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| vice_chancellor = R.V.R. Krishna Chalam
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Revision as of 12:02, 26 July 2024

Woxsen University
Woxsen University
TypePrivate University
Established2014 (10 years ago) (2014)
FounderPraveen K. Pula
ChancellorPraveen K. Pula
Vice-ChancellorR. V. R. Krishna Chalam
Location
Hyderabad
,
Telangana
,
India
CampusResidential Campus, 50 acres (20 ha)
Websitewww.woxsen.edu.in

Woxsen University (founded as Woxsen School of Business in 2014) received its status as a State Private University in the year 2020 and is one of the leading private universities of the state of Telangana, India. It has a 200-acre residential campus, consisting of constituent schools such as the School of Business, School of Technology, School of Art & Design, School of Law, School of Liberal Arts and Humanities, and School of Architecture and Planning.[1][2][3][4][5][6]

Campus

The 200 acre fully-residential campus of Woxsen University is located at Sadashivapet, about 60kms from the city of Hyderabad, Telangana.

Academic programs

Graduate programs

  1. B.Tech
  2. BBA (Hons.)
  3. BBA+MBA (Integrated)
  4. B. Arch
  5. B.Des (Hons.)
  6. BA (Hons.)
  7. BA LLB (Hons.)
  8. BBA LLB (Hons.)
  9. B.Sc (Hons.)

Post-Graduate Programs

  • MBA (General)
  • MBA (Financial services)
  • MBA (Business analytics)

Doctoral programs

  • Ph.D. in Business & Management
  • Ph.D in Engineering & Technology

Research

Centre of Excellence (CoE)

The Centre of Excellence at Woxsen University serves as a hub for research and development, focusing on specialized areas and emerging technologies. Woxsen University is home to a variety of CoEs, including 15 at the university level, 26 at the faculty level, and 21 specifically dedicated to students.

The role of CoEs at Woxsen University is to encourage interdisciplinary collaboration, promote the exchange of knowledge among researchers, faculty members, and students. They support research and skill enhancement, aligning with the university's commitment to advancing academic and industry progress. Through partnerships with various industries, the CoEs meet the evolving demands of the corporate sector.[7][8][9][10]

Doctoral Program

AI Research Centre

The artificial intelligence Research Centre at Woxsen University is an institution focused on advancing AI research and innovation. It consists of a group of researchers, faculty, and students who explore domains such as machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, robotics, and the emerging field of the Metaverse. The centre aims to develop AI solutions that address real-world challenges and contribute to progress across various sectors. To facilitate research activities, the centre provides advanced infrastructure and computational resources.[11]

Honorary Chairs

Woxsen University has set up a number of honorary chairs in a variety of management domains. Examples are the Amitava Chattopadhyay Chair of Consumer Insights and Innovation, the Cary Cooper Chair of Organizational Psychology, the Vijay Govindarajan Chair of Strategy and Innovation, the Andreas Kaplan Chair of Responsible Research, the Steven Pinker Chair of Cognitive Psychology, the Mohanbir Sawhney Chair of Digital Marketing, and the Valarie Zeithaml Chair of Services Marketing. [12]

Mohanbir Sawhney Case Study Centre

The Woxsen Case Study Centre (CSC) also called as Mohanbir Sawhney Case Study Centre is an institution established within Woxsen University with a focus on fostering the case study ecosystem. Collaborating closely with the university's faculty members, the CSC engages in the development and publication of a collection of case studies. These case studies are subsequently distributed to reputable publishers, case centers, and academic institutions, including Harvard Business Publishing, Ivey Publishing, and Yale University.[13][14]

Social Impact

Woxsen University has many social impact initiatives. One initiative is "Project Aspiration," providing targeted training sessions for female students from disadvantaged backgrounds on topics such as SMART goals, mental health, and life skills. Students are also involved in "Street Cause," a nationwide organization focused on uplifting rural India through fundraising campaigns and educational activities. The university promotes sustainable practices, including vertical farming techniques to maximize crop yields while minimizing land and water usage. Additionally, students have developed the "Portable De-moisturizer," a device that efficiently dries natural produce without wastage. Woxsen University collaborates with Monmouth University in the "Woxsen-Monmouth Elevate Program," aiming to uplift underprivileged students in Telangana by addressing areas such as health, education, inequalities, and economic growth.[15][16][17] [18]

Accreditation

Woxsen University has been granted EFMD MBA Program Accreditation, recognizing the high quality of its MBA program. Additionally, Woxsen University is accredited by the Bar Council of India, which regulates legal practices and education in the country. The Council of Architecture has also accredited the university's B.Arch program.

Furthermore, Woxsen University as a member is affiliated with organizations such as the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) Business Education Alliance, the Association of MBAs (AMBA) Development Network, and the Global Business School Network (GBSN).

