“Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.”- Peter Drucker
St. Joseph’s Business School started in 2006, was the fulfillment of a long cherished dream of providing facilities for professional education in this part of Kerala. From its very inception , the business school had been relevantly establishing an impeccable reputation among all the stake holders and the visiting committees as a “College with a difference”.
Affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University, Kerala (KTU), the B-school offers Master’s programme in Business Administration (MBA). The aim is to provide an education that helps the students to realize their full potential and become business & industry ready on completion of the course. With this in view, all infrastructural facilities are arranged by the college for soft skills, personality development, Yoga and meditation training, learning skills development, employability skills development, communication skills development, expert counselling services, special coaching for weaker students and sports and games.
"Placement Training: A Journey Towards Professional Excellence"St. Joseph’s Business School,
St. Joseph’s College of Engineering Technology, Autonomous, in association with Prep Academy, organized
a four-day placement training session for final-year MBA and MTech students of the 2023-2025 batch.
"Entrepreneurship Essentials: Building and Scaling Your Business for Success” The "WINGS 2.0: A Project of
Nazrani Margam" third semester MBA students attending entrepreneurship development program held at
the St. Berchmans College Auditorium, Changanacherry, from August 2nd to August 4th, 2024.
“Future Leaders Forum: Unlocking Business Insights for Tomorrow’s Innovators” Third Semester MBA
students (2023-25 batch) attending Pala Management Association Business meeting at the Alphonsin
Pastoral Institute, on July 25th, 2024.
"Mastering the Art of Soft Skills: Unlock Your Potential for Success" soft skills training for MBA S3
(2023-2025 Batch) by Mr. Rohan Hubert, Accounts Manager, MIDAS consulting on 6th July 2024
“Excel Essentials: Unlocking the Power of Spreadsheets A comprehensive Microsoft Excel training session and
exam conducted from 5th Aug to 9th Aug 2024 at St. Joseph's Business School, St. Joseph's College of Engineering
Technology Autonomous, for the MBA S3 students of the 2023 - 2025 batch.
"Bridging Experience and Academia: Mr. Vishal Thomas Payikad, Priority Relationship Manager, Federal Bank,
Pathanamthitta and MBA 2018-20 Alum, Offers Real-World Insights to First-Year MBA Students"
"Embarking on a New Journey: MBA 2024-2026 Batch Inauguration Ceremony"
"Breaking the Ice, Building Skills: Kathiravan Pethi, Leadership and Public Speaking Coach, Kickstarts the
Journey for First-Year MBA Students (2024-26 batch)”
"Behind the Headlines: First-Year MBA Students (2024-2026 batch) Tour Malayala Manorama Printing Press
Unit, Kottayam for a Glimpse into Media Production"
"Setting the Table for Success: First year MBA Students (2024-2026 batch) refine their dining etiquette
with Mr. Varghese Johnson, HOD, St. Joseph’s Institute of Hotel Management on 13th August 2024
"Building Bonds, Forging Leaders: MBA First-Year Students (2024-206 batch) Engage in Dynamic Team
Building Exercises with Er. Babu Sanker, Assistant Professor, Mechanical Department, SJCET
Second year MBA students visited Holiday Inn, Kochi as part of Industrial visit
S4 MBA(2022-2024 BATCH) STUDENTS
Second year MBA students visited Sea Blue Shipyard Ltd, Cochin as part of Industrial visit
Experience sharing by alumnus Ms. Teresa Joy (MBA 2009-2011 BATCH)
S4 MBA students attending Value Added Course (VAC) offered by Hedge Equities, Cochin
S4 MBA students visited the Mariyasadanam Rehabilitation Centre, Pala
S2 MBA students visited CIAL solar power plant, Cochin on 26th March 2024 as part of Industrial visit
S4 MBA Students visited IKEA, Bengaluru
S4 MBA Students visited Stovekraft at Bidathi Industrial area, Bangalore
S4 MBA Students visited Bengaluru for a Knowledge Exchange Programme - Kristu
Jayanti College and St. Joseph's Business School, Palai on 11/03/2024
SJBS MBA Staff
2021-23 MBA Batch
2020-22 MBA Batch
Industrial-Visit to Jeevan Tea Factory
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SJBS Student Leadership - Participants for National Level MDP organised by Kristu Jayanti College Banglore
SJBS Student Leadership - Paper presented at International Conference Organised by Macfast College
To emerge as a centre of excellence in the field of management education with a distinct identity and character in all areas of activities.
