International School of Management (ISM), Patna, established in 2011, is committed to providing quality higher education with an emphasis on management, technology, professional education, research, innovation, entrepreneurship and holistic development of students. The Institute offers programmes in areas including MBA, BBA, BCA, B.Com. and BJMC, with a focus on developing professionally competent, ethically responsible and socially conscious graduates.
The Institute Development Plan (IDP) provides a systematic framework for the academic, administrative, infrastructural, research, technological and institutional development of ISM Patna. The Plan is designed to align institutional growth with the Vision, Mission, academic objectives, stakeholder expectations and applicable regulatory and accreditation requirements.
Proposed Vision
The major objectives of the institution include:
“To emerge as a leading institution of higher education committed to excellence in management, technology and professional education by fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, research, ethical leadership and sustainable development, while preparing globally competent and socially responsible professionals.”
The Vision emphasizes:
Academic excellence
Professional competence
Innovation and technology
Research and knowledge creation
Entrepreneurship
Ethical leadership
Sustainable development
Global outlook
Social responsibility
Proposed Mission
The International School of Management, Patna shall:
1.Provide quality and industry-relevant education through innovative teaching-learning practices.
2.Develop professional, managerial and technological competencies among students.
3.Promote research, innovation and consultancy addressing contemporary organizational and societal challenges.
4.Integrate emerging technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, data analytics, digital technologies and computational tools, into education and institutional processes.
5.Encourage entrepreneurship, start-ups and innovation through mentoring, incubation and industry interaction.
6.Develop ethical, socially responsible and sustainable leadership among students and faculty.
7.Strengthen industry-academia collaboration through internships, live projects, training, guest lectures and collaborative initiatives.
8.Promote holistic development through co-curricular, extracurricular, cultural, sports and community engagement activities.
9.Develop global competencies and international exposure through academic collaboration, international projects and knowledge exchange.
10.Ensure continuous quality improvement through IQAC, stakeholder feedback, outcome-based education and evidence-based institutional planning.
| The Institute Development Plan shall be implemented through the following major strategic dimensions: |
| Strategic Area | Major Development Objective |
|---|---|
| Academic Excellence | Strengthen quality, relevance and outcome-based education |
| Faculty Development | Build a competent, research-oriented faculty |
| Research & Innovation | Increase quality research, publications, projects and consultancy |
| AI & Digital Transformation | Establish technology-enabled education and administration |
| Industry Interface | Strengthen industry interaction, internships and placements |
| Entrepreneurship | Promote innovation, incubation and start-up culture |
| Student Development | Ensure holistic and employability-oriented development |
| Infrastructure | Develop modern academic and student-support infrastructure |
| Accreditation & Quality | Strengthen NAAC, NBA and other quality systems |
| Internationalisation | Develop international academic and research collaboration |
| Governance | Strengthen transparent, participative and accountable governance |
| Sustainability | Develop green, energy-efficient and socially responsible campus |
| Community Engagement | Strengthen extension and social responsibility activities |
| Alumni | Develop an active alumni network and engagement mechanism |
Objective
To establish an academically rigorous, innovative and industry-relevant learning environment.
Key Initiatives
Periodic review and revision of curriculum in accordance with regulatory and university requirements.
Strengthening Outcome-Based Education (OBE).
Mapping of Programme Outcomes (POs), Programme Specific Outcomes (PSOs) and Course Outcomes (COs).
Integration of case studies, simulations, experiential learning and problem-based learning.
Greater use of Python, R, data analytics and AI tools where academically appropriate.
Development of industry-oriented courses and value-added programmes.
Introduction of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary learning.
Strengthening continuous internal assessment.
Development of digital learning resources.
Faculty mentoring and academic advising.
Academic audits through IQAC.
Key Performance Indicators
Improvement in pass percentage.
Improvement in student learning outcomes.
Number of value-added courses.
Student participation in experiential learning.
CO-PO attainment.
Student and faculty feedback.
Number of industry-oriented courses/projects.
Objective
To develop a highly qualified, motivated and research-oriented faculty workforce.
