Aditya Birla Education Academy is India’s leading professional development institute for teachers. Aditya Birla Education Academy has been at the vanguard of supporting the teaching community by providing them with the relevant skills they need to stay abreast with new developments in the education sector and enhance their students’ learning.

‘We are extremely pleased to join hands with Aditya Birla Public Schools, as it fulfills the primary goal of Aditya Birla Education Academy to assist teachers through upskilling and training so that they are better equipped in this digital age.’

Dr. Santrup Misra, Group Human Resources at Aditya Birla Group spoke about the collaboration between Aditya Birla Education Academy and Aditya Birla Public Schools.

Academicians quickly responded to the switch to provide continuous learning to their pupils as the education sector underwent an overnight transformation this past year and a half.

The tie-up with Aditya Birla Education Academy will immensely help our educators to imbibe new
skillsets and support communities, said Dr. Santrup.

I take this opportunity to express my gratitude to Mrs. Neerja Birla and Aditya Birla Education Academy for providing us the much-needed support.

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To bridge the lacunae caused by the pandemic, educational institutions embraced virtual teaching
and training methods.

Since many educators were initially unfamiliar with the requisite digital tools and pedagogical approaches, this scenario served as an eye-opener with an increased need for upskilling and digital training among teachers.

The purpose of this collaboration is to enhance their skills and develop their core competencies in subjects such as English, Maths, Science, Social Science, Hindi for Secondary teachers and English, Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Accountancy and Economics for senior secondary teachers.

Secondary and senior secondary school educators will get an opportunity to enhance their skillsets through this capacity building programme, say sources from Aditya Birla Education Academy.

The seven month long programme structure consists of 20 hours of learning per teacher, say sources from Aditya Birla Education Academy. The educators who undergo this programme will be able to bring more engagement among students in the classroom, say sources from Aditya Birla Education Academy.

The programme will also help the educators to increase involvement with the students through collaborative teaching methods, and focus on the process of learning rather than just the final product, say sources from Aditya Birla Education Academy.

Additionally, this program will help educators move away from the concept of rote learning and bring more critical thinking in classrooms.

About Aditya Birla Education Academy

Aditya Birla Education Academy (ABEA) is India’s leading professional development institute for teachers. Aditya Birla Education Academy aims to engage educators in the new-age global processes of education and empower them to evolve into the best knowledge-givers they can be, as they nurture young minds and contribute towards shaping the future.

This study highlights how entrepreneurs driven by sustainability navigate the complexities of aligning economic objectives with broader societal and environmental goals, even under the pressure to prioritize profit alone, say sources from IIM Lucknow.

Values

The research emphasises how sustainability-oriented values in founders drive Sustainable Business Model Innovation (SBMI), say sources from IIM Lucknow.

This ripple effect fosters a larger ecosystem of sustainable businesses, redefining success to include positive contributions to environmental and social well-being alongside profitability.

Research

Prof. Krishna Chandra Balodi, Strategic Management, IIM Lucknow spoke about the research.

Our research illustrates the transformative influence of founders’ sustainability values on business models that address pressing global challenges, said Prof Krishna of IIM Lucknow.

These entrepreneurs redefine success by integrating their principles into their ventures, striking a balance between profit and meaningful environmental and social impact, he said.

Suscom

The research centers on “Suscom,” a startup renowned for its sustainable practices. By delving deeply into Suscom’s operations, the study revealed that the founders’ values permeate every facet of the business—from product innovation to strategic partnerships.

These values are rooted in a blend of influences, such as family upbringing, sustainability-focused education, and early career experiences with non-profits advocating for environmental and social causes, say sources from IIM Lucknow.

Attention

The research also brings attention to the unique challenges faced by sustainable startups, such as:

Recruiting employees with a sustainability mindset: Building a workforce aligned with the company’s goals.

Eco-friendly sourcing: Procuring sustainable raw materials.

Green logistics: Finding partners who offer environmentally friendly logistics solutions.

Collaborative partnerships: Working with like-minded stakeholders.

Innovative strategies: Developing creative, low-tech production methods that minimise energy consumption and environmental impact.

Standout findings

One of the standout findings is Suscom’s use of traditional and indigenous techniques to reduce energy consumption.

These methods not only align with global decarbonisation efforts but also present an eco-friendly alternative to high-energy industrial processes, say sources from IIM Lucknow.

Significance

As businesses worldwide face mounting pressure to address sustainability and climate change, this research underscores the significance of value-driven leadership, say sources from IIM Lucknow.

It serves as a beacon for entrepreneurs to adopt sustainable practices that not only ensure financial viability but also contribute meaningfully to societal and environmental progress, say sources from IIM Lucknow.

Personal values

By offering valuable insights into how personal values can catalyse sustainable innovation, the study reinforces the need for business leaders to think beyond profits and prioritise long-term, equitable growth.

In 2005, IIM Lucknow expanded its area of influence in the realm of management education by becoming the first IIM to set up a satellite campus exclusively for Executive Education at NOIDA in Delhi NCR region.

IIM Lucknow is accredited by AACSB and AMBA while its EQUIS Accreditation is ongoing. The institute features in the prestigious FT -100 Top Global Business schools for both the 2-year Flagship PGP program and One-year IPMX Program.

It is also consistently ranked amongst top business schools in the NIRF Rankings. IIM Lucknow was the first IIM to start a 2-year full time MBA program in Sustainable Management 10 years back. It also has a long-standing full-time MBA program in Agri Business Management.

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