About Vishwakarma University
Vishwakarma University (VU), Pune, is a UGC-recognized state private University backed by the four-decade educational legacy of the Vishwakarma Group. Recognized and ranked by various national and international academic, governmental, and industry benchmarking bodies, VU stands as a premier multidisciplinary university committed to academic excellence, research, and sustainability. A member of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), VU integrates transdisciplinary Centers of Excellence, robust industry engagement, and outcome-based experiential learning. Fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, the university cultivates globally competent, socially responsible, and future-ready graduates equipped to address modern real-world challenges.
About the Faculty / Department
The Faculty of Management Studies and the Faculty of Commerce & Management at Vishwakarma University, Pune, India, are committed to nurturing future-ready business professionals and responsible leaders through academic excellence, innovation, industry engagement, ethical values, and research-driven education.
The Faculty of Commerce & Management offers undergraduate programs that provide a strong foundation in commerce, business, entrepreneurship, and management, while the Faculty of Management Studies focuses on postgraduate education, developing advanced managerial competencies, strategic thinking, leadership capabilities, and research acumen.
Together, the faculties foster experiential and interdisciplinary learning, strengthen industry-academia collaboration, encourage innovation and entrepreneurship, and promote sustainable business practices. Through a holistic and globally oriented educational approach, they empower students to thrive in an evolving business landscape and make meaningful contributions to industry, society, and the economy.
About Pune City
Pune, often celebrated as the βOxford of the East,β is one of Indiaβs foremost centers of education, research, innovation, and industrial growth. Home to renowned universities, research institutions, and a diverse student community from across India and around the world, the city has established itself as a vibrant hub for knowledge creation and intellectual exchange.
Beyond academia, Pune is a thriving destination for information technology, manufacturing, automobile engineering, startups, and entrepreneurship, fostering a dynamic ecosystem that encourages innovation, collaboration, and industry-academia partnerships. The cityβs strong presence of multinational corporations, research organizations, and emerging enterprises makes it an ideal venue for discussions on contemporary business challenges and sustainable development.
Blending a rich cultural heritage with modern infrastructure, a pleasant climate, and a progressive outlook, Pune offers an inspiring environment for learning, networking, and professional engagement. As the host city of ICSSBP-2027, Pune provides an excellent platform for researchers, academicians, policymakers, industry leaders, and practitioners to exchange ideas, forge meaningful collaborations, and contribute to shaping the future of smart and sustainable business practices.