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Accompanied by their teachers, Ms. Radhika Mahajan and Ms. Sonia Sharma from KC Public School, and Shri Vishal Sharma and Ms. Neetika Sharma from Army Public School, Miran Sahib, the students explored several key facilities across the IIM Jammu campus, including the Clock Tower, Main Reception Area, Mandapam Auditorium, Nalanda Library, RangmanchAmphitheatre, and Jalpan Kendra. They also viewed the detailed campus model showcasing the Institute's infrastructure and future expansion plans.
At the Main Reception Area, the students were introduced to the pictorial journey of IIM Jammu, offering a glimpse into the Institute's evolution and institutional milestones since its inception. An audio-visual presentation further familiarized them with the Institute's growth, academic programmes, achievements, campus ecosystem and contribution to nation-building.At the Nalanda Library, the students explored its digital resources, modern reading spaces and Bloomberg Terminals, gaining an understanding of the technology-enabled learning and research facilities available at the Institute.
A key highlight of the visit was an interactive academic counselling session with Shri Arup Bhattacharya, Chief Programme Officer, IIM Jammu, who provided valuable insights into the Institute's academic ecosystem, various management programmes, admission pathways and career opportunities. He also discussed the relevance of management education, emerging professional avenues and the skills required to succeed in today's competitive environment.
The interaction familiarised students with pathways to IIMs through CAT and JIPMAT, preparation strategies, career planning, entrepreneurship, finance, business analytics and leadership. The session also covered student life at IIM Jammu, academic experiences, clubs and committees, case-based learning and campus opportunities. An engaging question-and-answer session enabled students to seek guidance on their academic interests, higher education choices and future career aspirations.
The students were also introduced to IIM Jammu's BGA Institutional Accreditation and EFMD Programme Accreditation for its MBA, along with the Institute's ongoing journey towards AACSB Accreditation, highlighting its commitment to academic quality and international standards.
The visit provided an enriching learning experience, encouraging students to explore higher education opportunities, develop curiosity, strengthen their analytical thinking and aspire to leadership roles across diverse professional domains. The campus visit and academic counselling interaction were coordinated by the Media and Publication Advisory Committee, IIM Jammu, as part of the Institute's continued engagement with schools and its efforts to familiarize young learners with management education and higher learning opportunities.
