Chapters Chapter 1: Streamlining Industrial Operations: Efficiency and Innovation Chapter 2: Harnessing the Power and Velocity of Artificial Intelligence in Rehabilitation and Promotion of Mental Health of students with Severe Mental Disorders Chapter 3: Effective Project Management: From Planning to Execution Chapter 4: Strategic Business Management: Leading for Success

Examine the ethical challenges facing businesses today with this thought-provoking book. Covering topics such as corporate governance, social responsibility, and ethical decision-making, it provides practical frameworks and real-world examples to help business leaders and professionals make ethically sound choices in a rapidly changing global landscape.

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of business, effective leadership is the cornerstone of success. "The Manager's Compass: Navigating the Challenges of Modern Business Leadership" is a comprehensive guide that empowers current and aspiring managers with essential skills and insights for excelling in today’s complex business landscape. Through its engaging chapters, this book provides a thorough exploration of modern management principles, from developing a distinctive leadership style to building cohesive teams, and from enhancing decision-making and communication skills to fostering a culture of innovation and ethical responsibility. Key Features: Leadership Development: Tailored advice on identifying and refining your leadership style to maximize team engagement and performance. Team Building & Management: Strategies for assembling, motivating, and nurturing teams for peak performance. Effective Communication: Techniques for improving interpersonal communication, crucial in leadership and team dynamics. Decision-Making & Problem-Solving: Guidance on navigating complex business challenges with innovative and effective solutions. Ethical Leadership: Insights into leading with integrity and ensuring your management style aligns with social responsibility. Each chapter combines theoretical knowledge with practical applications, making it an invaluable resource for pragmatic leaders. Real-world examples and case studies bring the concepts to life, offering relatable and actionable insights. "The Manager's Compass" is more than just a management book; it’s a toolkit for transforming your leadership approach and guiding your team towards new heights of success. Whether you're at the helm of a small team or a large corporation, this book is designed to be your companion in the journey towards becoming an exemplary leader. Step into the role of a visionary manager with "The Manager's Compass" and lead your team with confidence, adaptability, and foresight. Your journey to management excellence begins here.

In today’s digital age, technology risk management is no longer just the realm of IT departments. It’s a critical concern for every business leader who wants to protect their organization from the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, data breaches, and compliance pitfalls. "The Businessperson’s Guide to Technology Risk Management" is your ultimate roadmap to navigating these challenges with confidence and foresight. Why This Book is a Must-Have: Comprehensive Coverage: From understanding the basics of technology risk to implementing advanced risk management frameworks, this guide covers it all. Learn about cybersecurity threats, data protection, operational risks, and much more. Practical Insights: Packed with real-world examples, case studies, and step-by-step checklists, this book provides actionable strategies that you can implement immediately to safeguard your business. Expert Guidance: Written by seasoned professionals in the field, this guide demystifies complex concepts and offers clear, expert advice on managing technology risks effectively. Futureproofing: Stay ahead of emerging trends and challenges, including quantum computing, AI risks, and the evolving regulatory environment. Learn how to build resilience and prepare your organization for the future. Engaging and Accessible: With a touch of humor and a focus on practical application, this book is designed to be both informative and enjoyable to read, making it accessible to both technical and non-technical business leaders. Key Features: In-Depth Chapters: Each chapter delves deeply into critical aspects of technology risk management, from conducting risk assessments to developing business continuity plans. Templates and Checklists: Includes practical templates and checklists to streamline your risk management processes, making it easier to implement best practices. Additional Resources: A curated list of books, articles, websites, and professional organizations to further enhance your understanding and keep you updated with the latest in the field. Who Should Read This Book? Business Leaders and Executives: Gain the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about technology risks and protect your organization’s assets and reputation. IT Professionals and Risk Managers: Enhance your existing knowledge and skills with advanced strategies and practical insights from industry experts. Entrepreneurs and Startups: Learn how to build a robust technology risk management framework from the ground up, ensuring your business is prepared for the challenges of the digital age. A Note from the Author: I wrote this book with a satirical dedication, because let's face it, navigating the world of technology risk management wouldn't be as entertaining without the quirks and unique contributions of everyone involved. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, I hope this guide provides you with the clarity, confidence, and perhaps a few laughs, as you embark on your journey to safeguard your organization. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to master technology risk management and lead your organization with confidence. Add "The Businessperson’s Guide to Technology Risk Management" to your cart today and take the first step towards a more secure future!

