International Conference on Information Systems, Technology and Management

International Conference on Information Systems, Technology and Management
(ICISTM), Bangkok, Thailand, March 11-13, 2010

Paper Submission Date Extended to Oct. 5, 2009

About ICISTM

The International Conference on Information Systems, Technology, and Management, which was founded in 2007, has been held in New Delhi (India), Dubai (UAE), and Ghaziabad (India). The conference, which is run annually in March, was jointly organized by the Institute for Management and Technology (India) and the University of Florida (USA) in the years 2007-2009. The 2010 conference is being organized by the Management Development Institute (India), the University of Florida (USA), and King Mongut’s University of Technology (Thailand).

Advanced Certificate Program on IFRS: Implementation and Compliance - KPMG in India

Advanced Certificate Program on IFRS: Implementation and Compliance - KPMG in India

Over 100 Countries have formally accepted IFRS to bring out standardization and greater comparability in presentation of financial statements. Starting April 1, 2011, as per ICAI concept paper, every listed company in India may be required to adopt International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS). It’s a very short time when it comes to a major overhaul of the accounting process. Not to forget that the investing community needs to be familiarized with the changes in the balance sheet. Little wonder then, that some companies are trying to get a head start and will for the first time this year, publish their results not just in Indian GAAP but also in IFRS.

The convergence process not only requires training people but also requires accounting software and systems to be changed to make them compatible with the new standard.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

The program focuses on training finance professionals in issues that they would be facing during IFRS implementation in their organizations. The program provides an in-depth analysis of the accounting and disclosure requirements under IFRS. The program presents the information needed to navigate complex issues surrounding the recognition and measurement of items under IFRS.

The program also keeps the Indian financial reporting requirements (Indian GAAP) in perspective and explains the differences between Indian GAAP and IFRS. This helps the participants to appreciate the major areas of difference and thus provides necessary information and know-how to restate Indian Financial Statements as per IFRS. 

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

CFO & Finance Directors, Analysts, Accountants, Investment Bankers, Corporate Bankers, Strategic Planners, Auditors, Private Equity & Merger & Acquisition specialists, Tax Directors, Consultants, Practicing CA, CS, CWA, and professionals from Indian companies with a global presence

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PROGRAM DURATION AND DELIVERY

• Six Classes shall be conducted once a week on Wednesday, between 9.00 am – 5.30 pm
• Spread across 6 weeks for smooth learning and better retention
• Delivered at specially designed NIIT Imperia centers in your city

PROGRAM CONTENTS

1. Overview/Roadmap and IFRS Framework
2. Presentation of financial statements
3. Revenue recognition
4. Business combinations
5. Financial instruments
6. Consolidation
7. The effect of change in Foreign exchange rates
8. Income taxes
9. Property, plant and equipment, intangible assets and investment property
10. Impairment and Provisions/contingencies
11. Employee benefits, Share based payment, Non-current assets held for sale and discontinued operations
12. Leases, borrowing costs, operating segments, events after the balance sheet date, change in accounting policies and errors
13. Approach to IFRS conversion 

CERTIFICATION

The students will be awarded a certificate of completion by KPMG in India and NIIT Imperia

EVALUATION SYSTEM

All participants shall appear in an online assessment at NIIT Imperia after end of the program. The grades like Excellent, Good, Average and Poor shall be awared based on performance in online assessment. 

PROGRAM DELIVERY AND TIME TABLE

The program will be delivered through classes held at NIIT Imperia Centres for Advanced Learning, once a week, as per the following schedule:

Wednesdays 9.00AM – 5.30PM

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA AND SELECTION PROCESS

Working Professionals with minimum 2 years of experience are eligible for the program. Experience requirement is waived off for CA, CS, CWA’s, MBA(Finance) and for corporate nominations.

FEES AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE

Program Fees : Rs 40,000 inclusive of all taxes.

The fees is payable at the time of submission of the application form. The fee is inclusive of all academic charges and program contents. All fees are non-refundable. Payments are to be made to NIIT Imperia, by cash, cheque, demand draft or EFT. The details are available at the centers or on the website.

A deferred payment facility exists with the following schedule:

With Application            :        Rs. 15,000/-
Installment (Nov 25)         :        Rs. 25,000/-

* Payment through Credit Card is subject to the availability of the facility at the admission offices /centers.

Admissions in progress. Please contact NIIT Imperia center for details

Classes commence: On or after 2^nd December, 2009

 

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Fundamentals Of Finance For Non-Finance Executives - IMT Ghaziabad

Fundamentals Of Finance For Non-Finance Executives - IMT Ghaziabad 

WHY DO I NEED FINANCE?

Finance impacts everyone. And that makes understanding finance important. This program seeks to develop strong foundations in Fundamentals of Accounting and Finance.

WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT THIS PROGRAM?

•Unique Model for learning : The Program is delivered over 3 months, allowing smooth  learning, and assimilation of the subject.
•No need to take leave : program is offered in YOUR CITY after office hours
•Fees : High class content at a very affordable cost for individuals ( Rs 19,100/=)

•Certification from IMT Ghaziabad

 WHO SHOULD ATTEND? 

