IIHMR University News & Events ,Jaipur

IIHMR University Bids Farewell to 334 Graduates at the Annual Convocation

July 24, 2024:  IIHMR University, a leading health management research university in India, wrapped up its Annual Convocation on July 20^th at the pristine campus in Jaipur, Rajasthan. The occasion marked a milestone event in the lives of 334 students who were conferred with their well-deserved degrees.  

Students were waiting to be presented with their much-awaited degrees by the Chief Guest Ms Swati Dalal, Managing Director, Abbott India Ltd., and the Guest of Honour Dr Mahnaz Vahedi. The flagship event was also graced by Shri Sudarshan Jain, Chairperson, IIHMR University, and Dr PR Sodani, President, IIHMR University. A total of 8 students with PhD, 208 students with MBA (Hospital & Health Management), 105 with MBA (Pharmaceutical Management), and 13 students with MBA (Development Management) were honored with degrees.

Dr. PR Sodani, President, of IIHMR University shared, “I offer my heartiest congratulations to the graduating students. We are also proud to announce that IIHMR has completed 40 years of its existence. During 2023-24 we have also established the School of Digital Health in accordance with the current and future market requirements. I advise the future leaders present here to uphold the values of integrity, compassion, and excellence.”

Ms. Swati Dalal, Managing Director, Abbott India Ltd. inspired students by sharing, “This esteemed institution has a very rich legacy of excellence in health management and research. I congratulate all of you on your graduation. You represent the most tech-savvy generation who can seamlessly integrate technology in into your life and you will truly harness this power and further improve healthcare.”

Shri Sudarshan Jain, Chairperson, shared, “It is indeed a pleasure to be here today. You are fortunate that you are coming out to the real world in India from a leading institute in healthcare and you are going to make a difference. And two important qualities needed will be growth mindset and learning ability.”

IIHMR University celebrated 8 top achievers with the prestigious “Shri V.P. Agarwal” gold and silver medals. The university performed excellently in the placement season with the highest package offered being 35.62 LPA, and the average package being 8 LPA.

IIHMR University, Jaipur Confers 278 Students With Degrees During Convocation 2022

August 8, 2022: On August 6, the IIHMR University in Jaipur held its annual convocation for the two-year MBA Hospital and Health Management, MBA Pharmaceutical Management, and MBA Rural Management programmes. Students from various programmes have received the VP Agarwal Gold and Silver Medals on this occasion in honour of their academic prowess.

Dr P. R. Sodani, president of IIHMR University, presented the welcome remarks and yearly progress report. All of the kids received his congratulations, and he wished them much success in the future. According to him, Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav was started by the Indian government to commemorate 75 years of independence. The next 25 years in India are devoted to healthcare. Due to technological advancements, skilling India programmes, and the important role that our students will play in the healthcare sector over the next 25 years, India will become the hub of healthcare. The pupils were advised by Dr Sodani to "Be bold, be fearless, and be your best."

Guest of honour, Dr Sudhir Bhandari, Vice Chancellor, Rajasthan University of Health Sciences said, “It happens to be a trend setting event in the state of Rajasthan. The first thing a man should have is a culture of the soul, which IIHMR University offers while also adapting to changing need. He advised the pupils to embrace life's challenges with gusto and pursue joy and truth.”

Guest of honour Vikrant Shrotriya, Managing Director & Corporate Vice-President, Novo Nordisk, India, stated that it works like magic when young people receive an education from prestigious, top-tier institutions like IIHMR. There are numerous opportunities for you, he added, and today is the first of them. Keep your desire to succeed alive.

IIHMR University To Organise Annual Global Conference ‘Pradanya’ Between February 9-11

February 09, 2022: IIHMR University will host its distinguished Annual Global Conference 'PRADANYA' on ‘Innovations in Healthcare and Education: The Decade of Acceleration for Global Goals’ (online). The conference's goal is to disseminate global innovations and best practises in healthcare and education, as well as potential imperatives for India in achieving the UN's Sustainable Development Goals. The conference will make proposals to improve India's healthcare and education innovation landscapes. Primary Health Care Management, Hospital Management, Pharmaceutical Management, and Promoting Academia-Industry Collaboration are the four discussion tracks.

The attendance of Dr SD Gupta, IIHMR Trustee Secretary, and Sudarshan Jain, IIHMR University Chairperson, will benefit the conference. The conference will feature more than 30 internationally renowned speakers who will share innovations in healthcare and education to help accelerate progress toward global goals.

IIHMR University, Jaipur Selected Globally For Second Phase Of TDR Postgraduate Training Scheme To Train The Next Generation Of Public Health Leaders

January 17, 2022: The IIHMR University in Jaipur, India, has been chosen to carry out the second phase of TDR's Postgraduate Training Scheme (2022-2026). TDR's Postgraduate Training Scheme will grant complete academic scholarships to chosen students from low- and middle-income countries through IIHMR University (LMICs). Students will earn master's degrees in malaria, tuberculosis, and neglected tropical diseases implementation research.

TDR stands for Tropical Disease Research and Training. TDR, as a global scientific partnership programme, aids, facilitates, supports, and influences efforts to combat poverty-related diseases. The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the World Bank, and the World Health Organisation are all co-sponsoring it (WHO).

The IIHMR University in Jaipur was chosen from a pool of many eligible applicants through a rigorous screening procedure by TDR's scientific working committee for research capacity enhancement. The IIHMR University was chosen by the scientific working group based on a number of factors, including the university's profile, expertise in implementation research, faculty experience teaching implementation research, sustainability, proposal relevance, and feasibility. This is the only Indian university chosen to implement TDR's Postgraduate Training Scheme's second phase (2022-2026).

IIHMR Organises Webinar on ‘Meeting India’s Target of Eradication of TB by 2025 by Testing and Treating the Missing Millions with Tuberculosis’

January 12, 2022: ‘Meeting India's Target of Eradicating Tuberculosis by 2025 by Testing and Treating the Missing Millions with Tuberculosis’ was the topic of a Webinar hosted by IIHMR University, a premier Health Care Research institution with a primary focus on delivering skill-based knowledge and about the future of healthcare.

The webinar was co-hosted by Consocia Advisory and IIHMR University. The welcome presentation was given by Dr Sheenu Jain, Associate Professor of Marketing and Chair of IIHMR University's Centre for Innovation, Incubation, and Entrepreneurship (CIIE). "There was an urgent need for TB eradication in the country," she stated, citing the fact that mortality was at 30 per 100,000 and the DALY had risen to 1125 per 100,000 people. She stated that she supports the PM's goal of eliminating tuberculosis by 2025.

Key discussions in the webinar included –

• TB testing, treatment, and digital adherence (can weave around Technology-led smart and economical solution to remove most of the hurdles in TB diagnosis)
• TB patient identification challenges and progress Counseling's role and treatment adherence
• Focusing on the TB mission, research and development, and diagnostics

Dr Praveen Aggarwal, Director and Co-Founder of Consocia Advisory, thanked the presenters for their enlightening presentation at the end of the webinar. "The objective of eradicating tuberculosis by 2025 was totally achievable," he added, "but they must bridge the gap by finding the missing millions and making resources available at all PHCs and CHCs in every part of the country. It was vital to realise the value of life which, coupled with resources and media campaigning, can help in accomplishing the aim", he continued

The webinar drew over 500 people, including TB advocates, government officials, medical professionals, and medical students from across the country.

Experts Invited At IIHMR University On Addressing Stroke - A Pathway To Achieve SDG 3

November 8, 2021: IIHMR University and Consocia Advisory have teamed up to host a panel discussion in honour of World Stroke Day. The relevant health issue was discussed with experienced and essential stakeholders on "Addressing Stroke- A Pathway to Achieve SDG3." With the #StrokeFAST, the panel was invited to discuss stroke as a major public health concern, prevention and treatment, and the latest advances. Three significant panels discussed a variety of themes related to stroke awareness, stroke treatment, and stroke control at the panel discussion. Each panel discussed topics such as the prevalence of stroke in India, prevention, causes and symptoms, diagnosis, thrombolysis, technical innovations-MT, stroke treatment, minimising deaths and disabilities, evidence for stroke policy, and recovery for stroke patients, as well as engaging local communities and front-line workers. The virtual panel debate included members of the medical community, the ICMR, state health agencies, technologists, innovators, business experts, and civil society representatives.

Every year, around 1.7 million new stroke cases are reported in India. Physical impairment, communication disabilities, changes in how they think and feel, loss of work and income, and caregiver burden are all challenges that many stroke survivors endure. According to other studies, strokes occur at a high rate. A study published in the Journal of Stroke Medicine, titled 'Recommendation for the early management of Acute Ischemic Stroke,' found that the prevalence rate of strokes in rural areas is between 84 and 262 strokes per 1 lakh people, and between 334 and 424 strokes per 1 lakh people in urban areas.

Panellists include Dr GB Singh, Director Health Services (SI), Punjab Government; Dr Sanghamitra Laskar, Associate Professor- Department of Neurology, VMMC and Safdarjung Hospital; Dr Rahul Sharma, Additional Director (Interventional Cardiology), Fortis Hospital, Jaipur; and, Dr JS Thakur, Chairman, World NCD Federation and Professor, Department of Community Medicine, School of Public Health, PGIMER, Chandigarh among others.

