IIM Lucknow, Hughes Comm launch biz program

MUMBAI, INDIA: Hughes Communications India Ltd and the Indian Institute of Management Lucknow (IIM-L), today launched the first executive Global Business Management (eGBM) program (eGBM) on the Hughes Interactive Onsite Learning platform.

eGBM program would help equip managers and professionals with diverse perspective, leadership styles and skills required to lead their organizations in all economic environments, said a press release.

The course leverages use of technology and has been designed to be highly interactive which includes a judicious blend of lectures, case studies, assignments and sessions from senior managers in industry and firms.

Prof. Ajay Singh, IIM Lucknow, said, “IIM Lucknow’s objective has been to help professionals refine their skills and improve the management of corporate and non-corporate sectors, through pursuit of excellence in management education and training. This program helps participant master new skills, develop global mindsets and leadership styles to move up further along their career.”

He added that this new program provides students with an extraordinary platform for growth, facilitating personal transformation that serves both the individual and the organization, while building a diverse business network that facilitates cross-industry learning.

“Considering today’s industry environment, professionals look to excel in functional domains without having to leave their jobs. Thus, executive management programs like these give an opportunity to those who aspire to move into higher management positions,” said Partho Bannerjee, president and managing director, Hughes Communications India Ltd.

He added that they have already had more than 25000 students adopt their platform to improve their skills and move up the value chain in their organizations.

The case-based curriculum offered through the course includes lessons on global business environment, International business, global perspective on marketing and strategic management and quantitative techniques for executives who present a holistic picture of leadership with an emphasis on practical knowledge and personalized learning, the release added.