It has marked the successful completion of the institute’s first full MBA cycle following its transition from NITIE to IIM Mumbai, an official statement said
The graduating class included students from several academic streams. Representational Pic/File
The Indian Institute of Management Mumbai (IIM Mumbai) marked a major milestone as it graduated its inaugural MBA batch, with a total of 505 students completing their programmes at the campus.
The graduating class included students from several academic streams -
- 300 students from the General MBA programme
- 177 students from MBA in Operations and Supply Chain Management
- 28 students from MBA in Sustainability Management
- 39 executives from the Logistics and Operations Excellence programme
- 26 executives from the Post Graduate Programme for Executives
Officials said this marked the successful completion of the institute’s first full MBA cycle following its transition from NITIE to IIM Mumbai.
The ceremony was attended by senior industry and academic leaders, including Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD and CEO of National Stock Exchange, Prof. Manoj Tiwari, Director of IIM Mumbai, and Shashi Kiran Shetty, Chairman and BoG of IIM Mumbai, and Chairman and Founder of Allcargo Group.
Future skills
Addressing the graduates, Ashishkumar Chauhan congratulated the students and stressed the importance of adaptability, integrity and critical thinking in a rapidly changing global environment.
He said future leaders would play a key role in India’s progress towards Viksit Bharat 2047, as envisioned by the Government of India.
Chauhan said, “My heartfelt congratulations to the graduating students of IIM Mumbai. This milestone in your journey reflects discipline, perseverance, and a pursuit of excellence. As you step into an increasingly complex and interconnected world, remember that success will depend not only on knowledge, but also on your ability to adapt, think critically, and act with integrity. The values of clarity, resilience, and responsibility will guide you in navigating uncertainty and creating meaningful impact. As India moves towards the goal of Viksit Bharat 2047, as envisioned by PM Narendra Modi, your role as future leaders and nation-builders will be crucial. Go forward with confidence, purpose, and a commitment to make a difference.”
Institute calls it a historic milestone
Manoj Tiwari described the graduation of the first MBA batch as an important step in the institute’s growth, saying the students are expected to make a strong impact across different sectors.
He expressed confidence that the graduates would uphold the institution’s academic and ethical values.
Expansion plans announced
Shashi Kiran Shetty announced plans for major expansion of the institute, including an investment of over Rs 1,000 crore.
He said student capacity is expected to increase to between 2,500 and 3,000 by 2028, as the institute moves towards becoming a world-class management education hub.
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