Department Overview
The Department of Management Studies was established in the year 2008 with an objective of producing Young Management Executives with global standards. The MBA programme is a 2-year (4 semesters) full time Master Degree programme in Business Administration. While the first year is devoted to foundational course, the second year would enable the students to gain a depth knowledge in different areas and specialize in elective fields like Finance, HR & Marketing.
The department maintains high standards in conducting lectures by academicians, Industrial tours, Personality development programmes, Case studies and Guest lecturers from Industry. An erudite team of faculty members moulds the enthusiastic students into multifaceted professionals. As communication plays a major role in the current scenario, the department with the support of the English Faculty conducts the Communication Skills Workshops to the students. Apart from this, the Department conducts various interactive training programmes for the students.
Department of Management Studies is committed to impart Technical and Research based quality education and to develop innovative skills among the students and to enrich the academic activities through continual improvement in the teaching and learning processes. The department also focuses on infusing confidence in the minds of students and to develop them as entrepreneurs. It develops expertise for consultative activities by providing opportunities for industry – institute interaction. It is also constantly upgrading the technical expertise for producing competent professionals to cater to the needs of society and to meet the global challenges. Much care is taken to involve the faculty in the development of professional skills and to take an active interest in counseling the students.
MBA DEPARTMENT STRENGTHS
Experienced dedicated and committed faculty
Highly industry interactive education
Problem Based Learning methodology along with Case Study Approach
Focused on creating world class leaders / managers
Focused on Skills sets - Soft skills as well as Managerial skills
Enhancing practical knowledge by conducting industry visits
Pre-placement training is given in accordance with industry requirements
Workshops and seminars are occasionally organized on recent trends in management
State-of-art infrastructure is provided
Guest lectures are arranged with experienced industry people
Vision
To be the leader in creating knowledge and developing the program that produces well-rounded business leaders.
Mission
We intend to provide and develop the capabilities of the young managers by raising their level of competence and intellect to face various challenges in the global environment. In pursuit of excellence, we provide training and development services, foster research and disseminate knowledge through publication of books, journals and magazines for the development of society at large.
QUALITY POLICY
GNIT is committed to provide quality education through dedicated and talented faculty, world-class infrastructure, labs and advanced centre to the students.
PROGRAMME EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)
PEO-1: Students will establish themselves as effective professionals by solving real problems through the use of management science/practices knowledge and with attention to team work, effective communication, critical thinking and problem solving skills.
PEO-2: Students will develop professional skills that prepare/reinforce them for immediate employment and for life-long learning in advanced areas of management and related fields.
PEO-3: Students will demonstrate their ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment by having learned and applied new skills and new competencies.
PROGRAMME OUTCOMES (POS)
PO1: Apply knowledge of management theories and practices to solve business problems.
PO2: Foster analytical and critical thinking abilities for data-based decision making.
PO3: Ability to develop Value based Leadership ability.
PO4: Ability to understand, analyze and communicate global, economic, legal, and ethical aspects of business.
PO5: Ability to lead themselves and others in the achievement of organizational goals, contributing effectively to a team environment.
PO6: Adapt and develop research acumen.
PO7: Determine the entrepreneurial skills.
PO8: Choose the best possible investment decisions for an enterprise.
PROGRAMME SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSOs)
PSO1: To prepare graduates who will design business solutions for problems across the various functional domain of Management.
PSO2: To prepare graduate who will contribute to the growth and development of the society through their research acumen and entrepreneurial skills.
PSO3: To prepare job ready graduates who are equipped with the requisite interpersonal skills and aptitude.
PEOs – POs MAPPING
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Core Values
1. Excellence: We strive for excellence in all aspects of the program, including teaching, research, curriculum design, and student outcomes and seek to provide a high-quality education that prepares students for success in their careers.
2. Integrity: Integrity is a fundamental core value of our department. We emphasize ethical behavior, honesty, and accountability in all academic and professional activities. MBA program aims to instill a strong sense of integrity and promote ethical decision-making among our students.
3. Collaboration: Collaboration is highly valuedas it reflects the importance of teamwork and effective communication in the business world. MBA program often includes group projects and case studies that encourage students to work together, leveraging each other's strengths and expertise.
