CMR University Appoints Dr. S S Prasada Rao as the Dean of School of Management

CMR University (CMRU) Bangalore has appointed Prof. Dr. Suvvaru Surya Prasada Rao as the Dean of the School of Management (SOM). Apply to any top 250 B Schools from one window. Shortlist, save. CLICK ▶️ REGISTER HERE For More MBA Updates. Dr. Prasada Rao, brings extensive academic and administrative experience to the role, having previously held senior academic leadership positions at prominent business schools. A distinguished academician, institution builder, and management educator with over 35 years of exemplary experience in higher education, Dr. Prasada Rao’s illustrious career reflects a significant commitment to academic excellence, innovative teaching, institutional transformation, quality assurance, and leadership development. https://campusutra.com/dr-jayanthi-ranjan-takes-charge-as-director-of-mdi-murshidabad/ Prior to joining CMR University, Prof. Dr. Rao served as Dean, Centre for Teaching and Learning at WeSchool, Mumbai; Founding Dean, School of Commerce and Management at MBU; and Founder Director, Teaching Learning Centre at Sharda University, Greater Noida. Earlier, during his distinguished association of nearly 25 years with GITAM University, he held several strategic leadership positions, including, Founder Director of the Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Founder Director of the Centre for Distance Learning, Founder Dean and Director of Hyderabad Business School, Director of Academic Affairs and Director of the Centre for Learning and Sustainability. At CMR University, Prof. Dr. Rao will lead the Schools of Management, with a vision of nurturing future-ready leaders, strengthening academic quality, fostering impactful research, and deepening industry engagement across all campuses. We are confident that his extensive experience, academic distinction, and visionary leadership will further advance CMR University's pursuit of excellence in management education - stated the University. Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Bhalla Appointed as VC of Shivalik University https://campusutra.com/dr-nilesh-gokhale-appointed-director-at-met-iom/ “ In an era defined by artificial intelligence, digital transformation, data driven decision making, sustainability, and global interconnectedness, our endeavour is to prepare learners with the knowledge, skills, values, and mindset required to lead with purpose and confidence. Aligned with the University’s mission of promoting multi-disciplinary, interdisciplinary, and cross-disciplinary learning through technology-enabled education, the School of Management offers a diverse portfolio of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes designed to address emerging industry needs,” said Dr. Rao. “Our programmes in Business Administration, Digital Marketing, Business Analytics, FinTech, Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Tourism & Hospitality Management, MBA with Dual Specializations, MBA in Business Analytics & Business Intelligence, MBA in Technology Management, and Executive MBA in Product Leadership integrate academic rigour with industry relevance and contemporary business practices”, he added. About CMR University: Established in 2013, CMR University is a UGC-recognized private university. It is governed by the CMR Jnanadhara Trust and operates across multiple specialized campuses in the city, including its main campus on Hennur-Bagalur Road. Evaluate, Select, APPLY - Entire List of 200+ Top B Schools : CLICK HERE ! https://campusutra.com/cat-2026-registration-now-open/ CMR Campuses CMRU OMBR campus, 5, Chikka Banaswadi Rd, Bhuvanagiri, Lakshmamma Layout, Banaswadi, Bengaluru CMRU City Campus, HRBR Layout Block 2, Kalyan Nagar, Bangalore CMRU Main Campus, off Hennur-Bagalur Road, Bangalore. CMRIT IT campus,132 Aecs Layout, Itpl Main Road, Kundalahalli, Bengaluru Academic Programs Offered CMR University offers over 50 undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degree programs across multiple specialized schools: Management & Commerce: BBA (Digital Marketing, Business Analytics, Fintech), MBA (Dual Specialization, Executive MBA), B.Com, and M.Com. Engineering & Technology: B.Tech programs in Computer Science, AI & Machine Learning, Data Science, Cyber Security, and ECE. Law: BA LLB (Hons), BBA LLB (Hons), LLB, and LLM through the School of Legal Studies. Design & Architecture: B.Arch, B.Des (Fashion Design, Communication Design, Interior Design). Science, Humanities & Healthcare: BCA, B.Sc, M.Sc (Psychology, Clinical Psychology), MSW, and Allied Health Science degrees.