The role of B-schools in bridging gender gap

 On a mission to curb the gender gap in business schools, several colleges have started offering scholarships and hosting conferences to encourage women to enroll in the management courses

The number of female students graduating in the year of 2021 at Indian B-Schools has hit a record high. Indian B-schools have achieved a new milestone in terms of gender diversity in each field. Academicians at iFeel Lonavala are of the view that the ratio of women and men students in B-schools is on the verge to reach an equal level. There are a majority of colleges who have already witnessed a significant increase in the enrollment of female students which is why B-schools are positive that the gender gap in the field is likely to decline in the near future.

B-Schools have become more aware of the role they play in closing the gender gap both in and outside the classroom. While many organize conferences, offer scholarships, and launch initiatives, there is still much work to do when it comes to creating a truly inclusive culture, particularly when it comes to the cost of entry.

According to the scholars at iFEEL, corporate firms look for gender diversity in campus hiring. The corporate culture is evolving as more women are entering the workplace. This is one of the reasons that companies coming for placements specifically enquire about the number of women candidates in the batch.

To encourage and support more women to come back to education post marriage and childbirth, many B-Schools are providing housing units and crèche facilities. With this, they can even opt for staying with their families in the allotted units. In several cases, unmarried women candidates are also allowed to stay with a family member while pursuing a management degree. The trend is fast catching up.