In keeping with the vision of nurturing all-round development of tomorrow's leaders, VVISM has introduced Activity Based Learning Approach. A combination of student-centered learning environment with innovative teaching methods delivers effective classroom learning. The rigorous course curriculum is a combination of theory, research and practical application. Designed and developed by inputs from the industry experts and academic stalwarts of the Academic Advisory Board, the robust curriculum, undergoes relevant alterations from time to time to be in tandem with the dynamics of the business world and current job markets. Inputs on entrepreneurship, globalization and leadership are woven into the curriculum, as non-credit courses to give students learning that is holistic and versatile.

Teaching is interactive and the typical V V I S M classroom is a dynamic, semi-formal space animated by lively discussions, students' presentations and simulation games. Case Based teaching is core to V V I S M teaching practice. Besides, tools like role play, management games, and field projects are used invariably across the subjects to augment learning.

The institute conducts seminars, workshops, mock interviews, group discussions, book reviews and case studies on a regular basis. The emphasis on team-oriented learning and continuous evaluation through individual and group presentations helps students develop their interpersonal and team building skills.

Industrial tours, field surveys, mini projects and alliances with corporate organizations for mentoring and experiential training equip students to apply their understanding of classroom theory to real world situations.

Saturday sessions are specially used for Industry-Institute Interface. Working professionals, management gurus, consultants, eminent scholars and academicians are regularly invited to visit to the institute and share their expertise with students and faculty.

Programs like Sodhana focus on areas of physical and mental health, culture and social responsibility, NEN focuses on entrepreneurial development, GEA zone focuses on creativity and innovation. All the faculty members, forming dedicated teams, act as facilitators for the above programmes.

PGDM Degree requires completion of the entire course of 2-years duration and finally theoretical knowledge is applied practically in the form of Master's Thesis (project work) in final semester of the course. The Academic Advisory Board will design the course structure. The courses offered will be driven by the market and will be revised from time to time. All the Courses are evaluated for a maximum of 100 marks except the Master's Thesis (Major Project work) which is evaluated for 200 marks.

The academic program of VVISM includes theoretical lectures, applied practice, experiential exercises and real life experience with students doing projects given by companies. There is a continuous interaction with experts from industry through seminars, colloquiums, visiting faculty, project guidance, chats and Internet meetings. Saturdays are dedicated to seminars, workshops, group discussions, presentations and personality development classes organized by management consultants and working professionals.

The student is required to learn practical application of the theoretical inputs imparted through class work. This requires each student to undergo a three phase orientation to the practical application of managerial learning.

Term papers, field surveys and application exercises as a part of the class work of the general and specialization courses taught in the class room.

The student is supposed to undergo an internship (freelance or sponsored) of not less than six weeks to apply the research methodology and subject skills and submit a report at the end of the second semester.

An internship for not less than 8 weeks with the industry, the report for which is to be submitted at the end of the final semester for the award of the degree.

Internal assessment system followed at VVISM is aimed at continuous learning process and partial examinations. 40% percent of marks are earmarked for internal assessment, which includes written exams, assignments, class tests, class participation, presentations, case analysis, attendance and any other work as deemed necessary by the concerned faculty, on campus behavior, etc. Attendance for internal assessments is mandatory and no special/additional tests will be held for those absenting for any reason.

The student is supposed to mandatorily participate as well as help organize events, seminars and workshops in collaboration with the industry. Consultants and executives from the industry would from time to time be contributing for the practical orientation of the course and all students are required to participate in these activities.