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FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam grabbed the opportunity that his roommate rejected: He can't come but can I send my resume?

Indian-origin Raj Subramaniam joined FedEx in 1991 in an entry-level role as an associate analyst. Today, he leads the company with no break in his 35-year service. In a recent podcast with Fortune editor-in-chief Alyson Shontell, he recounted how he landed the interview by chance when his roommate rejected the…

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Why online masterclasses are replacing the executive MBA?

The traditional Executive MBA is losing its dominance as learning needs change. New platforms offer short, practitioner-led programs for busy professionals. These programs provide direct access to experts who have solved real business problems. This shift reflects how quickly business knowledge now becomes outdated. Indian executives are redefining continuous learning…

The Economic Times

Bengaluru Blinkit rider turned down a ₹100 tip, and his reason has a career learning that no management degree can teach

A Blinkit order mix-up led to a valuable lesson for a product manager. The delivery partner refused extra cash, explaining his rating system. He stated that going the extra mile improved his rating to 4.8. This metric directly influenced his future earnings and performance. The incident highlighted how gig workers…

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Rs 74 lakh: Former paramilitary officer shares the cost of leaving a govt job to pursue an MBA, asks if it's worth it

MBA vs Govt job: Amit Soni left his government post for an MBA program at IIM Ahmedabad. This career change incurred significant expenses, totaling seventy-four lakh rupees. The costs included tuition, living expenses, and a resignation bond. He also forfeited a year's government salary and benefits, which was a major…

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The Australian government just told thousands of people to throw out their routers — despite experts warning it could be a major security risk

An experiment to measure internet speeds across Australia has descended into controversy as the government orders the destruction of around 4,000 routers.

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The Feynman Technique: The Most Effective Learning and Recall Method That Schools Never Teach

The Trick Feynman Used That Textbooks Don't MentionRichard Feynman could explain quantum electrodynamics to a first-year student without losing the physics. That wasn't charm. It was a deliberate method he applied to everything he wanted to genuinely understand, not just pass an exam on. The technique has four steps, and…

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She did an MBA in US, acted with Amitabh Bachchan, and left an Anil Kapoor film for marriage, now runs a Rs 120 crore chicken business empire

Perizaad Zorabian transitioned from acting to leading a large poultry business. She chose family and business over film offers and marriage. Zorabian left films after marrying and considering her biological clock. She transformed a struggling poultry firm into a Rs 120 crore enterprise. The business now employs 700 people and…

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What Azim Premji Said About Values, Ethics, and Integrity That Business Schools Miss

Chanakya Set the Standard Premji Actually KeptChanakya wrote in the Arthashastra that a leader's character is not what he declares but what he does when the cost of doing right is real. Azim Premji did not quote Chanakya. He didn't need to. When Wipro was building its early IT business…

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Bengaluru MBA graduate arrested after a cigarette purchase: Shopkeeper spots fake Rs 500 note after returning change; man recently freed in fake note case

A fake Rs 500 note used to buy a packet of cigarettes from a grocery shop in Tumakuru led police to an alleged counterfeit currency printing unit on Bengaluru's outskirts. The main accused, an MBA graduate previously arrested in a fake currency case, was allegedly running the operation after recently…

The Economic Times

MBA Forecasts Mortgage Rates of 6.5% in Q3 and Q4 2026—Why Refinancing May Still Make Sense

Mortgage rates are not drifting quietly into 2026. They are heading into the year with a very specific signal attached, and it has homeowners paying close attention. The Mortgage Bankers Association expects rates to settle around 6.5% in both Q3 and Q4 of 2026, according to projections highlighted by Forbes…

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Employers across globe continue to have confidence in MBA graduates despite AI boom: GMAC report

Global employers maintain strong faith in MBA graduates, with over half believing business degrees are more crucial than ever as technology advances. While AI's impact is acknowledged, human skills like communication and adaptability are highly valued. However, a growing concern among recruiters is a perceived decline in professionalism among recent…

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Gen Z’s hiring hell is real: 1 in 3 employers admit they’re replacing entry-level roles with AI—and tech and manufacturing jobs are most at risk

AI is eating entry-level jobs fast. And a new survey of 600 recruiters shows an MBA may no longer be the escape hatch it once was.

