Program Guide
Theme: Bridging Purpose and Performance - Business Education as a Force for Good
In a world marked by rapid transformation, global interdependence, and urgent societal challenges, business education stands at a defining crossroads. We call on leaders of the world’s top business schools to reflect, reconsider, and reaffirm the deeper mission of management education.
This year's Eduniversal World Convention aims to transcend conventional metrics of success, urging a shift from isolated performance indicators to a holistic vision - one in which purpose and performance are not opposing goals but mutually reinforcing pillars. It invites the global academic community to champion models of leadership that are not only effective but ethical, not only competitive but compassionate.
At the heart of this dialogue is a powerful proposition: that business schools can and must be architects of a better future. By embedding purpose into pedagogy, research, and institutional culture, they can cultivate leaders equipped not only to excel in complex markets but to shape a more equitable, sustainable, and humane world.
This year's event will also echo our shared commitment to fostering integrity in how we define and measure excellence - calling for ranking systems that value long-term impact, inclusivity, and societal contribution as much as academic and economic performance. As deans and directors from 153 countries gather under one roof, we take this opportunity to explore how business education can evolve as a global force for good, where purpose drives performance, and performance reflects purpose.
07:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Networking Breakfast and Registration
Marriott Hotel
09:00 AM - 09:45 AM
Departure to IIM Indore
Marriott Hotel
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Welcome to the 18th Eduniversal World Convention
Indoor: IIM Indore Auditorium
10:30 AM - 10: 50 AM
Keynote:
Indoor: IIM Indore Auditorium
10:50 AM - 11:35 AM
Panel Discussion: 1
Crafting Social Impact
Business schools are uniquely positioned to shape leaders who drive meaningful change beyond the bottom line. This panel will explore how institutions can embed social impact into their DNA, through curriculum design, research priorities, partnerships, and community engagement.
We will share actionable insights on integrating purpose-driven strategies within business education, examining questions such as:
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How do we measure true social impact in academic institutions?
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What role can business schools play in addressing inequality, sustainability, and inclusion?
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How can we move from intent to implementation in building socially responsive ecosystems?
Crafting Social Impact
Business schools are uniquely positioned to shape leaders who drive meaningful change beyond the bottom line. This panel will explore how institutions can embed social impact into their DNA, through curriculum design, research priorities, partnerships, and community engagement.
We will share actionable insights on integrating purpose-driven strategies within business education, examining questions such as:
- How do we measure true social impact in academic institutions?
- What role can business schools play in addressing inequality, sustainability, and inclusion?
- How can we move from intent to implementation in building socially responsive ecosystems?
Indoor: IIM Indore Auditorium
11:35 AM - 11:50 AM
Group Picture
Outdoor: IIM Indore Amphitheatre
11:50 AM - 01:30 PM
Campus Tour with Tree Plantation
Outdoor: IIM Indore
01:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Networking Lunch
Outdoor: IIM Indore Events Court
02:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Panel Discussion: 2
Experiential Learning Models
Business education is being reshaped by the urgent need to bridge academic knowledge with real-world relevance. As AI, automation, and global volatility redefine the workplace, experiential learning has become more than a pedagogical trend, it is a strategic imperative. By immersing students in live projects, social enterprises, startup ecosystems, and international collaborations, schools are cultivating the kind of leaders the world urgently needs: agile, ethical, and impact-driven.
This panel will explore how experiential learning models can be designed to align performance with purpose, by asking:
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How can experiential learning cultivate socially responsible leadership?
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What innovations are redefining fieldwork, internships, and immersive programs in 2025?
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How can schools ensure inclusivity and access in these high-impact learning experiences?
Experiential Learning Models
Business education is being reshaped by the urgent need to bridge academic knowledge with real-world relevance. As AI, automation, and global volatility redefine the workplace, experiential learning has become more than a pedagogical trend, it is a strategic imperative. By immersing students in live projects, social enterprises, startup ecosystems, and international collaborations, schools are cultivating the kind of leaders the world urgently needs: agile, ethical, and impact-driven.
This panel will explore how experiential learning models can be designed to align performance with purpose, by asking:
- How can experiential learning cultivate socially responsible leadership?
- What innovations are redefining fieldwork, internships, and immersive programs in 2025?
- How can schools ensure inclusivity and access in these high-impact learning experiences?
Indoor: IIM Indore Auditorium
03:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Best Practice Case 1:
Engagement Program and Himalayan Outbound Program
Engagement Program and Himalayan Outbound Program
Indoor: D Block Classroom (Ground Floor)
03:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Best Practice Case 2 (a) :
The Art of Mithila: Culture, Symbolism
The Art of Mithila: Culture, Symbolism
Indoor: E Block Classroom (Ground Floor)
03:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Best Practice Case 2 (b):
Yoga for Mindful Living
Yoga for Mindful Living
05:00 PM - 05:15 PM
Networking Tea Break
05:15 AM - 05:30AM
Keynote:
Educating Leaders with Conscience: The New Imperative for Business Schools
Nowdays, the call for business schools is clear: it’s no longer enough to produce high-performing professionals, we must cultivate principled, purpose-driven leaders. This keynote explores how business education must evolve to embed conscience into the core of leadership development, shaping graduates who lead with integrity, empathy, and global responsibility.
