Lucknow: Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow is set to welcome its new batch of PGDM students with a comprehensive and thoughtfully curated Orientation and Induction Programme (OIP) from June 30 to July 12, 2025. Designed to ease students into the rigorous academic life ahead, the theme for this year’s OIP—“Resilience Through Learning”—resonates deeply with the institution’s core philosophy of developing future-ready business leaders.
This year, the orientation will include students from the PGDM (General), PGDM (Retail Management), and PGDM (Financial Services) streams. The two-week-long OIP is a blend of academic stimulation, self-development, emotional well-being, and community building—aiming to instill values of leadership, empathy, and social responsibility in the incoming cohort.
A Holistic Beginning
The programme opens with an interactive Open House session for parents and students, setting a collaborative tone for the journey ahead. Over the next 13 days, the institute will host a wide range of sessions, including:
- Expert Talks by Industry Leaders
- Workshops on Mental Wellness and Substance Abuse Prevention
- Team-building Activities under “Talaash”
- Social Responsibility and Community Engagement Sessions
- Inter-house Sports Competitions
- A Grand Fresher’s Party to Close the Programme
Esteemed Industry Voices to Address Students
A major highlight of the OIP is the impressive line-up of speakers from leading global firms who will share insights on navigating the complexities of the modern business world. These include:
- Parmod Kamlani, Partner, EY Strategy & Transaction
- Prachi Bawari Garg, Director – HR Business Partner, CRISIL Limited
- Harish Iyer, Renowned Diversity & Inclusion Expert
- Satyajeet Singh, Product Leader, JioHotstar
- Ritu Sharma, Talent Strategy Leader, Brillio
- Mohit Sharma, Associate Director – HR, Synergy Consulting, Inc
These sessions are expected to offer invaluable perspectives on leadership, ethics, innovation, and resilience in a rapidly changing global economy.
Commitment to Holistic Education
According to the institute, the OIP is not just about academics or industry interface but about building resilient, mindful, and socially conscious individuals. Special sessions dedicated to mental wellness and preventive awareness of substance abuse aim to underline the importance of emotional intelligence and personal responsibility.
“At Jaipuria Lucknow, we believe education is not just about knowledge but transformation. Our Orientation and Induction Programme is crafted to inspire, empower, and prepare students for both professional challenges and personal growth,” said a senior faculty member involved in planning the programme.
Community and Celebration
Adding an element of camaraderie and fun, the programme will include team-building games under the initiative “Talaash”, followed by sports activities and culminating in a high-energy Fresher’s Party, where students will get an opportunity to unwind, interact, and celebrate new beginnings.
As Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow opens its doors to the Class of 2025-27, the Orientation and Induction Programme stands as a testimony to its commitment to academic excellence, inclusive values, and industry relevance, while nurturing a new generation of business leaders who learn, adapt, and lead with resilience.
