26th April 2025
St Joseph’s Institute of Management (SJIM) celebrated its 28th Annual Convocation Ceremony on
Saturday, 26th April 2025, at its campus. A total of 231 students from the Post Graduate Diploma in
Management (PGDM) programme received their graduation certificates, marking a significant
academic milestone. Three students were awarded overall ranks, and Twelve students were
awarded ranks for excellence across different academic domains. Rev. Dr. Manoj D’Souza,
Director of SJIM, welcomed the gathering and presented the Annual Report, highlighting the
institute’s growth, achievements, and ongoing commitment to academic excellence. The Chief Guest,
Mr. Raghuveer B K, CEO and Co-founder of Nivetti Systems, Bangalore, delivered the
Convocation Address. He inspired the graduates to embrace innovation, adaptability, and ethical
leadership in an increasingly dynamic global environment. Rev. Fr. Dionysius Vaz, SJ, Provincial
of the Karnataka Jesuit Province and Chairman of the SJIM Governing Council, conferred the
diplomas upon the graduating students. The ceremony was further graced by Rev. Dr. Daniel
Fernandes, SJ, Rector, and Prof. V. J. Lawrence, Dean of SJIM, who congratulated the graduates
and encouraged them to lead with integrity and social responsibility.