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Campus Corridors to Corporate Leaders: the RCM Hyderabad Alumni Meet 2026
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Regional College of Management
Three decades of MBA, PGDM, and MCA graduates returned to Hyderabad to reconnect, reflect, and hear where RCM Bhubaneswar’s 44-year legacy is headed next — including a keynote from JP Morgan’s Vivek Vidyarthi.
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Date
Jun 23, 2026
Venue
Sailing Club
City
Hyderabad
Chapter
Hyderabad
Batches
1988–2015
Programmes
MBA · PGDM · MCA
About This Video
What this recap covers
This official recap documents the RCM Hyderabad Alumni Meet 2026, hosted by the Hyderabad Alumni Chapter of Regional College of Management, Bhubaneswar. It features welcome addresses from RCM’s leadership, a corporate keynote from JP Morgan’s Vivek Vidyarthi, and unscripted reflections from alumni across the MBA, PGDM, and MCA programmes — alongside the informal networking, music, and conversation that defined the evening.
Video Highlights
What you'll see on screen
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Virtual welcome address by Dr. Pritam Pal, Director, RCM Bhubaneswar
Joint welcome message from Dr. Sanghamitra Pal, Director, RGBS
Leadership talk on the future of work from Dr. Shradha Padhi
Corporate keynote by Mr. Vivek Vidyarthi, VP – Strategy, JP Morgan
Deep dive into RCM's AI-FIRST Learning Ecosystem
Overview of the PLUS Programme and its four pillars
Real alumni success stories from batches 1988–2015
Chapter leadership announcement: Mr. Mahesh Patra
Alumni perspectives on technology and industry disruption
Open networking, mentorship conversations, and community-building
Advice on Python, AI, Machine Learning, and DevOps skills
Recognition of RCM's 17,000+ member global alumni network
Video Description
The full story behind the evening
The RCM Hyderabad Alumni Meet 2026 brought together accomplished alumni from the MBA, PGDM, and MCA programmes for an inspiring evening of networking, leadership discussions, and shared memories. Held at the Sailing Club, Hyderabad, the event welcomed graduates representing batches from 1988 to 2015, highlighting nearly three decades of RCM’s legacy in management and technology education. Alumni who once studied together reunited to celebrate their journeys and strengthen the bonds of the ever-growing RCM community.
The event featured virtual addresses by Dr. Pritam Pal, Director of RCM Bhubaneswar, and Dr. Sanghamitra Pal, Director of RGBS, who thanked alumni for their continued support and reaffirmed the institution’s commitment to delivering future-ready education. They shared RCM’s vision of building an AI-FIRST Learning Ecosystem, where innovation, industry collaboration, and emerging technologies prepare students for the evolving global workforce.
Expanding on this vision, Dr. Shradha Padhi, Additional Director of RCM, introduced the institution’s transformative PLUS Programme, which combines industry certifications, experiential learning, global exposure, and competency-based learning with academic excellence. Her presentation highlighted how RCM is equipping students with practical skills that meet the expectations of today’s employers, while encouraging alumni to actively participate as mentors and industry partners.
The keynote address by Mr. Vivek Vidyarthi, Vice President – Strategy at JP Morgan, offered valuable insights into leadership, innovation, adaptability, and continuous learning. Drawing from his corporate experience, he emphasized that long-term career success depends not only on technical expertise but also on the ability to embrace change, develop problem-solving skills, and continuously upskill in a rapidly evolving business environment.
A highlight of the evening was the alumni interaction session, where professionals from organizations including JP Morgan, Accenture, IBM, Cognizant, Dell, and Axis Bank shared their career journeys and practical advice for aspiring professionals. The event also marked the appointment of Mr. Mahesh Patra (MBA Batch of 2008) as Lead of the Hyderabad Alumni Chapter, reinforcing RCM’s commitment to strengthening its 17,000+ global alumni network. More than a reunion, the Hyderabad Alumni Meet 2026 reflected the lasting impact of the RCM community in fostering mentorship, collaboration, professional growth, and lifelong connections across industries.
What You'll Learn
Takeaways from the video
AI-FIRST Learning Ecosystem
Discover how RCM is transforming education by integrating Artificial Intelligence, emerging technologies, and industry-driven learning across every academic programme.
The PLUS Programme Advantage
Explore how RCM's PLUS Programme combines industry certifications, experiential learning, global exposure, and practical skill development to prepare students for modern careers.
Leadership Lessons from JP Morgan
Learn from Mr. Vivek Vidyarthi, Vice President – Strategy at JP Morgan, as he shares insights on leadership, adaptability, innovation, and lifelong learning.
Real Career Stories from Alumni
Hear inspiring experiences from RCM alumni working at leading organizations including JP Morgan, IBM, Accenture, Cognizant, Dell, and Axis Bank, and discover the skills that shaped their success.
Strengthening the Alumni Network
See how the Hyderabad Alumni Chapter continues to build stronger professional connections, mentorship opportunities, and collaborative initiatives with the appointment of Mr. Mahesh Patra as Chapter Lead.
