About Us
M S Ramaiah Institute of Management (MSRIM) was established in 1995 by the Gokula Education Foundation (GEF) and is a part of the Ramaiah Group of Institutions, Bengaluru (www. ramaiah-india.org). Driven by the core values set by its visionary founder, Late Dr. M S Ramaiah, the Ramaiah Group of Institutions, has forayed into the field of Medical care and Medical education, Engineering sciences and General sciences. The Group symbolizes quality education and competence and is well entrenched in the fields of Healthcare and Education in India with over 29 Institutions under its fold.
Ramaiah Institute of Management is one of the most preferred Business schools in Bangalore. Being located in the heart of the city the institute is acclaimed as the one of the best Business schools providing quality management education through its PGDM program. It has been consistently ranked as one among the Best 100 Business schools in India by several ranking partners. The program is NBA accredited and approved by AIU as MBA equivalent. The curriculum is Industry-Oriented and designed by both Academicians and Industry Experts, coupled with new age teaching pedagogies and assessments. The aim is to offer the nation with vision driven leaders who are globally competent to meet the challenges of a future world.
Vision
To be a globally recognized Management Institute nurturing and empowering leaders.
Mission
- Dissemination of Management Knowledge through a right blend of a contextually relevant curriculum, innovative pedagogy and transparent assessment.
- Building a research culture to augment critical thinking and analytical abilities among students and faculty.
- Sensitizing students to become professional, ethical and socially responsible individuals by inculcating leadership skills through holistic and value-based learning.
- Creating an ecosystem that provides exposure to global cultures.
- Igniting the entrepreneurial spirit among students to establish organizations that create value.
Values
- Integrity
- Proactive
- Innovative
- Open to Learning
- Social Concern
Vision
To be a globally recognized Management Institute nurturing and empowering leaders.
Mission
- Dissemination of Management Knowledge through a right blend of a contextually relevant curriculum, innovative pedagogy and transparent assessment.
- Building a research culture to augment critical thinking and analytical abilities among students and faculty.
- Sensitizing students to become professional, ethical and socially responsible individuals by inculcating leadership skills through holistic and value-based learning.
- Creating an ecosystem that provides exposure to global cultures.
- Igniting the entrepreneurial spirit among students to establish organizations that create value.
Values
- Integrity
- Proactive
- Innovative
- Open to Learning
- Social Concern
MESSAGES FROM THE BOARD
Corporate India has always shown a great degree of resilience to adverse economic conditions and performed well even under the most trying conditions. Our managers are admired worldwide for their innovativeness and strength of character and some of our management institutes are among the best in the world. At our Institute, we believe in bench marking with the best both in India and abroad, so that our students get excellent managerial training. I cordially welcome you to our fold and wish you the very best.
Ramaiah Group of Institutions has always stood to provide education that embeds in every individual a sense of professionalism, astuteness and sincerity. The demands on management professionals to deliver on organizational expectations have compounded manifold. True management professional needs to strive and set benchmarks of achievement that resonate as milestones of the institution. I welcome you to the fold of our Institution and wish that you scale the heights of management as a true management professional.
The Gokula Education Foundation has always looked at ways in which students are empowered through education and help the country to leverage its human potential. Our Institution is a portal that provides a platform for aspirants who look to become professionals in the domain of management education. It gives me great pleasure to welcome to Gnana Gangothri ; the fountain of knowledge through the portals of our Institution. I wish all of you great success.
RIM has been a beacon to many students since its inception in 1995. RIM has been the lynchpin to the successful careers of students many of whom have become corporate leaders contributing to the wealth of our country. GEF which has as its common value among all its institutions - Empowerment, Simplicity, Inclusiveness and commitment, drives the mission of RIM with focus on integrity, knowledge and leadership abilities to create socially responsible knowledge managers whose engagement with corporate entities and society will contribute to the growth of a globally competent corporate India”.
These values, with robust systems and process with focus on excellence in education has consistently helped RIM to be in the fore front of management education. We are sure that the flow of the wealth of knowledge from RIM will continue to support and strengthen the student community and corporate India ensuring “Better Leaders for Better Tomorrow”.
These values, with robust systems and process with focus on excellence in education has consistently helped RIM to be in the fore front of management education. We are sure that the flow of the wealth of knowledge from RIM will continue to support and strengthen the student community and corporate India ensuring “Better Leaders for Better Tomorrow”.
RIM has been a beacon to many students since its inception in 1995. RIM has been the lynchpin to the successful careers of students many of whom have become corporate leaders contributing to the wealth of our country. GEF which has as its common value among all its institutions - Empowerment, Simplicity, Inclusiveness and commitment, drives the mission of RIM with focus on integrity, knowledge and leadership abilities to create socially responsible knowledge managers whose engagement with corporate entities and society will contribute to the growth of a globally competent corporate India”.
