IIM Rohtak hosted the prestigious passing out ceremony for the 5th batch of its Post Graduate Programme in Management for Executives (PGPx) and Executive Post Graduate Diploma in Sports Management (ePGDSM) on 08th September 2024. The event was graced by distinguished guests, including Mr. Sangram Singh, Indian wrestler, actor, and motivational speaker, Mr. Mukul Choudhary, CEO of Jamshedpur Football Club and Chief of Sports Excellence Centres at Tata Steel, and Mr. Rajkiran Kanagala, President & Chief Business Officer at TCI Group.
The PGPx Programme is designed for experienced professionals. It delivers cutting-edge leadership and management education using a case-study-driven pedagogy and is well-suited to develop professionals who can thrive in today’s complex and evolving business landscape. Since its launch in 2018, the ePGDSM Programme has been a pioneering initiative that addresses the professionalization of sports management in India. IIM Rohtak is the first and only IIM in India to offer a sports management diploma, positioning the institute at the forefront of innovation in management education. Commencing the proceedings, Prof. Dheeraj Sharma, Director of IIM Rohtak, offered his best wishes to all graduates as they embark on their professional journeys. He reiterated the institute’s commitment to nurturing future leaders in business and sports through a focus on academic excellence and practical exposure.
The graduating professionals included 64 participants from the ePGPx program, representing a diverse range of industries such as Ministry of Jal Shakti, Indian Oil Corporation, Tata Motors, HSBC, Infosys, Capgemini, Boeing, and Wipro. The ePGDSM participant comprised professionals from reputed organizations such as Tata Steel, Indian Railways, Sports Authority of Goa, and SG Cricket, preparing them to make a significant impact in India’s growing sports sector. Outstanding achievers of the ePGDSM batch included Shreya Saxena, who represented India at the 16th USIC World Railway Championship and secured an individual bronze medal, and Raghav Jamwal, who earned third place at the Grappling Asian Championships Astana 2023.
The distinguished guests shared words of wisdom with the audience. In his address, Mr. Sangram Singh shared his inspirational journey in sports, urging participants to remain determined and focused on their goals. Mr. Mukul Choudhary emphasized the growing importance of professional management in both the sports and corporate sectors, underlining the need for skilled managers to navigate today’s complex environments. Mr. Rajkiran Kanagala provided valuable insights into leadership in today’s dynamic business landscape, encouraging graduates to lead with vision and adaptability.
IIM Rohtak, a premier institute of national importance, has over 1500 students enrolled in various programs and recently achieved AMBA accreditation, placing it among the top 2% of management institutes worldwide. The institute is renowned for its high-quality research output, ranking among the top five IIMs in per capita research. This passing out ceremony marked the successful completion of the 5th batch of both PGPx and ePGDSM, reinforcing the institute’s reputation for excellence in executive education and sports management.
