SCERT & DIETs Officers and Faculty Members at IIM Udaipur
SCERT Uttarakhand, March 23, 2025 – SCERT Uttarakhand, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Udaipur, successfully concluded a five-day Executive Education Program on Strategic Planning and Action Plan from March 19 to 23, 2025. The customized program was meticulously designed by IIM Udaipur at the special request of SCERT Uttarakhand, aiming to enhance the strategic competencies of its officers and faculty members.
A total of 33 planning members from SCERT and DIETs across Uttarakhand, including principals and lecturers, actively participated in this transformative learning experience.
Program Highlights and Objectives
The programme was expertly led by Program directors Prof. Shaleen Gopal and Prof. Prarthan B. Desai, along with Prof. Pradeep Kumar Hota from IIM Udaipur. The sessions were designed to strengthen participants' capabilities in strategic thinking, scenario planning, and action-oriented leadership, equipping them with the tools necessary to drive impactful changes in their institutions.
Key topics covered during the five days included:
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Strategic Thinking and Execution: Developing a clear vision and aligning actions with long-term institutional goals.
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Scenario Planning and Stakeholder Analysis: Preparing for future uncertainties by identifying potential challenges and involving key stakeholders.
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Balanced Scorecards and Performance Incentives: Implementing performance measurement tools to ensure accountability and effectiveness.
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Leadership and Change Management: Strengthening leadership skills to drive meaningful reforms in educational institutions.
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Job Design and Organizational Efficiency: Optimizing roles and responsibilities to enhance productivity and effectiveness.
Interactive and Practical Learning Experience
The program featured a blend of interactive lectures, case studies, and group activities, making the sessions highly engaging and practical. Participants worked on real-world scenarios relevant to SCERT and DIETs, ensuring the direct applicability of the concepts learnt.
The case-based learning approach enabled the participants to collaboratively analyse challenges, devise solutions, and develop actionable strategies. The practical exercises enhanced their problem-solving skills, making them more adept at addressing organisational issues.
Key Takeaways and Participant Action Plans
One of the major highlights of the program was the creation and presentation of action plans by the participants. These action plans outlined strategies to tackle both challenges and opportunities in Uttarakhand's educational landscape. The plans focused on:
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Enhancing academic quality through structured planning and execution.
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Integrating technology into teaching and learning processes.
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Improving institutional governance with data-driven decision-making.
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Fostering collaboration between SCERT, DIETs, and local schools to implement innovative practices.
Leadership Endorsement and Appreciation
He further encouraged the faculty members to prepare a comprehensive roadmap that will position SCERT Uttarakhand as a leading SCERT in India through strategic interventions and continuous innovation.
Dr. Ajay K. Chaurasia, Program Coordinator, also lauded the participants for their enthusiastic involvement. He highlighted how the program fostered meaningful insights into scenario planning and milestone-driven execution, which will significantly contribute to the long-term development of SCERT and DIETs.
Impact and Future Roadmap
The Executive Education Program concluded with a renewed commitment from the participants to implement their action plans effectively. The insights gained during the five days are expected to strengthen the strategic capabilities of SCERT and DIETs, enabling them to design and execute impactful educational programs.
By applying the principles of strategic management, stakeholder collaboration, and performance measurement, SCERT Uttarakhand aims to elevate the quality of education across the state, setting a benchmark for other SCERTs in India.
Conclusion
The successful completion of this program marks a significant milestone in the journey of SCERT Uttarakhand towards becoming a more strategically agile and forward-thinking institution. The collaboration with IIM Udaipur has not only enriched the participants with valuable knowledge and skills but has also laid a strong foundation for future-focused educational reforms in Uttarakhand.
SCERT Uttarakhand looks forward to building on this momentum, ensuring that the strategies and action plans developed during the program translate into real-world improvements in educational quality and institutional effectiveness.