ABOUT SCMHRD
SYMBIOSIS CENTRE FOR MANAGEMENT & HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT
SYMBIOSIS CENTRE FOR MANAGEMENT & HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (SCMHRD) is a premier institute honing world class leaders and entrepreneurs. Established in 1993, SCMHRD’s MBA program is one of the most prestigious programs in India. It is the first B-School in Pune and one amongst the B-Schools in India and only 5% B-Schools in the world to have been accorded the prestigious AACSB Accreditation.
SCMHRD specializes in producing quality talent in the fields of HR, Marketing, Finance, Operations, Infrastructure Development and Management and Business Analytics. The institute believes that wholesome knowledge can be gained through experience and practical learning. Hence the intense academic curriculum is designed such that it prepares students to deliver their best.
Apart from academic excellence, the institute also focuses on equipping the students with the latest technical competencies used in the corporate world. It also provides opportunities to develop their leadership and entrepreneurship skills through various student activities and institute initiatives. SCMHRD is a member of CII, NHRD, and SHRM.
SCMHRD has earned a trusted name in the industry for delivering competency based talent thereby enhancing quality at the workplace. This is evident from SCMHRD’s track record of placing its students in most sought-after companies across sectors every year. Our unique learning approach combined with the focus on holistic development gives an edge to SCMHRD students and prepares them for the challenging life ahead.
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Director SCMHRD
Dr. Damodaran was the Dean, School of Management at IILM University, Greater Noida, and is a recognized leader in higher education with a strong focus on AI-enabled and technology-driven academic transformation. He holds a PhD in Management from UPES, an MBA from IIT Delhi, BE in Electronics and Instrumentation, Competition Law from NLU, and brings over 15 years of leadership experience across the telecom, IT, aviation, and education sectors.
He is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Elteridium, an organisation working on AI- and blockchain-based decision systems for public–private partnerships. Dr. Damodaran is a TEDx speaker, a mentor to the Entrepreneurial Cell at IIT Bombay, and a contributor to NITI Aayog’s Atal Tinkering Lab initiative. His work on custom GPTs for teaching and business simulations has been featured by OpenAI in the global “Professors Teaching with AI” series. He is also a recipient of the Economic Times Outstanding Leadership Award for building a tech-enabled university and the Celerity 40 Under 40 Supply Chain Achievers Award (2021).
Director’s Message
SCMHRD
It is a privilege to serve as the Director of Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD), an institution that has earned lasting respect for its academic quality, strong values, and meaningful engagement with the world of practice. SCMHRD’s strength lies in the collective efforts of its faculty, students, alumni, and partners, whose contributions have shaped its identity over the years.
In a business environment that is increasingly complex and dynamic, management education must help students move beyond concepts and develop the ability to think clearly, solve problems, and make sound decisions. At SCMHRD, our focus is on nurturing structured thinking, practical judgement, and a problem-solving mindset that enables students to respond effectively to real organisational challenges.
As part of this approach, we are thoughtfully integrating the use of technology in management education. Digital tools and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, are being introduced as enablers to improve analysis, support decision-making, and enhance learning experiences. These tools are used with care and purpose, reinforcing the idea that technology should assist managers in thinking better, not replace human insight, ethics, or responsibility.
Our teaching and learning processes place strong emphasis on application—through case discussions, simulations, projects, industry interaction, and experiential learning—so that students learn to connect theory with practice. Alongside this, we remain committed to research, reflection, and continuous improvement, ensuring that our academic work remains relevant and grounded.
The spirit of SCMHRD is defined by its people. Our students bring curiosity and ambition, our faculty bring dedication and mentorship, our alumni carry the institution’s values into diverse roles, and our partners support our shared purpose. Together, we will continue to strengthen SCMHRD while upholding the Symbiosis ethos of integrity, inclusivity, mutual respect, and social responsibility.
I invite all stakeholders to be active participants in this journey, as SCMHRD works steadily towards preparing thoughtful, capable, and responsible leaders for the future.
