About MBA Department
The MBA program at Surana College was established in the year 1999 and attained Autonomous status in 2021. Currently, the program has a sanctioned intake of 240 students. This is a Two Years Full time Program affiliated to Bangalore University, recognised by AICTE, New Delhi and Government of Karnataka. The Program presently follows the choice-based credit system and offering core as well as dual specialisation as autonomous program under Bangalore University with the approvals of UGC, New Delhi. The Department is Re-accredited by NAAC, New Delhi with A+ grade. It is also ISO certified. Institution is one of the student preferred top 50 Institution in Indian context.
Our faculty members bring a rich blend of experience from industry, academia, and research, ensuring a comprehensive learning environment. They have actively contributed to research by submitting proposals to esteemed organizations such as ICSSR and AICTE-ATAL and have published articles in renowned National and International journals with high impact factors.
Prominent personalities from both industry and academia regularly visit our campus to share their insights, offering valuable business acumen and ensuring that our students stay abreast of the latest developments in the industry. The department boasts a strong alumni network of nearly 2,000 professionals, who are making significant contributions across various business sectors in India and abroad, with many also excelling as entrepreneurs.
The students of the MBA Department & Research Centre are actively engaged in management fests and events, including business plans, case studies, quizzes, domain-specific competitions, as well as sports and cultural activities. They have consistently earned accolades in prestigious events hosted by top-tier institutions. The program is meticulously designed to ensure that graduates are fully equipped to be industry ready as soon as they graduate.
Program Outcomes
- PO 1: Explain the principal theories and concepts in core disciplines of study.
- PO 2: Decipher real time problems to offer feasible solutions
- PO 3: Apply critical thinking, analytical skills and domain specific knowledge for data driven decisions
- PO 4: Exhibit leadership qualities and effectively collaborate with diverse teams to achieve the set outcomes
- PO 5: Communicate proficiently in both oral and written format for professional and personal needs
- PO 6:Design and participate in activities to promote ethical practices and social sensitivity.
- PO 7: Develop proactive thinking to perform effectively in the dynamic socio-economic and business ecosystem.
- PO 8:Develop sensitivity towards cross-cultural skills and global business perspectives.
Overview on Domain Specific Courses and Value-Added Courses
Our MBA Program offers a Comprehensive finance specialization designed for those who aspire to lead in the financial sector & equip them with cutting-edge skills & insights.- Finance students dive into Core areas like financial modelling, Investment Analysis, Risk Management & Derivatives and learn from the industry experts and inhouse faculty members with rich Corporate Experience.
- Finance students connect with a global network of alumni and professionals through Exclusive invited Lectures & workshops.
- The Finance student community experiences vibrant opportunities to participate in the finance club related activities.
- Finance domain offers domain specific value-added course like Fintech and Financial Analytics conducted by industry experts from IBM, Oracle & Canara Bank.
- At Surana, the Marketing domain prepares students to be industry ready by delivering contemporary curriculum spread across two semesters, which covers a wide gamut of marketing processes include marketing research, product design and Branding, consumer psychology, Digital marketing, Marcomm and marketing analytics etc.
- In addition to the Academic curriculum, Marketing students are enabled through skill-based training on Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, search engine optimization and Market metrics etc.
- Marketing Students get to learn live by visiting various retail formats like seamless integrated mall, hyper market, other organizations etc.
- Students are given challenging live project and Marketing simulation exercises to enhance their sales and marketing skills.
- Marketing domain offers domain specific value-added course on Pharma Marketing.
- BUSINESS ANALYTICS DOMAIN
- At Surana College, our Business Analytics program equips students with the skills needed to excel in the data-driven world, blending strategic and data-driven decision-making to solve real-world business challenges.
- The Business Analytics program focuses on core areas such as predictive analytics, big data, and forecasting – all being crucial for anticipating trends, mitigating risks, and gaining competitive advantages.
- The program spans multiple business functions, including HR analytics, marketing analytics, finance analytics, and supply chain analytics
- Marketing analytics focuses on customer behaviour analysis and campaign optimization, enabling students to enhance ROI and craft data-driven strategies.
- Finance analytics teaches students to apply data models for revenue forecasting, risk management, and investment strategies.
- Supply chain analytics focuses on process optimization, helping businesses reduce costs and improve efficiency.
- Business Analytics students use industry-standard tools like Excel, Power Pivot, Python, R, and SPSS for data analysis, statistical modelling, and automation. Power Pivot and Excel enable students to manage large datasets and create advanced calculations, while Python and R provide powerful platforms for building machine learning models and running algorithms.
