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OF MANAGEMENT EXCELLENCE
Mission
Our mission is to improve continuously and excel with a
focus on quality in imparting management education.
Vision
Our vision is to be:
A leader in industry relevant educational services
Provide professional ambience for teaching, training,
research and consultancy
Network with premier global and national institutions.
Objective
Our objective is to develop EFFECTIVE managers and
ENTREPRENEURS with an ability to think GLOBALLY,
ask the right QUESTIONS, conceive SOLUTIONS
with an ANALYTICAL RIGOR and excel in effectively
COMMUNICATING their ideas.
Mr. Vivek Garg (Director, Navi Mumbai Campus) in discussions with some of the Navi Mumbai faculty.
Director’s Message
It is my pleasure to welcome you to the world of ISME. Over the years, we have been able to create an impact in the field
of management education by incorporating the philosophy of ‘Quality in Education’. As you explore, you will realize that
this philosophy has been adopted in every aspect that impacts learning.
We are part of a worldwide Quality certifying body NVT Quality Certification. Our programs are approved by National
Accreditation Board for Education and Training (NABET), Quality Council of India. This has helped us to set up processes for
education that match global standards. We have incorporated Six Sigma Green Belt & Black Belt course work certifications
as an integral part of the program. These certifications are proving to be great differentiators for our students.
The faculty have graduated from top management schools of the world or have worked in global organizations. Their
background has helped us incorporate the latest teaching methodologies and bring in the latest knowledge from
around the world to the classroom. Our partnership for Business Strategy Game with faculty from University of Alabama,
USA further adds value to the learning process. Our curriculum is updated regularly and has a focus on recruiters
expectations.
The supporting infrastructure at the academic centre gives a feel of a corporate environment and the hostel is a home
away from home. We are fortunate to be strategically located at both Bangalore and Navi Mumbai in one of the best
locations of the country and to be surrounded by over 500 international companies.
As a result of all the above strengths, we have had an excellent placement record and our alumni are working in a
number of global organizations.
I invite you to further Explore > Experience > Excel and be a part of us.
Nitin Garg
BTech. & MTech. – IIT (B); MBA – CMU, USA
ISME
ISME is one of the top business schools in India located at Bangalore and Navi Mumbai.
ISME was established to serve the educational needs of our society and develop leaders
who are well prepared to lead businesses in the global economy. ISME programs are
not just about management education but also about learning the art of excellence.
The functional and industry specific knowledge that the students gain at ISME help
the students to get prepared and become valuable contributors to the industry. As a
result, the graduated students of ISME are employed in top multi- nationals in India and
abroad.
ISME is a part of NVT Quality Educational Trust promoted by NVT Group. NVT Group of
companies is a professional certification, training and consulting service organization
having offices throughout India and USA. NVT Group of companies includes NVT
Quality Certification and NVT Quality Educational Trust – consisting of ISME Centre for
Quality Excellence and International School of Management Excellence.
NVT has been a leader in the area of quality management and business process
improvement over the last decade. NVT has served over 1000 clients throughout India,
South East Asia, Middle East and United States. Some of NVT / KEMA clients include ORG-
MARG, GM, HAL, Lemuir, Sobha Developers, Satyam, TCS, Philips, GE, HP, IBM, Motorola,
Texas Instruments, Xerox etc.
ISME has been recognized globally for academic excellence. Some of the recent awards
and recognitions have been
Top B- School in India as ranked by Business India, Competition Success Review and
Pagal Guy
Ranked 2nd New generation School, 9th in Academic Excellence & 17th Top B- School
Experts Behind ISME
National Advisory Board
Prof. A.K.Chaudhuri, Former Professor Amitabh Saxena, Former VP Transformation
- Indian Statistical Institute -Deutsche Bank, Global Consultant-Middle East
Dr. Giridhar J. Gyani, Secretary General Chandran Natarajan, CEO- Rev Technologies
-Quality Council of India N.K.Palta, CEO- Maini Global Aerospace
K.G.Garg, Chairman- NVT Quality Certification Suresh Menon, AVP(HR)- Total Environment
A.N.Chandramouli, CEO- Starragheckert Dr. Mohan Sharma, Director of Engineering - Ericsson
Pankaj Gadhia, COO- Lemuir Group Shoma Bakre, Managing Partner - Empower Research
Jones Joseph, Group Business Director Dinesh Gopalan, Director (Fin) - Fidelity India Services
-IMRB International
Dr. Ramesh G. Tagat, Academic Mentor- ISME
Prof. T. Krishna Kumar, Guest Faculty Former Prof. IIM (Bangalore)
-IIM(Bangalore)
Nitin Garg, Director- ISME
Prof. M.S.Modithaya, Director- NITTE
“ISME students are role models for Business Schools in India – they are exposed to industry and they get a lot of practical inputs through case
methods. As a panelist, I have seen their creativity in analyzing business cases, simulation and also presentation skills; they have competitive
spirit and some students literally transform from passive and submissive personality to active and assertive individuals.”
