Dr.Timira Shukla, Director – I.T.S School of Management, Dr. V.N. Bajpai, Director – Institute of Technology & Science, Dr. Anusha Agarwal, Chairperson – PGDM, Prof. Durba Roy, AVP– CRC, Dr. Satish Kumar, Head – Admissions inaugurated the event by lamp-lighting. After that a cake cutting ceremony took place, where all the faculty members joined.

On this occasion Ms. Poorvi, PGDM (2022-24 Batch) performed the Ganesh vandana dance; Ms. Sonali, PGDM (2023-25 Batch) performed the Kathak Dance; Mr. Saumya & Mr. Shivesh, PGDM 2023-25 batch entertained their teachers with singing songs.

To make the event memorable & enjoyable students arranged Tambola and Dumb Charades games for the faculty members. All the faculty members participated in games and winners were rewarded by chocolates.

Dr. V.N. Bajpai in his address appreciated the efforts made by the students and motivated them for keep improving in their management skills. Dr.Timira Shukla in her address appreciated the students for their organising skills and conveyed her best wishes for their future endeavours.

Mr. Himanshu Gautam& Ms. Sunidhi Singh from PGDM (2022-24 Batch) hosted the event.

Mr. Ram Krishna & Mr. Dilip Kumar from PGDM (2022-24 Batch) coordinated to make the event successful.

Day 1 workshop was on Machine Learning with SAS. This workshop used an interactive approach to introduce the participants to visualization, model assessment, and model deployment while introducing a variety of machine learning techniques. The resource person for the session was Ms. Ashwini Reddy, a trainer on behalf of SAS. It was conducted from 8:30 am to12:30 am on 04.09.2023.

Day 2 workshop was on ‘Getting Started with SAS and Open Source”. This workshop provided an introduction for experienced R and Python users who want to apply their existing skills and extend them to the SAS environment. Emphasis was placed on programming and not statistical theory or interpretation. The resource person for the session was Mr. Akshay Dixit, a trainer on behalf of SAS. It was conducted from 8:30 am to12:30 am on 05.09.2023

It was a very fruitful workshop as it exposed the participants to diverse aspects of applying a cutting-edge tool like SAS. 

The Program initiated under the gracious presence of Shri Surinder Sood, Director-PR I.T.S-The Education Group, Dr. Timira Shukla, Director I.T.S School of Management, Dr. V.N. Bajpai, Director, Institute of Technology and Science, Dr. Sunil Kr. Pandey, Director IT & UG Campus, I.T.S Ghaziabad, Dr. Anusha Agarwal, PGDM Chairperson, Faculty members and students of PGDM Program.

The event commenced with the auspicious lamp lighting ceremony seeking blessings from Maa Saraswati. Director-PR I.T.S-the Education Group Shri Surinder Sood addressed the students with his words of wisdom and enlightened the gathering with the importance of effective utilization of limited time for achieving success in life. He motivated them to unlearn and learn continuously to excel in the career. Dr. Timira Shukla, Director in her address discussed the importance of team work and collective efforts to achieve success in professional life. She reiterated the importance of participating in co-curricular and extra-curricular activities for holistic development. The event witnessed wonderful performances including group dance, poetry, solo singing, and solo dance which left the audience spell-bound. The rigorous process  followed to select Mr. & Ms. fresher from the nominees included  introduction round, talent hunt round and Q & A round.

The winners of different titles for PGDM(2023-25) are as under:

·         Mr. & Ms. Fresher 2023 - Mr. Satyam  Nice and Ms. Vanshika Prakash

·         Mr. and Ms. Best Smile - Mr. Shantanu Singh and Ms. Vani Varshney

·         Best Costume – Mr. Rajat  Pratap Singh and Ms. Sonali Kumari

·         Mr. and Ms. Fresh face - Mr. Sanskar Jaiswal & Ms. Arushi Srivastava

This was followed by a sumptuous feast.