This program is most suited for non finance executives involved with developing, managing, or marketing products or services. The program is ideal for managers who have little formal education in finance and accounting. Non finance professionals in the following functional areas will find this program very useful:
•Accounting                                                                                                              
• Software Development and Management
• Product Design and Development
• Sales and Marketing
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Operations

PROGRAM DESIGN AND DURATION

Spread across 3 months for smooth learning and better retention of concepts
Classes conducted once a week on Sunday between 06:30 pm to 09:30 pm Delivered at specially designed NIIT Imperia centers in your city

PROGRAM STRUCTURE & CONTENTS  

This program is designed to give the non specialist a swift appreciation of the fundamentals of finance and accounting as well as the impact of some crucial management decisions on the overall financial health of a business.

Details 

1. Basic Accounting Concepts, Principles and Policies
2. Analysing Financial Statements
3. Accounting Mechanics
4. Cost of Production
5. Risk Return Analysis and Financial Markets
6. Investment Decisions
7. Financing Decisions
8. Giving back to Shareholders: Dividend Decisions
9. Giving back to Shareholders: Bonus Issue
10. Giving back to Shareholders: Share buyback
11. Working Capital Decisions
12. Share Market and Derivatives: A primer

PEDAGOGY

Strong emphasis on dialogue and student participation
Pedagogy designed with a mix of experience sharing, real life case discussions, assignments and research/industry based projects Use of statistical software and online database 

EVALUATION

There is no formal evaluation in the program; however, feedback shall be given to the candidates based on their attendance pattern and class participation, participation in case study discussions and assignments etc

CERTIFICATION 

Candidates will receive a Certificate of Participation from IMT Ghaziabad.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA AND SELECTION PROCESS
 
Graduates/Diploma holders in any branch of study are eligible to join the program. No minimum eligibilty criteria in terms of % marks or years of experience.Candidates would be selected on the assessment of background and motivation based on the application form submitted at NIIT Imperia.

FEES AND PAYMENT SCHEDULE

  Program Fees: Rs 19,100/. [Apply by November 11, 2009 and save Rs. 2,100/- on program fee**]
 The fees is payable at the time of submission of the application form The fees above are inclusive of all academic charges, textbooks and study material. All fees are non-refundable. Payments are to be made to NIIT Imperia, by cash, cheque, demand draft, credit card or EFT. The details are available at the centers.
 

* Payment through Credit Card is subject to the availability of the facility at the admission offices /centers.

**Terms & Conditions for Early Bird Offer:

1. Application process should be completed on or before Novemer 11, 2009. Application entails submitting an application form along with the application fee, initial payment  and other supporting documents in NIIT Imperia Centre in your city.

2. Clubbing of offers is not permitted

Important Dates

Last date of application: December 02, 2009

Classes commence: On or after 30^th December, 2009

Program Director:

Professor Manipadma Datta Ph.D. (Calcutta University)

mdatta@imt.edu 

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CERTIFICATE COURSE IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LANGUAGES 2010

CERTIFICATE COURSE IN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS LANGUAGES 2010
 
INDIAN INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN TRADE
(DEEMED UNIVERSITY)
B-21 QUTAB INSTITUTIONAL AREA, NEW DELHI-110016

IIFT invites application for admission to 4-Month Certificate Course in International Business Language (Evening) in the following five languages
1. Spanish 2. French 3. German 4. Portuguese 5. Chinese

The course is designed for young businessmen and executives requiring knowledge of inter-cultural dimensions and expertise in an identified international language.

Eligibility: Minimum educational qualification is Graduation. Preference will be given to candidate with work experience.

Selection: Based on interviews to be held at IIFT’s Campus.

Fee: Rs.25,000/- per person for the first course. For any additional language applied for subsequently, there will be 50% discount.

Dates and Timings of the Course: The Course in each language will be held during January – April 2010 and July – October 2010 from 6.00 pm to 8.30 pm on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday (Thrice a week) OR in the weekends from 2 PM to 6 PM. Classes will be held at IIFT Campus in Delhi.

Last Date for receipt of Applications: 15th December 2009

Application Form can be obtained from the Institute on all working days between 10:00 am - 4:30 pm on payment of Rs. 250/- (Rs. 125/- for SC/ST/PH candidates) or download application form from www.iift.edu and accompanied by a Demand Draft/Pay Order for Rs. 250/- (Rs. 125/- for SC/ST/PH candidates) in favour of Indian Institute of Foreign Trade payable at New Delhi at the time of submission.

APPLICATION FORM

For any query, contact:

Gaurav Gulati, Administrative Officer
 INDIAN INSTITUTE OF FOREIGN TRADE
B-21, Qutab Institutional Area, New Delhi 110016
Tel: 26857908, 2696 5124, 2696 6563
Fax: 2685 3956, 26867841, 2686 7851
E-mail: gaurav@iift.ac.in OR admissions@iift.ac.in

GIIB Entrance Test - GET 2010

GIIB Entrance Test - GET 2010

Gitam University
Gandhi Nagar Campus,
Rushikonda,
Visakhapatnam - 530045, AP,
Phone: 0891 - 2840400, 2790505,
Fax: 2790036,
Email: admissions_giib@gitam.edu.

GET 2010 Exam Date: 21st March, 2010.

The two year program of International Business at GITAM University is the flag ship program of erstwhile GITAM Institute of International Business. The Program has become popular through out the country.

Every year students are admitted on an average from 20 states, and they are successfully placed in Industry in India and abroad. In order to promote International Business further, last year two more programs are started in International Banking and Finance & Logistics and Supply Chain Management.

GIIB Admissions 2010 - 2012

    * MBA (International Business)
    * MBA (International Banking and Finance)
    * MBA (Logistics and Supply Chain Mgmt.)