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INSTITUTE COMMITTEES
| Name of the Committee | Constituents of Committee | Terms for the Committee |
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| Internal Committee – Hinjawadi Campus | Chairperson: Dr. Kanchan Patil, Deputy Director, SCIT
Members: Dr. Suchata Jha, Assistant Professor, SIIB Mrs. Savitha Nair, Admin Officer, SCIT Mr. Prashant Itankar, Network Engineer, SIIB Ms. Renuka Mukadam, Independent Consultant & Trainer, POSH, Pune Student Representative: – Mr. Rahul Bansal, (MBA-IB 2025-27 PRN: 25020241134), SIIB Ms. Aakanskha Pandey, (MBA-ITBM, PRN: 25030241003), SCIT Member Secretary: – Term: 3 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Head- Student Affairs / One of the Members of the Committee from amongst the Non-Teaching employee Role: To handle cases, if any |
| Anti-Ragging Committee – Hinjawadi Campus | Chairperson: Dr. Dhanya Pramod, Director, SCIT
Members: Mr. S. G. Vanganekar, Hinjawadi Police Station, Pune Rural Mr. Rohan Gavali, Doordarshan. Mr. Radhika Dhingra, Director, Badlaav Social Reform Foundation, Pune Dr. Dipen Paul, Deputy Director, SIIB Dr. Yogesh Mahajan, Associate Professor, SCMHRD Mrs. Pushplata Gorade, Parent Representative. SCIT Mrs. Jayashree Kale, Parent Representative, SCMHRD Mr. Akash Gupta, Student Representative, SIIB Ms. Shivani Pote, Student Representative, SCMHRD Col. Suresh Kumar Mishra (Retd.), Campus Administrator, SIC Term: 2 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Col. Suresh Kumar Mishra (Retd.) Role: To investigate a case of Ragging, if any |
| Anti-Ragging Squad Hinjawadi Campus | Chairperson: Dr. Tamal Mondal, Associate Professor, SCIT
Members: The Warden, Cherry Blossom Boys Hostel The Rector/Warden, Frangipani Boys Hostel The Warden, Frangipani Girls Hostel The Warden, Fuchsia Girls Hostel The Warden, Gerbera Girls Hostel Ms. Savitha Nair, Administrative Officer, SCIT Mr. Yogesh Kalbhor, Administrative Officer, SIIB Ms. Stuti Agarwal, Student Representative, MBA 2025-27 PRN: 25020341067, SCMHRD Mr. Sohan Gadhave, Student Representative, MBA Agri Business 2025-27 PRN: 25020242018, SIIB Member Secretary: Term: 2 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Col. Suresh Kumar Mishra (Retd.) Role: To carry out surprise raids at hostel and Academic premises for checking incidences of ragging, if any |
| Campus Student Grievance Redressal Committee – Hinjawadi Campus | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodarn, Director, SCMHRD
Members: Dr. Viraja Bhat, Professor, SIIB Dr. Pankaj Sharma, Associate Professor, SCMHRD Dr. Ravi Sharma, Assistant Professor, SIIB Ms. Ketaki Shrikant Sangole, Student Representative, MBA-ITBM 2025-27, SCIT– Special Invitee Member Secretary: Term: 2 years |
Frequency: As and when required |
| Campus Disciplinary Committee Hinjawadi Campus | Chairperson: Dr. Alka Maurya, Director, SIIB
Members: Dr. Krishna Kumar Singh, Associate Professor, SCIT Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer, SCMHRD Ms. Varushni Padmanabhan, Student Representative, SCMHRD, MBA-BA, PRN: 25020343088 Member Secretary: Term: 3 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Col. Suresh Kumar Mishra Role: To handle Discipline cases within the SIC Campus, if any |
| Campus Wellness Advisory Committee (CWAC) | Chairperson: Col. Suresh Kumar Mishra (Retd.), Campus Administrator, SIC
Members: – Medical Officer, SCHC, Hinjawadi Campus Senior Medical Officer, SCHC Mrs. Savitha Nair, Admin Officer, SCIT Mr. Yogesh Kalbhor, Administrative Officer, SIIB Psychological Counsellor, Hinjawadi Campus Ms. Abhisri Rajput, Sports Officer, Department of Sports Recreation and Wellness (DSRW) Ms. Samurudhi Katti, Dietician In charge, SCHC Student representatives: Ms. Somali Guchhait (MBA-IDM 2025-2027 PRN 25020344048), SCMHRD Ms. Meghana Patil (MBA-BA 2026-28 PRN: 26020343045), SCMHRD Mr. Aditya Kundu (MBA-IDM 2026-28 PRN: 26020344003), SCMHRD Female Students Representative. SCIT Male Students Representative. SCIT Female Students Representative. SIIB Male Students Representative. SIIB Term: 1 year |
