AV College of Arts,Science & Commerce
Affiliated To Osmania University
NAAC Reaccredited with 'A' Grade
Domalguda, Hyderabad -500 029

Department of Business Management

      The Department of Business Management has always been in the forefront exhibiting excellence in Academic & Co-curricular activities right from the inception of the MBA Programme in 1991. The Department takes pride in its ability to adapt to the ever changing business environment. It has earned a reputation for producing managers groomed to take up the challenges of the dynamic world of business.

      The curriculum designed by Osmania University is at par with that of premiere B- Schools in India, providing a good blend of theory and practice. The students are offered dual specialization in various functional disciplines and exposed to the dynamics of the corporate world through guest lectures, seminars, case studies and workshops apart from their academic schedule. A healthy emphasis is given to work experience & industry exposure, which help them meet emerging needs of the Industry. It is a constant endeavor of the Faculty to give inputs to the student which are designed to bridge the gap between what the recruiters look for and what B- Schools provide. Our MBAs undergo rigorous pedagogy, case methodology, guest lectures by Industry executives, group discussions, etc. to inculcate effective delivery and practically oriented skills in them. These activates are designed to equip future managers to meet the challenges of the changing global business environment. We constantly endeavor to channelize the institutional resources to help bring out the individuals innate qualities and instill in them a passion of lifelong learning. In recent surveys the M.B.A program has been ranked in the top 20 institutions in the state.

      There are two objectives in following any practice in MBA Department: Staff Development & Student Improvement.

      Faculty members are encouraged to attend & participate in Seminars, Workshops, Conferences, Refresher Courses etc. conducted both in India & abroad, to equip them with the latest developments in their respective subject areas, thereby encouraging research practices & long term development of faculty members. Management encourages faculty members to take up higher studies like M.Phil & Ph.D Degrees. A lot of academic freedom is also provided.

      Student development is undertaken through Orientation Programs, Mentorship Schemes, Alumni Meets, Saturday Activities, Workshops, Elocution, Essay Writing, Industrial visits, Quiz Competitions, Student Seminars etc. Students are also encouraged to take part in games, sports, singing and dancing etc.

AVIRBHAV: A Management Club AVIRBHAV that aptly means Genesis has been formed by our students. This body aims at providing a forum for the management students to interact with the corporate people & an opportunity to compare themselves with their peers in other colleges. The program hosts various contests including formal events like Young Manager Contest, Business Plan and Paper Presentation, Business Quiz, Group Discussions, Case Analysis, and presentations. The informal events include Role Play, Mock Press, Quizzes, Dance and Music competitions, etc.

Saturday Activities: Saturdays are dedicated to “Self- development Programmes” conducted by the students. The activities carried out range from conducting Seminars, Group Discussions, Guest Lectures by executives from major corporates, Quizzes; Presentations on wide ranging subjects are conducted for students to gain hands-on experience on the various aspects of management.

Orientation Program: The first year students have to undergo an orientation program, where emphasis is placed on students skills assessment through presentations, case study reviews etc. The communication & analytical abilities of students are assessed by providing questionnaires measuring their locus of control, leadership abilities, emotional intelligence etc. The students are also exposed to corporate culture through formal & informal sessions with Alumni and Corporate practitioners.

Mentorship Program: The class room interaction is further enhanced through the mentoring provided by the Alumni through guidance & counseling for practical training & skill development of the students on a continuous basis. The alumni & their network of friends & colleagues are also utilized for providing projects/ internships / placements etc. to our students. The Alumni also help in institutional development through membership fees, sponsorships, donations etc. Faculty mentorship is also a necessary part of our college. Students are divided into

International Conference: International Conference on Disaster Management: Preparedness, Response & Rehabilitation was organized on 18th, 19th, 20th October, 2012 jointly with Institute of Asian Studies and O.U. College for Women. About 160 papers have been received and around 120 papers were presented in the conference. 300 delegates from India and abroad have participated in the conference. The Department proposes to organize International conference once in every two years.

Seminars and Guest Lectures: The Seminars and Guest Lectures are organized by the department on various topics wherein renowned speakers from the industry and academicians are invited to share their views on different topics. The students and academicians are invited to attend the seminars and lectures.

      Computer Lab: The Department provides well equipped computer lab with 2 Servers and 60 separate computer systems with Internet facility to fulfill the requirements of the Students. Students are also given access to free Wi – Fi facility in the campus.