The honorable resource person was Mr. Rohan Sudan, AVP – Campus and Early Engagement Programs & Senior Group Manager – HR  WNS GLOBAL LTD. The inaugural session commenced with honoring the guest Mr. Rohan Sudan with plant sapling by the Director Ma’am Dr. Timira Shukla.

 Mr. Rohan Sudan started the interactive session by highlighting the skillsets that are necessary for a corporate career. The primary skillset discussed were communication skills, presentation skills and analytical skills.

He questioned the students about presumptions that the students had for deciding the steam of specialization and elucidated the importance of proper research about job roles and job profiles. He explained what can be the long-term perspectives to keep in view and mind. Then he shared his experience of how he learned and turned his internship offer to becoming a regular employee of one of the largest conglomerates, Siemens. After this, he shared his viewpoint in the HR field i.e. How and Why to choose HR management.

The event concluded with a question–and–answer session. The session helped students to understand the different aspects of HR and the opportunities that are available in this field. A  plaque was presented to the guest as token of respect and gratitude.

The focal point of the visit was India’s “Chandrayaan – 3 mission”, which was scheduled to softly land on the moon’s southern pole at precisely 6:04 PM. The event featured captivating patriotic performances, poetry recitals, and other creative showcases by students. This fusion of art and patriotism added fervour to this event of national pride.

News anchor Ms. Chitra Tripathi provided a comprehensive explanation of Chandrayan-3 landing process. Simultaneously, the event was broadcast live, connecting the attendees with prominent journalists such as Anjana Om Kashyap, Shweta Singh, and Arya, who were stationed at the ISRO media hall and at different locations pan-India.  This interaction offered real-time updates and insights, enriching the attendees’ understanding of the event’s significance.

Among the students Shikha Mishra, Aarushi Srivastava and Vibha Singh expressed their thoughts and emotions through poetry and prose. The culmination of the event brought forth a poignant moment of triumph. With a budget of around Rs. 600 crores, the Vikram lander achieved a soft landing on the moon’s southern pole. This achievement made India the first global entity to reach this significant point on the lunar surface. Tears of happiness and overwhelming emotions filled the hearts of the attendees.

The event was a platform to encourage entrepreneurship, innovation, and the spirit of problem-solving among India's youth. Dr. Sakshi Sharma welcomed the dignitaries, attendees’ and entrepreneurs from different sectors of society followed by Prof. Ravikesh, Registrar of JNU who delivered his perspectives on the importance of fostering entrepreneurship in higher education. The dignitaries of the program sharing the dais included Shri Arvind Kumar, Director General of STPI; Dr. Bhimaraya Metri, Director of IIM Nagpur; Prof. V B Singh, Director of Placement at JNU; and Prof. Rajeev Sijariya, Dean of ABVSME at JNU. The dignitaries emphasized the importance of entrepreneurship and innovation in India's journey to becoming a $5 trillion economy Following the inaugural session, the highlight of the event was Business Idea Pitch competition. Ten groups, each with innovative ideas, participated in this competition striving to showcase their entrepreneurial prowess. The competition aimed to identify the most promising startup ideas that align with Skill India, Local for Vocal, Vishwa Guru, and other key government initiatives.

There were two panel discussions providing valuable insights into entrepreneurship and youth potential. The first panel discussion titled "Shaping the Entrepreneurship & Startup Ecosystem: Driving a 5 Trillion Economy with Employment Opportunities to all" and the second panel discussion titled "Window of Opportunity for Enterprising Youth & Tapping their Potential for Industry 5.0 in Amrit Kaal" which delved into the role of youth in driving Industry 5.0. The panelists discussed strategies for fostering entrepreneurship and creating a supportive ecosystem.

Dr. Lokesh Jindal expressed gratitude to all the participants, guests and organizers for their contributions to the event.

Dr. Timira Shukla, Director, I.T.S School of Management addressed the workshop with her opening remarks on the theme.

Mr. Neelabh Pathak spoke on the concept of Entrepreneurship and Innovation with idea creation, market pitch, product delivery and financial aspects with different examples. He interacted with students on the concept of new startups and their implementation in the society. 