Major Initiatives
Recruitment of qualified faculty according to applicable norms.
Faculty induction and orientation programmes.
Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs).
Workshops on AI, data analytics, research methodology and emerging technologies.
Encouragement for PhD and postdoctoral research.
Faculty participation in national and international conferences.
Faculty exchange and collaborative research.
Performance appraisal and academic development plans.
Recognition of outstanding teaching, research and institutional contributions.
Five-Year Target
The Institute shall progressively increase:
PhD-qualified faculty;
research publications;
sponsored projects;
consultancy;
FDP participation;
patents/copyrights;
industry interaction; and
international academic collaboration.
Objective
To develop ISM Patna as a research-oriented institution contributing to management, technology and societal development.
Major Research Areas
Artificial Intelligence and Management
Strategic Management
ESG and Sustainable Management
Operations Research
Digital Transformation
Entrepreneurship
Human Resource Management
Financial Technology
Business Analytics
Information Technology
Sustainable Development
Innovation and Emerging Technologies
Initiatives
Establishment/strengthening of Research and Development Cell.
Seed funding for faculty research.
Research methodology workshops.
Faculty research mentoring.
Interdisciplinary research projects.
Industry-sponsored research.
Consultancy projects.
Research collaborations with universities and institutions.
Research publications in quality journals.
Conferences, seminars and workshops.
Student research projects.
Promotion of patents, copyrights and innovation.
KPIs
Publications per faculty.
Research projects submitted and sanctioned.
Research grants.
Consultancy revenue.
Patents/copyrights.
Research collaborations.
PhD scholars/research scholars.
Conference proceedings.
Industry research projects.
Objective
To establish ISM Patna as a technology-enabled institution prepared for the emerging AI-driven educational and business environment.
Initiatives
AI-enabled teaching-learning.
Faculty training in Generative AI.
AI and data analytics laboratories.
Digital library enhancement.
Learning Management System.
ERP-based administration.
Digital attendance and assessment.
AI-supported student mentoring.
Data-driven institutional decision-making.
Cybersecurity awareness.
Digital literacy programmes.
Proposed Institutional Initiative
“ISM AI and Digital Innovation Centre”
The Centre may undertake:
AI training;
research;
industry projects;
student innovation;
faculty development;
consulting;
workshops and certification programmes.
Objective
To bridge the gap between academic learning and professional requirements.
Initiatives
MoUs with industries.
Industry visits.
Guest lectures by industry experts.
Corporate mentoring.
Live industry projects.
Internships.
Management consultancy projects.
Industry-based curriculum inputs.
Executive development programmes.
Industry-sponsored laboratories.
Corporate interaction through seminars and conclaves.
Target
Every eligible student should receive meaningful exposure to industry, internship, live projects or field-based experiential learning.
Objective
To develop students as entrepreneurs, innovators and employment creators.
Major Initiatives
Entrepreneurship Development Cell.
Innovation and Incubation Centre.
Start-up mentoring.
Business-plan competitions.
Hackathons and ideathons.
Entrepreneurship workshops.
Interaction with entrepreneurs.
MSME and start-up ecosystem linkage.
Support for student start-ups.
Intellectual Property Rights awareness.
Proposed Target
Develop a structured pipeline:
Idea → Mentoring → Prototype → Business Plan → Incubation → Start-up → Market Linkage
Objective
To develop professionally competent, employable and socially responsible graduates
Student Development Framework
It will be combination of Academic + Professional + Digital + Communication + Leadership + Ethical + Entrepreneurial + Social Skills
Initiatives
Communication skills.
Personality development.
Aptitude and reasoning.
Interview preparation.
Group discussions.
Leadership development.
Industry certifications.
Digital skills.
Entrepreneurship.
Career counselling.
Competitive examination guidance.
Internship.
Placement training.
Alumni mentoring.
Placement Development
A dedicated Training and Placement Cell shall strengthen:
corporate relationships;
campus recruitment;
internships;
placement preparation;
alumni referrals;
industry projects;
entrepreneurship;
higher education guidance.
Objective
To provide modern, accessible, safe and technology-enabled infrastructure.
