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S I M S R: K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai
S I M S R: K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai
S I M S R: K. J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studies & Research, Mumbai
Admission Brochure
PGDM/PGDM-IB
Batch 2011-13
INDEX
The Institute………………………………………………………………………………. 2
The Institute Philosophy…………………………………………………………………. 3
Vision……………………………………………………………………………………… 3
Mission………………………………………………………………………………......... 3
Infrastructure
Institute Building………………………………………………………………………………………. 3
Computing Facilities…………………………………………………………………………………... 4
Library…………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4
Sports Facilities………………………………………………………………………………………... 4
Canteen……………………………………………………………………………………………….... 4
Accommodation……………………………………………………………………………………….. 4
Medical Facilities…………………………………………………………………………………….... 4
Other Facilities………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Medical Fitness………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Campus Etiquettes and Discipline
Policy Against Ragging……………………………………………………………………………… 5
Other Etiquettes……………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Post Graduate Diploma in Management(PGDM) - 19th Batch 2011-13…………….. 5
Post Graduate Diploma in Management-International Business(PGDM-IB)
- 5th Batch 2011-13……………………………………………………………... 6
PGDM/PGDM-IB Programme Highlights…………………………………………….. 6
Pedagogy……………………………………………………………………………….... 6
Attendance………………………………………………………………………………. 7
Evaluation……………………………………………………………………………….. 7
Specializations……………………………………………………………………………. 7
PGDM-Dual Specialization……………………………………………………………... 7
Non Credit Subjects…………………………………………………………………….. 7
International Exchange/Dual Degree Programmes…………………………………... 7
Students Profile(Current Batch)……………………………………………………….. 8
Eligibility to Apply for PGDM & PGDM-IB courses……………………………….... 9
Admission Procedure
Stage 1: Admission Test……………………………………………………………………………… 9
Stage 2: Shortlisting of Candidates…………………………………………………………………. 10
Stage 3: Group Discussion/Personal Interview/ Written Communication
Test/Psychometric Test………………………………………………………………… 10
Stage 4: Final Selection………………………………………………………………………………. 10
Fees Details………………………………………………………………………………. 12
Annual Fee…………………………………………………………………………………………… 12
Hostel Fee…………………………………………………………………………………………….. 12
Refund Details……………………………………………………………………………………….. 12
Important Dates………………………………………………………………………… 12
How to Reach Us……………………………………………………………………….. 13
Contact Us………………………………………………………………………………. 13
Student Coordinators…………………………………………………………………… 13
Photo Gallery……………………………………………………………………………. 14
The Institute
The Institute has been aggressively strengthening its academic and research
activities and this is evident by our improved rankings as published by various
newspapers and magazines given as follows :
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Rank 16 - Business World (25 May 2010)
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Rank 15 - DNA (31 August 2010 )
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Rank 13 - Hindustan Times (1 September 2010)
Among the top 17 business schools in India (Rank A1) - Indian
Management (September 2010)
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Rank 18 (Outlook 27 Sept 2010).
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Rank 18 - Business Today (3 October 2010)
The Institute was also awarded the “Best Institute of Management” for the academic year 2007-08 by the Bombay Management Association.
The Institute is nestled in a 55 acre campus in the central suburbs of Mumbai and offers Ph.D. programme in management of the University of
Mumbai & SNDT Women's University, along with several other full time and part time Masters and Post Graduate Programmes in Business
Management, and Masters in Computer Application. All the programmes are approved by All India Council of Technical Education, Ministry of
HRD, Govt. of India, New Delhi and / or affiliated to University of Mumbai. Apart from the regular programmes, the Institute offers customized
and subject / industry specific certificate and executive development programmes for government bodies, companies, defense personnel and
NGO's.