Dr Manorama Bakshi expressed worry in her introductory remarks that, as a result of Covid, India, like many other countries, has fallen behind on global commitments to combat early mortality from chronic diseases such as strokes, diabetes, lung cancer, and heart disease. According to the NCD Countdown 2030 study, most countries, including India, are moving too slowly to attain SDG 3.4. “Every second delay is significant when it comes to Stroke,” she stated to the crowd. If you notice any of the symptoms of a stroke, call an ambulance right away."

IIHMR University Trains Over 90 Master Trainers From 14 States

October 4, 2021: IIHMR University in collaboration with NISHTHA-Jhpiego is conducting a three-day programme - Training of Trainers from October 4 to October 6, 2021. These Trainers will also conduct a Leadership Certification Programme for 900 Community Health Officers from 14 states: Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Sikkim, Meghalaya, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, Tripura, Bihar, Jharkhand, Orissa, Uttar Pradesh, MP, and Chhattisgarh.

In September, 45 participants from 11 states, including the northeast, were trained, and 44 participants will be trained again in this second cohort to further train community health officers. This three-day training will cover a wide range of topics, such as primary health care overview, public health planning and management, management skills, leadership skills, communication skills, mentorship, supply chain management, financial management, data management for effective decision making, and so on, in order for community health officers to perform efficiently and effectively in order to strengthen primary health care.

Ayushman Bharat (AB), according to Dr PR Sodani, President of IIHMR University, is an attempt to shift from a selective approach to health care to delivering a comprehensive range of services. Health and Wellness Centers (HWC) are one of the pillars of AB, and they provide comprehensive primary health care services – a paradigm shift – in strategic training for achieving National Health Goals. The Indian government intends to build 1,50,000 HWCs and will need CHOs to lead them effectively. The IIHMR University is dedicated to assisting in the improvement of the country's health care system.

State Programme Managers, District Programme Managers, Faculty of Programme Study Centers, State Consultants, and Nursing Tutors were among the 14 state trainers that took part. The participants were from Jhpiego, Nursing Colleges, the Health and Family Department, the National Health and Medical Mission, and District Hospitals, and had a combined work experience of up to 40 years.

Over 45 Trainers From 11 States Receives Training During First Cohort Of TOT Programme

September 15, 2021: From September 13 to September 15, 2021, IIHMR University hosted a three-day Training of Trainers workshop in conjunction with NISHTHA-Jhpiego. These trainers will also lead a Leadership Certification Programme for 900 Community Health Officers from 14 different states.

A total of 45 people from 11 states, including the northeast, were trained to train community health officers from throughout the country. A total of 55 master trainers will be created in the second episode of the series. This three-day training covered a wide range of topics, including primary health care overviews, public health planning and management, management skills, leadership skills, communication skills, mentorship, supply chain management, financial management, data management, and other leadership and management lessons for community health officers to perform efficiently and effectively for strengthening public health practices.

The programme's major goal was to introduce aspiring trainers to the CHO Training Programme, as well as the new modules and curriculum and teaching techniques. For CHOs, the module was thoughtfully prepared by IIHMR University and the NISHTHA/Jhpiego collaboration.

State Programme Managers, District Programme Managers, Faculty of Programme Study Centres, State Consultants, and Nursing Tutors were among the 11 states' trainers. Jhpiego, Nursing Colleges, Health and Family Department, NHM, and District Hospitals were among the participants. Those who took part had up to 40 years of job experience.

Public Health And Mental Wellbeing Discussion Series: Issues, Challenges, And Solutions Amid Covid 19

September 14, 2021: The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on population mental health and mental health systems hastened to respond by enforcing social distancing, quarantine, and isolation in response to fear, anxiety, anger, and grief by adapting to new ways of learning and working with the uncertainty of losing jobs and family income. The impacts of the uncertain situation originating from the global pandemic have affected people of all ages, and mental ill-health has expressed itself as a spectrum of severity ranging from mild anxiety to suicidal impulses.

The SD Gupta School of Public Health at IIHMR University hosted a webinar titled Suicide Behaviour Prevention in the Covid-19 Scenario: Creating Hope through Action to address this critical public health challenge. The webinar was the third in the “Public Health and Mental Well-Being Series,” and it took place on September 10, 2021, which was World Suicide Prevention Day.

The webinar had an array of eminent global experts from the field of public health, injury research and suicide prevention : Dr Abdulgafoor M. Bachani, Faculty of International Health and Director, Johns Hopkins International Injury Research Unit, JHSPH,  Baltimore, USA and  Dr Cuong Pham Viet, Director, Center for Injury Policy and Prevention Research, Hanoi School of Public Health, Hanoi, Vietnam among others

“Mental health and mental pressure is one of the most neglected areas of public health, and suicide is a complicated issue, especially after the Covid-19 pandemic,” stated Dr PR Sodani, President, IIHMR University, in his welcome address. “At numerous levels, there are hopes and prospects for suicide prevention. IIIHMR has been working on a project to study road traffic injuries and is now focusing on suicide prevention and self-harm research.”, he continued

While explaining the effects of individual and school-level factors on suicide thoughts and depression among high school students, Dr. Cuong Pham Viet. He went on to say that after the Covid pandemic, there was a rise in family violence against women and children, social alienation and isolation, and more exposure to online learning, which led to child mental degeneration, cyberbullying, and violence. Covid 19 prevention and cure are given top priority, but activities to avoid injuries and violence are neglected.

Suicide is a tragedy in and of itself. Every year, suicide costs billions of dollars. Understanding suicide behavior is critical for developing innovative suicide prevention methods that are efficient, practical, and cost-effective. Every year, almost 800,000 people commit suicide. Every year, more individuals commit suicide than are murdered, and suicide has grown by 60% in the last 40 years. To handle the increasing need for mental health care during and after a pandemic, countries must build a comprehensive case registry system so that crucial data can be collected without stigma, allowing them to take further action.

IIHMR University To Confer Degrees in 7th Convocation

July 28, 2021: Over 260 Masters' and 07 Doctoral degrees will be conferred by IIHMR University, a specialised postgraduate research university, during the seventh University convocation, which will be held online on July 30, 2021 from 6.00 to 7.30 pm. The university is holding its second straight virtual Convocation due to Covid-19. The Convocation Address will be delivered by Dr. Vishwa Mohan Katoch, President (JIPMER, Puducherry and All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Madurai). The Convocation ceremony will be presided over by renowned public health expert Prof. (Dr.) S.D. Gupta, Chairperson IIHMR University. Noted healthcare entrepreneur Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director, Apollo Hospitals Group and Prem Sharma, Founder of CEO of US-based healthcare start-up Day to Day Health will address the Convocation as Guest of Honour.   

“I am glad to inform you that, despite the challenges given by Covid-19, our students did very well on all needed learning outcomes of the programmes. We were able to handle smooth teaching-learning, industrial internships, and placements for our graduating students with the support of our strong and dedicated faculty staff, with the majority of the activities taking place online. This year, 176 students will receive Master of Business Administration (MBA) degrees in Hospital and Health Management, 56 in Pharmaceuticals Management, and 26 in Rural Development. Most of these students have already been placed in different organisations through campus placement.” said Dr. PR Sodani, President, IIHMR University.

Students of IIHMR University have a high rate of placement in reputable organisations. Some of the leading campus recruiters of IIHMR graduates include Reliance Foundation, Water Aid, Vidharbha Conservation Society, State Rural Livelihood Projects, GSWMA, Abbott, Apollo Munich, Accenture, Asian Heart Institute, Arabia Holdings, Shalby Hospital, GSK- GlaxoSmithKline, Deloitte, Jindal Institute of Medical Sciences, Narayana Hrudalya Hospital, Narayan Health, Bangalore, Novartis, Care India.

Narayan Seva Sansthan Hosts Webinar To Promote ‘CSR Education For Differently Abled And Children’

July 13, 2021: Narayan Seva Sansthan, a nonprofit organisation with charitable hospitals around the country for differently-abled individuals suffering from Polio, Cerebral Palsy, and birth disabilities, sponsored a webinar to promote "CSR Education for Differently Abled and Children." The goal of the webinar was to have a better knowledge of the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on education and to promote social values in children and students with disabilities at a young age. During the pandemic, numerous NGOs and businesses, large and small, stepped up to help the poor by giving free food, masks, transportation, and hospital services.

The webinar witnessed distinguished speakers who shared their insights Sunita Meena, Addl. DCP Jaipur Nodal Officer (Nirbhaya Squad), Dr. Goutam Sadhu, Professor IIHMR University, Adjunct Faculty, Department of International Health, Johns Hopkins University USA, Amit Kanoongo, Delivery Director & HR Head ATCS India, Prashant Agarwal, President, Narayan Seva Sansthan spoke on CSR Education for the differently-abled and children and Moderated by Rajat Gour, Digital Marketing Manager at Narayan Seva Sansthan.

 “In the middle of Corona, certain firms are offering various courses in partnership with social organisations. But a consortium of such organisations should be formed to impart training at the grassroots level.” To keep CSR education in mind, digital skill training should be provided to foster entrepreneurship among women, particularly young girls/women in small towns and villages. There is a need to develop programs such as teacher training, particularly for young women in rural and metropolitan areas. These programs should emphasize training young women how to network and polishing skills to pass on to their close friends and neighbors.” Sunita Meena, Addl. DCP Jaipur Nodal Officer (Nirbhaya Squad) stated.