The above three programs are exclusively serviced by the outstanding faculty of International Business, distinguished faculty from Industry and other leading business schools in India and abroad, supported by advanced digital library, campus wide high speed networks, and student support facilities such as executive hostels for boys and girls, Gym, Tennis Courts, Food Courts, Music Center, e-learning center surrounded by green campus.

Year after year, International Business Programs of GITAM are rated second best in the country, and first in south India. Dewang Mehta Award was awarded to International Business Programs of GITAM for the Best Curriculum Inputs during the year 2008.

Students admitted will have the opportunity to go on 'Students - exchange program' to Burgundy School of Business at Dijon, France and other B-Schools in Europe to pursue one trimester.

GET 2010 Eligibility for all Programs:

1. 50% aggregate marks in any Bachelor's Degree (after 10+2) from a recognized university.

2. Those awaiting results of Degree examinations may also apply. However, if proof of graduation is not submitted by 30th September 2010, their admission will be automatically cancelled without refund of fee.

3. CAT - 2009 / IIFT - 2009 / XAT - 2010 / MAT - (Sep - 2009, Dec - 2009, Feb - 2010) / GET'10* scores.

4. We also conduct an admission entrance test - GET'10. The test is optional for those who have other test scores, and compulsory for those who do not have any of the above mentioned scores.

How to Apply for GIIB Entrance Test 2010:

GET 2010 Application along with brochure is available at IMS centres on payment of Rs. 1000/- by cash. The same can also be obtained by post from us, by sending a DD of Rs. 1100/-.

GET 2010 Application can also be downloaded from our website and submitted duly filled - in, enclosing a DD for Rs. 1000/- in favour of "GIIB - GITAM, payable at Visakhapatnam."

GET'10

1. Candidates can register for GET'10 in the same application, by paying an additional fee of Rs. 500/- by DD and send it along with the application. The test will be held on March 21, 2010 at Bangalore, Bhubaneswar, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai & Visakhapatnam.

2. We reserve the right to add or delete any centre.

3. The Facility to apply online will be operational shortly.

GET 2010 Important Dates:

The last date for receiving filled - in application	1st March, 2010
GET'10 Test Date	21st March, 2010
GD and PI	22nd - 24th March, 2010

IIMS and XLRI have no role either in the selection process or in the conduct of the programs.

For more details Contact:
Prof. P. R. S. Sarma,
Chairperson : Admissions,
Gift Bhavan,
Gitam University,
Website: www.giib.edu.in.

Gitam Institute of International Business Entrance Test 2010

FPM Admissions 2010

FPM Admissions 2010

IIMB invites applications to Fellow Programme in Management (FPM)
FPM is the doctoral programme of IIMB. It prepares researchers for academia in all areas of business management and public policy, with specialisations in the areas of (1) Corporate Strategy & Policy (2)  Economics & Social Sciences (3) Marketing (4) Organisational Behaviour & Human Resource Management (5) Finance & Control (6) Production & Operations Management (7) Quantitative Methods & Information Systems (8) Public Policy & Public Systems.

To apply:
For details of eligibility, area-wise requirements, financial support and application, click here.
We encourage applicants to submit valid scores from CAT, GRE, GMAT or GATE, but will also accept applications without test scores. IIMB provides one of the best financial packages for doctoral studies in India.

Click here to download Application Form
Last date for submission of application online: January 29, 2010

Programme Info: fpm@iimb.ernet.in
Phone: +91-80-2699 3056
Admission Info: fpmadm@iimb.ernet.in
Phone: +91-80-26993013/26993017

PGPPM Admissions 2010-12

PGPPM Admissions 2010-12

IIMB invites applications to Post Graduate Programme in Public Policy & Management (PGPPM)
Initiated by the Government of India and UNDP in the year 2002, the PGPPM was conceived as a pioneering programme in public policy. This programme presents an innovative and socially relevant approach to public policy, besides integrating policy design and strategic management required for design and implementation of projects. This is a two-year Masters programme meant for civil servants so as to strengthen their managerial skills and prepare them for new challenges.

The curriculum comprises course work and dissertation. Core courses are supplemented by electives, offered during the fourth and fifth terms. On successful completion of these courses, participants would work on their dissertation. The programme leads to the award of the Post Graduate Diploma in Public Policy and Management by IIMB.

To apply:
For details of eligibility, cost of the programme and placement details click here.

Last date for receipt of applications for Officers of All India Services and Central Services: 31 December 2009

Last date for receipt of applications for Non -DoPT: 30 November 2009

Test/Evaluation to be conducted by IIMB for non-DoPT participants: 20 December 2009

Interviews in Bangalore: II Week of January 2010

Interviews in Delhi: III Week of January 2010

Release of selected list of candidates: Last Week of January 2010

Programme Info: pgppmoffice@iimb.ernet.in
Phone: +91-080-26993749                   
Admission Info: pgppmadm@iimb.ernet.in
Phone: +91-080-26993013/3017            

 

NSRCEL MPEFB-4 Admissions 2010-11

NSRCEL MPEFB-4 Admissions 2010-11

Nadathur S Raghavan Centre for Entrepreneurial Learning (NSRCEL), a Centre of Excellence at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB) has announced admissions to the fourth batch of the Management Programme for Entrepreneurs & Family Businesses (MPEFB - 4), starting February 8, 2010.

Designed exclusively for entrepreneurs of family businesses, MPEFB aims to enhance the quality of business management skills in entrepreneurial firms by proving a workable model for entrepreneurs to acquire such skills.

