Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research was established in the year 1977, with a focus of giving a new dimension to business studies. It is a part of Shikshana Prasaraka Manadali, which has 40 prominent institutions and at any time has over 7000 enrolled students across the country. Some of the other well-known institutes run by S.P.Mandali, are the Ruia College of Arts and Science (Mumbai), Podar College of Commerce (Mumbai) and S.P. College (Pune).

Acharya Institutes, Bangalore established in 1990, is truly emerging as the nurturing ground for leadership. It is becoming synonymous with practical, industry-focused education and is attracting students from across the globe. The fact that Acharyans are today a familiar face in the industry is a demonstration of its total commitment to excellence in academics. The vision of Acharya Institute is they are committed to the cause of value based education in all disciplines, envisions itself.......

It is a pleasure to write this message to you for the 8th year in a row for several reasons: first - the start of the admissions cycle indicates to me the confidence and faith that the professional and academic community has in the ability of Great Lakes to deliver a superb B-school experience and the second is that it gives me yet another opportunity to dialogue with a vibrant and enterprising part of India - the young professionals.