- Business Analytics program at Surana college provides a comprehensive education in enabling data-driven decision-making. By mastering predictive analytics, big data, and visualization tools, our graduates are well-prepared to lead in a world where data is the key to unlocking business success.
- Business Analytics domain offers IBM Integrated Business Analytics Certification course.
- Surana MBA with HR specialization equips Students with strategic leadership skills to effectively manage an organization’s most critical asset—its people. It enables students to master talent acquisition, employee development, performance management, and organizational culture, all while aligning HR practices with business goals.
- MBA with an HR focus opens doors to transformative leadership roles in any industry.
- HR Specialization courses are designed to be highly relevant for industry and individuals alike. HR domains offer a dynamic learning experience where students engage in case studies, simulations, and real-world projects, blending theory with hands-on application.
- Through lectures by our eminent faculty, interactive sessions with industry experts, group discussions, HR student forum activities and alumni interactions, our students develop the confidence to face the real-world challenges.
- HR domain offers Value Added Program on Industrial Relations and Labour Code in association with Telent Avenue.
VALUE ADDED PROGRAMME
The program offers a series of value-added courses across four semesters. In Semester I, students are introduced to "Finishing School-I" and "Economic Analysis." In Semester II, the focus shifts to "Finishing School-II-External" and "Advanced Excel-External," providing practical tools for data analysis. Semester III includes "Finishing School-III-Domain Specific and Corporate Mentoring," as well as specialized courses like "Business Analytics through Excel-External," "Data Visualisation through TABLEAU-External," and "Financial Analysis." In Semester IV, students engage in "Finishing School-IV-External" and are exposed to unique industry-specific courses such as "Fintech in association with Oracle and Canara Bank," "Industrial Relations and Labour Code in association with Talent Avenue," and "Pharma Marketing in association with Micro Labs Ltd." This progression ensures that students gain both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience in diverse domains.
Co CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
The department organizes a range of flagship programs, including the CXO Series, Alumni Series, and Entrepreneurship Series. It also offers four Finishing School initiatives spread across all four semesters, along with the Industrial Conclave, Inter-Collegiate Management Meet, and the G.C. Surana Talent Hunt. Additionally, there are Skill Enhancement Programs, Value Added Programs across various domains, Corporate Mentoring, and IBM Integrated Business Certification Courses. To further enrich the learning experience, the department regularly conducts field visits and industrial visits.
SPARK-Z – THE MANAGEMENT CLUB
Spark-Z is a vibrant and dynamic initiative created for students, by students. Its mission is to ignite the spark of innovation, leadership, and collaboration, empowering students to transform academic learning into impactful real-world results. Spark-Z also aims to prepare students for successful careers in business and entrepreneurship.
The initiative integrates a variety of specialized sub-clubs designed to foster student engagement, leadership, and hands-on learning. These sub-clubs include:
- 1. Metaphor – The HR Club
- 2. Brandathon – The Marketing Club
- 3. Finsight – The Finance Club
- 4. Bizlytics – The Analytics Club
- 5. Inspire – The Entrepreneurship Club
- 6. Reach (ISR) – The Institutional Social Responsibility Club
Spark-Z offers students the opportunity to actively apply classroom knowledge to real-world situations, enhancing their leadership, organizational, problem-solving, and networking skills. Through participation in various activities, events, and projects, members will experience personal growth and develop practical skills essential for a successful academic and professional journey.
- To create opportunities for students to take on leadership roles and organize events and initiatives, helping them develop and enhance their leadership skills.
- To foster a collaborative environment where students can network with peers, faculty, alumni, and industry professionals, facilitating the exchange of knowledge and insights.
- To bridge the gap between theory and practice by providing students with opportunities to apply their classroom learning through hands-on experiences.
- To challenge students with real-world business problems, fostering creative solutions and encouraging innovative thinking. Additionally, to equip students with essential skills such as teamwork, time management, communication, and decision-making, which are crucial in today’s competitive business landscape.
- Through Reach (the Institutional Social Responsibility Club), the initiative aims to engage students in social impact projects, encouraging them to make positive contributions to society.
