NPR College of Engineering & Technology

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About the Department

The Department of Management Studies at NPR College of Engineering and Technology, established in 2009, is recognized for delivering high-quality management education supported by world-class infrastructure and an experienced faculty team. The department is equipped with state-of-the-art smart classrooms, advanced computer facilities, and a well-stocked library, creating an excellent learning environment.

The department offers a two-year full-time MBA programme, designed as per Anna University curriculum, which provides students with a comprehensive understanding of developing, implementing, and evaluating organizational strategies in a dynamic business environment.

To enrich academic learning, the department regularly organizes guest lectures, HR Connect programs, workshops, industrial visits, outbound training programmes (including trekking), Coffee with CEO meet-ups, and activities focused on entrepreneurship and leadership development, with active participation from industry and corporate experts.

The faculty members are highly qualified, research-oriented, and experienced in teaching and guiding both UG and PG programmes. The department prides itself on having domain-specialized faculty with strong academic and industrial exposure.

Why MBA?

  • Enhances personality development and leadership capabilities.
  • Develops strong interpersonal, communication, and managerial skills.
  • Provides holistic understanding of organizations, business challenges, and strategic solutions.
  • Opens doors to managerial and leadership roles in top organizations.
  • Enables faster career growth and better decision-making abilities.
  • Empowers students not only to become managers, but also innovators and creators.

Why MBA at NPRCET?

  • Established MBA department with a strong academic legacy since 2009.
  • Modern infrastructure with smart classrooms and advanced learning resources.
  • Industry-aligned curriculum focused on strategy and practical exposure.
  • Two industrial visits every semester, outbound training, and trekking programmes.
  • Comprehensive placement training and assured placement assistance.
  • Highly experienced and domain-specialized faculty.
  • Activity-based learning through case studies, simulations, games, projects, and workshops.
  • Scholarships available for meritorious and special-category students.
  • Vibrant Business Club activities to nurture leadership and professional skills.
  • Structured Mentor–Mentee programme involving industry experts and alumni.
  • Dedicated student counseling for career guidance, academic growth, and personal well-being.

Add-On & Certificate Courses Offered

The department offers exclusive value-added and add-on certification programmes to enhance employability and industry readiness:

  • Big Data Analytics
  • Blockchain Technology
  • Entrepreneurship Development
  • MS Office
  • Digital Marketing
  • Logistics & Supply Chain Management
  • Six Sigma & Digital Marketing
  • Tally & SAP Course
  • NSE's Certification in Financial Markets

Business Club Activities

The Business Club is a student-driven and faculty-guided initiative that promotes collaboration between academia and industry. The club aims to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical business applications. Student office bearers are elected annually, and members are grouped to organize and participate in various academic, professional, and co-curricular events.

Objectives of Management Club Activities

  • To enhance students' personality development and professional skills.
  • To improve communication skills and decision-making abilities.
  • To foster leadership qualities and team spirit.
  • To encourage healthy competition and innovation.
  • To increase awareness of current business trends and corporate practices.
  • To promote active participation in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities.
  • To nurture creativity and essential managerial competencies.

Benefits of Club Activities

  • Promotes learning through practical exposure and interactive activities.
  • Encourages teamwork, collaboration, and peer learning.
  • Helps identify hidden talents and provides opportunities for overall student development.
  • Enhances confidence, professionalism, and behavioral skills.
  • Keeps students motivated, engaged, and industry-ready.

Vision & Mission

Vision

The Department of Management Studies aspires to become a Management Institution of national repute, providing industry-oriented, socially-responsible and research inclined management professionals.

Mission
  • To offer post graduate and research programmes of industry and social relevance
  • To provide functional specific knowledge through industry scenario study and analysis using multiple pedagogies
  • To enhance managerial and soft skills that augments the overall professional development
  • To encourage and support in fulfilling the drive for teaching and research
  • To pursue consultancy projects and collaborative research

Scope of the Department

The area of an MBA is broad and spans different industries, making it one of the most rewarding and versatile professional avenues. An MBA opens up lucrative managerial and executive job opportunities in banking, finance, marketing, healthcare, IT, and consulting, among other sectors. MBA graduates are the first choice of employers worldwide for leadership positions. Overall, an MBA equips professionals with the necessary knowledge, leadership abilities, and industry experience needed to thrive in today's competitive international job market.

