INDIAN SCHOOL OF BUSINESS (ISB), HYDERABAD

The Indian School of Business evolved from the need for a world class business school in Asia. Our founders- some of the best minds from the corporate and academic worlds- visualised the leadership needs of emerging Asian economies. They recognised that the rapidly changing business landscape would require young leaders with an understanding of evolving economies, but also with a global perspective. The ISB is committed to its role in creating such leaders through its innovative programmes, outstanding faculty and thought leadership. Our VisionOur vision is to be an internationally top-ranked*, research-driven, independent management institution that grooms future leaders for India and the world. Funded entirely by private corporations, foundations and individuals from around the world, who believe in its vision, the ISB was conceived as a not for profit organisation. With increased globalisation, the ISB sees three important trends which will influence its direction for research and education in the coming years:
Requirement for global competencies in this part of the world
Globalisation of Indian corporations
Increasing interest in management best practices in emerging markets, including India
With a diverse mix of students from different industries, experiential and holistic learning, international faculty and students, and strong corporate involvement, life at the ISB is a unique experience for students, executives, faculty, staff and their families. And life after the ISB is never the same, a fact our alumni will vouch for.
*ISB Moves Up in Global B-school rankings- Stands at 15, Financial Times


History
In 1996 an eminent group of business leaders and academicians recognised the need for a globally top-ranked and distinctive business school in Asia. They realised that the evolving business scenario would require young leaders trained in the nuances of transitional economies, yet exposed to a global perspective. The vision of the founders was to create a school that was different in many ways – with innovative academic programmes, and a world-class, yet affordable, overall value proposition. Through their collective networks, the founders inspired the very best in business and academia to see their vision and join their cause.In less than a year, the Executive Board was formed to be followed shortly by the formation of the International Academic Council. Things moved fast from then on, with academic associations with two of the worlds leading business schools - Kellogg School of Management and the Wharton School. The London Business School followed closely before the launch of the first Post Graduate Programme. The Government of Andhra Pradesh welcomed the ISB into Hyderabad, laying the foundation stone for the campus in 1999. The Post Graduate Programme was launched in 2001 with the first batch of 128 students, followed shortly by the launch of the first Executive Education programmes. In the course of the last few years, the School has set up Six Centres of Excellence, each with a particular focus on issues relevant to emerging markets. The Centres work closely with industry through conferences, seminars and workshops creating a vibrant research environment at the School.

Distinctive Programmes
The Indian School of Business has a programmed focus on managing business in fast-evolving environments, with a strong emphasis on entrepreneurship, the impact of technology on commerce, and managing the emerging markets of Asia.We offer a unique one-year full time Post Graduate Programme for candidates with work experience, a Post Doctoral Research Fellowship Programme, and Executive Programmes.The ISB works closely with its associate schools and academic area leaders to create contemporary programmes that blend Western concepts into the Asian context. The corporate-academia partnership has shaped the School in three ways: it has ensured that the content for our programmes is relevant and well-timed, that it is international in its perspectives, and is delivered at world-class standards.Recruiters, in particular, find the diversity of our PGP graduates very useful.