The eagerly anticipated annual management festival, Barcode 2025, will take place on October 11 and 12, 2025, at the Symbiosis Institute of Management Studies (SIMS), Pune. Barcode has developed over the years into one of the nation’s most prestigious and thought provoking B-school festivals, attracting attendees from top management schools all over India.
Barcode is more than just another management event; it’s a celebration of leadership, innovation, and strategic thinking that combines competition, creativity, and camaraderie. Each Barcode edition aims to challenge participants’ critical thinking, performance under pressure, and purposeful leadership skills while pushing them beyond the traditional bounds of management education.
The Legacy of Barcode
Barcode has been a platform where future leaders are discovered, shaped, and celebrated. From its inception, the event has aimed to simulate real-life managerial challenges through immersive rounds that mirror the corporate world. Each event is carefully curated by the students of SIMS to test a unique aspect of management — decision-making, negotiation, strategy, creativity, and teamwork.
Past editions of Barcode have witnessed intense competition, thought-provoking challenges, and enriching interactions with esteemed judges from diverse industries. What truly sets Barcode apart is its ability to blend academic rigor with real-world relevance, creating a space where management theory meets practical application.
Barcode 2025: What to Expect
Barcode is back this year with more vigor and greater goals. Leading B-schools will participate in the festival, which will feature a number of events in fields like marketing, finance, human resources, and operations, all of which call for a keen mind and an inventive spirit.
Best Manager, the premier event, will once again be the main attraction, testing competitors’ analytical thinking, crisis management, business savvy, and leadership under duress in a series of rounds. In the meantime, contests like Managerial Pitch will encourage aspiring business owners to think creatively and unconventionally in order to present workable business ideas to a panel of judges with a wealth of experience.
Beyond Contests
Barcode is about learning and networking, not just about winning. The campus becomes a center of inspiration and ideas during the two days. Students interact with professionals in the field, share viewpoints, and learn about the diverse field of management. Along with entertaining and engaging features, the event makes sure that every moment, whether competitive or informal, adds to a memorable experience.
Collaborators and Partners
This year, Campus Times Pune joins us as our proud media partner, amplifying the reach and visibility of Barcode 2025. Our goal in this partnership is to introduce a larger audience to the passion, preparation, and performances that make up Barcode.
The Countdown Begins
As the countdown to Barcode 2025 begins, anticipation fills the air at SIMS. The organizing team has been meticulously planning every detail to ensure a seamless and impactful experience for participants, judges, and guests alike.
Mark your calendars for 11th and 12th October 2025 — two days of unmatched energy, intellectual rigor, and managerial excellence. Barcode 2025 isn’t just a competition; it’s a celebration of the leaders of tomorrow.
Stay tuned for more updates as we reveal the theme, event lineup, and industry experts who will grace this year’s edition.
Because at Barcode, we don’t just find managers — we create them.
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