Centers of Excellence

Centre for Research and Public Policy (CRPP)

The Centre for Research and Public Policy (CRPP) is dedicated to conducting research that contributes to high quality scholarship, better policies, and a more robust public discourse about the issues that impact life in India.

CRPP brings together India’s best thinkers and policy practitioners who are at the forefront of both research and engagement in the policy space, drawing from various disciplines and professional backgrounds. CRPP conducts advanced and in-depth research on a wide range of policy-relevant issues, with a focus on India’s 21st-century challenges. Through its research and policymaking engagements, CRPP works closely with policymakers in its aim to place India firmly on the path of building a twenty-first century policy ecosystem. The Centre nurtures and supports scholarly excellence.

VISION & MISSION

CRPP aims to be a thought leader which is able to design and execute practical strategies that lead to changes in public policy and governance. The Centre is dedicated to the principles of liberal thought, democracy, rule of law and economic freedom with a focus on equity, efficiency and effectiveness.

CRPP’s mission is to conduct and promote high-quality evidence-based research and training; provide government bodies, private organisations and academic institutions with practical and innovative recommendations; and influence decision-making.

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

1. Undertake and promote research and attract students of the highest caliber to the Law’s programs and provide opportunities for their involvement in law research projects.

2. To provide advice and training to various Institutes on the research methodology and policy drafting, helping the institutes to develop and promote innovative curriculum, teaching methods and teaching materials in this field.

3. To host seminars and conferences to disseminate the results of research undertaken under the auspices of the Centre or in other programs associated with the Centre.

4. To develop and promote links with academics in universities in India and in other countries.

5. To establish and promote links with similar bodies, internationally and nationally, and provide a focal point in India for scholars.

Promote close links with peak organizations & members of the legal profession.

CENTRE HEAD

Dr. Ayushi Aggarwal, Faculty, IILM Law School, IILM University, Gurugram

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

The Centre works under the supervision of –

Prof. Ranbir Singh, Pro Chancellor IILM University, Gurugram
Prof. Sujata Shahi, Vice-Chancellor IILM University, Gurugram
Prof. Komal, Dean PG(Law), IILM University, Gurugram
Prof. Manisha Joshi, Dean SOM, IILM University, Gurugram
Prof. Namita Dixit, Faculty, SOM, IILM University, Gurugram
Prof. Nandita Khurana, Adjunct Faculty, IILM University, Gurugram

IILM University, Gurugram in collaboration with NLIU Bhopal is organizing 2nd National Seminar on Emerging Trends in International Law in offline mode on December 1 & 2, 2023. The National Seminar aims to examine and analyse the emerging issues in the international arena of today’s times. It is relevant to discuss the challenges extensively on the issues relating to international law and find pragmatic and lasting solutions to overcome those challenges.

The Organizing Committee welcomes original papers, relating to, but not limited to the following themes:

Public International Law
Human Rights in Contemporary Times.
Economic Development & International Legal System
International Law & Corporate Governance
International Arbitration Law
International Protection to Intellectual Property Rights
Cyber Security and Cyber Warfare
International Law & Grounds of Development of AI
Health and International Law
Climate Change and Environmental Law
International Law of the Sea
Air and Space Law
War Crimes and International Humanitarian Law
International Criminal Law
Migration and Refugee Law
UN & Sustainable Development Goals

Registration link: https://forms.gle/G2iaHtnBj7u5L8zW9

IILM Law School is organizing a Constitutional Law Blog Writing Competition on the occasion of Constitution Day to commemorate a significant event in the country’s history. On this day in 1949, the Constituent Assembly of India adopted the Constitution of India, which came into effect on January 26, 1950, marking the birth of the Republic of India. November 26th was chosen as Constitution Day to honour the contributions of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Indian Constitution. Participants can express their thoughts through their writings to create a meaningful and informative celebration of Constitution Day while engaging with the Constitution’s principles and ideals. The Centre for Research and Public Policy invites blog posts from legal practitioners, academics, research fellows, undergraduate and postgraduate students etc. for the blog entries for the competition on Indian Constitutional law in the following areas:

Digital Rights and Constitution.
Gender Equality under Indian Constitution
Judicial Governance and Judicial Activism

The entries are invited all through the third week of November until November 24, 2023, 11:59 p.m. IST. Please mail all your submissions to crpp@iilm.edu with the subject Blog Submission: “Title”, only in a Microsoft Office Word-compatible format (.doc or .docx), PDFs will not be accepted.

The objective of the event is to sensitize the youth about the mental health and preventive measures and promote safe environment/ best practices on mental illness among students. It was a resounding success where around fifty-five (55) students from different disciplines demonstrated the immense creative potential that lies within them through their artistic expressions. Participants shed light on the challenges overcome by the youth in today’s times and highlighted the need for the protection and awareness of the mental health. The University appreciates the efforts of all participants and expresses sincere gratitude for their overwhelming response, interest, enthusiasm, and keenness to take part.

Following is the list of winners for the competition.

Winner – Udisha (MBA)

First Runner Up – Aradhana Ojha (BA LLB)

Second Runner Up – Tie between Aditi Maheshwari, Sourabh Nainakwal and Shivam Chaurasia, Shivani Gupta (MBA)

Following is the list of winners for the competition.

Winner – Udisha (MBA)

First Runner Up – Aradhana Ojha (BA LLB)

Second Runner Up – Tie between Aditi Maheshwari, Sourabh Nainakwal and Shivam Chaurasia, Shivani Gupta (MBA)

IILM CEI focus is on spreading positivity, happiness and preventing mental health issues/problem in the society. This center is unique in its approach and application of Emotional Intelligence (EI) to all age groups for healthy and happy life. Scientific evidence indicates that emotions drive and fuel the life with positive energy, enthusiasm and well-being effecting emotions drive learning, decision-making, creativity, relationships, and health. EI is a critical skill to understand and manage self and others to ensure higher performance at the workplace.

Who we are

Today we are living in a dynamic and complex environment. In this situation of increased complexity and change, there has been a re-examination of the factors contributing to personal and professional effectiveness. Increasingly, the older notion of intelligence and technical competence being the sole predictors of effectiveness is being contested. Some interesting new ideas in this regard are the concepts of Multiple Intelligence put forth by Howard Gardner and Emotional Intelligence popularized by Daniel Goldman. These broader forms of intelligence have been found to be useful in multitude of situations, including jobs. Emotional Intelligence relates to – sensitivity to and management of self-in relationships. Empirical evidence has suggested that Emotional Intelligence (EI) competencies are at the heart of effective personal and workplace relationships and performance. Given this interest in emotional intelligence and the wide spread recognition of its salience in enhancing success and wellbeing, IILM centre for Emotional Intelligence has been established to support and develop emotional competencies amongst all generations.

What we do

The Centre for Emotional Intelligence conducts research and supports people of all ages to develop emotional competencies. Through personal coaching and training lead to improvements in emotional skills, personal effectiveness, and well-being in organizations, academia and schools. Finally the Centre will use the power of emotions to create a healthier, productive, and sustainable society, today and for future generations.

We offer EI Assessment, workshops, coaching for the following:

Enhancing relationships at schools – Working with Counsellors, Teachers & Parents
Fostering Healthy Workplace Engagement with EI – MNCs and PSUs
Creating a space for nurturing the youth – Working with College faculty

Vision

To Create Healthy and Compassionate Society by Using the Power of Emotions

Mission

Educate and train people to develop and apply their emotional intelligence for happy, successful, enriching and fulfilling life. To disseminate the scientific knowledge of E.I for well-being, trusting and sustainability of our society.

Objectives

To simplify and translate leading edge science into practical, applicable skills for improving the quality of life.
To help regulate emotions in everyday life for positive outcome.
To learn how to use emotions intelligently for positive change and positive outcomes in life.
To learn E.I as critical skills for peak performance and prevention of mental health issues/problem
To conduct pre and post EI assessment for need based training.
Develop evidence based intervention program
To provide one to one coaching/ counselling help to enhance Emotional competence

Core Functions

E.I and Behavioural skills training in School, College, Corporate, Government, Public, Private Sector, Sports Organization, Police and Paramilitary Force.
Assessment and develop a intervention based on Individualized Action Plan (IAP).
Research and Consultancy Academics (Professional online courses)
Collaboration with centres/institutions/universities for spread scientific EI information to society at large

Outcome

We Create Emotionally Intelligent Families/Schools/Colleges/Workplace
Emotions matter to mind behaviour for happy life

Past Events

The Department of Psychology organized a visit to The Earth Savior’s Foundation, Bandhwari Village on 22nd March 2024 to provide the students with an opportunity to understand the importance of social responsibility and to witness the commendable work being done by non-profit organizations in our community. The Earth Saviors Foundation is a Non-Governmental Organization dedicated to serving humanity and preserving the environment, founded by Ravi Kalra in 2008. The foundation focuses on various social causes including rescuing and rehabilitating destitute individuals, providing medical aid to the underprivileged, and promoting environmental sustainability.

