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International Partners Research Conference 2021

SDMIMD partnered with School of Business, University of Dundee, and other premier Universities across the Globe in organizing the International Partners Research Conference 2021 on 29 November 2021 through online mode. 
 
The focus of the conference was on issues related to socio-economic development. The research papers, concept notes and survey reports on the topic received from different countries were presented and discussed during the conference. It was a platform for the researchers to discuss the issues and seek the experts’ views from different universities partnered for the conference. 
 
The faculty members from SDMIMD presented the papers and chaired the sessions during the conference. Dr. Mousumi Sengupta, Professor – OB/HR & Chairperson – Conferences, SDMIMD, represented the institute. 

6th International Economics Conference

Indian economy though is affected by COVID-19 pandemic, responding positively to the quantitative easing and fiscal measures and reviving appreciably, said Prof.N.R.Bhanumurthy, Economist and Vice Chancellor of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar School of Economics University, Bengaluru. 
 
While delivering inaugural address to the 6th International Economics Conference organised by Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Institute for Management Development (SDMIMD) Mysuru on the theme of “Economic Growth and Sustainable Development: Emerging Trends” Bhanumurthy further says, “fiscal policy should not be the first line of defence during economic crisis and unlike economic crisis of 2008, India executed more prudent policy measures to manage the COVID-19 triggered economic downturn wherein monetary policy dominance over fiscal measures was evident”. Read More>

HR Dasara 2021: Industry-Culture-Conference

SDMIMD & Edin Bridge Foundation in association with Excelsoft Technologies organized a one-day Industry - Culture Conference on “HR Dasara - An insight to Mysuru Industrial Prosperity” recently at SDMIMD on November 26, 2021.
 
The conference was inaugurated by Chief Guest & Keynote speaker Shri. Pratap Simha, Member of Parliament, Mysuru-Kodagu Lok Sabha Constituency & Guests of Honour Dr. N R Parasuraman, Director & Professor - Finance, SDM IMD, Mysuru & Shri D Sudhanva, Co-founder & CEO, Excelsoft Technologies, Mysuru. 
 
Speaking on the occasion Shri. Pratap Simha, in his keynote address, highlighted the history of mysuru industrial development under Wodeyars. Shri Simha appreciated the concept of ‘One City One Industry’ with which Wodeyars set up industries in Mysuru, Mandya, Nanjangud, Bengaluru, Shimoga, etc. Further, he said that the contribution by the Wodeyars to the erstwhile Mysore state was immense. The hydel power project at Shimsha in the early 1900s, Mysore Lamps factory, Sandalwood oil factory, Mysore Paints and Varnishes, & Ideal Jawa are some of the major industries which were established during Wodeyars regime. 
 
He also spoke on the status of some of the ongoing industrial development projects like the 10-lane Bengaluru-Mysuru Economic Corridor project of ₹8172 crores which will reduce travel time between the two cities from three hours to just 90 minutes & the Multi-Modal Logistic Park (MMLP) which is coming up at Kadakola near Nanjangud in 61 acres of land which will have a cold storage unit, state-of-the-art first-of-its-kind in Karnataka warehouses, two Railway lines — loading line and engine escape line, facility for Customs clearances for export and import cargo, hi-tech signaling and telecommunication units, CC Block Pavement, administrative block, connecting roads and drainages, pump house, rainwater harvesting units and a host of other features needed for shipping and receiving goods.
 
The inauguration was followed by 2 Panel Discussion focusing on the - Mysuru City: Challenges in balancing Heritage & Growth; and during the post lunch on the topic - Mysuru City: the next Industrial & IT hub of India.
 
The conference focused on the industrial development & overall growth of Mysuru, ongoing & upcoming industrial projects of Mysuru, the challenges faced by the industries & the growth potential of mysuru. The conference also emphasized the economic development of Mysuru, the contribution of various sectors to the GDP, & new job opportunities. 
 
The conference was concluded with a special session on start-ups & how mysuru can become the next IT hub of India by Shri D Sudhanva, Co-founder & CEO, Excelsoft Technologies, Mysuru. 
 
About 200+ Delegates which include Industrialists, Business Leaders, CEOs, CHROs, HR Professionals & Management Academicians & Students attend the conference.

SDMIMD ranked 14th among Standalone B-Schools in India

The recently released Outlook - ICARE India MBA Ranking 2022 has ranked SDMIMD at the 24th position among the 52 top Private B Schools in India; 6th among 34 Top private B schools in South Zone; & 14th among 46 Private Standalone Institutions.  