Career Scope for MBA Students: Specialization-wise Opportunities

An MBA degree opens doors to diverse career opportunities across industries such as manufacturing, services, IT, banking, logistics, tourism, infrastructure, and analytics. The career path largely depends on the specialization chosen, aligning students' skills with industry requirements.

At NPR College of Engineering and Technology, the MBA programme offers the following specializations:

MBA in Finance

Graduates can pursue careers in banking, financial services, corporate finance, and investment firms.

Career Opportunities:
  • Financial Analyst
  • Investment Banker
  • Finance Executive
  • Risk Management Executive
  • Credit Analyst
  • Accounts & Audit Executive

MBA in Marketing

This specialization prepares students for roles in branding, sales, digital marketing, and market strategy.

Career Opportunities:
  • Marketing Executive
  • Brand Executive
  • Digital Marketing Specialist
  • Sales Manager
  • Market Research Analyst
  • Business Development Executive

MBA in Human Resource Management

HR specialization focuses on managing people, talent development, and organizational effectiveness.

Career Opportunities:
  • HR Executive
  • Talent Acquisition Specialist
  • Compensation & Benefits Executive
  • Training and Development Executive
  • Employee Relations Officer
  • HR Operations Executive

MBA in Business Analytics

This specialization equips students to make data-driven decisions using analytical tools and business intelligence.

Career Opportunities:
  • Business Analyst
  • Data Analyst
  • Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst
  • Analytics Consultant
  • Operations Analyst
  • Reporting & MIS Analyst

MBA in Logistics and Supply Chain Management

Students gain expertise in procurement, transportation, inventory, and supply chain optimization.

Career Opportunities:
  • Logistics Executive
  • Supply Chain Analyst
  • Procurement Executive
  • Warehouse Manager
  • Operations Manager
  • Distribution Manager

MBA in Tourism Management

This specialization focuses on travel, hospitality, event management, and tourism services.

Career Opportunities:
  • Tourism Manager
  • Travel & Tour Operations Executive
  • Hotel & Hospitality Manager
  • Event Management Executive
  • Destination Marketing Executive
  • Airline & Cruise Operations Executive

MBA in Infrastructure and Real Estate Management

Prepares students for roles in infrastructure projects, construction management, and real estate development.

Career Opportunities:
  • Project Management Executive
  • Real Estate Manager
  • Infrastructure Planning Executive
  • Facility Management Executive
  • Construction Business Analyst
  • Property Development Executive

Programme Educational Objectives (PEOs)

The graduates of MBA programme will be able to:

PEO 1

Graduates will be business leaders and managers with leadership and problem-solving skills in the business world.

PEO 2

Graduates will drive entrepreneurship initiatives either on their own or within other organizations where they are employed.

PEO 3

Graduates will update conceptual and practical knowledge in the field of business management to contribute to the business and nation building while upholding ethical practices.

Programme Outcomes (POs)

PO 1

Business Environment and Domain Knowledge.

PO 2

Critical Thinking, Business Analysis, Problem Solving and Innovative Solutions.

PO 3

Leadership and Teamwork.

PO 4

Effective Communication.

PO 5

International Exposure and Cross-Cultural Understanding.

PO 6

Social Responsiveness and Ethics.

Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs)

PSO 1

To apply the fundamental knowledge of management sciences to optimally solve the complex business problems.

PSO 2

To inculcate in students the ability to gain multidisciplinary knowledge through simulated problems, case analysis, projects and industrial training.

PSO 3

To demonstrate the practice of professional ethics and standards for societal and environmental well-being.

Course Outcomes

S.No. Batch Course Outcomes
1 Reg - 2021 View Course Outcome
2 Reg - 2023 View Course Outcome
3 Reg - 2025 View Course Outcome

