25 March
2026
2026
School Leaders Summit
IBCP Confluence - The New Era of Education
Join our symposium to understand how this unique qualification can empower schools and prepare students for the future of work. Hear from leading experts on the value and relevance of a world-class IB affiliation!
The IB Career-related Programme redefines education, nurturing academically strong individuals while fostering ethical thinkers and well-rounded contributors to society.
Where
Taj Lands End, Bandra, Mumbai
When
25th March 2026
Time
9:30 am to 4:30 pm
Accommodation
Special accommodation rates at Taj Lands End, Mumbai for attendees.
About
Discover the Essence
Dive into a world of insight, collaboration, and networking as we journey through the heart of the IBCP program. Uncover its significance and experience its transformative power on global education and career pathways for students.
Embark on an Odyssey of Learning: Experience the fusion of academic excellence and career-specific training. The IB Career-related Programme redefines education, nurturing academically strong individuals while fostering ethical thinkers and well-rounded contributors to society.
Speakers
Haif Bannayan
Global Director Business Development, International Baccalaureate
Dr. Anton Béguin
Chief Education Officer, International Baccalaureate
Captain Rohit Sen Bajaj
School Director, Pathways School Gurgaon
Mahesh Balakrishnan
Senior Manager Development and Recognition South Asia, International Baccalaureate
Ankur Vohra
Consultant, Institutional Partnerships, Masters Union
Jasmine Madhani
Head of School, Jamnabai Narsee International School
Rishabh Mehta
Founder, Gray Quest
Ananth Padmanaban
Dean, School of Law, Vinayaka Mission Law School
Siddharth Jabade
Vice Chancellor, Vishwakarma University
Sheila Bauer
Chief Executive Officer,Access Michigan Colleges Alliance, USA
Atul Khosla
Vice Chancellor, Founder, Shoolni University
Dilip Thakore
Editor, Education World
Nitin Putcha
Chief Executive Officer, Pro-Chancellor, ITM Group of Institutions
Kuldeep Dagar
Deputy Secretary, Association Of Indian Universities
Prodipta Hore
Programme Director, Aditya Birla Education Academy
Rohan Bhatt
Chairman, Childrens Academy
Dr. CDR Kartikay Saini
Founder Chairman, Scottish High International School
Prikshit Danda
Cheif Strategy Officer, Mindler
Namrata Pandey
Cambridge Programme Coordinator, Prometheus School
Bhavin Shah
Director and CEO, Education World
Ronit Bhat
IBCP Coordinator, Childrens Academy
Summiya Yasmeen
Editor, Education World
Raymond Ravaglia
Founder, Stanford Online High school and Dean of Precollegiate Studies (ret)
Anju Wal
Principal, Shiv Nadar School
Pratima Sinha
CEO, DSR Education Society Hyderabad
Agenda
9:30am - 9:45am
Registration
9:45am - 9:50am
Welcome Address
9:50am - 10:05am
IB Key Note
Opening Key Note - The Future of Career Education: IB's Global Vision - Oli Pekka, Director General IB10:05am - 11:05am
Panel 1
Delivering IBCP Excellence: Strategies, Successes & Challenges
11:05am - 12:05pm
Breakout Session Panel 1A
The importance of Skilling at a National Level and Getting a global workforce ready
11:05am - 12:05pm
Breakout Session Panel 1B
Driving Impact Through Execution
12:05pm - 12:50pm
Horizons Ahead
Expanding possibilities, exploring paths
Lunch : 12:50 PM - 2:00 PM
Enjoy a well-deserved break and networking opportunity.
2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Panel 2:
IBCP in Action: School Spotlights and Idea Exchange
2:45 pm- 3.15 pm
Breakout Session Panel 2A
Who is an ideal IBCP Candidate?
2:45 pm- 3.15 pm
Breakout Session Panel 2B
Career Session
3:20pm - 3:50pm
Keynote Panel Conversation
How should IB CP evolve in the future
3:50 pm - 4:15pm
Felicitation for HOS & CPC
4:00pm - 4:30pm
High Tea & Networking
Gallery
IBCP Insights