- Through Inspire (the Entrepreneurship Club), Spark-Z supports students with entrepreneurial aspirations by helping them develop and test their business ideas
EXPECTED OUTCOMES:
Students will gain firsthand experience in managing teams, leading initiatives, and making impactful decisions that will strengthen their leadership skills. By engaging in real-world business challenges, they will reinforce and deepen their understanding of academic concepts, witnessing their practical application in real settings.Through networking and skill-building activities, students will establish valuable connections and develop career-oriented skills that will enhance their employability.Through participation in community-driven initiatives and sustainability-focused projects via Reach, students will become more aware of their social responsibility.Inspire will provide a platform for students to explore and refine their entrepreneurial ideas, equipping them with the tools needed to potentially launch their own ventures.By collaborating with peers from different sub-clubs, students will have the opportunity to learn from diverse perspectives, fostering creativity and innovation.
The club will have the following roles:
- President: Oversees club operations, leads meetings, and represents the club to the department./li>
- Vice President: Supports the President and manages specific projects or events.
- Secretary: Manages administrative tasks, including taking meeting minutes and handling communications.
- Treasurer: Responsible for managing the club’s finances and budget.
- Club Coordinators: Plan and execute specific events and activities.
- Club Members: Assist coordinators in executing the planned events
Committees and Co-ordinators of Spark-Z – The Management Club
| Role | Name |
| Faculty Chief Co-ordinator | Prof. Sreedhar.N |
| President | Dharshan.B.S |
| Vice President | Davana Gowda |
| Secretary | Sneha.H.V |
| Treasurer | Shreya Acharya |
Domain Club: Marketing - BRANDATHON
| Role | Name |
| Student Co-ordinators |
| Deepika.H.K, Bipin Gowda M.L, Rithish.J, Gagan.M.R, Kavana, Vardhi Gagan, Rakshitha, Harshini |
Domain Club: Finance - FINSIGHT
| Role | Name |
| Faculty Co-ordinator | Dr. Lasya.K.R |
| Student Co-ordinators | Likith.S, Krupal, Kareena, Sushma, Pranith.P.Shetty, Varalakshmi, Varshitha, Krithika |
Domain Club: HR - METAMORPH
| Role | Name |
| Faculty Co-ordinator | Prof. Rinku Modoor |
| Student Co-ordinators | Suravi.J.S, Harshitha.D.Nerale, Lohith.N, Pavan Kumar.R.N, Nisha Jain, Arun Kumar, Mohammad Adnan Pasha, Esha |
Domain Club: Business Analytics - BIZLYTICS
| Role | Name |
| Faculty Co-ordinator | Dr. Gokula Krishnan |
| Student Co-ordinators | Divyashree.R, Absul Huzaid, Aishwarya.D.K, Pooja, Nityshree, Pruthvi Ramesh, Jeebitha Keerthana.A.R |
Domain Club: Entrepreneurship - INSPIRE
| Role | Name |
| Faculty Co-ordinator | Prof. Roopashree |
| Student Co-ordinators | Ananya, Arvind, Yashaswini.N, Deepak Kumar Sharma, Sangeetha, Bangli Yammanur Saheb, Chaitra, Harshavardhan |
Domain Club: ISR (Institutional Social Responsibility) - REACH
| Role | Name |
| Faculty Co-ordinator | Prof. Supriya.P |
| Student Co-ordinators | Skanda, Keerthi, Pallavi, Nakul.S, Ujjwala, Nishanth Rao, Adarsh, Muskan |
| Sl.No | Name of the Faculty | Designation | Domain | Qualification |
| 1 | Dr. Anitha Nallasivam | Director – MBA | Marketing & HR | B.TECH, MBA, PH.D. |
| 2 | Dr. SATHEESH KUMAR R | Professor | Marketing | MBA, M.Phil, Ph.D |
| 3 | Dr. GOKULA KRISHNAN S | Professor | Analytics | MBA, Ph.D |
| 5 | Mr. RINKU MODOOR | Asst. Professor | HR | MBA |
| 6 | Mrs. SOUMYA K R | Assistant Professor | HR | MBA (Ph.D.) |
| 7 | Mr. SREEDHAR N | Assistant Professor | Marketing | MBA, (Ph.D.) |
| 8 | Mrs. SUPRIYA P | Assistant Professor | Finance | MBA, (Ph.D.) |
| 9 | Prof. Roopashree B R | Assistant Professor | Marketing | MBA, M.COM, UGC-NET, (Ph.D.) |
| 10 | Prof. Kalyani Suresh | Assistant Professor | Finance | M.COM & PGDBA |
| 11 | Mr. BALACHANDRAMURTHY E | Assistant Professor | Finance and Analytics | MBA |
| 12 | Mrs. NETHRAVATHI N | Assistant Professor | Finance and Analytics | MBA |
FACULTY PROFILE & CORE STRENGTH OF FACULTY MEMBERS
| SNO | Name of the Faculty | Area of Expertise | Core Strength of Faculty Members |
| 1 | Dr. Anitha Nallasivam | Marketing | Dr. Anitha Nallasivam has over 25 years of experience in education and research... |
