Friday, July 4 2025

Sixth Board of Studies (BoS) Meeting by MBA Dept.

On 4th Jul, 2025, the Dept. of Business Administration convened its 6th Board of Studies (BoS) meeting to deliberate and approve the MBA curriculum for the academic year 2025–26. The meeting was held to finalize the syllabus for the 3rd and 4th semesters of the 2024 batch and the 1st and 2nd semesters of the 2025 batch.
Dr. Vishal Samartha, Professor and Director-MBA Program, welcomed the BoS members and shared the department's best practices and recent initiatives aimed at enhancing academic and industry alignment. The proposed scheme was presented by Prof. Monisha Shetty, BoS Convenor, who elaborated on the curriculum structure. The module coordinators – Dr. Sushma V, Prof. Samarth Shenoy and Prof. Akshatha P of HR, Marketing and Finance verticals presented the course curriculum of their respective verticals including the new inclusions, and pedagogy enhancements.

The meeting witnessed active participation and valuable insights from the esteemed BoS members:
• Dr. Senthil K Nathan, Associate Professor, SRM Institute of Science & Technology, Tiruchirapalli (VTU Nominee)
• Dr. Rajendra K Bandi, Professor, Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore (Special Invitee)
• CA Nitin J Shetty, Chartered Accountant, Founder- Partner of Nitin J Shetty & Co (Special Invitee)
• Dr. Ritanjali Majhi, Professor & HOD – Marketing, NITK, Surathkal (Special Invitee)
• Dr. Thathaiah Mallikarjunappa, Professor, Justice K S Hegde Institute of Management, NITTE (Academic Expert)
• Dr. S Pavan Kumar, Professor and Associate Dean (Students Welfare), National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal (Academic Expert)
• Mr. Subbaramu V Thalur, Senior Director – Accounting, Lowes’ Services India Pvt Ltd. (Industry Expert)
• Mr. Shreyas G, Product Manager, Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Ltd (Alumni Expert)
The panel appreciated the curriculum framed by the department aligned with contemporary business trends, industry demands, and skill expectations.

First Board of Studies (BoS) Meeting: Dept. of ISE

Dept. of Information Science & Engineering conducted its first Board of Studies (BoS) meeting on 03rd July 2025. The main goal of the meeting was to deliberate and approve the proposed 2024 scheme and syllabus for 3rd to 8th semesters, get feedback and approval of the new Board of Examination (BOE) of the ISE Department. Dr. Rithesh Pakkala P., Head of the Department and BoS Chairperson, welcomed and introduced the members. The committee consisted of representatives from academia, industry, faculty, alumni, and students.
The following members were present during the meeting:
• Dr. Dileep A D – Professor (CSE) & Dean (Administration), IIT Dharwad – VTU Nominee
• Dr. Shashidhar Koolagudi – Professor (CSE) & Associate Dean (Sponsored Research), NITK Surathkal – Academic Expert
• Mr. Abhijith Shetty, VP Delivery and Cloud Services at Juego Studios, Mangaluru – Industry Expert
• Mr. Lenson Roy Saldhana - Technical Lead, Version 1, England, U K (Online) – Alumni Representative

Faculty Members of ISE
• Mr. Shreekara, Mr. Pradyumna P, and Mr. Akkil M G – Student representatives
Mr. Vasudeva Rao P V, Member Convener, presented the 2024 Scheme of Teaching and Evaluation along with its syllabus. The members actively participated by providing valuable inputs, and the proposed scheme and syllabus were approved after a detailed deliberation. Dr. Rithesh Pakkala presented the constitution of the new Board of Examination (BOE) to the committee and obtained approval.
Dr. Shamanth Rai, Dean Academics, also shared his thoughts and gave suggestions about the syllabus. Dr. Sudheer Shetty, Vice Principal, thanked all the members for their active participation in ensuring the successful conduct of the meeting.

Master Training on Aadhaar Authentication at Sahyadri

UIDAI- Regional Office Bengaluru conducted a Master Training on Aadhaar Authentication at Sahyadri on 4th July 2025. During the Inaugural session of the training, Shri Raja B S, GM-Karnataka Bank; Shri B Devidas Hegde, Trustee-Bhandary Foundation; Dr. Sudheer Shetty, Vice Principal and Shri Gulshan Kumar Singh, Deputy Director, UIDAI were present.
The Master Training was conducted by Shri Mukundan, and queries were clarified by Shri Sriram K, AM, Shri MD Musab, AM and Shri Gulshan Kumar Singh, Deputy Director. Around 75 participants from various AUA/KUA situated at Mangaluru and surrounding districts participated in the training.

