The Management & HRM Department at the Institute of Business Management (IoBM) hosted its highly anticipated Eureka Fair – Fall 2024 on December 28, 2024. The event, held at Room 314 of the CBM Building, was a vibrant showcase of ingenuity, featuring 17 innovative projects developed by MBA students from the course MAN608 - Technology, Operations, & Innovation.
The Eureka Fair provided a dynamic platform for students to present their innovative business solutions and prototypes, a culmination of months of hard work and creative problem-solving. The projects reflected the students' ability to apply their academic learning to real-world challenges, offering diversified perspectives and transformative ideas. Over the years, the Eureka Fair has cemented its reputation as a launchpad for successful ventures. Many projects showcased in previous editions have been endorsed by leading technology incubators like Nest I/O, SSKIC, and NIC, with some securing grants from IoBM’s ORIC platform. This year’s fair upheld that tradition, with several projects standing out for their innovation and feasibility.
The event attracted a distinguished gathering of senior representatives from the technological and corporate sectors, who engaged with the students and evaluated their projects. Their valuable feedback and insights highlighted the potential for these prototypes to address market needs effectively. The interaction not only boosted the students' confidence but also reinforced IoBM’s commitment to fostering stronger academia-industry linkages.
The Eureka Fair at IoBM directly contributes to several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). SDG 4 – Quality Education is at the forefront, as the event allows students to apply their academic learning to real-world challenges, fostering experiential learning and innovation. The fair also aligns with SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth, as it showcases entrepreneurial projects that can lead to new ventures, job creation, and economic growth, particularly in the technology and innovation sectors. By bringing together academia and industry representatives, the event supports SDG 9 – Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, promoting innovation and the development of viable business solutions. Additionally, through the mentoring and feedback from industry leaders, the fair strengthens SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals, enhancing collaboration between academia, businesses, and technology incubators. Ultimately, the Eureka Fair plays a vital role in nurturing the next generation of leaders and innovators while supporting sustainable economic development.
Given below are the details of the guests invited and attended the Eureka Fair (Fall 2024) along with other details: Please visit the link below for more details:
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