Upon arrival, the students were warmly welcomed by the staff members of the Earth Saviors Foundation. An introductory session provided insights into the foundation’s mission, vision, and ongoing projects at the NGO. Students were given a guided tour of the facilities, including the shelter homes and the medical center. They witnessed the firsthand living conditions of the residents and learned about the challenges faced by marginalized communities.

An expert lecture on ‘Emotional Safety’ was organized by the Department of Psychology, IILM School of Liberal Art & Social Sciences for BA second semester students by Ms. Amarpreet Kaur Bakshi, Founder & Psychologist at the Counselling Room & Consultant Psychologist, Sahota Super Specialty Hospital, Kashipur. The lecture was thoughtfully crafted to provide comprehensive insights into the concept of emotional safety and its profound implications within various interpersonal and professional contexts

Beginning with an engaging introduction, Ms. Amarpreet elucidated the significance of emotional safety in fostering healthy familial relationships, promoting well-being, and enhancing overall psychological resilience. Drawing upon a diverse range of theoretical frameworks and empirical research findings, the lecture delved into the intricate dynamics of emotional safety, encompassing aspects such as trust, empathy, communication, and boundary-setting.

Utilizing real-life examples and interactive exercises, the expert adeptly facilitated a stimulating learning environment, encouraging active participation and critical reflection among the students. Through insightful discussions and case studies, students gained a nuanced understanding of the multifaceted nature of emotional safety and its pivotal role in shaping individual behavior and interpersonal dynamics. By exploring practical strategies for cultivating emotional safety both personally and professionally, students were equipped with valuable insights and tools to navigate complex social environments with confidence and resilience.

Overall, Ms. Amarpreet’s expert lecture on “Emotional Safety” proved to be an enriching and enlightening experience for the second-semester psychology students of IILM University, empowering them with a deeper understanding of this fundamental aspect of human experience and its profound implications for collective well-being.

To make people aware of the importance of sleep and the Sleep Awareness Week (10th – 16th March, 24), a group of students pursuing the Masters of Psychology conducted a Sleep Awareness Workshop, titled “Chain se sonahai to jaagjao”. The workshop was conducted on 05th March, 2024. A teaser video of the workshop was released two days prior. The video invited the students and faculty members, showing the workshop as a breaking news. The workshop started with a brief introduction of The Sleep Awareness Week and a meditation session conducted by Nitisha Subba to help participants relieve stress and be able to enjoy the same. After meditation, Ankita Chatterjee introduced sleep and its importance from a psychological point of view. To make it more interactive and friendly, the workshop was then followed by a “Mood Board” activity by Elisha Nongrum.

Divided the class in groups of 4-5 people who together created their own vision boards using pictures to express their ideas of the bedrooms and comfort. Nara Shivani explained the science behind sleep including topics like anatomy of sleep and sleep hygiene. The class was also asked to attempt the Sleep Quality Scale (SQS) a day before the workshop. The results of the tests were calculated the same day. Post Nara’s presentation, Breetika Gope Chowdhury discussed the results and statistics of the test attempted by the students, and how they should work on their sleep schedules. After this, a dance activity was conducted by Chetna Walecha to make everyone understand ‘how our body gets tired after physical activities and automatically move towards better sleep’. The workshop was concluded by a small gift for each participant. The gift included a bookmark that said ‘promise yourself better sleep’, along with a few tips to improve sleep cycle. It also included an Organic’s Honey and Ginger Chamomile tea bag that helps in getting better sleep. In conclusion, it was a successful workshop as it was not just informative but also quite interactive. The workshop highlighted the importance of good sleep hygiene.

In recognition of Stress Awareness Month, the Department of Psychology, IILM University, Gurugram organized a special event titled “Gratitude Creations Showcase” for the students of MA psychology on 19th April as a part of the course module-Psychological Well-being Dr Aanchal Chaudhary, Assistant Professor, Department Of Psychology.

This event aimed to promote mental well-being among students by fostering gratitude, positive expression, and community engagement. Through various activities such as poetry recitations, sharing gratitude journals, crafting, and interactive games like gratitude scavenger hunt and bingo, students were encouraged to reflect on and express gratitude as a means to alleviate stress and promote resilience. The primary objective of the Gratitude Creations Showcase was to provide students with a platform to explore and express gratitude creatively, thereby enhancing their mental health and well-being. Additionally, the event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of gratitude practices in mitigating stress and fostering a positive outlook on life.

The event commenced with students presenting original or curated poems centered around the theme of gratitude. Through their poetic expressions, the students conveyed heartfelt emotions and reflections on moments of gratitude in their lives. Following the poetry session, students had the opportunity to share excerpts from their gratitude journals which they were asked to maintain from the start of the semester. This segment allowed individuals to reflect on and articulate their appreciation for the simple joys, blessings, and positive experiences they encountered daily.A hands-on craft activity was organized, wherein participants created gratitude-themed artworks. Students created colorful stars, which served as visual reminders of the things they were grateful for, encouraging them to focus on the positive aspects of their lives. The interactive gratitude scavenger hunt added an element of excitement and collaboration to the event. Students embarked on a quest to discover and document instances of gratitude in their surroundings, fostering mindfulness and appreciation for the present moment.

The Gratitude Creations Showcase served as a meaningful and enriching endeavor to promote mental well-being during Stress Awareness Month. By providing students with a platform to explore and express gratitude creatively, the event contributed to fostering a positive and resilient campus community. Moving forward, continued efforts to integrate gratitude practices into daily life can further enhance the overall well-being of individuals within the institution.

The Department of Psychology, Social of Social Science and Liber Arts organized a session in collaboration with India Diversity Forum – College Connect. There were facilitators from IDF, Ms. Nidhi Popli & her team and Industry expert Ms. Neha Aggarwal from Hitachi. The event was organized on 1 December 2023 at IILM University for the students of Psychology and BBA. The intent was to talk about diversity, inclusion and equity that are prime focus of IDF and are essential aspects that are taken into account by national & multinational organizations. The session was attended by around 50 BA and MA students of Psychology, BBA and Faculty members.

This workshop aims to equip faculty members with essential skills to identify and assist students dealing with grief, panic attacks, and suicidal thoughts. We aim to foster a supportive environment that prioritizes student well-being and academic success. The workshop as discussed in the aim focused on providing awareness and skills for professors and administrative members of the university to assist a student going through mental health problems. The flow of the workshop was as following –

Emotional Expression Activity: The workshop began with an interactive activity that demonstrated how individuals express emotions differently, setting the stage for understanding the uniqueness of mental health experiences.
Educational Sessions: Participants engaged in informative sessions covering the recognition and appropriate response to mental health emergencies. Real-life case studies and interactive discussions enhanced the learning experience.
Self-Care Emphasis: The workshop concluded with a focus on self-care, highlighting the importance of maintaining one’s own well-being to effectively support others in distress.

The Department of Psychology, Social of Social Science and Liber Arts organized a session on Suicide Prevention “You Matter”, in collaboration with Rajbala Foundation on 14 September 2023 at IILM University for the students of Psychology. The intent was to talk about the sensitive issue and enable the students, the upcoming psychologist to learn the skills needed to be able to manage such situations and concerns. The session was attended by BA and MA students of Psychology and Faculty members. The resource person for the session was Mr. Satish Kaushik, Founder Rajbala Foundation. He is a Happiness Coach and works in the field of mental health and well-being. The motive is to spread awareness and reach out to people in need to mental health support and break the myths associated with Mental Health.

This was a simple and great way to understand ourselves through colours, decode our emotions and reflect on our inner self to develop a strong relationship with self and others, enhance our concentration. The session was conducted by Dr. Megha Kochhar, Industrial Psychologist & Art Therapist. Students opened up to their suppressed feelings of self which made the workshop a success. Happy Leaning gave a sense of direction to our students.

Many of the students find dissertations in the last year to be scary. You might even feel stuck and uncertain at this time but there is no need to worry now that the Department of Psychology at IILM University, Gurugram organized an interactive workshop on Research process and design.

Resource Person: Session was conducted by Assistant Professors – Ms. Charvi Tandon & Mr. Shivam.