A.N. CHANDRAMOULI,
CEO – Starragheckert, India
International Advisors
Abhinav Uttam, MBA MIT, USA Samrat Basu, MBA IIM(B)
Anupam Banerjee, PhD. Carnegie Mellon University, USA Prof. Senthil Veeraraghavan,
Arvind Gupta, MBA University of North Carolina, USA Wharton School of Business, USA
Arvind Pachhapur, MBA University of Minnesota, USA Sudhendu Saxena, MBA IIM(L)
Cyrus Driver, MBA IIM(A) Tanuj Garg, MS Carnegie Mellon University, USA;
MBA Wharton School of Business, USA
Manuj Naman, MBA INSEAD, France
Yogesh Joshi, PhD. Wharton School of Business, USA
Mohit Bhakuni, MBA INSEAD, France
Rajesh G.M. Kumar, MBA MIT, USA
Rahul Mathur, MBA London Business School, UK
Sai Punjabi, MBA MIT, USA
Rakesh Duggirala, MBA University of Chicago, USA
“ISME brings together the perfect management experience - vast pool of sound academic knowledge, global exposure, interaction with
the best students and faculty, opportunities to solve real management problems for the industry, opportunities to work with faculty and
professionals from the best business schools in the world and guidance to develop leadership skills.”
G.M. RAJESH KUMAR
MBA MIT, USA; Deloitte Consulting, USA
Academic Programs
Post Graduate Program in Management
(PGPM)– FULL TIME
Major - Marketing; Minor - Finance
Major - Finance; Minor - Marketing
Major - Human Resource; Minor - Marketing
Major - Information Technology; Minor - Marketing
Above Programs are accredited by National Accreditation Board for Education and Training (NABET), Quality Council of
India.
National Accreditation Board for Education and Training is one of the Constituent
Boards of Quality Council of India which is an autonomous body set up by
Government of India and three premier Industry Association viz., CII, FICCI, and
Accredited by NABET, ASSOCHAM. The nodal ministry for Quality Council of India is Ministry of Commerce
Quality Council of India and Industry.
The curriculum for the PGPM program has been designed after extensive research and discussions with the International
Advisors and National Advisory Board, who are graduates of some of the best business schools like MIT- USA, Wharton
Business School – USA, Carnegie Mellon University – USA, Purdue University – USA, INSEAD – France, IIM’s and other
leading schools. The International Advisors and National Advisory Board along with the Academic Mentor review the
curriculum constantly to ensure industry relevant courses are offered to the students. The industry relevant curriculum
ensures that students are taught subjects that have a direct impact on the business world and students are able to apply
the concepts learnt in the class to real life situations. Further there is a strong focus on skill building like communication
and managerial skill development.
Quality in Education
“International School of Management Excellence, stands as a symbol of quality education with its rigorous curriculum and
consummate faculty. Association with ISME ensures the professional growth of the students and is the ‘Passport to Success’.”
ILA SRIVASTAVA, ABDUL KAREEM (in picture) PGPM (2010-2012) Bangalore
Academic Differentiators
Global Inputs
As a part of the program, students undertake courses designed and offered at some of the
top business schools leading to additional certifications.
The Harvard Business School Publishing course is part of the program to develop people
management and leadership skills of students.
Students participate in the Business Strategy Game by Prof. Arthur Thompson, University
of Alabama,USA. The game is a simulation for running a multinational company. Top teams
are invited to play against global competitors. Students receive certification for Business
Strategy Game by Prof. Arthur Thompson, University of Alabama, USA.
Course Delivery
The course delivery methodology allows students a combination of focused and broad
based learning experience. The six term delivery methodology with each term of eight
weeks duration with five courses covered in every term ensures high level of academic
input and fast paced learning. The teaching methodology is an interactive learning process
with case studies, role playing and concept and technique sessions. This course delivery and
teaching methodology is being followed at renowned business schools around the world.
The institute follows an internationally adopted Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA)
grading system.
Industry Focus
Apart from the subject of specialization, students at ISME are exposed to subjects with
specific industry focus.
Six Sigma Green Belt and Black Belt course work certifications are an integral part of the
program, and these certifications are highly sought after by the industry.
As part of the weekly video lecture series, students virtually interact with the top CEOs
and movers and shakers of the industry. There is a strong focus on developing students to
become aware of current business events through courses on current business updates and
guest lectures by industry leaders.
