Origin
The Indian Institute of Business Management (IIBM), Patna, was founded in 1979 by a collective of distinguished academicians, social reformers, philosophers, planners, administrators, management thinkers, and industrialists. Conceived as an autonomous all-India institution, IIBM is dedicated to training, research, and education in the fields of management, computer sciences
The institute’s core activities encompass training, research, publications, conferences, consultancy, specialized academic and technical programs. Additionally, it undertakes and implements initiatives that contribute to the social, educational, cultural, and economic development of Indian society, with a special focus on empowering the youth.
Since its inception, IIBM has consistently responded to the evolving educational needs of society through continuous evaluation and adaptation. The institute is committed to preparing educators, scholars, and professionals who understand and engage with real-world challenges faced by institutions, communities, and learners. The emphasis remains on bridging theory and research with practical application and public service, fostering reflective and transformative learning.
Our institute is well regarded by AICTE, Aryabhatta Knowledge University, and the Ministry of Education, New Delhi. IIBM, Patna is committed to providing unparalleled research, training, and teaching opportunities.
Founder:
Prof. Uttam Kumar Singh was a distinguished academician, visionary leader, and institutional builder with an extensive career dedicated to the advancement of education, research, and societal development. He served as:
- Pro-Chancellor, The Global Open University, Nagaland
- Pro-Chancellor, IG Technological & Medical Sciences University, Arunachal Pradesh
- Director General, Indian Institute of Business Management (IIBM), Patna
- Director General of several prestigious institutions, including:
- Dr. Zakir Husain Institute, Patna
- Asian Institute of Information Technology, Bengaluru
- Asian e-Governance Institute, New Delhi
- Indian Institute of Bioinformatics & Biotechnology, Patna
- Nand Kumar Singh Para-Medical College, Patna
- S.P.S. Institute of Journalism & Mass Communication, Patna
- Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Patna
- P.R.T. Institute of Environmental Sciences, Patna
- Indian Institute of Ecology & Environment, New Delhi
- National RTI Institute, Pune – Patna
Prof. Singh’s contributions span across a wide spectrum of disciplines including management, technology, environmental science, public administration, healthcare, e-governance, and journalism. His work reflects a lifelong commitment to innovation in education, nation-building, and global peace.
Academic & Professional Leadership
- Past President, Indian Commerce Association
- Past President, ICT Section, South Indian Science Congress
- Ex Vice President (East), Computer Society of India
- Vice President (Bihar), Indian Institute of Public Administration
- Indian Representative, International Federation of Information Processing, Vienna
- Chancellor (Bihar Chapter), International Association of Educators for World Peace (USA)
National & International Engagements
- Accredited Supervisor, Ministry of Communications & IT, Govt. of India
- National Verifier, City & Guilds International, London
- Chairman, IGNOU–ZHI Community College
- Ex-Chairman, Indian Society for Training & Development (Patna Chapter)
- Ex-Sectional Chairman, Indian Society for Technical Education
- Past Chairman, National Institute of Personnel Management (Patna Chapter)
Policy and Advisory Roles
- Former Member, All India Board of Management Studies, AICTE, Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India
- Honorary Member, Bihar State Council for Technical Education, Govt. of Bihar
- Chairman, Managing Committee, Women’s ITI Muzaffarpur, Govt. of Bihar – World Bank-assisted Project
Prof. Singh was a trailblazer in integrating traditional education values with modern innovations. His leadership has impacted thousands of students, educators, and administrators, and his legacy continues to shape the educational landscape across India and beyond.
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Dr. Priya Ranjan Trivedi
Dr. Priya Ranjan Trivedi (b. 1950) is an internationally renowned educationist, environmental scientist, and institution builder with over five decades of dedicated service to education, sustainability, and public policy. Recognized globally for his pioneering work, Dr. Trivedi is known for promoting the idea of creating job-givers over jobseekers by applying neological and neocratic approaches to education, research, and training.
Trailblazer in Indian Higher Education
Dr. Trivedi holds the rare distinction of being the first in India to design and launch over 50 innovative and interdisciplinary academic programs—many of which have become national benchmarks. These include:
- India’s first formal courses in Ecology & Environment (1975)
- India’s first professional training in Hospitality Management (1977)
- India’s first MBA with specializations like Disaster Management and TQM (1978)
- India’s first distance learning course in Environmental Communication (1979)
- Postgraduate courses in Bioinformatics, Geoinformatics, Peace Education, Ethics, Futurology, Vastu Science, Global Warming, and more
He is the architect behind India’s first formal academic programme in Cleanliness, Hygiene and Sanitation Education (CHASE)—a concept he introduced two decades before the national Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.
Leadership Roles
Dr. Trivedi serves or has served in various prestigious capacities:
- President, Confederation of Indian Universities
- Chairman, Indian Institute of Ecology & Environment
- Founder Chancellor, The Global Open University, Nagaland
- Founder Chancellor, Indira Gandhi Technological & Medical Sciences University, Arunachal Pradesh
- Chancellor & Vice President (South Asia), IAEWP (UN-affiliated)
- Speaker, World Spiritual Parliament
- President, Vishwa Hindu Vidyapeeth
Honors & Awards
Dr. Trivedi’s contributions have been recognized with numerous national and international awards, including:
- Fountain of Universal Peace Award, USA
- Mahatma Gandhi International Award, World Peace Academy, Alabama
- Environmental Health Award, Spain
- International Environmental Law Award, Paris
- Best Environmentalist Award, France
- Global Peace and Tolerance Award, Brussels
Author, Mentor & Policy Advisor
He is the author of the widely appreciated biography "Narendra Modi: The Man India Needs", first published in 2014. The book has since seen multiple editions and has been released by several Indian dignitaries.
Over the years, Dr. Trivedi has advised Central and State Governments on educational reforms, disaster management, environmental law, and human development. His vision, “Catch Them Young”, has influenced over 300,000 schools, colleges, and universities across India.
Legacy & Personal Ethos
Dr. Trivedi began his social service at the age of 16 and attributes his lifelong work ethic to his family's legacy of nationalism and Gandhian values. The Ramphal Foundation, established by his family in 1934 and inaugurated by Mahatma Gandhi, laid the foundation of his humanitarian vision.
With multiple degrees in Engineering, Management, Human Rights, and Environmental Law, Dr. Priya Ranjan Trivedi continues to inspire a cleaner, greener, and more peaceful world through education, innovation, and global collaboration.