Educating Leaders with Conscience: The New Imperative for Business Schools
Nowdays, the call for business schools is clear: it’s no longer enough to produce high-performing professionals, we must cultivate principled, purpose-driven leaders. This keynote explores how business education must evolve to embed conscience into the core of leadership development, shaping graduates who lead with integrity, empathy, and global responsibility.
Indoor: IIM Indore Auditorium
05:30 PM - 06:15 PM
Departure to Hotels
Outdoor: IIM Indore
07:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Departure to Cultural Night & Eduniversal Palmes of Excellence Ceremony
Marriott Hotel
07:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cultural Night & Eduniversal Palmes of Excellence Ceremony
Marriott Lawns
22:00
Departure to Hotels
08:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Networking Breakfast
Marriott Hotel
09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Departure to IIM Indore Campus
Marriott Hotel
10:00 AM - 10:05 AM
Introduction of the day
Indoor: IIM Indore Auditorium
10:05 AM - 10:20 AM
Keynote:
Leading in an Age of Uncertainty: Business Schools and the Global Trust Deficit
Leading in an Age of Uncertainty: Business Schools and the Global Trust Deficit
Indoor: IIM Indore Auditorium
10:20 AM - 11:05 AM
Panel Discussion: 3
Navigating Geopolitical Uncertainties
Business schools are increasingly challenged to prepare leaders who can operate effectively across borders, cultures, and shifting power dynamics. This panel explores how institutions are responding to geopolitical uncertainty, from designing resilient international partnerships to equipping students with the skills needed to lead in a fragmented, unpredictable world.
Navigating Geopolitical Uncertainties
Business schools are increasingly challenged to prepare leaders who can operate effectively across borders, cultures, and shifting power dynamics. This panel explores how institutions are responding to geopolitical uncertainty, from designing resilient international partnerships to equipping students with the skills needed to lead in a fragmented, unpredictable world.
Indoor: IIM Indore Auditorium
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM
Showcase discussion:1
Building Resilient International Partnerships in Times of Geopolitical Flux
How institutions are adapting their international collaborations, dual-degree programs, and mobility strategies in response to rising global tensions, visa issues, and shifting alliances.
Building Resilient International Partnerships in Times of Geopolitical Flux
11:05 AM - 11:35 AM
Showcase discussion:2
Educating Global Leaders in a Fragmented World: Curriculum and Classroom Strategies
How schools are updating curricula, simulations, and teaching methods to prepare students to lead amid geopolitical instability, misinformation, and cultural polarization.
Educating Global Leaders in a Fragmented World: Curriculum and Classroom Strategies
How schools are updating curricula, simulations, and teaching methods to prepare students to lead amid geopolitical instability, misinformation, and cultural polarization.
11:35 AM - 11:50 AM
Networking Tea Break
11:50 AM - 12:35 PM
Panel Discussion: 4
Building Internationalization Strategies
Internationalization is no longer just about mobility programs - it is about relevance, resilience, and responsibility. But what does it truly mean to “go global” in 2025 and beyond?
How can business schools design international strategies that are both agile and values-driven?
What models of partnership, mobility, and global engagement are proving effective amid global uncertainty?
How can we ensure that internationalization efforts reflect both performance and purpose?
From inclusive global classrooms and multi-campus ecosystems to equitable partnerships and cross-border innovation, this session will highlight strategies that elevate business education’s global role - while staying grounded in local impact.
Building Internationalization Strategies
Internationalization is no longer just about mobility programs - it is about relevance, resilience, and responsibility. But what does it truly mean to “go global” in 2025 and beyond?
How can business schools design international strategies that are both agile and values-driven?
What models of partnership, mobility, and global engagement are proving effective amid global uncertainty?
How can we ensure that internationalization efforts reflect both performance and purpose?
From inclusive global classrooms and multi-campus ecosystems to equitable partnerships and cross-border innovation, this session will highlight strategies that elevate business education’s global role - while staying grounded in local impact.
Indoor: IIM Indore Auditorium
12:35 PM - 01:05 PM
Showcase discussion:1
Resilient and Agile Internationalization Models: Adapting to a Multipolar World
As the global landscape shifts from a unipolar, highly globalized order to a fragmented and multipolar reality, business schools must rethink their internationalization strategies. With new alliances, regional blocs, and evolving geopolitical risks, agility has become a defining feature of successful global engagement.
