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Students Chapters

BMA Student Chapters: Industry – Academia Collaboration

To bridge the gap between academic learning and industry practice by fostering leadership development, professional networking, entrepreneurship, and experiential learning among management students.

BMA Student Chapters: Vision & Mission

Vision: To pioneer a global culture of transformative leadership by empowering students to cultivate purpose‑driven attitudes, champion sustainable innovation, and lead with integrity.

Mission: To empower future leaders through experiential learning, ethical mentorship, and sustainability‑driven action for purposeful and impactful leadership.

This Student Chapter aligns with NEP 2020, Viksit Bharat 2047, and the UN SDGs, preparing students to become globally competent professionals and transformative leaders.

BMA Student Chapters: Key Focus Areas

  • Leadership Development – Ethical, visionary, and purpose‑driven training
  • Entrepreneurship – Startup incubation, mentoring, and innovation challenges.
    Sustainability – ESG awareness, social responsibility, and responsible leadership.
  • Innovation – Design thinking, problem‑solving, and technology‑driven solutions.
  • Industry Engagement – Expert talks, corporate interactions, internships, and live projects
  • Student Capacity Building – Communication, employability skills, certifications, and competitions.

BMA Student Chapters: Mutual Benefits – For Institution and Students

BMA: Expansion of student chapters, stronger industry–academia footprint, and pipeline of future leaders.

Host Institution

  • Strengthened collaboration with BMA and industry partners.
  • Enhanced reputation through professional engagement.
  • Opportunities for joint events, research, and innovation.
  • Enhanced reputation, industry collaboration, and joint branding with BMA.

Students

  • Development of leadership and managerial competencies.
  • Networking with industry leaders and professionals.
  • Enhanced employability via mentoring, internships, and exposure.
  • Encouragement of entrepreneurship and innovation.
  • Fostering ethical leadership and lifelong learning
  • Access to internships, mentoring, certifications, and participation in BMA conferences

BMA Student Chapters: Governance and Partnership Model

  • Academic Partner: Host institution (e.g., RUAS, other management institutes) provides infrastructure, faculty mentorship, and student participation.
  • Industry Partner: BMA provides industry linkages, corporate mentors, leadership programs, and professional networking.
  • Joint Governance: Shared advisory council with representation from university leadership, BMA executives, and student leaders.

Steps

  • Phase I – Formal MoU between BMA and institution.
  • Phase II – Membership drive and governance committee formation.
  • Phase III – Launch of annual activity calendar (seminars, workshops, industry visits).
  • Phase IV – Review and renewal of partnership annually.
  • Student Membership Fee: ₹500 per student annually (nominal, to encourage participation).
  • Faculty Membership Fee: ₹1,000 per faculty annually (optional, for deeper engagement).
  • Institutional Contribution: Sponsor organization needs to be an Institutional Member of BMA
  • Sharing: 75% to BMA: For organizing leadership talks, industry mentoring, certification workshops, and networking events. 25% to Host Institution: For infrastructure, faculty coordination, and student activity support/ refreshments.

BMA Student Chapters: Announcement

Bangalore Management Association (BMA) Announcing the BMA Student Chapter Partnership

  👉 With Management Institutes in Bangalore

  📌 A platform to empower students through leadership, innovation, and industry engagement.

Focus Areas:

  • Leadership Development – Mentorship & skills training
  • Industry Engagement – Internships & expert talks
  • Innovation & Entrepreneurship – Startup incubation & challenges
  • Sustainability Focus – ESG initiatives & responsible leadership

Benefits to Students: Why Join?:

  • Professional Networking – Connect with industry leaders
  • Practical Experience – Hands‑on projects & internships
  • Career Growth – Mentoring & placement support
  • Entrepreneurial Skills – Startup guidance & innovation challenges
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)

Pivoting with Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences (RUAS)

BMA Student Chapter: Governance and Partnership Model with RUAS

  • Academic Partner: Host institution (e.g., RUAS, other management institutes) provides infrastructure, faculty mentorship, and student participation.
  • Industry Partner: BMA provides industry linkages, corporate mentors, leadership programs, and professional networking.
  • Joint Governance: Shared advisory council with representation from university leadership, BMA executives, and student leaders.

Steps

  • Phase I – Formal MoU between BMA and institution.
  • Phase II – Membership drive and governance committee formation.
  • Phase III – Launch of annual activity calendar (seminars, workshops, industry visits).
  • Phase IV – Review and renewal of partnership annually.
  • Student Membership Fee: ₹500 per student annually (nominal, to encourage participation).
  • Faculty Membership Fee: ₹1,000 per faculty annually (optional, for deeper engagement).
  • Institutional Contribution: Sponsor organization needs to be an Institutional Member of BMA
  • Sharing: 75% to BMA: For organizing leadership talks, industry mentoring, certification workshops, and networking events. 25% to Host Institution: For infrastructure, faculty coordination, and student activity support/ refreshments.

BMA Student Chapter at RUAS: Governance Structure and Next Steps

  • Patron: Vice Chancellor, RUAS & Hon. Director, BMA
  • Chief Advisor: Dean, Faculty of Management & Commerce, RUAS
  • Centre Head: LEADS Next Gen Centre
  • BMA Corporate Mentor: Nominated Member from BMA
  • Student Executive Committee: Advisory Council, Core Executive Council, Trainee Associate Council

Form the Chapter

  • Establish governance structure and align with BMA and RUAS leadership.
  • Membership Drive: Enroll students, faculty, alumni, and industry mentors to build a diverse base.
  • Constitute Executive Committee Install student councils and define leadership roles for effective functioning.
  • Launch Annual Calendar: Roll out leadership programs, industry interactions, and collaborative events.
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)