Research
ISME faculty constantly works
on various emerging areas in
Management. ISME along with
Quality Council of India, hosted the
first conference titled ‘Emerging
Trends in Professional Management
Education in Knowledge Economy
in India’, in January, 2010. The
Conference had participation from
eminent people across the country
and abroad. ISME is now holding
the second conference along with
Quality Council of India, titled‘Impact
of Globalization on Management
Education: Curriculum to Careers’.
These initiatives have established
ISME as thought leaders in the field
of Management Education.
Program Structure Academic Excellence
“The curriculum of ISME is designed based on practical requirements of corporate world and delivered through highly
experienced and dynamic faculties. The coursework, followed by training and concluded with six sigma green and black belt
course work certification, provides a great exposure theoretically and practically.”
Bikash Agarwal, PGPM (2010 – 2012) Navi Mumbai
Program Structure
ISME follows a unique term module. Each term is of 8 weeks duration and has 5 subjects. This system is in line with the
course format followed at renowned international business schools.
Major - Marketing
Consumer Behaviour
Major - Finance
Strategic Financial
Management
Investment Analysis &
Portfolio Management
Major - Human Resource Management
Managing Industrial
Relations
Organizational
Development
Database Management
Systems
* Not for IT
Focus Term 4 Term 5 Term 6
Mkt & Finance -
Financial Services
Marketing [Minor
Specialization]
Strategic Innovation
Cross Functional HR - Services
Management Management
Marketing [Minor
Specialization]
IT - Organizational
Development for IT
Business Law and
General Entrepreneurship
Ethics
Business Operations
Quantitative
Management
Global Business
Six Sigma Green Belt Management
Workshops Strategy Game -
Certification Techniques Review
University of Alabama
Major - Marketing
Business Analytics
Global Business
Retail Marketing Game - Carnegie
Management
Mellon University
Major - Finance
Business Analytics
International Finance Game - Carnegie Business Taxation
Mellon University
Mergers, Acquisitions
Derivatives & Risk
Investment Banking & Corporate
Management
Restructuring
Major - Human Resource Management
Business Analytics
Knowledge & Change Team Management &
Game - Carnegie
Management Leadership
Mellon University
Performance
Training & Management &
HRM Practices
Development Compensation
Practices
Major - Information Technology
Business Analytics
E Commerce and
Game - Carnegie Business Analytics
Web Programming
Mellon University
Software Project
User Interface and e-Marketing [Minor
Management
Project Design Specialization]
IT Project Work
In Term 6 students need to choose at least one course from their specialization. The other four courses can be chosen from any of the courses being offered.
Program structure subject to relevant modification based on evolving placement opportunities.
Accomplished Faculty
ISME brings together some of the best faculty in the world. The
experience of faculty members comes from around the globe, with
diverse specializations and industry knowledge. The quality of academic
inputs is one of the key differentiator of ISME.
“The structure and sequence of the program is given utmost importance to meet the objective of imparting business relevant
management education with coverage of principles of marketing, finance, operations, quantitative and human resources.”
“At ISME, more emphasis is given to flow state learning that facilitates building competency of students required by
the CORPORATES through blend of theoretical expertise and practical experience.”
“It is generally said that Business/ Management cannot be taught; but learnt.
ISME PGPM program tries to impart education through a fine blend of theory and practice. Real time situations
created through management games, guest lectures, business excellence series and academic rigour through class
room sessions help the student relate concepts to practice.”
Rajesh Madhavan, Head of Finance, MBA, Philadelphia University, USA
“The faculty at ISME is well experienced and provides practical knowledge in all subjects. This helps us to relate the
concepts to the current situation and trends in the industry.”
RONALD FERNANDES, PGPM (2010-2012) Bangalore
“All the faculty members are very good and deliver extremely well. They not only yield us theoretical knowledge but
also teach how to apply the knowledge in real life. It is great pleasure to learn in this innovative way. ISME transforms
students into future leaders.”
Avijesh Jha, PGPM (2010 – 2012) Navi Mumbai
Campus Infrastructure
The campus infrastructure at Bangalore and Navi Mumbai
consists of all modern facilities including computer lab, well
stocked library, integrated Wi-Fi enabled campuses, spacious
air conditioned class rooms and executive board room.
“Equipped with sophisticated facilities and infrastructure , ISME creates a great academic atmosphere.”
KRISHNAMADHAVI KALYANAM, PGPM (2010-2012) Bangalore
Academic Club
Under the able guidance of the faculty, the Academic Club organizes a number of guest lectures, industry visits, current
business update workshops, case study competitions and personality grooming workshops. These activities improve the
overall personality of the students and exposes them to real industry environment.
