FDP

FDP on Blending Minds and Machines: Practical AI Strategies for Effective Classroom Delivery and Case Facilitation

Program Overview
This one-day Faculty Development Program brings together undergraduate and postgraduate faculty members to explore the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence in higher education. Set against the backdrop of rapidly evolving pedagogical landscapes, the program offers a hands-on, practitioner-oriented experience designed to bridge the gap between human intelligence and AI-powered tools in classroom settings. Participants will gain practical skills in AI-enhanced teaching, learn to craft AI-assisted case studies, and _ develop competencies for facilitating engaging, AI-supported case discussions. The program is structured into four focused sessions, combining conceptual frameworks with experiential learning, and is delivered by experienced faculty members from SDMIMD.
Program Objectives

At the end of this program, participants will be able to:

  1. Understand the complementary relationship between human intelligence and AI, and apply this understanding to enrich classroom teaching effectiveness.
  2. Design AI-blended lesson plans and instructional strategies suitable for undergraduate and postgraduate classrooms.
  3. Develop high-quality, contextually relevant case studies with the assistance of AI tools, suitable for management and professional education.
  4. Facilitate structured, AI-supported case discussions that promote critical thinking and active student engagement.
  5. Build confidence and competence in adopting AI-enhanced pedagogical practices as part of a future-ready teaching approach.
Resource Persons
Dr. Sunil M.V., is a Faculty in the area of Systems and General Management with over two decades of experience. He has contributed to academia and research in his area of expertise. As the former coordinator for SDM RCMS at SDMIMD, he significantly advanced the PhD program and promoted a research-oriented culture.
 
Dr. Mamta Hegde has completed her post-graduation from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalay, Indore. Doctor of Philosophy in Corporate Leadership from Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi. She is an alumnus of Indian Institute of management, Indore. Dr. Mamta Hegde has a considerable year of experience in corporate and near to two decades years of academic experience. She has worked with various prestigious management institutes.
Program Schedule
Time Details
9:30 am – 9:45 am Registration
9:45 am – 10:00 am Inauguration
10:00 am to 11:15 am
Session 1: Human Intelligence and
AI in Harmony –Foundations for
AI Enhanced Classroom Delivery
11:15 am to 11:45 am Tea / Group Photo Session
11:45 am to 12.45 pm
Session 2: Practical AI Toolkits for the Modern Classroom – Designing AIBlended Lessons and Assessments
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Lunch
2:00 pm – 3:15 pm
Session 3: AI as a Case Author – Crafting Powerful and Pedagogically Rich Case Studies Using AI
3:15 pm to 3:30 pm Tea Break
3:30 pm to 4:45 pm
Session 4: The Intelligent Case Room –
Facilitating AI Framework for Case Discussions for Deeper Student Engagement
4:45 pm to 5:00 pm Valedictory and Certificate Distribution
Who can attend?
Academicians, researchers, working professionals, and individuals with an interest in teaching and learning, particularly those keen on enriching experiences through the application of technology tools for teaching and learning.
Program Fee
Rs. 2000 (Rupees two thousand only) per participant. Please Note: 25% group discount for 3 or more participants from the same organisation/institution
Click here for Registration
Payment Procedure
Option I: Online payment: https://www.sdmimd.ac.in/sdmpayment/
 
Option II: Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) favour of “Director, SDM Institute for Management Development”, payable at Mysore using the following account number:
 
The Federal Bank Ltd
Branch Mysore, Jayalakshmi Puram
Beneficiary: SDM Institute for Management Development
SB A/C: 16890100038823
IFSC Code: FDRL0001689
Quick Contact
Ms. Shrigouri Joshi
MDP/FDP Coordinator, SDMIMD
Mobile: 9590248222
Email: mdp@sdmimd.ac.in

FDP on Future Ready Educators: Blending Pedagogy with Technology for Transformative Learning

SDMIMD Program conducted a one-day Faculty Development Program on ‘Future Ready Educators: Blending Pedagogy with Technology for Transformative Learning’ on August 1st, 2025.
 
This FDP’s objective was to equip faculty members with innovative pedagogical techniques and digital tools, including AI applications and to enable educators to design effective assessment strategies and incorporate experiential learning methods such as simulations, aligned with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and State Education Policy of Karnataka State. Dr. Sunil M.V. and Dr. Mamta Hegde, faculties from SDMIMD, Mysuru were the resource persons for this Faculty Development Program. 
 
