RIIM Pune (Ramachandran International Institute of Management) hosted an inspiring interaction session with IPS Officer Manoj Sharma, whose life story inspired the critically acclaimed film “12th Fail”.
The event was inaugurated by RIIM Chairman Prof. Suraj Sharma and Chief Mentor Retd. IPS Shri Rajendra Singh, and welcomed by Director Dr. Ajit Sane and Dean Dr. Manisha Saxena.
Manoj Sharma recounted his transition from an academically struggling student to a respected IPS officer, highlighting obstacles, failures, self‑doubt, and the crucial support of his wife during his Civil Services preparation.
He emphasized the importance of self‑discipline, consistency, focus, resilience, and viewing failures as learning opportunities.
The session aimed to provide experiential learning, fostering confidence, adaptability, and leadership among management students.
RIIM Pune announced the launch of its PGDM + SAP CXOs program, a pioneering initiative that combines advanced SAP training with executive leadership development to bridge management education and industry expectations.
The program is designed to equip students with future‑focused skills, industry exposure, leadership competencies, and practical business knowledge for the dynamic corporate environment.