- To maintain a conducive infrastructure and a learning environment to become a centre of excellence.
- To nurture a team of dedicated, competent and research oriented faculty.
- To support and promote student development for their successful career.
Our motto is holistic development of students by providing facilities and opportunities for their intellectual, physical, moral, social and cultural and spiritual enrichment and thereby transforming them in to responsible and dedicated citizens of country.
Notable features that make it stand apart from the competing B-Schools
Knowledge dissemination relevant to culture and social fabric
Short term study abroad programme
Activity filled well rounded learning opportunities
Higher return on investment (ROI) for student and parents
Soft skill training for exponential success
MoU with corporates for student/faculty interaction and trainings
Outcome and result focused approach
Individual development plan for each student through personalized mentoring
Research oriented, Faculty support
200 MBPS Globally connected B-School
Foreign academic programmes supported by industry stakeholders
Commendable academic results in KTU
Significant number of Alumni in globally acclaimed organizations, abroad
CURRICULUM
Eligibility
Candidates who have been awarded or qualified for the award of the Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/
FINAL YEAR DEGREE STUDENTS CAN ALSO APPLY FOR PROVISIONAL ADMISSIONS TO 19TH BATCH WHICH COMMENCES IN AUGUST 2024*.
Semester
From 2020 admissions, the duration of the MBA (Full-time) programme of the APJAKTU is two years consisting of four semesters. Maximum period for completing the programme is eight semesters. For MBA (Full-time) programme, each semester shall consist of 14 instructional weeks of 29 hours per week. Every academic year shall have two semesters “1st July to 31st December (Odd semester)” and “1st January to 30thJune (Even semester)”.
The academic programme in each semester will consist of course work and field work/ internship. The scheme shall be so drawn up that the minimum number of credits for successful completion of the MBA programme of any specialization is 102 credits with a split up of:
First year (I and II semester): 54 credits
Second year (III and IV semesters): 40 credits (Course work)
Internship : 03 credits (Second year)
Project& Comprehensive Viva: 05 credits (Second year)
Total: 102 credits
At the end of the semester, examination will be conducted for all courses offered in that semester and will be of three hours duration unless otherwise specified. The major eligibility criteria for the semester examination are attendance in the course and no pending disciplinary action. The minimum attendance for appearing for the semester examination is 75% in each course.
A student will be eligible for the award of MBA Degree of the University on satisfying the following conditions:
- Fulfilled all the curriculum requirements within the stipulated duration of the course.
- Earned the required minimum credits as specified in the curriculum.
- No pending disciplinary action.
For more details on the academic regulation and syllabus, please visit : https://ktu.edu.in/eu/acd/academicRegulationsMba2020.htm
Academic Calendar
KTU shall publish the academic calendar for every academic trimester/year, indicating the commencement of trimesters as well as instructions, course registration date(s), enrollment date(s), weeks in which the mandatory internal tests are to be conducted, dates for completing internal evaluations, last instruction day in the trimester, schedule of trimester examinations and official holidays in the trimester/academic year. Academic calendar can be downloaded from https://ktu.edu.in/eu/acd/academicRegulationsCalendar.htm
OUR STRENGTH
INITIATIVES BEYOND THE CLASS ROOM
EXPERT TALKS
St. Joseph’s Business School regularly Invites experts from diverse fields to share their insights on topics of current relevance. This helps the budding managers to stay updated with the industry and to connect with them.
FOREIGN COLLABORATIONS
St. Joseph’s Business School actively collaborates with foreign universities for various academic programs.
CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS
Students can choose from a wide range of certified programmes offered for enhancing their expertise in their domain areas.
WISDOM STRIDES
Wisdom strides is an innovative programme which gives students a chance to walk along with successful personalities and to hear their words of wisdom.
SOFT SKILLS DEVELOPMENT TRAINING
Training programmes by expert outside agencies are arranged for developing various employment related skills such as effective communication, leadership skills, group activity skills, motivation etc.
INDUSTRIAL VISIT
Visits to industries are an integral part of management studies. These visits enable the students to get a glimpse of the industry so as to get a practical exposure in real time. The management operations can also be understood to a great extent.
ENTREPRENEURIAL INITIATIVES
The department is keen on organizing various programs aimed at cultivating entrepreneurial skills among students under the auspicious of ED Cell. Interactions with well known Entrepreneurs, workshops, awareness programs, paper presentations etc. are a regular feature of our MBA Programme.