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| Nasha Mukta Hostel Committee Hinjawadi Campus | Chairperson: Col. Suresh Kumar Mishra (Retd.), Campus Administrator, SIC
Member Secretary: Senior Warden Members: Mrs. Ranjana Gaikwad, Warden, Frangipani Girls Hostel Mrs. Virginia Thakkar, Warden, Fuchsia Girls Hostel Mr. Rajesh Yadav, Warden, Dahlia Boys Hostel Mr. Manoj Ghorpade, Warden, Cherry Blossom Boys Hostel Mr. Ravindra Patil, Warden, Cherry Blossom Boys Hostel Swarali Khaladkar, Psychological Counsellor. Hinjewadi campus Student representatives: Rajalakshmi P, MBA BA 2026-28, PRN: 26020343059 SCMHRD Students Representative, SIIB Students Representative, SIIB Students Representative, SCIT Students Representative, SCIT Term: 3 years |
Role: As and when required |
| Library Advisory Committee | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director, SCMHRD
Members: Dr. Yogesh Mahajan, Associate Professor, SCMHRD Dr. Avishek Ghoshal, Assistant Professor (Faculty in-charge Information Resources), SCMHRD Dr. Saikat Deb, Assistant Professor, SCMHRD Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer, SCMHRD Mr. Dasharth Rane, Assistant Library Incharge, SCMHRD Ms. Sapna Pawar, Sr. Library Assistant, SCMHRD Mr. Bala Thore, Office Assistant, SCMHRD Student representatives: Mr. Ashish Paitl, MBA 2025-27, PRN: 25020341170 Mr. Apurve Khare, MBA-IDM 2025-27, PRN: 25020344007 Mr. Sahil Karape, MBA-IDM 2026-28, PRN: 26020344022 Mr. Kaustubh Chavan, MBA 2026-28, PRN: 26020341165 Ms. Ahana Koshe, MBA-BA 2026-28, PRN: 26020343091 Library Advisor – Dr. Shiv Singh, Librarian, SIU Coordinator: Mr. Dadasaheb Magar Term: 1 year |
Frequency: Twice a Semester
Convener: Mr. Dadasaheb Magar Role: Day – to–day functioning, administrative and financial decisions of the library. |
| Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes Committee | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Mr. Sachin Gaikwad, Supervisor Dr. (Ms.). Deepali Naik, Assistant Professor Member Secretary: Ms. Sujata Lodhi, Coordinator, SCMHRD Term: 3 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Ms. Sujata Lodhi |
| Institute Discipline Committee | Chairperson: Dr. Pankaj Sharma, Deputy Director
Members: Dr. Vaishali Mahajan, Associate Professor Dr. Nitesh Adichwal, Associate Professor Mrs. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Term: 3 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Department Coordinator Role: To handle Discipline cases within the Institute, if any |
| Grievance Redressal Committee | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Dr. Vinita Sinha, Professor Dr. Manoj Hudnurkar, Professor Convener: Department Coordinator Student Representative: – Ramya K R (MBA-IDM 2025-2027 PRN 25020344037 Mobile No: 8884902902 Term: 2 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Department Coordinator Role: To attend to the grievances of the Students (Academics, Library & Admin) To prepare/submit, report / findings and recommend penalties to the competent authorities |
| Institute Admissions Committee | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Dr. Dipasha Sharna, Associate Professor Dr. Rohan Mishra, Assistant Professor Dr. Abhishek Tripathi, Assistant Professor Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Mr. Balu Bachkar, Sr. Office Assistant, Admissions & Eligibility Member Secretary: Mr. Amol Dharankar, Admissions Coordinator Tenure: 3 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Mr. Amol Dharankar Role: To handle all admissions related activities |
| Institute Academics Committee | Chairperson: Dr. Pankaj Sharma, Deputy Director
