At Sasmira’s Institute of Management Studies and Research (SIMSR), academic excellence goes hand-in-hand with continuous knowledge sharing, innovation, and professional growth. To achieve this, the institute regularly organizes conferences, seminars, workshops, Training sessions and Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs) that serve as vital platforms for intellectual engagement and capacity building.

These initiatives enhance SIMSR’s academic reputation, strengthen its industry-academia interface, and promote a culture of thought leadership. Faculty members benefit from exposure to new research, networking opportunities with peers and industry experts, and skill upgradation in teaching and research. Students gain practical insights, real-world exposure, and opportunities to interact with professionals, thereby bridging the gap between classroom learning and industry requirements and for external delegates, these platforms offer knowledge enrichment, collaborative opportunities, and avenues for professional growth.

Objective

1. To create a knowledge-sharing ecosystem that fosters academic innovation and applied research.
2. To provide faculty and students with exposure to emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in business and management.
3. To bridge the gap between theory and practice through interactive sessions with industry experts.
4. To encourage collaborative research, interdisciplinary dialogue, and networking among stakeholders.
5. To continuously upgrade teaching-learning methodologies, ensuring academic excellence and relevance.

• Conferences provide a forum for researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and students to present ideas, share insights, and deliberate on emerging trends in management, technology, and allied fields.
• Seminars focus on specialized themes, enabling participants to gain in-depth understanding of contemporary issues and develop analytical perspectives.
• Workshops and Training are hands-on, skill-oriented sessions designed to strengthen practical learning, problem-solving ability, and application of concepts.
• FDPs aim at enhancing the teaching and research capabilities of faculty members by equipping them with modern pedagogical tools, innovative teaching methodologies, and insights into current industry practices.

Aavishkar – Since 2023, our institute has been actively participating in Aavishkar – Inter-University Research Convention. Every year, our students and faculty have showcased innovative research ideas and projects that reflect creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. Our Institute has consistently won the Zonal Round each year since 2023, a testimony to the commitment and research excellence of our participants. Through Aavishkar, our institute continues to encourage research culture, interdisciplinary learning, and the spirit of innovation among young mind

Through these academic initiatives, SIMSR reaffirms its commitment to holistic education, professional development, and the creation of future-ready leaders.