Mt. Carmel Institute of Business Intelligence, Zimbabwe, successfully hosted a prestigious PhD Hooding Ceremony on 25 October 2026 to honour all scholars who successfully completed their PhD in Business Management through the Indian Management School & Research Centre (IMSR), India. The ceremony celebrated the academic achievements, perseverance, and dedication of the graduates who reached an important milestone in their professional and academic journeys.
The event brought together graduates, academic representatives, guests, and well-wishers to recognise the commitment required to complete doctoral-level research. The ceremony was marked by an atmosphere of pride, accomplishment, and celebration, highlighting the growing importance of advanced management education and research in developing business leaders and contributing to organisational and economic development.
IMSR congratulates Dr. Mufaro, Dr. Mharadze Mazambara, Dr. Elias Mere, Dr. Tafadzwa Zaza, Dr. Irvine Gunyere, Dr. Clever Bangwayo, Dr. Daniel Mlambo, Dr. Langaton Mabhanga, Dr. Abigail Moyo, Dr. Denley Watama, Dr. Wonder Mutizwa and many more graduates, who were recognised for successfully completing the PhD programme in Business Management, reflecting sustained academic effort, research engagement, and a commitment to advancing knowledge in the field of business and management. The hooding ceremony symbolised the culmination of their doctoral journey and marked a significant occasion in their individual professional development.
A special highlight of the event was the entertainment provided by the Zimbabwe National Army Band, whose performance added distinction, energy, and a celebratory atmosphere to the occasion. The band’s participation enhanced the ceremony, making it a memorable experience for the graduates and attendees.
The event also underscored the role of institutional collaboration in expanding access to advanced learning opportunities and recognising academic achievements across geographical boundaries. Through its association with the Indian Management School & Research Centre, Mt. Carmel Institute of Business Intelligence provided a platform to celebrate the accomplishments of the scholars and acknowledge their efforts in pursuing higher academic qualifications.
The successful completion of a doctoral programme represents more than an academic achievement. It also reflects the development of analytical thinking, research capabilities, leadership perspectives, and the ability to examine complex challenges facing businesses and organisations. The graduates are now positioned to draw upon their learning and research experience in their respective professional, entrepreneurial, academic, and leadership pursuits.
The hooding ceremony of 25 October 2026 will be remembered as an important occasion for the graduates, their families, and the participating institutions. It celebrated not only the achievement of eleven doctoral scholars but also the value of perseverance, lifelong learning, and the pursuit of academic excellence.
Mt. Carmel Institute of Business Intelligence and the Indian Management School & Research Centre extend their congratulations to all graduates and wish them continued success in their future endeavours. Their achievement serves as an inspiration to aspiring researchers and working professionals seeking to deepen their knowledge and make meaningful contributions to the world of business and management.
