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Viksit Bharat Needs Entrepreneurs – Dr. Manish Kothari | Beyond the degree with Shubham Purandare
Special Conversation with Dr. Manish Kothari
In this special episode of the Studium Podcast, we explore the purpose, power, and future of higher education in India through an in-depth conversation featuring Dr. Manish Kothari, Founder and President of ISBR College, Bengaluru.
Hosted by Shubham Purandare, Founder of Studium, this episode dives into some of the most important questions facing institutions today:
What is the true role of an educational institute in a student’s life?
How challenging is it to run a private higher-education institution in India?
What can we learn from the rich heritage of Indian education?
And how can India move towards Viksit Bharat through entrepreneurial skills and mindset?
Mr. Kothari shares his grounded yet visionary perspective on how institutions must go beyond degrees and placements to shape character, curiosity, and confidence in students. The conversation highlights why entrepreneurship, innovation, and skill development will play a central role in building India’s future.
This episode is a must-watch for educators, trustees, academic leaders, and students who believe that education should not just prepare learners for jobs, but empower them to create jobs, solve problems, and contribute meaningfully to the nation. Subscribe to the Studium Podcast for more thought-leadership conversations on education, data-driven decision-making, and the future of institutions.
About the speaker:
Dr. Manish Kothari is a respected education entrepreneur and the Founder & President of ISBR College, Bengaluru, a leading institution in management and higher education. With a strong focus on practice-based learning, industry connect, and holistic student development, he has played a key role in shaping ISBR as a forward-looking, career-oriented institution.
Passionate about nurturing entrepreneurial thinking among youth, Mr. Kothari actively advocates for education that builds real-world skills, ethical leadership, and innovation. In this episode, he offers deep insights into the evolving landscape of Indian higher education, the realities of running private institutions, and how platforms like Studium can support colleges in becoming more data-driven, outcome-focused, and future-ready.
Latest Podcast
Viksit Bharat Needs Entrepreneurs – Dr. Manish Kothari | Beyond the degree with Shubham Purandare
Special Conversation with Dr. Manish Kothari
In this special episode of the Studium Podcast, we explore the purpose, power, and future of higher education in India through an in-depth conversation featuring Dr. Manish Kothari, Founder and President of ISBR College, Bengaluru.
Hosted by Shubham Purandare, Founder of Studium, this episode dives into some of the most important questions facing institutions today:
What is the true role of an educational institute in a student’s life?
How challenging is it to run a private higher-education institution in India?
What can we learn from the rich heritage of Indian education?
And how can India move towards Viksit Bharat through entrepreneurial skills and mindset?
Mr. Kothari shares his grounded yet visionary perspective on how institutions must go beyond degrees and placements to shape character, curiosity, and confidence in students. The conversation highlights why entrepreneurship, innovation, and skill development will play a central role in building India’s future.
This episode is a must-watch for educators, trustees, academic leaders, and students who believe that education should not just prepare learners for jobs, but empower them to create jobs, solve problems, and contribute meaningfully to the nation. Subscribe to the Studium Podcast for more thought-leadership conversations on education, data-driven decision-making, and the future of institutions.
About the speaker:
Dr. Manish Kothari is a respected education entrepreneur and the Founder & President of ISBR College, Bengaluru, a leading institution in management and higher education. With a strong focus on practice-based learning, industry connect, and holistic student development, he has played a key role in shaping ISBR as a forward-looking, career-oriented institution.
Passionate about nurturing entrepreneurial thinking among youth, Mr. Kothari actively advocates for education that builds real-world skills, ethical leadership, and innovation. In this episode, he offers deep insights into the evolving landscape of Indian higher education, the realities of running private institutions, and how platforms like Studium can support colleges in becoming more data-driven, outcome-focused, and future-ready.
