An expert session was organized for the benefit of aspiring students who were keen to join the entrepreneurial venture. An expert session on “Startups & Innovation” was organized on August 22, 2024 so that young aspirants become familiar with the  “Startups” and start thinking on that aspect.

An  introductory session on  “Startups & Innovation” by Dr. Shailendra Kumar Dube (Professor- Operations) was quite pertinent. He drew attention on the rising number of ‘UNICORNS’ in India and how India is fast emerging as ‘ Hub for Startups” in the world. He further delved into types of start-ups and encouraged participating students to judge themselves, in which category of startups they wish to be- Scalable startups, Social startups, Lifestyle start-ups or Small Business startups.

He further told about Buyable startups and Big Business startups too. During the lecture , several anecdotes related to startups were also shared so that aspiring entrepreneurs should understand the importance of the decision making process. How Microsoft acquired Sabeer Bhatia’s HOTMAIL.COM but YAHOO missed the opportunity. Similarly, how successful startups like PAYTM of Vijay Shekhar Sharma, Naukari.Com of Sanjeev Bikhchandani , Flipkart of Sachin & Binny Bansal and many more became a countrywide brand. Dr. Dube further took a case study on “Su-Kam Invertors” , a startup by Kunwar Sachdeva, who came up with an innovative product under the category of power backup solutions in early 2000.  Despite several initial hiccups and hardships, his venture emerged as INR 6000 crores worth in the country today.

No doubt, such inspiring stories do impact the fertile minds of the GEN Z and compel them to think differently. At the end of the session, students were quite inspired and ready to nurture their entrepreneurial ideas.

Dr. V.N. Bajpai during and Dr. Sunil Kumar Pandey wished happy Independence Day to all the students.

Dr. Ajay Kumar, during his address said that we have got this freedom after many sacrifices, thereforewe all need to understand the responsibility of being independent. We all should try to be more active and learned to contribute in our nation’s progress.

Following patriotic performances made the celebration more enthusiastic & entertaining;

·        Group Dance by Deshona, Vanshika, Navnitika, Archana, Vishakha, Anupama, Vairabi from PGDM (2024-26 Batch),

·        Poetry by Rahul from PGDM (2024-26 Batch).

·        Nukkad Natak by Pooja, Isha, Swapnil, Bhawana, Jyoti, Suryansh, Rahul, Ravi, Vishal, Simran, Utkarsh, Priyanshu from PGDM (2024-26 Batch).

·        Solo Singing by Nadeem & Vishwjeet from PGDM (2024-26 Batch)

·        Speech By Roushan from PGDM (2024-26 Batch).

Ms. Ragini and Mr. Ajitesh hosted the event very well. Students enjoyed all the performances. All the performers were awarded with tricolor ribbon & Medals as a token of appreciation by Dr. Ajay Kumar, Dr. V.N. Bajpai and Dr. Sunil Kumar Pandey.

Dr. V.N. Bajpai during and Dr. Sunil Kumar Pandey wished happy Independence Day to all the students.

Dr. Ajay Kumar, during his address said that we have got this freedom after many sacrifices, thereforewe all need to understand the responsibility of being independent. We all should try to be more active and learned to contribute in our nation’s progress.

Following patriotic performances made the celebration more enthusiastic & entertaining;

·        Group Dance by Deshona, Vanshika, Navnitika, Archana, Vishakha, Anupama, Vairabi from PGDM (2024-26 Batch),

·        Poetry by Rahul from PGDM (2024-26 Batch).

·        Nukkad Natak by Pooja, Isha, Swapnil, Bhawana, Jyoti, Suryansh, Rahul, Ravi, Vishal, Simran, Utkarsh, Priyanshu from PGDM (2024-26 Batch).

·        Solo Singing by Nadeem & Vishwjeet from PGDM (2024-26 Batch)

·        Speech By Roushan from PGDM (2024-26 Batch).

Ms. Ragini and Mr. Ajitesh hosted the event very well. Students enjoyed all the performances. All the performers were awarded with tricolor ribbon & Medals as a token of appreciation by Dr. Ajay Kumar, Dr. V.N. Bajpai and Dr. Sunil Kumar Pandey.