The lush green campus of the Institute, completely insulated from the hustle and
bustle of Mumbai city provides an environment that is truly conducive for the process
of learning and individual growth. Along with management education, a student can
avail of the opportunity to learn several international languages including ancient
languages like Sanskrit and Pali. Facilities to learn & practice yoga and a well
“Creation is only the developed sports infrastructure contribute to the all round development of the
projection into form of budding managers.
that which already The rigorous teaching learning process ensures that the students of the Institute are
exists” able to apply their concepts to real world business problems. The Institute liberally
uses case studies, experiential learning, simulation games and exercises to augment
- Srimad Bhagvatam the regular learning process.
The students and alumni have won laurels for the Institute at various forums and
occupy strategic positions in MNC's and large Indian corporates across different
industry sectors around the world.
The Institute has a strength of around 70 faculty members with 30 % of them holding
doctoral degree and more than half of them with rich industry experience of more than
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500 man years. The faculty have excelled themselves and brought glory to the
Institute by winning national and international awards, publishing books and
publishing and presenting research papers in reputed publications and
conferences in India and abroad.
Inclusive and sustainable growth is possible only if more and more people are
are able to get access to education and also become part of the digital revolution sweeping across the world. The Institute believes that it has
the capabilities to translate this dream into reality and become the enabler of change which India is looking for and the world is looking up to.
A world class infrastructure and value systems grounded in Indian ethos reinforces the belief in our ability to groom managerial talent that would
lead the country forward. At SIMSR, we believe that knowledge alone would liberate.
Vision
To be amongst the top 100 B Schools in the world by 2025
Mission
To impart state-of-the art education in management and allied areas to students
and working professionals, enabling them to develop into competent and socially
responsible and value driven citizens committed to sustainable development.
To undertake research and consultancy for the benefit of industry and society.
“We need to be the change To continuously innovate and use best practices of governance in all operations.
To create an environment for faculty, staff and students to achieve their full
we wish to see in the potential.
world”
- Mahatma Gandhi Infrastructure
Institute Building
The Institute is housed in a 55 acre lush green campus with the state of the art sports and
cultural facilities away from the noise and pollution of Mumbai city, making it a true
center of learning.
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The institute is housed in two adjacent spacious, well furnished and air
conditioned buildings of around 1,50,000 sq feet ,surrounded by lush green
gardens and trees. The entire infrastructure has been created to develop a truly
academic ambience. Two air conditioned seminar halls with a seating capacity of
250, multiple auditoriums, conference rooms for executive development
programmes, student discussion rooms and Wi-Fi infrastructure make the
Institute one of the best equipped educational centers in the city of Mumbai.
Computing Facilities
The computer center is one of the best equipped IT centers geared to aid the
learning process. Software package like SPSS, ERP, Rational Rose help in
conducting data analysis for business and marketing research activities, analysis
of case studies, preparation of summer training projects and concurrent projects.
Library
The fully computerized library has more than 40,000 books, CD's and video films. Housed in an area of 7,000 sq feet, the library offers access to
online databases like EBSCO, PROQUEST and financial database like CMIE PROWESS which provide online access to over 8000 national and
international journals, research papers, articles, dissertations and financial data. The library also subscribes to a wide range of national and
international newspapers, magazines and journals.
Sports Facilities
Facilities exist for cricket, football, hockey, basketball, table-tennis, lawn tennis, yoga, squash, open air chess along with a well equipped
gymnasium.
Canteen
The canteen of around 2,250 sq feet is located on the ground floor of the Institute
building. It is very well ventilated and has a seating arrangement of more than 100
students at a time. This is complimented by a covered open air seating arrangement with
lots of greenery, that makes it a great place where students can get together to discuss
“You cannot teach their assignments and projects over cups of chai, coffee and tasty food bites.
anybody anything. You
can only help them Accommodation
The Institute offers compulsory in-campus separate hostel facilities for boys and girls.
discover it within The hostel offers 660 beds and 20 faculty residences. The hostel is well equipped with
all modern facilities including 24x7 internet facilities, laundromats, student mess and
themselves” gymnasium.