Department Advisory Committee (DAC) Members

S/N Name Designation Members Category
1 Dr. S. Selvaperumal Principal, NPRCET Chairperson
2 Dr. B. Velmurugan Head of the Department - MBA Internal Members
3 Dr. S. Saranya Department IQAC Coordinator & ASP Internal Members
4 Dr. V. TamilSelvi Assistant Professor Internal Members
5 Ms. S. Gayathri Devi Assistant Professor Internal Members
6 Mr. V. S. Arjun Athithya Assistant Professor Internal Members
7 Ms. M. Chitra Assistant Professor Internal Members
8 Dr. V. Vijayalakshmi Associate Professor - English Internal Members
9 Dr. A. Kanimozhi Associate Professor - Mathematics Internal Members
10 Dr. P. Devi Premnath Professor & Head Academic Collaboration,
Jansons School of Business, Coimbatore
Academic Member
11 Dr. S. Ramkumar Faculty of OD & HR,
GITAM School of Business, GITAM University, Bengaluru
Academic Member
12 Mr. K. Naresh Kumar Regional Head - HR,
V-Dart Technologies Pvt. Ltd.
Industry Member
13 Ms. S. S. Kallu Sudarsan Chief Marketing Officer,
Revertech IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
Industry Member
14 Ms. S. Jenithakarthiga Assistant Professor, SRM Eswari Engineering College, Chennai.
(Alumni 2020-22 Batch)
Alumni
15 Ms. T. Aishwarya HR Assistant, HCL Technologies, Madurai.
(Alumni 2022-24 Batch)
Alumni
16 Ms. J. Karthigai Selvi II Year MBA,
NPR College of Engineering and Technology, Natham
Student Member
17 Mr. I. Mohamed Lafir II Year MBA,
NPR College of Engineering and Technology, Natham
Student Member
18 Mr. M. Dhanabalan Area Sales Manager,
Abbott India Pvt Ltd, Madurai.
Student Parent
19 Mr. T. Pandi Bank Secretariat,
Cooperative Bank, Oddanchatram, Dindigul
Student Parent

Board of Studies (BoS)

The members of the Board of Studies are as follows:

S/N. Member Category Name, Designation, and Affiliation
1 Chairperson Dr. B. Velmurugan
Professor & Head,
Department of Management Studies,
NPR College of Engineering and Technology,
Natham.
2 University Nominee Dr. V. Joseph Paul Raj
Professor & Head (i/c),
Department of Management Studies,
Anna University Regional Campus Madurai,
Madurai.
3 Subject Experts from outside the Parent University Dr. C. K. Muthukumaran
Professor,
Department of Management Studies,
Alagappa Institute of Management,
Alagappa University,
Karaikudi.

Dr. Manjula Nagarajan
Professor (Chairperson - Admission),
Department of Management Studies,
Thiagarajar School of Management,
Madurai.
4 Experts from outside the Autonomous College Dr. A. Aleeswari
Professor,
Department of Management Studies,
PSNA College of Engineering and Technology,
Dindigul - 624622.
5 Industrial / Corporate Sector / Allied Sector Expert Mr. B. Santhosh Kumar
HR Director - Operations,
Manisha Soft Solutions Pvt. Ltd.,
Chennai.
6 Department Alumni Mr. K. Suseendran
HR Executive,
Markarian Consulting Pvt. Ltd.,
Bangalore.
(Alumni 2018-20 Batch)
7 Members of the Faculty of Management Studies Dr. V. TamilSelvi
Assistant Professor
8 Members of the Faculty of Management Studies Ms. S. Gayathri Devi
Assistant Professor
9 Members of the Faculty of Management Studies Mr. V. S. Arjun Athithya
Assistant Professor
10 Members of the Faculty of Management Studies Ms. M. Chitra
Assistant Professor
11 Members of the Faculty of Management Studies Mrs. R. Shariga
Assistant Professor
12 Members of the Faculty of Management Studies Dr. M. Rajagopal
Assistant Professor

Message from the Head of Department

Dr. B. Velmurugan

HOD's Message

Dr. B. Velmurugan, B.Com., MBA., M.Com., M.Phil., Ph.D.
Professor & Head
Department of Management Studies
NPR College of Engineering & Technology

+91-9952273941
velmuruganb@nprcolleges.org

Welcome to the Department of Management Studies at NPR College of Engineering & Technology. It gives me immense pleasure to lead a department that is committed to nurturing future business leaders through quality education, innovation, research, and industry-oriented learning. In today's dynamic global business environment, management professionals are expected not only to possess strong theoretical knowledge but also practical problem-solving abilities, ethical values, leadership qualities, and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Our MBA programme is designed in accordance with the Anna University curriculum, integrating contemporary management concepts with real-world business practices. Through guest lectures, HR Connect programmes, industrial visits, workshops, outbound training, live projects, business club activities, and interactions with industry experts, we provide students with meaningful experiential learning opportunities that enhance their professional competence and employability.