The one year MPEFB programme has both residential and non-residential options. The last date for submitting applications is December 7, 2009.

Click here to download MPEFB brochure

Indian Institute of Management Bangalore
Bannerghatta Road, Bangalore, India
Pin Code: 560 076
Phone Number: +91-80-26582450 / 26993996
Fax Number: +91-80-26584050 / 26584004 / 26584181 / 26581602

 

International Conference on Data Management

Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad, University of Saskatchewan, Canada and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore take pleasure in inviting you to register, contribute papers and participate at Third International Conference on Data Management ICDM2010. The conference aims to provide a platform for academicians, research scholars, practicing managers and students of management to develop, contribute and present papers in Data management. The event will help in bringing together executives from Industry and academics to meet discuss, exchange views and experiences on various issues managing data for critical decision making in any organization.

History

The 1^st International Conference on Data Management was held at Institute of Management Technology Ghaziabad campus during 25th – 26th February 2008. The conference broadly covered the topics ranging from High Performance computing, imaging and Artificial Intelligence to Process re-engineering, Investments and Risk Management. The Conference has received overwhelming response across the globe. Technical sessions have been organized in parallel tracks of Information Systems, Information Technology and Information Management The intellectuals represented from India, Brazil, China, Bangladesh, USA, Vienna, Korea, Australia, Malasia, Turkey, Canada, Singapore and many other countries and made their discussions truly international. The conference was inaugurated by Dr Madan Gupta, Professor and Director, Intelligent Systems Research Laboratory, College of engineering Saskatchewan, Canada. The keynote address was delivered by R. Sri Nivasan, Tata Consultancy services Ltd. India. The 2^nd International Conference on Data Management was held on 10-11th February 2009 in collaboration with University of Saskatchewan, Canada and Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. The conference was attended by over 200 delegates from Autralia, USA, Canada, Turkey, Singapore, India, Bangladesh and many other countries. The conference witnessed a rich exchange of ideas amongst IT professionals. The conference was inaugurated by Mr. Venkateshwarlu, Commissioner, Meerut Division. The keynote address was delivered by Mr. Neeraj Prakash, Director, SAP India, on “Enterprise Content: Going Beyond Single Version of Truth’. The plenary session was conducted by Mr. Amit Sachdeva, VP, IBM India and Prof. S. Chandrashekhar, Sr. Professor, FIMT, Senior Solution Manager (Technical) from Oracle India and Mr. Swapnil Purkait, CEO, Nettech India.

International Conference on Business and IT: The Contemporary research and development

Institute of Management Technology Ghaziabad takes pleasure in inviting you to register, contribute papers and participate at International Conference on Business and IT: The Contemporary research and development.

Conference Objectives:

The conference aims to provide a platform for academicians, research scholars, practicing managers and students of management to develop, contribute and present papers on contemporary research and the development of new approaches to business and information technology. It is the second joint international conference on business and information technology organised by IMT Ghaziabad, Newcastle Business School and Beijing Foreign Studies University.

Scope:

With a fundamental shift in the economics of information underway and thanks to the explosion in connectivity resulting in a new wave in the information revolution, this second joint international conference co-hosted by IMT Ghaziabad, Newcastle Business School and Beijing Foreign Studies University explores the new directions of information revolution to the business and global society and its consequent impact on India and the Asia-Pacific region and on Indian management and management in Asia, China and Australia. In a new era defined by a recovery from the Global Economic Crisis, the Business and Information Technology: Contemporary research and development Conference explores the challenges faced by business and management by firms, governments and consumers in the Asia-Pacific region. The conference provides a forum for disseminating new research findings, practices and techniques in the disciplines and issues confronting the business, governments and societies in the Asia-Pacific region.

The Conference will bring together executives from Industry and academics to discuss practical and theoretical developments in business and IT, where views and experiences on business and IT problems can be shared and exchanged. The Conference seeks to provide solutions and new perspectives on current business problems.

Call for Papers

Only Original papers are invited. The areas mentioned below are only indicative and not exhaustive in coverage.

Themes and sub themes

• Information Technology, management and systems: trends and issues in Hardware, Softwere, Databases, data management, networking
• Contributions are welcome under the umbrella of 'Business adn IT: Contemporary Research and Development' in all fields of Business Management, Marketing, Economics

The contributor can include topics falling under ‘The Contemporary research and development’, pertaining to areas like Business Management, decision Sciences etc.

WHO CAN SUBMIT PAPERS

• Academics in business, economics, management development and engineering colleges
• Doctoral students and post graduate students
• Change management and leadership consultants
• Corporate heads of organization
• Management development professionals
• Managing directors and general managers
• Senior development directors and consultants

Link  : http://www.imt.edu/ICBIRD2010/index.asp?page=callforcase.htm

first International Conference on Brand Management @ (IMTG)

Introduction

The Institute of Management Technology, Ghaziabad (IMTG), following the grand success of the first International Conference on Brand Management, is happy to announce the Second International Conference on Brand Management in collaboration with the Center for Indian Business, University of Greenwich. The trigger for this conference remains the emerging importance of brand creation coupled with sustenance of successful commercial brands and not to forget, the overwhelming support and response of the brand community for the first conference.

