In today’s highly competitive environment, a business school is primarily known and recognized by the intellect and conduct of its students. The definition and contours of conduct is subjective, however every management institute sets benchmarks for its students as far as conduct is concerned. These benchmarks thus represent the expectations of a management institute. These benchmarks are codified and translated into a broad set of guidelines known as Code of Conduct. Oriental institute of management believes that behavior and character are two most important attributes of human personality and our code of conduct would go a long way in augmentation of these two attributes.

All the OIM students are expected to observe the set code of conduct as below: -

Attendance, Punctuality & Participation
Discipline builds the character of every individual. A student therefore is expected to be punctual & regular for all his/her lectures/presentations/projects/assignments/tests and any academic tasks assigned to them. Inordinate delays lead to distraction and hence are not encouraged.

Students who are not consistent in their attendance shall be subjected to disciplinary action.

Students are expected to prepare themselves in advance for the lectures and participate actively in the proceedings. Participation helps learning and enhances overall development amongst the peers.

Passion for knowledge and Pursuit of Excellence
Learning is a continuous process. Inquisitiveness, desire for knowledge, skill development and single minded pursuit of excellence are the major traits that separate the best from the rest.

Students are expected to inculcate the habit of reading newspapers, journals, articles, magazines and books, which will enhance their awareness and groom their personality.

Students are expected to utilize their time and resources efficiently and effectively by treating time as money.

Interaction in class
Students are expected to maintain overall decorum in the class. Their interaction with the faculty and fellow students should be warm, cordial, pleasant and respectful.

Constructive and positive interaction during lectures is always welcome; however side conversations among students during lectures is undesirable and hence should be avoided.

Students are encouraged to gain conceptual clarity and comprehend practical perspective in all the subjects. They are therefore free to ask questions pertaining to the subject matter. They are expected to be polite before the faculty.

Students are also advised to take notes in the class, which will help them understand the subject and remember contents of the matter under study.

Lack of Attention in the class
Students should understand and realize that a lot of preparation and hard work goes into the delivery of a lecture by the faculty. Lack of attention to lectures and absenteeism shall tantamount to disrespect towards their faculty. Students are hence expected to concentrate in their lectures and not indulge in acts such as reading a newspaper or engrossing with their laptop, which will distract the faculty and fellow students in the lecture hall.

Assignments and Presentations
Students are supposed to submit their assignments on time in every subject. Late submission reflects poorly on student’s sincerity and may affect his/her performance in their evaluation.

For the presentation sessions, students are expected to come well – prepared and be dressed in formals.

Initiative and Enthusiasm
Initiative plays a major role in the success of any individual. Students are expected to be proactive and take initiative to organize and participate in seminars, paper presentations, case studies, group assignments, Inter – college competitions and college festivals.

These activities challenge the abilities of an individual and enable him/her to hone his/her organizational, team building and personal skill sets.

Oriental Institute of Management believes in all round development. Therefore students are expected to break the shackles, get out of their comfort zones and endure hard to transform themselves into leaders of tomorrow.

Dress Code
Institute believes in cultivation of a professional disposition and Attire plays a key role in it. Students are hence expected to be dressed in formals and should uphold decency and elegance at the institute.

Body Tattoos should not be visible

Casual wears are permitted only on a specific day/occasion. Such days and occasions will be notified separately.

All classrooms are fitted with Air Conditioners. Students, who are susceptible to cold, are advised to carry a sweater or a shawl during winter months, as the atmosphere in the classroom may become very chilly.

Cell phone Usage
Students should either switch off their cell phones or set them to silent/vibration mode during lectures, meetings, presentations and seminars. No calls should be made or attended to during the hectic schedule of activities.

Student(s) should seek permission of the faculty/instructor/speaker/organizer in case of an emergency/important/expected call.

Carrying a Cell phone Use of Cell phones during examinations is totally prohibited.

The administration reserves the right to confiscate the cell phones of students who are found using them in examinations.

Use of Technology and Audio – Visual Equipments
Oriental Institute of Management believes in excellence and therefore goes out of the way to provide students with all essential facilities in terms of technology. The entire campus is Wi – Fi Enabled. The Institute also provides one laptop to every student; with an expectation that these facilities are utilized for knowledge enhancement and overall self – development.

Students at the campus premises, should not perform any task, which is irrelevant to the academics such as Watching Movies, Listening to Songs etc.

The equipments such as LCD Projector, provided by the institute should be handled carefully and responsibly.

Important Tips to leave a lasting impression
» Always greet professors whenever and wherever you see them in college.
» Do not miss any lectures as it will reflect poorly on your attendance.
» Always be on schedule for your lectures.
» Submit your assignments/presentations on schedule.
» Be interactive and participative in class.
» Be well – prepared before the commencement of any lecture.
» Always be professional and decent in your appearance, attire and behavior.
» Manage time and resources efficiently and effectively.
» Be on time for your examinations (Internal/External)
» Observe Examination rules meticulously to avoid future problems.
» Avoid resorting to copying, which will spoil your carrier besides the imposition of a penalty.

Director,
OIM