The program as such is an outcome of visionary leadership paving the way for a fruitful collaboration with the Ocean University of China located at Qingdao.While speaking at the inaugural session, Director of IIM, Shillong, Prof AK Dutta, said, ?This is a strategic move, and we have chose deliberately to tie up with OUC?s Economics department rather than its business school.?
?We are of the opinion that this will help enhance synergies, and derive better insights into the Chinese economy, and business culture. Our believe is to never duplicate resources but in fact synergize to get the best out of collaborative efforts in terms of expertise and use of resources,? Dutta said.
While addressing the first batch of 35 students undertaking the PGPEx, the Director said, ?We expect you to be morally upright, intellectually competent, socially committed, and spiritually inspired, all the while taking advantage of being a member of the IIM S community.?
Advisor to Prime Minister, TKA Nair speaking at the ceremony as the chief guest said that it is a innovative approach of IIM Shillong in terms of its use of technology.
?These are remarkable changes for the better, and the remarkable progress achieved at large goes to the credit of Prof Ashoke Dutta and his committed faculty colleagues, who have served the Institute in the last four years with exemplary commitment and vision. It is quite evident that Prof Dutta has put in a very significant effort bringing in programs, which very longstanding institutions have not been able to achieve,? Nair said.
While commenting on the improved relationships with neighboring China, Nair observed that in a changing global economy in the context of changing relationships with China, the avenues for carrying business opportunities with it must be grasped to ensure a sense of wellbeing for the general populace of both countries.
?China?s role and global economy is bound to grow in the days to come, and we have to learn to live, and compete as a friendly neighbor.?
Nair reminded the gathering about the Prime Minister?s constant reminder to interlocutors that India cannot choose its neigbours but instead take advantage of current developing scenarios where economy, and trade and commerce shall serve as a determinant towards growth in positive relationship.
The Advisor to the Prime Minister portrayed that the program being launched by IIM Shillong is ?extremely timely, will benefit institutions and the country at large.?
Inspiring the students, Nair categorically stated that the 35 founding participants would be the torch bearers in terms of strengthening relationships between the two countries, and serve as ambassadors of the country in true spirit.
The program also witnessed a short film on the recent efforts of The World Business School Council of Sustainable Business (WBSCSB) at the Rio 50+20 Conference where IIM Shillong helped in formulating the ideas for sustainable management education for the world as a founding member. Prof Sanjeeb Kakoty shared the experiences of the Rio 50+20 summit wherein IIM Shillong represented India as the only academic institute from the country.
Following this a shawl of honour was presented to IIM Shillong during the recently concluded summit at Rio was presented by Shri TKA Nair to the Director IIM Shillong.
Interestingly, the shawl has been made out of recycled plastic waste. Prof S. Shajahan, Chairman of the newly launched PGPEx presented the gathering with an overview of the program, before the founding batch of students were administered a pledge.
The closing remarks and vote of thanks was delivered by Prof HS Chhabbra, Dean Academic of IIM Shillong.
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