Sri Siddhartha Institute of Management Studies (SSIMS), Tumakuru, a premier management institution in Karnataka, was established in 1997 under the aegis of the Sri Siddhartha Education Society (SSES). Affiliated with Tumkur University, recognized by the Government of Karnataka, and approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi, SSIMS has earned a distinguished reputation for academic excellence, industry-oriented education, and holistic student development. Having successfully completed 28 batches of MBA graduates, the institute continues to uphold its tradition of excellence by producing competent management professionals and achieving commendable academic results in university examinations.
Situated amidst a serene and eco-friendly campus in the heart of Tumakuru city, SSIMS offers a modern learning environment equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure. The institute offers a two-year MBA programme with single specializations in Marketing Management, Human Resource Management, Financial Management, Business Analytics, and Logistics & Supply Chain Management. The campus features spacious smart classrooms, well-equipped computer laboratories, a comprehensive library, digital learning resources, a computerized attendance system, and excellent student support facilities that foster an engaging and technology-enabled learning experience.
SSIMS follows an outcome-based and industry-oriented approach to management education by integrating classroom instruction with experiential learning. Students are provided opportunities to participate in industrial visits, internships, live projects, business expos, management fests, entrepreneurship development programmes, digital marketing boot camps, artificial intelligence and business analytics workshops, financial market simulations, and other value-added certification programmes. These initiatives enable students to develop practical knowledge, analytical thinking, and professional competencies required in today’s dynamic business environment.
To bridge the gap between academia and industry, SSIMS has established strategic collaborations with leading industries, corporate organizations, professional bodies, and skill development partners. Through these collaborations, students gain exposure to internships, industry mentoring, guest lectures, live consulting assignments, certification programmes, and real-world business practices. The institute also encourages active participation in national and international conferences, case study competitions, business plan contests, hackathons, research activities, and innovation challenges to nurture creativity, leadership, and entrepreneurial skills.
Recognizing the importance of holistic development, SSIMS places equal emphasis on communication skills, critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, ethical values, and professional ethics. Regular training programmes in aptitude, soft skills, personality development, group discussions, mock interviews, and career readiness are conducted through the Training and Placement Cell to enhance students’ employability and prepare them for successful careers in the corporate sector.
With a dedicated team of qualified and experienced faculty members, robust academic practices, active NSS, sports, literary and cultural clubs, student support services, and a vibrant campus environment, SSIMS continues to nurture socially responsible, ethically grounded, and globally competent management professionals. The institute remains committed to excellence in teaching, research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry engagement, making it one of the preferred destinations for management education in Karnataka.
