35th AIMS Annual Management Education Convention
December 15th, 2024 (Sunday) – December 17th, 2024 (Tuesday)
Perpetuum: 24
AVIRAL: ADVITIYA: ANANT
The theme for the 35th AIMS Annual Convention, “PERPETUUM,” meaning “perpetual,” reflects the continuous and evolving nature of knowledge, leadership, and education in an ever-changing world. It continues from previous conventions, which focused on the post-pandemic recovery and emerging management paradigms. As economies strive for transformation and global competitiveness, the theme emphasizes that the quest for knowledge is AVIRAL (unending), ADVITIYA (unique), and ANANT (infinite).
Reasoning Behind the Theme:
- Continuity in Change: “PERPETUUM” resonates with the idea of change as a constant force. While management education must continuously adapt to new technologies, regulatory environments, and societal needs, its core mission—developing future leaders—remains unwavering. This theme recognizes that the pursuit of excellence in education is a never-ending journey.
- Impact Beyond Outcomes: The focus of management education is shifting from merely achieving measurable outcomes to creating a deeper, lasting impact. In a world with evolving policies aimed at global competitiveness, the quality of education must transcend traditional outputs to ensure long-term value. This requires a nuanced approach to governance, managing stakeholder expectations, and fostering an environment where institutions can innovate and grow.
- Preparing Visionary Leaders: As industries change rapidly, future leaders must possess not just technical knowledge but the wisdom to apply it in a way that balances prosperity with sustainability. This unending (AVIRAL) quest requires skills that evolve with the context, helping leaders navigate complex, interconnected systems while maintaining ethical and sustainable business practices.
- Unique Solutions for Emerging Challenges: In management, the three P’s—People, Planet, and Profit—and the three E’s—Efficiency, Effectiveness, and Economy—must be in harmony to develop unique (ADVITIYA) solutions. This holistic approach ensures that management education is not only relevant but also deeply connected to societal and environmental responsibilities.
- Faculty as Facilitators: The role of educators is transforming from being conventional teachers to becoming facilitators who guide students through experiential learning and problem-solving. The infinite (ANANT) nature of knowledge means that education must evolve with generational needs, ensuring that students acquire the critical thinking skills, adaptability, and emotional stability required for success in a rapidly changing world.
The theme “PERPETUUM” thus captures the essence of management education’s ongoing evolution. It underscores the importance of adapting to new challenges while staying rooted in the timeless pursuit of knowledge and leadership, serving both current and future generations.
Sub Themes:
The convention theme and its framework were thoughtfully developed through extensive interaction with key stakeholders in management education. By gathering their insights on the processes, outcomes, and impacts of management education, the theme and sub-themes are designed to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities. These elements serve as a forward-looking guide, identifying emerging issues and proposing strategies to enhance the effectiveness of management education in meeting stakeholder needs and ensuring its long-term relevance and impact. The five dimensions of the theme, developed into five sub-themes, comprehensively cover the critical issues and challenges facing management education under the theme “Perpetuum.”
Vision 2030 : Harnessing the Future | ||
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1 | Addressing the tectonic Shifts |
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2 | Enhancing faculty competencies to excel in the new paradigm |
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3 | Research & Innovation in the Indian Context |
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4 | Pathways to creating excellence in management education |
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5 | Revitalizing the triple-bottom approach for management education |
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