IIT Mandi to launch MBA programme in data science and AI from fall semester 2022

IIT Mandi is set to launch an MBA programme in data science and artificial intelligence starting fall semester 2022.

With the goal of preparing future-ready business leaders equipped with technological and management knowledge, IIT Mandi is starting an MBA programme in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.

The two-year, full-time master's programme begins in the fall semester of 2022 and will integrate contemporary management concepts, soft skills for developing individuals, and a wide range of data science tools, with a strong emphasis on problem-solving and managerial decision-making.

This programme differs from other technology-oriented programmes like BTech, MTech/MS by focusing on the integration of data science and artificial intelligence into various business and management domains, as well as a strong emphasis on managerial decision-making.

Speaking about the program, Prof. Laxmidhar Behera, Director, IIT Mandi, said, “It gives me immense pride to introduce the newly started MBA in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence programme. This MBA programme aligns with IIT Mandi’s motto and strives to produce future-ready management leaders to tackle industry and academic challenges.”

“The programme will position students to transform data into better business decisions and help them identify areas of business where data science, artificial intelligence, and machine learning can add value and provide inputs to algorithm developers and data analysts,” the professor added.

Data science will be the backbone of the competitive advantage for the industry going forward. The competitive edge will be gained by leveraging data-based decision making.

The industry is already moving in this direction. It will need a large workforce that is skilled in data science and knowledgeable in its application in business and strategy issues relevant to business organizations.