Students will have the opportunity to interact with leading management thinkers, corporate leaders and entrepreneurs, and other high profile personalities from government organizations and NGOs, at various forums organized by IBS.