IIM Visakhapatnam hosted Samson Okegbemi (Economics) and Ms. Ruth Okhah (Digital Financial Inclusion), Visiting Scholars from Keele University, for a 15-day academic engagement at the Institute from August 3 to 17, 2026.

During their stay, the scholars participated in a range of academic and research activities, including econometrics workshops, research writing, case teaching and writing, field experiments, research presentations, interactions with faculty and scholars, experience-sharing sessions, and social immersion.

The scholars also had the opportunity to engage in meaningful interactions with the Director, faculty members, and IIMV PhD scholars, facilitating valuable exchanges of research perspectives and academic experiences. IIM Visakhapatnam hosted a dinner gala for its PhD scholars. The evening provided an engaging platform for insightful discussions, experience-sharing, and networking among faculty and scholars.

The visit culminated on August 17 with a certificate distribution ceremony, where the scholars received their certificates from Prof. M. Chandrasekhar, Director, IIM Visakhapatnam, marking the successful completion of their academic engagement at the Institute.

Our Sincere thanks to Prof. Amit Shankar, Dean (Research), and Prof. Rambalak, PhD Chair, for their valuable guidance and support in strengthening international academic engagement and research collaboration.