In the present turbulent marketing scenario, brands have redifined business and its boundaries. The brand array ranges from political brands to service brands to person brands to place brands ..... and the list goes on.Corporate houses are revamping the branding exercise with more emphasis on a holisitic corporate brand identity. Brands are created, positioned and repositioned through various processes like Brand Semiotics, Brand Communities, Brand Personality, Brand Endorsement, Corporate Social Responsibility, Green Marketing, etc.This conference looks at the changing dynamics in the international branding scenario and the drivers that shape the brand architecture. Moreover, this platform aims to create synergy between the branding fraternity in the industry and academics.

The objectives of the conference are:

• To provide a forum to present and discuss various branding tools and models, current trends and dynamics in global branding.
• To facilitate sharing research based knowledge among academicians and practitioners on contemporary areas of Brand Management.

Deadlines:

Last Date for Registration	November 30, 2009
Conference Inaugural	January 08, 2010
Conference Dinner	January 08, 2010
IMT- CIB Workshop	January 09, 2010
Valedictory Session	January 09, 2010

Link : http://www.imt.edu/ICBM2010/index.asp?page=dates.htm

SNAP 2009

Candidates intending to apply to SCMHRD for its two year full-time residential MBA program, first need to apply for Symbiosis National Aptitude Test (SNAP test) - www.snaptest.org. SNAP test is a common entrance test mandatory for students to apply to any post-graduate programs of Symbiosis. On applying for SNAP test, candidates will be allotted a unique number called the SNAP ID.

After apply for SNAP test, candidates are required to register on SCMHRD's website (Click here to Register). On registering successfully, candidates will be alloted a Security Identification ID (SID) Key on screen as well as by email using which they can login to the admissions website. The SID key will uniquely identify the candidate and will have to be specified for all communications with the institute.

On receipt of SID Key, candidates can login to the SCMHRD Admissions Website (Click here to Login). and make a payment of Rs. 1000 towards application fee. The payment can be made in one of the following modes -

  From selected branches of AXIS Bank. (Click here for list of selected branchs). Payment should be made latest by 11^th Jan 2010. Click here to download AXIS Bank Payment Slip (Challan).

  Online using credit card / debit card on SNAP website or on SCMHRD website from till 11^th Jan 2010.

  By sending a demand draft amounting Rs. 1,000 in favour of 'Director, Symbiosis Centre for Mgmt. & HRD' payable at Pune, along with your name, address, phone nos. and e-mail id. Demand draft should be dated 11^th Jan 2010 or earlier and should reach us lastest by 11^th Jan 2010.

  Over the counter at SCMHRD's Admissions Office latest by 11^th Jan 2010.

Please note that the last date to register on SCMHRD's website and making the payment of application fee for admission is 11^th Jan 2010 and to fill and submit the online application form is 13^th Jan 2010

Integrated Risk Management Seminar - 2009

Integrated Risk Management Seminar - 2009

For some 'Business is Risk' for some others 'Risk is Business'. Which ever way we take, risk determines the reward of doing and being in business. All theories of finance aim at identification and mitigation of risk. Risk can have various names like operational, credit or market risks and it is therefore essential that organisations learn to recognize these different kinds of risk and manage them

So, is Risk Management a new buzzword or a basic necessity in the growing dynamics of global business?

The exposure of the business is no longer restricted to local or national levels and any event from Colorado to Kolkata affects the business. Since risk is such an integral part, can we avoid risk? Or is identification of risk and reduction in uncertainty more important than its sheer avoidance?

Every risk brings with it an opportunity and tests the appetite to make use of it. To explore this and much more on risk, its identification and opportunity

Click here to download Seminar brochure 

Project Management using Microsoft Project - 11th and 12th Dec 2009

Project Management using Microsoft Project - 11th and 12th Dec 2009

Register today for a complete hands on session on Project Management Using Microsoft Project.
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Project Management using MS Project

A complete hands-on session on MS Project along with a brief introduction on concepts of Project Management. MS Project being one of the tools for Scheduling, Monitoring your Project Plan and Execution. It also helps you in estimating Cost, Resources and Tracking your project and gives you an opportunity to know where there is a schedule slippage or cost over run.

Why Ms Project?

Microsoft Project is a powerful business tool that allows a user to plan, monitor, and schedule using resources such as people, equipment, time and money. It provides easy-to-use tools that help in the analysis of project information by using Gantt Charts, graphs, tables, and views to track a project and quickly identify when the project is not progressing according to the plan.

Who Should Attend?

This hands-on is designed for project staff members and managers with little experience with MS Project. Upon participating at this programme, participants whose profile is given below, will be able to use the basic features of the tool and use it for day-to-day project management.

• Project managers who are responsible for schedules.
  
• Team members who are responsible for project deliverables.
  
• Business managers who are accountable for scheduled service deliveries .
  
• Construction managers and supervisors who must manage multiple resources within timelines.
  
• Network managers who are responsible for deliverables and services .
  
• Programmers who must report their objectives to managers against a specific schedule .
  

Programme Content

• Project Management
  
• Introduction to MS Project
  
• Establishing a Project
  
• Managing Resources
  
• Tracking Progress
  
• Sharing Resources across Projects
  
• Views & Reports
  
• Working with Multiple Projects
  

Methodology

Complete 2 days of interactive Hands – on – Sessions on a 2:1 (participant: PC) ratio.

Benefits of Participation

Key reasons for using MS Project includes

• Effectively manage and understand project schedules
  
• Get productive quickly
  
• Leverage existing data
  
• Build professional charts & diagrams
  
• Effectively communicate information
  
• Gain greater control on resources & finance
  
• Quickly access the information you need
  
• Track projects according to your needs
  
• Customize MS Project to your needs
  

Support on doubts or questions on MS Project post training would be responded over email or phone.

