The Postgraduate Institute of Business Management at Sardar Patel University was established in 1982.
A two-year (full-time) MBA Programme accordingly commenced in 1989. The programme, currently, has an intake of 80 students and is duly approved by All India Council for Technical Education, (AICTE), New Delhi. The University Grants Commission (UGC), New Delhi and the Government of Gujarat generously support it. The Master’s degree programme in Business Administration (MBA) seeks to provide opportunities to young men and women to acquire knowledge and skills and develop attitudes essential for assuming positions of leadership in the management profession.
Department also offers Ph. D. Programme in management. More than 150 students have been awarded the degree and currently more than 65 are pursuing their Ph. D. under the guidance of all faculty members.
From a modest beginning the Institute has made rapid strides in achieving its stated objectives. It can boast of a well-qualified and experienced faculty, a richly stocked library and a well-equipped compute room. The Institute is located at the new building that was inaugurated by the then Honourable Finance Minister and the current Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh on December 17th, 1994. In addition to all this the Institute has a large auditorium cum seminar hall with a seating capacity of 300 persons. A separate NRI hostel with 26 double-seated rooms having all facilities was commissioned on 15 June 2001 and is now fully functional.
All the graduating MBA students have received excellent job placements in reputed business and industrial organizations.
The Business India survey 1999-2000 ranks the institute as an “A” grade institute in a major study comprising all the AICTE recognized business schools in India. Department is actively engaged in research.
Our department is committed to providing a well-structured and outcome-oriented education. Each course is meticulously planned with clearly defined objectives and outcomes to ensure a focused and effective learning experience. This approach enables students to align their academic efforts with professional expectations and industry standards. An academic calendar is thoughtfully designed and circulated at the beginning of each semester, ensuring that students and faculty are aware of key milestones, examinations, and events. This planning fosters smooth academic progression throughout the semester. To ease the transition into academic life, a comprehensive induction programme is conducted for freshers. This programme introduces students to departmental culture, curriculum, resources, and facilities, laying a strong foundation for their academic journey. Faculty members prepare and distribute teaching material well in advance to facilitate effective learning. Additionally, the department ensures the availability of course-specific textbooks and general reference books through the library, empowering students to excel in their studies.
We leverage modern technology to enhance classroom teaching through ICT-enabled methods. This ensures an engaging and interactive learning environment, equipping students with essential digital skills for their careers. To promote deep understanding and practical knowledge, innovative teaching methodologies such as case studies, role plays, and group discussions are integrated into the curriculum. These approaches encourage critical thinking and subject mastery. Our department emphasizes transparency and punctuality in evaluations. Answer books are shown to students’ post-assessment, and results are declared promptly, fostering trust and a commitment to academic excellence.