Nishadya – The Marketing Club

NISHADYA means “market” in the Sanskrit language. The aim of the club is to provide academic and networking assistance, which will be instrumental in crafting long, successful marketing careers. Dr Verghese Kurien was always a firm believer in the dictum that ‘Brand’ is power. Undoubtedly, marketing is one of the most important aspects of running a successful organisation, be it development or corporate.
To facilitate the same, we organize interactive sessions and workshops hosted by experts and professionals as well as innovative contests for participants in order to bridge the gap between academic and experiential learning.

Arthaysa – The Finance Club

Arthasya – The Finance Club believes that finance as a discipline is about evolution and inclusion. The club’s objective is to educate the participants about modern-day finance, fintech and the role of financial institutions. The club aims to develop a constructive culture in future rural managers and enable them with tools to apply the theoretical concepts they have learnt in classrooms.
As rural managers, we must be armed with the tools to minimise uncertainties. Arthasya considers this by facilitating learning through academicians, researchers, industry practitioners and students. It gives us a platform to learn from the experience of others and ends up promoting a process of gaining knowledge and wisdom.

Pravartana – The Operation Club

Pravartana, the operations club, is a student-run initiative at IRMA Anand that cultivates the interest of the student community in the field of operations by giving opportunities to concentrate on operations and supply chain management, critically assessing strategic thinking abilities, and comprehending how actions and decisions affect necessary company measures and leadership goals. Through simulation games, case competitions, quizzes, live projects, and guest lectures/talks, we try to bridge the gap between classroom teachings and practical application in a variety of operations fields, including operations management, logistics and supply chain planning, inventory management, etc.

iSEC

IRMA by facilitating the creation of effective and scalable organizations; mainly social organizations by being a launching pad for innovative and comprehensively designed development interventions. iSEC derives its values and motivation from the sacrosanct legacy that the India’s milkman has left behind.

IRMA – Development Consultancy Club

IDCC focuses on the development domain. We work on curating live case studies, approaching consultancy firms for live projects, and conducting debates and MUN. IDCC believes in creating a community who are passionate about upskilling which will help in the development domain. The community learns together and creates valuable output for society. IDCC is fortunate to have Dr. Vivek Pandey as the mentor and constant support from Verghese Kurien Policy Lab.

i-Spirit – Mindfullness Activity Peace

In our opinion, the IRMAn spirit stands for the spirit of humanity, collectivism, and the simple principle of owning and Help Others Grow. The foundation for developing such individuals lies in self-development. The i-Spirit club believes that Yoga, Meditation, and Mindfulness are highly instrumental in achieving the objective of self-development. The stress the youth faces is immense at this age, and to deal with it, they are occupied in various counter-productive pursuits. Their energies can be channelized in a better manner with the help of Yoga, Meditation, and Mindfulness which will not only ensure their well-being but also provide a higher purpose in life. The club, in its entirety, aims to help the participants develop themselves into individuals who will go out in the world and exhibit the IRMAn spirit in their life by working towards the betterment of the masses.

Jigyasa

Jigyasa, as the word indicates, is a club for enthusiasts, specifically in the field of quizzing.We promote an adventurous quizzing experience for the IRMA participants that not just leads then to brainstorming but also creates an opportunity of fun amidst the hectic MBA schedule.

Melomaniacs

Melomaniacs is the high to your blues, the club that aspires to bring under one umbrella, the diverse voices and instruments, styles and cultures so that we can learn from one another through the art of music. Our values are rooted in the belief that there is melody in everything, from the chirping of birds to the pitter patter of raindrops and the art of synchronizing this is the art of creating music. At Melomaniacs, we invite every IRMAN/Non-IRMAN to come together and let the art of synchronization flow freely.

SPECTRUM

SPECTRUM Club creates a safe space for LGBTQ+ students and their allies to share what’s on their minds, especially regarding LGBTQ+ issues and also encourages the harmony of different sexual, romantic, and gender identities to create a safe environment for everyone on campus. . We also talk about other topics, such as historical events and how that has impacted us. We also bring guest speakers to sensitise people about issues on sexuality and mental health. Club’s activities revolve around their goal of educating people so that bigotry does not exist due to ignorance. We wish to create a more inclusive space for all individuals, irrespective of their gender identities in IRMA.