Dr Sadhu, Professor, IIHMR University, went on to explain Provisions of the Company's Bill 2013 Relating to CSR by citing the proportions of the disabled population by social groups in India, where 2.21 percent of the total population is disabled with some other disabilities." He went on to describe how Section 135 of the Company's Bill, which broadly encompasses poverty, education, gender, health, environmental and sustainable development, employment, vocational skills, social entrepreneurship, and contributions to key National Funds, is being implemented.

He further mentioned that IIHMR University's School of Development Studies offers a two-year full-time MBA in Development Management and a 12-month Certificate in Corporate Social Responsibility. "Admission is in progress."

IIHMR University To Host 2nd National Conclave 2021 On Women Empowerment: Impact On Maternal And Child Nutrition

July 7, 2021: The second National Conclave 2021 on Women Empowerment: Impact on Maternal and Child Nutrition will be held at IIHMR University's School of Development Studies. The Coalition for Food and Nutrition Security is sponsoring this event, which will bring together experts from government, academia, and non-governmental organisations to discuss the challenges and opportunities in India's development sector, as well as how development management professionals can respond in the Covid era.

Speakers include

• PR Sodani, President, IIHMR University, Jaipur,
• Dr Sheila Vir, Founder Director, Public Health Nutrition Development Centre, New Delhi,
• Dr Sujeet Ranjan, Executive Director, The Coalition for Food & Nutrition Security, New Delhi,
• Madhuri Narayanan, Former Senior Gender Equity and Diversity Advisor at CARE International,
• Bhawani Shankar Saripalli, Faculty, IIM Indore, and
• Rahul Ghai, Dean (SDS), IIHMR University, Jaipur

The discussion will be moderated by Dr Goutam Sadhu, Professor (SDS), IIHMR University, Jaipur.

Date: 9-Jul-2021

Time: 3:00 pm to 4:50 pm IST

IIHMR University To Conduct Webinar On “How to become a 21st Century Health Startup”

June 30, 2021: In this era of the digital revolution, the globe is becoming increasingly data-connected, and many new technologies are being introduced. The ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, as well as the expansion of the virtual world, has resulted in a digital data computational and communication insurrection. The new tagline, Extend and Adapt, has sparked interest in the innovation and information industries, particularly in the sphere of health and its related fields. The IIHMR University's CIIE has taken the initiative to reflect on the current revival of health, allied sectors, and data informatics revolution, with India becoming the third largest startup ecosystem in the world and a growing list of global admirers.

CIIE's joint aim is to meet the speed of the challenges posed by the global pandemic threat by bringing together industry leaders, innovators, and academics from all over the world. India's healthcare sector has always been thriving, and it is one of the country's fastest-growing industries. With the convergence of technology and healthcare in India, the sector is positioned to set new standards. Technology's ability to favourably impact other sectors of the country, such as education and finance, is proof enough of its potential to do so in this industry as well.

According to numerous investors, the healthcare business might be worth $370 billion by 2022, with profits of up to 35-40 percent. Even though India has a long way to go in terms of employing technology to provide health-related services, health-tech is a game-changer. By 2030, it is predicted to generate 40 million employment.

Considering the situation, the IIHMR University is organising a webinar on “How to become a 21st Century Health Startup” on July 3 between 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm.

Discussion Points

• Advantage of being a health start-up.
• Validating the business without building the product.
• Funding Opportunities for start-ups
• To understand health-tech start-ups in India in the broad categories of pharmacy, home healthcare, diagnostics, biotech, etc.
• The real red flags to keep in mind.

Registration link: https://bit.ly/2TGwaGj

IIHMR University (Jaipur) Enrolls Admission As Per Extended Dates Announced By AICTE

June 29, 2021: The last day of B-school admissions has been extended by the All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) to allow the batch to be accepted till August 11. Subject to the availability of seats in each MBA programme, the IIHMR University also extended the last date of admission to August 11. The first round of online acceptance, set for July 6-7, has been announced in the IIHMR University. Every week, until August 11 the University will conduct IIHMR UMAT and GD-PI to identify candidates interested in joining the University.

It is worth highlighting that the IIHMR University works to expand the knowledge of its ever-growing dynamic future leaders, even in these times of great difficulty. The purpose of the University is to assist students in the interdisciplinary disciplines of quality assurance, organisation, leadership, health insurance, big data etc. The programmes of the University are designed for individuals and organisations, nationally and internationally, involved in health management, hospital management, drug management, development management, artificial intelligence, etc.

For more details on admissions, please visit the university’s official website.

IIHMR University Organises Pharma Conclave 2021 on Theme ‘Innovations in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Management’

June 23, 2021: IIHMR University, Jaipur, a leading healthcare university with a primary focus on developing a talent pool that can make a significant contribution to the health industry, hosted the Pharma Conclave 2021, which focused on ‘Innovations in Pharmaceutical Sciences and Management.' The distinguished speakers included Dr SD Gupta, Trustee Secretary, IIHMR University, Sudarshan Jain, Secretary-General, Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance; Former MD, Abbott Healthcare, and Dr P R Sodani, President, IIHMR University. The Pharma Conclave 2021 was a collaboration between academia and industry.

“The entire world is facing an unprecedented situation of COVID pandemic, and it is becoming imperative that we develop the future road map so that we can prepare ourselves for combating a pandemic of this magnitude. Taking this into account, a conclave has been organized to bring together academia and business to discuss how innovation and excellent management practices might be entrenched in the field of pharmaceutical sciences. Students attending the conclave will have the opportunity to network with industry experts and senior pharma alumni, as well as gain insight into pharmaceutical marketing, supply chain management, brand management, pharmaceutical consulting, and pharmaceutical regulations.” said Dr Saurabh Kumar, Dean School of Pharmaceutical Management, IIHMR University.

Sudarshan Jain, Secretary-General, Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance; Former MD, Abbott Healthcare, commended IIHMR University on choosing an engaging theme for the Pharma Conclave 2021. “Covid-19 has influenced and affected all of us. The second wave has been a big challenge, and I personally appreciate all of my Pharmaceutical Industry colleagues' outstanding contributions during this difficult period. India has been able to keep medicinal supplies flowing throughout the world even during the pandemic. The next chance is the Covid issue, and the next decade will be the decade of healthcare. Overall, the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries have made significant contributions to raising an individual's average life expectancy. Overall, the pharmaceutical industry has contributed significantly to vaccines, antibiotics, health, and hygiene, and IIHMR University is an institution that has advanced healthcare and innovation to new heights” he stated.

“The pharmaceutical sector has made headway on bringing in Covid-19 vaccinations, there has been a new finding of a medication for Alzheimer's, and even obesity. There have been advancements in Genomics, Artificial Intelligence, Gene Editing, Better Diagnostics, and Biology of Aging all around the world, and technology will speed up the process of these advancements. Management, R&D, Drug Development, Skills, and Biologicals would all provide excellent job opportunities.”, Jain continued

Experts in Panel-1 presented their perspectives on: ‘Challenges and Future Innovative Strategies for the Pharmaceutical Industry in the Covid Era.’

Similarly, Panel-2 focused on ‘Current Trends in Domestic and International Pharmaceutical Market’ had experts shared their views

IIHMR University Hosts National Conclave 2021 On Managing Post Covid Development Transitions

June 18, 2021: More than 800 people from India and other countries attended an event hosted by IIHMR University, a prominent postgraduate research university, where various specialists shared their perspectives on the development sector. The National Conclave 2021 on Managing Post COVID Development Transitions- Challenges and Opportunities for Management Professionals was held at IIHMR University.

Eminent speakers such as Dr PR Sodani, President, IIHMR University; Dr Himadri Sinha, Prof. & Head of the Department (RM) XISS, Ranchi; Sudarshan Suchi, CEO, Save the Children India; Dr KK Upadhyay, Chairman DNR Foundation and Former Head CSR, FICCI; Sanjay Singh, Communication 4 Development Specialist, UNICEF, MP; Dr Diptiranjan Mahapatra, Faculty Public Policy and Strategy, IIM Sambalpur; Prof. Rahul Ghai, Dean School of Development Studies (SDS), IIHMR University, Jaipur; and, Dr Goutam Sadhu, (Moderator), Professor, SDS, IIHMR University Jaipur attended the event.

Dr Himadri Sinha, Professor and Head of Department (RM) XISS, Ranchi, focused on the development sector's Covid-19 responses during Phase I and Phase II, expressing his concern and pondering on how Turkey could open tourism within 15 months of Covid-19 and how South Korea managed Covid-19 in a short period of time. He also discussed how privatisation can help the economy as a whole.

“Covid-19 has generated various hurdles at both the national and international level. However, it has taught corporations valuable lessons about keeping systems simple yet effective, as most of these fell apart during the pandemic. It is the contributions of those in the development sector who have put their lives on the line to keep things running. It is critical that people recognise that experts in the development sector chose to work in this field. During the Covid era, these professionals influenced community attitudes to become more resilient. These specialists have aided people in dealing with mental health issues, which are fraught with a social stigma. In a society where people share bathrooms, 6X8 room spaces, and common utilities, any one member of an eight-person household suffering from Covid would face severe societal repercussions. Professionals in the development industry, as well as CSR or NGO organisations, stepped forward to assist these people and raise awareness about the importance of community resilience in order to ensure continuity.” stated Sudarshan Suchi, CEO of Save the Children India.

In his closing remarks, Prof Rahul Ghai, Dean - SDS, IIHMR University, emphasised the need of people-centred development agendas and more robust civic involvement in recalibrating space for public benefit. Complex arrangements and partnerships with private institutions and business as co-drivers of growth for greater public good and accomplishment of the SDG agenda were required for the forthcoming challenges of the twenty-first century.

