There was no looking back since then for this college of great fame. A journey of a million miles begins with a single step and so it did for this college. It has managed to reach the pinnacles of glory and has managed to taste success in its endeavor of making high-quality education available to all.

It has ICT-enabled classrooms, students who have a strong interest in sports are given great encouragement, and it has facilities for sports, and games. The institution also has auditoriums, an observatory and a great library. It has a great hostel facility also.

Among the undergraduate courses are BA in Visual Communication, and BSc in Computer Science/Mathematics/Statistics. BBA (Regular is also offered here), students can also opt for BBA with a specialization in Strategic Finance.

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MA in Political Science, MSc in Statistics, MSc in Counselling Psychology, and MSc in Biotechnology are among the postgraduate programs. It also offers postgraduate diploma programs in Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Cyber Security and Data Science.

Placements

Top hats from the corporate world are here for recruiting talent for their organizations. Google, Cognizant, Axis Bank, cleartrip, ABInBev, and Deloitte are among the recruiters. More than satisfactory is the word to say if one is about to speak about placements at St Joseph’s College in Bengaluru.

There are a lot of success stories, and attractive packages were offered to students of the institution. Students got a pay package of Rs 3.5 lakhs per annum in reputed companies. A couple of other students had jobs with a pay of Rs 6.5 LPA. These are just a few of the success stories, the list of students who have made it to top companies is very large.

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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