Shri Somanath S, Secretary of the Department of Space, Chairman of the Space Commission and the Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation graced the event as the Chief Guest. Mr. Jagrut Kotecha, CEO of PepsiCo Inc. was SBM’s special guest and was conferred the  Distinguished Alumnus Award 2024.

The Chief Guest was joined on the dais by Dr. Jayant Gandhi, Secretary of the SVKM Trust and Nominee of the Honourable Chancellor, SVKM’s NMIMS, who presided over the ceremony as also Dr. Ramesh Bhat, Vice Chancellor, Dr. Meena Chintamaneni, Pro Vice Chancellor, Dr. Ashish Daptardar, Additional Registrar, and Dr. Chandrima Sikdar, Associate Dean of Programmes and Student Learning Experience at SBM.

Addressing students at the event, Shri Somanath S. emphasized, “We must realise the potential of our nation and organise ourselves towards that. With the success of Chandrayaan 3, we have made a significant mark. It has made a huge impact not only in India but globally. This accomplishment at frugal costs talks of our engineering capabilities. We owe the ability of our space sector to 60 years of hard work and the guidance of visionaries. As India moves towards becoming the 3rd largest economy in the world, I strongly believe our mastery of technology will drive our nation to the top.”

Reminiscing his student days at NMIMS, Mr. Jagrut Kotecha shared, “Life has come a full circle today. Thirty years ago, I was part of a similar ceremony. NMIMS laid the foundation for my business and management acumen, moral compass, entrepreneurial spirit and hunger for learning. It is good to see that even today, these are still embedded in the programs. I urge each one of you to never stop learning, networking, and thirdly always do things the right way.”

In his inspiring address to the graduates, Dr. Ramesh Bhat, Vice Chancellor stated, “This day marks the beginning of an exciting chapter filled with infinite possibilities and opportunities. As you look forward to your future, it is important to remember the lessons you have learnt and the experiences that have shaped you. Always remember that wherever you go and whatever you do, your actions will be like your fingerprints – proof of where you have been and what you have touched. You are going out in the world with excellent NMIMS credentials. Let’s take the first step forward towards a future with courage, determination and a commitment to excellence.”

Dr. Chandrima Sikdar presented the review of the Full-Time MBA programs of the SBM. Dr Jayant Gandhi, Dr. Ramesh Bhatt conferred the degrees on the graduating students and Shri Somanath S. gave away awards to the meritorious students. The event also witnessed the release of the Roster of Events, Convocation Brochure, and NMIMS Management Review.

The academic year 2023-2024 was one of notable achievements for SBM. It became the first B-School in Western India to be reaccredited by the AACSB. It was ranked 83rd among the 100 Global B-Schools in the FT – Masters in Management 2023 Rankings and 21st as per the National Institute Ranking Framework 2023 (NIRF 2023). 2023 saw 166 companies visit SBM’s campus for the MBA program, 46 for MBA HR and 32 for MBA Pharmaceutical Management programs.

Research and collaboration were at the forefront in the academic year 2023-2024. Nearly 40 research publications were published in journals of national and international repute, with 9 papers published in ABDC A category journals. Special mention was made of goes to Dr. Sachin Mathur, Associate Professor and Dr. Mayank Joshipura, who published the highest impact factor paper for the year in a 12.5 Impact Factor journal.

The memorable convocation ceremony concluded with a Vote of Thanks delivered by Dr. Meena Chintamaneni. Quoting the late President of India, Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, she recalled, “He had said at one of our convocations, ‘If you imbibe four things – great aim, seeking knowledge, hard work and perseverance – success can’t elude you.’ Every graduate should remember this as they embark on their careers.” The Convocation ceremony concluded in the midst of cheer, excitement and optimism for the graduating students, as they transitioned to becoming SBM’s alumni.

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The partner universities for the Open Asia ERASMUS Project included Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, India; University of Tampere, Finland; VU Amsterdam University, Netherlands; University of Malaya, University of Malaysia Sabah & University of Malaysia Sarawak- all from Malaysia; International School for Social and Business Studies and European Policy Development & Research Institute both from Slovenia.

Dr. Ramesh Bhat, Vice Chancellor of NMIMS was the Convenor of the conference, and Dr. Sharad Mhaiskar, Pro Vice Chancellor of NMIMS, and Dr. Olesea Sirbu, Vice-rector for International Relations at the Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova, served as the Co-Convenors. Meena Saxena, Director, International Linkages NMIMS University, is the ERASMUS Open Asia, Project Coordinator.

Extending a warm welcome to all the dignitaries, Dr. Ramesh Bhat, said, “The Open Science Forum is vital for researchers in tackling the problem of biased journal publications. About 60-70% of research faces hurdles in getting published due to this bias. With this forum, researchers can openly discuss their hypotheses, avoiding wasted time on unproductive topics. These interventions will promote open science and promote a positive shift in research culture. NMIMS is fully committed to embracing the OSF framework to drive forward a culture of open science and innovation.”