A Q&A session followed the National Conclave 2021 on Managing Post Covid Development Transitions- Challenges and Opportunities for Management Professionals.

IIHMR University Launches The First Of Its Kind UGC NSQF Framework Approved PG Diploma Programme In Health Entrepreneurship In India

June 15, 2021: The first of its kind UGC NSQF Framework recognised PG Diploma programme in Health Entrepreneurship in India is now available at IIHMR University. It's a great option for professionals who want to learn how to start and grow scalable health-related businesses.

Following are some of the programme related details:

Program duration- 1 Year (Full-time program with 70% Skills-based Learning in 2 Semesters)

Commencement of Class- August 9, 2021

Last date of Submission of Application- July 25, 2021

Total Program Fee- Rs 45,000 in two installments

Eligibility- Any Recognised Bachelors' degree from any Discipline

Experience- No prior experience required.

Credits- 60

Date of PI- July 28 and 29, 2021 

Career opportunities- This course will prepare you to work with health-related companies or to create your own in areas such as Telehealth & Telemedicine, Digital Therapeutics & New Business Models, Tech-led Innovations in Healthcare, mHealth, Dental Clinics, and Wellness Clinics/Hospitals. The program focuses on selecting health-related companies for the new millennium.

“IIHMR is soliciting applications for Post Graduate Diploma in Health Entrepreneurship. This is the first program of its sort to be authorized by the UGC within the NSQF framework. With 36 years of experience in health and hospital management, we have carved out a niche for ourselves. We are confident that participants will profit from this program, and that in the post-pandemic age, we will be able to build some creative health companies for the country. It is a thorough curriculum that intends to provide significant assistance to graduating health start-ups at the University's Incubation Center after they have completed the program”, said Dr. PR Sodani, President (Officiating), IIHMR University.

Candidates that meet the criteria will be invited to a personal interview (PI). The candidate's final selection is dependent on his or her performance in the Personal Interview (PI)

IIHMR University's School of Development Studies To Organize The 'National Conclave 2021' on 'Managing Post Covid Developmental Transitions: Challenges and Opportunities for Management Professionals'

June 14, 2021: The School of Development Studies at IIHMR University is organising The 'National Conclave 2021' on 'Managing Post Covid Developmental Transitions: Challenges and Opportunities for Management Professionals'.

To grace the session, the university has invited eminent personalities such as Dr PR Sodani, President, IIHMR University, Jaipur; Dr Himadri Sinha, Professor and Course Director (RM), XISS, Ranchi;  Sudarshan Suchi, Chief Executive Officer, Save the Children, India; Dr KK Upadhyay, Chairman, DNR Foundation and former Head CSR, FICCI; Sanjay Singh, Communication 4 Development Specialist, UNICEF, MP; Dr Diptiranjan Mahapatra, Faculty Public Policy and Strategy IIM Sambalpur and Prof. Rahul Ghai, Dean (SDS), IIHMR University, Jaipur as keynote speakers.

The session is scheduled to be conducted on June 17 between 03:00 to 04:30 pm.

For registrations and more details, please visit the institute's official website.

IIHMR University to Conduct Free Faculty Development Programme Sponsored By AICTE Training And Learning (ATAL) Academy

May 25, 2021: Covid-19 has increased the importance of digital marketing with the number of online users that have increased exponentially. IIHMR University will hold a five-day Faculty Development Programme in response to the expanding market demand and need for training. The AICTE Training & Learning (ATAL) Academy will support the Digital Marketing programme, which will be delivered online by the Centre for Incubation, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship (CIIE) at IIHMR University in Jaipur. From July 26, 2021, to July 30, 2021, this Digital Marketing programme will be held. Faculty members from AICTE-approved institutions, research scholars, PG scholars, government, industry participants (Bureaucrats/Technicians/Participants from Industry, etc.), and CBSE teachers are all eligible to participate in this programme for free.

This program does not necessitate any prior knowledge of digital marketing. It is open to any academic member from Management, Engineering, Social Science, or any other subject who wants to teach the course or who wants to be a digital marketing professional. This is a hands-on online course with a lot of interaction, practical exercises, and a project. Case studies, live corporate examples, and general discussions will be used to teach each subject. This programme will assist faculty in upskilling and planning their professional development. Interested individuals must register for FDP on the ATAL Academy website latest by July 10, 2021. By July 20, 2021, the applicants will be notified of their selection.

IIHMR University To Organise Webinar On Career Opportunities In Public Health

May 12, 2021: IIHMR University's SD Gupta School of Public Health will be organising a webinar on ‘Career Opportunities in Public Health’ on May 15 between 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm. The panel of experts includes Dr S D Gupta, Chairman, IIHMR University, MD (Preventive & Social Medicine) from India, PhD (Epidemiology), Dr Sutapa Bandyopadhyay, Director, IIHMR Delhi, MD MBBS and Dr D K Mangal, Professor and Dean Research, IIHMR University, MD (Preventive and Social Medicine), Fellow, Indian Public Health Association.

Please visit the university’s official website for more details and registrations.

IIHMR Announces The Launch Of An Elective Course On Public Health Nutrition Jointly With IIHMR Bangalore

April 16, 2021: The Jaipur-based IIHMR University recently announced the launch of an elective course on Public Health Nutrition in joint efforts with IIHMR Bangalore with an aim to impart a basic understanding of public health nutrition and enhance knowledge and skills for practice. The curriculum includes public health nutrition; its role and scope in India; food and nutrition security; interactive nature of nutrition-infection-disease management; triple burden of malnutrition and nutrition policies and programs. It also integrates the key knowledge about nutrition throughout the life cycle; assessment of nutritional status and nutrition education & health promotion.

Following are a few programme related details:

Program name: Elective Course on Public Health Nutrition

Course Credits: 3 credit hours

Program Duration: 10 days

Date of the program: 26th April 2021 to 7th May 2021

Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Last date of application: 20th April 2021

Course participation: Free

Course Participation with a certificate: Rs. 500

Lectures and panel discussions will be used to offer the course, which will also include quizzes, animations, hands-on activities, and reading materials and handouts. The course would emphasize 20 per cent class attendance, 35 per cent mid-term assessment, and 45 per cent end-of-term evaluation.

Dr PR Sodani Takes Over As Fourth President of IIHMR University Jaipur

April 15, 2021: Dr PR Sodani takes charge as the President of the IIHMR University. “It gives me tremendous pleasure to begin the new journey as President (Vice-Chancellor) of IIHMR University, which has a rich history of healthcare administration, education, and research,” Dr PR Sodani said upon joining as President of IIHMR University. It's worth noting that Dr Sodani has over 30 years of academic experience as a tutor, leader, and institution builder. Dr Sodani has acted as Officiating President (2020-21), Acting President (2017-18), Pro-President (2017-2020), and Dean Training (2010-2020) at the IIHMR University. He is well-versed in the higher education system, as well as research and training in the health sector. He received his PhD from ML Sukhadia University and his MPH from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, in the United States.

During 2002-2004, Dr PR Sodani was the focal point for finalising the project implementation plan (PIP) for the World Bank-assisted Rajasthan Health Systems Development Project, which had a five-year term for the Department of Medical and Health, Government of Rajasthan. During 2004, he aided the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, as a Health Economist in performing a cost-benefit study of a World Bank-assisted cataract blindness control programme in India. He has also worked in the field of food fortification, serving as Project Director for the GAIN-supported Technical Support Unit for Food Fortification. In MBA and MPH programmes, he teaches health policy and the healthcare delivery system, as well as health economics (a cooperative programme with Johns Hopkins University).

IIHMR University Chairman, Dr SD Gupta said “Dr Sodani is the best leader for IIHMR University that we might think of. I have a great deal of admiration for Dr. Sodani, who has completed several tasks successfully. I am sure that the University will reach new heights across the continuum of higher education operations under his capable leadership. In this endeavor, I wish him the best of luck.”

IIHMR Announces 10 Days Free Online Certificate Course On ‘Introduction to Human Biology and Medical Terminologies’

April 1, 2021: Starting from today till April 10, IIHMR University in Jaipur will offer a ten-day online free course on "Introduction to Human Biology and Medical Terminologies." It's a three-credit online course that runs from 6 to 8 pm on the Microsoft Team platform. Candidates from different countries have enrolled and are actively involved in the initiative, including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Brazil, Nepal, Bahrain, and India.

The aim of this course is to provide knowledge on the structure and physiological role of human body systems in order to aid in the comprehension of health and various body functions.

“This programme is very helpful if you are affiliated with the health sector,” said Dr PR Sodani, President of IIHMR University, during the Inaugural ceremony. Professionals must be familiar with a variety of terminologies. The programme is set up in such a manner that it greatly encourages this crucial aspect.”

This introductory course is designed to provide fundamental knowledge of human biology to MPH and MBA (Health, Hospital, Pharmaceutical, and Rural Management) students who do not have a background in biology, health, or medicine.

The course covers cell structure and operation, as well as the anatomy and physiology of different structures in the human body and organs, as well as widely used terminology of health-care work. To make online learning easier, simple animations, graphs, and illustrations will be used.

