Campus News

Guest lecture on "Women Empowerment: Issues and challenges"

On 21st December 2024, Mr. Bhagavan Bidarakote, Lead Partnerships & Impact Consulting at Grassroots Research and Advocacy Movement (GRAAM) delivered a guest lecture on "Women Empowerment: Issues and challenges" at SDMIMD campus. During the lecture, Mr. Bhagavan shared his experience of being a part of several significant projects on empowering women. Mr. Bhagavan opined that Indian youth need to be involved more in activities, which aim to uplift the status of women in our society. The lecture was organized as a part of the ESG Seminar course on “Women Empowerment”.   

Guest lecture on "Brand Management"

Mr. Rajeev Krishnan, an accomplished professional with over 30 years of experience, including 20 years in the US with renowned organizations such as Target Group, McKinsey, and Spar Hypermarket, delivered an insightful guest lecture on "Brand Management" held on December 23, 2024.
 
During the session, Mr. Rajeev shared his vast experience in the field of branding, highlighting key strategies for building and managing successful global brands. He emphasized the importance of understanding consumer behavior, leveraging innovation, and maintaining brand consistency in a dynamic market.
 
The lecture was organized as part of the Industry Expert Series, providing students with a unique opportunity to interact with a seasoned industry leader and gain practical insights into the world of brand management.

12th International HR Conference on “Navigating the Human Capital Management in the Digital Era”

SDMIMD organized the 12th International HR Conference on “Navigating the Human Capital Management in the Digital Era”, on 19 and 20 December 2024. 
 
The Conference was inaugurated on 19 December, 2024 by the Chief Guest Mr. Amit Kumar, Vice President and Business Unit Head of Schneider Electric India Pvt Ltd Mysore and the Guest of honor Mr. Kalyan Varanasi, Associate Director - HR at India PepsiCo Capability Center, Hyderabad. Mr. Amit emphasized that in the digital era, companies need to focus on the need for transformation in the leadership style and mindset shifts among employees. He advised the students to follow their passion to become the future leaders. Mr. Kalyan Varanasi illustrated how organizations may get benefits from the faster and more data-driven HR decisions. He also pointed out that many organizations are now considering tier-II cities for business operation expansion due to digital advancements. Dr. S.N. Prasad, Director, SDMIMD welcomed the participants and highlighted how communication norms in corporations have evolved over the years, due to appropriate usage of digital tools. He emphasized on the need for change in the mindset of organizations to embrace the digital tools for managing HR processes. Dr. Mousumi Sengupta, Dean - International Relations, SDMIMD and Conference Chair, mentioned that though digital technologies are becoming significant tools for the HR functions, companies need to consider the potential downsides, such as, increasing job insecurity, challenges related to deterioration of mental well-being among employees, and take appropriate actions to address such challenges.
 
The conference witnessed invited talks from distinguished national and international speakers from corporate world and academia, such as, Mr. Sunam Datta, Chief Commercial Officer of Skyplan (Dubai, UAE); Dr. Raihan Taqui Syed, Faculty Member at the United Arab Emirates University (Abu Dhabi, UAE); Mr. Ravi Kumar, Head of HR at Feedback Advisory (Bangalore); Dr. Stephen Aro-Gordon, Faculty Member at Muscat College (Oman); Mr. Ganesh J, Business Head at Employee Research Advisory Services, Feedback Insights; and, Mr. Nirbhay Lumde, Senior Vice President – ESG & Sustainability at Prestige Group (Bangalore).
 
More than 125 participants from India and abroad attended the conference to present their research on contemporary HR issues. The conference concluded on 20 December, 2024, with a valedictory function featuring Utsav Agarwal, Director of Bhoruka Fabcons Pvt Ltd. Mysore, as the distinguished speaker.

Case Workshop by Prof. Vasant Sivaraman

SDMIMD had the privilege of hosting Prof. Vasant Sivaraman, Professor at SP Jain Institute of Management & Research, Mumbai. He had interactive sessions with the Faculty on best practices of crafting teaching cases on December 17, 2024. Prof. Vasant shared his experience and expertise of case writing and teaching which was very insightful and highly received.  The event was held at the SDMIMD campus.  Dr S N Prasad Director SDMIMD  delivered opening remarks to the program. Dr B Venkatraja, Chairperson- SDM Research Centre for Management Studies welcomed and introduced the Guest. 

Pioneering International Collaborative Research at SDMIMD

We are delighted to announce a significant milestone in SDMIMD's journey of fostering global academic collaborations. Dr. Mousumi Sengupta, Professor of HR & OB and Dean - International Relations, and Dr. Sunil M.V., Assistant Professor of Systems and General Management, have successfully completed SDMIMD’s first international collaborative research project on the Indian bibliography of whistleblowing.
 
