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Objectives
Internationalization at SIBM Bengaluru is rooted in our vision statement – Promoting international understanding through quality education. The objectives of internationalization are aligned to the following mission statements of SIU:
- To inculcate the spirit of ’Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’ (the world is one family)
- To contribute towards knowledge generation and dissemination
- To develop global competencies amongst students
- To produce thought-provoking leaders for the society
Student Exchange
Our MBA student exchange program offers an enriching opportunity for students to immerse themselves in diverse academic environments abroad, enhancing their global perspective and networking capabilities. Through partnerships with esteemed foreign universities, participants gain access to specialized courses, fostering cross-cultural collaboration and personal growth.
As part of SIU’s Global Immersion program, SIBM-B students have had the opportunity to attend prestigious international institutions such as the Berlin School of Economics & Law (Germany), HOCHSCHULE-Bremen (Germany), Dauphine University (France), and Rennes School of Business (France).
We are thrilled to announce a new partnership between Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Bengaluru (SIBM-B), Symbiosis International (Deemed University), and Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business (GSB) for a dual degree program. This unique opportunity allows our Master’s students to pursue an additional Master of Science in Finance (MSF) degree from Fordham alongside their MBA from SIBM-B. During the program, students will engage in a semester exchange schedule, enhancing their academic and cultural experiences.
Fordham University’s Gabelli School of Business (GSB) holds prestigious rankings, including 21st in the Best Business Schools for MBA Finance Specialty and 14th in International Business by U.S. News and World Report. Furthermore, GSB is recognized as Tier 1 in North America for MBA programs by CEO Magazine.
For more details on our internationalization programs, students can reach out to:
- Dr. Bikramaditya Ghosh (b.ghosh@sibm.edu.in)
- Dr Anuradha Goswami (anuradha@sibm.edu.in)
Faculty Collaboration
At SIBM Bengaluru, we actively cultivate partnerships with international academia to facilitate faculty exchanges and foster collaborative research. Through faculty exchange programs, we promote opportunities for our faculty to teach at esteemed international universities. Additionally, our emphasis on research collaboration encourages faculty to engage in joint research projects with scholars from around the world.
SIBM-B has participated in Erasmus+ teaching mobility program at Vives University of Applied Sciences, Kortrijk, West Flanders Belgium and Postdoctoral extension projects for faculty.
| Year | Collaborating SIBM-B Professor | Collaborating Foreign Professor | Collaborating University |
| 2023 | Eliza Sharma | Mondal, Subhra | Duy Tan University, Da Nang, Viet Nam |
| 2023 | Eliza Sharma | Vrana, Vasiliki G. | International Hellenic University, Serres, Greece |
| 2023 | R Naveenan | Ahmad, Zamri | School of Management, Universiti Sains Malaysia, Gelugor, Malaysia |
| 2023 | R Naveenan | Loang, Ooi Kok | City University, Petaling Jaya, Malaysia |
| 2022 | Semila Fernandes | Venkatesh V.G. | EM Normandie Business School, METIS Lab, France |
| 2022 | Semila Fernandes | Shi, Yangyan | University of Geosciences, Wuhan, China |
| Macquarie Business School, Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia | |||
| 2022 | Balasudarsun NL | Hong, Paul | The College of Business and Innovation, Toledo, United States |
| 2022-23 | Bikramaditya Ghosh | Kazouz, Hayfa | Université de Sousse, Sousse, Tunisia |
| Umar, Zaghum | Zayed University, Dubai, United Arab Emirates | ||
| Bouri, Elie | Lebanese American University, Beirut, Lebanon | ||
| Wee, Jung Bum | Graduate School of Business, Seoul, South Korea | ||
| Zulfiqar, Noshaba | University of Wah, Rawalpindi, Pakistan | ||
| Paparas, Dimitrios | Harper Adams University, Newport, United Kingdom | ||
| Pham, Linh | Lake Forest College, Lake Forest, United States | ||
| Teplova, Tamara | HSE University, Moscow, Russian Federation | ||
| Papathanasiou, Spyros | National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece | ||
| Kenourgios, Dimitris | |||
| Pergeris, Georgios | |||
| 2019 | Madhvi Sethi | Chidambaran, Nemmara | Fordham University, New York, United States |
| 2022 | Swarnalakshmi U | Thaker, Jagadish | The University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand |
| 2022 | Vandita Dar | ||
| 2022 | Vandita Dar | Papathanasiou, Spyros | National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, Greece |
| 2023 | Vandita Dar | Kenourgios, Dimitris |
One research paper was published as a part of a foreign funded project (HSE University, Moscow, Russia), details are furnished below:
| Funding University | Collaboration | Paper Title | DOI | SIBM Collaborator |
| HSE University, Moscow, Russia | Basic Research program at HSE University. | COVID-19 and the quantile connectedness between energy and metal markets | https://doi.org/10.1016/j.eneco.2022.106420 | Bikramaditya Ghosh |
SIBM-Bengaluru has also signed a ‘Letter of Engagement’ with the National College of Ireland (NCIRL) with the intent to engage in collaborative research, teaching, and other academic pursuits (May 2, 2022).
International Admissions
At SIBM Bengaluru, we pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment, where students from various corners of the globe come together to enrich their educational journey.
Embracing the philosophy of “vasudhaiva kutumbakam” (the world is one family), SIBM Bengaluru actively welcomes students from various countries, recognizing the invaluable contributions they bring to our vibrant community. Each year, we typically admit a significant proportion, ranging from 10% to 15%, of international students into our esteemed flagship MBA program.
Our international student body hails from diverse nations such as Nepal, Bangladesh, Oman, Qatar, and the UAE, representing a rich tapestry of cultures, perspectives, and experiences. This multicultural mosaic enhances the peer learning quotient at SIBM Bengaluru, providing students with unique opportunities to engage in cross-cultural exchanges, broaden their global outlook, and develop a deeper understanding of the interconnected world we live in.
Join us at SIBM Bengaluru, where diversity is celebrated, and every voice is valued. Experience the transformative power of learning alongside peers from around the globe as we strive to create global leaders who are equipped to navigate the complexities of an ever-evolving business landscape.
Internationalization - Bridging Borders, Building Knowledge
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