At the heart of any eminent B-school, lies a legacy built on the accomplishments of its alumni. The alumni base adds to the institutional legacy and acts as the wind beneath the wings for students and young aspirants. With 14000+ alums across the globe, K J Somaiya Institute of Management (KJSIM) stands as a testament to this, boasting a rich legacy of success stories woven by its graduates over the past 40 years, who have ventured into diverse fields, leaving an indelible mark on the professional landscape. For K J Somaiya Institute of Management, the alumni success stories intricately weave a narrative of collective growth, passion, and transformation. KJSIM Alums have gone on to make a mark for themselves as leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators and social changemakers.
Enterprising Entrepreneurs:
Several alumni of K J Somaiya Institute of Management have ventured into the entrepreneurial realm, shaping industries, and creating meaningful impact. Jamnadas Majethia (fondly called as JD Majethia) of hugely popular Indian sitcoms like Khichdi, Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai and Wagle ki Duniya, graduated from KJSIM in 1989 along with his batchmate Aatish Kapadia, both of them started their individual journeys after graduation. However, their common penchant of making people happy led them to come together and start a production house to make these immensely loved and popular shows. The friendship and network forged in the B-school is a great story of collective growth.
Global Corporate Leaders:
The institute has been a catalyst for nurturing global leaders, one such leader is Jaishankar Srinivasan, Alum of 1994 batch, currently serving as Managing Director and Group COO for Deutsche Bank (Singapore), he stands as a testament to the institute’s commitment to grooming leaders with a global perspective. The journey from the classrooms of K J Somaiya to boardrooms on an international bank and being a part of the Association of Banks in Singapore underscores the transformative power of collaborative education.
Innovators in Sustainable Practices:
As the world grapples with environmental challenges, KJSIM alumni are at the forefront of driving sustainability initiatives. Sanjay Podder, Alum of 2000 batch, Managing Director & Global Lead – Technology Sustainability Innovation, Accenture, was recognised as an Eisenhower Fellow in 2017 for his work to accelerate societal transformation with Technology. Being the Co-Founder and Board Member of Green Software Foundation, he is instrumental in changing the culture of building software across the tech industry, and ensure sustainability becomes a core priority to software teams.
Value-based & Purpose-driven Leaders:
In an era dominated by technological advancements and businesses, KJSIM alumni are bringing about a change in the social sector as well. Many of KJSIM alums, after working for considerable time in the MNCs, have found their calling to help and elevate people at ground level. After spending 2 decades in the IT industry, Shivani Gupta, Alum of 1994 batch, chose to move to the social sector and currently leads Womanity Foundation, an organisation accelerating gender equality through innovative investments.
These success stories, diverse yet interconnected, echo a common theme, the spirit of transforming together. The collaborative culture at K J Somaiya Institute of Management is not confined to classrooms, it permeates through alumni networks, industry collaborations, and shared aspirations. The institute’s role in this transformative journey is not just as an educational institute, but as a catalyst for a collective metamorphosis.
The underlying message is clear, success is not solitary but a shared endeavour. As KJSIM celebrate the achievements of individual alumni, it celebrates the collective strength of a community that transforms together. K J Somaiya Institute of Management continues to be a crucible where individuals evolve into leaders, entrepreneurs, changemakers and professionals, united by the ethos of transforming together to build a better world.
Arvind Pandi Dorai
Head – Office of Advancement (Alumni Relations, PR & Development)
K J Somaiya Institute of Management
Admissions are closing soon at K J Somaiya Institute of Management for MBA (With Major and Minor), MBA in Healthcare Management, and MBA in Sports Management for the batch of 2024-26.
The last date to apply is January 18, 2024. For application submissions or further information, please click here.