Prof. Rishikesha T Krishnan
(Director, IIM Bangalore)

Mr. D. Sivanandhan, IPS
(Founder- Rotibank & Former DGP, Maharashtra State)

Dr. Ramesh Bhat
(Vice Chancellor, NMIMS)

Address by Conference Patron

I have the distinct pleasure of inviting scholars, policymakers, and practitioners to an essential discourse on the integration of sustainability within higher education. EduSustain 2024, predicated on the KASH framework (Knowledge, Attitude, Skills, and Habits), aspires to systematically embed the ethos of sustainability into the academic and cultural fabric of our institution. This holistic approach is designed to prepare our students to navigate and lead in a world defined by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity—the VUCA paradigm.

Our endeavour through EduSustain 2024 is twofold. First, to instil a comprehensive understanding of sustainability's challenges and solutions, thereby enriching our collective knowledge base. Second, to foster a resilient attitude towards these challenges, ensuring a deep-seated commitment to sustainability and ethical stewardship. Furthermore, the development of practical skills and the establishment of sustainable habits are pivotal to our mission, ensuring that the next generation of leaders can effect meaningful, enduring change.

This conference represents an unparalleled opportunity for collaboration, innovation and publications across a wide spectrum of disciplines. It draws together the intellectual and creative might of NMIMS’s diverse schools—ranging from Business Management to Technology, Engineering, Architecture, Pharmacy, Science, Branding & Advertising, Liberal Arts, and Performing Arts. Each discipline plays a crucial role in our shared mission, contributing unique perspectives and solutions to the challenge of sustainability.

I extend a heartfelt invitation to all attendees to engage actively in the first ever INDAM Special conference. EduSustain 2024 is a call to action, a catalyst for change, and a beacon of hope for a sustainable future. I look forward to the rich dialogues, innovative ideas & research, and fruitful collaborations that will emerge, as we collectively chart a course towards integrating sustainability at the core of higher education to ensure a more sustainable and just world.

Dr. Sumit Kundu
(President, INDAM)

Message from President, INDAM

The Indian Academy of Management is pleased to announce the special conference organized by the Narsee Institute of Management Studies, Mumbai, India, on integrating sustainability in higher education. The world faces many challenges, including climate change, artificial intelligence, poverty alleviation, and geopolitical tensions. Stakeholders in the higher education ecosystem must put forward new ideas for building a better environment and creating a sense of purpose to serve humanity meaningfully and compassionately. This prestigious conference is organized to provide an international platform for academicians, researchers, managers, policymakers, and students to share their research findings. I welcome you to submit papers to have an enriching dialogue and exchange of ideas on the sustainable development of organizations in the fast-changing landscape of higher education in India and worldwide.