These values, with robust systems and process with focus on excellence in education has consistently helped RIM to be in the fore front of management education. We are sure that the flow of the wealth of knowledge from RIM will continue to support and strengthen the student community and corporate India ensuring “Better Leaders for Better Tomorrow”.
These values, with robust systems and process with focus on excellence in education has consistently helped RIM to be in the fore front of management education. We are sure that the flow of the wealth of knowledge from RIM will continue to support and strengthen the student community and corporate India ensuring “Better Leaders for Better Tomorrow”.
Director - Academics, Research and Administration
A very warm welcome to Ramaiah Institute of Management. Ramaiah group of Institutions has set a legacy in education by providing excellence through education following the philosophy of inclusion. It is a matter of pride to be studying in the M. S. Ramaiah group. Today we are at an unprecedented moment in time where COVID 19 pandemic hit the world and the economy underwent a great turbulence. It posed new challenges to the education system and has pushed the system to adapt itself to the changing circumstances. RIM being a vibrant and a responsive institution was able to deliver its best during such challenging times. The same has been imbibed in the students to strive to equip themselves to meet such emerging challenges in the global context.
In situations of uncertain businesses and tough competition, the one who survives is the one who accepts challenges and positively attempts to think differently to find solutions. Ramaiah Institute of Management believes in a 360 degree development so that students are ready not just for their jobs but for careers. We strive to offer to the students a perspective of the context along with the content. Skills have been an integral part of the entire course, which enables students to have the needed capabilities to take up any role, in any organization and in any location. All this is brought to the students through a set of dedicated teaching faculty. Teaching learning process at Ramaiah Institute of Management is highly industry oriented. The curriculum at RIM is reviewed periodically by our industry associates. Students here have a close hands on experience as a part of our curriculum as we have our industry partners deliver a part of the course. We at RIM are also exploring opportunities to provide a flavor of global exposure to our students. You will be excited to have a enriching and a transformational journey to take varied challenges in your career and life.
At Ramaiah, we strive to cater to executives and the academic community through well-designed short-term and certificate programs. I am sure there is a big opportunity for all our stakeholders to collaborate and do more for the well being of our society and nation.
Dr. Manasa Nagabhushanam
Professor and Dean - Academic Affairs
Dr. A. V. Arunkumar
Professor and Dean(Academic Affairs)
Dear Students, Faculty, and Visitors,
Welcome to Ramaiah Institute of Management, a place where education meets purpose and innovation fuels growth.
Our institution is deeply rooted in the core values set by our visionary founder, Late Dr. M S Ramaiah, who believed in imparting quality education to nurture not just capable professionals but also responsible citizens. Aligned with this vision, we are committed to shaping business students into lifelong learners, problem solvers for society, and creators of impactful startups. In this process, the students are exposed to the latest trends in finance, marketing, human resources management and organisational behaviour, analytics, operations management, sustainability and diversity related issues and so on. We are committed to enhancing the learning process of the students through our research and industry expertise!
At Ramaiah Institute of Management, we emphasize experiential learning, providing students with opportunities to engage with real-world challenges, enhance their critical thinking, and develop practical skills. Our curriculum builds on strong foundational knowledge, while a keen focus on skill orientation and exposure to the latest industry trends ensures our graduates are future-ready.
Together, let us foster an environment of innovation, integrity, and excellence. It is our endeavour to become institute that, nurtures and promote leadership. I invite you to join us in this exciting journey of discovery, growth, and transformation.