Laasya- The Nritiyashala of IRMA

Laasya works to proliferate the culture of dance in the lives of IRMA students and its community to harbor an inclusive environment and further make it a sustainable venture. Laasya conducts workshops, dance battles, flashmobs and choreographs dances for each cultural event. Including dancers, non dancers and first time performers, Laasya has successfully engaged more than fifty students in single event. When the daily toil of studies, pre reads, post reads, assignments, and quizzes suck out all the creativity and enthusiasm, with dance Laasya brings joy among participants.

Chanakya

Club Chanakya is dedicated to training students for summer internships and final placement. We collaborate with industry leaders and experts to bring actionable intelligence to IRMA participants. We organise sessions for Group Discussion, Personal Interviews, CV building, Body language, and leadership skills development. We help the participants by connecting them with our Alumni and relevant industry experts to learn from their experiences.

Abhyudaya

Abhyudaya was established in 2017 in response to the ever increasing curiosity of the participants regarding the development and public policy sector. The club intends to enhance the learning experience of its members by conducting various events. The club envisages enhancing the employability of all participants so that they are relevant in the job market. It intends to do this by conducting various workshops that will help the members understand the current requirements in the sector while honing their technical skills.

INAM – IRMA Natya Manch

INAM is a platform wherein participants can experience the power of theatrical expression while bringing social issues affecting the masses to light. It encourages both compassion and tolerance in participants and the audience by helping them to relate with greater sensitivity to different situations, backgrounds, and cultures.
Guided by these principles INAM has rolled out performances related to theatre forms including 鮮ukkad Natak’ and stage plays serving to highlight some critical issues ailing our society. INAM aspires to stage meaningful performances and help participants develop the ability of self-expression through acting, seminar discussions, workshops, review writing, script interpretation, and technical proficiency in set, costume and light design.

Jaivik – The Organic Farming Club

Jaivik: The Organic Farming Club of IRMA is now a full-fledged hub of entrepreneurial activity. Every year, participants invest in the club and join as shareholders. They grow organic vegetables on campus and sell them to residents in and around IRMA’s campus. Participants perform different kinds of field activities like field preparation, seed showing, and irrigation to get in-hand experience in farming activities & understand the problems of marginal farmers. Every input required in organic farming is prepared by the participant community. Jaivik is also solely responsible for conducting interactive sessions with Agribusiness experts, bringing awareness and developing inclination towards organic production and learning the intricacies of organic business.

Reflexion – The Photography Club

Reflexion, the photography club, captures the very essence of humanity in IRMA. Started by PRM34 and resurrected by PRM 40, Reflexion is a platform for photography enthusiasts of IRMA who have a penchant for photography, want to hone their skills, and showcase it to the world. We believe that every moment of the campus holds something special, and there is always something interesting going on. Reflexion intends to bring these lively moments in and off campus in the most picturesque manner so that wherever we all are, these memories linger on independent of time, keeping the essence intact.

Krishinova

Krishinova – The Agribusiness Club aims at solving modern-day challenges in the agribusiness sector through a collaborative approach, keeping in mind the challenges faced by farmers. Founded by PRM 41 (Batch of 2022), the club is a platform for participants of all academic backgrounds to learn more about the problems in the corporate sector and develop skills to tackle the same.

Krishinova plans to substantiate this vision by collaborating with industry leaders for interactive sessions and a peak into the real world of agribusiness. It also publishes monthly newsletters and fortnightly LinkedIn posts on agribusiness, apart from workshops and exhibitions.

Poshan

Poshan is a Student Interest Group (SIG) formed in December 2020 with the aim of creating awareness on the different aspects and dimensions of nutrition and to serve as a platform for increasing the collective knowledge of everyone at IRMA on topics related to nutrition. Our activities include taking the initiative of Jooz-I forward which operated as a business providing fresh fruits, juices, and shakes on campus.
Purpose-
-To increase awareness of these topics and issues among our fellow IRMANs.
-To provide a platform for those who may have insights on these topics and issues to express their opinions.
-Provision of healthy appetizers.