Members: Dr. Pooja Darda, Associate Professor Ms. Shikha Shubham, Teaching Associate Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Mr. Sachin Gaikwad, Supervisor, MBA Academics Ms. Archana Gokhale, Senior Coordinator, MBA-IDM Academics Mr. Digambar Patil, Assistant Coordinator, MBA-BA Academics Mr. Rajkumar Jamdar, Coordinator, MBA Executive Academics Member Secretary: Ms. Sujata Lodhi, Coordinator, MBA Academics |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Ms. Sujata Lodhi Role: To handle all academics related activities |
| Institute Examination Committee | Chairperson: Dr. Pankaj Sharma, Deputy Director
Members: Dr. Yogesh Mahajan, Associate Professor Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Ms. Shilpa Patil, Coordinator, Examination Mr. Deepak Walanj, Coordinator, Examination Mr. Kishor Parkhe, Office Assistant, Examination Member Secretary: Ms. Sujata Jadhav, Sr. Supervisor, Examination Tenure: 3 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Ms. Sujata Jadhav Role: To handle all examination related activities |
| Institute Placement Committee (IPC) | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Dr. Manoj Kumar Panda, Associate Professor Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Mr. Mahesh Renguntwar, Head – Corporate Relations Member Secretary: Ms. Snehal Mulekar, Placement Senior Coordinator Invited Members: Faculty /Administrative Staff as applicable Tenure: 3 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Ms. Snehal Mulekar Roles The Corporate relations team of students will directly report to the Institute Placement Committee (IPC) The Institute Placement Committee (IPC) will be the apex authority to make all decisions with respect to any default or disciplinary issues related to all corporate engagements like summer placements, final placements, live projects, training and grooming, guest lectures, PPIs, PPOs, etc. To guide, support & monitor all corporate engagement activities. |
| Institute Ranking Committee | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Dr. Dipasha Sharma, Associate Professor Dr. Gauri Joshi, Assistant Professor Dr. Sonali Bhattacharya, Adjunct Professor Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Member Secretary: Ms. Sharayu Wadhavekar, Senior Coordinator Tenure: 3 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Ms. Sharayu Wadhavekar Role: To handle all ranking related activities |
| Institute Finance committee | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Mr. Sachin Khedkar, Supervisor Accounts Tenure: 3 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Mr. Sachin Khedkar Role: To handle all finance related activities |
| Counseling Centre for Women | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Dr. Vinita Sinha, Professor Dr. Deepali Naik, Assistant Professor Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Coordinator: Ms. Snehal Mulekar, Senior Coordinator Term: 2 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Ms. Snehal Mulekar Role: To advice, help, counsel the students as per Pre-determined period or as and when required |
| Anti- Discrimination cell | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Dr. Nitesh Adichwal, Associate Professor Dr. Gauri Joshi, Assistant Professor Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer, SCMHRD Coordinator: Mr. Pravinkumar Parande, Senior Supervisor Term: 2 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Mr. Pravinkumar Parande Role: To handle cases, if any |
| Gender Sensitization Cell | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Dr. Nitesh Adichwal, Associate Professor Dr. Gauri Joshi, Assistant Professor Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Coordinator: Mr. Amol Dharankar, Senior Coordinator Term: 2 years |
Frequency:
As and when required Convener: Mr. Amol Dharankar Role: To handle cases, if any |
| Students Counseling Committee | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Dr. Manoj Hudnurkar, Professor Dr. Vinita Sinha, Professor Dr. Vaishali Mahajan, Associate Professor Dr. Saikat Deb, Assistant Professor Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Coordinator: Mr. Sachin Gaikwad, Supervisor Term: 2 years |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Mr. Sachin Gaikwad Role: To provide counseling to students as and when required |