 The two-day conference saw participants take part in discussions on various aspects of Open Science, including the Open Science experience across various countries, national policy development, community engagement, the significance of artificial intelligence in Open Science, commercial and open-source software, data-sharing, and open-access publishing.

Dr. Man Mohan Sharma, Emeritus Professor of Eminence, Institute of Chemical Technology, was the Chief Guest at the conference. Sharing a unique perspective, Dr. Sharma, said, “In universities, we have what is called spiritual freedom to pursue ideas. Research, contrary to normal belief, is unstructured because you don’t know the result. Open science encourages curiosity-driven research. It’s about trying new things without knowing the outcome. Failures are harbingers of success. If you want to do something original and you have that curiosity, how do you strike at a new idea? That treatment is not going to come without open science.”

 Dr. Akhilesh Gupta, Senior Advisor, Department of Science and Technology (DST) and Former Secretary of the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) emphasised the importance of adopting an open science policy to create a vibrant environment through a vision for India’s Science, Technology and Innovation. He said this approach was crucial to align with the global transition from a closed to an open science world.

In an era marked by unprecedented technological advancements and complex societal challenges, the traditional paradigms of scientific research and knowledge dissemination are rapidly evolving. In India, the Open Science movement, symbolising the principles of transparency, collaboration, and accessibility crucial for addressing the intricate problems facing our world today, has begun to gain traction over the past few years. Open Access journals have proven pivotal in promoting Indian researchers in both, international and national databases, with central repositories boosting accessibility to scholarly publications.

According to Dr. Olesea Sirbu, “International collaboration is essential in advancing scientific research and ensuring its accessibility to all levels of society. This Open Science conference is an opportunity to strengthen ties between institutions and promote a culture of openness and inclusivity to encourage new opportunities for discovery and address global challenges in the field.”

Always at the forefront of emerging trends and innovation, faculty at SVKM’s NMIMS are actively involved in activities that support the implementation of open science, which includes collaborating on projects that align with the principles of open science, publishing in open-access journals, and utilising open-source software for research purposes.

Some faculty members of various schools and disciplines at SVKM’s NMIMS are working on research projects in compliance with the open science policy. For example, Dr. Kapil Juvale from the (SPPSPTM) is working in collaboration with the Drugs for Neglected Disease Initiative (DNDi), Geneva, to develop therapeutics for neglected diseases such as leishmaniasis.

Meanwhile, numerous faculty members at NMIMS publish their research in open-access journals, which enables immediate access to their work without any restrictions. The number of publications from NMIMS faculty in open-access journals has been rising of late.

At NMIMS, efforts are also on to transition from proprietary software to free open-source software. This is being done to support research, data management, and bibliography management. The Open Asia Project promotes Open Science principles among participating institutions, promoting transparency, collaboration, and innovation in scientific research. The conference, titled, ‘Unlocking Knowledge: A Conference on Open Science’, paved the way for a more inclusive and impactful scientific community throughout India by bringing scientists, researchers, and scholars together to explore the progressive potential of Open Science through discussions on project objectives, strategies, and future collaborations.

As part of the ERASMUS Open Asia Project, NMIMS signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the University of Tampere, Finland. The signing ceremony, which also marked the end of the event, took place on March 22, 2024, and proved to be a milestone in international academic cooperation.

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Mumbai, 11th September 2023: The NMIMS School of Business Management (SBM), MBA Programme, has achieved another milestone by securing the 83rd rank in the prestigious Financial Times Masters in Management (FT MiM) Ranking 2023. The achievement marks a substantial leap from its debut at 96th in 2022, firmly establishing it as a significant Global player in Management Education.

The Financial Times Masters in Management Rankings is recognised as one of the most esteemed rankings worldwide. NMIMS SBM’s consistent upward trajectory (in these rankings) signifies its impact in providing world-class business education to young aspiring graduates in India.

NMIMS SBM’s recognition in this prestigious Global Ranking is an affirmation of the school’s demonstrated excellence in several key areas, including career progression, percentage salary increase, student satisfaction, and faculty gender diversity. These outcomes are also a testament to the NMIMS SBM’s globally benchmarked curriculum, pedagogical innovations, and excellent career impact for its graduates.

The programme proudly ranks among the top 25 institutions globally for career progression and holds an impressive fourth position among Indian B-Schools.

Moreover, it has earned a coveted spot among the top 50 institutions globally for ‘percentage salary increase,’ securing the 2nd best position among Indian schools. This underscores the industry’s confidence in the calibre of the NMIMS SBM’s students.

The institution’s dedication to student satisfaction is evident through an outstanding overall score of 8.83, positioning it among the top 60 institutions worldwide. Moreover, NMIMS SBM promotes gender diversity among its faculty, ranking within the top 15 globally and securing the 2nd position in India.