This project was undertaken as part of the BI Norwegian Business School's prestigious research initiative. The comprehensive report has been submitted to the Norwegian researchers, contributing valuable insights to the ongoing project.
 
We are proud to share that the Global Bibliography of Whistleblowing Research—a rich and continuously expanding resource—has now been made accessible. This resource represents a remarkable effort to advance knowledge and understanding in the critical area of whistleblowing.
 
Explore the bibliography and its contributions here: 
 
This accomplishment underscores SDMIMD's commitment to impactful research and international collaboration, reflecting our vision to contribute to global academic discourses.

SDMIMD Students Shine at Verve 2024!

SDMIMD is proud to announce the outstanding performance of its students at Verve 2024, organized by St. Joseph’s Institute of Management. The students brought great honor to the institution by securing the Runner-Up position in the overall contingent category, showcasing their exceptional talent and dedication.
 
Individually, SDMIMD students excelled in various events:
 
  • Entrepreneurship Event: Aashik Gowda A and Nishka Bargi – 2nd place
  • Human Resource Event: Helen Peter and Radhika K S – 2nd place
  • Operations Event: Sachin Kumar and Vedanth – 3rd place
  • Business Quiz: Amit Kamath – 3rd place
This remarkable success highlights the caliber of SDMIMD students, the support of its dedicated faculty, and the guidance of the institution.

SDMIMD Recognized Among Top Business Schools in India

SDMIMD has earned notable rankings in two prestigious surveys for 2024:
 
Businessworld - Top B Schools Survey 2024
SDMIMD is ranked 41st overall among 175 B Schools, 26th among 154 private institutions, and 10th among 57 B Schools in the South zone.
 
India Today - India's Best B Schools 2024
The Institute holds the 30th position among 243 private B Schools nationwide and 10th place among 85 South zone B Schools.

Industry Visit to Schneider Electric, Mysore: Exploring Excellence in ESG and Sustainability

As part of the ESG Modular Specialization at SDMIMD, an enriching industry visit for the PGDM 2023-25 batch to Schneider Electric, Mysore, was organized on December 2, 2024. The visit aimed to provide our students with firsthand exposure to how innovation, research, and development are driving sustainability in energy conservation.
 
The session was graced by Mr. Rahul Nayak K., General Manager - Human Resources, HRBP - Metering & Protection Systems, Schneider Electric India Private Limited, Mysore, who gave an insightful presentation on the company's ESG practices. He was joined by Ms. Aishwarya and Ms. Ashwathy. The team highlighted Schneider’s leadership in achieving sustainability goals across the three pillars of ESG—Environment, Social, and Governance. From introducing cutting-edge solutions in single-phase and three-phase digital and smart electrical meters to their consultancy expertise in the energy segment, Schneider Electric demonstrated why it is a global leader in sustainability practices.
 
The visit was not only an opportunity to witness innovation in action but also a chance for students to understand how Schneider Electric integrates ESG principles into its operations and solutions, making it a sought-after consultancy in the energy domain.
 
SDMIMD extend our heartfelt thanks to Mr. Rahul Nayak, Mr. Nataraj Murthy, Ms. Nakshatra, Ms. Ashywathy, and Ms. Aishwarya for their warm hospitality and the invaluable knowledge shared during the visit.
 
This experience will undoubtedly inspire our students to drive sustainability and innovation in their future careers. 

Empowering Sustainability: SDMIMD Students at NIE Mysore

On November 28, 2024, members of the ESG Committee at SDMIMD from PGDM 2024-26 Batch had the privilege of delivering an insightful session on Waste Management to first-year engineering students at the National Institute of Engineering (NIE), Mysore.
The presentation explored global and local waste management practices, highlighting ITC's WOW initiative, Singapore's innovative waste solutions, and the critical role engineers play in tackling waste challenges. The session emphasized actionable strategies for sustainable living and the transformative potential of waste-to-wealth approaches.
We are grateful to NIE for their warm reception and Prof. Shamsundar, Faculty, NIE, Mysore, for the invitation. This collaboration was a testament to the shared vision of fostering environmental responsibility through knowledge and action.
Together, let's "think globally, act locally" for a cleaner and sustainable future!

SDMIMD Tops Career360 - India's Best B-Schools 2025 Rankings

SDMIMD has been ranked 25th among 55 Private B-Schools in India and proudly holds the 1st position with an AAAA+ rating in the South Zone - Mysore & Tumkur region in Career360 - India's Best B-Schools 2025. This achievement highlights SDMIMD's commitment to excellence in management education and holistic development.
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