| Sports Committee | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Dr. Avishek Ghosal, Assistant Professor & Faculty in-charge Sports Committee Mrs. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Mr. Jay Jadhav, Head RWC / Sr. In-Charge RWC Ms. Abhishri Rajput, Sports Officer Student representatives: KNS Pranathi, MBA 2025-27 Shreya Shirsath, MBA BA 2026-28 Swastik Dutta, MBA 2026-28 Coordinator: Mr. Dashrath Rane, Assistant Library Incharge Term: 1 year |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Mr. Dashrath Rane |
| Branding and PR Committee | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Dr. Pooja Darda, Associate Professor Dr. Deepali Naik, Assistant Professor Mrs. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Mr. Digambar Patil, Assistant Coordinator Coordinator: Mr. Vishal Marane, Senior IT Coordinator Term: 1 year |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Mr. Vishal Marane |
| SCMHRD Crisis Management Committee | Chairperson: Dr. Akhil Damodaran, Director
Members: Dr. Vinita Sinha, Professor Dr. Saiket Deb, Assistant Professor Ms. Arati Vaidya, Administrative Officer Mr. Pravinkumar Parande, Senior Supervisor MO, SCHC Col. Suresh Kumar Mishra (Retd.), Campus Administrator, SIC Two Student Members: – Shreyash Suryavanshi (MBA 2025-2027 PRN: 25020341064, Mobile No. 9763118381) Coordinator: Mr. Amol Dharankar, Senior Coordinator Term: 1 year |
Frequency: As and when required
Convener: Mr. Amol Dharankar Role: To deal with crisis & emergency. To take preventive measures. To recommend corrective / improvement measures |
| Campus Food Committee Members | Members: Ms. Avani Jain (MBA 2025-27 PRN: 25020341013 Mobile No: 8780087705)Mr. Apoorv Khare (MBA-IDM 2025-27 PRN: 25020344007 Mobile No: 9923656249)Ankit Dwiwedi (MBA-BA 2025-27 PRN: 25020343011 Mobile No: 8981575840)Aashish Kancharla (MBA 2026-28 PRN 26020341173 Mobile No: 9652072670) Akanksha Choudhary (MBA 2026-28 PRN: 26020341012 Mobile No: 7739198396) |
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About Library
Library is a heart of the organization or institutes. Library plays vital role in the development of the students as well as the faculty members. Library is trinity of students, Staff Members & Resources. Library built collection and create tools to support teaching and learning.
Category Total No. Textbooks 28,922 Reference books 4683 Titles 18,795 AV Material’s 2236 Online Databases 10 Magazines. 23 Journals 11 Bound Volumes 407 Newspapers 10 General Rules
Students can issue 4 library books on 1 Library ticket for a week.
A fine Rs.5/- day will be charged on late return of books issued on library borrow cards.
Students can avail the facility of reference books / journals / periodicals within the library premises only against library tickets or I-cards.
Use of mobile phones is strictly prohibited inside the library.
Complete silence should be maintained. Group discussions, lectures are not allowed in library.
Difficulties if any should be discussed with the library staff.
Library Timings
Library Timing: Monday to Saturday – 8:30 AM to 8:30 PM
Library Timing: Sunday – 9am to 5pm
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Institutional Membership
SCMHRD Library has tied up with the , Maratha Chambers of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture , CII ( Indian Journal of Confederation Indian Industry) and National HRD Network , Under the Institutional membership . These member ships are beneficial for users through their online services or resources.
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Participation in the activities including work shops Seminars, Courses ,Lectures, Presentations of the 32 committees of chambers If it charged activity, Members are given a concession for participation.