Notably, NMIMS SBM is the only University B-School having the largest cohort of graduates from India to feature on this distinguished list, setting it apart from other standalone B-School institutions.

Commenting on the prestigious achievement in the FT Global 2023 Ranking, Dr Ramesh Bhat, Vice-Chancellor of NMIMS, emphasised the institution’s commitment to excellence, stating, “Our ranking in the FT MiM Ranking 2023 reaffirms our dedication to excellence in management education. At NMIMS, we have always embraced cutting-edge curriculum, pedagogical innovations, modern infrastructure, and the employability of our students. Staying one step ahead is crucial to meet the industry’s evolving needs and equip our students with the utmost confidence to face the competitive professional world. Our strong focus on gender diversity among faculty members enriches our educational environment with unique perspectives.”

Dr Prashant Mishra, Dean of NMIMS School of Business Management, Mumbai campus, expressed his pride at this significant accomplishment: “We are immensely proud to achieve the 83rd rank in the FT MiM 2023 ranking. This achievement signifies our pre-eminent position among the Top Management Schools globally and reflects our unwavering efforts to equip our students with the most relevant skills and competencies through a contemporary curriculum and excellent teaching-learning processes, equipping them for success in today’s fiercely competitive business landscape. The rankings also demonstrate the impact and success of our graduates in the business world. Moreover, the school’s recognition also highlights the calibre of business education in India on the global stage.”

About NMIMS School of Business Management:

Shri Vile Parle Kelavani Mandal, a leading public charitable education trust, established the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) in Mumbai in 1981 with the intent to offer management programs. It began humbly by offering a two-year full-time Master’s Program in Management Studies with four full-time faculty, 3162 books and an intake of 40 students at Vile Parle (West), Mumbai.

The consistent academic quality, research focus, faculty from top national and global institutes and strong industry linkages have placed the School of Business Management amongst the top private B-Schools in India and Globally.

The School of Business Management believes in equipping students with the knowledge and skills in their chosen specialities, inculcating values, identifying hidden talents, and providing opportunities for them to realize their full potential.

SBM believes in nurturing a scientific spirit of inquiry among students, and by providing value-based education, mould them into leaders and responsible citizens, who will go on to play the role of changemakers in society.

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“What will it take to shape the workforce of the future?”

The January Global Leaders Programme is developed with the renowned Google Digital Academy for senior cross-sector leaders worldwide as a transformative initiative that equips participants with essential leadership skills, expansive networks, and forward-thinking mindset required to navigate the challenges of an ever-evolving world.

During his presentation, Dr. Prashant Mishra, Dean, NMIMS SBM, highlighted that to meet the demands of new-age students, education must evolve by embracing tailored teaching methods and integrating intensive technology. He also stressed upon the adoption of agile methodologies to align with the fast-paced business world. “The future success of graduates depends on their ability to add unique value beyond automation and intelligent machines, emphasising critical thinking and problem-solving. Graduates must operate effectively in a digital environment, leveraging technology while adapting to emerging occupations. Constant unlearning, relearning, and staying updated are crucial in this rapidly changing world,” he added.

Addressing the audience, he further said, “As educators, we primarily encounter two types of challenges: transformational and developmental challenges. In fact, we don’t see them as problems but take them with a positive spirit. In society, education serves the purpose of assisting individuals in constructing their lives in the desired field.  As a business school, most of our students come to us with the intention of developing themselves and building a career within organisations. This career path may involve working in a business organisation, entrepreneurship, working for non-profit organisations, or even government agencies. Our primary objective at SBM is to prepare graduates for the future so that they can make a significant impact on their chosen career trajectory.”

This programme stands as a clear reflection of NMIMS’ commitment to fostering excellence in leadership education. By enabling students and faculty to engage in cutting-edge programmes, NMIMS continues to empower individuals with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive in an increasingly dynamic and competitive global landscape. At NMIMS, promoting excellence, innovation, academic integrity, collegiality, autonomy, discipline, commitment, and inclusivity is the utmost goal.

Ms. Pratheeksha Phadke, MBA HR student, shared her NMIMS experience at the Global January Leadership Programme,  “At the Business Conclave and HR Conclave, business leaders shared their experiences, discussed industry changes, and explored strategies to stay ahead. This institute has provided us with a wealth of experiences, including case studies from diverse domains, offering valuable insights into the future of the industry. As an HR student, automation is a major concern, but I am delighted to say that through competitions and interactions with faculty, we are well-prepared and knowledgeable. This is evident in our virtual processes, where companies present us with real-life challenges and cases. These past two months have been eye-opening, but thanks to NMIMS SBM, I feel equipped to adapt and thrive in a rapidly changing landscape.” Another student of  MBA Core 2022-2024 batch, Sushant Tiwari, also attended the enlightening program. 

