This specialized MBA program, a collaborative effort between the School of Economics, Commerce and Management, and the Department of Environment and Traditional Ecosystems, with contributions from the School of Social Work and Public Health, offers a multi-disciplinary approach. Focused on Waste Management and Social Entrepreneurship, the program is designed to equip students with a comprehensive skill set essential for addressing contemporary environmental challenges.

Key Program Features:

• Multi-disciplinary Approach: Integrates knowledge from Economics, Commerce, Management, Environment, Traditional Ecosystems, Social Work, and Public Health.
• Practical Emphasis: Balances theory with hands-on practical experiences through surveys, role plays, field visits, internships, workshops, and seminars.
• Expert Inputs: Guest lectures and insights from professionals in waste management, environmental conservation, and social entrepreneurship.
• Holistic Learning: Incorporates case studies, article/book reviews, debates, and other interactive activities.

Course Delivery:

• Theory: Lectures, demonstrations, group discussions, guest lectures, assignments, case studies, article/book reviews, and debates.
• Practical: Surveys, role plays, field visits, internships, workshops, seminars, quality circles, project works, case study development, presentations, and other experiential activities.

Career Prospects: Graduates from this specialized MBA program can pursue diverse and impactful career paths, including:

• Solid Waste Manager: Oversee waste management initiatives and strategies.
• Governmental and Non-governmental Organizations: Contribute to environmental policies and practices.
• Hospitals: Manage waste disposal and sustainability initiatives.
• Hotels and Restaurants: Implement eco-friendly practices and waste reduction strategies.
• Construction Sites and Shopping Malls: Incorporate sustainable waste management practices.
• Pollution Control Boards: Contribute to regulatory and compliance measures.
• Entrepreneurs in Resource Recovery: Establish ventures focusing on responsible resource utilization.
• Recycling and Upcycling Entrepreneurs: Contribute to sustainable waste management practices.

Academics and Research: Pursue roles in academia and research institutions, contributing to advancements in environmental studies.

Duration: 2 years