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Courses No. of Books MBA, MBA (IDM) & MBA (BA) 4 books for 7 days Ex-MBA 3 books for 15 days Borrowing rules
Renewal of the books will depend on availability and requirement of the same by others.Loss of Borrower cards should be reported to the library staff immediately.Issue of duplicate borrow cards will be made against due charges.Borrower’s card is not transferable.Students can avail the facility of reference books / journals / periodicals within the library premises only against library tickets or I-cards.A fine Rs.5/- day will be charged on late return of books issued on library borrow cards.Writing of scribbling on or tearing of pages of library books, news papers, periodicals etcis prohibited & will be liable for strict action.E-Resources
Library members can get the access of all e-resources on Library Portal. To access these e-resources you should have the Login Credentials for it Every year newly admitted student’s registration is done according to their course duration by the Library Incharge.
Once the registration is completed members get the access of all e-resources purchased by the SIU Central library. Also, all institutionally subscribed databases, e-books and e-journals can be accessed through this library portal.
Courses No. of Books London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Euromonitor http://www.portal.euromonitor.com Harvard Business Publishing Cases (For Faculties only) https://hbsp.harvard.edu Indiastat.com https://www.indiastat.com EMIS https://www.emis.com/php/login/first-time-login CMIE Prowess IQ https://prowessiq.cmie.com/ CMIE CapEx https://capex.cmie.com/ CMIE Economic Outlook https://economicoutlook.cmie.com/ CMIE Industry Outlook https://industryoutlook.cmie.com/ Nature Journal Videeya DELNET QuestionPro Money Life Online Magazine Subscription McGraw Hill Education India E-Books South Asia Archive World E-Book Library Sage Research Methods Sage Online Collections Pearson E-Books E-Research EndNote Turnitin Scopus Jstor Frost & Sullivan Web of Science Emerald Management E-Journal Elsevier : Science Direct-Management EBSCO For connecting SIU Library Gateway Portal CLICK HERE
Drishtikon : A Management Journal
Drishtikon : A Management Journal is a Biannual Journal of Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development. The objective of this journal is to disseminate knowledge encompassing emerging management concepts, product and process innovations, structure and performance of organizations and industries in dynamic socio-cultural, political, technological, economical and political environment. The first issue of the journal was published in March, 2010.
Journal is indexed within Ebsco Database, Cabell’s Directory of Publishing Opportunities and Ulrich’s Periodical Directory.
Context
Context is aimed at conceptual interpretation of emerging managerial issues and perspectives on organizations, academic institutes, government and society. Analysis would be based on quantitative and qualitative approaches to and empirical research on markets, organizations, economy, accounting, information technology, human resource, business strategies and policy, ethics, finance, and production processes. Case would incorporate real business situation and managerial decision taken at functional, organizational and strategic level. Review would have reviews of current management books and summarization of contemporary research articles of business interest published in creditable international and national journals.
The editorial team of Drishtikon includes name from prestigious MBA institutes of India and abroad like Indian Institute of Management (Calcutta, Lucknow, Indore, Rohtak), University of Business& International Studies (Geneva), Universiti Malaysia Sarawak(Malayasia), Syiah Kuala University(Indonesia), ISC Paris School of Management(Paris) ,SCMHRD (Pune) etc..
If you want to contribute your article or case to Drishtikon then you can email soft copy of the paper for consideration for publication to sonali_bhattacharya@scmhrd.edu or if you have hard copy then you can post it to address given below
The Editor,
Drishtikon: A Management Journal Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development Plot No. 15, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, Hinjewadi, MIDC, Pune 411057, India Contact No: Office: +91 20 22934304 ext. 332
PRIMA : Practices And Research In Marketing
PRIMA is biannual journal of Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development which aims at dissemination of insightful and original marketing knowledge. It welcomes novel and ground-breaking contributions from a wide range of research traditions within the broad domain of marketing. PRIMA is not pre-disposed towards either empirical work or pure theory, or towards one particular method or approach, any approach that helps to break new ground is welcome. It also encourages contribution from global scholars from vast marketing domain.
PRIMA is an outlet for research that is :
- Based on rigorous, high quality scholarly work of global standards
- From a diverse range of methodological, philosophical and theoretical approaches
- Taken from theoretical conceptualization and appropriate research methodology
- Well written, clear, relevant and most importantly of interest to marketing practitioners as well as academicians.