Dates / Schedule of Sessions

11th December 2009 - Registration	9:00am
11th – 12th December 2009 Sessions	9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Venue	S. P. Jain Institute of Management & Research

Participation Fees

Rs. 10000/- per person for two days. A discount of 10% will be admissible on three or more nominations from an organization only where payment of fees is received in advance. Participation fee is non-refundable, but change in nomination is acceptable.

Nomination & Enquiries

Ms. Jerene Jose
Center for Project Management
S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research.
Bhavans College Campus,
Dadabhai Road, Munshi Nagar,
Andheri (West). Mumbai-400058
India

Tel: 022 - 61460320, 022 - 61460225
Email: cpm@spjimr.org

Registration Form

Click here to download the registration form in pdf format.

Start Your Business Program at SPJIMR

Start Your Business Program at SPJIMR

Have you always wanted to start your business but wondered if you have what it takes?

Do you have a business idea but don't know how to convert it into a profitable business?

Do you know the critical success factors for starting and managing a business?

Are you ready to start your own business?

Starting a small business and making it a success requires hard work, focus and commitment. Start Your Business (SYB) is the first program of its kind; it polishes your potential for satisfaction and success as an entrepreneur.

Ideas and money are not constraints - having the know-how to start a sustainable business is. In the words of Prof Suresh Rao, Start Your Business (SYB) Program Coordinator, and Chairperson, Center for Entrepreneurship at S. P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR), "We believe there is an unmet need among potential entrepreneurs in India for learning how to start and grow a business profitably and this entrepreneurship course would serve that need."

The Centre for Entrepreneurship at SPJIMR has designed a course for budding entrepreneurs who have the passion and willingness to start his/her own venture.

What is the Start Your Business Program?

Start Your Business Program is an entrepreneurial education program that serves the needs of budding entrepreneurs who have a business idea and are keen to convert it into a sustainable business. This program will assist you in acquiring the knowledge, skills and attitude for realizing your dream of becoming a successful entrepreneur. You get an opportunity to network with entrepreneurs, venture capitalists , marketers, service providers and others from the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Who is the program for?

This program is for you if you

• Are a graduate
  
• Aspire to become an entrepreneur
  
• Have a business idea
  
• Have fire in your belly

Entrepreneurs in the early stages of setting up their venture will also find this program very useful for writing their business plan. The Start Your Business Program can also help graduating students to get a head start in a new business venture.

What is the duration of the program?

The SYB weekend program extends over 16 weekends with full day session on Saturday and half day on Sunday. The schedule for Saturday is from 9:00am to 6:00pm with lunch and tea breaks and for Sunday from 9:00am to 1:30pm. After the completion of 16 weekends, you will present your business plan to a panel of Venture Capitalists, entrepreneurs and mentors.

LINK : http://www.spjimr.org/syb/syb_home.asp

ECONOMETRICS FOR MANAGEMENT RESEARCH (October 19-24, 2009)

ECONOMETRICS FOR MANAGEMENT RESEARCH
(October 19-24, 2009)

FOR WHOM

This programme is targeted at the faculty members from Business schools who are interested in doing empirical research in the area of Management and related fields using econometrics tools. The programme is foundation course.

OBJECTIVE

The objective of this programme is to provide an introduction to the participant about the subject of econometrics. It is aimed that, at the end of the course, the participants should fearlessly be able to engage in empirical research by using econometric analysis. The programme is useful to understand econometric estimation techniques, particularly linear regression analysis, through theoretical explanations and demonstrations using computer software packages.

COVERAGE

(A) Introduction to Econometrics:

• Simple or Two Variable Linear Regression Model
• Multiple Linear Regression Mode;
• Practical Aspects of the Linear Regression Models - Multicollinearity, Heteroscedasticity, Autocorrelation and Model Selection.

(B) Selected Topics

• Autoregressive and Distributed Lag Models
• Dummy Variable Model
• Logit and Probit Models
• Simultaneous Equations Models
• Introduction to Time-series Econometrics

PEDAGOGY

Lectures/Presentations
Econometrics Computer Software Demonstrations

FEE

For Participants from AICTE approved institutions : Rs. 4,000.00
From Non-AICTE approved institutions : Rs. 8,000.00

CANCELLATION POLICY

In the event of cancellation of nomination, full refund of the program fee will be made, if request is received in writing at least 15 days before commencement of the program. No refund will be made if such a request comes after this date. However, the amount can be adjusted against nominations in future programs.

DATE & VENUE

This programme will be held during October 19-24, 2009 at IIMK Campus, Kunnamangalam, Calicut. Accommodation will be provided on a twin sharing basis in the IIMK Guest Houses.

LAST DATE

Nomination forms duly endorsed by the Head of the Institution along with DD should reach the FDP Office latest by October 05, 2009. DD will be returned to those who are not selected for the programme.

Programme Director : Prof. Sthanumoorthy R

NATIONAL WORKSHOP ON Integrating Spirituality and Mathematical Science

NATIONAL WORKSHOP ON
Integrating Spirituality and Mathematical Science

December 21 - 23, 2009

After conducting series of International Conferences on different dimensions of integrating spirituality and management Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi now announces a 3 day National Workshop on “Integrating Spirituality and Mathematical Science” during December 21 – 23, 2009 at University of Delhi.

