Indian School of Business (ISB)

CSR is no longer just ethics, it’s strategy. A study by ISB Prof Hariom Manchiraju shows that firms investing in & communicating CSR can boost pricing power & brand value. But outcomes vary across new adopters, prosocial firms, & non-compliers. Read more: tinyurl.com/yjsrdecv

“If you want people to respond well, treat them decently, respect their opinions, and engage them. Once they take ownership, they can do wonders,” shares Raghuram Rajan in conversation with Aishwarya Majithia, PGP Co '26, in this episode of Leaders Unplugged. He reflects the core of effective leadership, whether in government, business, or any organisation. Ownership doesn’t just inspire responsibility; it drives innovation, accountability, and long-term impact. He further shares insights on leading large institutions, navigating public scrutiny, and preparing India’s workforce for the future where human judgment and AI go hand in hand. Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel to gain insights on leadership, decision-making, and preparing for a future shaped by AI: youtu.be/qh6Y_GuRLNE

#Equinox, our annual homecoming at the Mohali campus, saw alumni return for three days of meaningful engagement, conversations, and shared experiences. A series of activities offered alumni the opportunity to revisit memories, reconnect with peers, and celebrate a continuing sense of community. Here's a glimpse into the joyous moments from this year’s celebration.

Streaming platforms are not just competing, they’re increasingly collaborating. A study by ISB Professors Abhinav Uppal & Manish Gangwar examines how “multi-homing alliances” between competing OTT platforms influence pricing, profitability, and consumer welfare. Watch here:

ISB's Centre for Analytical Finance (CAF) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Mission for Elimination of Poverty in Municipal Areas (MEPMA), Government of Andhra Pradesh, to strengthen financial inclusion through a data-driven credit architecture for underserved urban households and micro-entrepreneurs. The MoU was signed between Prof @TantriPrasanna, Executive Director, CAF, and Vakati Karuna, Mission Director, MEPMA (FAC) & Ex-Officio Secretary to the Government of Andhra Pradesh, in the presence of Shri @ncbn, Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, and @Anitha_TDP, Minister of Home Affairs and Disaster Management, Government of Andhra Pradesh. The initiative reflects a joint commitment to improving access to formal finance through evidence-based policy design and institutional collaboration. As the knowledge partner, CAF will design a research-driven credit scoring framework using administrative data, econometric analysis, and machine-learning methods to improve risk assessment for borrowers with limited credit history. The initiative aims to reduce information asymmetry, enable risk-aligned lending, and expand responsible access to formal credit for Self-Help Groups, street vendors, and micro-enterprises, while also piloting improved financing structures to support enterprise growth. #ISB #MoU

“The true measure of your success will not be the positions you hold, but the courage with which you choose to lead when it matters the most,” Dean Madan Pillulta told the graduating students of PGP MAX Class of 2025, PGP PRO Class of 2025, PGP MFAB Class of 2025, and Advanced Management Programme in Business Analytics - Class of 2024 (Winter) and Class of 2025 (Summer). He spoke about how the world is transforming at an unprecedented pace, shaped by both technological advances and global challenges. He emphasised the critical role of leadership in navigating these changes.

On the eve of International Women’s Day, ICCR collaborated with the Indian School of Business @ISBedu for a special interaction titled “Meet with LeadHer.” The session featured Mrs. K. Nandini Singla, DG, ICCR, accompanied by Ms Manisha Swami, DDG, ICCR, engaging with a dynamic group of women leaders and alumni from ISB. From leadership journeys to global perspectives, the discussion reflected how women leaders continue to shape institutions, communities, and the future. #InternationalWomensDay #WomenLeadership #LeadHer

“In the age of AI, your competitive advantage will not simply be knowledge, but it will be learning velocity – how fast can you continue to learn,” shares Jayadev Galla, Co-Founder and Chairman of the Amara Raja Group, in his address to the graduating students. He joined us as the Chief Guest for the graduation ceremony of PGP MAX Class of 2025, PGP PRO Class of 2025, PGP MFAB Class of 2025, and the Advanced Management Programme in Business Analytics - Class of 2024 (Winter) and Class of 2025 (Summer). An accomplished business leader, Galla has led the Amara Raja Group into a global energy and mobility enterprise, driving innovation, transformation, and sustainable growth. His insights and experience left an inspiring mark on the graduating cohorts.

Celebrating academic excellence at ISB. At the recently held graduation ceremony, we recognised the recipients of the Scholar of Excellence Awards from our graduating cohorts. This honour is awarded to students who have demonstrated outstanding academic performance in their respective programmes. Congratulations to: Jeckin Kirti Chheda – PGP MAX Co ’25 Krishna Kumar Joshi - PGP MFAB Co ‘25 Akriti Gupta - PGP PRO Co ‘25 (Bengaluru cohort) Mridula Kakarla - PGP PRO Co ‘25 (Delhi cohort) Amrit Chatterjee - PGP PRO Co ‘25 (Hyderabad cohort) Gyan Prakash Rungta - PGP PRO Co ‘25 (Mumbai cohort) Kanishk Rana - AMPBA Co ‘25 (Summer) Kartik BabuVisvanathan - AMPBA Co ‘25 (Winter)

Congratulations to our graduates as they take the next step in their leadership journeys.

