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Overview

The School of Management at CMR University is recognised for its commitment to global standards in business and management education. It offers a robust portfolio of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes tailored to meet the evolving needs of dynamic industries. With a curriculum grounded in experiential learning, industry immersion, and international exposure, the School prepares students to become competent, ethical leaders equipped to make a global impact.

Each of our three campuses in Bengaluru is equipped with smart classrooms, dedicated residential facilities, and vibrant recreational spaces. These environments cultivate a holistic learning experience that extends beyond academic theory, nurturing critical thinking, creativity, and responsible business practices.

More than just an academic institution, the School of Management is a launchpad for future changemakers. We foster a culture of innovation and collaboration, underpinned by our strong focus on teaching excellence, applied research, and lifelong learning.

Vision

Fostering creativity, critical thinking, and sustainable development for future business leaders.

Mission

To create sustainable leaders with critical thinking and problem-solving abilities for sustainable development.

Join us to gain the skills to manage, strategize, and achieve your goals!

Academic Programmes

School of Management

B.B.A

  • 55,000/- Per semester
  • Undergraduate
  • 3 years
  • HRBR, OMBR & Lakeside
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School of Management

B.B.A | Digital Marketing (DM)

  • 57,500/- Per semester
  • Undergraduate
  • 3 years
  • HRBR
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School of Management

B.B.A | BA (Business Analytics)

  • 57,500/- Per semester
  • Undergraduate
  • 3 years
  • HRBR
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School of Management

B.B.A | Fintech

  • 57,500/- Per semester
  • Undergraduate
  • 3 years
  • OMBR & Lakeside
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School of Management

B.B.A | Data Science

  • 57,500/- Per semester
  • Undergraduate
  • 3 years
  • OMBR & HRBR
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School of Management

B.B.A | Logistics & SCM

  • 57,500/- Per semester
  • Undergraduate
  • 3 years
  • OMBR
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School of Management

MBA | with Dual Specialisation

  • Rs.1,75,000/- Per semester
  • Postgraduate
  • 2 years
  • Lakeside, OMBR & HRBR
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School of Management

B.B.A | Tourism & Hospitality Management

  • 55,500/- Per semester
  • Undergraduate
  • 3 years
  • HRBR
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School of Management

MBA | Technology Management

  • Rs.1,75,000/- Per semester
  • Postgraduate
  • 2 years
  • HRBR
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School of Management

MBA | Business Analytics & Business Intelligence| BA & BI

  • Rs.1,75,000/- Per semester
  • Postgraduate
  • 2 years
  • HRBR
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School of Management

E-MBA | Product Leadership

  • 2 years
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Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the School of Management will:

  • Demonstrate deep knowledge of core business functions and apply them across domains.
  • Critically analyse complex business problems using strategic and systems thinking.
  • Incorporate sustainability, ethics, and social impact into business decision-making.
  • Develop and apply business models to design real-world, sustainable solutions.

Career Opportunities

Students are immersed in real-world applications through community service projects, summer internships, capstone projects, and live consultancy assignments. These opportunities, combined with leadership and communication training, ensure graduates are prepared for diverse roles across corporate, entrepreneurial, and research-based career paths.

Industry Affiliations / Collaborations

  • IBM

    (SPSS Software)

  • IIFL

  • Institute of Product Leadership

    (IPL)

These partnerships bring industry experts into the classroom, facilitate live projects, and offer cutting-edge skill-building modules.

Career Preparation and Mentorship

The Department of Common Core Curriculum (DCCC) delivers career training modules embedded within the curriculum. In addition, pre-placement workshops, soft skills training, and mock interviews are offered through the Training and Placement Cell. This comprehensive support ensures students are industry-ready and confident to enter the corporate world.

Student Support Spaces

Students benefit from specialised spaces designed to promote hands-on learning, personal development, and interdisciplinary collaboration:

  • Smart Classrooms: Fully digital and ergonomically designed for interactive learning.
  • Business Lab: Offers access to Tableau, SPSS, R, and Python for business analytics and simulations.
  • Communication Lab: Enhances presentation, public speaking, and business writing skills.
  • Industry Incubation Cell: Provides support for entrepreneurship, including startup mentoring, pitch competitions, and live projects.
  • Research Centres: Drive innovation in sustainability, entrepreneurship, and analytics through student-led inquiry and faculty mentorship.
  • Library: A hybrid knowledge space with 24/7 access to books, journals, databases, and collaborative learning areas.
  • Canteen: Located on the fifth floor with scenic views, it serves as a lively social hub offering clean, diverse, and affordable meals.

 

Centres of Excellence

The Centres of Excellence of CMRU School of Management focus on integrating the best of management knowledge, concepts and insights to the real-world scenario and contemporary practices in the industry.

In this regard, the CMRU School of Management has established the following Centres of Excellence.