Enables readers to use real-world data from connected devices to improve product performance, detect design vulnerabilities, and design better solutions Quality in the Era of Industry 4.0 provides an insightful guide in harnessing user performance and behavior data through AI and other Industry 4.0 technologies. This transformative approach enables companies not only to optimize products and services in real-time, but also to anticipate and mitigate likely failures proactively. In a succinct and lucid style, the book presents a pioneering framework for a new paradigm of quality management in the Industry 4.0 landscape. It introduces groundbreaking techniques such as utilizing real-world data to tailor products for superior fit and performance, leveraging connectivity to adapt products to evolving needs and use-cases, and employing cutting-edge manufacturing methods to create bespoke, cost-effective solutions with greater efficiency. Case examples featuring applications from the automotive, mobile device, home appliance, and healthcare industries are used to illustrate how these new quality approaches can be used to benchmark the product’s performance and durability, maintain smart manufacturing, and detect design vulnerabilities. Written by a seasoned expert with experience teaching quality management in both corporate and academic settings, Quality in the Era of Industry 4.0 covers sample topics such as: Evolution of quality through industrial revolutions, from ancient times to the first and second industrial revolutions Quality by customer value creation, explaining differences in producers, stakeholders, and customers in the new digital age, along with new realities brought by Industry 4.0 Data quality dimensions and strategy, data governance, and new talents and skill sets for quality professionals in Industry 4.0 Automated product lifecycle management, predictive quality control, and defect prevention using technologies like smart factories, IoT, and sensors Quality in the Era of Industry 4.0 is a highly valuable resource for product engineers, quality managers, quality engineers and quality consultants, industrial engineers, and systems engineers who wish to make a participatory approach towards data-driven design, economical mass-customization, and late differentiation.

“Navigating Enterprise Horizons: Mastering the Art of Business Evolution” is your essential guide to steering your business through the ever-changing tides of the modern marketplace. This book delves deep into the core principles of financial management, customer-centric innovation, sustainability, strategic partnerships, and change management, offering a roadmap for enduring success. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or an emerging entrepreneur, discover how to master the art of business evolution, adapt to new challenges, and seize opportunities to propel your enterprise to new heights. Equip yourself with the knowledge and strategies to lead your organization confidently into the future.

Organizational Management Sustainability in VUCA Contexts is an insightful and comprehensive book that delves into the complex interplay between sustainability and the challenging landscapes of Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity (VUCA). With a focus on bridging the gap between present and future generations, this book navigates the intricate web of economic success, social development, environmental health, and societal stability. Drawing upon a blend of theoretical foundations and practical examples, this book aims to unravel the phenomenon of sustainability in VUCA contexts by analyzing both exemplary and detrimental management practices across public and private sectors. Through a series of meticulously crafted chapters, the authors assess, treat, communicate, monitor, review, and discuss the methods, best practices, and requisite conditions for fostering sustainable organizations. Targeting a diverse audience of academics, policy makers, and entrepreneurs, this book serves as an invaluable resource for academic institutions, students specializing in business disciplines, and organizations in both public and private spheres. Moreover, anyone with a vested interest in contemporary business issues, prospective strategies, organizational sustainability, and economies in VUCA situations will find this book an indispensable guide.

In "The Agile Risk Response: Crafting Dynamic Strategies in Complex Environments," Marten H. Tudor unveils a transformative approach to navigating the treacherous waters of today's business world, characterized by volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA). This essential guide equips professionals with the agile methodologies and dynamic strategies needed to anticipate risks, seize opportunities, and maintain a competitive edge. Through compelling case studies and practical insights, Tudor demonstrates how to turn uncertainty into a strategic advantage, fostering resilience and adaptability in organizations. A must-read for leaders and managers seeking to thrive in complex environments, this book promises to revolutionize your perspective on risk management.

