FAQ - About SDM

1Why SDM?
Shri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Post Graduation Center for Management Studies and Research, established in the year 2007 is a unique, dynamic and a professional management education institution sponsored by SDME society registered, Ujire. It is a pioneering management institution headed by the great visionary Padmavibhushana Dr. D. Veerendra Heggade Dharmadhikari, Shri Kshethra Dharmasthala. This institute offers two-year full time MBA programme and is committed to provide quality oriented and standard management education. It is recognised by AICTE, approved by Government of Karnataka and affiliated to Mangalore University.
2What is the Vision of this Institute?
Bring professionalism in all spheres of life. Enrich the quality of life by creating and sustaining the urge to continuous learning for life. Encourage competitive spirit for organizational excellence by leveraging intellectual human capital. Instill entrepreneurial qualities with right moral, social values and prosper. Enhance the quality of life of individual by encouraging to believe in personal integrity, hard work and honesty in public life. Develop leadership, entrepreneurship quality among the people with patriotism, modern outlook and positive attitude towards life. Develop self confidence to lead, motivate people through case study, practical training and exposure to global business and industry.
3What is the Mission of this Institute?
Develop competencies of people to meet the challenges of business, industry and service sector. Empower them with requisite skills to be globally acceptable business leaders. Provide world class professional management education to the people at the reasonable cost, spread Indian ethos spiritually to sustain, survive and succeed in business and industry.
4Where this Institute is Located?
M G Rd, Kodailbail, Mangaluru, Karnataka 575003

FAQ on Admission

1What is the eligibility criteria for MBA Programme?
Bachelor's degree in any discipline with 50%marks. Entrance exam accepted are KMAT, PGCET, GMAT & CAT
2Can I submit an application through online mode?
Yes but you have to send DD of 1000/- along with same for registration
3Will a confirmation message be received after submitting application?
Yes
4What are the specialisations offered in the MBA Programme?
The institute offers specialisations like Finance, Marketing and Human Resource
5Is there any provision for scholarships for students?
Yes. There are several scholarships-both management and government scholarships. Based on your eligibility you could avail the same.
6What is the admission process?
Step - 1: Collect the application from college office or download from the college website
Step - 2: Filled application should be submitted the college office either personally or by post
Step - 3: When the admission process starts the candidates will be intimated by office
Step - 4: After the admission is confirmed, other formalities like submission of documents by the candidate, verification of document by the college authorities and payment of fees will happen within the stipulated period of time.

FAQ on Uniform

1Is the uniform to be worn daily?
The students are expected to wear the uniform with blazer, shoe and a tie on Mondays. The uniform with T Shirt and jeans should be worn on every Wednesdays.
2Does the institute provide uniforms to the students?
Yes. Both Monday and Wednesday uniforms are provided by the institute at the beginning of first semester.
3Do we have to stitch the uniforms ourselves?
The institute gets the uniforms stitched by the authorized tailors after taking the measurements of all the students
4Do we have to pay extra for the uniforms?
No. There is no extra fees in addition to the annual fees need to be paid by the students for stitching the uniforms.
5Will the new uniforms be provided by the institute in case of damage or any fitting issues in the 2nd year?
In case students face any problem in wearing the uniforms any time during the 2 years due to damage or any other issues, the students should get the new pair of uniform stitched by the tailor authorized by the institute at their own cost.
6Is the color of uniform same for both first- and second-year students?
To differentiate between the first- and second-year students, different colored uniforms are provided to different batch of students.

FAQ - Scholarship

1Do students have scholarship benefit
Yes
2What is the eligibility to avail scholarship?
Govt. scholarship (only applicable for students who have availed seats under government quota)
a. State Scholarship Portal-OBC, One girl child Scholarship Benefit
b. National Scholarship Portal -Minorities
c. Department of Agriculture- Children of farmers/Agriculturist
d. Department of Fisheries - Children of Fisherman
e. Social welfare Department - For scheduled caste
f. Tribal welfare Department - For Scheduled Tribe
g. Karnataka Labour welfare Board- Children of Labour Class
3Is there scholarship benefit to students under Management Quota
Yes
a. Management Scholarship - Poorer section and for those students who score above 80%
b. Dharmasthala Gramabhivruddi Yojana- for children of employees employed with the management
c. Jindal Scheme- General , OBC

FAQ - Library Details

1What is the library timings?
The Library is open on all working days from 8.30 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.
2Does the library accept book donations?
Yes
3Is printing and photocopying available in the library?
No. There is a separate photocopy centre adjacent to the library. Students may avail service at discounted price.
4What services does the library offer remotely?
All E-resources are offered remotely. (J-gatenext, OPAC, DSpace, Nlist)
5How do I find E-books?
One can find E-books through library OPAC, (Library Open Access System).
6How can I access the library database from home?
One can access the library database from home using the USER ID and PASSWORD provided for the same.
7How many books can be borrowed by students each time?
Each student is allowed to borrow 5 books at a time.
8How many times can a student renew books?
Books may be renewed three times.

General FAQ Questions

1What is an MBA?
An MBA (Master of Business Administration) is a postgraduate degree designed to develop the knowledge and skills needed for success in business leadership and management.
2Why get an MBA?
An MBA equips you with a strong foundation in business fundamentals, leadership, communication, and critical thinking. It can accelerate your career progression, open doors to new opportunities, and broaden your professional network.
3What are the different MBA specializations offered?
We offer MBA in Marketing, Finance & Human Resource.
4What is the average class size for the MBA program?
60 Students in each section.
5Is the program offered full-time, part-time, or online?
Only Full Time.
6Can I apply to the program if I have a non-business background?
YES
7Who should I contact for more information about the MBA program?
Please visit https://sdmcbm.ac.in/admission/ for more information.
8Which university is it affiliated with?
Mangalore University
9Can I get information about the faculties?
Please Visit https://sdmcbm.ac.in/faculty/
10Do you have any Virtual Tour?
YES we do. Please click here