The program received exceptional feedback from the participants, who expressed their enthusiasm and appreciation for it. Many described it as a fabulous and transformative experience that exceeded their expectations. They highlighted the program’s ability to change mindsets, foster resilience, and open up new possibilities. The participants also praised the inspiring individuals they met and the vibrant city that served as the program’s backdrop. They said that the deep dive into leadership issues left a lasting impression, prompting a change in perspective and emphasizing the importance of immersing oneself in complex challenges to find effective solutions. Overall, the program was described as impactful, enlightening, and an effective use of time. Participants expressed gratitude for the learning opportunities and excitement for the future they would collectively shape.

The January Global Leaders Programme serves as a catalyst for leaders to adapt, innovate, and confront the complexities of the modern era head-on. Through immersive learning experiences, participants gain invaluable insights, enhance their leadership capabilities, and acquire the confidence to tackle real-world challenges effectively.

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The Pravin Dalal School of Entrepreneurship & Family Business Management supports and empowers family-owned firms to thrive alongside professional organizations. With over a decade of expertise in family business and entrepreneurship management, the School understands the evolving needs of Indian family-run businesses in the country’s growth journey.

On the occasion of the convocation, Prof. Seema Mahajan, Director of PDSE&FBM, stated, “Today, as our graduates step into the dynamic world of the Indian economy, they carry with them the essence of Indianness, poised to contribute to the success story of our vigorously growing market and iconoclastic brand. Our students, equipped with professionally acquired skill sets, critical thinking abilities, and industry-based learning, are ready to embrace the challenges of this fast-paced market. In the PDSE&FBM, we nurture professionalism while instilling values that promote a just society and foster social and economic equity.”

Holistic programs equip students with strategic insights to transform and expand their businesses while respecting diverse cultures and values. With a focus on international exposure and a strong alumni network, the School fosters innovation, collaboration, and impactful change in the business landscape. The School is committed to shaping the next generation of entrepreneurs who will contribute to India’s socio-economic progress.

Addressing the gathering, Chief Guest Shri Savji Dholakia, Founder and Chairman of Hari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd said, “Today is a momentous occasion for all of you, a day filled with pride and accomplishment. As you stand here, receiving your degrees from this prestigious institution, let me share with you the five sutras that have guided me on my own journey to success. First is ‘I am the best’- strive to be the best in everything you do. Second, ‘I can do it’- embrace the belief that nothing is impossible, and let your dreams fuel your determination. Third, God is always with you’ – remember that God’s presence is with you, guiding and supporting you. Fourth, ‘I am a winner’ – never let setbacks define you; rise again and again, for you are destined to be a winner. And finally, ‘Today is a new day’- treasure each new day as an opportunity for growth and achievement. With these sutras, you have the power to shape your destiny and make a lasting impact in the world. Congratulations, graduates, on this remarkable milestone.”

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Pravin Dalal School of Entrepreneurship & Family Business Management (SBM’s initiative) extend heartfelt gratitude to Mr. Salim Shaikh, our esteemed guest speaker, for his invaluable presence at our Mumbai campus. His enlightening session left an indelible impact on our young, aspiring minds, inspiring them to embrace the limitless possibilities of entrepreneurship and become doers in their respective fields.

During the session, Mr. Salim shared his extensive experience in building five successful companies: Symbio Generrics India Pvt. Ltd., Spring Bio Solution, Blumen Biovitals Healthkare Pvt. Ltd., WiStride, and now Strider DCT – A Spring Bio Solution Company. He emphasized the significance of choosing a name that encapsulates the company’s story and effectively delivering that narrative to the world. The practical advice and personal anecdotes shared by Mr. Salim bridged the gap between theory and practice, resonating deeply with our students and igniting their passion for excellence.

A powerful reminder emerged from Mr. Salim’s talk – success is rarely a linear path but rather requires perseverance, adaptability, and a willingness to embrace failure as a catalyst for growth. The session’s key takeaway revolved around Mr. Salim’s journey of bootstrapping his various companies and recognizing the opportune moment for external funding. Many pressing questions were addressed, shedding light on this important topic.

As our students embark on their own professional journeys, let us uphold the momentum and embrace the wisdom imparted by Mr. Salim. Together, we can create a future where knowledge, innovation, and inspiration know no bounds.

#NMIMSian #Gratitude #Inspiration #Empowerment #GuestSpeaker #FutureLeadership

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Mumbai, October 29, 2021: SVKM’s NMIMS’ Centre of Excellence in Analytics & Data Science (CoE-A&DS) has opened admissions to its highly regarded MBA (Business Analytics) in Mumbai. Students can apply for the 2-year (full-time) course till November 21^st 2021. The course, developed in conjunction with erudite professors of NMIMS university, subject matter experts and industry practitioners, is designed to inculcate data-driven decision making along with managerial training. It caters to the high demand for proficiency in business analytics among management graduates in the current VUCA (volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous) economy.

