School of Management Sciences

School of Management Sciences (SOMS) is an integral part of IIEST, Shibpur. SOMS started its journey as B.E. College School of Management Sciences (BECSOMS) in the year 1999 for management education with the commitment of meeting the need of professional managers in the Indian industries.

Over a period of last 25 years, SOMS has emerged as an Institution of excellence in all facets of management education with highly specialized, sophisticated 21st Century oriented courses and curriculum. The goal of SOMS is to achieve professional growth through holistic management education to shape future leaders for the corporate through intermingling of functional knowledge in Marketing, Finance, Operations and Human Resource Management.

SOMS takes pride in its strong synergy with government institutions and industry partners, ensuring that its programs remain relevant and responsive to the ever-changing business landscape. The faculty members are deeply engaged in research and development activities, continually enhancing teaching materials and case studies to provide students with real-world insights.

Known for its excellent reputation among recruiters, SOMS has consistently achieved commendable placement records. The MBA program at SOMS as well prepares the students for higher studies and research in Management.

Infrastructure

The School of Management Sciences (SOMS) boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure designed to provide an optimal learning environment for students and faculty alike. The department features fully equipped smart classrooms, conference facilities and other necessary academic infrastructure. A highlight of the infrastructure is the advanced Computer Laboratory, which serves as an interdisciplinary hub for transforming data into actionable insights, thereby enhancing decision-making processes within business organizations. Management students and researchers from various specializations utilize the lab's resources to apply analytical, computational, and statistical methods in fields such as operations, marketing, finance, and human resources. The lab with fast LAN and Wi-Fi connectivity, is outfitted with cutting-edge hardware, enabling access to both licensed and open-source software such as SPSS Version 29, Minitab, R, and Python. With interactive projectors for hands-on learning, the lab fosters a techno-managerial learning atmosphere. Additionally, it prioritizes security and discipline through CCTV surveillance, ensuring a safe and productive environment for academic pursuits.

Placement of Students

SOMS has achieved commendable placement record for last the couple of academic years. Placements are done through the dedicated central placement cell of IIEST Shibpur, which facilitates and acts as an interface for students and the industry for seamless integration of all knowledge transfer and coordination. 

Secror-wise statistics with a breakup of company-wise distribution of students undergone internships and secured final placements during the academic year 2021-2024 are given below:

Core Strengths

1. 25-year legacy of holistic management education with academic rigor and professional development.
2. Specialized, 21st-century-oriented curriculum in Marketing, Finance, Operations, and HR Management.
3. State-of-the-art infrastructure with modern classrooms, advanced labs, and analytical software tools.
4. Strong synergy with industry and government institutions for relevant programs and research.
5. Favorable faculty-to-student ratio enabling personalized mentoring and support.
6. Student-centric environment with approachable faculty and seamless resource access.
7. Consistent placement excellence leveraging the IIEST brand and central placement cell.
8. Active promotion of entrepreneurial initiatives through programs like CBDE, Incubation centre-TCGTBI
9. Affordable quality management education compared to leading B-schools.
10. Integration with industry attracting top recruiters and enhancing career prospects.
11. Opportunities for skill development through workshops, projects, and research.