We were honoured to have Jayadev Galla, Co-Founder and Chairman of the Amara Raja Group, join us as the Chief Guest and share his insights with the graduating cohort.

Caps in the air, milestones achieved, and new journeys set in motion. A proud moment for the ISB community as we celebrated the graduation of the PGP MAX Class of 2025, PGP PRO Class of 2025, PGP MFAB Class of 2025, and the Advanced Management Programme in Business Analytics - Class of 2024 (Winter) and Class of 2025 (Summer). The ceremony marked the culmination of months of rigorous learning, leadership development, and meaningful connections for our graduates, many of whom balanced demanding careers while pursuing their programmes.

In this special Women’s Day episode of Impact Chronicles, we feature Isha Goyal (PGP Class of 2004), CEO of STIC Travel Group. Isha shares her journey from discovering ISB as a young student to eventually leading her family’s travel enterprise through one of the most challenging periods for the global travel industry during COVID-19. In conversation with @KumaraGuru, Senior Director – Alumni Engagement at ISB, she reflects on leadership, legacy, resilience, and the experience of being a woman leading a family business. Watch the full conversation: youtube.com/watch?v=PDr-nG… #ISB #ISBAlumni #ImpactChronicles #InternationalWomensDay

Join us live as we celebrate the achievements of the PGP MAX Class of 2025, PGP PRO Class of 2025, PGP MFAB Class of 2025, and the Advanced Management Programme in Business Analytics — Class of 2024 (Winter) and Class of 2025 (Summer). We are honoured to welcome Jayadev Galla, Co-Founder and Chairman of the Amara Raja Group, as the Chief Guest for the ceremony. 🎓 Watch the graduation ceremony live: youtube.com/live/5KI2dLo3O… #ISB #ISBGraduation #PGPMAX #PGPPRO #PGPMFAB #AMPBA

IVF can be life-changing but also emotionally and financially demanding. When clinics offer money-back guarantees (MBGs), are they genuine assurances or marketing tactics? A study co-authored by Prof Madhu Viswanathan offers key insights. Read more: tinyurl.com/3m844w4v

Dean Madan Pillutla, in an interaction with @EconomicTimes , shares how ISB is shaping future-ready leaders beyond placements and into lifelong impact. He also notes that with AI rapidly transforming industries, ISB is embracing it not just as a subject of learning, but as a powerful tool to enhance how education is delivered. Read more here: education.economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/higher-ed…

The boardroom may be modern, but is succession still traditional? A study co-authored by Prof. Sougata Ray explores women’s growing roles in family firms and calls for focus beyond financial impact to culture, succession & inclusion. Read more: tinyurl.com/yp32ppm4

We were pleased to welcome Aytekin Ertan, Associate Professor of Accounting at London Business School, to ISB, as part of ISB-LBS Joint Research Initiative. In this video, he shares insights from his academic journey, from engineering and banking to a career in academia, and discusses his research focus.During his visit, he engaged with ISB faculty and research scholars, participated in seminars and conferences, and exchanged research ideas. Professor Aytekin's research focuses on the real effects of information disclosure and reporting practices, particularly in banking, as well as the role of accounting in corporate and SME credit markets. His work has been published in top journals including The Accounting Review, the Journal of Accounting and Economics, the Journal of Accounting Research, the Review of Accounting Studies, and the Review of Financial Studies. #ISB #ResearchAtISB #ISBLBSJointResearchInitiative

A two days Annual Seminar 2026 of #CDM_IDS on theme MITRA – Multi-Domain Integrated Technologically-Empowered Resilient Armed Forces with @ISBedu as Knowledge Partner is being held at College of Defence Management. General Anil Chauhan #CDS delivered a keynote address highlighting need of Multi Domain Integration and Tech empowerment in era of rapid disruptions. The sessions deliberated on #MDO, tech-#Atmanirbharta and #CapabilityDevelopment. The key highlights of today's sessions were lessons from recent conflicts, relevance & operationalisation of #MDO & India's future readiness. A separate session covered Info Dominance, Cognitive Warfare, Atmanirbharta in Defence including Cyber & Space strategy in #MDO. Prof Madan Pillutla, Dean of ISB also addressed the audience on Leadership for future ready and Resilient #IndianArmedForces. Many members from think tanks, academia and industry also attended in virtual mode. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD

As climate risks grow, strategic shifts in cropping patterns matter. A study co-authored by Ashwini Chhatre finds reallocating land from rice to alternative cereals can reduce losses and raise profits. Read more: tinyurl.com/w989hws