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• XIME launches Bloomberg Xperiential Lab, joining elite 30 institutions in India as a Bloomberg Experiential Learning Partner (ELP)
• Lab offers hands-on training with Bloomberg terminals, real-time market data, trading simulations, and industry-relevant certifications
• Initiative aims to produce industry-ready finance professionals by integrating experiential learning and global financial analytics into the curriculum

Xavier Institute of Management & Entrepreneurship (XIME) unveiled its Bloomberg Xperiential Lab, earning the distinction of becoming one of only 30 elite educational institutions in India to be designated as a Bloomberg Experiential Learning Partner (ELP).

This program demonstrates XIME's dedication to developing finance professionals of tomorrow through cutting-edge, experiential learning experiences with Bloomberg a world leader in financial technology and analytics, integrating real-time data, international news, professional-level analytics, and sophisticated simulation tools into the learning environment, replicating settings used by leading financial institutions globally.

Opening the facility, C.J. George, Founder, Geojit Financial Services stated, "XIME students we recruit usually have a good understanding of practicality of the business. Now, with the on-the-job training in the XIME's Bloomberg Xperiential Lab, we expect their grip on financial analytics and market movements things which normally take months to learn on the job to be even stronger".

Observing on the event, Prof. J. Philip, Principal Founder of XIME, said, "The knowing-doing-being philosophy has been embedded in my imagination of what management education must be, thanks to Harvard research in this direction. Through learning-by-doing experience made possible by the Bloomberg Xperiential Lab in a professional-level environment, they become participative decision-makers. This is a game changer in employability and lifelong career development".

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The on-campus center revolutionizes the learning experience of XIME's students. They are able to handle mock investment portfolios, engage in international trading simulations, and analyze live global markets. Besides that, students have a chance to achieve globally accepted industry-relevant certification with courses like Bloomberg Finance Fundamentals, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), Bloomberg Market Concepts (BMC) and Spreadsheet Analysis.

“Access to real-time data and markets is no longer optional it’s essential. By bringing Bloomberg Terminals into their curriculum, XIME is giving students hands-on exposure to the tools and workflows that define today’s financial industry. This is how the next generation of finance leaders is built. At Bloomberg, we’re committed to empowering institutions across India to bridge the gap between classroom learning and industry practice”, said Varun Chojhar, Head of Bloomberg South Asia.

Seconding these words, Mr. Anil Philip, President of XIME Society, added, "Our mission at XIME has been to build global business leaders from day 1. This alliance with Bloomberg provides our students with the confidence and skills to bridge the gap between knowing and doing and become industry-ready from day 1 of their careers". By becoming a Bloomberg ELP, XIME reiterates its commitment to academic quality and industry applicability.