Pune: Suryadatta Institute Of Management & Mass Communication Granted Autonomous Status By UGC
Pune: Suryadatta Institute of Management & Mass Communication (SIMMC), affiliated with Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU), has been granted Autonomous Status by the University Grants Commission (UGC), marking a significant milestone in its academic journey. SIMMC offers MBA, MCA, BBA, and BCA programmes and has been accredited with an ‘A’ Grade by NAAC, besides holding AICTE approval. The…
The Suryadatta Institute of Management & Mass Communication (SIMMC), situated in Pune, has received Autonomous Status from the University Grants Commission (UGC), a significant achievement in its educational journey. This prestigious recognition is offered by the same institute that SIMMC is affiliated with, Savitribai Phule Pune University (SPPU).
SIMMC provides MBA, MCA, BBA, and BCA programs, earning an ‘A’ Grade accreditation from NAAC. Additionally, the institute maintains AICTE approval. The autonomy granted by the UGC will empower SIMMC with increased flexibility in crafting the curriculum, selecting assessment methods, delivering industry-relevant courses, conducting research, and implementing innovative academic initiatives.
In the coming years, SIMMC aspires to introduce modern electives that align with emerging industry trends, such as Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, digital advertising, influencer marketing, e-commerce, data analytics, sustainable business practices, leadership development, and digital business management.
This autonomy is set to further fortify SIMMC’s commitment to experiential learning. The institute plans to enhance this through live projects, internships, collaborations with industry leaders, and international academic partnerships. It also intends to encourage research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and startup initiatives.
Prof Dr Sanjay B Chordiya, Founder President of Suryadatta Education Foundation, expressed his excitement about this recognition. He emphasized that the institute's vision transcends merely producing degree holders. Instead, it aims to cultivate job-ready, future-ready, global-ready professionals who are also responsible citizens.
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