Training on Emotional Intelligence highlighting Self-awareness, self-regulation, empathy and relationship management was conducted for all the non-teaching staff. The session was interactive and very well received by all.

Talk by Ms. Tanu Vatsa who is an ICF certified Life coach. Ms Vatsa delivered a talk on Mental Health and Well-being. She is a representative of Crrescita, an NGO that has shown interest in hiring psychology students for internships and work opportunities.

The Department of Psychology organized an activity-based workshop on “Gratitude: अपने और अपनों को समझें” on 14 July 2022. Gratitude is the key to happiness, faith, peace of mind, and successful relationships. The simple act of gratitude, if practiced daily, can produce numerous positive health and emotional benefits.

Prof. (Dr.) Preeti Kapur, the guiding light of the psychology department, explained the art of gratitude expression through an interactive 1-hour workshop using innovative exercises and helped the participants to acquire the skill of gratitude. It was an insightful and fun-filled workshop with a lot of meaningful exchange of expressions.

With a lot of excitement and enthusiasm, the Department of Psychology, IILM Gurugram, launched a “12-hour experiential course on Criminal Psychology’ in the month of August, under the guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Preeti Kapur, and will use it as an opportunity to welcome registrations from IILM students as well as students and professionals from other organizations.

Language matters when you talk about suicide. If we are thoughtful and use words and phrases mindfully we can reduce stigma around suicide.

Workshop Aimed at:

Raising awareness about the prevalence and impact of suicide.
Identify common risk factors and warning signs of suicide.
Promote open and empathetic communication about mental health and suicide.
Teach participants how to intervene and provide support to individuals at risk.
Provide information about available resources and how to access them.

“Is it possible to show cognitive empathy without having any fellow-feeling or sympathy with it?”

It is fair to say that most of us would understand this fellow-feeling to be a part of empathy. Daniel Goleman, an author of Emotional Intelligence, states that cognitive empathy, also known as perspective-taking is basically being able to put yourself into someone else’s place and see their perspective.

Dr Megha Pushkarna conducted a workshop in Zonal Training centre in Gurugram on 14th and 18th January 2020 on the area of Cognitive Empathy at the workplace. Group on day one comprised of middle management and day two senior management heading branches Pan India for LIC. She discussed Cognitive Empathy as a useful skill, particularly in negotiations for example, or for managers.

She explained how it enables the self to put oneself in someone’s shoes, but without necessarily engaging with someone else’s emotions. Managers may find empathy useful in understanding themselves first and later how their team members are feeling and reacting to their leadership. As people, we have individual differences and it makes us unique in or own way. However, these differences can also create conflicts and disturbs equilibrium at work.

Training for Cognitive Empathy was facilitated with an Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire to individual and group interaction about work, self-management, social skills, managing emotions and lastly managing others at work.

It was an insightful session for many, as they opened up about themselves to discuss blind spots of understanding self and others with whom they work closely and how we can this knowledge for a happy place to work in.

We all face day to day struggles and sometimes get overwhelmed with the demands of family, kids, work, bosses, relatives and society. Somewhere in this humdrum we forget who we are and how to just have fun, or smile and really feel happy. It’s important to be ambitious, focused at work and really try to attain perfection in whatever we do and exceed everyone’s expectations. If we don’t nurture ourselves or take care of our inner wellbeing, soon it will start to reflect on our outer self. We will be taken over by ailments, depression, anxiety, lack of good sleep and other lifestyle disorders and maybe in the end head for burnout or a nervous breakdown. The session was really appreciated by teachers and they felt optimistic and focused on the changes that they wanted to make to their lifestyles. Aspects of eating, the right food were informed and certain suggestions of energy-boosting foods were introduced.

We all need to find our happiness mantra and tune in to make ourselves happy; if we are happy we will make everyone around us happy….it’s the ripple effect.

Workshop on Happiness & Wellbeing –find your inner peace was conducted for 150 teachers of Shalom hills Gurugram by Dr Priyanka Anand Associate Professor IILM University Gurugram & Ms Urvashi Nandrajog certified coach. The workshop was initiated owing to a high degree of stress being reported by teachers at their workplace. Growing demands from peers, students, parents, officials and seniors make the workplace for a teacher extremely stressful. They wanted to know and learn about some ways to enhance their efficiency and effectiveness, to be able to balance growing expectations and lead a happy life. Teaching is one of the noblest professions and the future of the young generation is in the hands of their teachers and mentors.

Dr Priyanka Anand being a behavioural scientist and having over 15 years of experience in training and HR, started the session with a self-awareness slow meditation. The Meditation infused with soft rhythm, pleasing incense and a quiet atmosphere helped them to connect with the energies around them. They learnt to activate the heart chakra and tap into connecting their own energies with the Universe. The participants with deeply engrossed in the mudra and really felt peaceful. They were guided into activities to identify the causes of stress in their personal and professional lives and were able to arrive at practical suggestions to overcome them and create value for self and others around them. The importance of planning your day and consciously finding stress busters to maintain your own happiness was shared with them. They were encouraged to sing, dance, listen to music, take short 5 minute naps, meditate for a few minutes, have some calming herbal infusions of tea to just stay tuned in.

We all need to find our happiness mantra and tune in to make ourselves happy; if we are happy we will make everyone around us happy….it’s the ripple effect.

This workshop on Building resilience and empathy was organized for students by the Department of Psychology, IILM University, Gurgaon. The Guest speaker was Dr Achira Chatterjee.

Dr Achira is trained in Applied Behaviour Analysis, Interpersonal Therapy and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy. Achira conducts workshops, customized training and has developed enabling policies across corporate organizations, educational institutions and for NGO’s. Her present commitment also includes being a Consultant and NGO representative for the Internal Complaints Committee on Sexual Harassment for corporate organizations and educational institutions. She is interested in travelling and exploring new learning opportunities.

The workshop started with some Ice-breaking activities. The speaker explained the meaning of resilience and the importance of it in our lives. Role-plays were conducted to let students understand the behaviours that are healthy and adaptive. A resilience-building plan worksheet was also given to a student to actively engage in different activities. The speaker also spoke about the meaning of empathy and explained it more rigorously by asking students to draw empathy maps. Students participated in all the activities with a lot of enthusiasm. They discussed problems such as how to deal with peer pressure and smoking, dealing with emotional abuse and dealing with group conflicts in the class. The students thoroughly enjoyed the sessions.

She closed the session while reiterating on important life skills that would be needed to be successful and overcome life’s challenges i.e., Empathy and Resilience. This workshop will help individuals preserve their individual self-worth by helping them examine and resolve personal barriers that inhibit growth. It will help students navigate through life, love and work with a sense of belonging and optimism. Unfortunately, experiencing adversity and hardship is unavoidable, but coping in an empathetic and resilient manner is doable.

Dr. Megha Pushkarna conducted training workshop for middle and senior class teachers for GD GOENKA School on Emotional Intelligence, where core concepts of EI were discussed in group session.

Self-Awareness– What Drives You, What Are You Feeling And Why Are You Feeling That Way
Self-Management– Is Not Suppression But Management Of Emotions, Do What Is Right “At The Moment”
Motivation– Using Feelings To Help Achieve Your Goals
Social Awareness– Appropriate Concern For Others
- Relationship Management Skills- Negotiation, Teamwork

It was a fun interactive session where the trainer engaged teachers into self-reflection, role plays to understand how the student-teacher dynamics work in class and how as facilitators they can enhance emotional well-being first for themselves and then for their students. It was also mentioned that how being aware and self-regulated can enhance their teaching skills, multitask work-life balance and transform oneself from feeling burnout to feeling resourceful at work.

While we all are living in a very dynamic and complex environment. In this situation of increased complexity and change, there has been a re-examination of the factors contributing to personal and professional effectiveness. Increasingly, the older notion of intelligence and technical competence being the sole predictors of effectiveness is being contested. Some interesting new ideas in this regard are the concepts of Multiple Intelligence put forth by Howard Gardner and Emotional Intelligence popularized by Daniel Goleman. These broader forms of intelligence have been found to be useful in multitude of situations, including jobs. Emotional Intelligence relates to- sensitivity to and management of self-in relationships. Empirical evidence has suggested that Emotional Intelligence (EI) competencies are at the heart of effective personal and workplace relationships and performance.

Design thinking, as explained by Tim Brown, is a human-centred approach to innovation that draws from the designer’s toolkit to integrate the needs of people, the possibilities of technology, and the requirements for business success.

