“Family businesses are more than just enterprises; they are legacies passed down through generations.”
– Seema Mahajan
According to PwC’s 2016 survey, only 15% of the family businesses have solid plans for continuity. PwC’s 11th Global Family Business Survey says that the businesses need to adopt new priorities to secure their legacy.
In family-run businesses, success is not just about profit, but preserving the family’s heritage and unity. Additionally, the strength of a family business lies in its members’ deep-rooted values and shared vision. The commitment and dedication found in family businesses often lead to long-term sustainability and resilience in the face of challenges.
In today’s interconnected global economy, emerging markets play a crucial role in shaping the future of business. Although these economies present unique opportunities for entrepreneurs and family businesses to thrive, they have a fair share of challenges. Additionally, understanding the cultural nuances and consumer behavior in these economies is vital for building successful business strategies. Moreover, one of the key challenges of operating in an emerging economy is the volatile business environment characterized by political instability, regulatory uncertainties, and rapid changes in market conditions. As future business leaders, you need to understand and navigate these challenges effectively!
Adaptability, resilience, and innovative thinking will be your greatest assets in overcoming these obstacles. Also, differentiating your business and creating a sustainable competitive advantage is critical for success.
At NMIMS Pravin Dalal School of Entrepreneurship and Family Business Management, we address these needs with specialized programs for both undergraduates and postgraduates. Our offerings include the MBA (Entrepreneurship & Family Business Management), MBA (Entrepreneurship), MBA (Real Estate Management), Integrated MBA (Entrepreneurship & Family Business), BBA (Management & Marketing), BBA (Finance), Women Entrepreneurship Program (WEP), and Weekend Managed Family Business Administration. These programs focus on strategic competence, self-awareness, and moral judgment.
Particularly, at PDSE, we are instrumental in nurturing leadership qualities with futuristic goals and vision among the students.
Our school aims to provide:
Quality education- Each subject, exercise, or project that is undertaken, is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in business practices and principles. The overall course structure with focused modules and value-added workshops is curated and crafted with predefined objectives.
Networking opportunities, since we believe in the concept that your network is your net worth. With an alumni base of 6500 entrepreneurs in this country ranging from 30 crores to 5000 crores and 600 entrepreneurs on campus at any given point in time, we provide our students immense opportunities to collaborate and grow.
Industry-specific knowledge:
We at the school focus on providing students with industry-specific knowledge and skills relevant to various sectors of business.
With access to resources such as research databases and libraries, AI and digital disruptions critical thinking skills are honed by experienced professors, industry experts and domain specialists.
Internships and experiential learning form the core of our institution. The school offers opportunities for students to gain real-world experience through internships, projects, consulting projects, and study abroad programs. Our international immersion program is the most sought-after, where our students get an opportunity to experience the world’s best business practices and interact with senior strategy members worldwide.
In the end, our ultimate goal is to be among the top 50 globally in leadership development for family businesses. With over 6000+ successful alumni, we continue to support the SME sector in India. Our curriculum blends business skills with an entrepreneurial mindset, providing students with international exposure and a global perspective.
We are committed to providing an unparalleled learning experience, leading to outstanding accomplishments in business and beyond.
Thank you for trusting us.
Seema Mahajan
Director-PDSE.