4. Diversity and Inclusion: We recognize the value of diversity and inclusion in fostering a vibrant and enriching learning environment and promote diversity in terms of students' backgrounds, experiences, cultures, and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive space where all individuals feel welcome and valued.
5. Innovation and Entrepreneurship: In today's rapidly changing business landscape, innovation and entrepreneurship are crucial for success. We encourage students to think creatively, develop innovative solutions, and embrace an entrepreneurial mindset. They provide opportunities for students to learn about innovation and entrepreneurship through coursework, experiential learning, and engagement with industry leaders.
Departmental Advisory Board
The DAB is composed of members from eminent institutions as well as members from industry, parents, alumni, members of faculty and students of the department.
The composition of the DAB is as follows:
| S. No | Name of the Member | Designation | Position in the Committee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Dr. B. Madhusudhan Reddy | Professor & HOD | Chairperson |
| 02 | Mr. B. Vishnu Reddy | Managing Director Laxmi Tooltech Pvt. Ltd. HYD |
Industry Expert |
| 03 | Dr. L. Srinivas Reddy | Principal Aristotle PG College, HYD |
Academic Expert |
| 04 | Ms. T. Kaveri Reddy | HR Manager | Alumni Member |
| 05 | Mr. D. Dayanand | Parent (Employee) | Member |
| 06 | Mr. D. Nageshwar | Parent (Business) | Member |
| 07 | Mr. D. Pramod Kumar | I Year Student | Member |
| 08 | Veena Dandetikar | II Year Student | Member |
| 09 | Dr. K. Gnaneshwar | Asst. Professor | Member |
| 10 | Mr. E. Ramesh | Asst. Professor | Member |
Roles & Responsibilities of DAB
The Committee interacts and maintains liaison with key stakeholders.
Departmental Academic Committee
| S. No | Name of the Member | Designation | Position in the Committee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Dr. B. Madhusudhan Reddy | Professor & HOD | Chairperson |
| 02 | Dr. K. Gnaneshwar | Asst. Professor | Program Coordinator |
| 03 | Mr. E. Ramesh | Asst. Professor | Module Coordinator |
| 04 | Ms. D. Rajeshwari | Asst. Professor | Course Coordinator |
PG
| Program Structure | |
| Program | MBA |
| Intake | 60 |
| Duration | 2 years |
| Eligibility Criteria | Bachelor Degree |
| Selection Procedure | Entrance Test |
Academics
MBA is one of the most coveted course; ample numbers of students are looking to make their career in the management field. The reason behind this magnetism of course is the career options offered by various specializations. An MBA degree is a two years program imparts knowledge in the specializations like Financial Management, Marketing Management and Human Resource Management etc.
Research Mileage
There are multiple opportunities to do research in specific areas. Some of the specific areas are: Finance, Marketing and Human Resource Management etc.
Career Prospects
The Department of Management Studies prepares students for a range of career opportunities in Accounting, Finance, Human Recourses, Marketing, Sales, Product Management, Management, Technology Management etc. MBA students gain many skills that are easily transferable to any of the above career choices. If students have a clear idea what sector they wish to pursue as a career it would be a wise choice to consider taking up a specialized MBA course. These take longer to complete than a broad MBA course, however they are more marketable and appealing to a business. However there are core modules students will encounter on both broad and specialized courses such as:
Accounting
Quantitative analysis
Economics
Marketing
Specialized courses will incorporate all of the above however there will be further information about specific subject areas for example higher education and marketing. However, whatever course students eventually choose MBA degrees are always a very valuable and very desirable for a business.
Since higher education has become more widely available, businesses are always looking for employees with further experience and further degrees. MBA courses will allow students to obtain this edge on the competition.
HOD Message
MBA in today’s scenario is considered as a basic qualification for management positions be it in Finance, Marketing, and HR department of an organization. The major advantages of pursuing MBA is the exposure to the theories of management and their practical implications, understanding the actual organizational environment, the working culture and learning the ways to become successful managers in various disciplines.
