MBA Faculty

Welcome to the MBA program at S B Patil Institute of Management, a Savitribai Phule Pune University-affiliated institute. I am pleased to have the opportunity to work with you this semester as we explore key concepts, theories, and contemporary issues in these dynamic fields. 

My goal is to create an engaging and interactive learning environment that promotes intellectual curiosity, analytical thinking, and practical problem-solving skills. I encourage you to actively participate in class discussions, ask questions, and connect course concepts with current business and economic developments.

I look forward to a productive and rewarding semester with all of you. 

Best wishes for a successful academic journey.  

The Managerial Economics (Course Code: 504 GC - 04, Mandatory, 3 Credits) course will help you develop a deeper understanding of economic principles, market structures, public policy, the business cycle, national income, and the factors that influence decision-making at individual, business, and societal levels. 

You will be encouraged to think critically, analyze data, and apply economic reasoning to real-world situations. In today's complex and competitive business environment, managers are required to make informed decisions regarding pricing, production, investment, resource allocation, market entry, inflation, unemployment, fiscal policy, monetary policy, economic growth, and strategic planning. 

Managerial Economics provides a systematic framework for making such decisions efficiently and effectively. 

The Basics of Marketing course (Course Code: 502 GC-02, Mandatory, 3 Credits) introduces MBA students to the fundamental concepts, principles, and practices of modern marketing. The course focuses on understanding customer needs, creating value, developing effective marketing strategies, and building strong customer relationships in a dynamic business environment.

Students gain insights into market segmentation, targeting, positioning, consumer behavior, product and brand management, pricing strategies, distribution channels, and promotional techniques. Through case studies, discussions, and practical applications, the course develops analytical and strategic thinking skills essential for effective marketing decision-making.

The course provides a strong foundation for advanced studies in marketing and prepares students to address real-world business challenges in competitive markets. 

The Start-Up and New Venture Development (Course Code: 506GC-06, Mandatory, 3 Credits) introduces the fundamentals of entrepreneurship and venture creation. The course explores opportunity identification, business planning, innovation, financing, risk management, and growth strategies. 

Through practical examples and case studies, you will learn how successful start-ups are conceptualized, launched, and managed in today's dynamic business environment.  

The Digital Business (Course Code: 509 GE-01, Elective, 2 Credits)focuses on how digital technologies are transforming organizations, industries, and markets. The course will cover digital business models, e-commerce, digital marketing, data-driven decision-making, emerging technologies, and the challenges and opportunities of the digital economy. 

You will gain insights into how businesses leverage technology to create value and achieve competitive advantage.