Our Applications Cover Diverse Corporate Markets

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Our Software is quick, lean, and market-focused.

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● KIIT SCHOOL OF LEADERSHIP · MBA IEV

Build the venture:
Lead, Launch,Scale.

KIIT’s practice-first School of Leadership blends management, venture building, and social impact. Ship real products, work with operators, and step into a network that backs bold builders.

✔ AICTE-approved

Venture as Thesis

Seed Funding Access

✔ AICTE-approved

Venture as Thesis

Seed Funding Access

✔ AICTE-approved

Venture as Thesis

Seed Funding Access

Proof & Readiness

We back builders with real traction.

423+ startups powered by KIIT-TBI

₹13B+ funding facilitated

10,000+ jobs created

40+ Professors of Practice

50+ ecosystem partners

Weekly studios, juries, and Demo Day prep keep you investor-ready.

What is KSLD?

KIIT School of Leadership (KSLd)

With Viksit Bharat in mind, KIIT School of Leadership (KSLd) aims to nurture future leaders by developing key qualities, skills, and knowledge to drive positive change with technical expertise, initiatives, and visionary foresight across sectors. By leveraging KIIT’s unique strength in multidisciplinary education, KSLd integrates insights from diverse fields, including business, technology, social sciences, and humanities. We aim to develop leaders who demonstrate commitment, expertise, and passion for their work.

At KSLd, we also believe ordinary individuals can bring about extraordinary societal change through inspired social leadership. We equips learners to navigate business complexities while making decisions that benefit society and the environment. Our comprehensive approach instills a sense of responsibility to act ethically and sustainably, contributing to a more just and prosperous global community.

For Future Leaders

Develop the qualities, skills, and knowledge to drive positive change. Master business complexities while making decisions that benefit society and the environment.

For Builders & Founders

Ship real products, work directly with operators, and gain access to KIIT-TBI’s ecosystem of 423+ startups, ₹13B+ in funding, and 300+ industry mentors.

For Social Impact

Cultivates leaders with visionary foresight. Contributes to India’s future through technical expertise, initiative, and commitment to ethical, sustainable change.

Leadership Messages

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Your Content Goes Here, Your Content Goes Here

Dr. Pinaki Nandan Pattnaik At KIIT, we are committed to developing business leaders, innovators and changemakers who can lead with purpose and drive social and economic impact. The MBA-lEV program is not just about understanding business principles but about cultivating a mindset that thrives on innovation, resilience, and entrepreneurial thinking. It is meticulously designed to equip innovators and future entrepreneurs with knowledge, skills, and strategies to navigate the complexities of building and scaling successful ventures. From ideation to execution, with mentorship from industry leaders, practical learning opportunities, and cutting-edge research resources, learners will be empowered to transform their entrepreneurial vision into reality. Dean, School of Leadership Dr. Pinaki Nandan Pattnaik Dean, School of Leadership At KIIT, we are committed to developing business leaders, innovators and changemakers who can lead with purpose and drive social and economic impact. The MBA-lEV program is not just about understanding business principles but about cultivating a mindset that thrives on innovation, resilience, and entrepreneurial thinking. It is meticulously designed to equip innovators and future entrepreneurs with knowledge, skills, and strategies to navigate the complexities of building and scaling successful ventures. From ideation to execution, with mentorship from industry leaders, practical learning opportunities, and cutting-edge research resources, learners will be empowered to transform their entrepreneurial vision into reality. Dr. Achyuta Samanta Dean, School of Leadership At KIIT, we are committed to developing business leaders, innovators and changemakers who can lead with purpose and drive social and economic impact. The MBA-lEV program is not just about understanding business principles but about cultivating a mindset that thrives on innovation, resilience, and entrepreneurial thinking. It is meticulously designed to equip innovators and future entrepreneurs with knowledge, skills, and strategies to navigate the complexities of building and scaling successful ventures. From ideation to execution, with mentorship from industry leaders, practical learning opportunities, and cutting-edge research resources, learners will be empowered to transform their entrepreneurial vision into reality.

Why MBA–IEV at KSLd?

A program designed for the next generation of founders and intrapreneurs. We bring management education and venture building under one roof.

Mentored by Founders

Studios, masterclasses, and 1:1 clinics led by founders, CXOs, policymakers, and operators.

Incubation Support

Powered by KIIT-TBI: labs, grants, legal/IP clinics, and investor rooms to launch faster.

Funding Opportunities

Demo Days, seed grants, angels, and venture partners that back student-led startups.