IIHMR University Invites Applications for MBA in Digital Health; Last Date to Apply is March 25

March 18, 2021: IIHMR University is inviting applications for its one of the renowned two-year management degree programme, i.e. MBA in Digital Health. The programme's goal is to produce highly-trained specialists in fields that include a combination of computer science, information technology, and medicine. Applicants with a bachelor's degree in a field profoundly related to the curriculum, such as Computer Applications, Information Technology, Computer Science, Systems engineering, B-informatics, Medicine, Pharmacy, or Life Sciences, are suitable candidates. The curriculum emphasises the use of technology in diagnosis, care, medical history, teaching, and financial transactions. Candidates aspiring to admission to the programme may apply till March 25. 

As a part of the admission process, all candidates need to fulfil the eligibility criteria which is to have: 

• A minimum aggregate of 50 per cent in graduation in any stream from a recognised institute or university. 
• A valid score of either of the nationally accepted management qualifying exam such as CAT, XAT, NMAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA and GMAT 
• Candidates with prior work experience are given preference.   

All eligible candidates to undergo a mandatory written aptitude test followed by a GD/PI round.  

Programme details: 

Seat intake: 30 

Total programme fee: Rs 9.60 lakh 

Scholarships: Limited Merit-based Scholarship available on a first-come first serve basis and freeships available for SC/ST/OBC and economically weaker section (EWS) 

Amount of Scholarship: Rs. 1,00,000 each student and amount of freeships will be 100% fee waiver. 

Date of IIHMR U-MAT Examination: April 6, 2021 

Date of GD: April 8, 2021 

Date of PI: April 9, 2021 

IIHMR University Invites Applications for MBA in Rural Management; Last Date to Apply is March 20 

March 11, 2021: IIHMR University is inviting applications for its one of the renowned two-year management degree programme, i.e. MBA in Rural Management. Candidates aspiring to admission to the programme may apply till March 20. 

As a part of the admission process, all candidates need to fulfil the eligibility criteria which is to have: 

• A minimum aggregate of 50 per cent in graduation in any stream from a recognised institute or university. 
• A valid score of either of the nationally accepted management qualifying exam such as CAT, XAT, NMAT, MAT, CMAT, ATMA and GMAT 
• Candidates with prior work experience are given preference.   

All eligible candidates to undergo a mandatory written aptitude test followed by a GD/PI round.  

Programme details: 

Seat intake: 30 

Total programme fee: Rs 5.25 lakh 

Scholarships: Limited Merit-based Scholarship available on a first come first serve basis and freeships available for SC/ST/OBC and economically weaker section (EWS) 

Amount of Scholarship: Rs. 1,00,000 each student and amount of freeships will be 100% fee waiver. 

Date of IIHMR U-MAT Examination: April 6, 2021 

Date of GD: April 8, 2021 

Date of PI: April 9, 2021 

IIHMR University Organises Webinar on Possible Collaborative Partnerships in Promoting Good Health and Well-Being

March 4, 2021: Approaches to control corruption, such as anti-corruption, honesty, and accountability, are essential for the implementation of Universal Health Coverage. We must continue an initiative programme of continued education on corruption that extends beyond universities and the healthcare industry in order to empower health-care coverage and recipients. This was announced by Ramu Damodaran (Keynote Address), Head, United Nations Academic Effect, UN Headquarters, New York, at an international dialogue hosted by IIHMR University on “Collaborative Academic Action for Good Health and Well-Being.” The webinar focused on potential strategic collaborations and interventions for improving health and well-being.

The event witnessed the presence of renowned dignitaries such as President, IIHMR University, Dr P R Sodani; Provost & Chief Academic Office, Berlin School of Business & Innovation, Germany, Dr Kyriakos Kouveliotis; Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Academic), Mzumbe University, Dr Ganka Deniel Nyamsogoro; PRME, Anti-Poverty Working Group, Co-Chair, Milenko Gudik; and, Professor & Ex Dean, University of Zululand, South Africa, Dr Dev Tiwari.

During his presentation, Ramu said that SDG 3 and SDG 5 combine to form SDG 4, which is Education. When healthcare and education work together, they will achieve incredible results by sharing experience and implementing new ideas.

IIHMR University Announces the Launch of Executive Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate Programme

March 1, 2021: In a collaborative venture with the 75-year-old American Society for Excellence, the IIHMR University announced the introduction of the Executive Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Qualification Programme. The training will teach the Lean Six Sigma methodology, which will be targeted to healthcare practitioners across India with an appreciation of statistics and efficiency. The goal of the programs is to educate people of the advancement of quality in the health sector. This program will begin its first phase from March 11-13, 2021 and from March 18-20, 2021. The second phase shall commence from April 1-3, 2021 and from April 8-10, 2021.

Dr PR Sodani, President of IIHMR University, said, "IIHMR University and ASQ would have an effect on the quality of health care in both the government and the private sector in India. Education projects will be organized collectively with the primary emphasis on those working in the health industry, such as doctors, nurses, hospital administrative workers, etc. The Government of India is committed to providing quality healthcare facilities, to achieving these priorities and NHP objectives, and IIHMR University will embrace them and put in programs that represent these aspects."

IIHMR University Invites Applications for MBA Executive Courses in Leadership and Strategy

February 24, 2020: IIHMR University has a newly launched Master of Business Administration – Executive in Leadership and Strategy, (MBA - Executive – L&S) programme. Programme architecture is creative and blends technologies in an innovative way to improve the efficiency of classroom teaching and learning. In addition to the theoretical comprehension, the learning of most of the courses was measured by the degree of competency in the realistic implementation of the principles in a real-work environment.

Dr PR Sodani, President (Officiating), IIHMR University said, “The MBA - Executive – L&S Program has been designed to provide learning and competency development opportunities to working professionals and executives. The global business environment is moving fast and under the increasing business complexities, the executives need to continuously develop their strategic thinking and leadership capabilities. While facing an uncertain economic scenario because of this pandemic, the programme participants will find this uniquely designed globally benchmarked Executive MBA a flexible, relevant and tailored to executive capacity building need.”

Programme details –

Duration: Two years

Last date to apply: February 25, 2021

Number of seats: 40

Disciplines: Multi-disciplinary (Management, Leadership, Business)

Eligibility: Admission to First-semester MBA (Executive-L&S) shall be open to the applicants who have passed the Bachelor's degree in any discipline with 50 per cent aggregate marks from any recognised university with a minimum of five years of experience.

IIHMR University Invites Applications for PG Diploma in Health Entrepreneurship

February 19, 2021: IIHMR University is inviting applications for its one-year PG Diploma in Health Entrepreneurship programme. The last date to apply for the same is February 25.

The curriculum design of the course involves a unique blend of theory and skill-focused sessions aiming at making students industry-ready. This multi-disciplinary programme intends to imbibe students with management, business and entrepreneurship skills so as to encourage young budding entrepreneurs for a better tomorrow.

Programme details –

Eligibility: Candidates aspiring admission to the PG Diploma programme shall have a recognised Bachelors' degree or Bachelor of Vocational Studies (BVoc)

Application process: Online

Students intake: 60

Tuition fee: 1.05 lakh

IIHMR University Inks MoU with Shalby Limited

February 10, 2021: IIHMR University recently entered into an agreement with Shalby Academy, a division of Shalby Limited. The partnership will experience the expertise of healthcare providers through numerous services through an e-platform. The courses shall be administered in close partnership between the IIHMR University and the Shalby Academy.

This five-year partnership will witness a course/training that will be mutually agreed and reviewed by IIHMR University and Shalby. At the beginning of the epidemic of Covid-19, IIHMR University launched the SD Gupta School of Public Health (SDG-SPH). The SDG-SPH has been initiated with the goal of training potential leaders in public health, offering technological and administrative assistance to health services, supporting implementation research, introducing emerging technology and developing health staff.

Speaking about the signing of the MOU, Babu Thomas, Chief Human Resources Officer, Shalby Limited, said, "It is very important to improvise a quality training and continuous development of the healthcare delivery system. We are working towards the vision of the Central Government, where expertise would reach out to every region of the world. In partnership with the Shalby Multispecialty Hospital, the IIHMR University shall work towards the training of healthcare practitioners, in particular those in need of such training. Our MoU with IIHMR University is a cooperative partnership in which Shalby can lend its facility to give hands-on training to all applicants participating in the programme."

IIHMR Celebrates 25^th Edition of Annual Global Conference PRADANYA 2021  

February 9: 2021: IIHMR University recently held it's 25th annual Global Conference PRADANYA 2021 on the theme 'Digital Health, Sustainable Growth and Wellness'. It was a three-day celebration organised between February 3rd and 5th. The University invited Hon'ble Governor Kalraj Mishra of Rajasthan as the chief guest to grace the event. The conference was also witnessed by the active presence of participants from over 10 nations.

Mentioning the Government of India's Digital Health Mission under the leadership of Hon'ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, Hon'ble Governor said, "India is on the road to sustainable development, which can be further strengthened through appropriate research-focused health care management initiatives involving the appropriate use of the right technology." In recognition of the University's efforts to arrange an international event on such a significant topic, the Hon'ble Governor referred to the need for continued enhancement of health care through ongoing research and education efforts in the area.

In the beginning of the event, Dr Sodani expanded on the goals of the three-day international conference and shared a wider theme. In his welcoming address, Dr Sodani said, "The next decade will see a major rise in digital health solutions. Recognising the need to incorporate digital health into sustainable growth, the University has launched this dialogue as a continuous mechanism for the potential sharing of information on the topic."

IIHMR University Announces the Launch of Post-Graduate Diploma Programme in CSR and Sustainable Development

January 7, 2021: IIHMR University, ranked 65th in the Management Division by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF), has announced a special postgraduate degree in Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustainable Development. The programme is approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi under the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF). The programme concept is creative and combines full certification while acquiring skills in CSR management.

