Pedagogy at Vivekanand Business School

Vivekanand Business School (VBS) follows an evolving pedagogy that blends academic theory with real-world application, ensuring students receive high-quality, employment-focused education. The institute regularly invites industry experts, renowned academicians, and alumni to bridge the gap between classroom learning and corporate expectations. Here are the key pedagogical components of the Vivekanand PGDM program:

Global Trends and International Perspective

In today’s rapidly shifting global business environment, understanding international dynamics is vital. VBS Mumbai includes global business exposure through the PGDM in Business Analytics and other specializations. The school hosts international conferences and seminars featuring Indian and foreign speakers to build awareness around global economic trends, AI innovations, and emerging technologies.

Student Exchange Program

To provide students with global exposure, VBS has signed MoUs with prestigious international institutions such as:

• Technical University of Cartagena (Spain)
• University of Highlands and Islands (UK)
• Lincoln University (USA)
• ENAE Business School (Spain)
• Zagreb School of Economics and Management (Croatia)
• Delaware State University (USA)

Students and faculty benefit from exchange programs, joint research projects, and ERASMUS Mobility Program opportunities with institutions in Poland, Spain, and beyond.

Experiential Learning

Experiential learning is all about learning by doing. Instead of just reading theories or memorizing concepts, students get to apply what they’ve learned in real-world situations. It’s a practical approach that helps them build confidence, sharpen their problem-solving skills, and truly understand how business works.

At business schools like VBS, this kind of hands-on learning comes in many forms. Students work on live industry projects, take up internships, and participate in case study discussions that mirror actual corporate challenges. Simulations and role-plays give them a chance to step into decision-making roles, helping them think on their feet.

Industrial visits expose students to real operations and systems, while entrepreneurship assignments push them to think creatively and take initiative. Being part of student committees and organizing campus events also teaches valuable lessons in teamwork, leadership, and responsibility. Workshops and certification programs add another layer, offering practical skills in areas like digital tools, data analytics, and more.

All of this together creates a dynamic learning environment—one that prepares students not just for their first job, but for a long and successful career ahead.

Yuva for Seva: Social Immersion Program

Under the Yuva for Seva initiative, students participate in a 3-week internship with NGOs across India. They identify real-world social issues and propose innovative, implementable solutions, helping them become socially responsible leaders.

Guru Shishya Program

Replacing the traditional mentoring system, the Guru Shishya Program is a personalized initiative where experienced faculty mentors guide students through academic and personal challenges. This one-on-one mentoring builds a strong support system for every VBS student.

Personality Development Program

The Personality Development Program at VBS goes beyond soft skills. Through:

• Individual personality profiling
• Communication and leadership training
• Public speaking workshops

Students build the self-confidence and interpersonal abilities required for success in the corporate world. This initiative aligns with the institute’s goal to create future-ready professionals.

Student Cells

To enrich learning and holistic development, VBS has established multiple Student Cells:

• Incubation & Entrepreneurship Cell: Promotes innovative business ideas.
• Alumni Cell: Strengthens alumni-student connections.
• Branding and Social Media Cell: Enhances students’ digital marketing skills.
• CSR Cell: Focuses on ethical and responsible management practices.
• Operations & Supply Chain Management Cell: Offers real-time knowledge in logistics and SCM.
• Marketing Cell: Sharpens marketing acumen and strategy development.
• Students Welfare Committee: Ensures student well-being and support.
• Women Development Cell (WDC): Hosts inspirational seminars by successful women professionals.

Internship Programs

Summer Internship Program (SIP)
A robust 3 months internship aimed at first-year PGDM students to help them apply their theoretical learning in real-world scenarios. It sharpens decision-making skills, business acumen, and communication through corporate exposure.

• Aditya Birla Capital
• ICICI Bank
• Axis Bank
• Godrej (Godrej Properties)
• PWC
• GEP Solutions
• HDFC Bank / HDFC Life Insurance 
• KPMG
• JLL 
• EY (Ernst & Young)
• Morgan Stanley
• Larsen & Toubro
• Deloitte
• Nomura
• Capgemini
• Indiamart
• DCB Bank
• Berger Paints
• Hershey’s
• Infoedge (Naukri.com)

Vivekanand Business School (VBS) continues to enhance its academic model to reflect modern business realities. Through innovative pedagogy, international collaboration, real-time learning, and social conscious initiatives, VBS Mumbai empowers students to grow into responsible, skilled, and visionary professionals.

Hetaal Palan
Assistant Director

Student Relations
Vivekanand Business School