The key audiences which this journal tries to address are Marketing scholars, Senior and middle marketing management, Senior executives in distribution, market research and advertising.
Prima is indexed within Ebsco database and ‘Ulrich’s International Directory.
The editorial team of Drishtikon includes names from prestigious MBA institutes of India like Kansas University, USA, MICA, Ahmedabad, SCMHRD, Pune among few.
OPUS : Organize People & Us
OPUS is a double blind peer reviewed scholarly journal published biannually by the Department of Human Resources, of the Symbiosis Centre of Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD)[1], in collaboration with Publishing India.com. Original research contributions are invited from scholars, practitioners, and consultants primarily in the areas of Human Resource Management (HRM), Organizational Behavior (OB), Industrial Relationship (IR) and other interdisciplinary subjects. The journal aims to provide an avenue for discussion, debate and information sharing about research, provocative ideas and arguments stemming from the theories and practice of HRM, OB and related disciplines.
Authors are invited to submit original manuscripts which may be conceptual or empirical studies replete with adequate methodological rigor. Case studies, book reviews based on various gamuts of business and management science not restricted only on HRM, OB, and IR are also invited. The journal is in the process of getting indexed with international databases of academic repute.
General Guidelines for Authors:
- Original manuscripts with a word count of 2000 – 10,000 words (maximum) limit will be accepted.Total number of pages not to exceed 30 typed A4 sheets including graphs, tables and appendices.
- Word files only (.doc or .docx) in double space with 1 and 1/2″ wide margin on the left and 1″ on the right.
- The cover page of the manuscript must contain the title of the paper, author’s contact information,professional affiliation (if different from the mailing address), and acknowledgements, if any.
- The first page of the paper should contain only the title of the paper.
- Every manuscript must include an abstract of 150-200 words along with 4-5 key words.
- All notes must be serially numbered and should be given at the bottom of the page as foot notes.
- References should be given separately at the end of the paper and arranged alphabetically according to the 6th Edition of APA format.
- Please contact the Chief Editor for any other queries.
Submission Requirements
Manuscripts are to be submitted in two stages both in the form of soft and hard copies to the Chief Editor of the journal for his consideration. Stage 1: Concepts, hypotheses offered Stage 2: Full research paper Soft copies of the manuscript should be emailed to opus@scmhrd.edu and a hard copy should be sent to the following address:
The Editor,
Drishtikon: A Management Journal
Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development
Plot No. 15, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park,
Hinjewadi, MIDC,
Pune 411057, India
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Library
committeeTerm : 1 year
Chairperson:Dr. Akhil Damodaran
Director
Members:
Dr. Saikat Deb
Assistant Professor
Dr. Avishek Ghosal
Assistant Professor (Faculty In-Charge, Library)
Ms. Arati Vaidya,
Administrative Officer
Dr. Yogesh Mahajan
Associate Professor
Student representatives:
Ms. Gayatri Khedkar
(Batch 2025–27)
Mr. Ashish Patil
(Batch 2025–27)
Mr. Apoorv Khare
(Batch 2025–27)
Library Advisor:
Dr. Shiv Sing
Coordinator:
Mr. Dadasaheb Magar,
Library Incharge
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Students can suggest or recommend the book they want on below link or E-mail ID
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Mr. Dadasaheb Magar
Library Incharge
Mr. Dashrath Rane
Asst. Library Incharge
Ms. Sapna Pawar
Sr. Library Assistant
Mr. Balasaheb Thore
Office Assistant
Mr.Ravi Bolade
Sr.Attendant
Mr. Prakash Bhoshale
Sr.Attendant
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Symbiosis Infotech Campus, Plot No. 15, Rajiv Gandhi Infotech Park, MIDC, Hinjawadi, Pune – 411057
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Who can access the library Services?
