Pramod Paliwal, PhD, FCIM (UK)
Professor & Dean
School of Petroleum Management
Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University

The School of Petroleum Management (SPM) was established in the year 2006 to cater to the managerial manpower requirements of oil and gas sector and subsequently also started catering to the needs of energy and infrastructure sector.

SPM is a constituent school of Pandit Deendayal Petroleum University (PDPU), Gandhinagar promoted by Gujarat State Petroleum Corporation Limited (GSPC).  PDPU a UGC recognized university is primarily in the field of energy education and research. While addressing the need for trained and specialized human resource for energy sector worldwide, PDPU offers other programmes as well.

Last year in view of inputs from various stakeholders including the recruiting firms the admitted students at SPM were offered more choices of focus areas and courses. In continuance with the same, the batch of 2012-14 shall also have the advantage of choosing energy track and/or infrastructure track for their study of 2 Year Full Time Residential MBA (Energy & Infrastructure).

All the batches that graduated from SPM so far have been well received by the industry and thus they got very respectable placement offers- an evidence of SPM’s sincere academic and professional initiatives.

We at SPM recognize that a professional programme in management at postgraduate level must equip students with clear concepts in every functional area of management. Understanding of business and associated socio-geo-eco-political issues, and exposure to real life industry practices are equally important for a successful managerial career. Along with knowledge and understanding of business, one would also need to hone several soft skills. The curriculum at SPM is carefully designed and delivered to impart conceptual knowledge, provide in-depth understanding of industry, and enhance soft skills capabilities. Full-time residential requirement and two years’ of engaging co-curricular and extra-curricular activities also add value to the personality development of our students.

The dedicated team of full-time faculty team that, apart from teaching is actively engaged in case writing, research and publication, takes deep interest in shaping young minds. We are fortunate to receive great support from the industry. Experienced industry managers volunteer in large number to help us in selection of students, designing curriculum, course development, teaching and case writing.

Fast growing library with large number of books, journals and other resources, physical and online, satisfy our students’ thrust for knowledge. Computer centre and other physical facilities on our campus provide a backbone for creating a healthy and convenient learning environment for teachers and students. Modern hostel, sports and other facilities make campus life quite livable, enjoyable and interactive, all conducive to learning and enriching campus experience.

If you are considering pursuing a management career in the fast growing energy and infrastructure sectors the School of Petroleum Management of PDPU is one option that, I am sure, you would consider very seriously. You are welcome to visit our website and also our campus.

School of Petroleum Management also offers programmes for executives and depending upon their career aspirations and flexibility, the executives can opt for either of the programmes i.e. 2 year Post Graduate Programme in Petroleum Management- Executive (PGDPMX) and Executive MBA (Focused on Oil & Gas Sector). PGDPMX offers the flexibility of off campus plus contact week based learning, whereas the 15 months’ residential Executive MBA provides the opportunity for working executives to enjoy the complete campus experience towards their learning goals.

My best wishes to all aspiring energy & infrastructure managers.