Inaugurated by Mr. Baba Kalyani, MD Bharat Forge Ltd in 2005, under the aegis of Symbiosis International (Deemed University), Symbiosis Institute of Operations Management (SIOM) differentiates itself from other PG Management Schools primarily on its vision of “Empowering and Leading Operations Excellence for industry growth & betterment of community at large.” Its holistic student development approach ensures their transformation into capable & responsive techno-business leaders proudly called “SIOMites”. They have the most recent knowledge, multi-disciplinary skills of global significance, and the right attitude to work within world-class organizations.
SIOM’s M.B.A. in Operations Management & Agri Operations Management empowers each engineer and agricultural professional with sharp engineering and scientific capabilities and smart business management disciplines. The students are dressed to tackle planning, development, and implementation tribulations that organizations might confront. The curriculum deals with topics such as Quality Management, Supply chain management, Project management, Technology management, Modeling dynamic systems, Operations analytics, Six Sigma, Strategic Management, and Leadership & Capability development courses. SIOM supplies competent leaders in operations management & agri-operations management to the corporate world, who would contribute to the bottom lines without longer gestation periods.
The learning modules are designed in a manner to create the Niche. SIOM is a unique B-school with a 100% focus on Operations Management Industry linkage for training. The corporates work shoulder to shoulder with the institute to nurture students so that they are industry-ready. Engagements with premier organizations is a part of the curriculum.
The Programme open up opportunities for students to acquire world-class certifications such as CPIM, CSCP, CPSM, PMI. The curriculum is linked with the respective body of knowledge. Huge thrust is laid on experiential learning through industry visits, mock investor summits, and projects conducted through Project Based Learning, Semester practical assignments, internships, and integrated projects for minor specialization streams. Students also have the opportunity to opt for the International student exchange program and a semester abroad program. SIOM is the only School that expects the students to complete the Six Sigma Project towards the award of the Black Belt certification. This ensures the linkage of classroom inputs with the real world. The M.B.A. (Operations Management) program is a balanced mix of exposure to all sectors, including Retail, Logistics, IT, Consulting, E-commerce, Infrastructure and Healthcare, covering integrated perspectives on each domain, whether IT, Marketing, Finance, or HR. The M.B.A. (AOM) Programme focuses on the Agricultural related industries.
Master of Business Administration (Operations Management), M.B.A. (Operations Management) is now NBA accredited from AY 2024-25 to AY 2026-27.