Priority Areas
Smart classrooms.
Computer laboratories.
AI/Data Analytics laboratory.
Management simulation facilities.
Digital library.
Seminar/conference facilities.
Faculty research facilities.
Student activity areas.
Sports facilities.
Innovation/incubation facilities.
CCTV and security systems.
Fire safety.
Accessibility facilities.
Renewable-energy initiatives.
Green campus development.
Objective
To establish a culture of continuous quality improvement and strengthen institutional accreditation.
Major Initiatives
Strengthening IQAC.
Annual Academic and Administrative Audit.
Regular collection and analysis of stakeholder feedback.
Documentation of institutional best practices.
OBE implementation.
Academic audits.
Departmental performance review.
NAAC readiness.
NBA readiness for eligible programmes.
AISHE and regulatory documentation.
Institutional data management.
Annual Quality Assurance Report processes.
Continuous improvement based on evidence.
Quality Cycle
Plan → Implement → Monitor → Evaluate → Correct → Improve → Document
Objective
To provide students and faculty with international academic and professional exposure.
Initiatives
International MoUs.
Faculty exchange.
Student exchange.
International webinars.
Joint research.
International conferences.
Collaborative projects.
Visiting faculty
International case competitions.
Joint publications.
The Institute may further develop international collaborations such as academic/research projects with overseas universities and institutions.
Objective
To integrate sustainability into institutional operations, education and research.
Initiatives
Energy conservation.
Solar-energy initiatives.
Rainwater harvesting.
Waste segregation.
E-waste management.
Water conservation.
Green landscaping.
Plastic-reduction initiatives.
Environmental awareness.
Green audit.
Energy audit.
Sustainability research.
Academic Integration
Sustainability and ESG concepts should be incorporated into relevant courses, projects and research.
Objective
To establish transparent, participative, accountable and efficient institutional governance.
Initiatives
Clear delegation of authority.
Regular Governing Body meetings.
Academic Council/academic committees as applicable.
IQAC strengthening.
Research and Development Cell.
Student Grievance Redressal mechanism.
Internal Complaints Committee.
Anti-Ragging Committee.
SC/ST/OBC/Equal Opportunity mechanisms as applicable.
Examination and Academic Committees.
Training and Placement Committee.
Entrepreneurship/Innovation Committee.
Alumni Association.
Regular institutional audits.
Major Initiatives
Scholarships and financial assistance information.
Student mentoring.
Counselling services.
Career guidance.
Grievance redressal.
Anti-ragging measures.
Gender sensitisation.
Health and wellness programmes.
Sports and cultural activities.
Student clubs.
Community engagement.
Alumni mentoring.
ISM shall strengthen its contribution to society through:
awareness campaigns;
financial and digital literacy;
entrepreneurship awareness;
environmental programmes;
cyber-awareness programmes;
health awareness;
rural/community outreach;
student volunteering;
social entrepreneurship projects.
The objective shall be to develop students as responsible citizens and socially conscious professionals.
| Year | Major Focus |
|---|---|
| 2026–27 | Institutional strengthening, governance, IQAC, curriculum, faculty development, documentation and infrastructure planning |
| 2027–28 | Research expansion, industry partnerships, digital transformation, student employability and entrepreneurship |
| 2028–29 | Accreditation preparedness, research projects, international collaboration and innovation ecosystem |
| 2029–30 | Institutional consolidation, advanced laboratories, consultancy, patents and stronger industry linkages |
| 2030–31 | Excellence, national/international collaborations, sustainability, institutional benchmarking and continuous improvement |
| Dimension | Key Indicators |
|---|---|
| Academics | Pass %, CO-PO attainment, academic results |
| Faculty | PhD %, FDPs, certifications |
| Research | Publications, projects, grants, patents |
| Innovation | Start-ups, prototypes, IPR |
| Industry | MoUs, internships, live projects |
| Placement | Placement/higher education/entrepreneurship outcomes |
| Students | Certifications, competitions, participation |
| Internationalisation | MoUs, joint projects, exchange |
| Infrastructure | Smart classrooms, labs, digital resources |
| Quality | Academic audits, IQAC activities, accreditation |
| Sustainability | Energy/water/waste initiatives |
| Alumni | Alumni participation and mentoring |
| Community | Outreach programmes and beneficiaries |
The IQAC shall coordinate monitoring of the Institute Development Plan in consultation with the Director and concerned institutional committees.