Mr. Pathak talked about Cyber Security in our day to day lives and Cyber Security for Cyber – Physical Systems, He talked about what AI Ecosystem for Uttar Pradesh Government. He stressed on how E-Spin Nanotech works and how N-95 mask was invented and how is it different from other masks.

He gave some tips for presenting the idea in front of investors as an entrepreneur like keep precise number of slides, rehearse well, etc. Overall the session was excellent and the students learned a lot in terms of future requirement of their ideas perspectives. The program was informative and insightful for students and others.    

Dr. Timira Shukla, Director I.T.S School of Management, in her introductory address welcomed the distinguished guests and delegates from India and Philippines. In her introductory remarks, she provided an overview of the institute, the group and its activities, emphasizing its commitment to academic excellence and adapting to the evolving global trends in higher education.

Thereafter, Dr. Minerva Ferranco, Campus Director of PUP San Pedro Campus, extended her greetings to all participants and introduced the Polytechnic University of the Philippines. She expressed her optimism about the fruitful outcomes of this collaborative endeavor.

Prof. Dr. Shikha Arora, representing I.T.S School of Management, shared insights on global trends in Human Resource Management (HRM) techniques and their relevance in the ever-changing world. She highlighted ten HR-related trends that are crucial in the current landscape.

Dr. Vishal Gandhi, Founder and CEO of BIORx Venture Advisors and Chief Ideator of Indian Healthcare Angels, delved into the realm of entrepreneurship. He discussed the importance of ideas and their impact on the feasibility of implementation, particularly in terms of market suitability. employability and profitability.

Mr. Isabelo Dionisio, Owner and CEO of Dionisio Family Enterprises and Co-Manager of Potato Corner French Fries, presented his talk on spa services and food delivery as essential components of family life in society. He elaborated on the impact of spa services in the post- Covid era.

Mr. John Mark Agudo, a Management Consultant at Ipsos and Marketing Planner for Strategy and Insights at Yamaha Motor Philippines, explored the intersection of AI and social media communication. He highlighted the role of branded companies in India and the Philippines in providing services.

Overall, the webinar provided valuable insights for the participants from India and Philippines pertaining to globalization and localization.

The volunteers for the day were students of PG Management including Ram Krishna, Poorvi, Simran, Dilip, Rupali, Rishika, Udita, Vivek, Brijesh, Shantanu, Aman, Sonali, Rajat, Aamir, Sakshi, Bhumika, Neha, Pragya, Vaani, Utkarsh, Aniket, Abhishek, Ankita, Manish, Kashika, Shashank, Akash, Pranjal, Abhinav.

Volunteers distributed hand-flags among the children. Children participated in the celebrations enthusiastically. They recited poems and performed on various patriotic songs. Performers were awarded with Tricolor badges. Also our students made the children aware about the importance of the occasion and shared with them the struggle of the freedom fighters to bring this Independence.

·        Prashant Sood, PGDM (2005-07) Batch, Asst. VP, Schoolnet India Ltd.;

·        Jitendra Sirola, PGDM (2007-09) Batch, Zonal Business Manager – Horeca & Institutional Sales , Adani Wilmar Ltd;

·        Varun Saxena, PGDM (2009-11) Batch, Strategic Account Manager, Dun & Bradstreet;

·        Parika Saxena, PGDM (2013-15) Batch, SF Consultant,  Deloitte;

·        Rajarshi Sengupta, PGDM (2015-17) Batch, Asst. Manager, Ernst & Young;

·        Rohan Jain, PGDM (2016-18) Batch- Associate, Pubicis Sapient.

Panel discussion was moderated by Prof. Durba Roy, AVP–Corporate Resource Center. She commenced the session by inviting each panelist to share their professional journey and experiences in the corporate world. Alumni members shared insights on how adaptability, agility, flexibility, and seizing opportunities were key factors in achieving success. They emphasized the significance of effective communication skills and staying abreast about current affairs. They provided valuable interview preparation tips to the students and elaborated on the art of delivering concise and precise answers during interviews.

The session provided the students with a comprehensive understanding of the traits and skills required for success in the corporate world.