Course Description: This course introduces the student to the key aspects of management -planning, organizing, leading, and controlling by integrating both classical and contemporary management practices. Through case studies, interactive sessions, and practical exercises, students will learn to apply these principles to real-world scenarios that will prepare them for leadership roles in diverse organizational settings. The goal is to equip students with the tools and insights necessary to manage effectively and drive organizational success. Course Objectives: 1. To understand the basic concepts, principles, and theories of management. 2. To examine the essential functions of managers. 3. To analyze the impact of globalization, diversity, and ethics on management. 4. To develop skills in strategic planning, decision-making, and leadership. Course Content: Unit 1: Introduction to Management Definition, nature, and significance of management, principles of management, management and administration, levels of management, role of managers and managerial skills; Evolution of management thought: Classical, Behavioral, Quantitative, Systems, Contingency and Modern approaches; Management as a science and an art; Functions of management: Planning, organizing, leading, and controlling Unit 2: Planning, Organizing and Staffing Nature, Importance and Purpose of planning in management; Types of plans: Strategic, tactical, operational ; Planning process and techniques ; Decision making- Importance and steps, decision making models and tools; Organizational structure and design; types of organizational structures: Functional, divisional, matrix; Authority, responsibility, and delegation, Centralization Vs Decentralization of authority and responsibility – Span of Control; Coordination and integration, MBO and MBE; Nature and Importance of staffing – Process of selection and recruitment 33 Model curriculum for UG Degree in BBA Unit 3: Leading, Directing and Controlling Meaning and nature of directing, Leadership theories (trait, behavioral, contingency, participative, charismatic, transformational, level-5 leader), Motivation theories and practices (Maslow, Herzberg two factor, McGregor’s theory x & theory y), Hawthorne effect, Communication (meaning and importance) in management, Team building and group dynamics; Controlling-meaning and steps in controlling, control process and systems, essentials of sound control system, methods of establishing control, types of control; Performance measurement and management. Unit 4: Startegic Mangement, Ethics and Social Responsibility Overview of strategic management, SWOT analysis and strategic formulation, Implementing and evaluating strategies. Ethical issues in management, Corporate social responsibility (CSR), Sustainable management practices. Text Books (Latest Editions): 1. Rao, V. S. P. Management Principles and Applications. Taxmann Publications. 2. Bright, D. et al. Principles of Management. OpenStax Textbooks, Houston 3. Kapoor, Premvir, Principles of Management, Khanna Book Publishing. 4. Jones, G. R., and George, J. M. Essentials of contemporary management. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education. 5. Robbins, S. P. & Coulter, M. A. Management. Pearson. References: 1. Indian Business Rising: The Contemporary Indian Way of Conducting Business-And How It Can Help You Improve Your Business | Harvard Business Review Press | 5813BC-PDF-ENG | https://hbsp.harvard.edu/product/5813BC-PDF-ENG Reflective Exercises and Cases: 1. Entrepreneurial Leadership in Forming High Tech Enclaves: Lessons from the Government of Andhra | F. Warren McFarlan, Espen Andersen, Ramiro 34 Model curriculum for UG Degree in BBA Montealegre | Harvard Business School | 308079-PDF-ENG | https://hbsp.harvard.edu/product/308079-PDF-ENG? 2. ATH Technologies by Robert Simons and Jennifer Packard https://www.hbs.edu/faculty/Pages/item.aspx?num=52711 3. Article review and discussion: Application of Ancient Indian Philosophy in Modern Management (http://www.irdindia.in/journal_ijrdmr/pdf/vol5_iss4/8.pdf) 4. Review of Lincoln Electric Co. by Norman Berg. 5. Review of Hawthorne case. 6. Leadership Lessons from India | Peter Cappelli, Harbir Singh, Jitendra V. Singh, Michael Useem | Harvard Business Review | R1003G-PDF-ENG | https://hbsp.harvard.edu/product/R1003G-PDF-ENG? 7. Traditional Way of Learning Ayurveda and Practising It: A Dialogue with Vaidya Bhaskarbhai Hardikar | Mukund Dixit, Sanjay Verma | IIM Ahmedabad | A00135-PDF-ENG | https://hbsp.harvard.edu/product/A00135-PDF-ENG? 8. Forest Essentials: Demystifying India's Luxury Ayurveda Brand | Veena Vohra, Seema Khanvilkar | Ivey Publishing | W28410-PDF-ENG |https://hbsp.harvard.edu/product/W28410-PDF-ENG? 9. Atijeevan Foundation: Transforming Scars into Strength | Shubham Sharma, Satyendra C Pandey | Ivey Publishing | W36939-PDF-ENG | https://hbsp.harvard.edu/product/W36939-PDF-ENG? 10. How Do Great Leaders Overcome Adversity? By Mayo (2024) https://hbswk.hbs.edu/item/cold-call-how-do-great-leaders-overcome adversity 11. Leadership principles from Hindu scriptures (https://blog.hua.edu/blog/leadership-principles-from-hindu-scriptures) 12. 5 Principles of Purposeful Leadership | Hubert Joly | Harvard Business Review | H06YSB-PDF-ENG | https://hbsp.harvard.edu/product/H06YSB PDF-ENG? 13. Bharti Airtel (A) | C.K. Prahalad, M.S. Krishnan, Sheel Mohnot | WDI Publishing | W88C34-PDF-ENG https://hbsp.harvard.edu/product/W88C34-PDF-ENG? http://www.ibscdc.org/Case_Studies/Leadership/Leadership%2C Organizational Change and CEOs/LDS0028.htm Course Outcomes: | 1. Demonstrate how management principles are used to solve practical business problems 2. Compare and contrast different management theories and their effectiveness in various organizational contexts 35 Model curriculum for UG Degree in BBA 3. Design a management strategy for a hypothetical or real organization using a mix of management theories and practices 4. Propose innovative management solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in given business scenarios. ******** AEC101 Business Communication-I 1L:1T:0P Course Description: 2 Credits This course focuses on bringing in perspective the importance of Business Communication for organizations and individual employees in the context of multicultural workforce in a digital world. The course will focus on instilling effective communication skills in students for organizational set up. The course will be taught using texts, cases and classroom exercises for improving both written and oral communication in students. Course Objectives: 1. To understand the concept, process, and importance of Business Communication. 2. To help students in understanding the basic principles and techniques of business communication. 3. To train students to acquire and master written communication for the corporate world. 4. To sensitize students to understand Business Communication in Global and Cross-Cultural context. Course Content: Unit 1: Introduction to Communication in Organizations Introduction to Business Environment and Communication, Models of communication, Basics of Communication (types, channels and barriers), 7Cs of communication, Formal and informal communication, Listening Skills, communication on social media platforms. Unit 2: Written Communication Planning and executing different types of messages, emails, formal letters (Planning & Layout of Business Letter) and informal messages on e-platforms, negative messages: indirect & direct negative messages; Persuasive messages, request letters to various stakeholders, Sales Letters, Complaint & Follow up Letters, Promotion Letters, Job application Letters, cover letters, resume, Resignation Letters. 36 Model curriculum for UG Degree in BBA Unit 3 - Interpersonal Communication Team communication, managing communication during online meeting, communication with virtual team, communication in gig economy; Presentation skills (Verbal and non-verbal); Powerpoint presentation skills; Infographics, introduction to contemporary alternatives (such as- Prezi,Visme, Microsoft Sway, Zoho) Unit 4 - Digital Communication Social media and individual, social media & organizations, Media Literacy; Strong Digital communication skills – email, instant messaging, video conferencing, e-meetings, Digital collaboration, digital citizenship –digital etiquettes & responsibilities; introduction to personal and organizational websites

