SVKM’s NMIMS (Deemed-to-be University) School of Business Management (SBM) inaugurated its MBA programmes in Digital Transformation, Business Analytics and Healthcare Management for the 2024-2026 batch of students on June 10, 2024, at its Mumbai campus. Mr. Prakash Sah, Managing Partner & Head, Data, Analytics and AI – Manufacturing, TCS, was the Chief Guest at the inauguration ceremony.
Gracing the grand occasion were Dr. Justin Paul, Dean and Provost of Management Education, NMIMS SBM, Dr. Chandrima Sikdar, Associate Dean, NMIMS SBM, and senior NMIMS faculty including Programme Chairpersons, Prof. Binesh Nair, MBA Digital Transformation, Dr. Sridhar Vaidyanathan, MBA Business Analytics and Dr. Neha Sadhotra, MBA Healthcare Management.
With its world-class facilities, modern pedagogy and an ever-evolving curriculum, NMIMS SBM focuses not only on providing students with skills but also on nurturing a well-rounded perspective. The programme incorporates technological advancements, the value of integrity, innovation, corporate governance and sustainable practices. Moreover, the School’s partnerships with several leading international universities ensure global exposure for its students and prepare them to thrive in a multicultural environment while a robust industry connect provides dynamic internship opportunities for students to gain real-world experiences before entering their careers.
Moreover, to ensure uniformity and consistent quality of education across its campuses, NMIMS SBM follows the One MBA – One Curriculum approach. This further attracts recruiting companies seeking a reliable and standardised educational experience.
As a testament to its commitment to academic excellence, NMIMS SBM 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). The inauguration began with the traditional Saraswati Vandana, the lighting of the lamp and the rendition of the NMIMS Anthem which set a solemn and respectful tone for the proceedings of the day.
In his inspiring address, Mr Prakash Sah said, “Entrepreneurship is booming in India and you will get to become managers and leaders in India that has the aspiration to become ‘Viksit Bharat’ or a developed nation. You will be the change agents and catalysts to drive the transition. Whatever career path you choose, it will be a big responsibility on your shoulders. The 10 most important things you will have to keep in mind as students and in your professional lives will be focussing on diversity; learning to listen, without reacting; developing emotional intelligence; networking; time management; being a lifelong learner by upskilling and cross-skilling yourselves; creativity; embracing success and failure and being resilient; entrepreneurship and lastly finding time for hobbies and personal growth and welfare. I would like to end with a quote by Abraham Lincoln, ‘The best way to predict your future is to create it.’ Be the protagonists of your own life and don’t forget to have lots of fun.”
Speaking on the important occasion, Dr. Justin Paul said, The NMIMS MBA programme is designed to
be rigorous and demanding because we believe that true growth comes from stepping out of your comfort zones. You will be exposed to cutting-edge theories, real-world case studies and diverse
perspectives that will broaden your understanding of global business dynamics. The path to success
is a continuous process, you will need to leverage the opportunities arising out of the open economy
and create capabilities. Remember, your time here is not just about acquiring knowledge but
shaping your personality and developing a mindset geared towards lifelong learning. So, I would
encourage you to embrace every opportunity and always remain curious. Be optimistic, be proactive
and be diplomatic. Most importantly, don’t get disappointed if you do not get what you want in your
first or second attempts and be patient. We are thrilled to have you here and are committed to
supporting you throughout this transformative journey. Welcome to our MBA programme. “
The event concluded with Dr. Chandrima Sikdar delivering the Vote of Thanks, expressing gratitude
to all speakers and guests for their participation and support.