In present globally acquired business environment, dynamic managers having vision, resourcefulness and proficiency to face the problems and challenges are in demand. Keeping this in view, Department of Management Studies, GNIT trains the students with quality education and skill sets required in business world. The pedagogy followed is in coherence with the current requirements in order to bring out the best in the students to be successful managers.
The institution has highly competent, committed and proficient faculty who have associated their personal aims and growth with that of the institution. We concentrate on providing soft skills with special emphasis on spoken English, role plays, case discussions, mock interviews, group discussions etc.
The students of the department have been actively participating in the Consultancy Development Cell as well as Entrepreneurship Development Centre in the institution. This practical approach helps students to face the highly competitive environment and unleash their full potential.
With Best Wishes,
Dr. B. MADHUSUDHAN REDDY
Head - Department of MBA,
Guru Nanak Institute of Technology, Ibrahimpatnam, Hyderabad.
hodmba.gnit@gniindia.org
+91-9494351770
HOD Profile
Dr. B. Madhusudhan Reddy obtained his Master Degree in Business Adminstration from Nagarjuna University, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh State and completed his Ph.D from Kakatiya University, Warangal, Telangana State. He joined DVM group of Colleges in Telangana State and worked as the principal for DVM College of Business Management for seven years at Nalgonda town. Dr. Reddy has 30+ years of experience. At present, he is working as a Professor and Head of the Department of Management Studies at Guru Nanak Institute of Technology, Hyderabad for past eight year.
His research interests include Accounting and Finance and he has published 17 papers in referred journals in the proceedings of National/International Conferences. He conducted a couple of Seminars, Workshops and delivered guest Lectures.He has presented papers at international conferences and journals.
Dr. B. MADHUSUDHAN REDDY
M.Com., M.A.(Eng)., MBA., M.Phil., PhD., PGDCA Prof & HOD
Faculty Profile
| S. No. | Name of the Faculty | Qualification | Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. B. Madhusudhan Reddy | Ph.D. | Professor & HOD |
| 2 | Dr. K. Gnaneshwar | Ph.D. | Assistant Professor |
| 3 | Dr. D. Rajeswari | Ph.D. | Assistant Professor |
| 4 | Ms. G. Prasanna | MBA | Assistant Professor |
| 5 | Ms. G. Ashwini | MBA | Assistant Professor |
| 6 | Ms. P. Rajitha | MBA | Assistant Professor |
| 7 | Ms. T. Vijetha | MBA | Assistant Professor |
| 8 | Ms. J. Manasa | MBA | Assistant Professor |
Dr. B. Madhusudhan Reddy
Ph.D
Professor & HOD
Dr. B. Madhusudhan Reddy is currently working as a professor in finance & the Head of the Department of Management Studies (MBA) at Guru Nanak Institute of Technology, Hyderabad.
Dr. Reddy pursued his Doctoral Program in Accounting and Finance from Kakatiya University, Warangal, Telangana. He has more than 33 years of teaching and administration experience as the teaching faculty and the principal in various MBA colleges in Telangana state.
His contributions in the field of teaching are significant to the potential managers for managerial positions in various industries. He was awarded Gold Medal in M. Phil Program from Kakatiya University.
Also honoured “Lifetime Achievement Award” by Novel Research Academy an ISO 9001 and a registered enterprise under the Government of India for the academic year 2021-22.
“National Academic Excellence Award” by International Institute of Organized Research (I2OR) and a registered MSME with Ministry of MSME under the Government of India for the academic year 2021-22.
A Fellow member of “International Institute of Organized Research (I2OR)”, a registered MSME with Ministry of MSME (UDYAM-PB- 20-000-2405) under the Government of India from 01-01-2022.
Dr. K. Gnaneshwar holds Ph.D. in Management from Alagappa University, Karaikudi, a Tamil Nadu State Government University, in February 2023. He completed Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, earned in 2009 from an Osmania University-affiliated college.
Dr. K. Gnaneshwar is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the MBA Department, a position he has held since September 3, 2019. Additionally, he has been entrusted with the responsibility of Additional Controller of Examinations -2 of the Examination Branch since May 1, 2023.