This textbook has been meticulously crafted with a singular purpose: offering a comprehensive and practical guide to Agile Software Development. In the forthcoming chapters, we will delve into theintricacies of Agile methodologies, explore their underlying principles, and investigate the compelling reasons behind their prominence in the software development industry. Section I: Introduction to Iterative Development, Evolutionary, and Adaptive Development, Our journeybegins with an exploration of fundamental concepts: Iterative Development, Evolutionary Development,and Adaptive Development. These approaches break free from conventional linear development processesand prioritize flexibility, risk management, and client-driven planning. This chapter will discuss the meritsof time-boxed iterative development, evolutionary requirements analysis, incremental delivery, and theultimate goal of evolutionary delivery. Section II: Serves as a bridge between theory and practice within the Agile realm. Here, we define AgileDevelopment, categorize various methodologies, and delve deep into the Agile Manifesto and its guidingprinciples. Additionally, we explore Agile project management, emphasizing the crucial role ofcommunication, feedback, and the human element. The chapter culminates in an exploration of specificAgile methods and a balanced discussion of the ongoing discourse surrounding "Agile Hype." Section III: Motivation and Evidence, Understanding the motivation underpinning Agile is fundamental toappreciating its significance. In Chapter 3, we illuminate the imperatives for change in software projectsand how iterative development addresses these challenges. We critique the limitations of the traditionalWaterfall model and provide a comprehensive review of supporting evidence, including research findings,historical project data, and expert opinions, all converging to fortify the case for iterative development. Section IV: Fundamentals of DevOps and Technical View, Agile methodologies extend beyond softwaredevelopment into the realm of DevOps. Chapter 4 introduces the foundational principles of DevOps and itspivotal role in contemporary development practices. We delve into the building blocks of DevOps, thevital metrics and measurement perspective, and the process view that fosters seamless collaborationbetween development and operations teams. The section IV concludes with an in-depth exploration of thetechnical facets, including topics like automatic releasing, infrastructure as code, and specification byexample, enriched by real-world case studies. Upon completing this textbook, you will comprehensively comprehend Agile Software Development andDevOps. Whether you are a student embarking on a career in software development or an industryprofessional looking to stay at the forefront of the field, the knowledge and insights provided here will equip you with the tools to excel in the dynamic world of software development. Let us embark on this enlightening journey together, embracing agility, adaptability, and excellence in software development.