Action-Based Learning

Work on live problems, simulations, and your own venture – progress is your grade.

Programs & pathways

Pick your path – as a founder, intrapreneur, executive, or change-maker.

Flagship program

MBA–IEV: Innovation, Entrepreneurship & Venture Development

A two-year, AICTE-approved MBA that combines management education with venture building, leadership development, and hands-on work with real problems.

  • 2-year full-time MBA
  • Venture studio & incubation support
  • Co-taught by industry mentors

40+Mentors  ₹13B+Funding Access  423+Startups

Duration: 2 years · Full-time

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Working professionals

PACE: Leadership & executive programs

Short, intensive programs for emerging and experienced leaders who want to upgrade their skills without pausing their careers.

  • Leadership, communication & innovation
  • For early to senior professionals
  • Blended workshops & coaching
3-5Days 100+Professionals 15+Companies

3–5 day programs · Blended

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Social impact

Social research, innovation & youth leadership

Pathways for students and young professionals to engage with social issues through research, projects, and leadership initiatives.

  • Field-based research via SRI
  • Civic engagement initiatives
  • Govt & social sector partners

Labs · Projects · Fellowships

Discover social impact

Pathway

Audience

Duration

Mode

Outcome

Learn from leaders, not just lecturers.

At the School of Leadership, you learn from people who do the work every day – founders, CXOs, policymakers, development professionals, and researchers.

✔ 20+ full-time core faculty

✔ 40+ Professors of Practice

✔ Small cohorts & personalised mentoring

Dr. Pinaki Nandan Pattnaik

Dean & Core Faculty · Leadership & Vision

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Dr. Sweta Lenna Hota

Co-ordinator · Core Faculty

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Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya

Founder & CEO, IG Drones · Professor of Practice

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Samidha Mahapatra

Industry Startegy, Ericsson · Professor of Practice

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See the full leadership network

SOCIAL IMPACT

Centre for Social Research & Innovation (SRI)

Where leadership meets responsibility.

At KSLD, we believe true leadership must serve society. The SRI Centre is our hub for action-research, community projects, and policy advocacy. Students work directly with rural communities, NGOs, and government bodies to solve real-world challenges.

Action Research

Field-based studies on livelihood, education, and health.

Community Immersion

Every student spends time living and working in a rural setting.

Policy Advocacy

Translating grassroots insights into policy recommendations.

Explore SRI Initiatives →

An ecosystem that backs your ambitions.

We collaborate with government bodies, corporates, startups, investors and civil society organisations so that your learning stays connected to the real world.

Some of the organisations our students, faculty and projects engage with:

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A vibrant campus in Bhubaneswar.

The School of Leadership is part of KIIT Deemed to be University—one of India’s leading multidisciplinary campuses. You learn in a diverse, residential environment with modern infrastructure, student-led clubs, and opportunities to collaborate across disciplines.

40,000+

Students across KIIT DU

30+

Students across KIIT DU

Modern

Classrooms & Labs

LEARNER STORIES

Stories from our learners.

Every journey is different. Here’s how learners from the School of Leadership are using what they learned to shape their careers, ventures and communities.

“Every journey is different. Here’s how learners from the School of Leadership are using what they learned to shape their careers, ventures and communities.”

Sangita

MBA–IEV, Batch 2025

“Working with professors of practice shifted how I think about problems. We weren’t just solving case studies—we were working on live challenges from startups and organisations.”

Soumya

MBA–IEV, Batch 2025

“Through SRI I spent months in the field, listening to communities and co-creating solutions with local partners. It changed what leadership means to me.”lving case studies—we were working on live challenges from startups and organisations.”

Pratidwandi

MBA–IEV, Batch 2025

Ready to launch your venture?

Join the MBA–IEV program and turn your idea into a successful startup with the backing of KIIT’s ecosystem.

Join Thousands Of Happy Customers

Through Creativity, Integrity & Innovation

Why Choose Our Services?

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Avada Is Backed By An A-List Team Of Corporate Investors

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Our Directors

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Eric Widget
Eric WidgetCEO & Founder
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Helen Parkins
Helen ParkinsCTO & Partner
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Jason Response
Jason ResponseCFO & Partner
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ENSURING YOUR SYSTEMS ARE OPTIMAL

Our Software is quick, lean, and market-focused.

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ENSURING YOUR SYSTEMS ARE OPTIMAL

Avada is the perfect choice for your business software needs.

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People Matter At Avada

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