The program is expected to meet the high demand for business analytics in the corporate world. It is one of the few careers which has seen minimal impact during the COVID crisis. According to one study, business analytics was one of the most rapidly developing domains in 2019-20 with a 19% growth over the previous year.

Speaking on the high demand for Business Analytics, Dr. Ramesh Bhat, Vice Chancellor of SVKM’s NMIMS University, said, “Business analytics is now prevalent across all sectors, be it manufacturing, e-commerce, BFSI or FMCG. Data is the key metric which can help enterprises evolve and grow. The requirement for Data Analytics professionals is growing at a fast pace with demand far outstripping supply.”

Highlighting the salient features of Business Analytics program, Dr. Sridhar Vaithianathan – Director of Centre of Excellence in Analytics & Data Science, SVKM’s NMIMS, Mumbai said, “Data science – which is considered both the art and science of making data-driven decisions – is playing a significant part in the way businesses function, and it impacts all walks of life. Globally, every organisation has made data science its top priority, but the fact remains that there is a severe dearth of data science skill sets across the world. The well-crafted program delivery is interspersed with contemporary pedagogy, practitioners’ sessions, a learner-centred summer internship program, and more. Capstone projects & hackathons mentored by seasoned experts and dedicated faculty members, data-driven entrepreneurial initiatives in collaboration with Atal Incubation Centre (AIC-NMIMS), along with dedicated placement support makes the programs unmatched”

To equip students with emerging technologies, the course includes key areas like Information Management, Advanced Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Visualization and Reporting. As one of the highly sought-after management profiles, an MBA in business analytics can open up opportunities to work in the field of business intelligence, IT business analysis, Financial Analysis, Supply Chain analysis, Market Analysis, and business analysis consultant.

Eligibility:  Candidates must be graduates in Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or Commerce with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA from a recognized university. Preference will be given to those with a minimum of 1 year of full-time and relevant work experience.

Admission Process:

Step 1:  Register for NMAT by GMAC Last day to register is 10 November 2021)

Step 2:  Register and apply for NMIMS MBA at https://nmat.nmims.edu/ (Last day to apply is either before the NMAT by GMAC first exam attempt date or 21 November 2021, whichever is earlier)

Note: Important changes introduced by NMIMS for MBA Admissions 2022

• NMIMS accepts score of the first NMAT examination attempted by the candidate

• Apply for NMIMS before your scheduled NMAT by GMAC examination or before 21st November whichever is earlier.

Accreditation: SVKM’s NMIMS has NAAC accreditation with Grade A+ (3.59 CGPA), Mumbai Campus and is recognized as Category-I University by MHRD/UGC Grant of Graded Autonomy Regulation, 2018. -I University by MHRD/UGC.

About Centre of Excellence in Analytics & Data Science:

The Centre of Excellence in Analytics and Data Science (CoE-A&DS) of SVKM’s NMIMS aims to become the beacon in the field of Analytics & Data Science. The Centre vouch to develop the analytics and data science talent through its contemporary industry driven curriculum, research, training, and by imparting value based education. The CoE-A&DS, consists of technologies & tool-kits, data scientists, educationist, techno-functional consultants which enables to cater to the needs of data science arena and digital transformation field. The Centre emphasis is on practical knowledge and inculcating life-long learning skills. The state of art infrastructure, case study pedagogy, hands on approach using real world datasets, modern computing facilities provides experiential learning experience to the students of    CoE-A&DS. Website: https://coe.nmims.edu/

About SVKM’s NMIMS University:

SVKM’s NMIMS, Deemed-to-be University, is one of India’s leading business schools with a world-renowned reputation for academic excellence. Established in 1981, NMIMS has emerged as a globally reputed university with consistent academic quality, research focus, and strong industry linkages. Today it is counted among the nation’s top 10 Centres of educational excellence and research. The Centre is widely recognized as the best of its 10 Centres of excellence. Working in collaboration with industry and academic institutions, the Centre has established excellence in data analytics through industry-driven curriculum, focused multidisciplinary research & training.

About NMAT by GMAC

The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) owns and administers the NMAT by GMAC exam. The NMAT by GMAC is accepted by 38 leading institutions in India for securing admissions to their flagship MBA and other management programmes in India. Besides India, the NMAT by GMAC exam today is delivered across 12 countries namely, South Africa, Philippines, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Botswana, Nepal, Sri Lanka, UAE, Zimbabwe and Ethiopia.

GMAC has two types of testing modes for the exam. One is online proctored exam that can be taken from home and the second is the centre-based online exam. Candidates have the option to take the test either at test centre that follows all the social distancing protocols or take the online proctored exam from the comfort of their homes.

