IIM Indore conducts MDP for Senior Officials of Ivory Coast, West Africa

IIM Indore MDP is being conducted in association with the Indian Technical and Economic Corporation (ITEC), a wing of the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.

Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Indore is conducting a Customised Management Development Programme on Good Governance and Innovation in Public Policy for the Senior Officials of the Ivory Coast, Africa, from December 5 to December 15, 2022. The programme is being conducted in association with the Indian Technical and Economic Corporation (ITEC), a wing of the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.

Professor Himanshu Rai, Director, IIM Indore, inaugurated the programme. M M Murugappan, Chairman, BoG – IIM Indore, was the Chief Guest. Professor Subin Sudhir, Chair – Executive Education, and Professor Prashant Salwan, Programme Coordinator, were also present.

The programme includes sessions on Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and Methane Gas Plant, Public Transport, Innovation and Strategy, Lessons from Swachh Bharat Mission Indore, Education – Inclusiveness, Girl Child, Infrastructure and e-Education, etc. The officials are from various Ministries of Ivory Coast, including the Ministry of Water and Forests, Ministry of Reconciliation and National Cohesion, Ministry for the Promotion of Good Governance and the Fight Against Corruption, Ministry of National Education and Literacy, Ministry of Interior and Security, etc.

Professor Himanshu Rai welcomed the officials to India and IIM Indore. Discussing the similarities between Côte d'Ivoire and India, he said that the nations have similar colors in their national flags, namely saffron, white and green, but also share the same values, morals, and ethics.

“This programme has allowed us to come together and learn from each other to identify ways that help strengthen the bond between the nations,” he said. Mentioning IIM Indore's mission statement, Professor Rai said that the programme is contextually designed and will offer insights that will help the officers interact and learn about crucial aspects like governance, administration, education, and sanitation. The programme would generate opportunities to gain wisdom and knowledge so that both nations benefit, he said.

Stating that IIM Indore ensures offering world-class academic standards, Professor Rai noted that the experts interacting with the officials during the programme are experts in their fields and will help them look in-depth at the administration of Indore – the cleanest city in India. He also shared with the officers various sustainability and green initiatives the institute took. 'Let us come together, learn from each other and share our knowledge to enhance the facilities in both nations. Welcome to India, and rather than studying in India, let's study India together', he concluded.

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