| 2 | Prof. Dr. R. Satheesh Kumar | Marketing, Retail Management, Management Research Methods, Marketing Research and Metrics | Dr. R. Satheesh Kumar is an Accredited Management Teacher with 20 years of academic experience... |
| 3 | Prof. Dr. S. Gokula Krishnan | Analytics - Business and Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Human Resources, Entrepreneurship | Dr. S. Gokula Krishnan is a Professor and Research Supervisor with 16+ years of teaching experience... |
| 4 | Prof. Rinku Modoor | Human Resources | Prof. Rinku Modoor has 20+ years of industry experience across multiple sectors... |
| 6 | Prof. Supriya P | Finance | Prof. Supriya P has 9 years of teaching experience and 3 years in the corporate sector... |
| 7 | Prof. Sreedhar. N | Marketing, HR, Training | Mr. Sreedhar. N has 12 years of teaching experience and expertise in Training and Development... |
| 8 | Prof. Soumya K R | Human Resources | Soumya K R has 14 years of professional experience, including corporate, placement, and teaching... |
| 9 | Mrs. Roopashree B R | Marketing | Mrs. Roopashree B R has 15 years of academic experience and is passionate about Entrepreneurship... |
| 10 | Mrs. Kalyani Suresh | Finance | Mrs. Kalyani Suresh has 18 years of industry experience and 6 years in academics... |
| 11 | Mr. Balachandramurthy E | Finance and Analytics | Mr. Balachandramurthy E has expertise in finance, taxation, and analytics with 6 years of teaching... |
| 12 | Mrs. Nethravathi N | Finance and Analytics | Mrs. Nethravathi N has 7 years of teaching experience and expertise in stock market analysis... |
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Objective
The Placement Training Program aims to equip MBA students (across all semesters) with essential skills, knowledge, and confidence to excel in placement interviews, group discussions, and professional interactions. The training follows a structured approach to enhance employability through skill development, industry exposure, and career guidance.
Program Structure
The training is conducted in multiple levels, covering a range of topics relevant to students in all four semesters.
Level 1: Foundation Training (1st Semester)
- Focus: Introduction to Career Readiness & Soft Skills Development
Components:
- Self-Assessment & Career Mapping Understanding strengths, weaknesses, and career aspirations.
- Communication & Presentation Skills Enhancing verbal and written communication.
- Interpersonal & Team-Building Activities Engaging in collaborative tasks.
- Business Etiquette & Professional Grooming Workplace behavior, email etiquette, and dressing sense.
- Industry Awareness Sessions Guest lectures and industry insights.
Level 2: Pre-Placement Readiness (2nd Semester)
- Focus:Enhancing Industry Awareness & Technical Skills
Components:
- Resume Writing Workshop Crafting an impactful resume.
- Advanced Communication Skills Email writing and professional networking.
- Aptitude & Logical Reasoning Enhanced problem-solving sessions.
- Introduction to Group Discussions & Extempore Basics of articulation and logical thinking
- Industry Exposure Sessions Corporate talks and real-world case discussions.
Level 3: Advanced Placement Training (3rd Semester)
- Focus: Intensive Placement Preparation & Skill Enhancement
Components:
- Resume Optimization & LinkedIn Profile Building Strengthening digital presence.
- Aptitude & Logical Reasoning - Advanced Higher-level problem-solving practice.
- Technical & Domain-Specific Training Industry-oriented knowledge and case discussions.
- Group Discussion & Debate Sessions Enhancing confidence and articulation skills.
- Mock Interviews (HR & Technical): Practice sessions with expert feedback.
- Corporate Mentoring & Alumni Interaction Guidance from industry professionals.
- Placement Process Briefing Understanding company selection criteria and expectations.
Level 4: Final Placement Readiness (4th Semester)
- Focus: Final Preparation & Job Readiness
Components:
- Advanced Resume Customization Tailoring for specific job roles.
- Industry-Specific Mock Interviews HR, technical, and case interviews.
- Salary Negotiation & Offer Letter Analysis Understanding compensation structures.
- Final Group Discussion & Presentation Skills Refinement through practice
- Job Application & Networking Strategies Maximizing opportunities.
- Corporate Mentoring & Alumni Interaction Guidance from industry professionals.
- Alumni & Industry Expert Sessions Final career guidance and mentorship.
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