Moreover, Woxsen University is also member of institutions like the Association of Management Development Institutions in South Asia (AMDISA), [https://www.rrbm.network/ Responsible Research in Business & Management (RRBM)], Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), Globally Responsible Leadership Initiative (GRLI), International Sustainable Campus Network (ISCN), Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), the Association for the Advancement of Cost Engineering (AACE), the Society for Learning Analytics Research (SoLAR), and the MHRD's Innovation Cell. These memberships foster responsible practices, promote sustainability, and encourage innovation in the university.[19][20][21]

Rankings

In 2023, Woxsen university was ranked 2nd among private design schools in India by the IIRF. According to the Times B-School Ranking, it secured the 3rd position among top 36 private universities and the 3rd position among top 20 B-schools in the southern region. The university was also ranked 12th among the top 100 B-schools in India by [https://www.timesbschoolsurvey.org/mba/index.html Times B-School Ranking] and 16th among the top 50 business schools for research by the IIRF. Education World ranked Woxsen University as the 28th top engineering college in India.[22][23][24]

In 2022, Businessworld recognized it as the all India top 15 top private B-schools.[25][26]

In 2021, Woxsen University ranked 1st as the top emerging engineering college according to the Times Engineering Survey. It also ranked 5th in the national impact category as one of the top private universities by the IIRF.[27][28]

Student Life

Woxsen University is leaned towards facilitating both professional and personal growth of students through wide range of Student Clubs, Sports Arena and Cultural Events. [29]

Sports Facilities

Woxsen University offers a wide range of athletic and recreational facilities for students. These include:

The League

  • Five-a-side Football Fields
  • ITF Standard Tennis Courts
  • FIBA Standard Box Basketball Courts
  • Golf Course
  • Box Cricket Arena
  • Sand Volleyball Court
  • Volleyball Courts
  • Kabaddi Court
  • Croquet Pitch
  • Indoor & Outdoor Gym

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FIFA Quality Pro Synthetic Turf Football field

Sportx - Indoor Sports Complex

  • Badminton Arena
  • Table Tennis Lounge
  • Chess Lounge
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Foosball & Air Hockey
  • Life Fitness Gym
  • Life Fitness Cardio Studio
  • Pro Shop
  • Zumba, Pilates & Yoga Lounge
  • Squash Courts
  • Spin Studio

R. A. C. E.

  • 10 - Lane Track
  • Long Jump
  • High Jump
  • Triple Jump
  • Pole Vault
  • Steeple Chase Water Jump
  • Shotput
  • Javelin
  • Discus throw
  • Hammer throw
  • Basketball Court
  • Volleyball Court
  • Box Cricket Court
  • Pickle Ball Court

References

  1. ^ "State Private University Telangana". University Grants Commission (India). Retrieved 3 January 2021.
  2. ^ "Telangana passes ordinance, paving way for establishment of five private varsities". The New Indian Express. 21 May 2020. Retrieved 3 January 2021.
  3. ^ "Telangana brings in new Bill for pvt universities, some exempt from reservation rules". Charan Teja. The Newsminute. 16 September 2020. Retrieved 3 January 2021.
  4. ^ "Course5 Intelligence To Collaborate With BITS Pilani and Woxsen University For Applied AI Research". analytics india mag. Retrieved 7 December 2021.
  5. ^ "Research major ties up with BITS, Woxsen". The Financial Express. Retrieved 7 December 2021.
  6. ^ "122+ Companies At Woxsen University Final Placements 2021". Outlook India.
  7. ^ "Woxsen University collaborates with Global Partner Universities in Germany & Croatia for its new Centre of Excellence (CoE)". Retrieved 10 July 2023.
  8. ^ "Centre of Excellence comes up at Woxsen University".
  9. ^ "Woxsen University's Centers of Excellence and Chair Professorships".
  10. ^ "Centre of Excellence (CoE) - Woxsen University".
  11. ^ "AI Research Centre - Woxsen University".
  12. ^ "Woxsen University to set up Honorary Chair Professorships". Retrieved 29 August 2022.
  13. ^ "Woxsen Case study Centre (CSC)".
  14. ^ "Woxsen University Announces Renaming of the Mohanbir Sawhney Case Study Centre".
  15. ^ "Woxsen University Collaborates with Monmouth University, USA for Social Impact Project". India Today. Retrieved 11 April 2022.
  16. ^ "Collaboration with Monmouth University, USA for Social Impact Project". Business Standard. Retrieved 11 April 2022.
  17. ^ "Collaboration with Monmouth University". Retrieved 13 April 2022.
  18. ^ "Woxsen University Team Visits Telangana's Model Village". Telangana Today. Retrieved 11 April 2022.
  19. ^ "EMFD Global Members".
  20. ^ "COA Institution Status".
  21. ^ "Woxsen Accomplishments". Retrieved 15 July 2023.
  22. ^ "IIRF Ranking".
  23. ^ "Times Ranking".
  24. ^ "Times B School Ranking".
  25. ^ "Top 134 BBA Institutes In India". Outlook India. Retrieved 15 July 2023.
  26. ^ "Times B School Survey" (PDF).
  27. ^ "School of Technology, Woxsen University Forges Ahead in Times Engineering Institute Ranking Survey 2021!".
  28. ^ "IIRF Ranking 2021".
  29. ^ "Student Life at Woxsen". woxsen.edu.in.

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