Dr. Sunil M.V. a Faculty in Systems and General Management conducted his first session on ‘Towards Sustainability: Harnessing AI for digital Academic Content and Assignment Design.’ In this session he introduced e AI tools that can assist in generating content, creating quizzes, and designing engaging assignments. In his second session Dr. Suni M.V. focussed on ‘Enhancing Learning through Simulations.’ In this session he discussed about Simulations, and guided participants on selecting, designing, and implementing simulation.
 
DR. Mamta Hegde, in her first session discussed on ‘Innovative Pedagogy: Engaging Techniques for Effective Teaching.’ She shed light upon evolving nature of pedagogy in the education system. Focusing on various learner centred approaches this session also emphasized on the need to adapt pedagogy based on student needs, learning outcomes, and course goals. In her second session, she highlighted the importance of aligning assessment methods with learning outcomes. She discussed about the challenges faced in evaluating conceptual understanding and practical application, especially in large or diverse classrooms, and how these can be addressed effectively.
 
24 participants including the faculty members, research scholars. Academicians and students from various institutions and disciplines attended this Faculty Development Program. 

FDP on Future-Ready Educators: Blending Pedagogy with Technology for Transformative Learning

Program Overview 
In the dynamic landscape of Indian higher education, the role of faculty has evolved from being mere transmitters of knowledge to becoming facilitators of learning. With increasing access to digital tools, shifting student expectations, and the growing importance of skill-based education, it is essential for educators to continuously upgrade their teaching methods and technological competence. This Faculty Development Program (FDP) is designed to empower teachers from both undergraduate and postgraduate streams across disciplines to adopt innovative teaching techniques, integrate AI in academic processes, implement meaningful assessments, and use simulations for experiential learning.
 
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 envisions a holistic, flexible, and multidisciplinary education system. In alignment with this vision, this FDP aims to equip the Indian teaching community with practical insights and tools that can enhance student engagement, promote critical thinking, and ensure outcome-based education. The sessions will offer a blend of pedagogical understanding and hands-on exposure to emerging trends in teaching and learning.
Program Objectives
1. To equip faculty members with innovative pedagogical techniques and digital tools, including AI applications, to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes in undergraduate and postgraduate classrooms.
 
2. To enable educators to design effective assessment strategies and incorporate experiential learning methods such as simulations, aligned with the goals of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and State Education Policy of Karnataka State.
Resource Persons
Dr. Sunil M.V., is a Faculty in the area of Systems and General Management with over two decades of experience. He has contributed to academia and research in his area of expertise. As the former coordinator for SDM RCMS at SDMIMD, he significantly advanced the PhD program and promoted a research-oriented culture.
Dr. Mamta Hegde has completed her post-graduation from Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalay, Indore. Doctor of Philosophy in Corporate Leadership from Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi. She is an alumnus of Indian Institute of management, Indore. Dr. Mamta Hegde has a considerable year of experience in corporate and near to two decades years of academic experience. She has worked with various prestigious management institutes.
Who can attend?
Academicians, researchers, working professionals, and individuals with an interest in teaching and learning, particularly those keen on enriching experiences through the application of technology tools for teaching and learning. 
Program Fee
Rs. 2000 (Rupees two thousand only) per participant.
Please Note: 25% group discount for 3 or more participants from the same organisation/institution
Click here for Registration

Program Schedule

Time

Details

9:30 am – 9:45 am

Registration

9:45 am – 10:00 am

Inauguration

10:00 am to 11:15 am

Session 1: Innovative Pedagogy: Engaging Techniques for Effective Teaching

This session will explore the evolving nature of pedagogy in the education system. It will cover various learner-centered approaches. The session will also emphasize the need to adapt pedagogy based on student needs, learning outcomes, and course goals.

11:15 am to 11:45 am

Tea / Group Photo Session

11:45 am to 12.45 pm

Session 2: Towards Sustainability: Harnessing AI for digital Academic Content and Assignment Design

This session will introduce AI tools that can assist in generating content, creating quizzes, and designing engaging assignments. The session will include practical examples of various AI tools. Ethical considerations in using AI in education will also be discussed.