Design Thinking Specialist, Marketer, Speaker, Facilitator and Managing Partner of TOSS the COIN (a Mar-Tech Consulting Firm)- Ms. Reshma Budhia who has been recognized as the “Exceptional Women of Excellence, 2018 by Women’s Economic Forum” has been in the domain of marketing from the past 16 years.. Reshma’s mantra in life is “There is always a Plan Z- if you believe you shall achieve”.

Empirical evidences and data highlight the importance of equipping students emotionally to succeed in life. World Economic forum has named Emotional Intelligence (EI) as one of the top 10 job skills in 2020. Given the increasing importance of Emotional Intelligence, IILM University Gurugram organized a Panel Discussion on the “Critical Role of Emotional Intelligence in School Education.” This session deliberated by Dr. Aruna Broot (Psychologist), Dr. Anjana Sen (Physician, Author and consultant for EI, Founding Members of the Forum for Emotional Intelligence Learning), Mr. Nishchint Chawla (Director, HeritageXperiential Learning School Gurugram), Dr M. Shanawaz (HOD Psychology Department, Jamia Milia Islamia), Ms. Rashmi Malik (Principal, Salwan Public School, Gurugram) and session moderator, Dr. Shuchi Agarwal (Professor, IILM) discussed the importance of enhancing social emotional competencies of students to enable them to prepare for upcoming opportunities in the economy characterized by prevalence of Industry 4.0.

The discussion concluded that EI is the strongest driver of leadership and personal excellence, and the single biggest predictor of performance. The experts predicted that with the advent of Artificial intelligence a lot of jobs are going to disappear in the future, but emotional intelligence will gain importance and become a differentiator.

The event was well attended by senior educators, school principals, teachers, corporates and students from across Delhi-NCR. The Panel discussion was followed by a workshop on “Emotional Intelligence: A Key Enabler to Classroom Effectiveness” to explore the practical strategies to develop emotional language in the classroom and the development of emotional vocabulary as an educator. It was conducted by Dr. Aruna Broota, who is a well-known Psychologist and well received by the participants. A parallel workshop for students, “Unlocking EQ” was conducted by IILM senior faculty, Dr. Sona Vikas and Dr. Gargi Sandilya. The students not only got practical insights on how they could conduct themselves better but also, explored their own emotional quotient through a psychometric test.

This event was part of the series of workshops that IILM University regularly conducts, to deliberate on contemporary trends and spreading awareness amongst students, educators and corporates. This workshop was conducted by IILM’s Centre of Emotional Intelligence, which has been set up to support people of all ages in developing emotional intelligence skills to thrive in this dynamic world through training and personal coaching develop emotional competencies in organizations, academia and schools.

This was a 3.5 hour workshop for school teachers wherein the participants discovered the importance of emotional intelligence in daily life through activities. Further, through audio visuals, discussions and role plays they uncovered ways to improve their self-awareness, vocabulary of emotions, self-regulation, empathy and managing relationships – all aspects of Emotional Intelligence. The workshop ended with a discussion on how EI can be woven into classroom teaching methods and the difference it can make therein.

This was a 3.5 hour workshop for faculty wherein the participants discovered the importance of emotional intelligence in daily life through activities. Further, through audio visuals, discussions and role plays they uncovered ways to improve their self-awareness, vocabulary of emotions, self-regulation, empathy and managing relationships – all aspects of Emotional Intelligence. The workshop ended with a discussion on how EI can be woven into classroom teaching methods and the difference it can make therein.

IILM Centre for Teaching, Research, & Learning (CTRL)

The Centre for Teaching, Research, and Learning (CTRL) was established with the aim of fostering educational excellence, advancing scholarly inquiry, and supporting a culture of lifelong learning. It serves as a hub for innovative pedagogy, cutting-edge research, and continuous professional development for educators and researchers. With a commitment to enhancing the quality of education and contributing to the advancement of knowledge, CTRL plays a pivotal role in promoting a dynamic and thriving academic community.

VISION & MISSION

Vision: The Centre for Teaching, Research, and Learning (CTRL) envisions a future where education is a transformative force, research is a catalyst for innovation, and learning is a lifelong journey.

Mission: CTRL is dedicated to advancing the art of teaching, the frontiers of research, and the joy of learning.

OBJECTIVES AND ACTIVITIES

Undertake and promote research and attract students of the highest calibre to the Law’s Enhance Teaching Excellence: Improve the quality of education by providing faculty with tools, strategies, and professional development opportunities to enhance their teaching skills and effectiveness.

Support and promote research endeavours by offering grants, resources, and a collaborative environment to help faculty and students advance their scholarly work.
Encourage interdisciplinary research and teaching initiatives that foster innovation and provide a holistic perspective on complex issues.
Create a learning ecosystem that extends beyond the classroom, where individuals are motivated to pursue lifelong learning, both in and outside their academic and professional pursuits.
Ensure that teaching and research activities are inclusive and representative of diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences.
Assist educators in incorporating and leveraging technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

Activities of CTRL

Conduct workshops, seminars, and training sessions for faculty to improve teaching techniques and incorporate innovative pedagogical methods.
Administer grants and research funding opportunities to support faculty and student research projects, enabling them to pursue their academic inquiries.
Organize conferences, symposia, and discussion panels to encourage collaboration between departments and disciplines.
Offer a variety of courses, seminars, and online resources for ongoing education and skill development for faculty, students, and the wider community.
Collaborate with educators to create curricula that reflect diverse perspectives and promote inclusivity, equity, and accessibility in education.
Establish partnerships with local communities, organizations, and industry stakeholders to facilitate real-world learning experiences and research opportunities for students and faculty.
Offer mentoring and support programs for faculty and students, connecting experienced educators with those seeking guidance and mentorship.
Provide access to an extensive library, research databases, and academic resources to support both teaching and research activities.Through these objectives and activities, the Centre for Teaching, Research, and Learning aims to create a dynamic and supportive environment that empowers educators, researchers, and learners to thrive and make significant contributions to the academic and broader community.

CTRL's series on '21stC Education',

Since March 2018 facilitators from IILM have delivered workshops at several institutions in NCR and nationwide. We now host a monthly series ’21stC Education’. Some previous sessions are below:

Professor Denish Shah from the United States as our distinguished guest speaker for the FDP on “Different Pathways for becoming an effective researcher” on 7th October 2023. Dr. Shah is the Barbara and Elmer Sunday Professor and Associate Professor of Marketing, Founding Director of the Social Media Intelligence Lab, and Executive Director of the Marketing RoundTable at Georgia State University.(Profile – https://www.denishshah.com/index.html).

Dr. Shah has covered a wide range of topics essential for faculty members and researchers focusing on multidisciplinary research, including:

Identifying and Navigating Different Research Pathways
Effective Strategies for Publishing Research
Balancing Teaching and Research Responsibilities
Leveraging Collaborative Opportunities

FDP on Bibliometric Analysis through VOS Viewer was organized at IILM University on 25th September 2023. The speaker Dr. Pallavi Mehrotra has guided the participants on utilizing the Biliometric data through VOS Viewer for literature review.

On September 4, 2023, Dr. Hima Gupta led an engaging session aimed at enriching the research competencies of our participants towards Systematic reviews through PRISMA. PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) serves as an invaluable instrument for their proficient execution.

FDP on “Concepts and Implementation of NEP” by Prof. Sujata Shahi, Vice Chancellor, IILM University on 21st August 2023. This education policy is dedicated to the well-being of students, making learning an enjoyable and student-centric experience.

FDP on Outcome based education was conducted by Dr. Hima Gupta on 5th November 2022.

All the participants had got an understanding of course outcome and program outcome calculation and alignment of program objective vis a vis the attainment of course outcome.

Classroom Management, Pedagogy and Well-being in Schools

An Online Workshop with Banyan Tree Teachers

On 23 May 2022

10.00hrs-13.00hrs

10.00-10.10am: Introduction by Rucche Sharrma, Vice-principal, Banyan Tree, Lodhi Road.
10.10-10.15am: Introduction to the workshop.
10.15-11.15am: Activity Based Learning: Different Perspectives by Professor Rahul Mishra, IILM, Lodhi Road.
11.15am-12.15pm: It’s OK Not to be OK: Managing Emotions and Well-being Post Covid Professor Preeti Kapoor, IILM University, Gurugram.
12.15-12.50pm: Reflections and Response by Dr. Anamika, IILM University, Gurugram.
12.50pm: Vote of Thanks by Ms. Deboleena Chowdhuri, Director, Banyan Tree School.