This session will showcase institutional models that balance strategic vision with operational flexibility, enabling schools to respond quickly to regulatory disruptions, mobility challenges, and changing global dynamics.
Discussion Prompts:
How can institutions build agility into long-term international strategies?
Which regions, networks, or partnership models offer the most strategic promise in today’s world?
How do you evaluate risk and opportunity in a volatile global education environment?
Resilient and Agile Internationalization Models: Adapting to a Multipolar World
As the global landscape shifts from a unipolar, highly globalized order to a fragmented and multipolar reality, business schools must rethink their internationalization strategies. With new alliances, regional blocs, and evolving geopolitical risks, agility has become a defining feature of successful global engagement.
This session will showcase institutional models that balance strategic vision with operational flexibility, enabling schools to respond quickly to regulatory disruptions, mobility challenges, and changing global dynamics.
Discussion Prompts: How can institutions build agility into long-term international strategies? Which regions, networks, or partnership models offer the most strategic promise in today’s world? How do you evaluate risk and opportunity in a volatile global education environment?
12:35 PM - 01:05 PM
Showcase discussion:2
Purpose-Driven Internationalization: Aligning Global Strategy with Institutional Mission
This session highlights how business schools can embed purpose into their global strategies, using internationalization not just to expand reach, but to deepen relevance and responsibility.
Showcase Examples May Include:
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Collaborative programs addressing climate change, social justice, or economic inclusion;
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Integration of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into international curricula and research initiatives
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Global alumni networks mobilized for local impact and community engagement
Discussion Prompts:
- How do we align international partnerships with our institutional mission and values?
- What models ensure global strategies serve both performance and purpose?
- How can we move from transactional partnerships to transformational collaborations?
Purpose-Driven Internationalization: Aligning Global Strategy with Institutional Mission
This session highlights how business schools can embed purpose into their global strategies, using internationalization not just to expand reach, but to deepen relevance and responsibility.
Showcase Examples May Include:
- Collaborative programs addressing climate change, social justice, or economic inclusion;
- Integration of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into international curricula and research initiatives
- Global alumni networks mobilized for local impact and community engagement
Discussion Prompts:
- How do we align international partnerships with our institutional mission and values?
- What models ensure global strategies serve both performance and purpose?
- How can we move from transactional partnerships to transformational collaborations?
01:05 PM - 02:05 PM
Networking Lunch
Outdoor: Events Court
02:05 PM - 02:25 PM
Keynote:
Global Communities, Lifelong Connections
Business schools have an unprecedented opportunity and responsibility, to foster lifelong, borderless communities of learning and impact. This keynote explores how institutions can move beyond the transactional view of alumni relations and embrace a more integrated, global approach to engagement.
What does it mean to build a living, evolving alumni network that reflects your school’s mission and global footprint? How can alumni be positioned not only as supporters, but as co-creators of institutional value, regional influence, and social good?
Global Communities, Lifelong Connections
Business schools have an unprecedented opportunity and responsibility, to foster lifelong, borderless communities of learning and impact. This keynote explores how institutions can move beyond the transactional view of alumni relations and embrace a more integrated, global approach to engagement.
What does it mean to build a living, evolving alumni network that reflects your school’s mission and global footprint? How can alumni be positioned not only as supporters, but as co-creators of institutional value, regional influence, and social good?
Indoor: IIM Indore Auditorium
02:25 PM - 03:10 PM
Panel Discussion: 5
Leveraging Alumni Networks
Alumni networks are among the most underutilized assets in business education. Far beyond fundraising or brand promotion, alumni can play a critical role in shaping curriculum, mentoring students, expanding international influence, and driving social impact.
Discussion Points May Include:
- How to design alumni networks as learning and innovation ecosystems?
- Models for engaging alumni in global social impact and entrepreneurship.
- Leveraging alumni to support internationalization, mentorship, and lifelong learning.
Leveraging Alumni Networks
Alumni networks are among the most underutilized assets in business education. Far beyond fundraising or brand promotion, alumni can play a critical role in shaping curriculum, mentoring students, expanding international influence, and driving social impact.
Discussion Points May Include:
- How to design alumni networks as learning and innovation ecosystems?
- Models for engaging alumni in global social impact and entrepreneurship.
- Leveraging alumni to support internationalization, mentorship, and lifelong learning.
Indoor: IIM Indore Auditorium
03:10 PM - 03:40 PM
Showcase discussion:1
Lifelong Learning Networks: Alumni as Co-Learners and Knowledge Partners
The value of a business degree doesn’t end at graduation. Schools that treat alumni as lifelong learners are building dynamic ecosystems where knowledge flows in both directions, rom institution to alumni, and alumni back to students and faculty.
