Dr. Venkatesha Murthy is an MBA Chair and Assistant Professor at SME, IIT Jodhpur. He holds a doctoral degree in Social Sciences from TISS, Mumbai. His research areas include Start-ups, and Micro-Small-Medium Scale Enterprises. He undertakes research in these empirical domains using theoretical underpinnings from Economic-Sociology and Institutional Economics. He also writes case studies concerning various dimensions of entrepreneurship. His research attempt is to capture business and entrepreneurship at the intersections of social and economic behavior.

Dr. Murthy’s work has been published in the leading international and national journals, and case-study outlets. Some of his selected works are Journal of Small Business Management, Journal of Workplace Learning, International Journal of Social Economics, Economic and Political Weekly, Journal of Social and Economic Development, and Emerald Emerging Market Case Studies.

SME IIT Jodhpur

What factors connect you with the education sector?

“To attain more knowledge widely and the excitement to learn new things”

We can learn continuously and get fruitful knowledge through the space of education. It makes me have a career and passion for education. Social motives drive us to move forward and we realize our life within a long time. My academics assist me to achieve my goals and the information about the world. The excitement to learn new things connects me with the education sector.

What are your roles and responsibilities?

“Enrich learning, programs and social connection with the world for students”

It is essential to consult with stakeholders for the progress of various programs that lead to success on campus. My duty is to provide an excellent learning experience for students and improve their creativity. Our campus consists of social connections in the world and it makes our campus different from others.

What are the key highlights of MBA programs offered to students that stand apart from the crowd?

“Provide industry curriculum and techno-managerial aspects in the MBA course for students”

Our campus provides two degrees as MBA Technology and MBA. Every student receives techno-managerial aspects in the first year. They learn about IoT, AI, ML, Big data, and Industry 4.0 applications during the second year. It is the specialty of the MBA Technology course. Candidates also get industrial training and it helps them to achieve their goal. Aspiration of every pupil through the campus education and attain some enterprise experience for their future.

What factors make the program best for the students?

“Updates about technology and management for students”

One of the key factors are updates about technology and management in education. Every industry in the modern-day includes technology. We encourage students to attain managerial skills along with technology. It is unique for our campus and step forward to create new decisions soon related to future technology.

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What are the greatest strengths of SME, IIT Jodhpur?

“Industry expert talks, case-based pedagogy and learning through labs are the greatest strengths of campus”

The technology lab on campus assists students with tech, management and business across the first two semesters. After that, theory and case studies started in the second year for students. They get sessions from industry practitioners to learn about techno-management. The real-life issues of industry are analyzed through case study-based pedagogy and it ensures pupils think beyond their level.

How does the program prepare students for the future?

“Interaction with industry leaders, mentor-mentee sessions and case-based learning available for students”

We provide several opportunities for students that relate with industry. They can interact with entrepreneurs and industry leaders across the world. It raises the understanding level of pupils and helps them to face the challenge scientifically. Our faculties encourage students to speak up and conduct mentor-mentee sessions regularly. Candidates get case-based learning with every subject on campus.

How do you deliver sessions to students in SME, IIT Jodhpur?

“Provide course outline, presentation and discussion inside the class for students”

The primary key is the preparation before the class for students. Our faculties give detailed course outlines from the first semester and it includes study materials. We conduct the sessions through group discussion and peer learning. Pupils have the right to speak their opinions regarding each topic and ask their queries. The innovative approach in the learning process makes students more attentive in classes.

What career options are available to students after pursuing the course?

“To attain a job in the World’s best brands and work as an entrepreneur”

Various jobs are available to students nowadays and they are the leaders of the future. Candidates get the best techno-managerial understanding from our campus. They can attain their dream job with a great choice. Several students get great jobs in the world’s best brands. We prepare them to be ready for the future with various technical and entrepreneurial skills.

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Any advice do you give to students for a prosperous career?

“Work hard for your dream and achieve success”

The development of skills is vital. It helps to think, problem-solve, communicate, and pay attention to detail. These will come in handy in any situation. The abilities developed during a Sports Management degree are essential.