The curriculum will be jointly delivered by the School of Growth Studies and the Executive Education Division of the University. Dr Shiv K Tripathi, Professor and Dean (Training) of the IHMR, emphasised that this one-year curriculum is multidisciplinary in nature and that almost two-thirds of the programme will be offered by student participation in live industry ventures. For this purpose, the University has formed a collaboration with India CSR, an active information resource centre in the CSR field. He added that the architecture of the software uniquely ties management with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and thus makes it very useful for those employed (or interested) in CSR/Sustainability in businesses, the public sector and NGOs.

Programme details –

• Duration: 12 Months
• Number of Seats: 40
• Eligibility: Any recognised Bachelors' degree or Bachelor of Vocational Studies (BVoc)
• Total Credits: 60 (35% Theory + 65% Skill)
• Total Fee: Rs 1.05 lakh
• Disciplines: Management, Social Work, Law, Business, Development Studies

IIHMR University Invites Applications for PhD Admissions

December 18, 2020: IIHMR University, a leading healthcare management research university, has started accepting applications for its 2021 PhD programme. With over 36 years of experience, the IIHMR University is a national hub for public health, administration and research. The University has partnerships with major universities and institutions such as Johns Hopkins University, USA; Chester University, UK; Montreal University, Canada; Curtin University, Australia; and BP Koirala Institute of Public Health, Nepal.

Programme details:

• Program duration- Three years
• Last date to apply- February 07, 2021
• Seat intake- 15 seats
• Tuition Fee- Rs 4 lakh
• Application fee- Rs 2,000
• IRAT & Personal Interview- February 20-21, 2021
• Commencement of session- April 5, 2021
• Disciplines- Research Methodology, Epidemiology, Demography and Population Sciences, Statistics and Quantitative Techniques, Health Economics, Pharma Management, Development Management, Health Systems and Scientific Writing.

Eligibility: Applicant must be postgraduate or shall have a degree equivalent to master’s or MPhil from a corresponding statutory legal body with a minimum aggregate of 55 per cent.

Admission Process: It includes of three stages – Screening, IIHMR Research Aptitude Test (IRAT) and Personal Interview.

Candidates aspiring for admission may apply on the university’s official website.

Chief Minister Inaugurates Covid Relief Digital Concert Series ‘Padharo Mhare Des’

November 23, 2020: IIHMR University recently invited Chief Minister of Rajasthan Ashok Gehlot for the inauguration of the virtual Covid Relief Concert Series which is a fundraising digital concert series. The event was premiered on Facebook on November 22. The concert series is a project of Rajasthan-based singer Manesha Agarwal's Arpan Foundation. The series starred more than 70 folk artists from the most distant areas of Jodhpur, Jaisalmer and Barmer.

The Arpan Foundation has ensured all monetary assistance to all the 70 folk artists who performed at the event. All the funds raised by the Concert Series Foundation will be donated directly to folk artists. Manesha Agarwal said, "Arpan Foundation will independently continue to support folk artists in times to come".

In the past also, IIHMR University has backed such worthy projects strongly and also supports this cause.

IIHMR University Inks MoU with ‘SEARCH’

November 12, 2020: IIHMR University recently signed an agreement with the Society for Education, Action and Research in Community Health (SEARCH) on today's interactive forum for public health research, as well as the sharing of knowledge and development of research outputs on public health problems relating to rural and tribal population coverage, from a national, regional and global viewpoint. The deal is valid for a term of five years and is effective until December 31, 2025.

Founder, Trustee of IIHMR University Dr Ashok Agarwal, said that working along with SEARCH is also a great honour. Gadchiroli, where SEARCH works, has shown developmental progress; action analysis has been carried out and implemented. That is the study's actual result. In Gadchiroli, learning is immense, and I am sure that this partnership will support our learners and faculty.

The institutional partnership ranges from the internship opportunities given to IIHMR University students and field experience in Quest, the local community as well as hospital-based programme and study to better understand and contribute to the introduction of the field-based programme, the involvement of the faculty of IIHMR University in current research projects of SEARCH, data processing and writing joint research papers for publication and develop, design, and organise joint training and capacity building programmes in public health areas are also a part of the agreement.

IIHMR University Ranks 20^th Among Top Private MBA Institutions Across India

November 9, 2020: Basis the recent MBA rankings 2021 released by Outlook ICARE India, IIHMR University was ranked 20 in the category of Top MBA Institutions across the country. According to the Outlook-ICARE rankings, IIHMR University is also ranked 6 among private B-schools in the West region.

Outlook ICARE has measured the strengths of IIHMR University on various scales and awarded, among others, its overall score of 76.72 to allow it to receive a coveted ranking. Several criteria, including science, employability, selection of faculty, inclusiveness, and diversity, were also taken into consideration for the calculation of the current ranking.

IIHMR University Conducts Online Country-Focused Conference Session on ‘Decoding New Education Policy 2020’

November 6, 2020: An online country-focused conference session on 'Decoding New Education Policy 2020- The Roadmap for Inclusive Development' was organised by the India Chapter of the Humanistic Management Network (HMN) in association with IIHMR University on November 5, 2020. The session was held within the context of the 2020 Annual Conference on Humanistic Management, which was held from November 4 to 6, 2020. During the workshop, prominent speakers presented impactful messages and discussed how NEP adoption could relate to the equitable and sustainable development agenda. These speakers include KC Ramamurthy, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and Chairman, CMR Group of Institutions, Bengaluru (Chief Guest); Dr Naresh Chandra Gautam, Vice-Chancellor, Mahatma Gandhi Gramodaya University, Chitrakoot; Dr Alok Rai, Vice-Chancellor, Lucknow University, Lucknow; Dr Ernst von Kimakowitz, Co-Founder, Humanistic Management Network; Dr Prahlad Rai Sodani, President, IIHMR University, Jaipur; and, Dr Rajeev Singh, CEO, Indian Chambers of Commerce.

All speakers discussed various aspects of the NEP 2020 and talked about how its implementation will undoubtedly bring radical changes in the education system in teaching, delivery, and pedagogy.

First Regional Workshop on ‘The Role of Vaccine Demand’

November 3, 2020: The four-day regional workshop on 'The role of demand for vaccines' was recently organised by IIHMR University as partial fulfilment of the ongoing online courses jointly taught by John Hopkins University School of Public Health, Baltimore, USA, on Vaccine Economics for Covid-19. More than 250 participants from around the world participated actively in the workshop, which also included leading health practitioners from allied groups, including the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, the Government of India, the State Ministry, WHO, UNDP, UNICEF, Tata Trust, the Clinton Health Access Initiative and IIT Kharagpur.

The aim of the workshop, particularly in the Indian context, was to discuss the intricacies related to the factors deciding vaccine demand. With the outbreak of Covid-19, it is important to recognise the market trends for vaccinations in order to better strategise and ensure greater coverage and benefits through the country's heterogeneous environment. Participants offered useful insight on how the cost and potential benefits of vaccination, government communication and media initiatives can play a crucial role in the growing demand for vaccinations.

IIHMR University to Conduct Masterclass on ‘Healthcare Strategy’ and Online Student Meet

October 22, 2020: IIHMR University is holding a Masterclass/ Global Expert Talk on 'Healthcare Strategy’ in conjunction with faculty and students of the Department of Health Services, University of Washington, followed by an online student meet on October 23, 2020 at 10 am. This is a unique innovative sequence, especially for the students of Health Management. Collaborative exchange of information and sharing of expert opinions will help the student and also will allow them, through online networking and learning from the best, to take their learning to the next stage.

Over 75 students from IIHMR University and 25 from Washington University have registered and will attend the Masterclass, which will have Dr Suzanne J Wood, Department of Health Care, University of Washington, Seattle WA, as the keynote speaker.

IIHMR University Organises Online Course on Vaccine Economics for COVID- 19

October 17, 2020: With the outbreak of novel Coronavirus, IIHMR University is organising a two-month online course on Vaccine Economics for Covid-19 in joint efforts with Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, USA. The new online course is designed for vaccine decision-makers and programme administrators to use economic instruments to maximise the coverage of vaccines during the Covid-19 challenges.

The University has received over 400 applications globally out of which 230 have been shortlisted. Out of the total applications received, 64 belonged to India of which 53 have been selected. The participants are from Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal and Somalia and are working on positions such as director, deputy director, consultant, technical advisor, medical officer, project coordinator, program manager and officer working in the field of immunisation and vaccine delivery. The participants are working in organisations such as the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, state ministries, WHO, UNDP, UNICEF, Tata Trusts, Clinton Health Access Initiative and IIT Kharagpur.

In order to advise national decision-makers on the deployment of scarce resources and to prioritise initiatives in the health sector, information on the evaluation of infectious diseases and the economic effect of vaccination is essential.

Investments in vaccinations offer a safety net for public health that aims to improve health services and reduce outbreaks of diseases that can be expensive to manage.

IIHMR University Virtually Inaugurates 8th Cohort of Master of Public Health Program

October 13, 2020: In joint efforts with the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (JHSPH), Baltimore, USA, IIHMR University virtually inaugurated its 8^th batch of the prestigious international postgraduate degree programme, Master of Public Health (MPH), on October 12, 2020, for the 2020-22 session. While addressing the audience, Founder trustee IIHMR University Dr Ashok Agarwal mentioned that it took about five years to create and build this prestigious programme, and today, it has turned out to be a fruitful programme. For this curriculum, the university receives several applications showing their curiosity and choice, but they can pick very few.