Convenor:

Dr. Anamika

Associate Professor

IILM University, Gurugram

The session was conducted by Advocate and activist, Ms Suroor Mander, who has a distinguished career focused on international law and human rights issues. Born in Lucknow in 1985, she completed her studies in Bangalore University and the UN-Mandated University for Peace, Costa Rica. During this period, she worked as a legal practitioner in the Trial and High courts of Delhi and co-authored a report titled ‘Accountability for Mass Violence: Examining the State’s Record’ in 2011, for the Centre for Equity Studies, Delhi. She has recently co-authored a report with Mohsin Alam Bhat titled “Purgatory in Kashmir” about the implementation of Juvenile Justice in the Kashmir Valley. Notable achievements in her career so far have been the drafting of the National Food Security Bill for the National Advisory Council, UPA. Ms. Mander is currently the founder of the Parwaaz Project, affiliated with the Aman Biradari Trust that works on bridging legal and social needs to youth in conflict with law. She is also a consultant for child rights and child protection issues in various social organizations namely, Emmanuel Hospital Association, Centre for Equity Studies, and the Association for Rural and Urban Needy.

The session was on building Citizenship Awareness among School children. She started the session by briefly discussion the role of constitution and the Preamble in this aspect. The workshop was based on generating a discussion about what educators can do to build a sense of social and civic belonging among urban children (often privileged). She discussed the role of schools as to how they could contribute and sensitize the students towards working for the not so privileged. During her session, she brought about examples of schools in NCR who were working towards this. Another important objective of the workshop was to highlight some basic laws which even teachers themselves may not be so informed about. The session was attended by about 40 teachers and this topic generated a lot of discussion and participation.

The session was conducted by Prof Rahul Mishra, who teaches PG and UG courses in the area of Strategy, International Business and General Management at IILM Institute for Higher Education. He has completed his Masters in International Business from Delhi University and has 21 years of experience in teaching training and academic administration. He regularly conducts training for middle to senior level executives for BHEL, EIL, NBCC, National Housing Bank, PHDCCI, Department of Personnel and Training. The session was on Participant Centred Learning to make learning more enjoyable process for students. Bringing student as core of learning process, ceding the role of teacher and donning the role of an Anchor or Facilitator would be the main idea of the session.

The session will be conducted by Dr Cheryl Jacob Ph.D, Visiting Faculty with School of Vocational Studies Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD). She has wide-ranging experience in curriculum development, re-imagining pedagogy and training-the-trainer programs. She has degrees History and Sociology while her research spans Urban Ecology, Migration and Belief Systems. She has wide-ranging experience in curriculum development, re-imagining pedagogy and training- -the-trainer programs. She has degrees History and Sociology while her research spans Urban Ecology, Migration and Belief Systems.

Critical thinking is the ability to access information and rationalize ideas and opinions to make logical decisions which should pave the way for strong problem-solving skills. In this world of ‘fake news’ and information overload, students of today and citizens of tomorrow need this skill – intellectually, professionally and socially so that they may evaluate information and ideas logically. Our fast-paced world needs deeper and ‘smarter’ thinking! But Critical Thinking is not a ‘subject’. Rather than texts and content it requires strategies. Educators need to impart this as a ‘skill’ so that students may inculcate this ‘habit’ of thinking critically….

How can we do this in the classroom? Does it need a course or can it be integrated into existing syllabi? The session addressed these questions and walked the participants through some of the processes and strategies which may be put in place and adapted to suit students at different levels. An important segment was to brainstorm and address ideas of participants about how they align their pedagogy to this objective and design appropriate syllabi and assignments which set Critical Thinking as a benchmark for the Learning Outcomes of their courses. This workshop was suitable for all levels.

The session started with a Wallet Design Exercise and participants were asked to work in pairs. The participants were also shown a TED talk on how to inculcate critical thinking skills in students which was greatly appreciated by the participants. The session was engaging and thought provoking and attended by 40 plus teachers from Delhi NCR Schools

The session was conducted by Dr Sunita Singh, Associate Professor at the School of Education Studies (SES), Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD). She has completed her Ph.D. from the Department of Curriculum and Instruction (Language and Literacy), University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and MA and MPhil from Jawaharlal Nehru University in Linguistics. Prior to joining AUD, she has worked as an Associate Professor at Le Moyne College, Syracuse. She has worked extensively in schools, with teachers, families and in communities.

The workshop focused on early childhood curriculum and was attended by more than 40 teachers from various schools in Delhi NCR. The session started by understanding the role of cognition in acquiring language and how a child develops reading and writing skills. The workshops focused on diverse approaches to early childhood curriculum and examined their relevance to current early childhood settings. She did an exercise in pairs on Think, Pair & Share where the participants were required to work on what constitutes early childhood curriculum and how it is developed and implemented in their schools. This was an interactive exercise where the participants were asked to brainstorm and share their ideas during the session.

It has been confirmed by research that development and learning among children is not uniform and hence, in a day care center or preschool programme—one can have range of several years in social, emotional, language, physical and cognitive domains. This leads to challenges in understanding the abilities of the child and creating developmentally and contextually appropriate activities. The purpose of the workshop was to examine developmentally and contextually appropriate curricula, current issues and practices at the preschool grades. Curriculum for young children needs to provide integration for learning across domains and also needs to be inquiry based to foster critical thinking. An inquiry based approach encourages students to be active learners by asking questions and engaging in problem solving independently and collaboratively. Ideas of constructionist and emergent curriculum were also explored—examining the interconnectedness across the ways of creating a curriculum for young children.

The objectives of the workshop was to

Understand principles of curriculum development.
Examine practices that influence curriculum development in young children.
Utilize principles of curriculum development in creating a caring, safe and healthy environment for all children for their learning and development.
Identify, plan and utilize culturally and individually appropriate educational practices for diverse classroom settings.
The participants enjoyed the hands on session and got introduced to the best practices that they could implement and incorporate into their existing teaching styles.

This session was conducted by Dr Manasi T Navani, Assistant Professor with the School of Education Studies, Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD). She has researched on nature of science and science education; Peoples’ Science Movement and education for social transformation; and education reforms in India. Her session focused on teaching of science to school students. Science teaching is often trapped in the binary of “activity-based” and “content-based” pedagogy. Research in the domain of science education indicates that teaching science as inquiry and reflecting on the nature of science can open a range of possibilities for science teachers to critically engage with their own training (with a new pedagogical lens).

There is much to be learnt in trying to unlearn how we were taught science in schools and universities. This space for pedagogical exploration is critically important for professional development of science teachers. The session attempted to map out some possible routes for rethinking science teaching to foster curiosity, a sense of inquiry, and the courage to raise ‘questions’, among students as well as teachers. The approach to delivering the workshop was an inquiry-based approach to science education for teaching and learning of science in schools. The session was attended by more than 40 teachers from Delhi NCR.

The second session was on “Everyone is online!” Obsessive Tech and its challenges for our teaching practice. The session was conducted by Dr Maina Singh, an author, speaker and consultant in instructional design, innovative pedagogies and the use of technology in education. Dr. Singh is Scholar-in-Residence, School of International Service, American University, Washington DC where she has taught Liberal Arts courses since 2009. She has published several scholarly articles and is the author of two books. She continues to publish on Indian Diaspora and Indian Jewish communities. She has taught previously at Tel Aviv and Bar-Ilan Universities, Israel and has lived and researched in France, Russia, United States and Japan.

Currently, Dr Singh is Director, Centre for Teaching, Research and Learning, IILM University, offering wide-ranging faculty trainings and teaching a course on ‘Critical Thinking’. The session focussed on how students are actively using online services and how this can become an obsession. The session explored the how we as educators address this issue. We have been raised in a different generation where we faced with questions: Should we encourage online activity? How far should it be a part of our Pedagogy? How can we do so, while preventing obsessive behaviors? How can we navigate between ‘good use’ and ‘overuse’ of online activities? Most importantly, isn’t it time to for a serious discussion of Online Safety? How do we do that? The session explored all these questions. The session supported a discussion wherein educators can share concerns and exchange best practices of how internet behaviors can be regulated by introducing strategies which inform students of consequences and promote self – reflection.

The session was conducted by Dr Prabhat Rai, who is an Assistant Professor, School of Education Studies, Ambedkar University Delhi. Prof Prabhat teaches courses on understanding children’s development and research methods. In his research on teacher education, assessment and school-community relationships he draws on cultural-historical approaches. Prof Rai has been associated as a Senior Research Fellow with the Royal Academy, Paro, Bhutan and also been involved with NCERT to develop modules for teacher training on School Based Assessments.

