IIM Jammu concludes leadership development programme for SAIL Young Managers

JAMMU: The Indian Institute of Management Jammu concluded the Leadership Development Programme for Young Managers of the Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), marking the culmination of an enriching learning journey focused on leadership, professional excellence, strategic thinking, and organisational effectiveness.

Shri Srimant Kumar Mallick, CGM (HR-L&D), MTI, SAIL, congratulated all 50 participants on successfully completing the three-day programme and appreciated their active participation. He emphasized that the real impact of the programme would come from taking the learning back to the workplace and applying it meaningfully. He encouraged participants to pursue relevant learning opportunities, adopt a structured approach to decision-making by identifying potential bottlenecks, and focus on continuous process improvement.

Highlighting the growing potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance productivity, he urged participants to leverage technology and emerging tools in their professional roles. Encouraging them to carry the learning forward, he remarked that he could already see “some Directors in the making” among the participants.

The participants then shared their reflections and experiences, highlighting the value of the sessions, interactive learning methodologies, and the opportunity to engage with faculty and peers at IIM Jammu. Their reflections underscored how the programme contributed to broadening their perspectives, strengthening leadership capabilities, and equipping them with insights relevant to their evolving roles within the organisation.

Prof. Prashant Mishra, Chairperson, Executive Education & Consultancy (EE&C), IIM Jammu, emphasized the importance of feedback as a key driver of organizational improvement. He highlighted that the refresher training programme offered by SAIL in collaboration with IIM Jammu provides participants with a valuable “toolbox” of knowledge and managerial insights.

Describing IIM Jammu as a library of knowledge and learning, he encouraged participants to make continued use of the Institute’s resources and engaged in discussions to explore how their learning can be applied in practical situations. He urged them to actively share their learnings with peers and continuously reflect on where and how the acquired knowledge can be applied to create meaningful organizational impact.

Dr. Lalit Pankaj, Program Director, IIM Jammu, in his address, presented the programme report and welcomed the participants to the valedictory session. He highlighted the key learning outcomes and the comprehensive nature of the programme, which comprised a diverse set of lectures, interactive sessions, and learning engagements designed to provide participants with contemporary managerial insights and practical perspectives. He emphasized that the programme offered a holistic learning experience, enabling participants to reflect on their professional roles, enhance their leadership capabilities, and gain new perspectives that could be applied in their respective organizational contexts.

The session concluded with the Vote of Thanks proposed by Dr. Prakrit Silal, Program Director, who expressed gratitude to the leadership of IIM Jammu, SAIL, faculty members, programme team, and participants for their valuable contributions towards the successful completion of the programme.The valedictory ceremony concluded with the rendition of the National Song and the National Anthem, marking the formal conclusion of the programme.

The Leadership Development Programme reflects IIM Jammu’s continued commitment to strengthening leadership capabilities and providing industry professionals with contemporary knowledge, managerial perspectives, and transformative learning experiences. Through its Executive Education & Consultancy initiatives, the Institute continues to build meaningful partnerships with leading organisations and contribute to the development of future-ready professionals and leaders.