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ISME Bangalore 2025: Employees, Location, and Alumni Network
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ISME Bangalore 2025: Employees, Location, and Alumni Network

15 Sep 2025

Introduction

International School of Management Excellence (ISME), Bangalore, stands out among India’s modern B-schools for its international pedigree, industry-linked faculty, central Bangalore location near major tech hubs, and a thriving alumni base making global impact. Founded in 2006 by alumni from premium institutions like CMU, Purdue, and Wharton, ISME focuses on experiential learning, leadership exposure, and holistic student growth. This blog presents a detailed, up-to-date, and fully original overview of ISME’s employees (faculty/staff), campus location, and alumni achievements for 2025.

Campus Location: At the Heart of Bangalore’s Growth

ISME is strategically situated at:

·       Sarjapur Main Road, Near Dommasandra Circle, Chembanahalli, Bangalore 562125

·       The campus spans approximately 5 acres of green, Wi-Fi-enabled grounds, offering a peaceful yet connected environment ideal for programs in business, analytics, and technology.

·       Convenient access to Bangalore’s entrepreneurial and corporate corridor—close to ITPL/Whitefield, Electronic City, and Outer Ring Road business clusters.

·       Modern infrastructure: smart classrooms, digital/computer labs, extensive library, seminar halls, student lounges, recreational and sports spaces, and on-campus hostels.

Additional Corporate Office

·       Export Promotion Industrial Park, CAP 1, EOIZ, Whitefield, Bangalore, 560066, Karnataka, close to ITPL

·       ISME’s proximity to Bangalore’s technology and financial district is a big plus for industry immersion, placements, networking, and internships.

Faculty & Employees: The Intellectual Backbone

Faculty Overview

ISME brings together a highly qualified faculty team with industry and global credentials, embodying a blend of academic excellence and corporate experience. As of 2025:

·       Faculty strength: 35+ full-time and visiting professors, including PhDs and MBAs from top institutions (Carnegie Mellon, IITs, IIMs, Symbiosis, Amrita, Anna University, ICFAI, etc.).

·       Diversity: Mix of teaching and industry professionals; many with 8+ years’ work experience and research backgrounds.

·       Key Specializations: Analytics, Finance, HR, IT, Marketing, Strategy, Operations.

·       Ongoing recruitment: New staff for analytics, finance, hospital management, and IT added for 2025–26.

Sample Faculty List

Name

Position

Area of Expertise

Academic Background

Dr. Nitin Garg

Founder-Director

Management Research, Leadership

BTech, MTech (IIT Bombay), MBA (CMU), PhD (IIM-L)

Dr. Rony G Kurien

Dean

Marketing, Retail, Tourism

BSc, MBA (Symbiosis), PhD (Anna)

Dr. Shampa Nandi

PGDM HOD

Marketing Research, Consumer Behavior

MSc, MBA, PhD (IIT Dhanbad)

Dr. Meenakumari

Research HOD

Analytics, ICT, Software Management

MSc, MPhil, PhD

Rema Vishwanathan

HoD (UG)

Marketing, Consumer Behavior

BTech, MBA, (PhD)

Dr. Haritha S

Professor

Analytics, IT

BTech, MBA, PhD (NITK)

Dr. M. Rameshkumar

Professor

HR, Diversity, Engagement

BSc (Marine), PhD

Indranil Dutta

Assoc. Prof of Practice

Analytics, Chemical Engg, Strategy

BTech, PGDM (ICFAI)

 

·       Faculty are also active as research supervisors, professional trainers, consultants, and corporate board advisors.

·       Ongoing professional development: Faculty often participate in international conferences (Singapore, US) and publish in top journals.

Professional Staff and Career Services

·       Dedicated placement and internship team led by experienced HR and industry practitioners.

·       Career counseling, industry project support, student affairs, and administration staff strengthen learning and student engagement.

Alumni: The ISME Global Network

ISME has produced nearly 2,100+ alumni working in leadership, analytics, and entrepreneurial roles across India and worldwide. Here’s why the ISME alumni network truly matters:

Where ISME Alumni Work

Sector

Companies/Employers

Consulting

Deloitte, KPMG, EY, Grant Thornton, Acuity

Analytics

TCS, Tata Elxsi, Federal Bank, AoN

FMCG

Mondelez, ITC, Hindustan Coca Cola

Fintech/Banking

HDFC, Axis, American Express, BankBazaar

EdTech

UpGrad, Byju’s, Vedantu

Startups

OYO, UrbanClap, Swiggy, Practo

Digital/IT

Bosch, Wipro, Cognizant, Tech Mahindra

 

Accomplishments

·       Many alumni have been recognized for fast-track promotions, awards in analytics and business excellence, or cross-country assignments.

·       Alumni regularly participate as guest speakers, mentors, and recruiters during campus placements and career fairs.

·       Some become entrepreneurs or lead high-growth startups in Bangalore, Mumbai, and overseas.

Peer Influence:ISME alumni act as early-career mentors, program ambassadors, and real-world placement references for current students, reflecting the institute’s focus on life-long learning and professional connection.

Unique Features & Recognition

Top Rankings 2025:

·       Top 30 All India (Times of India B-School Rankings, 2025)

·       Top 7 in South India (Times of India, 2025)

·       Top 5 Bangalore B-Schools (India Today, 2023)

·       Best ROI B-School (Academic Insights)

Global Partnerships:

·       Exchange programs with leading universities in the US, Germany, Australia, Singapore.

Diversity:

·       Student cohorts from 20+ Indian states and multiple countries.

·       Modern Infrastructure:

·       Smart-enabled classrooms, analytics labs, digital library, hostel with modern amenities, sports, and recreation.

Conclusion: Why ISME Bangalore Is a Standout in 2025

ISME Bangalore’s edge comes from its blend of faculty quality, location, and a powerful alumni network. With a central, industry-linked campus; global-ready, continuously upskilling faculty; and alumni succeeding across sectors and geographies, ISME delivers an MBA/PGDM experience that’s both career-launching and life-shaping.

Whether your goal is consulting, analytics, corporate leadership, or entrepreneurship, ISME’s people, setting, and community can help you achieve professional impact and personal success.

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Last updated: 17 Oct 2025

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