Showcase examples might include:
- Microcredential programs or alumni-exclusive executive education;
- Alumni as guest lecturers, co-researchers, or innovation challenge mentors;
- Digital platforms for alumni-led knowledge exchange or thought leadership;
Lifelong Learning Networks: Alumni as Co-Learners and Knowledge Partners
The value of a business degree doesn’t end at graduation. Schools that treat alumni as lifelong learners are building dynamic ecosystems where knowledge flows in both directions, rom institution to alumni, and alumni back to students and faculty.
Showcase examples might include:
- Microcredential programs or alumni-exclusive executive education;
- Alumni as guest lecturers, co-researchers, or innovation challenge mentors;
- Digital platforms for alumni-led knowledge exchange or thought leadership;
03:10 PM - 03:40 PM
Showcase discussion:2
Designing Alumni Engagement for the Digital Era: Platforms, Data, and Personalization
Traditional alumni outreach is being replaced by digital-first, data-driven engagement strategies. From AI-driven content personalization to real-time networking tools, schools are redefining how they connect with alumni across regions and career stages.
Showcase examples might include:
- Personalized alumni communications powered by data analytics;
- Digital community-building tools for regional or thematic alumni groups;
- Interactive alumni portals or mobile apps with value-added services;
- What tech platforms or strategies have helped you strengthen alumni ties?
Designing Alumni Engagement for the Digital Era: Platforms, Data, and Personalization
Traditional alumni outreach is being replaced by digital-first, data-driven engagement strategies. From AI-driven content personalization to real-time networking tools, schools are redefining how they connect with alumni across regions and career stages.
Showcase examples might include:
- Personalized alumni communications powered by data analytics;
- Digital community-building tools for regional or thematic alumni groups;
- Interactive alumni portals or mobile apps with value-added services;
- What tech platforms or strategies have helped you strengthen alumni ties?
04:00 PM - 04:15 PM
Networking Tea Break
04:15 PM - 05:15 PM
Departure to Marriott Hotel
IIM Indore
07:00 PM - 07:30 PM
Departure to Eduniversal Awards Ceremony & Gala Dinner
07:30 PM - 10:30 PM
Eduniversal Awards Ceremony and Gala Dinner
Marriott Lawns
22:30
Departure to the Hotel
Marriott Hotel
08:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Networking Breakfast
Marriott Hotel
09:15 AM - 10:15 AM
Departure to Industry Visit
Marriott Hotel
10:15 AM - 12:30 PM
Industry Visit
12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Departure to 56 Shops
Indore City
01:30 PM - 03:00 PM
Networking Lunch
Outdoor: 56 Shops
03:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Departure to Indian Institute of Technology IT Indore
03:45 PM - 03:55 PM
Welcome to Indian Institute of Technology IT Indore
Indian Institute of Technology Indore
03:55 PM - 04:10 PM
Keynote:
Indian Institute of Technology Indore
04:10 PM - 04:55 PM
Panel Discussion: 6
Business - Technology Synergies: Building Innovation - Driven Education Ecosystems
"This session highlights how business schools and technology institutes can collaborate to foster entrepreneurship, interdisciplinary education, and real-world problem-solving. It leverages IIT Indore’s strengths and brings together both tech and management voices.
Discussion topics may include:
- Creating joint programs and labs across business and engineering disciplines;
- Fostering innovation through startup incubation and alumni ventures;
- How academia can drive industry-relevant innovation and impact in emerging economies;
Potential speakers:
- Deans from business and engineering schools
- Entrepreneurs from IIT/startup networks
- Innovation officers or faculty leading interdisciplinary initiatives"
Business - Technology Synergies: Building Innovation - Driven Education Ecosystems
"This session highlights how business schools and technology institutes can collaborate to foster entrepreneurship, interdisciplinary education, and real-world problem-solving. It leverages IIT Indore’s strengths and brings together both tech and management voices.
Discussion topics may include:
- Creating joint programs and labs across business and engineering disciplines;
- Fostering innovation through startup incubation and alumni ventures;
- How academia can drive industry-relevant innovation and impact in emerging economies;
Potential speakers:
- Deans from business and engineering schools
- Entrepreneurs from IIT/startup networks
- Innovation officers or faculty leading interdisciplinary initiatives"
Indian Institute of Technology Indore
4:55 PM - 5:55 PM
Campus Visit
Indian Institute of Technology Indore
5:55 PM
Departure to Hotels
Indian Institute of Technology Indore
07.00 PM
Departure to Sheraton Grand Palace Indore
Marriott Hotel
07.30 PM
Networking Dinner - EWC 2025 Closing remarks
Sheraton Grand Palace Indore
08:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Networking Breakfast
Marriott Hotel
09:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Departure to Cultural Trip
Marriott Hotel
11:30 AM - 01:30 PM
Visit Maheshwar
01:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Maheshwar: (MP Tourism Hotels & Resorts)
02:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Cultural Event at Maheshwar
04:30 PM - 7:00 PM