1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Lunch

2:00 pm – 3:15 pm

Session 3: Assessment and Evaluation

This session will highlight the importance of aligning assessment methods with learning outcomes. The discussion will include the challenges faced in evaluating conceptual understanding and practical application, especially in large or diverse classrooms, and how these can be addressed effectively

3:15 pm to 3:30 pm

Tea Break

3:30 pm to 4:45 pm

Session 4: Enhancing Learning through Simulations

This session will introduce the concept of simulations in teaching. It will guide participants on selecting, designing, and implementing simulation.

4:45 pm to 5:00 pm

Valedictory and Certificate Distribution
Quick Contact:
Dr. Sunil M.V
Mobile: 99864 39832 | Tel. No. +91-821-2429722 Extn.1004

Dr. Mamta Hegde
Mobile: 98443 30228 | Tel. No. +91-821-2429722 Extn.1006

Email: mdp@sdmimd.ac.in

FDP on Analysing the Research Landscape

The Faculty Development Program (FDP) on “Analysing the Research Landscape: Bibliometric Techniques for Engineering and Management Applications” was held on August 3, 2024, at SDMIMD. This comprehensive training was aimed at equipping faculty members and researchers from engineering and management disciplines with bibliometric techniques to enhance their research productivity, impact, and evaluation. Participants learned about various reference management tools, data sources, and bibliometric software like VOSviewer and BiblioShiny. The resource persons, Dr Sunil MV and Dr. Anand Sasikumar conducted engaging sessions on the practical applications of these tools in academic research.

FDP on Analysing the Research Landscape: Bibliometric Techniques for Engineering and Management Applications

Program Overview 
This program on Bibliometric Techniques for Engineering and Management Applications is a comprehensive training program designed to equip faculty members and researchers in engineering and management disciplines with the knowledge and skills to apply bibliometric techniques in their research, academic pursuits and consultancy assignments. 
 
The program aims to enhance research productivity, impact, and evaluation in these fields.
Program Objectives
  1. To understand the fundamentals of bibliometrics and its applications in engineering and management research.
  2. To learn various bibliometric techniques, tools, and software for research and analysis.
  3. To apply bibliometric methods to assess research productivity, impact, and quality.
Resource Persons
Dr. Sunil M.V., is a Faculty in the area of Systems and General Management with over two decades of experience. He has contributed to academia and research in his area of expertise. As the former coordinator for SDM RCMS at SDMIMD, he significantly advanced the PhD program and promoted a research-oriented culture.
 
Dr. Anand Sasikumar is a Faculty in the Operations area at SDM Institute for Management Development, Mysuru. He has a Ph. D from National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE, Now IIM-Mumbai), Mumbai and Masters degree in Industrial engineering from Concordia university, Montreal, Canada . He has made significant contributions to academia and research.
Who can attend?
Academicians, researchers, working professionals, and individuals with an interest in teaching and research, particularly those keen on enriching experiences through the application of technology tools for research and analysis.
Program Schedule
Time Details
9:30 am to 9:45 am Registration
9:45 am to 10:00 am Inauguration
10:00 am to 11:15 am
Session 1: 
1.Introduction to Bibliometrics: Definition, importance, and applications.
2. Reference Management tools- Mendeley, Zotero
3. Data Sources and Tools
11:15 am to 11:45 am Tea / Group Photo Session
11:45 am to 12.45 pm
Session 2: 
Introduction to VOS viewer and analysis
1:00 pm to 2:00 pm  Lunch
2:00 pm to 3:15 pm
Session 3: 
Introduction to Zotero and its applications.  
2:00 pm to 3:15 pm Tea Break 
3:30 pm to 4:45 pm
Session 4:
Introduction to BiblioShiny and Literature analysis
4:45 pm to 5:00 pm Valedictory and Certificate Distribution
Program Fee
Rs. 2000 (Rupees two thousand only) per participant.
Please Note: 25% group discount for 3 or more participants from the same organisation/institution
Click here for Registration
Payment Procedure
Option I: Online payment: https://www.sdmimd.ac.in/sdmpayment
 
Option II: Electronic Fund Transfer (EFT) favour of “Director, SDM Institute for Management Development”, payable at Mysore using the following account number:
 
The Federal Bank Ltd
Branch Mysore, Jayalakshmi Puram
Beneficiary: SDM Institute for Management Development
SB A/C: 16890100038823
IFSC Code: FDRL0001689
Option III: Payment may be made in the form of DD drawn in favour of “Director, SDM Institute for Management Development”, payable at Mysore.
Quick Contact
Mr. G. Muddaraj Urs
FDP Coordinator, SDMIMD
Mobile: 9740140485

