In the heart of an educational institution, lies the magic of empowerment, where individuals are given the canvas to thrive through a continuous journey of learning, unlearning, and relearning. Such is the essence of Krea, a place where this transformative process is not just encouraged but celebrated.

Each passing week unveils stories not just of success, but of resilience, innovation, and the unwavering spirit of perseverance. These narratives weave together to form the fabric of our shared experiences, inspiring us to reach new heights.

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Round 3 Admissions to the 5 year Integrated BBA+MBA Programme at IFMR Graduate School of Business (GSB) at Krea University are now open. Please direct interested candidates here

Admissions to the 2 year postgraduate MBA programme are also open, please direct interested candidates here

Do you know someone who aspires to join Krea and wants to tour the Krea campus? Ask them to register to visit Krea's sprawling campus at Sri City, and experience the academic and residential facilities on offer, first-hand. The campus is located 55 kms from Chennai and is well connected by road and air.

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Prof Mukund Padmanabhan has been awarded the title of Distinguished Professor of Philosophy by Krea University in recognition of his outstanding contribution to research and teaching.

He has recently authored a book titled The Great Flap of 1942, published by Penguin Random House, which presents a narrative history of the Japanese attacks in Southeast Asia and their impact on India.

A paper titled Face - An Insufficient Technology of the Subject by Dr Srajana Kaikini, Assistant Professor of Philosophy at SIAS, Krea University has been published in Sambhashan’s special issue on Technology, Art, and Society (July - September, 2023) (Volume 4, Issue 3) pp.19-33. In this paper, Dr Kaikini philosophically explores the face in art history to argue for a renewed understanding of its relationship to the subject.
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Moturi Satyanarayana Centre for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences presents an insightful talk on the topic: Of regional landscape engagements in the past: Chi’nar (Platanus orientalis) in the making of landscape gardening in Kashmir by Dr Mumtaz Ahmad Numani on 31 January, 2024 from 2.30 pm to 3.45 pm at Seminar Hall - 2 on Sri City campus. The speaker will discuss and highlight the contribution of Chi’nar (Platanus orientalis) in the making of landscape gardens in the Kashmir valley. Was Chi’nar a native of Kashmir or was it imported to Kashmir? Was Chi’nar seen as an integral part of Kashmir landscape ecology or was it merely used as a material of aesthetic gratification in the making of landscape gardens in Kashmir?
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The valedictory function of the inaugural batch of the Profitability Analytics and Enterprise Performance Management certificate programme took place on 20 January, 2024 at Krea University Admin Office.

Mr Rajesh Raghavan, President - Corporate at Rane Holdings Ltd, served as the Chief Guest for the occasion. Prof Lakshmi Kumar, Dean of IFMR GSB at Krea University, graced the event and engaged with the participants. Notable figures from IFMR GSB, including Prof Balasubramanian G, Senior Professor and Advisor in Finance, Accounting & Quantitative Finance; Prof N Chandrasekaran, Professor in Operations Management; and Dr Jayaram Ramakrishnan, Associate Professor in Finance, Accounting & Quantitative Finance, who were instrumental in teaching during the programme, were in attendance and addressed the participants. Mr Ramanathan Hariharan, Executive Director of Executive Education, also participated in the event.

The comprehensive 30-hour programme delved into the Profitability Analytics Framework, a strategic process crafted to generate high-quality internal decision-support information catering to decision-makers at all levels within an organisation, spanning from the executive suite to the operational frontlines and customer touchpoints.

The programme drew participants from various distinguished companies, including Lucas TVS, Rane Holdings Pvt Ltd, Rane NSK, Sona Comstar, TAFE, ABI Showatech (India) Pvt Limited, ABI Soorai Green, and Turbo Energy Private Limited.

The Arthasabha Committee at IFMR GSB, Krea University skillfully redefined finance, transforming transactions into captivating tales during their two-day finauction event from 19 to 20 January, 2024. Modelled after the IPL auction, teams engaged in spirited bidding for different teams and players, testing their budgeting skills and financial knowledge. The first day featured an engaging quiz round, drawing overwhelming student participation, followed by the thrilling auction on the subsequent day. The bidding battle between teams was truly captivating, making it a financial masterpiece orchestrated by the committee.

On 23 January, 2024 students at IFMR GSB, Krea University were treated to a magical night of music, courtesy – Raga Club's 'Sur-Kshetra' event. The club orchestrated a three-round extravaganza, commencing with the Musical Whispers round that elicited roars of laughter and fun among the participants. This was followed by two more entertaining rounds, including the Scene to Song Showdown, showcasing video songs from diverse Indian languages, and a unique Antakshari round in the finale. The latter truly put the participants' music knowledge and swift responses to the test.