The MPH curriculum is structured to offer vital multidisciplinary instruction to students to help address public health challenges worldwide. Johns Hopkins University and IIHMR University are jointly delivering the curriculum. Students are awarded a degree of JKHPS School and are also given the opportunity to connect with the worldwide network of 20,000 plus alumni.

IIHMR Hosts Webinar on ‘Decoding New Education Policy 2020’

October 7, 2020: A webinar on 'Decoding New Education Policy 2020: Role of National Education Policy in Achieving UN Sustainable Development Goals' was conducted by IIHMR University, Jaipur, to explore ways to combine and align Sustainable Development Goals ( SDGs) with the New Education Policy (NEP). The NEP 2020 offers a holistic roadmap for a transformative change in education preparation and implementation at all stages and ways. Implementation of NEP 2020 would, however, require changes in curriculum and pedagogy as well as process conditions, structures and education management systems.

 To facilitate this discussion, a panel of eminent speakers across the globe were invited that includes Former Vice-Chairman, University Grants Commission, India Dr VN Rajasekhanran Pillai; UNESCO Chair and Founder, PRIA, New Delhi Dr Rajesh Tandon; Resident Representative, Climate Scorecard (USA) Pooran Chandra Pandey; and, Vice President, Public Health Foundation of India, Dr Sanjay Zodpey.

The experts discussed the various characteristics of the policy such as the opportunity for quality and affordable education and accessibility to lifelong learning, which can bring a transformation in the Indian education system, multidisciplinary approach, internationalisation, exit or entry system, credit bank, focus on teaching, research, engagement and campus operations. Besides this, various challenges related to it were also discussed such the implementation of the policy requires ground-breaking reforms. The country's health professional education is fragmented and outdated. Our education and work competencies do not match, with poor teamwork and narrow technical focus. This is the main reason for producing ill-equipped graduates. NEP 2020 should focus on redesigning institutional reforms for higher professional education. The session helped everyone understand the policy from various perspective

IIHMR University Marks 36th Foundation Day with the Launch of School of Public Health

October 5, 2020: IIHMR University, a premier health management institute of the country, completed its 36 successful years today. On the auspicious occasion, the University announced the launch of a new School of Public Health - ‘S D Gupta School of Public Health’ in IIHMR University, Jaipur. The event was held virtually and was actively witnessed by the team of faculty members and students. While addressing the audience, the Chairperson of IIHMR University Dr Gupta talked about the initial idea with which IIHMR was started, i.e. to undertake research policy and program management research. The institute has extensively collaborated with the Government of India and other state governments in the administration and implementation of national health programmes including the HIV control programme, Immunisation programme and Blindness control programme.

IIHMR Hosts Webinar on 'Transparency, Ethics and Integrity in Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals Sector’

September 18, 2020: In joint efforts with the Centre of Excellence for Governance, Ethics and Transparency (CEGET) at Global Compact Network India (GCNI), IIHMR University hosted a webinar session on 'Transparency, Ethics and Integrity in Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals Sector'. The country has witnessed a sudden increase in corruption cases amid the global pandemic situation due to Coronavirus. The session was organised with an aim to create awareness among the youth of the country on the importance of transparency in the healthcare sector. Healthcare firms need solid ethical pillars to improve the culture of ‘esteem’ between the caregiver and the group.

To facilitate this session, IIHMR-U invited global academic leaders and industry professionals such as Professor Wolfgang C Amann, Academic Programme Director, HEC Paris; Sarah Steingrüber, an Independent Global Health Consultant from Germany; Prof. Matthias Kleinhempel, Director, Centre for Governance and Transparency, IAE Business School, Argentina, Ashley Demming, Project Manager, United Nations Global Compact, New York; and, Professor Ronald E Berenbeim, Adjunct Professor, NYU who discussed the need of rapid, broad, state-of-the-art education and technology; capacity building programmes for health care professionals that focus on values and ethics."; Corruption risk assessment to evaluate its impact; and, the macro-level corruption that occurs when activities of an organisation do not optimise economic productivity and benefit all of their members.

The session was informative.

University to Organise a Webinar on ‘National Education Policy 2020: Transforming Education System of India’

September 7, 2020: The New Education Policy 2020 has illustrated a new roadmap for revising the Indian education system. The policy promises to transform the Indian education system by 2040. Logical improvements to the way education will be conducted in India are envisaged in the policy and it does so by emphasising on the universal education system, basic literacy and digitalisation, building the capacities of teachers, and enabling students to choose their subjects in a more flexible manner. There are many higher education policy initiatives, including a regulator to allow foreign academics to set up campuses in India. For students, a four-year undergraduate programme with entry and exit opportunities at various stages and a system of credit transfer may make the most important improvement.

To discuss all these initiatives, IIHMR University is organising a webinar session on ‘National Education Policy 2020: Transforming Education System of India’ on September 7 between 6:00 pm and 8:00 pm.

The University has invited prominent dignitaries of the education world to facilitate this session. It includes Former Member, National Education Policy, 2020 Committee Government of India Professor Rajendra P Gupta; Vice-Chancellor, SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRM University), Chennai Professor Sandeep Sancheti; Vice-Chancellor, NMIMS University, Mumbai Professor Ramesh Bhat; Vice-Chancellor, DY Patil International University Dr Prabhat Ranjan; and Chairman and Director General, Amity University Middle East Initiative Dr Ajit K Nagpal.

Link to register: http://bit.ly/DNEP_2020

IIHMR University to Organise Webinar on “The Underappreciated Value of Healthcare Ethics – A Look at Various Cases”

September 5, 2020: The global pandemic situation due to Coronavirus has made people knowledgeable and concerned about their health and privacy. But, it has also introduced us to new challenges regarding the lack of respect and appreciation towards healthcare ethics. Considering the same, IIHMR University is organising a webinar session on September 5 from 7:30 pm to 9:00 pm to create awareness among the students, the youth of the country. The session would focus on ethical theories and principles and various scenarios related to healthcare ethics. This presentation will address the ethical aspects, such as those relating to anonymity, consent and conflict, highlighting Covid-19 cases. The speakers will share examples of circumstances in various countries and societies where ethical problems surrounding healthcare can be influenced and impacted based on personal experience and anecdotal knowledge.

To facilitate the session, University has invited Professor Ashish Chandra from the University of Houston-Clear Lake (UHCL), Houston, Texas, USA;  and Professor William Stroube from University of Evansville, Evansville, Indiana, USA.

IIHMR-U Invites TEDx Speaker Pradeep Kashyap for a Webinar Session on Rural Marketing

August 20, 2020: With the outbreak of global pandemic Coronavirus, India must redefine its priorities. It must now focus on diversifying the rural economy, improving healthcare and education and generating new job opportunities in villages. The age-old boundaries between city and rural areas have fallen as economic activities expand toward newer areas and new settlements with rurban economic groups becoming the new norm.

In addition to the multilateral organisations, since central and state governments are increasingly conducting feasibility/impact studies on rural development schemes, a large number of rural development and management professionals will be needed.

To discuss these upcoming opportunities for management students, IIHMR University recently invited Founder MART and TEDx Speaker Pradeep Kashyap, father of rural marketing in India to educate students on how rural resurgence will fuel India’s economic recovery, share opportunities for youngsters in rural India and much more.

Points discussed:

• Areas of opportunities for youngsters in rural India
• Is rural soon going to become the next urban?
• Myths associated with the rural market
• Role of women in rural India in coming times
• Are rural needs to be more glamorous for young Indian students who wish to have their career in rural India?

University Organises Webinar on ‘Heartful Leadership: Transforming Education and Supporting Sustainability’

June 21, 2020: Aiming to transform the higher education for a greater good that also emphasises on empathy, ethical intelligence, and emotional intelligence, IIHMR University organised a webinar on ‘Heartful Leadership: Transforming Education and Supporting Sustainability’. The University invited Founder & Guide of Heartfulness Institute Dr Kamlesh D Patel, the man behind this innovative idea of transforming the leaders by positive heartful interventions.

The discussion focused on below key points:

• What are the most important issues in higher education which need immediate attention?
• What are the required changes in approach (including philosophy, contents, and delivery methods) of higher education institutions (HEIs) under the current changing scenario?
• What are the main pillars of Heartful Leadership? How can Heartful Leadership be adopted and aligned in leading HEIs?
• What should be the role of HEIs in fostering sustainability through education, research, and training?
• How can Heartful Leadership drive the desired transformation in HEIs?

The discussion was open to all and the University reported registrations from students across various institutes. It was a meaningful session that gave students an edge to improve their leadership skills.

IIHMR-U to Organise a Webinar on Value-Based Healthcare in Medical Device Industry on June 12

June 11, 2020: In contrast to traditional models in the area of healthcare, when a patient receives treatment, Value-Based Healthcare (VBHC) models consider care to be a long-term situation that rebounds on months of the first doctor's visit or years following the initial treatment delivery. This encourages providers to consider the long-term results and costs of a medical device or therapy.

Value-based medical care is now the most widely debated subject in the medical devices industry. Value-based care is a power play to avoid commodity trap. The Webinar will be thought-provoking for those aspirants who want to start thinking and want to know how they can contribute to building a value-based healthcare strategy.