The Background

In India Mathematical science and spirituality have always gone together as the roots being same – Vedas. According to Vedic mathematics all of mathematics is based on sixteen sutras or word – formulae, for example, vertically and crosswise is one of the Sutras. These formulae describe the way the mind naturally works and therefore a great help in directing the student to the appropriate method of solution. Hence, the researchers put Vedic maths as the technology and science of order and precision, which maintains the uprightness of unity and also spreads variety with it. It is also said to be the Natural Law's structuring dynamic; it instinctively designs the source and goal of natural law, which is the orderly theme of evolution. Thus Vedic science includes gathering inner knowledge through reason and experimentation leading to direct perception of truth. The proposed workshop intends to initiate discussions on logical – mathematical approach to understand the nature of consciousness.

The Rationale

Recognizing the importance and place of the outer and inner sciences, the workshop will make the participants learn to integrate both to create harmony in our lives at all levels. Our technical capabilities are increasing at an enormous speed as compare to the development of values in modern societies. This is creating almost an empty culture. We need a broadly accepted spirituality in the present time that gives us purpose and meaning beyond the necessities of daily existence.

The Focus

There will be various panel discussions and resource persons delivering more theoretical kind of talks under the broad theme of “Integration Spirituality and of Mathematical Science”. This broad theme will contain the thoughts related to origin of natural sciences and systematic spiritual practices.

The deliberations will focus on:

1. Logical Mathematical Approach to Spirituality.
2. Mathematical Science as a Form of Spirituality and Spirituality as a Type of Science.
3. The Concept of Time and Space Vis – A- Vis Spirituality.
4. Mathematical Science And Supra-mental Consciousness
5. Mathematical Science and Mystical Experience.
6. Conscious Mind and Cognitive Artificial Intelligence.
7. Religio – Spiritual Sources Of Modern Science

Who can Attend

The proposed workshop intends to bring together the doctoral students, particularly young ones, working in the area of Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, Operations Research, Management, Life Sciences, Psychology, Philosophy, Spirituality and Religion on one platform to discuss the rationalistic – scientific approach to spirituality.

Venue

University of Delhi

Registration Fee

A nominal registration fee of Rs. 1000/ is charged per participant. The fee covers lodging and fooding and access to Workshop materials. The participants are encouraged to present their thoughts in a structured form during the workshop. Those participants who develop concrete ideas on the theme of the workshop will be provided a waiver of the entire registration fee.

Payment should be made in the form of DD in favour of ‘Registrar, University of Delhi.’

Form

To download the registration form click here.

Total Number of Participants

The Workshop plans to accommodate 50 participants. The selection will be made on the basis of genuine interest expressed by the participants. The Registration Form contains a section on Expression of Interest that is necessary to be completed by the participants. Please ensure that you submit a duly completed Registration Form.

Deadlines to Remember

1. Application Submission : October 31, 2009
2. Decision Announced : November 15, 2009

Workshop Organizing Committee

1. Prof. J.K.Mitra, Dean & Head, Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi
   
   
2. Dr. Debadyuti Das, Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi
   
   
3. Prof. B.K. Das, Head – Department of Mathematical Sciences, University of Delhi

Co - Convener

4. Prof. Sunita Singh Sengupta, Faculty of Management Studies, University of Delhi – Workshop Convener

Address for Correspondence:

Please send the filled registration form along with DD to the following address.
Sunita Singh Sengupta, Ph.D.
Workshop Convener
Faculty of Management Studies
University of Delhi
Delhi – 110 007
Contact No. 9873167484
Email: sengupta.sunitasingh@gmail.com; sunita.singhsengupta@gmail.com

Patent Search (Sep 09) & Drafting Workshop (Oct 09)

Patent Search (Sep 09) & Drafting Workshop (Oct 09)

Advance Workshop on Patent Searching & Patent Drafting

IPR chair and IPR Cell, IIT Bombay is happy to announce a two day weekend advanced workshop on patent searching & drafting.

Objective of workshop:

1. To provide the guidance and the techniques for effective prior art searches required for patent application.
2. To provide the techniques for drafting an effective Patent Claim.

Pedagogy:

• Completely hands on.
• Assignments on searching will be provided which will be carried forward to patent drafting.
• Use of latest Patent databases.

Eligibility:

1. Those who have attended “Fundamentals in IPR workshop” in 2008.
2. Those who have completed any other basic course in IPR, specifically patents.
3. Fundamental knowledge on patents and its structure, application procedure is a prerequisite.

Dates:

Patent Searching: Sept 19, 2009

Patent Drafting: Second week of October (to be announced soon).

Timings of workshop: 0930 hrs – 1730hrs with a lunch break.

Registration Fees:

For IITB Community: Rupees Two Hundred only (Rs200/-)

For others: Rupees Two Hundred and Fifty only (Rs250/-)

The registration fee includes patent search and drafting workshop.

Certificates will be provided only for those attending BOTH the workshops.

Being hands on, Seats are very limited

Venue:

Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management.

IIT, Bombay, Powai, Mumbai -400076

Contact:

Mukundan R / mukundan[at]iitb.ac.in for further details

Registration fee time: 1530hrs – 1630hrs on working days.