With a strong commitment to academic mentorship, Dr. K. Gnaneshwar has guided over 100 MBA projects. His research contributions include publishing 8 articles in reputed international journals indexed in Google Scholar and other, 1 research paper in an ABDC (Australian Business Deans Council) indexed journal.
Dr.GNANESHWAR KOORELLA
MBA., PhD.
Asst. Professor
Ms. D. RAJESHWARI
MBA, (Ph.D)
Asst. Professor
Dr. D. Rajeshwari holds Ph.D. in Business Management from
Osmania University, Hyderabad in October 2023. She completed, Master of Business
administration from Osmania University in 2012 from Matrusri college affiliated under Osmania University.
Dr. D. Rajeshwari is currently serving as an Assistant professor in the MBA Department since March 25,2021. Additionally, she has been entrusted with the responsibility of R & D Coordinator, IIC coordinator and mentoring of MBA I year students 2024 Batch.
With a strong commitment to academic mentorship, Dr. D. Rajeshwari has guided over 100 MBA projects. Her research contributions include publishing 4 articles in reputed national journals indexed in UGC Care Group & Others.
Ms. G. Prasanna has been working as Assistant Professor in department of MBA at Guru Nanak Institute of Technology, Hyderabad for 7 years. She completed her B. Com from Osmania University in 2008 and MBA (Finance) from Jawahar Lal Nehru Technological University in 2015.She also completed PGDBM (Post Graduate Diploma in Business Management) in 2017 and M. Com (Master of Commerce in 2021. She has total 9 years of teaching experience.
Ms. G. PRASANNA
MBA
Asst. Professor
Gandla Ashwini
MBA, (Ph.D)
Asst. Professor
Gandla Ashwini Pursing Ph.D. in Business Management from Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Tamil Naidu. She submitted her thesis waiting for Viva. She completed her Master of Business Administration from Osmania University in 2011 with dual specialization of Major Finance and Minor HR. B.Ed. with Distinction from Osmania University in 2023. Graduation, B. Com Computers from Osmania University in 2009.
Gandla Ashwini is currently serving as an Assistant professor in Guru Nanak Institutions in the department of Management for one year from September 8,2023. Additionally, she has been entrusted with the responsibility of IQAC Coordinator, Academic Coordinator and Mentoring of MBA II Year students 2023 Batch.
With a strong commitment to academic mentorship, Gandla Ashwini has Guided over 70 MBA Projects. Her research contributions include publishing 2 Articles in Scopus.
Ms. P.Rajitha completed Master of Business Administration (MBA-Finance) degree, earned in 2015 from an Osmania University-affiliated college and Bachelor of Education B.Ed. (Math’s) from Osmania University -affiliated college in the year of 2010.
Ms. P Rajitha is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the MBA Department, a position she has held since December 1st, 2022. she has been entrusted with the responsibility of Student Related coordinator, Placement coordinator and Anti Ragging coordinator.
Ms. P. RAJITHA
MBA
Asst. Professor
Mrs.T. Vijetha
MBA
Asst. Professor
Mrs.T. Vijetha completed Master of Business Administration
from Bhoj Reddy Engineering College affiliated to
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad.
T. Vijetha is currently serving as an Assistant Professor in the MBA Department, a position She has held since 2024. Additionally, she’s been entrusted with the responsibility of Documentation coordinator, Exam branch-2 coordinator and NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) coordinator.
Ms. J. Manasa completed Master of Business Administration
from Sri Chaitanya Technical College affiliated to
Jawaharlal Technological University Hyderabad in the year 2020.
Ms. J. Manasa is currently working as an assistant professor in the
MBA Department. She has 1 year teaching experience and
7years of industrial work experience
Ms. J. Manasa
MBA
Asst. Professor
Laboratories
Business Communication Lab
This lab is designed for MBA 1st semester students, In this laboratory students will be able to know about the importance of communication skills in business and types of skills and various communication techniques and methods of communication and also means used for communication. This laboratory also concentrates on letter writing and messaging through digital or electronic modes of communication, as a result how the business and public relations are going to be improved by using various effective communication methods.
