IIM Mumbai Launches First Undergraduate Program in Digital Science and Business Management
IIM Mumbai launches first undergraduate programme
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The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Mumbai has introduced its inaugural undergraduate program in Digital Science and Business Management, set to begin in the upcoming academic year with an intake of 70 students. This initiative aligns with the growing demand for professionals skilled in technology and management.
- 01IIM Mumbai's first undergraduate program will focus on Digital Science and Business Management.
- 02The program will accept 70 students, with admissions based on JEE Main scores and personal interviews.
- 03Curriculum includes emerging technologies like AI, machine learning, and data science alongside core management subjects.
- 04Annual fees are projected to be between ₹6 lakh and ₹7 lakh (approximately $7,200 to $8,400 USD).
- 05Plans for a satellite campus in Pune are being discussed, though current focus remains on the Mumbai campus.
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IIM Mumbai has announced the launch of its first undergraduate program, a four-year course in Digital Science and Business Management, beginning in the next academic year. The program will enroll 70 students and aims to address the increasing need for professionals adept in both technology and management. Admissions will be based on JEE Main scores (70% weightage) and personal interviews (30% weightage). The curriculum will cover topics such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data science, alongside traditional management subjects like operations and finance. The annual fee is expected to range from ₹6 lakh to ₹7 lakh (approximately $7,200 to $8,400 USD). During its first convocation, IIM Mumbai awarded degrees to 505 students across various programs, marking a significant milestone since its rebranding from the National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE) three years ago. The director, Manoj Tiwari, emphasized the importance of integrating digital science with business skills to prepare students for the evolving job market. Furthermore, discussions are ongoing regarding the establishment of a satellite campus in Pune, although the immediate focus remains on enhancing infrastructure at the Mumbai campus.
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The introduction of this program will create new educational opportunities for students in Mumbai, aligning with industry demands for digital skills.
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