MDP Lab, Third Floor, SJMSOM, IIT Bombay

“Q-Equip Business Innovation Award- 2009” at FMS Delhi

“Q-Equip Business Innovation Award- 2009” at FMS Delhi

Format of the Contest

• All the bonafide students of the second year enrolled in the MBA, Full Time course at FMS Delhi will be eligible to participate in the contest
• The eligible students can participate in Teams of 2
• The winning team will be awarded a cash prize of INR 1,00,000 (INR One Lac only)
• Additionally there will also be Running Trophies for the Winning and the Runner’s Up Teams. Certificates will be given to all the six finalist teams who are invited to present their entries

Tentative Deadlines

• Last Date for Submission of Participating Teams & Their Profiles: 28th October 2009
• Last Date for Submission of Entries: 28th November 2009

Surprise, Function and Experience: How Innovativeness and Utilitarian and Hedonic Attributes Affect Consumer Word of Mouth

Surprise, Function and Experience: How Innovativeness and Utilitarian and Hedonic Attributes Affect Consumer Word of Mouth

October 30, 2009
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM (Friday)
AC2 MLT

Purushottam Papatla

School of Business Administration

Abstract:
We propose and empirically test a theory to explain the volume and type of consumer word of mouth for products. Our theory builds on Chitturi et al’s (2008) theoretical framework and includes innovativeness as a stimulant of word of mouth. The theory leads to four sets of hypotheses. The first two are regarding the effects of utilitarian and hedonic attributes and the third is related to the role of innovativeness. Specifically, the hypotheses related to the role of utilitarian attributes are that satisfying consumers on such attributes does not generate positive word of mouth while not pleasing them on those attributes results in negative word of mouth. The hypotheses related to hedonic attributes state that pleasing consumers on those attributes leads to positive word of mouth but that not doing so does not stimulate negative word of mouth. The third set of hypotheses are that innovativeness increases the volume of word of mouth but that it could increase both positive and negative word of mouth simultaneously. The fourth set of hypotheses is related to the effects of ignoring the role of innovativeness in analyzing consumer word of mouth. We expect this to result in two types of effects: inflated estimates of the effects of utilitarian and hedonic attributes on word of mouth and incorrect signs for the effects. We test the theory empirically on consumer word of mouth over a seven year period for 279 models of automobiles across 36 brands. All four sets of hypotheses are supported by our empirical results and suggest that utilitarian and hedonic attributes play very different roles in consumer word of mouth. Specifically, utilitarian attributes are the primary determinants of negative word of mouth in that, if products are not satisfactory on those attributes, consumers are likely to express their unhappiness to other consumers. Satisfying consumers on these attributes, however, does not necessarily lead to positive word of mouth. Hedonic attributes, on the other hand, are primarily responsible for positive word of mouth in that, if they are pleased with the performance of products on those attributes, consumers are likely to discuss the positive aspects of the products with other consumers. Not pleasing consumers on these attributes, on the other hand, is unlikely to stimulate negative word of mouth. Product innovativeness plays a role that is different from that of product attributes. Specifically, innovativeness can lead to both negative and positive word of mouth. Additionally, because of this dual effect, omitting innovativeness from an analysis of the role of product attributes in consumer word of mouth can lead to inflated and incorrect estimates of their effects. We also present the managerial implications of our findings.

Riding the Asian Elephant – Emerging Opportunities in the Asian Technology Landscape

Riding the Asian Elephant – Emerging Opportunities in the Asian Technology Landscape

The role of technology in business has been ever-expanding, leading to increasing opportunities for technology firms. Asia has been at the fore-front of this knowledge Information technology revolution. As the centre of economic gravity begins its journey eastwards, we must ask ourselves the question – What can firms do to successfully ride the Asian elephant?

The Indian School of Business (ISB) and the Business Technology Club invite your presence at the first Annual Technology Conclave, to discuss this topic and much more. Located in Hyderabad, the emerging epicentre of the Indian IT industry, the ISB has always endeavoured to be the focal point for new ideas in this industry. The Conclave aims to bring together visionaries and leaders from diverse sectors like IT/ITeS, Telecom, High-Tech and Semiconductors to delve into the future of Technology in Asia.

In addition to the keynote speech to set the tone of the Conclave, we have two stimulating discussions lined up:

• Asian Markets – New Hotspots for IT Companies
• Improving the Bottomline – Next Generation Business Models

The conclusion also marks the culmination of the BTC-initiated ISB Corporate Challenge. We will also have several other activities to keep you entertained including quizzes and competitions. Finally, the Conclave is a wonderful opportunity to interact with the leaders charged with determining the future of technology.

So, book your calendar for October 23, 2009 and head to the Indian School of Business for the most interesting discussion of technology and its future. Please use the “Contact Us” page to find out more.

Agenda

9:30am–10:30am	Registration
10:30am–11:00am	Opening Ceremony Keynote Address and Address by the Dean, Chief Guest, Guest of Honour
11:00am–11:15am	Tea Break
11:15am–1:00pm (Panel discussion- Telecom)	Opening Talk by Panel Moderator
	Topic 1 - Speaker A
	Topic 2 - Speaker B
	Topic 3 - Speaker C
	Topic 4 - Speaker D
	Topic 5 - Speaker E
	Open Discussion and Q&A
1:00pm–2:00pm	Power Lunch
2:05am–3:45pm (Panel discussion-IT)	Opening Talk by Panel Moderator
	Topic 1 - Speaker A
	Topic 2 - Speaker B
	Topic 3 - Speaker C
	Topic 4 - Speaker D
	Topic 5 - Speaker E
	Open Discussion and Q&A
3:45pm–4:00pm	Tea Break
4:00pm–5:00pm	Student’s Presentation for the Business Plan Competition
5:00pm–5:30pm	High Tea and informal interaction of students with invitees