CONFERENCE COLLABORATION 2023

The Department of Management Studies (MBA) - NMIT in collaboration with

A Glimpse of the Kettering University:

A group of visionaries from Flint founded Kettering University in 1919 as The School of Automobile Trades. It opened under the direction of Major Albert Sobey with the goal of training technical and management talent for the rapidly growing automobile industry. By 1923 the school had grown to offer a full four-year cooperative education program enrolling a huge pool of full-time students. As the journey passed by, many milestones have been achieved leading to a prestigious university for pursuing quality education. Today as Kettering University, the school continues this historic tradition, and marked its centennial year in 2019. Over that proud 100-year history, Kettering University has become one of the country’s premier STEM institutions and is known around the world for educating great and successful leaders, entrepreneurs, innovators, engineers, scientists, and business people.

The school of Management under The Kettering University – Michigan, USA offers undergraduate and graduate programs needing to todays’ world of business.

University web site: https://www.kettering.edu

A Glimpse of the Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU):

The Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is amongst Malaysia’s Premier Private Universities, and is where a unique fusion of technology, innovation and creativity works effectively towards preparing graduates for significant roles in business and society globally. APU has earned an enviable reputation as an award-winning University through its achievements in winning a host of prestigious awards at national and international levels, as well as an excellent track record in producing highly employable graduates who are able to immediately contribute to industry upon graduation.

APU is the First Malaysian University to achieve an overall rating of Five Stars Plus in the latest QS Stars Rating awards that were presented at the QS Apple Conference on 1st Nov 2021. Five Stars Plus institutions must achieve five star ratings across all categories in addition to achieving minimum highest benchmark score by QS STARS. APU is amongst 20 universities worldwide to achieve this honour.

Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU) is the ONLY Malaysian University to achieve the double distinction of achieving the QS “5 Stars Plus” Rating as well as being Ranked in the QS World University Ranking 2024, where APU is ranked in the Top 2.2% in the World.

University web site: https://www.apu.edu.my/

A Glimpse of the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT):

The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) is an international English-speaking postgraduate institution, focusing on engineering, environment, and management studies. AIT’s rigorous academic, research, and experiential outreach programs prepare graduates for professional success and leadership roles in Asia and beyond.

Founded in 1959, AIT offers the opportunity to study at an institution in Asia which possesses a global reputation. Going forward, AIT will be stressing its global connections, injection of innovation into research and teaching, its relevance to industry, and its nurturing of entrepreneurship, while continuing to fulfill its social impact and capacity building role. Sitting on a beautiful green campus located just north of Bangkok, Thailand, AIT operates as a multicultural community where a cosmopolitan approach to living and learning is the rule. You will meet and study with people from all around the world.

Today, AIT’s internationally recognized engineering, environment, and management graduates are highly sought after by employers in their home country and elsewhere. Across many walks of life in Asia, AIT alumni have distinguished themselves as CEO’s of private and state enterprises, as business owners, as well-respected researchers and faculty, and as senior university and government officials.

University web site: https://ait.ac.th/

A Glimpse of the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT):

Mariano Marcos State University (MMSU) is a prominent public educational institution located in Batac City, Ilocos Norte, Philippines. Established in 1978 through Presidential Decree No. 1279, the university was named after Mariano Marcos, the father of former Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos. MMSU is committed to providing quality education and offers a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs across disciplines such as agriculture, forestry, engineering, education, business, and health sciences. With multiple campuses dedicated to specialized academic fields, MMSU is equipped with modern facilities including laboratories, libraries, and sports amenities to support the holistic development of its students. The university actively engages in research and extension services, contributing to regional and national development, particularly in the areas of agriculture and community outreach. As a dynamic institution, MMSU may have international linkages fostering collaboration and exchange with other academic institutions.

University web site: https://www.mmsu.edu.ph/

A Glimpse of the University of Dubai (UD):

The University of Dubai (UD) is an accredited university in the UAE. Licensed nationally by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UD became the first private University in Dubai to hold the AACSB international accreditation in 2009, maintaining for further 5 years till 2019, as well as the first private university in the UAE to hold the ABET-CAC accreditation for its Computing and Information Systems (BS) program in 2006. The curriculum is aligned with international professional certification bodies such as Institute of Leadership & Management (ILM)-UK, which awards BBA HRM and MBA Leadership and HRM graduates with level 5 and 7 certifications. Similarly, the curriculum is aligned with Islamic Economy, Smart City, Innovation and Entrepreneurship initiatives of the government with IBM partnership.