- Galileo
Medical Facilities
A doctor visits the campus every day for three hours. However medical facilities are
available within 0.5 km of campus.
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Other Facilities
Students have the option of learning additional courses like yoga and several
foreign and oriental languages including Mandarin, Spanish, Italian, German,
French, Japanese, Sanskrit and Pali. Several spiritual programmes are also
conducted at the campus for the benefit of the students and faculty.
Medical Fitness
Institute expects all students to be physically and mentally fit for the rigors of the
course, for which all students will have to undergo and successfully clear a
medical examination held conducted by the campus medical team. The medical
test, however, is not a part of the selection process.
Other Etiquettes
In keeping with the values of our founder, Somaiya Vidyavihar and the present health guidelines - bringing in and consumption of non-vegetarian
food, intoxicating products like tobacco, drugs and alcohol is strictly prohibited in the whole of Somaiya Vidyavihar campus.
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Post Graduate Diploma in Management-International Business(PGDM-IB) - 5 Batch 2011-13
Two year full time autonomous programme in International Business
Approved by AICTE
Open to students from India and abroad
Selection to both the above programmes are done through a rigorous procedure consisting of short listing on the basis of the CAT Test (conducted
by the IIM's) or GMAT Scores (for students settled abroad including NRI's / PIO's / Foreigners). The Institute reserves the right to use any other
criteria apart from CAT / GMAT for shortlisting the candidates.
Shortlisted candidates are invited for Group Discussion, Personal Interview, Written Communication Test and Psychometric Test. Suitable
weightage is given to Past Academic Record and Work Experience of the prospective candidate.
The psychometric test may be used as part of the admission process and Institute may use it as an additional parameter when declaring the final
selection list.
chance it is matter of
Pedagogy
choice”
- William Jennings Bryan The pedagogy comprises of case studies, projects, assignments, presentations, guest
lectures, role plays, field visits, field projects and interactive classroom lectures and
discussions. Students are expected to spend considerable time on self study and come
prepared for the classes. The process lays emphasis on case studies, industry relevant
projects, research and seminar papers.
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Attendance
100 per cent attendance is compulsory for all class sessions, tutorials, guest lectures and Institute seminars and events. Attendance along with class
participation also forms an integral and important part of the evaluation criteria for each course.
Evaluation
The Institute follows a continuous evaluation process. It is compulsory for the students to pass in each and every parameter of the evaluation
process such as attendance, class participation, case study analysis and discussions, midterm examinations, assignments, projects,
presentations, and end term examinations.
Specializations
PGDM offers specializations in the areas of Finance, Human Resources Development, Marketing and Operations & Logistics and Supply
Chain Management in the second year of the programme.
International Business (IB) is a specialised course in itself and no further sub specialization exists in the second year.
Keeping in mind the Institute's objective of training versatile managers, the Institute allows meritorious students of PGDM, the option of dual
specialization - wherein they can opt for subjects from two different areas of specialization, offering them opportunities to explore areas beyond
their core specializations. This facility is subject to a minimum of 20 students applying for a particular combination of specializations.
Meritorious students are allowed the facility of taking a maximum of two subjects per
trimester outside their areas of specialization as non-credit subjects in the second year.
It helps them to work in their areas of interest and passion. It is mandatory to attend
regular classes, complete the projects and/or assignments and pass the examinations to
“What this power is I get the necessary certificates.
cannot say; all I know is
that it exists” International Exchange / Dual Degree Programmes
The Institute has entered into strategic alliances for student / faculty exchange
- Alexander Graham Bell programmes with School of Management, Asian Institute of Technology at Bangkok,
Deakin University in Australia, Angelo State University USA, Simons School at
Boston, USA, and Adelaide University, Australia. All PGDM students can avail of
these exchange programmes in the second year of their course. The students are
selected for these exchange programmes based on their merit and first year marks.
