Mangaluru | 16th February 2023: A Day of Visionary Dialogue | Mangalore becoming an Intellectual Capital in Karnataka and India | Global TV
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In a ground breaking initiative, the National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM), Mangaluru, set ground for a new Media Movement at Mangalore in line with the Appreciative Inquiry principles presented by NTL, USA as demonstrated in the Imagine Chicago Model. The event came as the second innings of the NIPM Mangalore Chapter after NATCON 2024, the National event hosted by them just five months back.
The organizers brought two young speakers Mr. Sandeep SP, Head HR , Pratt and Whitney and Dr. Amitabh Anand, Associate Professor, Excelia Business School, La Rochelle, France, to give an idea about what’s happening across the globe and to set great purposes in everyone’s mind. They did their job very well and the Vice Chancellors went ahead with greater perspectives. The realities were analysed threadbare and a cordial resolution derived in the two hour deliberations.
The event set ground for intellectual and innovative dialogues for sure. Vice Chancellors took it with lots of enthusiasm and open mind. It felt as if they were looking forward for an opportunity like this.
Vice-Chancellors Conclave 2025 bridged gap between academia and industry at one side and set ground for even the academia to come and collaborate between all of them together at once. This high-level conclave brought together esteemed Vice-Chancellors, academic leaders, and industry experts to foster dialogue on the evolving landscape of education, skill development, and industry-academia collaboration.
The conclave aimed to address the pressing need for universities to produce future-ready professionals, equipped to deal with the complexities of a rapidly changing economic environment. Through insightful discussions and presentations, the invitees explored innovative approaches to curriculum design, emerging technologies, and workforce preparedness.
NIPM Mangalore Chapter | Youthful leadership and inspiring approach |
NIPM’s Mangaluru Chapter, established in 1992, has been at the forefront of enhancing HR competencies and promoting industry-academia collaboration. With over 150 active members and 11 student chapters, the chapter has been instrumental in conducting conferences, seminars, summits, workshops, and training programs for both members and students.
The Vice-Chancellors Conclave 2025 marked a significant milestone in NIPM’s efforts to bridge the gap between academia and industry. The guests carried with them a renewed sense of purpose and a commitment to foster collaboration, innovation, and excellence in education and industry.
In the words of Steevan Pinto, Chairman, NIPM Mangaluru Chapter, “The Vice-Chancellors Conclave 2025 has set a foundation for a new era of industry-academia collaboration. We look forward to continuing this dialogue and fostering innovative partnerships that will shape the future of education and industry.”
Mr. Krishna Hegde M, Group General Manager – HR at MRPL, Mangalore, concisely summarized the conclave and raised crucial issues facing the industry, particularly the challenge of project continuity amidst discontinuity of individual academics due to various reasons.
The success of the event was largely attributed to the tireless efforts of Mr. Laxmish Rai, Secretary, NIPM Mangalore Chapter, and many others including Past Presidents, Mr. P.A. Jose, Mr. P. Suresh, Dr. K.V. Sebastin, Mr. Shekhar Poojari, and Dr. K. Devaraj, who were instrumental in organizing and conducting the program.
The conclave marked a significant milestone in fostering industry-academia collaboration. The way for innovative solutions and knowledge-sharing for a bright future of the stakeholders and the society at larg . With renewed enthusiasm and commitment, the participants looked forward to translating the conclave’s outcomes into tangible actions, driving growth and excellence in the region.
Dr Asha Albuquerque Pai is an assistant professor (senior grade) in the MSW programme at PSPH, MAHE presented an overview of the activities of NIPM. As the curtains drew on the conclave, we looked forward to the next chapter in this journey, one that promises to bridge several gaps and create new opportunities for growth, innovation, and excellence.
Hotel Ocean Pearl | Host of the Event | Most happening place in Mangalore
Hotel Ocean Pearl, Mangaluru, played host to a historic gathering of esteemed educators and industry experts on February 16, 2025. The Vice-Chancellors Conclave 2023, powered by NIPM MANGALURU (Charitable Human Resources Development and Welfare Trust), brought together thought leaders from eight prestigious universities in Mangaluru.
Conclave Partners
The conclave was made possible through the collaborative efforts of eight esteemed universities:
- – NITTE
- – ST ALOYSIUS DEEMED TO BE UNIVERSITY
- – YENEPOYA
- – MANIPAL
- – MANGALORE UNIVERSITY
- – NITK
- – SRINIVAS
- – VTU
These institutions have been instrumental in shaping the educational landscape of Mangaluru, and their partnership with NIPM MANGALURU has set the way for a new era of industry-academia collaboration.
NIPM Student Chapter Affiliations: Fostering Future Leaders
The National Institute of Personnel Management (NIPM) has been instrumental in nurturing young talent through its student chapter affiliations. With a strong presence in Mangaluru, NIPM has partnered with esteemed institutions to promote academic excellence, research, and industry-academia collaboration.
List of NIPM Student Chapter Affiliations:
- 1. SSW Roshni Nilaya, Mangaluru
- 2. SDIT, Mangaluru
- 3. MSNIM, Mangaluru
- 4. St. Aloysius, Mangaluru
- 5. Sahyadri, Mangaluru
- 6. SDM, Ujire
- 7. SJEC, Mangaluru
- 8. MITE, Moodabhidri
- 9. JNNCE, Sivamogga
- 10. AJIM, Mangaluru
- 11. SIMS, Mangaluru
These affiliations demonstrate NIPM’s commitment to fostering a community of future leaders, thinkers, and innovators. By collaborating with these institutions, NIPM aims to promote excellence in human resource management, research, and education.
Eminent Vice-Chancellors Invited at NIPM Vice-Chancellors Conclave 2025
The NIPM Vice-Chancellors Conclave 2025, held on February 16, 2025, at Hotel Ocean Pearl, Mangaluru, witnessed the convergence of esteemed Vice-Chancellors and intellectuals from renowned universities across the region.
List of Distinguished Vice-Chancellors:
- 1. Dr. S. Vidyashankar, Vice-Chancellor, VTU Belagavi
- 2. Prof. B. Ravi, Director, NITK Surathkal
- 3. Prof. P.L. Dharma, Vice-Chancellor, Mangalore University
- 4. Lt. Gen. (Dr.) M.D. Venkatesh, Vice-Chancellor, MAHE Manipal
- 5. Dr. M.S. Moodithaya, Vice-Chancellor, NITTE (Deemed to be University)
- 6. Dr. M. Vijayakumar, Vice-Chancellor, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University)
- 7. Prof. K. Satyanarayan Reddy, Vice-Chancellor, Srinivas University
- 8. Rev. Dr. Praveen Martis SJ, Vice-Chancellor, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University)
These visionary leaders are continually engaged in thought-provoking discussions, sharing their expertise and insights on the future of education, research, and industry-academia collaboration.