As an educator and researcher with over 13 years and 8 months of teaching and academic administration experience, I strongly believe that continuous learning, innovation, discipline, and ethical practices are the cornerstones of successful management professionals. Our dedicated faculty members strive to create a student-centric learning environment that encourages analytical thinking, creativity, research, and leadership development.

We remain committed to building strong industry-academia partnerships, promoting research culture, and preparing our students to excel as responsible managers, entrepreneurs, and organizational leaders capable of contributing to business growth and national development. I warmly welcome every aspiring management student to become a part of our department and wish you a rewarding academic journey and a successful professional career.


Dr. B. Velmurugan is an academician, researcher, and academic leader serving as the Professor and Head of the Department of Management Studies at NPR College of Engineering & Technology. With over 13 years and 8 months of teaching and academic administration experience in Management Education, he specializes in Finance and Human Resource Management with expertise in Banking Management, Compensation Management, Training & Development, Recruitment Management, and Labour Welfare. His teaching philosophy integrates theoretical knowledge with practical business applications, preparing students to meet evolving industry demands.

Dr. B. Velmurugan completed his Master of Business Administration (MBA) with specialization in Finance and Human Resources from Anna University, Chennai in 2012. He further pursued advanced research in Management and was awarded M.Phil. and Ph.D. in Management from Bharathiar University, Coimbatore in 2019.

He has made significant scholarly contributions to Management Studies by publishing 67 research articles in reputed National and International journals, including UGC-listed and Scopus-indexed journals. He has presented research papers at numerous National and International Conferences, actively promotes research culture among faculty and students, and guides student projects emphasizing analytical and industry-relevant learning.

His major research interests include Financial Management, Investment Analysis, Banking & Capital Markets, Human Resource Practices, and Organizational Development. Beyond academics, he actively contributes as a resource person for Outbound Training and Faculty Development Programmes across Tamil Nadu, promotes leadership development, experiential learning, industry interaction, employability enhancement, and curriculum development aligned with contemporary business needs. His leadership emphasizes holistic development by combining academic excellence with professional competence to nurture future business leaders.


Academic Qualifications

Degree Specialization Institution University Year
Ph.D. Financial Management Bharathiar University, Coimbatore Bharathiar University, Coimbatore 2019
M.Com Commerce Annamalai University, Chidambaram Annamalai University, Chidambaram 2023
MBA Finance & HR NPR College of Engineering and Technology Anna University, Chennai 2012
B.Com Commerce NPR Arts and Science College, Natham Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai 2010

Faculty

S.No. Name of the Faculty Designation Teaching Experience Details Document
1 Dr. B. Velmurugan Professor & Head 13 Years 6 Months View Details
2 Dr. V. Tamilselvi Assistant Professor 15 Years View Details
3 Mr. V. S. Arjun Athithya Assistant Professor 1 Year View Details
4 Ms. M. Chitra Assistant Professor 6 Years 5 Months View Details
5 Mrs. R. Shariga Assistant Professor 1 Year View Details
6 Dr. M. Rajagopal Assistant Professor 8.6 Years View Details

Support Staff

S.No Name Designation Date of Joining Experience
1 [Name] [Designation] [Date of Joining] [Experience]
2 [Name] [Designation] [Date of Joining] [Experience]
3 [Name] [Designation] [Date of Joining] [Experience]
4 [Name] [Designation] [Date of Joining] [Experience]

Professional Societies

S.No. Name of the Society Name of the Event Resource Person Name of the Industry Academic Year
1 Indian Concrete Institute (ICI) Student Chapter Workshop on Human Dimensions and Space Planning Mr. J. S. Karthick Raj
Architect, Technical Head
Dream Zone, Anna Nagar, Madurai 2025-2026

Industry Collaborations & MoUs

S.No. Company Outcomes Date
1 Uni Sourcce Treend India,
Avinashi, Tirupur
  • Internship & Project
28/10/2025
2 Pronoia Insurancer Marketing Private Limited,
Coimbatore
  • Internship & Project
  • Placement
08/04/2025
3 Aetram Group of Companies Private Limited,
Chennai
  • Internship & Project
22/11/2024
4 Revertech IT Solutions Private Limited,
Cochin, Kerala
  • Internship & Project
13/11/2024
5 Ramani Automobile Private Limited,
Coimbatore
  • Industrial Visit
05/01/2024