As the Jaipur Jewellery Show (JJS) concluded what is traditionally the final major trade exhibition of the year, the International Institute of Gemology (IIG) used the moment to underline a larger shift underway in professional education, one where classroom learning is no longer sufficient without deep, structured industry immersion.
IIG Student Delegation at JJS
For IIG students, JJS was not an event to attend but a system to decode. Through its Student Delegation Activity, the institute designed a multi-layered learning experience that combined trade exposure, manufacturing insight, design validation, and cultural context, positioning education as an ecosystem rather than a syllabus.
Exposure to the B2B Jewellery Marketplace
At the Jaipur Jewellery Show, students engaged directly with the B2B marketplace, studying contemporary Polki and Jadau collections, heritage jewellery from Bikaner, and emerging gemstone formats showcased by leading jewellery houses including Shiv Narayan, Valentine, Saanre, Mrs Marquise, Raanisaa, B.G. Jewellers, among others. The exposure allowed students to understand how design, craftsmanship, sourcing, and commercial viability intersect.
Industrial Visits and Manufacturing Insights
Beyond the exhibition, IIG curated industrial visits that revealed the operational backbone of the jewellery business. Factory visits to Valentine and Achal Jewels Pvt. Ltd. gave students end-to-end visibility into jewellery creation, from design development to Polki Jadau manufacturing and final quality control, while RMC Gems offered insight into international-scale gemstone cutting and polishing operations catering to global brands.
Design Validation at Jaipur Jewellery Design Festival
Design education also held a strong presence during the Jaipur programme. At the Jaipur Jewellery Design Festival (JJDF), IIG students presented their manufactured master’s project pieces, offering industry audiences a view into how design thinking is translated into production-ready jewellery.
Recognition at IJ Design Awards 2025
The institute’s design capability also found recognition at the IJ Design Awards 2025, an evening that marked the elevation of jewellery as a serious art form through exclusive, finely manufactured creations. Among the finalists was Rabiya Malik, an international IIG online student, who secured a place among the Top 5 nominations in the GIA Emerging Designer of the Year category, once again highlighting the institute’s growing global footprint and the credibility of its learning outcomes across geographies.
Heritage and Contemporary Learning
The visit to the Amrapali Museum and the atelier of Sunita Shekhawat blended heritage with contemporary learning. In a discussion with Digvijay Singh Shekhawat, the industry’s recognition of IIG’s practical, ground-level training was evident, with interest expressed in future internship opportunities for IIG students.
A Complete Learning Ecosystem
IIG’s growing relevance lies in its ability to offer a complete learning ecosystem. With a diverse portfolio of courses that allows designers to study gemology, creatives to understand merchandising, and entrepreneurs to build retail and business capability, the institute has recently expanded into advanced business and retail boot camps covering branding, technology integration, AI, and experience-led retail strategy. These are complemented by RD Consultancy service, enabling students and alumni to seek guidance on business setup, expansion, and critical decision making at a discounted rate.
Industry Perspective on Education
Reflecting on the evolving nature of education, Rahul Desai, CEO & Managing Director, International Institute of Gemology, said, “Earlier, classrooms were enough. Today, education demands equal exposure to industry, process, culture, and decision-making. Immersive experiences like JJS are central to how we prepare students for real careers.”
Looking Ahead
As the year closes, IIG’s Jaipur immersion stands as a case study in how professional education must evolve, rooted in heritage, aligned with industry, and designed for the realities of modern business.
About IIG
The International Institute of Gemology (IIG) stands as India’s foremost institute dedicated to jewellery, gemology, retail, and diamond education. Established in 1965, IIG has mentored students, professionals, and entrepreneurs across the globe. With a diverse portfolio spanning technical courses, retail strategy, and corporate training, IIG remains singularly focused on education, shaping the next generation of jewellery leaders with innovation, practical expertise, and global relevance.
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