Community Development Programme
St. Joseph’s Business School conducts community development activities with the aim of inculcating amongst students, the value of selfless service to the community, dignity of labour, importance of self-help, and awareness of the need to protect the environment.
LEARNING SKILLS DEVELOPMENT TRAINING
This is a unique training programme for students arranged by this college. Lectures are given on how to learn effectively and how to manage the time available for students in the most effective way.
PhD in Management
The college is Research Centre of APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU).Candidates qualifying the KTU’s Entrance procedure can join for Ph.D under the approved guide in the college
OUR RECRUITERS
ACTIVITIES
Empowering Careers: Action-Oriented Placement Training with TalenTUs at SJBS, SJCET. Phase 4 of the placement training for 2nd year MBA students at SJBS, SJCET, was held on the 25th and 28th of October 2024, in collaboration with TalenTUs.
Unlocking the Future of HR: Industry Leaders Share Emerging Trends at SJCET Panel Discussion. On October 26, 2024, SJCET hosted a panel discussion on “Top Emerging Industry Trends in Human Resource Management,” featuring esteemed panelists from British Petroleum, KPMG, Cipla India, and Wolters Kluwer.
Empowering Digital Citizens: SJCET Students Gain Cyber Awareness with Expert Insights:On October 24, 2024, the MBA department at SJCET organized a crucial cyber awareness program for students, in association with Kerala Gramin Bank and Janamythri Police Station Pala.
Mock Interviews & Group Discussions: Shaping Career-Ready Leaders at SJCET: Prep Academy, in collaboration with the St. Joseph’s Business School (SJBS) at SJCET, held a mock interview and group discussion session for 2nd-year MBA students on the 19th and 24th of October 2024.
Empowering Future Marketers: Casper Academy’s Digital Marketing Workshop for SJBS MBA Students
Innovista 2024: Igniting Management Excellence at SJBS with Dynamic Competitions
Unleashing Potential: SJBS MBA Students Shine at Management Fest 2024 KMM College, Ernakulam
MBA Students’ Dynamic Participation in Management Fest conducted by St. Berchmans College, Changanassery on 9th October 2024.
Bridging Futures: Telecalling Initiative Opens Doors to Companies for MBA Placements. On 9th October 2024, a telecalling event was organized by the SJBS department to enhance placement opportunities for MBA students.
Celebrating Excellence: Heartfelt Teachers’ with Joyful Cake Cutting
MBA students from St. Joseph’s Business School, SJCET, presented papers in the international conference on “Transforming Hospitality with AI & Tech: Enhancing Operations, Sustainability, & Guest Experience” on the 6th and 7th of September 2024 held at St. Joseph’s Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology, Palai.
Building Futures Together: PTA Meeting of MBA students
SJCET Palai Celebrates Onam with Vibrant Festivities, Competitions, and Tradition
MBA Department Wins Second Prize in Athapookalam at SJCET Onam Games
The vibrant Onam celebrations at St. Joseph’s College of Engineering and Technology (SJCET) were recently featured in “Business Standard,”
Innovate, Compete, Conquer: SJCET MBA Shines at Musaliar Management Fest 2024
“Tech Synergy 2024: SJCET Students Shine at Cutting-Edge Conference on Innovation and Leadership”
Global Insights Unveiled: Lead the Way at International Conference on Sustainable Management in the AI Era” SJCET MBA students presented papers in the international conference on “Sustainable Management Practices in AI Era” on October 4, 2024 conducted by The Department of Business Administration at SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Bharathisalai, Ramapuram, Chennai, in association with Missouri University of Science and Technology, USA.
Third semester MBA students (Ashtami M A, Ashili Varghese, Sreejith R, Akshay K R, Anandhu Udayan, Abhishek Saji) actively participated in the workshop “Perspectives on Public Policy: Managing Labour as a Critical Resource” held at Mahatma Gandhi University on August 31st, 2024.
Dr. Pious Thomas, Head of the MBA Department, receiving memento from MCA department for providing valuable insights into the importance of interdisciplinary learning and the role of management skills in technical fields.
Third semester MBA students attended seminar on Sustainable Industrial Parks Development held on August 17, 2024 at the Alphonsa Pastoral Convention Centre.
“Navigating Tomorrow: Expert Insights on the Future of Business
“On 23rd August 2024, St. Joseph’s Business School hosted an insightful expert talk with Joy Mathew, Executive Trainee at Malayala Manorama, sharing industry knowledge and valuable experiences with students.”
