Department of Professional Management Studies

Programmes Offered

Undergraduate Programmes

  • BBA - Aviation Management
  • BBA - Branding and Advertising
  • BBA - Business Analytics
  • BBA - Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
  • BBA - FinTech and Banking
  • BBA - International Business


The Department of Professional Management Studies at Kristu Jayanti (Deemed to be University) is dedicated to offering industry-oriented and domain-specific management education that bridges academic learning with real-world business practices. The department focuses on developing competent, ethical, and future-ready management professionals equipped to meet the dynamic demands of contemporary industries.

The department offers specialised undergraduate programmes in emerging and high-demand areas such as Aviation Management, Business Analytics, Retail Management, Branding and Advertising, Tourism and Hospitality Management, and International Business. These programmes integrate core management principles with sector-specific knowledge, practical exposure, and skill-based learning.

What sets the department apart is its strong industry relevance, experiential learning approach, and emphasis on employability. Students benefit from case-based learning, internships, industry interactions, certifications, and value-added courses that enhance professional competence. The curriculum is regularly updated to align with current industry trends, digital transformation, and global business practices.

Candidates should choose these programmes to gain specialised managerial expertise, practical exposure, and holistic development in a supportive academic environment. The department’s focus on innovation, professionalism, and ethical leadership makes it a strong choice for students aspiring to build successful careers in specialised management domains.

Department Highlights

  • Offers industry-oriented, domain-specific undergraduate programmes aligned with emerging management careers.
  • Programmes are designed in line with national higher education frameworks and institutional quality benchmarks.
  • Strong emphasis on experiential learning through internships, live projects, case studies, and simulations.
  • Experienced faculty team with expertise in management, analytics, marketing, tourism, aviation, and international business.
  • Faculty members actively engage in research, publications, conference presentations, and consultancy projects.
  • Continuous curriculum updates to ensure relevance to digital transformation and global business trends.
  • Regular organisation of national and international conferences, workshops, guest lectures, and industry conclaves.
  • Dedicated skill studios and labs for analytics, branding, retail simulations, and professional communication.
  • Active industry partnerships and MoUs supporting internships, certifications, and industry mentoring.
  • Students placed in reputed organisations across aviation, retail, analytics, hospitality, BFSI, consulting, and marketing sectors.
  • Encourages student research, innovation, and participation in inter-collegiate competitions and fests.

Infrastructure & Facilities

The Department of Professional Management Studies is supported by well-planned infrastructure and academic facilities that create an engaging and technology-enabled learning environment for both students and faculty.

Laboratories and Skill Studios

  • Business Analytics Lab equipped with licensed analytical and statistical software for data analysis and visualisation.
  • Retail and Marketing Simulation Studio for hands-on learning in merchandising, branding, and customer analytics.
  • Professional Communication and Soft Skills Studio to enhance presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Aviation Management Lab to support practical learning in airline operations, airport management, cargo handling, ticketing systems, and service management concepts.
  • Computing facilities with access to analytical tools, spreadsheets, and aviation-related software applications for academic projects and simulations.

Classrooms

  • Fully equipped smart classrooms with digital boards, LCD projectors, audio-visual systems, and Wi-Fi connectivity.
  • Interactive teaching tools that support case discussions, presentations, simulations, and blended learning methods.

Library Resources

  • Access to the central university library with an extensive collection of management textbooks, reference books, journals, and reports.
  • Availability of e-resources, including academic databases, e-journals, e-books, and research repositories relevant to professional management studies.

Research Infrastructure

  • Facilities supporting faculty and student research, including access to statistical software, databases, and research guidance.
  • Support for conference presentations, publications, and interdisciplinary research initiatives.

Special Facilities

  • Innovation and incubation support encouraging entrepreneurship and start-up ideas.
  • Seminar halls and conference venues for workshops, guest lectures, and academic events.

Together, these facilities ensure a practice-oriented, research-supported, and industry-aligned learning ecosystem.

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