Social Club
Social Club conducts social events like Teachers Day, Diwali Celebration, Thanks Giving Day, Cricket Day, Christmas Day
etc. The social club also supports social activities like teaching computers to the blind.
Literary Club
The Literary Club releases the students magazine ExCEL (Excellence
in Culture, Education and Leadership). This is a quarterly in-house
magazine of the activities at the campus. The magazine gives students
a platform to showcase their creativity, talent and their leadership
qualities. Articles and papers are contributed by students and faculty.
Through this magazine, students are encouraged to think of the
world around them. The magazine brings together current news from
the business world, students activities at the campus and hostel and
showcases the literary talent of the students.
Learning to Excel
Industry visits are organized to expose students to various career options. Students in the past have
visited a number of manufacturing and service companies where they get to interact with the senior
management and the working professionals and closely watch how various operations are performed
in an industry.
As part of the mentoring program, a small group of students are assigned to a faculty to mentor and
counsel them for personal and professional development.
Recruiting Activities
The Center organizes on-campus and off-campus recruiting events where companies are invited to
participate and discuss various career opportunities in their organization.
The out-going PGPM batch got opportunities in number of top multi-national companies across various
industry sectors. ISME has achieved a 100% placement record since the very beginning.
Institutional Membership
ISME is an institutional member of Bangalore Management
Association, NHRD (National HRD Network), BCIC (Bangalore Chamber
of Industries and Commerce), NEN (National Entrepreneurship
Network) and CII. ISME interacts and works with other members to
find suitable opportunities for the students.
Guest Speakers
The faculty and Careers Opportunity Center organizes guest lectures,
workshops, panel discussions and conferences for students to meet,
discuss and interact with the corporate leaders.
“ One thing which strikes my mind when thinking about ISME is a very famous quote by Marva Collins “The essence of teaching
is to make learning contagious, to have one idea spark another”…Rigorous training program at ISME is very well structured
for all round development of individuals. This in turn grooms them to get a foothold in the highly soliciting corporate world.
Unlike any other management school, ISME has got a course curriculum which is highly flexible and circumvents around the
latest trends in the market. I have personally noticed a quantum leap in my acumen and really feel that ISME has changed the
way I look at things and my success at workplace makes it very evident. “
Rachana Singh (ISME Batch 2009) Sr. Consultant
The ISME experience continues even after the program at ISME. The time spent at
ISME results in lifelong connections and friendship. The alumni network empowers
and helps at every stage. The relationships built gives the power to move ahead,
change career and even find opportunities through the network.
The Career Opportunity Center provides career resource to all alumni throughout
their professional career to counsel and help alumni find opportunities in case they
are interested to change their career path.
Many ISME alumni are important contributors to the ISME experience. The alumni
participate as guest speakers, mentor students and guide students on various career
paths available.
Proximity to Corporate World
Admission Process
Admission to the program at ISME is highly competitive. The Admission
Office reviews applications on an individual basis looking at both
quantitative and qualitative aspects of an applicant’s professional and
academic background. The committee seeks to assess an individual’s
potential for academic success and future professional growth.
Eligibility
- Bachelors/ Master Degree from any recognized education institution
in Commerce, Management, Arts, Science, Engineering, Technology or
equivalent with minimum 50% aggregate marks.
Admission Dates
ISME employs rolling admission process – meaning all completed
applications are generally reviewed in chronological order according to
the dates they are submitted.
Selection Process
Stage 1: Complete Application Information
Every applicant seeking admission to ISME needs to complete the
Application Form, attach the required documents and submit the entire
application to ISME’s Admission Office.
International School of
Management Excellence,
CAP 1, EOIZ,
Export Promotion Industrial Park,
Near ITPL, Whitefield,
Bangalore 560066.
Stage 2: Interviews
Shortlisted candidates are called for an interview with a panel of experts from ISME.
Bank Loans
ISME is committed to assisting students in finding the necessary financial resources for their education and will assist
in providing the necessary information for obtaining a bank loan. ISME has institutional approval from banks like Union
Bank, Punjab National Bank and Credila. Students in the past have got loans from State Bank of India, Bank of Baroda,
Oriental Bank of Commerce, Canara Bank, Bank of India, Central Bank of India and many other nationalized banks.
“ISME takes great pride in admitting students from over 20 states each year and this diverse environment helps in nurturing
and enriching the students. The curriculum of the course is very well designed. A lot of practical approach towards the
courses boosts the energy levels of the students & grooms their personality to make them smart internally & externally for
professional success in the future. We look forward to meeting you and welcoming you to ISME.”