MBA students conduct activity on SDG #16 – ‘Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions’

Dept. of Business Administration organized an outreach activity under Societal Connect Project on 4th July 2025. As part of this program, 12 students under the guidance of Prof. Akshatha P visited Sree Niranjan Swamy Higher Primary School, Sunkadakatte, focusing on the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) theme — Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions. The objective of this visit was to instil core values of peace and fairness in young minds and to create awareness about the importance of strong, just institutions in society.
During the visit, students conducted engaging activities such as quizzes, skits, and interactive games specially designed for primary school children. These activities helped convey important social messages in a fun and creative manner, making the learning process enjoyable and memorable. The event provided MBA’s an opportunity to develop leadership, communication, and community engagement skills, truly embodying the spirit of responsible citizenship.

Placement and Training: Hokuto Japan, Hiring

Hokuto is hiring students from the 2026 outgoing batch of Mechanical Engineering and Robotics & Automation Engineering for the roles of Robotic Engineer and Design Engineer.
Hokuto is a leading provider of high-tech mechatronics, robotic systems, and specialized automated machinery. With a strong foundation in advanced manufacturing, Hokuto’s innovative solutions now support industries across the globe. The company continues to set new benchmarks in engineering excellence, proudly establishing its global identity through the standard.

Dr Prabhu inspires young leaders at the investiture ceremony of SCS Riverside School

Dr. Ananth Prabhu G, Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering and Principal Investigator at the Digital Forensics and Cyber Security Centre of Excellence was invited by the SCS Riverside School as a chief guest for the school investiture ceremony.
The Investiture Ceremony of the Student Council at SCS Riverside School, Mangaluru, was marked by grace, purpose, and a powerful message on leadership, delivered by Dr. Ananth Prabhu G. Grateful for the warm welcome, Dr. Prabhu extended his thanks to Dr. Rajneesh Sorake, Helen Lobo, Prof. Rajaram, Prof. Siju, Khalid sir, and the entire school community for the honour of being part of the ceremony.
In his address, Dr. Prabhu reminded the students that leadership is not about the badge worn on the chest but the responsibility carried in the heart. “It’s not about commanding others,” he said, “but about listening, including, and acting with humility.” Congratulating the student council members, he emphasised that they had earned their roles through trust, character, and service—not just achievements.
Highlighting India’s demographic strength, Dr. Prabhu noted that with over 50% of the population under 25, the youth are not just the future of the nation—they are its present force of transformation. He described the student council as a “training ground for responsible citizenship,” where students learn the values of democracy, empathy, and collective growth.

Using storytelling as a powerful tool, he shared the inspirational journey of Jadav Payeng, the “Forest Man of India,” who singlehandedly transformed a barren land into a lush forest. “Leadership often starts quietly,” Dr. Prabhu said, “with one good deed repeated every day. Even when no one is watching.”
He also addressed the importance of communication in leadership. Comparing a commanding statement like “You all never follow rules” to a collaborative tone— “Let’s try our best to follow the rules together”—he demonstrated how words shape outcomes. “Speak with clarity. Listen with empathy. Lead with patience,” he urged.
The talk also touched on critical life skills. Dr. Prabhu encouraged students to train both sides of their brain—engaging the left with puzzles and logic, and the right with art, storytelling, and music. He emphasized brain-friendly nutrition, listing foods like nuts, berries, greens, eggs, and whole grains as essentials for cognitive health.
Cautioning students against excessive video gaming, he spoke about its impact on attention span, academics, sleep, and social interaction. “Life is about balance,” he said, urging students to prioritise real-world relationships over virtual achievements.
In closing, Dr. Prabhu reminded the council that true leadership is rooted in gratitude. “Respect your teachers and elders,” he said, “for leadership begins with humility.”

He left the students with a powerful question: What will your juniors remember you for? “Leaders don’t just perform duties—they plant seeds that will grow long after they are gone,” he concluded.

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Sixth Board of Studies (BoS) Meeting by MBA Dept

Fri Jul 04 2025