“Inspiring Minds: Prof. Tom Zacharias , Mechanical Department, SJCET Engages First-Year MBA Students with Wisdom and Insights”
“Placement Training: A Journey Towards Professional Excellence”St. Joseph’s Business School, St. Joseph’s College of Engineering Technology, Autonomous, in association with Prep Academy, organized a four-day placement training session for final-year MBA and MTech students of the 2023-2025 batch.
“Entrepreneurship Essentials: Building and Scaling Your Business for Success” The “WINGS 2.0: A Project of Nazrani Margam” third semester MBA students attending entrepreneurship development program held at the St. Berchmans College Auditorium, Changanacherry, from August 2nd to August 4th, 2024.
“Future Leaders Forum: Unlocking Business Insights for Tomorrow’s Innovators” Third Semester MBA students (2023-25 batch) attending Pala Management Association Business meeting at the Alphonsin Pastoral Institute, on July 25th, 2024.
“Mastering the Art of Soft Skills: Unlock Your Potential for Success” soft skills training for MBA S3 (2023-2025 Batch) by Mr. Rohan Hubert, Accounts Manager, MIDAS consulting on 6th July 2024
“Excel Essentials: Unlocking the Power of Spreadsheets A comprehensive Microsoft Excel training session and exam conducted from 5th Aug to 9th Aug 2024 at St. Joseph’s Business School, St. Joseph’s College of Engineering Technology Autonomous, for the MBA S3 students of the 2023 – 2025 batch.
“Bridging Experience and Academia: Mr. Vishal Thomas Payikad, Priority Relationship Manager, Federal Bank, Pathanamthitta and MBA 2018-20 Alum, Offers Real-World Insights to First-Year MBA Students”
“Embarking on a New Journey: MBA 2024-2026 Batch Inauguration Ceremony”
“Breaking the Ice, Building Skills: Kathiravan Pethi, Leadership and Public Speaking Coach, Kickstarts the Journey for First-Year MBA Students (2024-26 batch)”
“Unlocking Tech Potential: Mr. Sabarinath G, Assistant Professor, Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security) Guides First-Year MBA (2024-26 batch) Students Through Technical Training During Induction”
“Behind the Headlines: First-Year MBA Students (2024-2026 batch) Tour Malayala Manorama Printing Press Unit, Kottayam for a Glimpse into Media Production” on
“Setting the Table for Success: First year MBA Students (2024-2026 batch) refine their dining etiquette with Mr. Varghese Johnson, HOD, St. Joseph’s Institute of Hotel Management on 13th August 2024
“Building Bonds, Forging Leaders: MBA First-Year Students (2024-206 batch) Engage in Dynamic Team Building Exercises with Er. Babu Sanker, Assistant Professor, Mechanical Department, SJCET
“A journey from campus to Corporate” – Expert talk by Mr. Manu Jacob Mathew, Director at Think Instead Pvt Ltd on 27th July 2023
Personality Development Program by Ms. Vinitha Jayan, Motivational speaker and freelancer corporate trainer on 6th October 2023 for S1 MBA Students
Three-Day Value-Added Course on Entrepreneurship Development for S3 MBA students during September 2023.
Skill acquisition program for S3 MBA Students by Digital work Force Management System (DWMS) and Additional skill acquisition program (ASAP) on 16,17 and 25th November 2023
Ice breaking session for S1 MBA students (2023-25 batch) by Mr. Babu Sankar, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering Department, SJCET on 26thJuly 2023
Team building session by Dr. Soumya Varghese, Associate Professor of St. Joseph’s Business School for S1 MBA students (2023-25 batch) on 27th July 2023.
Second semester MBA students (2023-25) attending Value added course “Tech in Finance” by Dr. R. Narayanaswamy on 1-03-2024
Industrial visit
Industrial visit to Malayala Manorama by S1 MBA (2023-25 batch) on 11-08-2023.
Industrial visit to SEA BLUE SHIPYARD LTD and Holiday Inn by S3 MBA students(2022-24 batch) on 20th December 2023
Knowledge exchange Program in collaboration with Kristu Jayanti college Bangalore by S4 MBA Students (2022-24 batch)
Industrial Visit to Stove kraft ,Bangalore by S4 MBA students(2022-24 batch) on 12/03/2024
STUDENT IN FOCUS
- Aleena Antony, AjoMathew, Christy Tom and JosminJ. (S1 MBA ) secured Third Prize in HR Game at the National Level Intercollege Festheld on 9thand 10th of November 2023 organised by MACFAST,Thiruvalla.