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Student Profile ( Current Batch 2010-12 )
Work Experience
Regional Diversity
Gender Ratio
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Eligibility to apply for the PGDM & PGDM (IB) courses
Student pursuing or having completed a minimum of three year graduate programme in any discipline with STAGE 1: ADMISSION TEST
minimum 50% aggregate marks from any University, recognized by Association of Indian Universities (CAT 2010 / GMAT)
(AIU)/AICTE, as eligible for Post Graduate Studies in Management. FILL UP SOMAIYA ONLINE
Those who are appearing for their final examination in April - May 2011 may also apply. However, they APPLICATION FORM
should produce documentary evidence of having passed the graduation examination with minimum
aggregate marks as specified above, on or before 31st July 2011, failing which the students will forfeit their
admission.
The student must have completed the graduation examination process before joining the Institute. No
leave/absence will be granted after the date of joining for any such examinations. STAGE 2:
SHORTLISTING OF CANDIDATES
ON THE BASIS OF CAT / GMAT
SCORE and any other criteria
Admission Procedure
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10. Send the above documents to the Institute at the following address:
Admissions Coordinator
K J Somaiya Institute of Management Studies & Research
Vidyanagar, Vidyavihar (East )
Mumbai 400 077.
India
Total 200
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1. Relevant Work Experience only after graduation will be considered for * Relevant Work Experience (up to 31st December 2010)
giving credit.
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2. Number of years of Work Experience will be calculated as on 31 December Experience Credit Marks
2010. Less than 12 months 00 marks
3. Only relevant work experience in all public limited / select private limited / 13 – 24 months 05 marks
public sector / Government organization in executive position will qualify for More than 25 months 08 marks
credit. The decision of the Institute authorities regarding the relevance of work
experience will be final and binding and no appeals in this respect will be
entertained. **Marks for Past Academic Record:
4. For assessing Work Experience and / or awarding credits for Academics, Qualifications Marks Scored Credit Marks
candidates must produce original documents at the time of GD/PI, failing S.S.C. / 10th Standard 70 % – 79.99 % 02 marks
which no credits will be awarded whatsoever. 80% and above 05 marks
5. The Institute reserves the right to accept / reject the claim for credit under
70 % - 79.99 % 02 marks
these heads and the decision of the management will be final and binding in
H.S.C. / 12th Standard 80% and above 05 marks
this regard.
Graduate Qualification Marks 60 % – 64.99 % 02 marks
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Draft through email within a week’s time. However, if such an intimation is not received by the candidate, they are advised to contact the
Institute with all the particulars.
Please be advised that the Institute admission is strictly by merit and the prospective candidates / parents / guardians are advised to
beware of any agents / touts / intermediaries offering admission to the Institute.
Fee Details
Annual Fee
Tuition fee: ………........………………………………………………….... Rs.2,00,000/-
Caution money: ……………………………………………………………. Rs. 5,000/-
TOTAL: ……………………………………………………................... Rs.2,05,000/-
The fee for the first year has to be submitted at the time of admission and the fee for the second year will be announced at the end of first
year.
# The fee is subject to approval from Shikshan Shukla Samiti and / or such competent authorities as empowered by the State / Central Government /
Supreme Court / High Court, if required.
Fee is payable by A/c Payee DD, drawn in favor of “K.J. Somaiya Institute of Management Studiws & Research ” payable at Mumbai.
Hostel Fee
Accommodation fee per year - Rs. 70,000/-
Hostel Deposit - Rs. 5,000/-
Mess Deposit - Rs. 5,000/-
Refund Details
As per the rules framed by the AICTE / Competent authorities.
Important Dates
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Please Note
The Institute reserves the right to re-schedule the above dates to a later date if deemed necessary and the same will be displayed on
the Institute website.
The admitted students are expected to complete the programme in 2 years time. However, due to unforseen circumstances, if a
student is not able to complete the programme in 2 years, he/she should complete the programme in maximum of 4 years from the
year of joining the course.
How to Reach Us
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Photo Gallery
Library
Play ground Main Entrance
Group Activity
Auditorium
Hostel Building
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