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IIM-Calcutta Lets MBA Students Defer Jobs to Build Startups
Solutions3h ago

IIM-Calcutta Lets MBA Students Defer Jobs to Build Startups

India's top business school just made it easier for students to chase their startup dreams without risking their safety net. IIM-Calcutta now allows MBA students to skip job placement for a year to build their companies, with a guaranteed second chance if they need it.

The Hindu2 min read
Mom's House Cleaner Becomes Family's First MBA Graduate
Community HeroesJun 1

Mom's House Cleaner Becomes Family's First MBA Graduate

Jamini overcame poverty, social rejection, and being locked inside her home to become the first MBA graduate in her family. Today, she's inspiring young transgender people across India to embrace their authentic selves.

Google: education success story2 min read
Bangalore MBA Students Get Wellness Program for Career Success
Innovation1d ago

Bangalore MBA Students Get Wellness Program for Career Success

An Indian business school is combining mental health support, meditation, and life skills training with traditional MBA coursework. Students learn stress management and relationship building alongside business fundamentals.

The Hindu2 min read
MBA Students Map 20 Years of Poverty Solutions in Canada
SolutionsMay 15

MBA Students Map 20 Years of Poverty Solutions in Canada

Two Calgary MBA students traced two decades of poverty reduction efforts in Calgary and Hamilton, uncovering powerful lessons about what actually works when communities fight poverty together. Their research shows how cross-sector collaboration and lived experience create lasting change.

Google News - Poverty Reduction3 min read
Nigerian Marketer Ditches MBA for Global Career in Malta
InnovationJan 31

Nigerian Marketer Ditches MBA for Global Career in Malta

Kennedy Adetayo walked away from his agribusiness degree to chase a dream inspired by MBA case studies about Apple and Google. Now he's living in Malta, building marketing campaigns for global fintech companies across 30 African countries.

TechCabal3 min read
ProVerb: From Kimberley Rapper to IdolsSA Icon and MBA Grad
Community HeroesMay 12

ProVerb: From Kimberley Rapper to IdolsSA Icon and MBA Grad

Tebogo "ProVerb" Thekisho left his small-town home with big dreams and turned them into a multi-decade career spanning hip-hop, broadcasting, and academia. The beloved IdolsSA host just completed his MBA and continues inspiring South Africa through music, books, and mentorship.

Daily Maverick2 min read
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Acts of KindnessMar 27

Dad Earns MBA at 52, Son Throws Him a Graduation Party

A 52-year-old father just proved it's never too late to chase your dreams, completing his MBA while balancing family responsibilities. His son celebrated the achievement with a heartfelt graduation party that's reminding everyone education has no age limit.

Google: graduation achievement2 min read
NFL's Top Pick Mendoza Surprises MBA Grads, Gets His Degree
Community HeroesMay 24

NFL's Top Pick Mendoza Surprises MBA Grads, Gets His Degree

Fernando Mendoza walked across the stage at Cal's MBA commencement to receive his undergraduate degree, drawing massive cheers from a crowd that had no idea the Las Vegas Raiders' No. 1 draft pick would be there. The quarterback juggled two degrees at two schools while leading Indiana to a national championship.

Fox News Sports2 min read
Duke MBA Students Choose AI Over Teamwork, Then Learn Better
SolutionsApr 20

Duke MBA Students Choose AI Over Teamwork, Then Learn Better

When AI tools arrived, over half of Duke MBA students ditched their teams to work solo. Their professor found a smarter way to use technology that actually strengthened collaboration.

Fast Company2 min read
IIM Mumbai Graduates First 505 MBAs in Historic Milestone
SolutionsApr 12

IIM Mumbai Graduates First 505 MBAs in Historic Milestone

India's newest business school just celebrated a major achievement as IIM Mumbai sent its first MBA class into the world. The milestone marks the beginning of an ambitious plan to build one of India's premier management institutes.