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The two-year (full-time) program is thoughtfully designed to train managers who possess the capability to chart organisational digital transformation frameworks with emerging technologies. The objectives of the program are to:

• Develop a digital transformation framework for an organization as the blueprint for transformation

• Imbibe digital culture that brings together new technologies and business processes

• Develop Advanced Skills in Digital Technologies to integrate it into the Business

• Use intelligent automation to improve process efficiency

Commenting on the program, Dr. Ramesh Bhat, Vice-Chancellor, SVKM’s NMIMS, said, “The MBA program in Digital transformation enriches the students with various technology course pack and contemporary managerial skills to transform the world into a digitally enabled futuristic society. The collaborating learning environment offered at NMIMS’ Coe-A&DS would enable the students to excel in novel careers pertaining to digital transformation and make the planet better place to live-in.”

Dr. Sridhar Vaithianathan, Director of Centre of Excellence in Analytics & Data Science, NMIMS, Mumbai said “The well-crafted and the rigorous program delivery will bring out the best in a student. The business relevant curriculum will serve as a launch pad to propel students towards achieving excellence in the digital transformation”

Dr. Anuja Agarwal, Associate Dean of Digital Transformation Program opined that the extensive curriculum combines advanced modules in digital technologies, Intelligent Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning with higher-order skills like Design Thinking & Critical Thinking; plus the essential management studies in Marketing, Finance, HR, Change Management, Value-driven Digital Transformation processes, Digital Marketing, Operations, Fintech and Supply Chain Management.

Owing to the high demand for business leaders with digital-first skill sets across various sectors, students can look forward to a wide array of career choices, from consulting roles, such as digital or domain consultants, to client-facing roles in sales and marketing. With technology becoming a core component of management, the MBA (Digital Transformation) program is an ideal launchpad for budding managers who aspire for leadership roles like Chief Digital Officer. In due course of time, even the CEO positions would attract an MBA graduate with the competency to leverage technology.

Eligibility: To apply students must have a Bachelor’s Degree in any discipline from a recognized University with minimum 55% marks in the aggregate.

Admission Procedure:

Step 1:  Register for NMAT by GMAC Last day to register is 10 November 2021)

Step 2:  Register and apply for NMIMS MBA at https://nmat.nmims.edu/ (Last day to apply is either before the NMAT by GMAC first exam attempt date or 21 November 2021,    whichever is earlier)

Note: Important changes introduced by NMIMS for MBA Admissions 2022

• NMIMS accepts score of the first NMAT examination attempted by the candidate

• Apply for NMIMS before your scheduled NMAT by GMAC examination or before 21st November whichever is earlier.

About Centre of Excellence in Analytics & Data Science: 

The NMIMS Centre of Excellence in Analytics & Data Science leverages technology & toolkits designed by data scientists, educationists, techno-functional & digital transformation consultants, interspersed with Data Sciences & Analytics Education. The Centre is designed as a cross-functional shared services structure for fueling innovative development & deployment of curriculum, projects, teaching, and training across the needs of the Schools of NMIMS.

Website: https://coe.nmims.edu/

About SVKM’s NMIMS University:

Established in 1981, NMIMS is today recognized as a globally reputed university with strong industry ties. It offers multiple disciplines of study across 8 campuses that consist of 17 specialized schools, more than 17000 students, and about 750 full-time faculty members, 10 faculty members with Fulbright Scholarship and Humboldt International Scholarship for post-doctoral researchers. It is known for its consistent academic quality and research-focused approach towards holistic education. SVKM’s NMIMS has been granted Category-I Deemed University status by Graded Autonomy Regulation 2018 by MHRD/UGC and NMIMS Mumbai Campus is NAAC accredited with a CGPA of 3.59.

About NMAT by GMAC

The Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) owns and administers the NMAT by GMAC exam. The NMAT by GMAC is accepted by 38 leading institutions in India for securing admissions to their flagship MBA and other management programmes in India. Besides India, the NMAT by GMAC exam today is delivered across 12 countries namely, South Africa, Philippines, Nigeria, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Botswana, Nepal, Sri Lanka, UAE, Zimbabwe and Ethiopia.

GMAC has two types of testing modes for the exam. One is online proctored exam that can be taken from home and the second is the centre-based online exam. Candidates have the option to take the test either at test centre that follows all the social distancing protocols or take the online proctored exam from the comfort of their homes.

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Mumbai, 25th September, 2021: SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies – Centre of Excellence in Analytics and Data Science (NMIMS COE-A&DS), one of India’s leading University with a long legacy of academic excellence, held its first annual convocation ceremony on 25^th September 2021.

The convocation was presided by Chief Guest Mr. Omkar Phadnis Managing Director, Accenture Operations; Nominee of Honorable Chancellor, Dr. Ramesh Bhat (Honorable Vice Chancellor); Dr. Sharad Mhaiskar, Pro-Vice Chancellor; Dr. Meena Chintamaneni, Pro-Vice Chancellor; Dr. Anuja Agarwal, Associate Dean Technology Management & Digital Transformation, Dr. Sridhar Vaithianathan, Director of CoE-A&DS; and faculty members of CoE-A&DS.

