MEASI INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT

Newsletter | January - June 2025

HIGHLIGHT: NATIONAL RANKING ACHIEVEMENT

Education World 2025 Rankings:

• 4th in Tamil Nadu

• 3rd in Chennai

• 48th at National Level

In April 2025, MEASI Institute of Management achieved a remarkable milestone in the Education World rankings, demonstrating excellence in management education. This recognition reflects the relentless commitment of our faculty, the dedication of our students, and the visionary leadership of our management.
Ranking Achievement
ADMISSIONS 2025-2027
The admission process for Batch 2025-27 witnessed overwhelming response with 227 applications from 58 colleges. After comprehensive interviews and selection processes, 126 students were admitted from 38 institutions, representing diverse academic backgrounds.

Admission Statistics:

• Total Applications: 227 (58 colleges)

• Students Selected: 154

• Confirmed Admissions: 126 (38 colleges)

• Top Contributors: The New College (19), JBAS College (10), Jamal Mohamed College (8)

• Gender Distribution: 50 Male, 25 Female

• Religious Diversity: 66 Islam, 8 Hindu, 1 Christian

PLACEMENTS & CAREER ADVANCEMENT

Record-Breaking Placement:

Highest CTC: ₹27.5 LPA (April 2025)

Second Highest: ₹22.75 LPA (March 2025)

The Batch 2023-25 achieved exceptional placement success throughout the six-month period. Starting with focused bootcamps and placement drives, students secured positions in renowned companies including Axis Bank, HDFC Life, Orient Cargo, Tech Berg, and Radical Lights.

Placement Progression (Jan - June 2025):

• January: 11 placed | 30 shortlisted | 5 paid internships

• February: 27 offers | Avg CTC: ₹3.26 LPA

• March: 26 offers | Avg CTC: ₹4.24 LPA | Highest: ₹22.75 LPA

• April: 48 offers | Avg CTC: ₹4.92 LPA | Highest: ₹27.5 LPA

• May: 75 offers | Avg CTC: ₹5.16 LPA

• June: 84 offers | Avg CTC: ₹5.04 LPA

Total: 271 placement outcomes

Placement Bootcamp - April 2025
A comprehensive three-day Placement Bootcamp (April 7-9) equipped students with essential skills through sessions on Excel proficiency, JD decoding, resume building, and interview handling. An engaging Alumni-Industry Connect panel provided real-world insights.
Placement Bootcamp
ENHANCED LEARNING INITIATIVES
MIM's continuous learning ecosystem flourished with remarkable certification achievements across diverse domains, demonstrating institutional commitment to skill development and industry readiness.

Certification Achievements (Jan - June 2025):

Faculty: 255 certifications (73 regular + 179 Harvard)

Domains: Business Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Project Management, Lean Six Sigma, HR Analytics, Financial Modeling, Logistics Management, Quality Management, Data Analytics, Web Analytics

Students: 5,042 certifications total

Jan: 1,514 | March: 1,756 | May-June: 1,856

Harvard Programs: 4,336 certifications

Domains: Management Communication, Quantitative Methods, Spreadsheet Modeling, Financial Accounting, Finance Online, Budgeting, Business Plan, Customer Focus, Decision Making, Digital Intelligence, Innovation and Creativity, Leading People, Marketing Essentials

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MEASI INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT

Newsletter | January - June 2025

CONVOCATION CEREMONY
16th Graduation Day - February 22, 2025
The 16th Graduation Day for Batch 2021-2023 was held in a grand ceremony graced by Mr. A P Parigi, Co-founder of Radio Mirchi & Times OOH. As a mentor, leadership coach, and business strategy specialist, Mr. Parigi delivered an inspiring address emphasizing adaptability, innovation, and leadership in today's dynamic business landscape.
Convocation
FACULTY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
Harvard Business Simulation - February 20, 2025
A Harvard Simulation exercise witnessed participation from 57 faculty members from various institutions in Chennai. Facilitated by Mr. Shivakant Upadhyaya (IIM Ahmedabad alumnus and Harvard-empanelled faculty), the session covered leadership and team simulation, power and influence simulation, and implementing simulations in teaching.
Harvard FDP
Power BI Workshop - March 24-25, 2025
Dr. Catherene Julie Aarthy and Dr. Kalaivani Balaji conducted a two-day Data Visualization Mastery workshop. The session provided 16 participants from various institutions with practical expertise in data analysis, visualization techniques, and dashboard creation using Power BI.
Power BI Workshop
Design Thinking Workshop - March 24-25, 2025
Training Head Mr. Aezaj Ahmed conducted a two-day Design Thinking Workshop focusing on fostering innovation, problem-solving, and user-centric thinking through interactive exercises and real-world case studies. Participants gained hands-on experience in ideation, prototyping, and solution development.
Design Thinking
Project Management Workshop - June 23-25, 2025
Dr. Sunil Meshram led an intensive Project Management Workshop providing students with hands-on experience using real-world tools. The engaging sessions boosted practical skills and professional readiness, connecting classroom learning with industry practices.
Project Management
RESEARCH EXCELLENCE
MIM faculty demonstrated exceptional research prowess with multiple publications in Q1, Q3, and Scopus-indexed journals, strengthening the institution's academic reputation.
Notable Publications
March 2025: Dr. Catherene Julie Aarthy and Dr. Kalaivani Balaji published "The Evolution of Influencer Marketing: From Follower Counts to Authentic Brand Partnerships" in Power System Technology (Q1-indexed). Ms. Veena published "Understanding the Relative Relationship between Occupation and Investment Objectives Using Correspondence Analysis" in Journal of Neonatal Surgery (Q3).
April 2025: Dr. Priyadarshini presented papers at IIM Shillong (LEAD-2024) on "Impact of Knowledge Orientation on Business Model Innovation" and at IIM Bangalore on "Impact of Personal Values and Cognitive Evaluations on Sustainable Entrepreneurial Intention."
May 2025: Dr. Anees Fathima completed Executive Certificate Program in Financial Data Analytics & Corporate Finance from IIM Visakhapatnam. Dr. S G Balaji published "Circular Economy Strategies for Resource Efficiency" in Journal of Neonatal Surgery (Scopus). Ms. S Sumiya published "Data Analytics Role in Company Performance" in Business and Economics Research Journal (ABDC).
June 2025: Dr. Rekha published "Research Publication of Current Science Journal -- A Scientometric Analysis" in International Journal of Environmental Science (Q3, Scopus).
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Newsletter | January - June 2025

INTERCOLLEGIATE EVENTS
RENOVA 25 - February 27-28, 2025
RENOVA 25, MIM's flagship intercollegiate management meet, witnessed an overwhelming response with 415 registrations from 22 colleges. A total of 11 competitions were organized under the theme "Innovate, Elevate, Dominate," providing students a platform to showcase managerial expertise and strategic thinking.
RENOVA 25
THE HORSE'S MOUTH SERIES
This flagship series brought industry veterans to share practical insights directly with students across various domains including Marketing, Business Analytics, Digital Marketing, Finance, and Leadership.
Notable Sessions
February 3: Mr. Masood Ahmed Khan (Founder & CEO, Image Star) - Marketing Strategies
February 12: Ms. Zainab Millwala Master (Founder, Mahilla) - Business Analytics
February 20: Mr. Mohamed Maaz (Founder & CEO, Matyoc Labs) - Digital Marketing
March 5: Sqn Ldr Unni Nair (Founder, HR Excel) - Leadership Excellence
March 10: Mr. Balaji Ramanathan (Head Business, Samunnati) - Finance
March 14: Dr. Shaik Salman Asharaf (Project Manager, WE Hub) - Entrepreneurship
April 3: Mr. Gopikrishna Bhamidipati (Director, HCL) - Finance & Operations
Horse's Mouth
INNOVATION & ENTREPRENEURSHIP (IIC)
The Institution's Innovation Council conducted multiple impactful sessions throughout the semester, fostering entrepreneurial mindset and innovative thinking among students.
Key IIC Activities
January 7: MSME Schemes Orientation by Dr. Anees Fathima
January 9: Problem-Solving & Idea Generation Workshop by Mr. Venkatesh (ECII-TN)
January 30: IPR Workshop by Mr. Gowtham Balaji and Ms. Sonu Shaji (De Penning & De Penning)
February 5: "Achieving Problem-Solution Fit" by Ms. Agathya S (Founder, FINNMIN)
February 11: Design Thinking Workshop by Mr. Aejaz Ahmed
March 5: "How to Plan for a Startup?" by Mr. Kannan (Founder, Palm Era)
March 11: "Map Your Way to Success" by Ms. Ishwariya (Founder, Smart Homes)
March 14: Pitch Your Way to Innovation Competition (11 teams)
March 17: "Making Her Win - Entrepreneurs Edition" featuring Dr. Vidyaa Hari, Ms. Kavipriya Anandan
May 6: "Raising Capital for Startups" by Mr. Mohankumar Ramakrishnan (SEBI Trainer)
June 26: "Opportunities for Early-Stage Entrepreneurs" by Dr. Vidyaa Hari Iyer
IIC Workshops
STUDENT ENGAGEMENT PROGRAMS
MIMOTIONS - Annual Study Tour
The annual study tour MIMOTIONS took place from February 5-9, 2025, in Vagamon, Kerala. Students engaged in team-building activities, industry visits, and networking sessions, enriching practical knowledge and fostering camaraderie.