Innovators of Tomorrow: Soumitra Dutta On Innovation In Business Education

How often does one upskill himself/herself so that they can contribute towards the betterment of society by bringing in social change? Not often, right? And Soumitra Dutta, former Dean of Oxford University’s Said Business School, is right when he thinks that things must change for good in the future. Because, only then we will be able to witness future CEOs that are tech-savvy, CEOs who understand how to leverage their expertise to not just drive businesses through innovation but also tackle environmental challenges. Soumitra Dutta’s confidence comes from Oxford’s interdisciplinary model and initiatives like the Institute for Ethics in AI, which urge curriculum updates such as ethical governance and bringing together different disciplines, which will possibly help shape future minds. Such courses must not be limited to developed countries but must also reach potential students in developing countries, so that we get ethical and responsible leaders from across the world.

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What is the point of boasting inclusivity when the courses designed are exclusive? The same question troubles Soumitra Dutta, who is also an entrepreneur with ventures like Fisheye Analytics. In one of his interviews, Soumitra clearly states, “We talk about inclusion but our schools are designed to be exclusive”. He further adds, “The (educational) products we have in the Western markets just does not fit the emerging markets.”

To bring such transformational changes, there is a need for an environment where ideas are not just written down on paper, but are brought into actuality. The Oxford Science Park is one such ambitious institution driven by innovation and ambition, and is currently a home to nearly 100 enterprises with a thriving community of nearly 3500 professionals constantly brimming with various experiments and collaborations.

It looks like Oxford’s ecosystem is constantly evolving, and believe it or not, by 2026 the University may add 6,00,000 square feet of added space. This is a bold and much-needed move, especially if we want to witness the rise of new companies with new ideas that are not just profit-driven but respect ethical business practices. Soumitra Dutta, who has a residence in the UK, along with properties in India and the US, is optimistic that this new generation of gifted minds that are the future of global business, will not just lead with ambition but with purpose too.
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