One-day Faculty Development Programme on “Innovative Teaching Methods”

On May 31, 2024, SDMIMD, Mysore, successfully conducted a Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on "Innovative Teaching Methods." The program attracted academicians from across India, with all participants actively engaging in this hands-on event. Dr. SN Prasad, Director of SDMIMD, inaugurated the FDP, emphasizing the importance of innovative teaching methods that leverage creativity and modern tools for effective knowledge impartation. Dr. Nanda Kishore Shetty, the FDP/MDP Chairperson, supervised the event. The sessions were led by esteemed faculty members of SDMIMD. Dr. Mousumi Sengupta conducted sessions on the background, types, and methodologies of innovative teaching methods, as well as on role play and case study methods. Dr. Sunil MV led sessions on the introduction to artificial intelligence, designing AI-based student assignments, and developing AI policies and assessment methods. The FDP received high praise from participants, who expressed their gratitude and provided positive feedback.

FDP on Leveraging AI for Teaching and Research

A Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on “Leveraging AI for Teaching and Research” was successfully conducted on April 19, 2024, at SDMIMD, Mysore, in a hybrid mode. The program attracted academicians and research scholars from India and abroad, all actively participating in this hands-on FDP.
 
The faculty resource persons of SDMIMD, Dr. Sunil MV and Dr. Mamta Hegde, conducted various sessions during this one-day FDP, as mentioned below:
Session 1: AI in pedagogy and curriculum design.
Session 2: AI tools for enhancing student productivity.
Session 3: Ethical considerations in AI for education and research.
Session 4: Enhancing research reporting and publication through AI.
 
The FDP on “Leveraging AI for Teaching and Research” received high praise from all participants, who expressed their gratitude and provided positive feedback.

FDP for MBA Faculty of GSSS

The MBA Faculty of GSSS Institute of Engineering & Technology for Women, Mysore, participated in a two-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) in Management, held on October 30-31, 2023.
 
The faculty team from SDMIMD and GSSS inaugurated the program & faculty resource persons of SDMIMD conducted various sessions on different topics for a duration of 2 days, as mentioned below:
 
  • Specialization topics in Finance by Dr. M. Sriram, Dr.Riyaz Ahmed, and Dr. S. Kannadas.
  • Specialization topics in HRM by Dr. Mousumi Sengupta, Dr.Mamta Hegde, and Dr. L. Gandhi
  • Specialization topics in Marketing by Dr. Nanda Kishore Shetty, Dr. Keerthan Raj, and Dr.S. Saibaba
The program concluded with a valedictory session and the distribution of certificates.

2nd batch FDP for Professors & Doctors of SDM Ayurveda College, Udupi

A two days Faculty Development Programme was conducted at SDM Ayurveda College, Udupi on 25th and 26th september 2023 for the 2nd batch of their Professors & Doctors. Following sessions were conducted by the faculty resource persons of SDMIMD during these two days:
 
  • Professional & Personal Goal setting,Communication & Presentation skills ,Time and Stress Management by Dr.L.Gandhi
  • Making your profession your passion,Team building & Leadership skills, Role model for students and Public by Dr. Mamta Hegde
  • Updating teaching skills, Application of AI in class room & Application of AI in research and Scientific paper writing by Dr.Sunil MV
The programme was very well appreciated by all the participants as well as by SDMAC Principal Dr.Mamata K.V. and Programme coordinator Dr. Gayathri Hegde. 

Faculty Development Program

A 14-hour Faculty Development Programme was conducted at SDM College of Ayurveda and Hospital, Udupi for their Professors & Doctors on 6th and 7th July 2023.

Following sessions were conducted by the SDMIMD, Mysore faculty resource persons during these two days:

  • Professional & Personal Goal setting, Communication & Presentation skills, Time and Stress Management by Dr.L.Gandhi
  • Making your profession your passion, Team building & Leadership skills, Role model for students and Public by Dr. Mamta Hegde
  • Updating teaching skills by Dr.Sunil MV
  • Creativity, Innovation and problem solving skills to promote research attitude by Dr.S.Saibaba
The programme was well appreciated by the participants as well as by the SDMCA Principal Dr. Mamata K.V. and Programme coordinator Dr. Gayathri Hegde.
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