XIM University known for its transformative education and nurturing capable and responsible leaders held its Ninth Convocation for its Postgraduate and Doctoral programmes on 21st April 2023 in the state- of – art colossal Auditorium in its new campus which was very recently inaugurated by the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Odisha, Shri. Naveen Patnaik.
The institution takes pride in graduating yet another batch of students to take on the legacy of the University which continuously seeks to excel in teaching, research and building capable leaders for tomorrow.
Details of Graduating students:
The number of students receiving degrees for the doctoral and postgraduate programmes are 06 and 639 respectively. The detailed breakup of the number of students who received their degree for various programmes are as mentioned below:
| A. Doctoral Programmes | |||
|
Programme Name |
No. of Students receiving Convocation Degree |
||
| PhD | 06 | ||
| B. Postgraduate Programmes (PG) | |||
| M. Sc. In Economics | 13 | ||
| Master’s in Public Policy and Governance | 6 | ||
| MA – Mass Communication | 14 | ||
| Master’s in Business Finance | 15 | ||
| MBA – Sustainability Management | 17 | ||
| MBA – Urban Management & Governance | 07 | ||
| Master in Urban Regional Planning | 07 | ||
| MBA – Rural Management | 47 | ||
| MBA – Human Resource Management | 122 | ||
| 1 year Executive PGDM (VIL) | 19 | ||
| 1 year Executive MBA | 25 | ||
| MBA – Business Management | 347 | ||
| Grand Total (Includes A and B) | 645 | ||
On the eve of the 9th Convocation, XIM University conferred an Honorary Doctoral Degree upon Shri. Nadir B. Godrej. Among the eminent dignitaries’ present were Fr. Jerome Cutinha, S.J., Chairman, Board of Governors of XIM University, Shri. Rajive Kaul, Emeritus Chairman, Board of Governors of XIM University, Fr. Antony R. Uvari, S.J., Vice Chancellor, XIM University, Fr. S. Antony Raj S.J., Registrar, Fr. V. Arockia Das, S.J., Chief Finance Officer, XIM University, Deans of different schools and Officials of XIM University. A few of the elite Board Members were also present occasion.
Prof. Andrew Dutta, Dean, School of Human Resource Management welcomed all the students, parents, dignitaries and guests.
Fr. Antony R. Uvari, S.J, Vice Chancellor, XIM University in his report elaborated the attainments of the University in the past year. He highlighted a few notable points which included the University being accredited with “A” grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) and spoke about the accomplishments of the 13 schools within the ambit of the University and thanked each member of the XIM fraternity for their contribution and looked forward to another successful year.
Addressing the audience in his Chairman’s speech, Fr. Jerome Cutinha, S.J., felt proud of the students and congratulated them. He was happy to note that each year the number of graduating students was steadily increasing. He spoke about the importance of individual resilience and integrity as two key components of future growth and success for the young minds of today.
The Emeritus Chairman Shri Rajive Kaul addressed the audience calling the convocation a landmark event in the life of the students which would be full of opportunities along with challenges.
As the Convocation Speaker, the Chief Guest, Shri. Nadir B. Godrej spoke about how comprehensive education is the need of the hour of our nation. He stressed on the fact that “Every cloud has a silver lining” so we must never give up and strive towards our goals and passion in life.
The top rank holders across schools were felicitated with Medals for Academic Excellence by the Chief Guest. The list of rank holders is attached herewith. Finally, the event came to a successful end with the vote of thanks by Fr. S. Antony Raj, S.J., Registrar.
Quote by the Chief Guest: “What goes around, comes around, therefore we should give our best in all our dealings and circumstances in life to sail through all crisis smoothly!”
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