Fortune

A big look at the state of housing in America: Boomers won't sell, millennials can't buy, and Gen Z gets to watch the whole thing sort itself out

A new forecast says housing supply will finally outpace demand by 2035. Congratulations to everyone who wasn't born before 1997.

Fortune

UK needs to unlock the potential in black-owned businesses

New campaign launched to boost turnover in the sector by £20 billion

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Inside The Reinvention Space Where Self-Trust Becomes the Foundation for Change

Roles in mission-driven organizations eventually led Jennifer Lawson toward business leadership and an MBA before an unexpected path into the technology sector unfolded.

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Era of software and MBA is over; time to respect welders, plumbers and electricians: Chief Economic Advisor Nageswaran

"The technological advance cannot take away your employability. So you should equip yourself with trade skills. The globalising world gave us an advantage for our software, computer science or MBA education. But that era is over. It's about trade skills. It's about soft skills, which AI cannot easily replace, where…

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IIM-Calcutta lets MBA students pursue start-ups without losing placement chance

IIM-Calcutta has launched a new initiative for its MBA students. Those who choose to build startups for a year can return for campus placements the following year. The institute also welcomed its 63rd MBA batch of 480 students. The Adani Group announced continued scholarship support and a donation of bicycles…

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Weekly Mortgage Demand Jumps Nearly 11% Despite Interest Rate Volatility

The total mortgage application volume increased by almost 11% from the previous week, signaling that many buyers remain eager to enter the market despite borrowing costs that remain well above historical lows.

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Indian student shot dead after pizza delivery to vacant apartment in Philly

TOI correspondent from Washington: A 28-year-old Indian student from Telangana pursuing an MBA was shot dead in North Philadelphia after being lured to what investigators believe was a fake pizza delivery order. The killing has sent shockwaves through the Indian community in the U.S amid concerns about the safety of…

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Harvard MBA but no job: How this Indian techie eventually landed at Google with visa clock ticking down

An Indian graduate from Harvard Business School, Abhijay Vuyyuru, shares his difficult job search. He graduated without an offer and faced visa pressures. Vuyyuru utilized networking extensively to secure a product manager position at Google. His journey highlights the importance of connections in the competitive US job market. He now…

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MBA Graduate Quits ₹25 LPA Job to Drive Ola Cab, Now Earns ₹1.5 Lakh a Month

Success is often associated with prestigious degrees, high-paying corporate jobs, and impressive titles. However, a recent social media post has reignited the debate over whether unconventional career choices can sometimes lead to greater financial independence and personal fulfillment.

The Economic Times

Born in a 10x10 room, mocked for years & locked inside house; Today, Jamini, whose mother cleaned people’s homes, is the first MBA graduate in her family

Jamini's journey from rejection and hardship to self-acceptance and success is a powerful testament to resilience. Despite facing social stigma, family challenges and financial struggles, she remained focused on her education and became the first person in her family to earn an MBA. Today, living authentically as herself, Jamini is…

The Economic Times

Everyone mocked him for becoming Ola driver after rejecting Rs 25 lakh job offer. Today, his income has the same relatives saying they're 'proud'

An MBA graduate turned down a lucrative corporate job offer worth Rs 25 lakh per annum and chose to become an Ola cab driver instead. The decision surprised many and drew criticism from those around him. However, over the next three years, he reportedly expanded his venture from operating a…

The Economic Times

Ludhiana MBA graduates ditch 9-5 jobs to grow Kashmir’s ‘red gold’ saffron, sell it for Rs 12 lakh/kg

Two MBA graduates from Punjab have achieved a remarkable feat, cultivating premium Kashmiri saffron indoors in Ludhiana. Utilizing advanced aeroponic and vertical farming, they've recreated Kashmir's climate, producing 'red gold' for up to ₹12 lakh per kilogram internationally. This innovative venture 'Grow Grower' offers a promising alternative to traditional farming…

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Jab Anand Mahindra met a young MBA: M&M Chairman recalls first encounter with Padma Bhushan Uday Kotak

Industrialist Anand Mahindra reminisced about his first meeting with Uday Kotak, a young MBA graduate who pitched a bill discounting idea that evolved into a leading banking institution. Mahindra lauded Kotak's "magnificent and inspiring journey" from financial intermediation to becoming a respected global banker, acknowledging his recent Padma Bhushan honor.

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