In the heart of Lucknow, the prestigious Indian Institute of Management (IIM) stood proud, and its hallowed halls echoed with the footsteps of ambitious students who aspired to carve a niche for themselves in the corporate world.
However, a cloud of worry hung over the institution as it grappled with an unexpected challenge that threatened its long-standing legacy of a 100% placement record.
The news had spread like wildfire within the IIM Lucknow community, a marked departure from the usual celebratory atmosphere that enveloped the institution during the internship season.
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- IIM Lucknow reached out to alumnus ‘seeking employment opportunities’
- What message did the alumni receive?
- How did people react on the Internet?
IIM Lucknow reached out to alumnus ‘seeking employment opportunities’
The administration decided to draw on its greatest strength: its vast and successful network of alumni | Image: LinkedIn
Management was faced with an unusual situation: 72 brilliant minds, armed with top-notch education and unparalleled skills, were still searching for their professional foothold.
Alarmed by this unprecedented situation, the administration decided to draw on its greatest strength: its vast and successful network of alumni.
With an urgent appeal, IIM Lucknow reached out to its alumni and implored them to extend a hand to secure seats for deserving candidates.
What message did the alumni receive?
IIM Lucknow reached out to alumni | Image: X
Ravi Handa, an IIM Lucknow alumni received the message on Whatsapp, which he shared on 100% placement record.” It is not about 5-10 people but 72 candidates in IIM-L are jobless. Imagine the status in other B-schools.
The message read: “Dear batch of 2011, I hope this message finds you well. We are writing to address the current situation regarding unplaced students in our batch. Currently, 72 talented individuals are seeking employment opportunities. We are approaching to our 2011 batch students for help.”
The text to alumni further stated: “We understand that everyone has unique connections and networks, and we hope you can help place our students. If you know of any job opportunities or have connections within your professional network that align with the skill set of our 2024 batchmates, please consider recommending them or informing us about possible vacancies. Your support is crucial in maintaining the legacy of IIM Lucknow’s 100% placement record.”
In another tweet, Handa said, “For those who don’t know, IIM Lucknow is one of the old IIMs and is often considered one of the top five universities in the country. They have alumni for decades who are in extremely powerful positions.” “They can help and they will.”
How did people react on the Internet?
Needless to say, the post attracted attention on the Internet, with almost 200,000 views. Some people blamed the government and one user wrote, “Welcome to “Amrit Kaal.”
While others said that it is also the story of several other B-schools. “All B-Schools are facing the same situation, people from IIMC and IIMB are also worried,” another user wrote.
Some asked, “Are companies moving away from the MBA obsession or changing hiring processes?”
Check out the viral post here.
IIM Lucknow is reaching out to alumni to help them with placements. It is “crucial to maintain the legacy of IIM Lucknow’s 100% placement record.” These are not 5 or 10 people, but 72 IIM-L candidates who do not have jobs. Imagine the status in other B-schools. pic.twitter.com/uYaTCmY3h7
-Ravi Handa (@ravihanda) January 31, 2024
But the fact is that top graduates are unemployed today, what does that say about the future?
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Source: vtt.edu.vn