During the welcome address, Dr. Ramesh Bhat, Vice Chancellor, congratulated the graduating students. He shared that Centre of excellence has enriched the students with analytical skills to tackle business challenges. He pointed out the collaborating learning environment offered at NMIMS that would make the students excel in whatever profession they choose and live with contentment. He reflected that challenges thrown out by the current pandemic made the students and authorities to look at the disruptive and unstructured nature of the business world and respond to the situation with resilience. He conveyed the importance of distributed leadership and volunteerism, and exhorted the students to do-good things and make the world a better place to live.

Dr. Sridhar Vaithianathan, Director, CoE-A&DS presented the report for the excellent work done by CoE in the last two years. He said that it was a matter of great pride that the CoE-A&DS has achieved so much in such a short time. He also highlighted the fact that the students had participated / won in around 90 national level analytics’ based competitions. He also mentioned that close collaboration with industry had resulted in summer/winter internship, co-teaching by industry experts and almost full placements of students by around 40 prominent companies including KPMG. He said that the CoE is always looking forward to the future by restructuring the program structure of MBA-Business Analytics and starting a new MBA program in Digital Transformation.

Delivering the convocation address, Chief Guest Mr. Omkar Phadnis Managing Director, Accenture Operations inspired the Graduating students with his words of wisdom.  He shared his experience in the following seven areas and urged the graduating students to keep these lessons in mind.

• Be a Cross-section Leader focusing on four key areas: business, leadership skills, technology skills quotient, ability to handle data and create value out of it.
• Follow T model of the carrier: Horizontal bar indicates the breadth of knowledge, vertical reflects core domain specialisation. The first few years focus on the vertical bar, and later years of life create horizontal bar confidence.
• Understand the importance of conceptual clarity: what the concept means
• Innovation does not happen just sitting in labs. Use ideas for doing something which has business value, scalability, matter to the community at large, some of which are going to do better
• Do not search for nails if you have a hammer: Look at processes in a holistic manner and always focus on the big picture approach, problem and then find options to solve it.
• How do you conduct yourself: Understand the importance of keeping yourself relevant, what does being relevant means, what you have done is just a start, the pursuit of relevance should not end, take initiatives and efforts to be always relevant
• What comes back to you: Your authentic view, be authentic, present authentic view, remember the people who have been responsible for bringing you to this stage. Give back to your community. Ensure you imbibe the core value of stewardship – caring for others and the community.

He ended his address by quoting Heraclitus “No man ever steps in the same river twice. For it’s not the same river, and he’s not the same man.” He related the quote and explained that one’s life and career are like a flowing river, one cannot be static, and as a person, each of us will be changing with every experience, but one should ensure that the change is for the better. Use your experience for better and change for better.

The ceremony concluded with vote of thanks by Dr. Sharad Mhaiskar, Pro Vice Chancellor NMIMS University.

About Centre of Excellence Analytics & Data Science:

The Centre of Excellence in Analytics and Data Science (COE-A&DS) of SVKM’s NMIMS formally started its pursuit of excellence in the area of data driven analytics in the year 2018.

The centre aims to become the beacon in the field of Analytics & Data Science and functions to achieve the following objectives,

• To foster growth in ability to read, analyze and argue with data for building a culture of analytics within the institution and across the country.
• To become a leading expert research centre in data science and analytics through,

• Focused multidisciplinary research,
• Knowledge dissemination and knowhow to the stakeholders, and
• Collaboration with the industry and public institutions to generate business value from the data.

The centre vouches to develop analytics and data science talent through its contemporary industry driven curriculum, research, training, and by imparting value based education. The centre offers 2 year MBA program in Business Analytics since 2019. To add one more feather to its hat, from the year 2021, the centre also offers 2 year MBA program in Digital Transformation. The NMIMS, Centre of Excellence, consists of technologies & tool-kits, data scientists, educationist, techno-functional consultants which enables to cater to the needs of data science arena and digital transformation field.

The centre has mix of full time faculty and guest faculty coming from diverse backgrounds and varying industry experience. The emphasis is on practical knowledge and inculcating life-long learning skills.

The state of art infrastructure, case study pedagogy, hands on approach using real world datasets, modern computing facilities provides experiential learning experience to the students of COE-A&DS

 Website: http://coe.nmims.edu/

WATCH THE CONVOCATION VIDEO

https://youtu.be/Py7RA36ZIUA

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Mumbai, 20^th Sept 2021: The international education space in India is evolving rapidly. In a step towards consolidating their global footprint, SVKM’s NMIMS, one of India’s leading education institutions with a 40-year legacy of academic excellence, has now launched its Centre for International Studies. This centre, also known as CIS, was formerly known as SVKM’s Institute of International Studies. It has a successful legacy of over 15 years in the domain of international education.