Students, Faculty, Visiting Faculty, Adjunct Faculty and Staff of Symbiosis Centre For Management & Human Resource Development can access the SCMHRD library services. Also other institute’s users of Symbiosis can refer the books of SCMHRD Library in the Library Premises only. Identity card is mandatory to enter SCMHRD Library.
Outside users who belong with other colleges’ apart from Symbiosis are allowed to refer the books inside the library premises. These users are requested to bring an official letter duly sign by their Librarian/Head of the Department/Guide/Principal and identity card of their college is mandatory to avail SCMHRD services.
Can I bring the personal book in the library?
To renew books you have visit library personally with the book. Online system is available for re-issuing procedure but it is not yet in use due to some technical issues. You can renew the books for the three times if there is no reservation request is put by anybody else. Renewal of books will depend on availability and requirement of the same by others.
How many books a member get issued?
No of books issued to each segment of users
Courses No. of books MBA, MBA (IDM) & MBA (BA) 4 books for 7 days Ex-MBA 3 books for 15 days What are the issue return timings in the library?
Monday to Saturday – 8am to 9pm
Sunday – 10am to 9pm
Reading Hall – 24 x 7What are the overdue charges against late return of the book?
Rs. 5.00 per day will be charged for the late returned books after the due date which is being provided on the Yellow due date slip of each book.
I have lost the library Book, What I require to do?
First you should immediately report to the circulation desk at the library.In case a book/magazine/Journal is lost; the borrower has to replace the same with the latest Edition/Version of the material. If the copy is out of print then the user has to pay the cost of the material along with the overdue amount of fine within 15 days from the reporting.
Where can I make a suggestion to the library?
“Suggestion Box” placed at the entrance of the library where you can drop-in your valuable suggestions. You can also email the suggestions at library@scmhrd.edu
How can I recommend a book for purchase in the Library?
Students can suggest or recommend the book they want on below link or E-mail ID
Link:- http://symbiosis-koha.informindia.co.in/E-mail ID :- library@scmhrd.edu
How do I find a book/journal article for my Projects or Assignments?
Different Online databases are available in the SCMHRD through SIU Library portal and also through SCMHRD Library. You may search your required article or research paper with the help of these e-resources. If any problem is there you contact Librarian for easy access to these resources.
How can I access the E-Resources?
As it is mentioned on the web site under the E-Resources. You can access these databases through the login credentials of SIU Central library Gateway Portal which is been issued to all the registered students of SCMHRD. Those who don’t know the credentials can contact to the library. Only Symbiosis students and faculty can access these databases through their own login credentials.
- FOUNDER & PRESIDENT
- PRINCIPAL DIRECTOR & CHANCELLOR
- VICE CHANCELLOR
- DIRECTOR
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PROF. DR. S B MUJUMDARFounder and President, Symbiosis (Awarded Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri by President of India)KNOW MOREProf. (Dr.) S. B. Mujumdar is the Founder and President of Symbiosis, a multi-national, multi-lingual educational institution
- “Padma Bhushan” in 2012
- “Punya Bhushan” in 2009
- “Padma Shri” in 2005
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DR. VIDYA YERAVDEKARPrincipal Director, Symbiosis
Chancellor, Symbiosis International (Deemed University)KNOW MOREDr. Vidya Yeravdekar is the Principal Director of Symbiosis Society, and Chancellor of Symbiosis International University.
- Member of ICCR
- Former Member of UGC
- Chairperson at FCCI
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Dr. Ramakrishnan RamanVice Chancellor, Symbiosis International (Deemed University)KNOW MOREDr Ramakrishnan Raman a visionary academic leader and tech-savvy strategist driving global excellence in higher education. He is reshaping the future of learning through innovation, internationalization, and digital transformation.
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Dr. Akhil DamodaranDirector SCMHRDKNOW MOREIt is a privilege to serve as the Director of Symbiosis Centre for Management and Human Resource Development (SCMHRD), an institution that has earned lasting respect for its academic quality, strong values, and meaningful engagement with the world of practice. SCMHRD’s strength lies in the collective efforts of its faculty, students, alumni, and partners, whose contributions have shaped its identity over the years.
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