This session was an extension of a previous session held on October 6, 2018 on the topic Understanding School Based Assessment: Reflection for Teachers, which focused on clarifying the learning intentions; eliciting evidence of student’s learning; providing feedback; using learner’s knowledge as instructional resource, and activating learners as the owners of their own learning. This session focused on understanding relationship between learning and development and its implications on assessment; laying the foundations of wholeness approach for organizing pedagogical practices and a self reflection and audit of one’s own assessment practices by teachers. During the session, the participants engaged in preparing the various types of assessments that they did as part of the teaching process and the discussed in detail the assessment practices that they have used. The session was very interactive and the participants were involved in a discussion of the pros and cons of various assessment strategies that they use as part of the teaching learning process. Many exercises were conducted during this 3 hour training program and participants were involved in sharing of their best practices. They worked in groups and submitted a self reflection on the same.

The first session was conducted by Dr Gurpreet Singh Bhatia, who is an Associate Professor & Dean (Academics) at IILM Undergraduate Business School. He teaches PG and UG courses in the area of Economics and Strategy. He completed his PhD from Indian National University of Singapore and MPhil in Planning and Development, Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay. The first session was a two hour hands on session on using the Crystal Ball Simulation: Learning by Doing. This simulation game helped the players understand real world problems in various fields (finance, supply chain, human resources, marketing and economics, thus linking simulation with real- world system and learning and understand skills required for decision making. The session was highly interactive and engaging and the participants really enjoyed learning by doing. The main take away of the session was to engage students in class and make learning more participative and fun.)

The second session was conducted by Prof Rahul Mishra, who teaches PG and UG courses in the area of Strategy, International Business and General Management at IILM Institute for Higher Education. He has completed his Masters in International Business from Delhi University and has 21 years of experience in teaching training and academic administration. He regularly conducts training for middle to senior level executives for BHEL, EIL, NBCC, National Housing Bank, PHDCCI, Department of Personnel and Training. This session was on understanding Simulation as a new and emerging teaching tool which is designed to replicate a real-life situation as closely as desired, has players assume roles as they analyze data, make decisions and solve the problems inherent in the situation. During the simulation the participants were given a situation and asked to enact a role play (a negotiation exercise). The session was highly interactive and engaging and participants were able to appreciate the usefulness of simulation as teaching methodology, linking simulation with real world system and learning, understand the benefits of simulation as teaching methodology for an effective teaching- learning process.

The session was conducted by Dr Prabhat Rai , who is an Assistant Professor, School of Education Studies, Ambedkar University Delhi. Prof Prabhat teaches courses on understanding children’s development and research methods. In his research on teacher education, assessment and school-community relationships he draws on cultural-historical approaches. Prof Rai has associated as a Senior Research Fellow with the Royal Academy, Paro, Bhutan and also been involved with NCERT to develop modules for teacher training on School Based Assessments.

This workshop addressed two broad questions: What is the purpose of assessment in school teaching? And how to, conceptualise and plan “assessment for learning” that can facilitate students learning? Using Black and William’s (1998, 2018) five key principles that help to relate to classroom assessment with pedagogy were examined. The discussion centred around- clarifying the learning intentions; eliciting evidence of student’s learning; providing feedback; using learner’s knowledge as instructional resource, and activating learners as the owners of their own learning. The participants were challenged to think about assessments as part of the pedagogic process and facilitated teacher dialogue on systematic collection of evidence on student learning; informed analysis and interpretation of data based on student’s work. Participants really enjoyed the delivery of the session and engagement that the trainer was able to establish with them. Based on this positive feedback a follow up session on the topic has been scheduled in December 2018.

The second session was “Difference, Diversity and Unconscious Bias: Reflections for Educators” by Dr Maina Singh, https://sites.google.com/site/mainachawlasingh/ , an author, speaker and consultant in instructional design, innovative pedagogies and the use of technology in education. Dr. Singh is Scholar-in-Residence, School of International Service, American University, Washington DC where she has taught Liberal Arts courses since 2009. She has published several scholarly articles and is the author of two books. She continues to publish on Indian Diaspora and Indian Jewish communities. She has taught previously at Tel Aviv and Bar-Ilan Universities, Israel and has lived and researched in France, Russia, United States and Japan. Currently, Dr Singh is Director, Centre for Teaching, Research and Learning, IILM University, offering wide-ranging faculty trainings and teaching a course on ‘Critical Thinking’. The session was to understand the importance of creating holistic development in students is what good education strives for. Every day, we seek to develop students with empathy, responsibility and open-mindedness towards those who are ‘different’ – by social class, economic means and ability levels. The session focussed on recognizing important issue of Bias, and more unimportantly, addressing ‘Unconscious Bias’. The sessions deliberated on developing a self-reflexiveness lens to critique and resist one’s own unconscious biases – both in the classroom and beyond. The participants enjoyed the session as it was engaging and very thought provoking. It made one self reflect on the unconscious bias that we may have which gets embedded in our daily lives and affects behaviour.

The session was conducted by Dr Maina Singh, an author, speaker and consultant in instructional design, innovative pedagogies and the use of technology in education. Dr. Singh is Scholar-in-Residence, School of International Service, American University, Washington DC where she has taught Liberal Arts courses since 2009. She has published several scholarly articles and is the author of two books. She continues to publish on Indian Diaspora and Indian Jewish communities. She has taught previously at Tel Aviv and Bar-Ilan Universities, Israel and has lived and researched in France, Russia, United States and Japan. Currently, Dr Singh is Director, Centre for Teaching, Research and Learning, IILM University, offering wide-ranging faculty trainings and teaching a course on ‘Critical Thinking’.

Her session focused on was on Digital and electronic innovations and how they are transforming the world, in which we work, live and communicate. Our students are born to this world of algorithms, search engines, short attention spans and digital social lives. How are thought leaders in education responding to this changing scenario? What are ‘disruptive technologies’ and how will robotics de-stabilize existing paradigms? How is work being re-defined and what does this mean for the jobs of tomorrow? What are the implications of the new BUZZ-concepts like ‘Liberal Arts Education’ and ‘Design Thinking and why as educators we need to prepare our students to be resilient in a rapidly transforming world? Participants were exposed to the use of Robotics and AI in teaching and found the session very informative and engaging.

The second session was on Stress as an inevitable element of our lives today. This is especially for teachers, with the rapid changes occurring among learner, and therefore, in the area of teaching and learning. Managing stress is vital for ensuring better results and success in both professional as well as personal lives. This session focused on a better understanding of stress and its symptoms, followed by some tools and techniques that one can incorporate in daily life to better deal with life stressors. The participants enjoyed the hands on activity (meditation) that was done to understand the ways of dealing with stress. The tips that were shared during the session on how to deal with negativity and inculcate a positive attitude.

The session revolved around cutting-edge developments which call for re-imagining education in multiple aspects – ranging from the role of the educator, the spatial arrangements in which teaching takes place and the modes of content delivery. The learner of today and the available technology necessitates innovation in the tools and teaching practices which are required to inspire curiosity and enhance student learning. The session was well appreciated by the participants and they especially mentioned that they enjoyed the modification that is required in the teaching methodology today to keep the students engaged during class delivery. Also the use of technology to enhance the class room experience was greatly enjoyed by the participants attending the session.

The second session on “Time Management” was conducted by Dr Gargi Sandilya – Ph.D. in Psychology from Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi. She has done M.Sc. in Applied Psychology from Annamalai University. She has around 18 years of working experience as a Consultant in Industry. She has conducted freelance programs as Consultant Trainer, Content Developer, Independent Work Leader & Coach with Nirvana Corporate Institute and Shradha HRD Pvt Ltd. Her session was a hands-on activity-based session, focusing on striking a balance between time available and the tasks to be accomplished – a common challenged faced by educators. Through hands-on learning about the urgent/important matrix, participants learnt how to identify tine-wasters and cultivate habits of strategizing and prioritizing. There was a discussion on the TED talk on “Reimagining Classrooms” which enabled the participants to weave together themes raised in the previous sessions. It was hands on session focusing on tips that can be used for time management that can be used by both students and teachers. The participants particularly liked the card activity on how to manage time using a planned learning structure.

Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE)

The objective of The Center of Innovation and Entrepreneurship is to achieve greater understanding of an effective mechanism for promotion of professional management practices in Indian organizations, as well as to stimulate the development of these organizations for the society. The Center provides the tools and knowledge necessary to creatively pursue new opportunities and explore and entrepreneurial mindset.