- Amalendhu A. Mohan and Anu Tom won Third Prize in General Quiz atthe National Level Intercollege Fest held on 9th and 10th of November 2023 organised by MACFAST,Thiruvalla
Students Paper Publications
- Jose Sebastin, Mr. Jins Kuriakose and Dr. Soumya Varghese participated and presented a paper entitled Addressing Mental Health Hurdles in the Pursuit of Sustainable Development Goals: An Insight from the Covid-19 Context in the 2nd International Conference on Resilience, Reinvent and Way Forward organised by Department of Management Studies of M.O.P Vaishav College for Women on 4th and 5th January 2024.
- Alana Maria Mathews, Ms. Aneetta Madhumon and Dr. Soumya Varghese, participated & presented paper on “Unveiling the Landscape of Big Data: Challenges, Opportunities, and Applications Across Industries” in the 2nd International Conference on Resilience, Reinvent and Way Forward organised by Department of Management Studies of M.O.P Vaishav College for Women on 4th and 5th January 2024
- Alan Sibi, Mr. Denny Chacko and Dr. Soumya Varghese (2023) participated & presented paper on E- Commerce and Its Emerging Trends in the International Conference on Digital Transformation in Business at Chavalier T. Thomas Elizabeth College for Women on 30th November 2023.
- Minnu K. S & Ms. Anjana Stanly participated & presented paper on Digital Business and Sustainable Marketing Exploration in the One Day International Conference On “Sustainable Synergy: A Multidisciplinary Exploration of Possibilities across Industries” organized by Soundarya Institute of Management and Science, Bangalore on 15thDecember 2023.
- Abin Thomas & Ms. Jeethumol Joy participated & presented paper on Green Marketing and Its Role in the Journey of Sustainable Branding in the One Day International Conference On “Sustainable Synergy: A Multidisciplinary Exploration of Possibilitiesacross Industries” organized by Soundarya Institute of Management and Science, Bangalore on 15th December 2023.
- Ponnu KS & Ms. Anetta Madhumon participated & presented paper on Artificial Intelligence in Digital Marketing influences Consumer Behaviour in the International Virtual Conference organised by Nehru College of Engineering and Research Centre, Thrissur held on 30th November 2023.
- Alana Maria Mathews & Ms. Akarsha V .S participated & presented paper on Business Intelligence and Its Future in the Field of Business World in the National conference on Artificial Intelligence Driven Business Navigating Innovation and Challenges organised by VELS Institute of Science, Technology & Advanced Studies, Chennai held on 13th and 14th December 2023.
- Elba Rose James & Mr. Joel Devassy participated & presented paper on Green Marketing and its Role in Sustainable Development in the International Conference on Economic Growth & Sustainable Development organised by Shri Shankarlal Sundarbai Shasun Jain College for Women on 13th December 2023.
- Della T John & Ms. Anjana Stanly participated & presented paper on Sustainability in Farming Practices: The Need of Present Era in the 2nd Online International Conference on Research Methodology (ICRM-2023) Organised by Department of Economics, A. N. D. College Shahpur Patory, Samastipur (A Constituent Unit of L. N. Mithila University, Darbhanga)on 13th -14th Oct 2023
Debate Competition
Secured second prize in DEBATE by Ms. Arunima Joseph and Ms. Elba Rose James and Fourth place by Mr. Abin Thomas and Ms. Ashly Joyees Mba 2022-24 at National Level Inter Collegiate Economic Fest conducted by St. Stephen’s College, Uzhavoor on 14th March 2023
Idea Hackathon
Secured Third prize for Idea hackathon- Ms. Tresa Joseph, Ms. Sona P Saju and Ms. Anjana Stanley, MBA 2022-24 at National Level Inter Collegiate Economic Fest conducted by St. Stephen’s College, Uzhavoor on 14th March 2023
Mr. Vishal Payikad 2018-20 batch placed at Federal Bank with the highest salary package from the batch.
SJBS Student Leadership – Participants for National Level MDP organised by Kristu Jayanti College Banglore
SJBS bags First Prize and Ever rolling trophy for Best Management Team, KOMERZIYO 2K19, Management Fest CMS College, Kottayam
SJBS Student Leadership – Paper presented at International Conference Organised by Macfast College
SJBS bags first prize in HR game – Management Fest organized by Mangalam College
Prize Win – SJBS bags prize – Management fest at SB College Changanassery
FACULTY IN FOCUS
