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The Department of Management and Commerce & IQAC, SSSIHL is organising an online Faculty Development Programme (FDP) on Financial Modeling using Excel VBA, R, and AI Tools.

This online FDP is open to Faculty Members of Business Schools/Colleges/Universities across India offering MBA, MMS, MS in Finance, M.Com and the related UG courses.

The objective of this FDP is to support the professional growth of faculty members by equipping them with the necessary skills to incorporate technology into their teaching methodologies effectively. By doing so, the program aims to cultivate an engaging learning atmosphere that inspires students and encourages them to comprehend and utilize the concepts being taught. Specifically tailored for college educators, this FDP will prioritize the transmission of practical skills and knowledge to better meet the needs of the academic setting. This program is designed to enhance understanding of financial modeling using Excel-VBA, R, and AI.

Duration: This online FDP is from 20.05.2024 to 04.06.2024 between 6 pm to 8.30 pm on all days excluding Sundays.

Resource Persons: Dr.L.Goverthanan, MS, FCMA, and Dr.Subramanian S. Iyer, MBA, FRM.

Last date for Registration: 18 May 2024

Contact us at [email protected] or WhatsApp: 91 9841416256 (messages only)

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The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science (DMACS), in association with the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) organized a 5-day transformative workshop titled “Innovate 360 – Unveiling the Power of Data Science, Computing, and Beyond,” from 12-16 February 2024 at the Muddenahalli Campus. This week-long convergence brought together intellects, ideas, and cutting-edge technologies, showcasing the dynamic landscape of data science and computing. The event not only assembled experts but symbolized a collective effort to unravel the potential at the intersection of technology and human ingenuity. “Innovate 360” pushed the boundaries of what was deemed achievable, promising a journey into new realms of possibility.

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Associate Professor M. S. Sai Vinod and Professor N. Sivakumar, from the Department of Management and Commerce, won the Best Paper award at the “14th International Research Conference on Thriving Through Sustainability” organized by IES’s Management College and Research Centre on 22^nd & 23^rd February 2024.

The paper titled “The Impact of Top Management Views on Environment-related Sustainable Development Goals on the Practice of Environmental Responsibility as Part of CSR” analyzed the influence of top management views on environmental Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) expenditure within the context of NIFTY-indexed companies in India using an empirical approach that incorporated text analytics, cosine similarity measures, regression and correlation analysis, and mediation-moderation analysis.

Hosted by the Indian Education Society’s Management College and Research Centre, Mumbai, with joint partners Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi, European Global Varsity, European School of Data Science & Technology, and Confab 360 Degree, the Conference explored how businesses can navigate towards a sustainable future with emerging technologies like AI, ChatGPT, and Generative AI on six key themes – Marketing, Operations & IT, Finance, Human Resources, Economic & Business Environment, and Entrepreneurship.

The students and faculty from the Department of Management and Commerce participated in the online International Conference on “Re-Envisioning Agility, Sustainability, and Technological Innovation in Manufacturing and Service Industry (RASTMSI 2024)” organized by Vedatya Institute under the aegis of Journal of Services Research on 8^th & 9^th February 2024.

The papers presented were:

• “The ‘What’, ‘Why’ And ‘How’ Of Sustainable Fashion Apparel Consumption: A Systematic Literature Review Using Tccm Framework” by Mrs. Akanksha Aggarwal and Ms. Prajoyli Sharma
• “Antecedents, Decisions & Consequences of Sustainable Luxury Consumer Behaviour: A Systematic Literature Review & Future Research Agenda” by Ms. Alekya and Mrs. Akanksha Aggarwal
• “The 5w1h Framework of Consumption of Plant-Based Meat: A Systematic Literature Review” by Mrs. Akanksha Aggarwal and Ms. Aksha Bajpai.

The participation was facilitated by Mrs. Akanksha Aggarwal, Assistant Professor, Department of Management and Commerce.

Over 50 insightful research papers were presented at RASTMSI 2024, sparking vibrant discussions and knowledge exchange. The conference aimed to re-envision the concept of agility to bring deserved excellence in operations which may lead to the emergence of agile firms that can sustain and flourish in the VUCA environment.

We congratulate all the students for their outstanding efforts and wish them continued success in their academic pursuits.

Five students of M.B.A. from the Anantapur women’s campus had the opportunity to participate and present their papers at the prestigious 3rd International Marketing Conference (iMARC III) hosted by IIM Shillong on 30 & 31 January 2024 with the theme “Marketing Transformations: Reimagine, Realign & Rework”. The conference witnessed 254 submissions, with 234 registrations and 158 presentations, from both academia and industry professionals, on over 23 sub-themes.