University web site: https://ud.ac.ae/

CONFERENCE ADVISORY BOARD:

Dr. Haseeb J Ahmed Dean, School of Management, Kettering University USA	Dr. Nasser A Saif Alumuraqab COO/VP Operational Affairs at University of Dubai, UAE
Dr. Mohammad Falahat Professor, Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia	Dr. Nandeesh Hiremath Registrar - Vijaybhoomi University, Greater Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Mr. Ranadheer Mandadi Program Officer, Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand	Dr. Piyush Kumar Pareek Professor (AI & ML) & Head (IPR Cell), NMIT, Bangalore, India
Dr. Arlene Gonzales Chief for International Programs Mariano Marcos State University, Philippines	Dr. Parameshachari B D Professor, Department of Electronics & Communication Engineering, NMIT, Bangalore, India
Dr. Ananth Rao Emeritus Professor of Finance,University of Dubai, UAE	Dr. Sameer Hariani CEO, TSMT Academy
	Dr. Harish Babu S Principal, Nagarjuna Degree College, Director - Management Studies, NGI, Bangalore

CONFERENCE REVIEW COMMITTEE

Dr. A. Satya Nandini
Professor,
Department of Management Studies and Research Centre,
BMS College of Engineering
PO Box 1908, Bull Temple Road, Bangalore – 560019

CHIEF PATRONS & COMMITTEES

CHIEF PATRONS	Mr. N V Hegde President, Nitte Education Trust, Mangaluru. Prof. N R Shetty Chancellor - Central University of Karnataka, Kalburgi & Advisor - Nitte Education Trust, Mangaluru.
ADVISORS	Mr. Rohit Punja Administrator, NET Dr. Sandeep Shastri Director-Academics, NET Dr. H C Nagaraj Principal, NMIT Dr. V Sridhar Dean Academics, NMIT Dr. Nalini N Prof. & Dean - Students’ Welfare, NMIT Dr. Sudheer Reddy Prof. & Head - Dept. Mech Engg, NMIT Dr. Kiran Aithal S Prof. & Dean - R&D, NMIT
CONVENERS	Dr. S Nagendra Professor and Dean, MBA – NMIT Dr. Shilpa Ajay Professor and Head, MBA - NMIT
PROGRAM COORDINATORS	Dr. Dharmananda M Associate Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Email: dharmananda.m@nmit.ac.in Dr. Harisha B S Associate Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Email: harisha_bs@nmit.ac.in Dr. Lakshmi H Associate Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Email: lakshmi.h@nmit.ac.in Dr. Eti Khatri Associate Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Email: eti.khatri@nmit.ac.in Dr. Rashmi M J Assistant Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Email: rashmi.mj@nmit.ac.in Dr. Pavan Kumar G Kulkarni Assistant Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Email: pavankumar.kulkarni@nmit.ac.in
ORGANIZING COMMITTEE	Dr. Malini T N Associate Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Ms. Jyothi G Assistant Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Mr. Raghu G Assistant Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Dr. Karthik Reddy Assistant Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Ms. Keerthi H K Assistant Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Dr. Shailaja Anilkumar Assistant Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Dr. Jayarama Shetty Adjunct Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore Mr. R. Manamohan Visiting Professor, Department of MBA, NMIT- Bangalore

GUIDELINES FOR PAPER SUBMISSION

• The abstract must summarize the highlights of full paper & should not exceed - 300 words.
• The soft copy of the abstract shall be submitted with authors details (Name, Affiliation, E-mail ID and Mobile No.)
• On acceptance of the abstract the complete manuscript must be submitted before time line.
• Similarity content should not exceed 15%.
• In case of co authorship maximum three authors can be considered.
• The tables should be numbered consecutively & title of the table should be placed above the table. Figures / diagrams / graphs should be numbered & where ever necessary the source should be indicated at the bottom.
• Reference should be arranged in alphabetical order & should be in APA format.
• The manuscript should be in MS word format, 1.5 line spacing with 1 inch margin, Times New Roman font size 12 black.
• On special request online presentation facility can be arranged.

Authors are requested to submit the full paper in MS Word format and to email it to erma.chair@nmit.ac.in

PAPER SUBMISSION - IMPORTANT DATES

• Acceptance of Abstract: 20th Nov, 2023
• Full Paper Submission: 25th Nov, 2023
• Acceptance of Final paper with revisions (if any) 30th Nov, 2023
• Registration of selected paper Authors 5th Dec, 2023

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REGISTRATION FEE

Students	Rs.500/-
Academician & Research Scholars	Rs.1000/-
Corporate Professionals	Rs.2000/-
Foreign Participants	$100

PAYMENT DETAILS

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Bank Name	Axis Bank
Branch	Yelahanka, Bangalore
Account Number	094010100165396
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