PINAKI MAJUMDAR
Jamshedpur, Feb 6: Premier B- School XLRI added yet another feather to its cap as it was recognised as one among the four business schools to achieve the highest categorization of Level 5, ‘Pioneering Schools’ in Positive Impact Rating 2023.
XLRI participated in the Positive Impact Rating (PIR) 2023, providing its students with an opportunity to assess the institution’s efforts in addressing societal and sustainability issues and evaluating the positive impact of business schools.
The Positive Impact Rating (PIR) is a student-led evaluation aimed at addressing the broader role of business schools and their positive impact that extends beyond their contributions to the business and economy.
The business school is assigned to one of five levels based on its total PIR score. The categorization of the various levels reflects the business school’s developmental stage.
Fr Sebastian George, SJ, Director, said, “XLRI strongly believes in ‘For the Greater Good’ and we work for the greater common good in shaping the management education sector and the community at large. We strongly support what our students do as they dedicatedly work towards shaping our society and making it more sustainable for the greater good of humanity.”
According to Prof. Tata Raghuram, convenor,of Father Arrupe Centre for Ecology and Sustainability (FACES), “At XLRI, we believe in creating a positive impact and building a better future for all. Our vision and mission are centred around producing responsible leaders who drive change and make a difference in the world. We are committed to using our education and resources to create a positive and lasting impact on society.”
Prof Apratim Guha, chairman of the Ranking Committee commented, “XLRI endeavours to nurture ethical leaders sensitive to the environment and the society at large; and also to encourage critical thinking and continuous improvement. The Positive Impact Rating Survey offers our students an opportunity to contribute towards the same.”