Monitoring Cycle
Quarterly:
Department/Cell-level progress review
Half-Yearly:
Institutional performance review
Annually:
IDP achievement report and revision of targets
Five-Yearly:
Comprehensive review and preparation of the next strategic plan
Each strategic objective should have:
Objective → Activity → Responsibility → Timeline → Resources → KPI → Evidence → Review → Corrective Action
| Area | Primary Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Overall IDP | Director |
| Academic Development | Academic Committee/Deans/HODs |
| Quality Assurance | IQAC |
| Research | Research & Development Cell |
| Accreditation | IQAC + Accreditation Committee |
| Faculty Development | Director/Academic Administration |
| Industry Interface | Training & Placement Cell |
| Entrepreneurship | Innovation/Entrepreneurship Cell |
| Digital Transformation | IT/ICT Committee |
| Student Welfare | Student Welfare Committee |
| Infrastructure | Administration/Infrastructure Committee |
| Sustainability | Green Campus/Environment Committee |
| Alumni | Alumni Cell |
| Internationalisation | International Relations/Academic Cell |
| Finance | Management/Finance Department |
Implementation of the IDP shall be supported through:
institutional budget;
management support;
government schemes;
research grants;
industry-sponsored projects;
consultancy;
training programmes;
CSR collaboration;
alumni contributions;
sponsored laboratories;
academic and research collaborations.
All resource mobilisation shall be undertaken in accordance with applicable statutory and institutional requirements.
By the end of the IDP period, ISM Patna should aim to develop as an institution characterized by:
1.Strong academic systems and outcome-based education.
2.Qualified and research-active faculty.
3.A visible culture of research, innovation and consultancy.
4.Technology-enabled and AI-supported teaching-learning.
5.Strong industry-academia interaction.
6.Improved student employability and entrepreneurship.
7.Modern academic and digital infrastructure.
8.Robust IQAC and quality-management systems.
9.Preparedness for relevant accreditation and quality-assurance processes.
10.Greater international academic and research collaboration.
11.A sustainable and environmentally responsible campus.
12.Strong alumni and community engagement.
13.Transparent and participative institutional governance.
14.Continuous improvement based on measurable evidence.
| Vision/Mission Element | Strategic Initiative | Expected Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Academic Excellence | OBE, FDP, curriculum enhancement | Improved learning outcomes |
| Innovation | AI Centre, incubation, hackathons | Innovation and start-ups |
| Research | R&D Cell, grants, consultancy | Knowledge creation |
| Entrepreneurship | Incubation and mentoring | Entrepreneurial ecosystem |
| Industry Relevance | Internships, live projects | Employability |
| Technology | AI, ERP, LMS, digital library | Digital transformation |
| Ethical Leadership | Value education, governance | Responsible professionals |
| Sustainability | Green campus, ESG research | Sustainable institution |
| Global Outlook | International collaboration | Global competencies |
| Social Responsibility | Outreach programmes | Community impact |
| Quality | IQAC, audits, accreditation | Continuous improvement |
The Institute Development Plan of International School of Management, Patna is designed as a comprehensive strategic framework for transforming the Institute into a quality-driven, research-oriented, technology-enabled, industry-connected and socially responsible institution of higher education.
The Plan places particular emphasis on the integration of academic excellence, research, Artificial Intelligence, innovation, entrepreneurship, industry engagement, student development, sustainability, internationalisation and quality assurance. Its implementation will require coordinated efforts by the Management, Director, faculty, staff, students, alumni, industry partners and other stakeholders.
The IDP should therefore function not merely as a planning document but as a continuous institutional improvement mechanism, with measurable targets, defined responsibilities, periodic monitoring, documentary evidence and corrective action.
