Department of Humanities and Management

Overview

The Department of Humanities & Management at Manipal Institute of Technology was established in May 2009. The department has two disciplines: Humanities and Management. The ‘Humanities Department’ delivers language and communication skills and the ‘Management Department’ delivers courses on management. The department offers one UG, one PG and one Integrated Program.

Department Vision and Mission:

Vision

“Excellence in Management education through Research, Innovation & Team work”

Mission

·      To educate the students in the fields of engineering management and humanities through holistic teaching-learning processes

·      To prepare the students to face the societal challenges and meet the needs of the stakeholders.

Department Areas of Expertise

·      Innovation Management

·      Knowledge Management and Technology Management

·      Sustainable Waste Management  

Specialized Labs

MODELING & SIMULATION AND LANGUAGE LAB

This lab caters to both UG, PG and PhD students of MIT. The lab facilities can be classified into two categories – English Language Development and Data Analysis, Modeling & Simulation. The English language lab, through the specialized software available, enables UG students to develop their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills in the English language. Additionally, the lab also has software for data analysis, modeling & simulation helping UG, PG and Ph.D. students to conduct various data analyses related to their academics, research, and project work. The following software are available in the lab:

·      Vensim DSS

·      IBM SPSS AMOS – 22.0

·      IBM SPSS Statistics -25.0

·      SmartPLS V4.0

·      Tally ERP 9 Gold

Placement Details

The department in coordination with the institute placement cell provides assistance in internships and final placements. Our students have been placed in leading domestic and leading MNC's. Cerner Corporation, Continental Group and many other companies regularly visit our campus for internship recruitment and final placement.

B.Tech. in Computer Science and Financial Technology: The Department of Humanities and Management offers an Undergraduate Program B.Tech. in Computer Science and Financial Technology, the first of its kind AICTE approved program in India. This program commenced from July 2023, and is offered by the Department of Humanities and Management jointly with the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), and, the Department of Mathematics, MIT, Manipal.

FIS Global Business Solutions India Private Limited, an Indian Corporation and a subsidiary of Fidelity National Information Services, Inc., USA (a Fortune 500 company) has collaborated with this program in the designing of the courses and the handling the classroom sessions at MIT, Manipal.

Graduates of this program will emerge with a deep theoretical knowledge and a strong practical training in Computer Science, Financial Technology and Mathematical related aspects and is the most pursued course in the institute.

M.Tech. in Engineering Management: The Department of Humanities and Management is offering a Postgraduate Program M.Tech. in Engineering Management. The Department of Mechanical Engineering has been offering this program since the year 1988 and is one of the oldest MTech programs in the institute. The Department of Humanities and Management is offering this program since the year 2009.

This program is one of the most preferred courses by students from different streams of engineering, who wish to take up leadership/managerial roles. The course offers a blend of advanced engineering concepts along with management theories and practices. Students are provided with hands-on training with the help of state-of-the-art labs with necessary software, exposed to the industry practices and are prepared to become future managers.

Integrated M.Tech. Program in Entrepreneurship: The Department of Humanities and Management offers a five-year integrated Dual Degree at MIT Manipal. This program is available to any student at MIT Manipal, B.Tech. (from Parent Department) and M.Tech. (Entrepreneurship), which is a five-year program.

The Department of Humanities and Management at MIT Manipal is a hub for vibrant research in the areas such as marketing, human resource management, operations, innovation, entrepreneurship, cultural and linguistic studies. Faculty and students are actively involved in research initiatives that explore consumer behaviors, market trends, and digital marketing strategies. Innovation and entrepreneurship are also significant focal areas, where new ideas are encouraged, and prospective entrepreneurs are provided with the necessary tools and information they need for converting their ideas to business. This collaborative and forward-thinking research environment generates a culture of growth and impact, which benefits both academia and industry.

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List of Ph.D. Supervisor / Co-Supervisor

These lecture series are set to delve into the realms of Research, Fintech, and Entrepreneurship, offering a unique platform for knowledge exchange and professional enrichment. Read on as we explore the multifaceted landscape of humanities and management, bridging theoretical insights with practical implications in the ever-evolving spheres of research, financial technology (Fintech), and entrepreneurship. As you read, be prepared to embark on a journey of intellectual discovery, where seasoned experts and thought leaders will share their expertise, fostering a vibrant learning environment for all participants.

Research Workshop Series

• Art of Crafting Academic Writing by Prof. H. Raghav Rao
• Academic Writing and Publications by Prof. Regina J. Hoffmann
• Making Effective Oral Presentation by Prof. Regina J. Hoffmann
• Academic Writing & Publication by Prof. Regina J. Hoffmann
  

Fintech Lecture Series

• Fintech Lecture Series by Mr. Mohammad Belgami

Faculty Development Program (FDP)

• Enhancing Teaching through Open Educational Resources by  Dr. Murugan Pattusamy

The department newsletter is titled "Between the Lines". It is released every 6 months. The Chief Editor is Dr Yogesh Pai P. , Professor and Head of Humanities and Management. The newsletter is divided into various sections and captures department news, faculty and students achievements, articles on management and literature. Creative writing and poetry by faculty is also included.

November 2022 - Vol. 1. Issue 1

May 2023 - Vol. 2. Issue 1

November 2023 - Vol. 2. Issue 2