A Legacy That Inspires Generations
Experience how RCM's 17,000+ global alumni network continues to support placements, mentorship, knowledge sharing, and career growth while shaping the future of the institution and its students.
Why This Alumni Meet Matters
More than nostalgia
Alumni meets are often dismissed as purely nostalgic events, but the Hyderabad Alumni Meet 2026 demonstrates why they matter strategically for both institutions and students. For RCM, the event served as a direct feedback loop — alumni working inside major corporations shared real-time insight into hiring expectations, skill gaps, and industry direction, all of which feed back into curriculum design. For current and prospective students, it signals that a business school’s value doesn’t end at graduation; it compounds through an active, engaged alumni community offering mentorship, referrals, and industry access decades later. For alumni themselves, chapters like the newly formalized Hyderabad chapter create a structured way to stay connected, give back, and benefit from a growing professional network.
Industry Insights Shared
What alumni and speakers discussed
Leadership in a changing corporate ecosystem
Vivek Vidyarthi's address centered on how leadership expectations have shifted with technological disruption, urging professionals to prioritize adaptability over static expertise.
Industry-academia collaboration
Multiple speakers emphasized that closing the gap between classroom learning and workplace demands requires ongoing, active partnership — not one-off guest lectures.
Automation and changing job functions
Alumni pointed to the shift from manual processes to automation and AI-driven workflows across IT services, banking, and consulting.
Long-term career mobility
Alumni with 15–25+ year careers shared how moving across companies — from IT services firms to global banks — required continual reskilling rather than reliance on their original degree alone.
Featured Speakers
Voices from the evening
Dr. Pritam Pal
Director, RCM
“Our alumni are the true ambassadors of RCM. Your achievements continue to inspire our students and shape the future of our institution.”
Dr. Sanghamitra Pal
Director, RGBS
“Thank you for staying connected. Together, we continue strengthening RCM’s legacy through collaboration, mentorship, and lifelong alumni engagement.”
Dr. Shradha Padhi
Additional Director, RCM
“RCM is evolving into an AI-FIRST Learning Ecosystem, empowering future leaders through innovation, industry collaboration, and the transformative PLUS Programme.”
Mr. Vivek Vidyarthi
Vice President – Strategy, JP Morgan
“Leadership, innovation, and adaptability are the cornerstones of future success. Continue learning, creating impact, and inspiring the next generation.”
Mr. Mahesh Patra
MBA Batch of 2008 Chapter Lead - Hyderabad Alumni Chapter
“Honored to lead the Hyderabad Alumni Chapter, fostering stronger connections, meaningful mentorship, professional networking, and lifelong engagement with RCM.”
About RCM Bhubaneswar
A 44-year Techno-Management legacy
Regional College of Management (RCM), Bhubaneswar is a leading Techno-Management institution offering MBA, PGDM, and MCA programmes, with a 44-year legacy of developing business leaders, innovators, and industry professionals. RCM is recognized among the top MBA colleges, top PGDM colleges, and top MCA colleges in the region for its technology-forward approach to management education.
The institution’s flagship initiative is its AI-FIRST Learning Ecosystem, embedding artificial intelligence and emerging technology skills across academic programmes rather than confining them to electives. Supporting this is the PLUS Programme, an integrated framework combining industry certifications, experiential learning, corporate exposure, and global exposure to build the competencies employers look for — positioning graduates for immediate deployability in a fast-changing corporate landscape.
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Global Alumni Network
Mentorship
Internships
Placements
Knowledge Sharing
Professional Networking
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FAQ
Everything about the meet
Q01What happened at the RCM Hyderabad Alumni Meet 2026?
RCM Bhubaneswar hosted a reunion for MBA, PGDM, and MCA alumni from the 1988–2015 batches at the Sailing Club, Hyderabad, on June 23, 2026, featuring leadership addresses, a JP Morgan keynote, and alumni networking.
Q02Who attended the Hyderabad Alumni Meet?
Alumni from RCM’s MBA, PGDM, and MCA programmes across batches from 1988 to 2015 attended, along with RCM’s institutional leadership joining virtually.
Q03What is the PLUS Programme?
The PLUS Programme is RCM’s initiative integrating industry certifications, experiential learning, global exposure, and targeted competencies to make students highly deployable in today’s corporate landscape.
Q04What is the AI-FIRST Learning Ecosystem?
It is RCM’s institutional transformation embedding artificial intelligence and emerging technology skills across its academic programmes, rather than treating them as optional electives.
Q05Can RCM alumni mentor current students?
Yes. Alumni at the Hyderabad meet expressed strong interest in mentoring current students, and RCM actively facilitates mentorship as part of its industry-academia collaboration efforts.
Q06What programmes does RCM Bhubaneswar offer?
RCM offers MBA, PGDM, and MCA programmes, structured around its AI-FIRST Learning Ecosystem and PLUS Programme.
RCM Alumni Meet 2026
Once an RCMight, Always an RCMight
Celebrate memories, reconnect with your batchmates, expand your professional network, and inspire the next generation of future leaders.
