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Department of Management Studies

Department of Management Studies, BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus

Campus
Dubai Campus
Department Contact Details
Contact Name
Dr. Sartaj Rasool Rather
Designation
Department of Management Studies
Phone
+971 589233402
Fax
Email
sartajrasool@dubai.bits-pilani.ac.in
Address
BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus
Dubai International Academic City
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Department E-mail

Department Summary

The Department of Management Studies at BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus serves a unique purpose by preparing students for a career in the various areas of business and management. The department has created an environment where the teaching is complemented with academic research, business case studies and project-based learning. In an effort to cater to the present-day industry requirements, the curriculum is designed to train the students and professionals for various areas such as banking & finance, business analytics, HR, supply chain, digital marketing, etc. The Department offers following programmes:

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Honours:

The Department offers a comprehensive four-year Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) Honours programme. The programme is divided into seven semesters of coursework and one full semester dedicated to an internship (Practice School-II).   A student also has an option to do a thesis in case he/she does not opt for Practic School. Prior to Practice School II, all students are required to complete a two month summer-term internship (Practice School-I) at the end of their second year.

This programme is carefully curated and aims to develop fundamental knowledge, skills, and analytical tools essential for becoming efficient and responsible business managers, and ultimately, leaders in the global economy. It focuses on providing knowledge and developing competencies in the emerging areas of business management including business analytics and data driven decision making, financial analytics, digital transformation, and business management in a digitized economy.

The structure of our BBA (Hons) programme provides students with the flexibility to choose courses from various management domains as discipline electives, allowing them to create and customize their own specializations aligned with their specific interests. Furthermore, students can select five courses under the ‘Open Electives’ category from any field of knowledge, including engineering, data science, science, or any branch of social sciences and arts. For more details, please follow the link: Click Here

At the Master’s level, the Department offers two distinct programmes in the area of Management:

i) Master of Business Administration (MBA)

ii) MBA in Business Analytics

Both these programmes are of two-year duration and are designed to meet the needs and requirements of fresh graduates and the working professionals from diverse educational and professional backgrounds. The MBA program gives students exposure to different domains of management such as, marketing, finance, human resource management, information systems and analytics, operations and supply chain management. The MBA in Business Analytics is designed to develop among students the necessary skills and problem-solving aptitude involved in the process of data-driven decision making in the area of business and management. With a robust business analytics curriculum, embedded with a strong and unique industrial component, and through various innovative pedagogies, the Institute aims to deliver these cutting-edge programmes in a dynamic and flexible learning environment.

At the Doctoral level, the Department of Management Studies offers a PhD Programme in various disciplines which include Management, Finance & Accounting, Economics, Human Resource Management, Marketing, Operations Management etc.

Short-term Certificate Programmes: The Department also offers short-term Certificate Programmes in the different areas of Management such as: Digital Marketing and Financial Analytics.

For your reference the link for our Department page is given below:

https://www.bits-pilani.ac.in/dubai/management-studies/#scholar-updates

The Department of Management Studies at BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus, assists students in developing the knowledge and skills essential for success in the corporate world. The department provides a combination of theory, research, and real-world case studies to provide students with a complete learning experience.

Our course is mapped to meet the demands of industries today. We emphasize interactive learning practices such as projects and collaboration, so that students learn through experience. This makes them realize how business concepts function in the real world.

Students have various specializations to choose from, including banking and finance, business analytics, human resources, supply chain management, and digital marketing. Such specializations equip them to be future-ready for the rapidly evolving global economy.

Message from Head of Department (HOD)

Welcome to the Department of Management Studies at BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus. Our goal is to prepare students for leadership roles in business and management through a strong, practical, and research-based education.

We educate our students on critical thinking, problem-solving, and implementing business concepts into real-life applications. Our courses suit students interested in pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree as a stepping stone to a successful business career.

We are dedicated to developing professionals who possess the ability to lead and develop in today's dynamic globalized business environment. Our staff is devoted to helping students achieve their aspirations.

Department Responsibilities

The department develops and offers contemporary academic courses in business and management. These courses are practical, innovative, and responsive to the needs of the industry.

We emphasize project-based learning, assisting students in developing real-world experience via internships and thesis projects. These exercises provide learners with experiential knowledge and equip them for employment.

Our faculty also advises students in selecting electives and designing personalized learning pathways that align with their career aspirations. We also collaborate closely with industry and academic partners to ensure our curriculum remains current.
 

Research & Innovation

Preferred Research Areas

Our department concentrates on a number of significant areas in business research. These are business analytics, financial analytics, and how digital transformations are transforming businesses today.

We also examine human resource management, supply chain effectiveness, operations, and marketing behavior. These fields enable companies to make informed decisions based on data and research.

Through research in areas such as management economics and digitalization, we hope to enhance the way businesses operate and deliver for their customers in an ever-changing world.
Our research involves looking at the ways in which companies utilize data to improve their decision-making. This makes companies more efficient and effective in their operations.

We are also developing financial models to see how digital technology impacts international companies. Another project involves looking at the impact of digital marketing strategies on consumers' behavior and choice.

Some of our research also examines how supply chains can be optimized through data analysis. These are guided by faculty members and research scholars with industry exposure.

Ongoing Research Projects


The Department of Management Studies, BITS Pilani, Dubai Campus engages in research aimed at solving existing business issues. One of the key areas of research includes how companies can make informed decisions using data. This research delves into tools and methods that assist companies in interpreting data and enhancing their decision-making.

Another ongoing research study examines how financial systems are evolving to keep up with the digital environment. This involves researching financial models that are effective in global markets where technology is revolutionizing business operations. We are also studying the impact of digital marketing on customer behavior, interaction with brands, and purchasing decisions.

Moreover, the department is engaged in enhancing supply chain efficiency through data analytics. This entails finding vulnerable points in supply chains and providing recommendations on how to make them quicker and more trustworthy. These are accomplished by faculty members and research scholars together with industries, so that the results are practical in actual situations.

Research Scholars

Our department has a heterogeneous team of PhD scholars engaged in working on various business-related areas. They include topics such as finance, marketing, operations, and human resources.

Our researchers are from diverse backgrounds, and this introduces rich variations in ideas and points of view. They collaborate extensively with faculty members on academic and industry research.

The research they undertake not only contributes to academic development but also provides solutions to actual business problems. This guarantees that our work is of practical relevance.
 

Patents & Innovations

Innovation is a central aspect of what we do. Our department encourages new thinking and research that translates into useful innovations in the way companies are managed.

Some of the projects have resulted in innovations and patents in the areas of digital marketing, financial analysis, and business operations. These are usually conducted in collaboration with students and industry.

By promoting innovation and research, we strive to develop business solutions that make a tangible difference to the sector.

Publications & Journals

The department promotes quality research and writing. Our academics and researchers publish articles in reputed journals in the fields of management, economics, finance, and marketing.

We keep contributing to national and global conferences. This assists us in disseminating our ideas and gaining knowledge from professionals globally.

Through these publications, we add to the international dialogue on business and management and make our work known to top academic communities.
 

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