The five students and their papers that were accepted and selected for the presentation post a rigorous review and selection process are:

• Meenakshi Himika Piduri presented on “Will ChatGPT change the world? Demystifying the users’ intentions through antecedents”
• Sai Poojitha presented on “Return intention behaviour of consumers in electronics gadgets: An empirical study”
• G A Sai Jyothika presented on “Consumers’ new commute for a green world: Adoption behaviour of electric vehicles”
• Muskan Pradhan presented on “Unveiling motivations: Insights into sustainable lifestyle adoption and perspectives”
• A N S M Praharshitha presented on “Antecedents towards green purchase behaviour of cosmetics – An exploratory study”

The students were guided by their supervisor, Mrs. Akanksha Aggarwal, Asst. Professor in the Dept. of Management & Commerce.

International Marketing Conference (iMarC) is an annual International referred marketing conference of IIM Shillong started in 2021. The 3rd International Conference in Marketing aimed to provide a platform for all marketing researchers and professionals from academia and industry to come together to discuss and deliberate on the current marketing transformations. The conference showcased groundbreaking research and innovative ideas from experts and scholars worldwide.

We congratulate all the students for their exceptional work and wish them greater success in their academic journey.

As part of their curriculum, the Final-year MBA students of both the Anantapur campus and the Prasanthi Nilayam campus completed their industrial tour in the months of August and September respectively.

The students of the Anantapur campus held their tour from 10 – 14 August 2023 and visited: Sundaram Home Finance, Hunter Douglas, Rams Fittings & Accessories Pvt. Ltd., and Kone Elevators.

The students of the Prasanthi Nilayam campus held their tour from 11 – 15 September 2023 and visited: Caterpillar, Schwing Stetter, and Ashok Leyland.

The students returned to their respective campuses with a renewed perspective and an even better understanding of what they had been studying in the classroom, several learnings from their interaction with the professionals at these companies, and lots of great memories and experiences that they will cherish forever.

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Industrial Visit 2023, Anantapur Campus

Industrial Visit 2023, Prasanthi Nilayam Campus

MILAN 91-93, the 38th MBA Day at SSSIHL, marked a special occasion where alumni from the 1993 batch of MBA students reunited to share their insights and experiences with the current MBA students. The two-day event featured various activities and discussions.

On the first day, alumni mentored MBA students in exploring case studies covering topics like market analysis, funding pitches, technological adaptation, and leadership challenges. This hands-on experience provided students with practical skills and knowledge.

The second day included speeches from distinguished speakers. Dr. Sayee Manohar K, Head, Department of Management and Commerce welcomed the audience, Prof. B. Sai Giridhar, Registrar, SSSIHL gave the Inaugural Address, followed by talks by the Chief Guest Shri R J Ratnakar, Managing Trustee, SSSCT, the Vice-Chancellor of SSSIHL Prof. B. Raghavendra Prasad, and the CEO of Barclays India Sri Ram Gopal. They emphasized the importance of aligning education with industry needs, workplace ethics, and ongoing competence development. The event aimed to prepare students effectively for their future careers.

The celebration concluded with a video presentation and a heartfelt discourse by Sri Sathya Sai Baba, leaving everyone nostalgic and emotional.

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CSIR-IMMT, Bhubaneswar in association with the Department of Management and Commerce, SSSIHL, organized a Workshop on Intellectual Property Rights on 28 July 2023 at the Anantapur Campus. The workshop was held as part of the month-long National Intellectual Property Festival promoted by the DSIR-DPIIT, Government of India from 1-31 July 2023.

The Resource persons who addressed the participants were:

• Mrs. Saipriya Balasubramanian, Senior Business Intelligence and IP Analyst with Rapid Alpha. Topic: “Role of IP in Business Strategy”
• Dr. Vijayalakshmi Asthana, Principal Scientist, CSIR – Traditional Knowledge Digital Library Unit. Topic: “Intellectual Property Rights- An Overview”
• Dr. Viswajanani Sattigeri, Head, CSIR – Traditional Knowledge Digital Library Unit. Topic: “Traditional Knowledge: IP and People’s Rights.”

Participants gained valuable knowledge about the significance of intellectual property protection, its legal framework, and ethical considerations. The event fostered a culture of respect for creators’ rights and encouraged innovation while upholding responsible practices in handling intellectual property.

Faculty Members, Research Scholars from various departments of the campus, and 110 students participated in the Workshop that was held in hybrid mode.

Dr. G. Padmavathy, Associate Head of the Department, Dr. (Mrs.) Swetha Thiruchanuru, Asst. Professor, and Dr. C. Jayashree, Assistant Professor, all from the Department of Management & Commerce, SSSIHL, Anantapur campus, coordinated the event.

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