Statistical Data Analysis Lab
This lab deliberates for MBA 1st semester students, In this laboratory students will be able to know about what the statics is and its importance in management decision-making. In this lab the students pursue how the data analysis is done by using computer aided methods which are MS – Excel and SPSS etc like soft wares. This lab also explains about the various data analyzing tools and techniques existed and being used different techniques in different situations. More over the students are able to prepare tabulations, chart representation of data. Ultimately the students can extract the needful data from the huge dump of existing data base and also change the format of data in simple manner by using pivot table etc. like techniques.
Roll of Honour
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Student Achievements
Placements in 2023
The Department of Management Studies is supported by the centalised placement cell with a team of placement officer and industry expert trainers.
Our present batch of 4th sem students have obtained placements in Zelhoc, Mindscape India, Sutherland, Logic Works, Berkadia, Ctrls, Tiger Analytics, Goldman Sachs, Bajaj Allianz, Wipro, Vermac Labs, Reliance Industries, Cognizant, ICICI Bank, etc. Many firms are in pipeline to visit the college as part of campus drive.
Our last batch students and present II Year students are working in leading firms like TCS, Delloitte,Fennar India, BOA, L&T Finance, HDFC BANK, AXIS BANK, Royal Sunderam, Merill Linch, UBS, Infosis, Brigade, Kirloskar India, Polaris, HCL Technologies, Asian Paints, etc. We are confident of present batch students do get good placements the time by which the finish their course.
International Conference on “Rural Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development held during 23-24 June, 2023”
Our student Mr. Samudrala Pavan has attended and presented a paper in Two Day International Conference on “ Rural Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development” organized by School of Management Studies, Srinidhi Institute of Science & Technology, Hyderabad, Telangana, during 23-24 June, 2023.
Best CR Award to Gurupreeth Singh MBA II Year
Mr. Guru Preeth Singh studying MBA II Year during the year 2022-23 was awarded the best CR in the Annual Day Celebrations-2023.
Best Out Going Student Award to Ms. D. Veena, MBA II Year
Ms.Dandetikar Veena studying MBA II Year during the year 2022-23 was awarded the best out going student in the Annual Day Celebrations-2023.
Topper in the Class Award to Ms. D. Veena, MBA II Year
Ms.Dandetikar Veena studying MBA II Year during the year 2022-23 was awarded the topper in the class in the Annual Day Celebrations-2023.
Value Added Programs
Pre-Placement Training - Pre-placement training offered to the students constitutes of basically preparing them to face the corporate interviews and written tests conducted by them with confidence. By understanding the needs of the recruiters/corporate bodies various modules have been designed and offered to both juniors and senior students. Pre-placement training is a continuous process divided into a number of modules. Rigorous training is imparted to the MBA students during 2nd, 3rd and 4th semesters at regular spells. This enables them to equip them with corporate skills. Imparting Employable Skills Set is the crux of the training programmes. The technical skills include imparting subject knowledge in the domain areas Finance, Marketing and Human Resources Management followed by conducting model examinations and mock tests evaluating the students to know where they stand and counseled by faculty from time to time. The faculty includes expert trainers from other places like Delhi and Chennai apart from internal faculty resources.
Soft Skills - All the students are given complete training in a set of dimensions, known as soft skills, including: (1) Personality traits, (2) social graces, (3) communication, (4) language , (5) personal habits, (6) friendliness, and (7) optimism.
English Language - Each student is also given 20 sessions of fundamental English free of cost. This flows from the realization that without the ability to speak in English, there is no entry into corporate world. This program will be more helpful to students coming from non-English medium background.
Classroom Presentations - Each student is compelled to make at least 5 presentations in the class for each semester.
Resume-Writing - Students are trained to write a good resume which is a student’s advertisement to the industry and has the potential to fetch best offers. Besides this, interview-facing skills are imparted.
Conceptual Knowledge - It is needless to say that confidence comes from conceptual knowledge which a student has acquired. We have a very rigorous schedule of assignments, special tests, case discussions and special group exercises etc. which equip the student with the required domain knowledge.
Student Empowerment by Industry required skills set is a part of our Teaching Pedagogy.