The volunteers for the day were students of PGDMfirst & second year including Sonali, Rajat, Jiya, Aniket, Shivangi, Sourav, Naincy, Abhinav, Rahul, Diwakar, Nishu, Devansh, Shreyansh, Ajitesh, Zeeshan, Ujjwal, Vivek, Ramnik, Ayushmaan, Afroz, Pankaj, Akash, Akansha, Vishwjeet, Saumya, Abhishek, Harsh, Arundhati, Vairabi, Esha & Swapnil.

Volunteers distributed hand-flags among the children. Children participated in the celebration enthusiastically. They recited poems and performed on various patriotic songs. Performers were awarded with toys and Chocolates. PGDM 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.

along with Prof. Ashutosh Sharma on 9thAugust, 2024. The show was hosted by popular news anchor Ms. Anjana Om Kashyap. The students attended the debate “HallaBol” which involved speakers from different political parties.

The debatewas on the issue of “WAKF Board Bill”. The discussion involvedShriPrem Shukla, Speaker from Bhartiya Janta Party, Mr. Aziz Ahmad Khan, Speaker from Samajwadi Party, Mr. Waris Pathan, speaker from AIMIM and Mr. Satya Prakash Mishra.

The students were given opportunities to ask questions from the guest speakers. Among the students; Ravi Kumar Thakur, Aman Mishra, JamesKasana, Roushan, Ajitesh Singh, Sakshi Pathak, Akash Chauhan, Harsh Chaudhary, Ranjeet Tomar& Aditya Kumar Singh asked the questions from speakers.

Overall, it was a wonderful experience as the students got a chance to be a part of the popular show. Students were served refreshments at the end.

The Program initiated under the gracious presence of Dr. Ajay Kumar, Director, I.T.S School of Management; Dr. Anusha Agarwal, Chairperson-PGDM Programme, Prof. Durba Roy Associate Vice President, CRC, Dr. D.K. Pandey and Prof. Yachna Malhotra, Co-ordinator 2nd year; Faculty Members and students of PGDM 2023-25 batch.

The session witnessed the presence of distinguished alumni as under:

•                  Mr. Sudeep Jain, PGDM (1996-98) Batch CEO Strawberry Infotech Pvt. Ltd

•                  Mr. Anuj Tomar, PGDM (2005-07) Batch Zonal Sales Manager Patanjali Foods

•                  Mr. Arindam Mitra, PGDM (2010-12) Batch L & D Facilitator India & APAC, Sage Publishing

•                  Ms. Shailvi Gupta, PGDM (2014-16) Batch Principal Account Manager Oracle

•                  Mr. Gourab Nag, PGDM (2014-16) Batch Franchise Operations Manager Coca-Cola Company

•                  Mr.Jitender Singh, PGDM (2016-18) Batch Assistant Manager E&Y GDS - SAT VME

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.

Mr.Sudeep Jain emphasized that maintaining a positive attitude and zeal is crucial for success. He advised students to adapt their learning methods while keeping their core attitudes intact. The most essential element, according to Mr. Jain, is having the right attitude, as it shapes the way one approaches challenges and opportunities.

Mr.AnujTomar highlighted the importance of differentiating oneself through skills and critical thinking. He stressed that students should cultivate a practical perspective to stand out,which includes applying knowledge in real-world

Mr.Jitender Singh urged students to engage with mentors and set clear goals. He advised not to focus solely on salary packages but to consider long-term career growth. He emphasized the importance of mastering tools like Excel in finance, as these are crucial for a successful career.

Ms. Shailvi Gupta encouraged students to remain open to learning and to stay humble, especially during the early stages of their careers. She emphasized that adaptability and perseverance are the most essential traits, helping one navigate through challenging times.

Mr. Gourab Nag recommended that students reach out to their seniors and remain passionate about their chosen job roles. He highlighted the importance of having a positive mindset during interviews.

Mr. Arindam Mitra discussed the perspective of HR during the initial 30 seconds of an interview, where skills may take a backseat to assessing cultural fit. He emphasized that being a good cultural fit within the organization is crucial.

The session was engaging as the students peped up many questions related to their career to the Aumni. The session provided the students with a comprehensive understanding of the traits and skills required for success in the corporate world.

At the end of Alumni Panel Discussion session, Dr. Ajay Kumar-Director I.T.S School of Management presented memento and corporate gifts to the all the distinguished Alumni as token of gratitude and appreciation.

The Program initiated under the gracious presence of Sh. Surinder Sood, Director-PR, I.T.S- The Education Group; Dr. Ajay Kumar, Director, I.T.S School of Management; Distinguished Eminent Speakers Emeritus Prof.(Dr.) