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Dr. M. Balaji

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SRM Executive Education

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Dr. M. Balaji · CEO, SRM Executive Education

Dr. M. Balaji (Bala)

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

SRM School of Business Studies

B-School, Chennai

Message from the Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Respected Stakeholders,

“Be distinct or extinct.”

It is my privilege and honour to lead the newly conceptualised and established SRM School of Business Studies, a leading and distinctive B-School in Chennai. Conceived as a strategic initiative, this B-School is built to deliver world-class management education that is impactful, globally benchmarked, and accessible to both learners and corporate partners, while producing a premium talent pool for global organizations.

Our mission is clear — to blend Indian roots as mindset and intellectual capital with global careers without boundaries, preparing graduates and professionals who are business-ready from Day One.

At SRM School of Business Studies, we offer a comprehensive portfolio of programs that reflect our commitment to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation:

Flagship Residential Degree Programs – intensive full-time MBA pathways.

Diploma Programs – specialized fast-track learning.

Certificate Programs – short-term skill-focused modules.

Management Development Programs (MDPs) – executive skilling initiatives.

Customized Corporate Programs – tailored solutions co-created with industry partners.

Executive DBA – advanced doctoral pathways for senior professionals.

Faculty Development Programs – capacity-building initiatives for academic leaders.

These portfolios are not restricted to the above; we will continuously expand and innovate to align with evolving industry needs, global trends, and emerging opportunities.

Shaping the Future

We recognize the profound impact of Generative AI and automation on the workforce. Roles are being redefined, and reskilling has become essential. At SRM B-School, we see it as our responsibility to provide pathways for professionals to adapt, thrive, and lead in this new era.

The B-School is led by a seasoned leadership team with over four decades of experience in building educational institutions and creating a lasting legacy. We are ably guided by distinguished industry leaders on our Advisory Councils and supported by an outstanding global faculty representing our Academic Council. Together, we ensure that SRM nurtures futuristic, values-driven talent — committed to ethics, grounded in humility, willing to go the extra mile, and prepared to succeed as problem solvers and solution providers.

With industry as a co-creator of our curriculum, every program is enriched with real-world insights, cutting-edge technology, and application-based learning. This unique integration of academia and industry ensures that our graduates deliver measurable impact from the very start of their careers.

I warmly welcome you to explore the opportunities at SRM B-School and join us in shaping a new generation of leaders who will innovate, inspire, and create meaningful change across sectors.

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