The Indian Institute of Management Mumbai on Friday announced the launch of a new four-year bachelor’s programme aimed at preparing students for careers shaped by rapid digital transformation and evolving business needs.

The course has been designed to combine advanced technological learning with strong foundations in management, reflecting the changing demands of the global workforce.

Named the Bachelor’s Programme in Digital Science and Business Management, the undergraduate degree marks a significant expansion of IIM Mumbai’s academic offerings.

The institute, formerly known as the National Institute of Industrial Engineering, said the programme will focus on developing professionals who can operate confidently at the intersection of technology and business leadership.

The new programme has been introduced at a time when organisations increasingly seek graduates who understand both digital systems and managerial decision-making.

IIM Mumbai said the course structure has been carefully designed to reflect this shift and equip students with skills relevant to future business environments.

CURRICULUM BLENDING TECHNOLOGY AND MANAGEMENT

According to the institute, the curriculum integrates emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, the Internet of Things and robotics with essential management disciplines.

Core business areas covered in the programme include operations, marketing, finance and manufacturing.

By combining these domains, the programme aims to help students understand how digital tools influence business strategy, efficiency and innovation.

The institute said this approach would allow students to build both technical insight and managerial judgement, enabling them to take on leadership roles in digitally enabled organisations.

FOCUS ON HOLISTIC PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

IIM Mumbai said the new degree programme is designed to develop holistic professionals capable of navigating complex business challenges in a technology-driven world.

Students will be trained to analyse data, understand digital systems and apply management principles in real-world business contexts.

The institute added that the programme reflects its long-standing focus on industry relevance and practical learning.

By exposing students to both technology and management from the undergraduate level, IIM Mumbai aims to strengthen the talent pipeline for future business and industrial leadership.

PUNE CAMPUS TO HOST UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMME

The undergraduate programme will be offered from a small campus in Pune, which will function as an extension of IIM Mumbai.

The Pune Municipal Corporation has agreed to provide a building for this purpose, which will be refurbished to meet operational and academic standards.

The facility will host teaching and academic activities related to the bachelor’s programme. IIM Mumbai said the Pune campus will enable the institute to expand access to quality undergraduate education while maintaining its academic standards and institutional values.