AHMEDABAD, GUJRAT : In a significant development for higher education in India, the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad has inaugurated the Krishnamurthy Tandon School of Artificial Intelligence, marking a major step towards integrating advanced technology with management education. The launch reflects the growing importance of artificial intelligence in shaping future business leaders and decision-makers.
The new school has been established through a ₹100 crore endowment by Krishnamurthy Tandon and Ranjan Tandon, underscoring strong industry and alumni support for academic innovation. The inauguration ceremony was led by Chandrika Krishnamurthy Tandon, along with institutional leadership and industry experts, highlighting the collaborative nature of this initiative. Designed as a world-class interdisciplinary platform, the school aims to translate AI advancements into practical solutions across sectors. It will focus on applying AI to improve decision-making, productivity, and problem-solving in business, governance, and society. By combining technical expertise with managerial insights, the institution seeks to prepare students for leadership roles in an increasingly AI-driven world. A key highlight of the launch was the release of the school’s first research report, developed in collaboration with Persistent Systems. The report introduces an “AI Value Compass”, a framework designed to help organisations evaluate AI initiatives beyond technical feasibility, addressing gaps such as weak governance, lack of strategy, and unclear performance metrics.
Education experts note that this initiative represents a shift in how AI is taught and applied, moving beyond theory to real-world implementation and industry engagement. For students, the school offers an opportunity to gain hands-on exposure, interdisciplinary learning, and industry-relevant skills, positioning them to navigate the evolving intersection of technology, management, and societal impact.
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