Through the Center, IILM University aims to create leaders and entrepreneurs, with special focus on women and youth, by ensuring that they are provided access to the entrepreneurial networks. They are mentored and guided to help them grow their ideas, incubate their projects and create change in their local communities. It provides a platform wherein people can create ideas through education, partnerships and collaborations .The Center of Entrepreneurship and Innovation advances the knowledge and practices of entrepreneurship and accelerates the commercialization of research.

VISION & MISSION

Vision:

The Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship(CIE) envisions to promote innovation, incubation, and entrepreneurial environment in the organization by offering Students, Faculty and Society, opportunities to renovate their business ideas to prototype to business a future where education is a transformative force, research is a catalyst for innovation, and learning is a lifelong journey.

Mission:

To create a vibrant local ecosystem to incubate and support innovative ideas
To create entrepreneurship opportunities for Students, Faculty and Society
To nurture and support the start-ups by providing them necessary support
To provide support to commercialize innovative and sustainable ideas

CENTRE HEAD

Dr. Satish Kumar, Associate Professor, School of Management , IILM University, Gurugram

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

The Centre works under the supervision of –

Prof. Sujata Shahi, Vice-Chancellor IILM University, Gurugram
Prof. Arvind Chaturvedi, Pro Chancellor IILM University, Gurugram
Prof. Satish Kumar, Associate Professor, School of Management , IILM University, Gurugram
Prof. Namita Dixit, Associate Professor, School of Management , IILM University, Gurugram
Prof. Asha Verma, Professor, School of Law, IILM University, Gurugram
Prof. Apala Vats, Asst. Professor, School of Social Sciences and Liberal Arts , IILM University, Gurugram

IILM University promotes entrepreneurship and employability with a focus on skill development and technology. This will involve

All the above phases will be supported by an inspirational learning environment which fosters the understanding of disruptive, technological changes; challenges current assumptions, and encourages continuous innovation and learning.

Key Associations

IILM University has signed Memorandum of Understanding ( MOU)with some key organizations to enable associations that encourage Entrepreneurship in Delhi-NCR/Gurgaon . These make IILM University a single window hub of knowledge and incubation for students and budding entrepreneurs

Memorandum of Understanding with Hartron Innovation and Startup Hub

Memorandum of Understanding with Headstart Network Foundation

Memorandum of Understanding Indian Angel Network Services Private Ltd

Events

IIC Annual Report 2022-23

Special focus was laid on G20 related awareness cum education campaign and event. Our Honorable Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji has referred to today’s youth as nation-builders and leaders of tomorrow. That the whole world is looking at India ‘s youth with hope as they are the growth engines of the world. It is because of this reason that the theme ‘Youth Connect’ was chosen to give this mega event an eventful and energetic start. Students, professors and Vice Chancellors from 75 universities across India have joined for the ‘University Connect’ programme. IILM university is one of the chosen universities.1st National Women Vice Chancellors Conference on Promoting Women Leadership in Higher Education Organized by Association of Indian Universities (AIU) Shiksha Sanskriti Utthan Nyas IILM University, Gurugram, Haryana on July 17-18, 2023.

The University Connect programme is part of a larger effort to spread awareness of the themes surrounding the G20 summit and engage young minds on the central theme of the G20 summit under India’s presidency, which is “Vasudaiva Kutumbakam” promoting multilateralism and global cooperation on sustainable development , climate change, and digital transformation. IILM university as part of university connect Programme organized following events.

Important Events at IILM University Gurugram (July – August 2023)

(a) EVENT NAME: G20 Intercollege Quiz Competition

Organized by: School of Management (MBA)

Date of Event: July 26, 2023

Details: IILM University Gurugram as a part of G20 University Connect: Engaging Young minds organized intercollege G20 quiz in association with IIC. Participants were asked question on G20 countries relating to Business & economy, Travel &tourism, Personalities , famous Places, currency etc. Five Delhi NCR colleges plus IILM University is participated in this event. Total Of 16 teams from 05 Delhi NCR colleges plus IILM University participated in this event.16 teams contested in the Preliminary round. Only 05 teams including one team from BULMIM New Delhi and two teams from NDIM qualified for the Final round.

(b) EVENT NAME: Model G20 – Yuva Manthan

Organized by: School of Law

Date of Event: August 4, 2023

Details: The YUWA MANTHAN G20 university connect, hosted by IILM University, witnessed a vibrant brothering of students from all corners of India, including JNU and Amity university ,Sparking a contagious and enthusiasm among the participants. In the captivating model G20 Summit, students embraced the roles of diverse countries, diving deep into policy deliberations with fervor and passion. The event was nothing short of awe-inspiring, with young minds fearlessly discussing policies that hold the power to shape the future of our world.

(c) EVENT NAME: G20 Intercollege Essay Competition

Organized by: School of Management (MBA)

Date of Event: August 5, 2023

IILM University as part of G20 University connect: Engaging young minds, organized G20 intercollege Essay competition on 5th Aug 2023 on topics:

QUALITY EDUCATION: Unlocking Human Transformation & Fostering Social Development!
GENDER EQUALITY: Building a Peaceful, Prosperous, and Sustainable World Together!
NEW DEVELOPMENT PARADIGM: Shaping the Future, We Desire!

About 45 entries were received from top colleges of Delhi and NCR. These entries were reviewed by panel comprising of senior Faculty members of IILM University. Total of 15 entries qualified for final event held on 5th Aug 2023. Finalist presented their views in front of Judges Panel from G- Cube solutions and Crescendo Global.

Organized by: School of Liberal Arts

Date of event: August 23, 2023

The objectives were to “The Explorer Environmentalist Caretaker’s Journey” with Mr. Mandip Singh Soin, FRGS, Founder, Ibex Expeditions and Founding President – The Responsible Tourism Society of India. He talked about discovering the future of sustainability, adventure travel, and delved into the world of responsible tourism. With interesting anecdotes from his travel expeditions, he encouraged us all to embrace a greener tomorrow together! As the next step following the session on adventure & hiking by Mr. Mandip Singh Soin, it was proposed to set up a Hiking Club in the University. So, in continuation to that, the Hiking club was setup and is operational now.

Organized by: School of Management (MBA)

Date of Event: August 7, 2023

In a thought-provoking seminar led by Dr. Roshni Garg, attendees were immersed in an enlightening discourse on the evolution and significance of systematic literature reviews. Driven by innovation, Dr. Roshni shed light on how systematic reviews have transcended the boundaries of traditional literature reviews, rendering them more scientific and robust. She emphasized that systematic reviews represent an innovative leap in scholarly pursuits, as they provide a structured and comprehensive methodology that goes beyond the often subjective and biased nature of traditional reviews. Dr. Garg illustrated how systematic reviews follow a meticulous process that involves defining research questions, rigorous inclusion/exclusion criteria, and an objective analysis of existing literature. This approach ensures that systematic reviews are not only more scientific but also more reliable and reproducible. Furthermore, Dr. Garg introduced innovative digital tools and software that aid researchers in conducting systematic reviews more efficiently. These tools streamline the data extraction process and facilitate the synthesis of vast bodies of literature, showcasing how innovation can significantly enhance the quality of research outcomes.

Organized by: School of Management (MBA)

Date of event: July8, 2023

In order to create awareness among younger generation and to promote the concept of Merging Blockchain and Carbon Footprint Reduction Elements on a Single platform the IILM University Gurugram conducted a session for newly inducted students of postgraduate and undergraduate students on 08th July2023. The event was conducted in an offline i.e., Physical mode at IILM University, Gurugram campus.

The topic for the expert talk was – Merging Blockchain and Carbon Footprint Reduction Elements on a Single platform by Mr.Viresh Keshri. Mr.Viresh Keshri started Offset Global Technologies Private Limited to establish the first Indian carbon marketplace. His vision is to help many companies reach zero carbon efficiently and strategically. Offset Go has numerous services, from the carbon footprint arsenal to reporting tools for developing and trading SDG-based carbon credit on a Blockchain platform.

He discussed about the Offset Go which began using carbon credits to reward poor Indian waste management and recycling practices. It established an innovation lab and hired people from top universities like DTU, IIT, etc., to conduct research and conceptualise the business model. As a result, the Indian carbon markets rose to the top value chain of desirability due to their enormous and untapped potential. Early in the journey, Mr. Viresh’s vision helped the company receive honours from organisations such as Harvard University, Celo, and UNDP.