Established in 2006 as “SVKM’s Institute of International Studies”, the Centre for International Studies (CIS) had its first international collaboration with Kingston Business School, London, for its Business Administration Programme – BBA (Hons.). Over the years, CIS has created a niche for itself by providing a conducive learning environment, which is very important for the conduct of international degree programmes. At CIS, students receive quality education in state-of-the-art, well-equipped classrooms with new teaching techniques, and the latest e-learning environment of global standards like CANVAS, an edu-tech platform. A talent base of teaching faculty that is committed, enthusiastic and professionally accredited, encourage the students to develop and express their creative and competitive talents by participating in various extra-curricular activities and management festivals. The Centre also offers foreign language programmes and value-added certificate programmes in digital marketing, finance, luxury brand management and others, for the students’ holistic development. CIS, in its truest essence, is a “happy learning place”.

NMIMS Centre for International Studies, in association with Kingston University, London, offers the students the most premium 3-year degree of BBA (Hons.), which allows students to study two years at the CIS Campus in Mumbai, and the third year at Kingston University, London. Kingston has been awarded a Business Accreditation by the Association to Advanced Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB), given to a mere 5% of business schools in the world. The curriculum covered in this programme is validated by Kingston University, and after completing three years, students are guaranteed a prestigious degree from Kingston University, London. All students transfer to Kingston University after the second year, and they are also eligible for the two-year post study work visa upon graduating. The students enrolled in this program have the chance to opt for a fourth year, where they undertake a one-year work placement.

Speaking about the recent development, Dr. Ramesh Bhat, Vice Chancellor, SVKM’s NMIMS University, said, “We want to provide a platform to NMIMS students to interact with their counterparts at a global level, which will encourage them to develop a diverse perspective and thus enrich their experiences.  Keeping the growing demand for international education in mind, the NMIMS Centre for International Studies was conceived as a premier centre for creating excellent avenues for international learning opportunities. I firmly believe that this step is in accord with NMIMS’ vision to be a globally admired University by 2030.”

Ms. Deepali Kamle, In-charge Director, Centre for International Studies, noted, “At NMIMS CIS, We are proud of nurturing dynamic corporate leaders and young entrepreneurs, who make a difference to the society. NMIMS CIS graduates are recognized as top quality, marketable managers and entrepreneurs. Our outstanding faculty and staff create a healthy and conducive environment of learning within the institute. Experiential learning and teaching help them to enhance their skills and discover their talents in areas like sports, music, research, leadership etc. The long standing, successful collaborative partnership between NMIMS CIS and Kingston University also ensures that CIS is well versed with globally acclaimed standards of learning and teaching.”

After completing the course, international students are granted two years post-study work visa, to help them in building a career in the UK. The programme cost is less than half the cost of a full-time undergraduate business management degree, if pursued in London.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Course: BBA Hons. (Business Administration)

Eligibility: The minimum entry qualifications for the programme are as below (International equivalent qualifications are accepted for students at the NMIMS, Mumbai campus):

From A levels: 112 UCAS Tariff Points

HSC/ ISC/ CBSE, 12th Standard or equivalent with a minimum of 60%.

International Baccalaureate: 26 IB points overall

Proven English language proficiency, with schooling in English OR Academic IELTS of 6.0 overall (with no element below 5.5)

Application Process: Aspirants can submit their applications at http://svkmepndbci.svkm.ac.in:50000/irj/portal

Admission process: Candidate must pass the selection process at NMIMS CIS which includes assessment of application form and a personal interview and SOP writing.

Website: https://cis.nmims.edu/

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• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Nmims-Cis

 About SVKM’s NMIMS University:

Established in 1981, NMIMS is today recognized as a globally reputed university with strong industry linkages. It offers multiple disciplines across 8 campuses that consist of 17 specialized schools, more than 17000 students, about 750 full-time faculty members, and 10 faculty members with Fulbright Scholarship and Humboldt International Scholarships for post-doctoral researchers. It is known for its consistent academic quality and research-focused approach towards holistic education. SVKM’s NMIMS has been granted Category-I Deemed University status by Graded Autonomy Regulation 2018 by MHRD/UGC, and NMIMS Mumbai Campus is NAAC accredited with a CGPA of 3.59.

Website: www.nmims.edu

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About Kingston University:

Kingston University London is a public research university located within the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, in South West London, England. The University has roots going back more than 120 years. At Kingston University, faculties are passionate about enhancing students’ life chances by helping them make the most of their learning opportunity and equipping them with the skills and knowledge needed in the 21st Century’s demanding workplace.

• Kingston University is ranked in the UK’s top 40 in the 2021 Guardian University Guide*

• Kingston School of Arts’ fashion degree is among best in the world in Business of Fashion listings

• Kingston has 13,105 home/European students, and 3,680 overseas students from more than 140 countries

• 95% of the graduates are in work or further study six months after of graduating

• 60% of the University’s research submission was rated as world-leading or internationally excellent in REF 2014.

Website: https://www.kingston.ac.uk/

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• Take a virtual tour of Kingston University: https://www.kingston.ac.uk/virtual-tour/

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