Google News - Education Milestone2 min read
MBA Student Turns Trash Into Clean Energy for Caribbean
Community HeroesMay 27

MBA Student Turns Trash Into Clean Energy for Caribbean

Alecia Asiamigbe just graduated from MIT with a renewable energy company that converts organic waste into natural gas, bringing reliable power to islands dependent on expensive imported fuel. Her venture, Resilient Grid, tackles climate change while strengthening energy security in vulnerable communities.

MIT News3 min read
MBA Grad Turns Kerala Banana Chips Into Crore Business
InnovationMar 27

MBA Grad Turns Kerala Banana Chips Into Crore Business

Manas Madhu quit his corporate job to bring authentic Kerala banana chips to India and beyond. His company Beyond Snacks now sells over Rs 1 crore worth of chips monthly across six countries.

The Better India3 min read
MBA Grad Ditches Delhi Job to Lead Bihar Village as Sarpanch
Community HeroesMar 24

MBA Grad Ditches Delhi Job to Lead Bihar Village as Sarpanch

Dolly left her corporate career in Delhi to become village council leader in rural Bihar, where she's digitizing the local court system and solving decades-old disputes in months instead of years. The two-time elected sarpanch has resolved 95% of cases while inspiring young girls to dream bigger.

The Better India2 min read
Israeli Military Program Produces 10% of Nation's Unicorns
Community HeroesApr 24

Israeli Military Program Produces 10% of Nation's Unicorns

A military training program designed after a 1973 war now produces startup founders at five times the rate of Stanford's MBA program. About 10% of Israel's billion-dollar companies trace back to this single initiative.

Google News - Israel Technology3 min read
3 Friends Help 11,500+ Prisoners Rebuild Their Lives
Community HeroesMar 15

3 Friends Help 11,500+ Prisoners Rebuild Their Lives

Three MBA graduates transformed Indian prisons from punishment centers into places of genuine second chances. Their work has helped over 11,500 inmates access education, justice, and employment after release.

The Better India3 min read
Young Igbo Men Revive Ancient Leadership Title in Nigeria
Acts of KindnessApr 15

Young Igbo Men Revive Ancient Leadership Title in Nigeria

In southeastern Nigeria, young professionals are reclaiming the sacred Ichie title, blending ancient tradition with modern life. What was once reserved for elderly village elders is now drawing MBA graduates and lawyers back to their cultural roots.

Vanguard Nigeria3 min read
Mom's Laddu Recipe Grows Into 15,000-Order Business
Acts of KindnessMay 25

Mom's Laddu Recipe Grows Into 15,000-Order Business

An MBA graduate turned her mother's traditional laddu recipes into a thriving homemade sweet brand that's delivered over 15,000 orders across India. Richa Sharma built Humble Flavours from her home kitchen without spending a rupee on marketing.

The Better India2 min read
IEEE Launches Training Suite for AI, 5G, and Leadership
SolutionsMar 27

IEEE Launches Training Suite for AI, 5G, and Leadership

Engineers can now fast-track their careers with IEEE's new Professional Development Suite, offering hands-on training in AI, 5G networks, and leadership skills. The programs help technical professionals stay competitive in rapidly evolving fields while earning industry-recognized credentials.

IEEE Spectrum2 min read
Nigerian Monarchs Launch Drive to Register Every Voter
SolutionsJan 27

Nigerian Monarchs Launch Drive to Register Every Voter

Traditional rulers across Abia State are taking civic participation into their own hands. They're launching a grassroots campaign to ensure every eligible resident gets registered for national ID and voter cards.

Punch Nigeria2 min read
Punjab Woman's Jaggery Brand Hits Rs 2 Crore Revenue
SolutionsMay 1

Punjab Woman's Jaggery Brand Hits Rs 2 Crore Revenue

A 27-year-old from Ludhiana turned frustration with buying healthy jaggery into a thriving business that now works with 22 farmers and earns millions. Navnoor Kaur's innovative approach is making it easier for families across India to ditch refined sugar.

The Better India2 min read

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