To facilitate the webinar, the IIHMR University has invited Regional Product Manager-APAC at Fresenius Medical Care Asia-Pacific Sunil Choudhary to talk about the current trends in Medical industry and its future scope. Choudhary is an alumnus of Pharmaceutical Management at IIHMR University.

He has over seven years of rich experience in developing market plans and new product launches in Med-Tech Space.

The details of the webinar are below:

Date: June 12

Time: 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm 

Link: https://bit.ly/WVBHMDI

IIHMR University Organises Webinar on Impact of Covid-19 on Pharma and Upcoming Opportunities

June 8, 2020: Amid the pandemic scenario, the medical and pharma companies are the only ones taking a centre stage in the fight against novel Coronavirus. The companies in these sectors are looking at positive growth in the stock market and a new burst of innovation in the infectious disease landscape for the treatment for Covid-19. To discuss the opportunities coming ahead for Pharma, IIHMR University hosted a webinar inviting deans and professor of various programmes such as Dean and Associate professor Dr Saurabh, Assistant Dean and Associate Professor Dr Sandeep, Associate Professor Dr Ashok and Dr Arpita, and Assistant Professor Dr Rahul and Dr Abhishek. There were discussions around:

1. Effect of Covid-19 on Pharmaceutical Molecular Diagnostic Industry
2. Thinking differently in ‘new normal’ in Pharma Selling & Marketing
3. Covid-19: Impact on Pharma R&D and Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Management
4. Accelerating clinical trials for vaccine development
5. Pharmacoepidemiology measures during Covid-19
6. Emerging business trends in Pharma post-Covid-19

IIHMR to Organise Webinar on Caring for Women and Children: Post Covid Career Prospects and Professional Pathways

May 18, 2020: The sudden lockdown and total closure has introduced the economically weaker section of the society to adverse situations. Nearly 60 per cent of women worldwide are working in an unorganised industry with smaller wages and a high risk of poverty. The current lockdowns have increased household violence exponentially and left most women struggling to access services and support. In addition to the 386 million children who are still living in extreme poverty as per 2019 statistics, 40-60 million more children may experience extreme poverty due to the Covid-19 pandemic this year. Thus, all actions to the recovery and growth plans of Covid-19 need to be compatible with a healthy and equitable climate for all.

IIHMR University has invited prominent speakers who are directly dealing with these sections of the society to convey their problems. This includes:

1. Sudarshan Suchi, Secretary-General and National Director, SOS Children's Villages of India
2. Hitendra Singh, Programme Lead HRD & Social Development, Jharkhand State Livelihood Promotion Society (JSLPS)
3. Ratna Verma, Assistant Professor, School of Development Studies, IIHMR University

The topics for discussion will be:

• What are the unique issues that should be kept as guiding indicators towards the holistic development of women and children post Covid-19?
• Do we need a transformed focus on women and children and an expanded sense of compassion and care for fellow human beings?
• What are the professional skills and values to be inculcated?
• Is MBA Rural Management valuable to participate in these sectors that offer satisfying career pathways?

IIHMR to Organise Webinar on ‘Effect of Covid-19 on Indian Economy-Policy and Programmatic Implications’

May 6, 2020: Amid the uncertain situation, a sharp downturn is expected in manufacturing and service industry. Planning and preparation for a sustainable future is the need of the hour. To discuss the same, IIHMR University is inviting a panel of industry and academic experts to attend the webinar on May 9, 2020 from 5-6:30 pm. The members include:

1. Narain Sinha, Professor, University of Botswana, Renowned Economist, Asian and African regions
2. Ujwal Thakar, Founder- Three Large Retail Banks, ex-CEO, Pratham India, Board Member- Educate India, Thinker & Mentor
3. Tamal Bandyopadhyay, Consulting Editor, Business Standard, Founder-Bandhan Bank & Live Mint
4. David Bishai, Professor, Bloomberg School of Public Health, Johns Hopkins University
5. Hema Krishnamurthy, ACA- Practising Chartered Accountant, Consultant to MSMEs, Visiting Faculty - IIM Bangalore
6. P. R Sodani, Pro President, Dean IIHMR & Dean Training, IIHMR University
7. Monika Chaudhary, Faculty- Health Economics & Financing, IIHMR University, Jaipur

The discussion topics include:

• Sectoral implications of Covid–19
• Addressing the economic impact
• Addressing its impact on the social sector, concerning daily wage workers and poor and vulnerable sections of the society.
• Fiscal and monetary measures taken to handle economic crisis arising out of Covid-19 pandemics, what has been done, and what is required, the scenario of development banks.
• Brief discussion on the health bill and its impact on other health programmes
• Impact of Covid-19 on increasing income inequalities in India, with a reference to MSME sector

IIHMR Organises Webinar on Critical Role of Indian Pharmaceutical Industry in Combating COVID-19

April 18, 2020: Jaipur-based Health Management Research Institute, IIHMR University invited a panel of eminent speakers from the pharmaceutical industry across the globe. The expert panel included Dr Sudarshan Jain, Ex MD Abbott Pharma and Secretary-general of the Indian Pharmaceutical Alliance (IPA); Dr S D Gupta Chairman, IIHMR University; Dr Pankaj Gupta, President IIHMR University; Dr Gauri Chaudhary, Pharma Expert, Author of ‘the Perfect Pill’; Dinesh Agarwal, Finance Professional and Educator; Soumitra Das (Global HR Leader); Dr Saurabh Kumar, Dean SPM, IIHMR University. The topic of the webinar was ‘Indian Pharmaceutical Industry – The way Forward’.

All the experts talked about timely initiatives taken by Central and stage governments to fight against the current pandemic situation in the country. The daily production capacity of all the drugs is sufficient to meet the current demands of the nation only the production of hydroxychloroquine has been increased from 10-55 per cent.

The experts used facts to explain that India is not as hard hit as other nations of the world. Our mortality rate is 2.5 per cent whereas our recovery rate is 25 per cent. The need of the hour is to stay positive. They urged students who attended the webinar to do more projects on COVID-19 which will help in research and development.

Though the world economy may shrink in 2020, we must keep trying hard. Dead funds remaining with pharmaceutical firms need to be used for creating a strong Tech Ecosystem by opening up startups for innovations such as AI and blockchain.

The event was witnessed by 400 participants across the globe. It was an informative and interactive session. Students learned about the insights of the pharmaceutical industry and the capability of India to fight against such pandemic situations.

IIHMR Hosts Webinar to Create Awareness on COVID-19

March 23, 2020: Considering the current pandemic situation announced by World Health Organization (WHO), IIHMR University organised a webinar inviting Chairman IIHMR Dr S D Gupta, Dean-Research Dr Daya Mangal and fellow from Indian Public Association to create awareness among people about COVID-19. India has reported 415 positive cases and is currently on the second stage. Webinar witnessed active participation of over 470 people across the country. Following are the precautions that panel suggested:

• Maintain social distancing which helps to break all the channels of transmission
• Avoid unnecessary touching of nose, mouth or face
• Maintain cough etiquettes
• Keep elderly people in isolation as they are more prone to infection because of low immunity
• For the younger generation, it is important to pursue hobbies and keeping the home bright and lighted to avoid depression.

According to experts, coming six to eight weeks are crucial. If we follow the current practices of isolation, we will be able to overcome this situation.

IIHMR becomes the cleanest university of India

December 12, 2019: Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) has declared IIHMR University, Jaipur Campus as India’s most cleanest higher educational institutions in the non-residential university category.

Secretary Department of Higher Education MHRD R Subrahmanyam presented the award to President IIHMR Dr Pankaj Gupta to which he said, “It’s the continuous duty of the institute to educate students and society to keep the environment and surroundings clean and environment-friendly”.

Being part of the Swachh-Bharat Mission of Government, the third Swachhata Ranking System was conducted by the MHRD. According to the reports from UGC and AICTE, IIHMR secured this position out of total of 48 colleges and institutions that actively participated in the competition.

University Hosts Alumni Meet in Delhi

November 11, 2019: IIHMR University held its alumni conference at the Indian Habitat Center in New Delhi. The conference was attended by as many as 100 alumni. The dignitaries, including Founder & CEO, Mainchain Research and Consulting Shikha Mehra; President, IIHMR U  Dr Pankaj Gupta; and Chairman, IIHMR U  Dr S D Gupta also launched a poster on Center for Excellence & Block Chain Technology.

The meeting aimed at reconnecting with the former students and to rekindle their memories, discuss organizational innovations and appreciate their contribution to their field of work. The former students were very families who got to learn more about the exciting life at University IIHMR, and were well placed in different fields of medicine, pharmacy, hospital management, and countryside management. The room was filled by Nostalgia, where students re-connected and interacted in person, particularly in the social media age in which personal touch took a backseat against the digital world.

It is to be noted that IIHMR U will soon be launching’ Centre for Excellence & Block Chain Technology’ along with Mainchain Research and Consulting.

The Launch event of Centre for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship, CIIE

September 26, 2019: IIHMR U officially launched CIIE on September 26, 2019. The center aims at fostering innovation and entrepreneurship using a 360-degree approach to empower start ups. The launch event witnessed the presence the eminent personalities such as Chairman and Director for India of Commonwealth Infrastructure Partners (CIP) Dr Geoffrey Clements, Alumni, IIHMR & Director Apex Hospital Dr Sheenu Jhawara.

In a speech during the opening, president of IIHMR University Dr. Pankaj Gupta addressed the audience saying, "It is much easier to have the tenacity and zeal to execute an idea – even a first degree B – than to keep the idea of grade A and to have a bad execution."