– Dr. A. V. Arunkumar
Management
Dr. M.R. Jayaram
Chairman, GEF
Sri. M.R. Seetharam
Vice Chairman, GEF
Sri. M.R. Anandaram
Director, RIM
Dr. Parswanath H V
Chief Executive (E & GS), GEF
Dr. Karisiddappa
Chief Academic Advisor (E & GS), GEF
Sri. G. Ramachandra
Chief of Finance, GEF
(Engineering & General Sciences)
Dr. Manasa Nagabhushnam
Director (Academics, Research &
Administration), RIM
Governing Council Members
| Sl.No | Name | Designation | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Dr. Parswanath H V |
Chief Executive (E & GS), GEF |
Chairperson (Ex-Officio officer) |
|
2 |
Dr. Karisiddappa |
Chief Academic Advisor (E & GS), GEF |
Member |
|
3 |
Shri G. Ramachandra |
Chief of Finance, GEF – Engg. & GS |
Member |
|
4 |
Dr.U. Ramesh |
Regional Officer SWRO – AICTE |
Member |
|
5 |
Dr.M H Balasubrahmanya |
Professor, Dept. of Management, IISc |
Member |
|
6 |
Ms.Nisha Millet |
Founder, Nisha Millet Swimming Academy |
Member |
|
7 |
Shri.T R Parusuraman |
Deputy Managing Director - Toyota Industries Engine India Pvt. Ltd. |
Member (Industry representative) |
|
8 |
Shri B. Seshnath |
CEO & MD Walvoil Fluid Power India Pvt. Ltd., Bengaluru |
Member |
|
9 |
President |
President-Ex Officio, Peenya Industries Association |
Member |
|
10 |
Dr.Pradeep V |
Director – Marketing Analytics, Hewlett Packard Enterprise |
Member |
|
11 |
Shri Samartha Raghava |
Chief Strategist -Ramaiah Evolute |
Member |
|
12 |
Shri Nilesh Iyer |
CEO, Natixis Global Services India |
Member |
|
13 |
Dr. Manasa Nagabhushanam |
Director (Academics, Research & Administration) MSRIM |
Member Secretary |
|
14 |
Dr. Savitha Rani Ramachandran |
Registrar Evaluation |
Member (Invitee) |
|
15 |
Dr. Triveni P. |
Associate Professor-Faculty Representative, MSRIM |
Member |
The Registrar (Evaluation) and Head of Corporate Relations and Placements are permanent invitees for the Board meetings.
Academic Council Members
| Sl.No | Name | Designation | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Parswanath H V | Chief Executive (E & GS), GEF | Honorable Member |
| 2 | Dr. Karisiddappa | Chief Academic Advisor (E & GS), GEF | Member |
| 3 | Shri G. Ramachandra | Chief of Finance, RIM | Honorable Member |
| 4 | Dr. Manasa Nagabhushanam | Director – Academics, Research & Administration | Chairperson |
| 5 | Dr. Harold Patrick | OB & HR Professor and Dean – Academics, Jain (Deemed-to-be University), CMS Business School | Member |
| 6 | Dr. V Rajesh Kumar | Professor – Finance & Accounting ,Founder and Managing Director, Vittam Pravina Gurushala | Member |
| 7 | Dr. M. Jayadev | Professor, Finance & Accounting at IIM, Bangalore | Member |
| 8 | Dr. Anjula Gurtoo | Professor, Public Policy at Department of Management Studies, IISc | Member |
| 9 | Dr. R Nargundkar | Director, NMIMS, Bangalore | Member |
| 10 | Dr. G P Sudhakar | Honorary Professor Center for Educational and Social Studies | Member |
| 11 | Dr. Pradeep Kumar V | Director, Hewlett Packard Enterprise | Member |
| 12 | Dr. Hema Doreswamy | Professor, Welingkar Institute of Management, Bangalore | Member |
| 13 | Mr. Ekanthalingam | Alumni Batch 2002-2004 | Member |
| 14 | Mr. Divyansh Tripati | Batch 2019-21 | Member |
| 15 | Dr. P. Bhanumathi | Program Head | Member |
| 16 | Dr. Triveni P | HOD – Finance & BFSI | Member – Secretary |
| 17 | Dr. Savitha Rani Ramachandran | Registrar Evaluation | Member |
Industry Council Members
| Sl.No | Name | Designation | Role |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Parswanath H V | Chief Executive (E & GS), GEF | Honorable Member |
| 2 | Dr. Karisiddappa | Chief Academic Advisor (E & GS), GEF | Member |
| 3 | Shri G. Ramachandra | Chief of Finance, RIM | Honorable Member |
| 4 | Dr. Manasa Nagabhushanam | Director – Academics, Research & Administration | Chairperson |
| 5 | Mr. Raghu Viswanath | Founder & Managing Director, Vertebrand Management Consulting Pvt.Ltd, Bangalore | Member |
| 6 | Mr. Ravi Tennety | Chief Executive Officer, Quess Corp Training and Skilling Division, Bangalore | Member |
| 7 | Mr. Muralidhar Ponnaluri | Chief Executive Officer, ERA Foundation, Bangalore | Member |
| 8 | Mr. Suraj Chettri | Head of Human Resources, Airbus, Bangalore | Member |
| 9 | Mr. Ashok Pamidi | Chief Executive Officer, NASSCOM Foundation, Bangalore | Member |
| 10 | Mr. Narain Deep | Deputy Director, CII Group, Bangalore | Member |
| 11 | Mr. Samartha Raghava | Co-founder & Co-CEO, Cubera International Inc., Bangalore | Member |
| 12 | Mr. K.B. Nagaraju | Co-founder Big-basket, Bangalore | Member |
| 13 | Dr. Avnish Kshatriya | Global Head & Principal Consultant, Transformation & Advisory Office (TAO) @ CDO/CIO Function, Wipro Limited, Bengaluru | Member |
| 14 | Mr. Kuldeep Purohit | Alumni – Batch 2011 – 13 & Co-founder Royal Brothers, Bangalore | Member |
| 15 | Dr. V. Padmaja | HOD – HRM | Member – Secretary |
| 16 | Dr. Triveni P | HOD – Finance & BFSI | Member |
| 17 | Prof. Anupama Shah | Assistant Professor | Member |
| 18 | Prof. Sanjay Chari | Professor | Member |
Profile of Dr. P. N. Razdan
Dr. Pushpati Nath Razdan was born at Srinagar , got his M. Sc degree from University of Kashmir in 1971 and PhD degree from University of Roorkee in 1975. He was appointed as Assistant Professor at H.P. Agriculture University Solan. Dr. Razdan joined Geological Survey of India in 1983.He was appointed as Dy. Director General (Geochemistry) in Feb.2005 and Sr. Dy. Director General in Feb 2008. As Deputy Director General and HOD NR, GSI, Ministry of Mines, GOI, for more than three years, he looked after all the geoscientific activities of Northern Region.