Organized by: School of Management (MBA)

Date of Event: July 6, 2023

To create awareness among younger generation and to promote the concept of Sustainability and achieving Problem-Solution fit from Waste material, IILM University Gurugram conducted a session on achieving Problem-Solution fit & Product-Market fit for newly inducted students of postgraduate and undergraduate students on 06th July2023. The event was conducted in an offline i.e., Physical mode at IILM University, Gurugram campus. The topic for the expert talk was -The Buzz (Or is it fashion?) Words we have been hearing more during the past about two decades-Global Warming, UNFCCC, Climate change, Greenhouse Gases etc.

He highlighted about the Rice Husk Ash: An environmental nuisance in Industrial areas. He discussed about understanding the WASTE and other bulk wastes, both industrial and domestic Like Vegetable mandi waste, peel offs of vegetables etc. Prof. Chari shared his innovations related to conversion of upola Furnace Slag, Sludges from various treatment plants to the Bricks to use for pavement construction along road side. He explained about the concepts of circular economy and various efforts to be undertaken to ensure SUSTAINABILITY through conservation of natural resources by recycling bulk industrial waste through new products/services development. To ensure about circular economy, he discussed about Ever declining and deteriorating environment quality, and Conservation of all natural resources.

IILM University Faculty participated in multiple panel discussions in other colleges like Sri Venkateswara College, Delhi University to create better awareness about entrepreneurship and the opportunities offered by the Government of India to encourage start-ups. These panel discussions shared the eco-system available for students who have entrepreneurial mindset and motivate them to take baby steps to launch their ventures.

On 15th October 2018, a workshop was conducted at IILM university to help it’s students to create and develop new ideas . The basis of any entrepreneurial venture is the idea that fulfills a latent or obvious customer need. Additionally that idea should have the ability to be commercialized.

With the objective of facilitating and harnessing the undergraduate and post-graduate students’ entrepreneurial aspirations , Mr Sanjeeva Shivesh ,Founder & CEO, The Entrepreneurship School, conducted a session discussing the process of ideation , how to evaluate ‘The Idea’ and it’s potential to turn into a successful business.

Students from IILM University Entrepreneurship Club participated and supported the E-cell of IIT-Kharagpur , which organized an Entrepreneurship Awareness Drive(EAD) and Local Startup Meet(LSM) at India Habitat Centre, Delhi on Monday, 15 October 2018. Students got to interact with reputed speakers like Mr.Subhadeep Sanyal, principal, Omnivore Partners(community partner), Mr.Saurabh Kaushik (CEO Peopleist India), Mr. Annu Grover(Green Evangelist-MD at Nurturing Green).

The event resulted in a lot of new learnings for the attendees. Workshops helped developing a sense of teamwork and refining the thought process which was the primary motive. Moreover, networking with entrepreneurs and participating in workshops helped students gain practical experience of how a start-up functions. It also exposed the students on the start-up ecosystem and helped them understand how the startups have to pitch their business model in front of the investors to raise capital for a startup business.

The first of the Startup Saturday was hosted at IILMU on 25th August 2018. This was in alliance with Headstart Network Foundation ( HAS), which is India’s largest grassroots level organization that supports entrepreneurship and startups.

There were over 100 budding and aspiring entrepreneurs who participated in the event.

The speakers at the events were Amit Ramani , Founder & CEO, Awfis Space Solutions ; Abhishek Mohan ,Vice –President Sequoia ; Shailendra Ahuja, Director, Aviant Capital Advisors ; Aditya Dev Sood, Founder , Startereum ; Vinayak Mishra, Principal Associate , Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. and Jasveer Singh,QIK . The event was anchored by Ojasvi Bhatia , Co-ordinator Gurgaon Chapter of HAS. The students of the Entrepreneurship Club worked closely with Headstart to ensure that it was a fantastic learning experience for the internal and the external audience.

On 11th July 2018 , new entrants to the management program , attended the orientation of the Entrepreneurship Club , which is an important student body that focusses on undertaking initiatives that expose the students to various conferences, workshops and interactions related to entrepreneurship.

Centre for Research and Public Policy (CRPP)

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ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

DECEMBER 1-2, 2023: 2nd National Seminar on Emerging Trends in International Law

NOVEMBER 26, 2023: Constitutional Law Blog Writing Competition

AUGUST 31, 2023: One Day Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights and patent Filing

AUGUST 18, 2023: Poster Making Competition 2023 on Youth and Mental Health

Who we are

What we do

Vision

Mission

Objectives

Core Functions

Outcome

Past Events

The Earth Savior's Foundation - 22nd March 2024

Guest Expert Lecture on 'EMOTIONAL SAFETY' - 10 April 2024

Sleep Awareness Session - 10th - 16th March, 2024

Gratitude Creations Showcase: Fostering Well-being During Stress Awareness Month - 19th April 2024

College Connect in collaboration with IDF - 1st Dec 2023

Responding To Mental Health Emergencies - 21 Oct 2023

Suicide Prevention Session - 14 September 2023, by Rajbala Foundation

Art with Heart - Explore yourself through Art & Soul - 15th March 2023

Research Methodology in Practice - 30th March 2023

Emotional Intelligence Staff Training IILM University - 21st Jan 2023

Mental Health Talk - 16th December 2022

Gratitude Workshop : “अपने और अपनों को समझें” - 14 July 2022

Criminal Psychology - 3rd September 2022

Suicide Prevention Awareness Workshop - 10th October 2022

Training on cognitive empathy - Venue: LIC zonal training office Gurugram – January 14 & 18, 2020

Happiness & Well-being- Find your inner peace – November 5, 2019

Emotional intelligence: building resilience and empathy – September 16, 2019

Developing emotional intelligence for enhancing classroom effectiveness – June 29, 2019

Emotional Intelligence and Design Thinking: A Symposium – November 16, 2018

IILM University sets the stage for Emotional Intelligence in 21st Century Education - September 14, 2018

Emotional Intelligence Workshop for Banyan Tree School teachers - July 11 & 13, 2018

Emotional Intelligence Workshop for Faculty at IILM - June 18, 2018

Overview of Emotional Intelligence for class 11 students at DPS Indirapuram - May 1, 2018

IILM Centre for Teaching, Research, & Learning (CTRL)

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Activities of CTRL

CTRL's series on '21stC Education',

Since March 2018 facilitators from IILM have delivered workshops at several institutions in NCR and nationwide. We now host a monthly series ’21stC Education’. Some previous sessions are below:

October 07, 2023: "Different Pathways for becoming an effective researcher"

Sleep Awareness Session - 10th - 16th March, 2024

September 4, 2023: Systematic Reviews through PRISMA

August 21, 2023: "Concepts and Implementation of NEP"

November 05 2023: Outcome based Education

May 23, 2022: Classroom Management, Pedagogy and Well-being in Schools

May 4, 2019: Citizenship Awareness among Children

April 20, 2019: Participant Centered Learning

March 16, 2019: "Critical Thinking: Why do students need it and how can we inculcate it?"

February 16, 2019: Early Childhood Curriculum by Prof Sunita Singh

January 19, 2019: Inquiry and the teaching of Science: Reflections for teachers by Dr Manasi T. Navani

December 15, 2018: "Cultural-historical Assessment: A developmental Approach to Assess Children's Learning"

December 15, 2018: "Cultural-historical Assessment: A developmental Approach to Assess Children's Learning"

November 3, 2018: "Simulating Learning in the Classroom"

October 6, 2018: "Understanding School Based Assessment: Reflection for Teachers"

September 22, 2018: "Teaching and Learning in the Age of Robotics"

August, 18 2018: "Shifting Trends in Education: Reimagining Pedagogy for School Teaching".

Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CIE)

VISION & MISSION

CENTRE HEAD

ADVISORY BOARD MEMBERS

IILM University promotes entrepreneurship and employability with a focus on skill development and technology. This will involve

Key Associations

IILM University has signed Memorandum of Understanding ( MOU)with some key organizations to enable associations that encourage Entrepreneurship in Delhi-NCR/Gurgaon . These make IILM University a single window hub of knowledge and incubation for students and budding entrepreneurs

Events

G20 UNIVERSITY CONNECT - Engaging Young Minds

The Explorer Environmentalist Caretakers Journey

Innovative Insights on Systematic Literature Reviews - The Impact & implementation of SWSF

Achieving Problem - Solution fit & Product - Market fit

Merging Blockchain and Carbon Footprint Reduction Elements on a Single platform

Panel Discussions – Job Creators vs Job Takers

Idea Generation Workshop Conducted For Students Of IILM University | 15th October 2018

IILM Students Participate in the IIT Kharakpur Event - EAD & LSM | 15th October 2018

Start Up Saturday | 25th August 2018

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