Every subject is taught in at least 60 to 70 hours in the concerned semester with the objective of maximum teaching input will. The faculty will give at least two assignments in each subject followed by spot tests as part of continuous evaluation. Group discussions, paper presentations and cultural events are scheduled and conducted with the active involvement of faculty and students.
Departmental Clubs
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Departmental Events
Workshops
Workshop on ‘Ideation-Innovation-Intellectual Property- Incubation and Business Model Canva’.
MBA Department has organized one day Workshop on 12th& 13th May,2023 on topic ‘Ideation-Innovation-Intellectual Property- Incubation and Business Model Canva’. Around 81 students and 8 Faculty members have attended the workshop. The Business Model Canvas workshop made a student learn a common language through which they can evaluate traditional processes and bring innovation into their business models. This also helped in developing new or redesigning existing business models to create competitive advantage.
Workshop on “Case Study Analysis on Marriot Corporation”.
Out Department has organized one day Workshop on 11th February, 2023 on topic “Case Study Analysis on Marriot Corporation”. Around 100 students and 8 Faculty members have attended the workshop. During the session the participants were made understood the process to analyze the case study by taking an example of Marriot Corporation. Participants have learnt how to read, understand and conceptualize the case. Participants got aware on Project chariot and benefits of applying Project Chariot concept at Marriot Corporation. Participants have learned the role of Project chariot in benefitting the shareholders, investors, bankers, and its impact on recouping the debt and losses of Marriot Corporation. At the end of the session resource person had clarified the doubts of the participants.
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Industry Visits
Industrial visit to Dhuni Polymers Pvt. Ltd. On 13-5-2023
An Industrial visit to Dhuni Polymers Pvt. Ltd, Beside Anand Steel, Kothur,Thimmapur,Ranga Reddy , Pin Code: 509325. was organized by Dept. of Management Studies, on 13th May 2023. 55 students of MBA I Year II Semester visited the above said entity and were accompanied by Three faculty members.
Industrial visit to Hindustan Coca Cola Beverages Pvt. Ltd. On 15-2-2023
An Industrial visit to Hindustan Coca Cola Beverages Pvt. Ltd., Miyapur, Hyderabad was organized by Department of Management Studies, Guru Nanak Institute of Technology on 15th February 2023. 72 students of MBA I & II Year visited the above said entity and were accompanied by four faculty members.
Industrial visit to PARLE-G, biscuit factory on 05.12.2019
Faculty accompanied by 62 students reached PARLE-G, biscuit factory located at Saidabad, Hyderabad on 05.12.2019 at 11:45 a.m. Mr.Manikanta, Coordinator received them and directed them to the auditorium and accommodated them to view an animated motion picture. Students understood the company’s profile with its visionaries, product profile, achievements and other aspects through a comic way of movie presentation.
Industrial visit to Hindustan Coca Cola Beverages Pvt. Ltd. On 25-10-2019
Faculty accompanied by 60 students, reached Coca-Cola plant on 25.10.2019 around 12.00 Noon and Deposited their belongings at security . Mr.Suryanarayana Raju ,Manager asked them to form two groups of each 30. Further, moved to plant to view the processing of 600 ml coca-cola drink. Firstly, students were taken to bottle processing plant and shown them the raw material which is used to prepare 600 ml bottle, which they procure from an outsource unit at Pune.
Guest Lectures
Guest Lecture on “Intellectual Property Rights and IP management in start-ups”.
Our Department organized a guest lecture on 28 April,2023 on the topic “Intellectual Property Rights and IP management in start-ups”. Around 78 students and 8 Faculty members have attended the workshop. During the session the participants were made understood the procedures to convert the research outcome into patents. Participants have learnt how to transform their project and research works and commercialize and do technology transfer. At the end of the session resource person has clarified the doubts of the participants.
One Time CEO Competition
The One Time CEO Competition, organized by the Department of Management Studies, took place on 13th July 2023. The event aimed to provide an opportunity for students to showcase their leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills in a simulated business environment. With 200 students including other colleges’ students participating, the competition promised to be a challenging and exciting platform for the aspiring CEOs.