About the Program

Program Objective

  • To provide students with thorough grounding in general management through holistic education.
  • To develop a deep appreciation of issues related to developing, nurturing and projecting competitive advantage globally.
  • To develop professional, socially responsible leaders with ability to function in different cultures and contexts.

Program Structure

  • Two Years, Four Semesters.
  • Finance, HR & Marketing Specialization offered in Semester 3 & 4.
  • The University of Mumbai has revised the MMS curriculum with effect from 2016 to make the curriculum contemporary in tune with changing industry requirements.

Programme Education Objectives

  • Apply the fundamentals of Business and Management acquired during the course to real life scenarios.
  • Ensure feasible and optimal solutions through both analytical reasoning and out of the box thinking when faced with challenges in professional life.
  • Exhibit high order of commitment and character at all times in both personal and professional engagements.
  • Evolve as global business leaders who have far reaching positive impact on both micro and macro ecosystems that they influence.

Programme Outcomes

  • Apply knowledge of management theories and practices to solve business problems.
  • Foster Analytical and critical thinking abilities for data-based decision making.
  • Ability to develop Value based Leadership ability.
  • Ability to understand, analyze and communicate global, economic, legal, and ethical aspects of business.
  • Ability to lead themselves and others in the achievement of organizational goals, contributing effectively to a team environment.

Pedagogy

  • XIMR follows the Case Study method extensively, drawing on cases from Harvard, Ivey, INSEAD, LBS, etc. The focus is on peer to peer learning, and providing an enabling environment to help participants raise their thinking to a higher level. Lectures, team work, assignment etc. will supplement case studies. Our team of highly dedicated experienced faculty create an intense academic environment. The course is designed for a high level academic rigour. XIMR provides tutorials and fast track learning for high achievers to enable each student to reach his/ her maximum potential.
  • Wi-Fi enabled classroom with high speed internet access.
  • The institute has a well stocked learning centre to provide extensive literature on all aspects of Management. XIMR subscribes to the world’s leading online database like EBSCO, ProQuest, JSTOR, Harvard Business School course materials & CMIE Prowess that provides access to thousands of journal archives.
  • The Institute has fully equipped air conditioned lectures halls with mini theatre design that facilitates case study discussions. All conference halls are provided with the latest equipment & facilities.
  • Open air spaces are available for case/ assignments after class. This is meant to enhance peer-to-peer learning in natural surroundings.

MMS Program Curriculum

Master of Management Studies (MMS) of the University of Mumbai

The MMS Program is modeled by the University of Mumbai

Semester 1

Semester 2

Semester 3

Semester 4