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The Department of MBA – General Management at Ashoka Women’s Engineering College prepares future business leaders with strong managerial, analytical, and leadership capabilities.With specialization opportunities in Finance, Marketing, and Human Resources, the program focuses on practical business learning, strategic thinking, communication skills, and industry readiness to help students succeed in today’s dynamic corporate world.
About
Head of the Department
Dr P. Umapathi is an accomplished academician, researcher, and management professional with over 18 years of teaching and administrative experience in reputed engineering and management institutions. Specialised in HR Analytics, Business Analytics, Marketing, and Consumer Behaviour, he possesses strong expertise in research methodology, SPSS, and AMOS for advanced data analysis. He has published multiple research papers in Scopus-indexed and UGC Care journals, focusing on digital payment systems, social media influence, customer engagement, work-from-home trends, and analytics-driven business practices.
A passionate mentor and academic leader, he actively promotes student-driven learning through the organisation of workshops, seminars, management meets, guest lectures, industrial visits, and research-oriented activities that enhance practical exposure and industry readiness among students. He believes in experiential learning methodologies that bridge the gap between academic concepts and real-world business applications.
With extensive experience as an Associate Professor, Head of Department, and academic coordinator, he has successfully led academic programs, contributed to NBA and NAAC initiatives, and mentored students toward academic excellence and professional growth. His industry exposure in pharmaceutical sales, combined with strong leadership, communication, and team management skills, makes him a dynamic educator and administrator committed to innovation, research, and holistic student development.
Dr P. Umapathi
Professor & Head - Master of Business Administration (GM)
Curriculum Structure
Strong Foundations in Management. Practical Learning. Industry Readiness.
The MBA curriculum is designed to build strong business knowledge, leadership abilities, and strategic decision-making skills. The program blends classroom learning with practical exposure so that students are prepared for real-world corporate environments and managerial roles.
Key Learning Areas Include:
Management and Organisational Behaviour
Finance, Marketing, and Human Resource Management
Business Analytics and Research Methods
Strategic Management and Entrepreneurship
Communication and Leadership Skills
Business Simulations, Seminars, and Project Work
Students are encouraged to participate in industry interactions, management activities, workshops, presentations, and collaborative projects that strengthen problem-solving, leadership, and professional readiness.
Program Objectives
Developing Competent and Responsible Management Professionals
Develop strong analytical, managerial, and strategic thinking skills that enable graduates to effectively understand business environments and solve organizational challenges.
Promote the practical application of business knowledge along with leadership and decision-making capabilities to address real-world management problems.
Foster professional ethics, communication abilities, teamwork, and leadership qualities necessary for successful careers in corporate and entrepreneurial environments.
Encourage a mindset of continuous learning and adaptability, enabling graduates to grow with evolving business practices, technologies, and global industry trends.
Placement Highlights
Ashoka Women’s Engineering College is widely recognised for its placement support and career-focused training.
Students benefit from technical training, internships, industry collaborations, and skill development initiatives supported by MoUs with organisations such as ExcelR Solutions, Greenvion Energy Technologies, HIEE Empowering Engineers Pvt. Ltd., Kirloskar Institute of Advanced Management Studies, Unacademy, and APSSDC – CM’s Skill Excellence Centre.The focus on AI-driven skills and software expertise strengthens employability in emerging technology sectors.
FAQs
1. What degree does the CSE - Artificial Intelligence department offer?
The department offers a B.Tech program in Computer Science and Engineering – Artificial Intelligence under JNTUA regulations.
2. When was the department established?
The department was established in 2022 with an intake of 60 students.
3. Who heads the department?
Dr. Telkapalli Murali Krishna, Professor & Head, leads the department with over 24 years of academic and research experience.
4. What research areas are focused on?
Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Software Testing, and Data Science.
5. What laboratory facilities are available?
Students have access to Programming Lab, OS & DBMS Lab, Cloud Computing Lab, DWDM & MAD Lab, ELCS Lab, and Projects Lab.
6. Does the department collaborate with industry?
Yes. The department maintains active MoUs with multiple industry and academic partners to enhance skill development and professional exposure.