  • Centre for Marketing Insights
  • Centre for HR Excellence
  • Centre for Logistics & SCM
  • Centre for Business Analytics
  • Centre for Innovation & Entrepreneurship

 

The School of Management campuses feature state-of-the-art infrastructure, fostering a future-forward business education environment. Facilities include:

  • Digitally equipped classrooms and AV-enabled learning spaces
  • Campus-wide secured internet connectivity
  • Fully resourced digital and physical libraries
  • Business simulation labs and communication studios
  • Incubation spaces supporting entrepreneurship and innovation
  • Student lounges, breakout zones, and scenic rooftop canteens

Placement Highlights

Building Career-Ready Management Professionals

The School of Management (SOM) has a strong track record of placements for its MBA and BBA programs, driven by industry-aligned curriculum, experiential learning, and structured career development support. The placement outcomes reflect SOM’s focus on employability, leadership skills, and corporate readiness.  The current placement landscape reflects engagement with recruiters across diverse sectors including banking and finance, marketing and sales, human resources, IT/analytics, logistics, and EdTech

MBA Placement Overview

  • Total MBA Students : 353
  • Students Placed: 342
  • Placement Percentage: 97.1 %

Key Roles Offered

  • Business Analyst
  • Management Trainee
  • Marketing & Sales executive
  • Financial Analyst
  • HR Executive / Talent Partner
  • Operations & Supply Chain Executive
  • Consulting & Strategy Support Roles

BBA Placement Overview

  • Total BBA Students  307
  • Students Placed: 257
  • Placement Percentage: 83.7%

Key Entry-Level Roles Offered

  • Management Trainee
  • Business Development Executive
  • Digital Marketing Executive
  • Operations Coordinator
  • Customer Success Associate

Why do companies recruit from SOM?

  • Industry-integrated curriculum
  • Skill-based training (Aptitude, Soft Skills, Domain Skills)
  • Internship & live project exposure
  • Dedicated placement cell & corporate partnerships
  • Multi-campus recruiter access

HRBR Campus Student Club

Research Club

House of Talents

InfoWe Club

Bizzy Heights

E-Gaming

Theatre Club

Phenomenon Club

Fashion Club

Resonance Club

Fitness Club

Lakeside Campus Student Club

InfoWe Club

OMBR Campus Student Club

Research Club

House of Talents

InfoWe Club

Bizzy Heights

E-Gaming

Theatre Club

Phenomenon Club

Fashion Club

Resonance Club

Fitness Club

Idea Factory Art & Photography Club

These clubs encourage students to explore interests beyond the classroom, develop soft skills, and lead diverse, student-driven initiatives.

Message from the Director

Dr Purna Prasad Arcot
Professor & Director, School of Management, Lakeside Campus

Welcome to the School of Management at the serene Lakeside Campus of CMR University, where the pursuit of knowledge converges with the beauty of nature. Here, we nurture future leaders, entrepreneurs, and researchers equipped to shape business and society.

Our BBA programme is more than an academic foundation; it is a transformative experience that fosters business acumen, critical thinking, and entrepreneurial drive. With internships, global exposure, and immersive learning, students graduate ready to face industry demands.

Our MBA programme is designed to develop agile, ethical, and strategic leaders through a curriculum enriched with cutting-edge industry projects, case studies, and specialisations in emerging domains.

Our Ph.D. programme invites scholars to pursue impactful research in a collaborative, intellectually stimulating environment. Supported by renowned faculty, our research community drives innovation in sustainability, management, and social impact.

We believe in holistic education—academic excellence supported by state-of-the-art infrastructure, extracurricular engagement, and a strong industry network. We are committed to fostering innovation, ethical leadership, and social responsibility.

We welcome you to CMRU’s School of Management, where potential meets purpose, and learning transforms into leadership.

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Dr Rajat Gera
Professor & Director, School of Management, OMBR Campus

It gives me great pride to lead the School of Management at our OMBR campus—a place where innovation, academic rigour, and ethical leadership converge.

Rooted in the ideals laid down at CMRIMA, we continue to uphold a vision of interdisciplinary learning, impact-driven research, and global outlook. We are committed to creating professionals who are not only competent but also socially responsible.

With our focus on experiential learning, dual-degree options, and global collaborations, we prepare students to thrive in a complex, evolving business landscape. We invite all stakeholders to join us on this path of transformation.

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Testimonials

I am very happy to be a student of CMRU and i thank whole heartedly my placement department and in particular Gopalkrishna Sir for placeing me in Oracle India which is a dream come true.

Vinutha.S - MBA (OMBR Campus)

Oracle

I m Prajwal Patwari from MBA batch of 2021-2023 I got placed in Karnataka bank ltd as marketing officer with CTC of 12 lpa . i would like to thank placement cell of our university for providing this opportunity to become part of one of prestigious banks of India. Preplacement training programmes and continuous follow up with students till the end of the process really helped me to crack the interview and written tests and also would like to express my gratitude to my faculties and management of CMR university for their continuous support throughout this journey which helped me In achieving both professional and personal goals. Proud to be a student of CMR university.

Prajwal Patwari

Karnataka Bank ltd.

I am truly grateful to the CMRU Placement Cell for their constant support and efforts in making the placement process smooth and effective. I especially appreciate the various initiatives like, the resume workshops, aptitude sessions, group discussion, organising strategies for self-management classes, career essentials trainings and career grooming programs. I’m delighted to share that I have been placed at ANZ Company, and this would not have been possible without the guidance and encouragement provided by the placement team. Thank you for creating such a valuable opportunity and helping students in building their career by helping us to take a confident step into our professional lives. Finally, I would like to extend my sincere gratitude to all my faculty members and the placement cell.

NIKITHA R

Bachelor of Business Administration (2022-2025) CMRU

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Publications/Journals

Faculty at the School of Management, CMR University actively contribute to academic research through publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at reputed national and international conferences. Their research ranges across diverse domains including management practices, leadership, sustainability, finance, economics, organisational behaviour, and emerging business trends.

These scholarly efforts reflect a strong research-driven culture within the school, where faculty integrate inquiry with teaching to bring contemporary perspectives into the classroom. Through continuous research engagement, SOM strengthens knowledge creation, encourages critical thinking, and contributes insights that remain relevant to both academia and industry.

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