At ABBS School of Management (ABBSSM), our Centres of Excellence foster applied research, industry and international collaboration, experiential learning and societal impact. Through conferences, professional partnerships and community initiatives, we connect management education with emerging business challenges and the pursuit of a more inclusive, peaceful and sustainable society.
ABBSSM, in association with the Tejus Disaster Management and Mitigation Centre (TDMMC), is committed to strengthening disaster preparedness, emergency response and community resilience. The collaboration aims to train one lakh individuals free of cost, reaching diverse sections of society.
Training initiatives cover the Army, Air Force, police personnel, hospitals, Bengaluru and Kochi Metro personnel, and students at various educational levels. These programmes promote a culture of safety and equip individuals and institutions with essential disaster preparedness and emergency-response skills.
ABBSSM has also collaborated with Resilience360, an AI-enabled risk intelligence platform, to strengthen awareness of technology-driven approaches to disaster risk assessment, climate-related risks and organisational resilience. This collaboration connects emerging risk technologies with management education, helping students understand risk mitigation, crisis preparedness and business continuity.
The Centre for Logistics and Supply Chain Management promotes industry-oriented learning, applied research and professional development in logistics, procurement, materials management and supply chain strategy.
The Centre collaborates with the Indian Institute of Materials Management (IIMM) and its Centre for Research in Materials Management (CRIMM) to strengthen industry–academia engagement and encourage research and knowledge sharing.
Through national conferences, workshops and expert lectures, the Centre explores emerging trends such as supply chain digitalisation, sustainable logistics, procurement, inventory management and supply chain resilience. These initiatives connect academic learning with industry practices, equipping future managers with the knowledge and skills to address evolving supply chain challenges.
The Mahatma Gandhi International Research Centre for Conflict Prevention and Management advances interdisciplinary research and dialogue on peace science, peace economics, conflict prevention and sustainable development. The Centre provides a platform for international academic collaboration, knowledge exchange and research into the economic and social dimensions of peace.
The Centre organises its annual international conference, bringing together scholars, practitioners and experts to explore the role of regional science, peace science and peace economics in conflict prevention and development. Its 2026 conference, held on 25–26 September 2026 at the BMR Auditorium, ABBS Campus, was the 17th International Conference, featuring distinguished speakers and international perspectives.
The conference was organised in collaboration with the Regional Science Association, with support from the UNESCO Chair at Grenoble École de Management, the European SPES Institute, Binghamton University, the South Asian Alliance of Disaster Research Institutes (SAADRI), the Integrated Disaster Risk Management India Chapter, Globethics and other partners.
Through its international networks and research initiatives, the Centre promotes dialogue across disciplines and cultures, contributing to a deeper understanding of conflict prevention, economic cooperation and sustainable development.
ABBSSM believes that meaningful networking and experiential learning are essential to management education. Through mandatory campus-to-community projects, industry mentorship initiatives, professional workshops and expert interactions, students engage with business leaders, senior academicians, policymakers, NGOs, venture capitalists and global practitioners.
Industry mentorship initiatives, including engagement with Dell, and collaborations with professional bodies such as the National HRD Network (NHRDN), HRST and NHRDWN provide opportunities for students to connect classroom learning with professional practice. Student clubs, including HRUDAY, the HR Club, further encourage leadership, networking and collaborative learning.
These initiatives foster applied research, innovation, responsible leadership and the development of sustainable business solutions.
ABBSSM recognises India’s cultural diversity as a strength and strives to nurture an inclusive learning environment that values different perspectives, backgrounds, and talents. Guided by the core belief, “Different voices, equal opportunities, stronger together,” the institution aims to prepare students to thrive in multicultural workplaces and contribute responsibly to society.
To operationalize these principles, ABBSSM conducts campus-wide interactive forums, such as its impactful session on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion held on 2 May 2026 at the BMR Auditorium. Featuring esteemed industry leaders and speakers—Neeta Baindur, Prashanth Parthasarathy, Dr. Ali Khwaja, Astha Dwivedi, and Ivita Das—the event provided actionable perspectives on driving cultural change and building a more inclusive tomorrow.
ABBSSM’s engagement with Pride Circle and structured DEI benchmarking through the India Education Equality Index supports institutional reflection on policies, campus climate, and support systems for LGBTQ+ students, faculty, and staff.
Reinforcing its commitment to holistic well-being, ABBSSM signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aptha Salaha Kendra on 8 October 2026 to facilitate professional counselling, psychological support, mental health awareness, and life-guidance services for students, faculty, and staff. The collaboration also envisages wellness workshops, stress-management initiatives, and confidential counselling support, fostering a more empathetic and supportive campus environment.
Through expert-led DEI sessions, institutional benchmarking, and dedicated mental health support, ABBSSM continues to promote equity, inclusion, emotional well-being, and a strong sense of belonging across its campus community.
