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About TIBM

A business school for women in Villupuram, set up to help women graduates become managers, entrepreneurs and leaders.

Who we are

A business school for women

Theivanai Institute of Business Management (TIBM) offers one programme: a two-year, full-time MBA, approved by AICTE and affiliated to Anna University, Chennai. Only women are admitted.

The institute is run by ESSK Educational Charities, a Villupuram educational trust, and is part of the E.S. Group of Institutions. The first MBA batch joined in 2025–26.

The MBA is open to fresh graduates and to women with a few years of work experience. The institute aims to keep the fees affordable and to link teaching closely to what employers need.

Our story so far

  1. 2024

    TIBM is established by ESSK Educational Charities, Villupuram. AICTE approves the MBA with 60 seats, affiliated to Anna University, Chennai.

  2. August 2025

    The first MBA batch (2025–26) is inaugurated on 18 August 2025. 55 students joined.

  3. December 2025

    First issue of LeadHer Insights, the institute's newsletter.

  4. February 2026

    TIBM hosts SYNERGY 2026, an inter-collegiate meet for about 200 students from colleges in and around Villupuram.

  5. March 2026

    AICTE extends approval for 2026–27 (16 March). A smart classroom opens (25 March) and the Governing Council meets for the first time (28 March).

  6. April 2026

    First Annual Day, on 30 April 2026.

  7. May 2026

    MoUs signed with CESIM India, S.K.I.N. and Vell Biscuits.

  8. 2027

    The first batch completes the MBA. Placement results will be published after they graduate.

Vision and mission

Our vision

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Our mission

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Leadership

Messages from our leaders

Portrait of Shri S. Senthil Kumar

Message from the Chairman

Shri S. Senthil Kumar

Chairman

Welcome to Theivanai Institute of Business Management.

At TIBM we are committed to helping women become leaders and change-makers in business. The institute gives women a place to build their skills, knowledge and professional networks.

We want to build a community of strong, ambitious and socially responsible women who will shape the future of business and society. To do that, we offer good teaching, practical training and mentoring, so that every student can reach her full potential.

I invite you to learn more about our programme, our faculty and our students. I am confident that TIBM will become a centre for women’s leadership in South India and beyond.

Portrait of Dr. S. Kavitha

Message from the Director

Dr. S. Kavitha

Director and Professor, MBA, MCA, M.Phil., Ph.D.

Welcome to Theivanai Institute of Business Management.

Our MBA programme for women was created to help women succeed in today’s business world. It is built on a commitment to leadership, innovation and confidence.

We combine a rigorous academic programme with industry exposure, mentoring and a supportive environment that encourages teamwork and personal growth. We want our students to become leaders who bring clear thinking, strategy and resilience to the organisations and businesses they will lead.

Whether you want to grow in your career, start your own business or take on new responsibilities, this programme is designed to support you. I invite you to join a community of women who are shaping the future of business with purpose.

Read Dr. Kavitha's profile

Governance

Governing Council

Members from the management, academia and industry, as listed in the AICTE mandatory disclosure (July 2026). The Council first met on 28 March 2026.
  • Mr. S. Senthil Kumar

    Chairperson

    Chairman and Secretary

    Educationist

  • Mr. Vikram Hariharan

    Member

    Treasurer

    Nominated by the Trust

  • Ms. Nisha Senthil Kumar

    Member

    Trustee

    Nominated by the Trust

  • Ms. S. Shakthi Harini

    Member

    Trustee

    Nominated by the Trust

  • Ms. S. Shruthi

    Member

    Trustee

    Nominated by the Trust

  • Dr. Elankumaran

    Member

    Professor, Great Lakes Institute of Management, Chennai

    Academician

  • Dr. Shanthi Venkatesan

    Member

    Chair, Marketing, and Professor, LIBA, Chennai

    Academician

  • Mr. L. Srinivasan

    Member

    Plant HR Head (retired), Lucas TVS, Puducherry

    Industry expert

  • Ms. T. Bharathi

    Member

    Zonal Skill Development Partner, Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance, Coimbatore

    Industry expert

  • Mr. K. Sivakumar

    Member

    Assistant Professor, TIBM

    Senior faculty member

  • Dr. S. Kavitha

    Member Secretary

    Director, TIBM

    Director of the institute

At a glance

Approvals and facts

Established
2024
Run by
ESSK Educational Charities, Villupuram
Approved by
All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi
AICTE permanent ID
1-44230732803
Affiliated to
Anna University, Chennai
Type
Private, self-financing, non-minority, women only

Talk to us about the MBA

Call us with your questions about eligibility, entrance tests or fees, or visit the institute with your family.

108, 2nd Street, ADL Nagar, Chennai–Trichy Trunk Road, Salamedu, Villupuram, Tamil Nadu 605 403

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