Yuvakshetra Institute of Management Studies(YIMS), a premier professional college in Palakkad District, Managed by the DIOCESE of Palghat. All courses are approved by the University of Calicut.YIMS was launched in 2005 under the visionary leadership of Rev. Fr. Sebastian Panjikkaran, the founder Director of Yuvkshetra. The Sanskrit word ‘kshetra’ means the place of gathering / holy place. Here ‘yuvakshetra’ represents the place of gathering and holy place of young people molding them through professionalism, discipline and holistic development.The College is unique in its approach towards professionalism, whereby even those from the lower economic strata get a platform to forge their skills and potentials. Unsurprisingly, this is the first College in Palakkad that offers a regular degree in Hotel Management from a University in Kerala. The whole campus spread over 20 acres of land is surrounded by a lush green environment, making it one of the most eco friendly colleges in Kerala. YIMS is located at Ezhakkad – Mundur, just 15 kms away from the Palakkad town.