IIM-I gets 3rd rank in Central Asia, tops 4 Palmes of Excellence in Eduniversal rankings 2024

Indore: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Indore secured 3rd rank in Central Asia and 1st in the 4 Palmes of Excellence category in the Eduniversal Rankings 2024, the institute said in a statement on Friday.

The Eduniversal Palmes of Excellence Rankings assess business schools across 153 countries based on qualitative and quantitative criteria, including accreditations, global partnerships, international collaborations, and peer recognition through the Deans' Vote. IIM-I Dean's Vote score jumped from 136 per cent in 2023 to 358 per cent.

Among the 1,000 best business schools across 153 countries and nine geographical zones, including Africa, Central Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, Eurasia and the Middle East, Far East Asia, Latin America, North America, Oceania, and Western Europe, 74 per cent of the deans participated in the Deans' Vote survey, underscoring the global influence and recognition of the Eduniversal Rankings.

The award was received by Professor Himanshu Rai, director, IIM Indore, at the Eduniversal World Convention held in Guadalajara, Mexico, on November 21, 2024.

"Achieving the 3rd rank in Central Asia and the 1st rank in the 4 Palmes of Excellence category is a significant milestone for IIM Indore. This recognition underscores our relentless pursuit of excellence and our commitment to shaping socially responsible leaders who drive innovation and inclusivity. As we continue to build our global presence, we now set our sights on reaching the 5 Palmes category in the near future," said Rai.

"I am even more delighted to see the top three ranks in Central Asia being claimed by IIMs – IIM Bangalore, IIM Ahmedabad, and IIM Indore taking the lead. This remarkable achievement reflects the growing influence and recognition of Indian business schools on the global stage," he said.

IIM-I has global partnerships with 60 educational institutions across 24 countries.