B-Schools Ranking 2021

Business Today - MDRA - B Schools Ranking 2021
 
Business Today-MDRA Best B-Schools Ranking 2021 has ranked SDMIMD in 57th position among Top B Schools overall ranking. SDMIMD is in 32nd position among 100 Private B Schools; 60th among 99 in the 'Placement Performance' category; 30th among 100 in the 'Selection Process'; 48th among 100 in 'Future Orientation; and our institute is in 14th position among 20 B Schools in the South Zone.
GHRDC-CSR B-SCHOOL SURVEY – 2021
 
SDMIMD is placed in the 9th position among the Top Leading B Schools of Super Excellence category. Among the 21 Top Private B Schools in Karnataka, SDMIMD is in the 3rd rank. Faculty, Publication, Research, Consultancy, MDP & Other programmes, Placement, USP, Social Responsibility, Networking & Industry Interface are some of the core criteria considered for the evaluation. 
MBAUniverse.com B-school Rankings -2021
 
MBAUniverse.com B-school Rankings -2021 has ranked SDMIMD in the 39th position among 85 B Schools (including both government and private B Schools). 

BCIC Workshops for PGCM 2021-22

The 1-Year PGCM 2021-22 participated in the following online workshops organized by Bangalore Chamber of Industry and Commerce (BCIC) 

  • Workshop on “e-Mobility” 
  • Seminar on “5G Advanced Technologies and Applications” 
  • Workshop on “Fostering India - Japan Relationship” 
  • Workshop on Lean 4.0 - Integration of Lean and Industry 4.0
  • Session on Improving Energy Performance - A Systemic Approach
  • Session on “How to attract Taiwanese investments into India” 
  • Workshop on 'New Paradigms in Leadership'
  • Workshop on “Non-Conventional Avenues of Fundraising MSMEs and Emerging Corporates”

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9th International Conference on Corporate Finance and Financial Markets

The 9th International Finance conference was held on 28th and 29th October,2021 at SDMIMD (virtual model). The conference was inaugurated by Sri.F.R.Singhvi, Joint Managing Director, Sansera Engineering Ltd Bengaluru who also delivered the keynote address. During the keynote address, he stressed on the importance of holding liquid assets for growth and sustenance of business. Liquidity ensures that businesses maintain adequate cash flows and are insulated from the vagaries of changes in macro-economic factors. He also touched upon how the automation process through AI (Artificial Intelligence) and ML (Machine Learning) is changing the landscape of the finance function and the business at large. Dr.N.R.Parasuraman, Director, SDMIMD released the conference proceedings in the form of a CD. During his speech, he highlighted the recent developments in the corporate finance and financial markets. Earlier, Dr.M.Sriram, Associate Professor-Finance, SDMIMD and the conference chair welcomed the gathering and introduced the conference theme for the year 2021.
 
Technical session delivered by Mr.Bharathram, Lokkur Finvestt Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru focused on the factors driving the capital market. He also briefed the audience on the various aspects which need to be looked into before making any investments. Mr.Jacob Thomas, Delivery Manager, TCS Ltd, Germany spoke on block chain and cryptocurrency. His talk covered the nuances of blockchain technology and its application in various aspects of management. There were about 50 research papers which were presented by participants from India and abroad.
 
The valedictory address was delivered by Ms.Rajni Thakur, Chief Economist, RBL Bank Ltd, Mumbai. She provided an outlook on the current state of the financial markets and discussed how the global pandemic has impacted the economies in large and the functioning of financial markets. She was emphatic that fundamentals of the economy have started to rebound and the same was reflected in the performance of the financial markets in India.

Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade releases Dr.NRP's book

SDM Educational Trust Chairman Dr. D Veerendra Heggade releases the 4th edition book 'Derivatives and Risk Management' by Dr. N R Parasuraman, Director, SDMIMD, Mysore. The book “Fundamentals and Financial Derivatives” was first bought out in 2008 by Wiley publishers. The book has attained popularity among students and faculty alike. The 2nd and 3rd edition of the book was bought out in 2012 and 2016 respectively. The 4th edition of the book has come out now under the revised title “Derivatives and Risk Management”. Tata McGraw Hill have taken over the rights of publication.

First aid and CPR Training for Young Managers

SDMIMD organized a session on First Aid and CPR (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) for the students and staff members on 26th October 2021. The introductory session of the training program was delivered by Dr Aravind R M, Consultant General and Laparoscopic Surgeon from Cauvery Heart and Multispeciality Hospital, Mysore.
 
Dr Aravindam explained the DOs and DONTs of first aid and laid emphasis on the importance of First Aid in saving lives. Basic first aid and CPR skills are invaluable because it lets us ease and help someone until support arrives.
 
The Session on CPR was delivered by Dr Vaidyanathan R, Consultant Intensivist and Director, Critical Care and Emergency Services from Cauvery Heart and Multispeciality Hospital, Mysore.
 
The sessions were followed by a practical demonstration of First aid and CPR by a team of Instructors of Cauvery Heart and Multispeciality Hospital and EC Members of the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists, Mysore City Branch.
 
Earlier, the team of doctors and medical staff of Cauvery hospital was welcomed by Prof. C.V. Sridhar, Asst. Professor, SDMIMD.

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