During his 21 years of service in GSI, his field of specialization has been Analytical Geochemistry and has worked at BRGM France on Inductively Coupled Plasma. Preparation of In-house SRM’s in GSI was taken up under his Supervision. He was National Coordinator for NGCM Programme for chemical analysis and Chairman of IGCP- 470 and 506. He has been member of number of subcommittees for the preparation of draft documents for various standards in BIS.
Dr. Razdan joined All India Council for Technical Education as Adviser-I in April 2001. He looked after various Bureaus, before joining as Advisor Quality Assurance (QA) and Member Secretary (NBA). As Member Secretary of NBA, he was responsible for Awareness of accreditation throughout the country. Application for membership of Washington accord was submitted by Dr. Razdan at New Zeeland in 2004. Nominated as member of General Council & Executive committee of National Board of Accreditation
Dr. P. N. Razdan has published many research papers in various Journals of International repute. He was awarded H. K. Sen. Memorial Medal in 2006 by Institution of Chemist. He was nominated as member of “High Power Committee on GSI” constituted by GOI. Ministry of Human Resource had appointed him as chairman of a Review Committee for evaluating the Ministry’s Schemes of Sub-Mission on Polytechnics.
Dr. Razdan was Pro Vice Chancellor of KIIT University Bhubaneswar for about 2 Years.
Dr P. N. Razdan joining Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth Pune as Vice-Chancellor in 2010 and relinquished his assignment on 31th Dec 2018. He was responsible for leading, directing, and managing day-to-day academic and administrative operations of DPU along with providing strategic planning and leadership to the Vidyapeeth. He ensured that highest standards of academic quality are achieves to fullest possible extent. His contribution as Vice-Chancellor of DPU can be viewed by the academic accolades achieved by Dr D.Y..Patil Vidyapeeth Pune during his tenure of last eight & half years
Dr Pushpati Nath Razdan has joined Gokula Education Foundation, Bangalore as Principal Advisor, Quality Assurance and Excellence cell in January 2019 to look after total quality management of the institutions for national and international visibility, through accreditation, rating and ranking.
“Quality Assurance and Excellence Cell (QAEC) has been established to create quality culture in various institutes of Ramaiah, in order to enhance the academic ambience in the whole group. The core responsibility of the cell is pre-accreditation exercise and to develop a system for conscious, consistent and catalytic improvement in the overall performance of the institution at all levels and provides a sound basis for necessary quality changes to build an organized methodology of documentation”.
IQAC Team
A core team is formed with the following members:
- Dr. Manasa Nagabhushanam – Chairperson
- Dr. Savitha Rani Ramachandran – Co-Chairperson
- Dr. Varadarajan Palaniswamy – IQAC Head
- Prof. Mallieswari. R – Co-ordinator
- Dr. Gururaj B Urs – Co-ordinator
- Dr Bhanumathi – Academic Head
- Prof. Megha. B – Member
- Ms. Shashin Singh – Member
- Mr. Shivaprakash G E – Member
- Mrs. Savitha V – Member
Accreditation and Recognition
Approved by AICTE (All India Council for Technical Education, New Delhi)
(Post Graduate Diploma in Management)
(Post Graduate Diploma in Management)
(Equivalence of Post Graduate Diploma in Management degree to Master of Business Administration degree)
We are delighted to share that Ramaiah Institute of Management is awarded an overall rating – DIAMOND by QS i-Gauge. RIM has secured PLATINUM rating for the categories of Teaching & Learning, Faculty Quality, Employability & Governance.
Awards & Accolades
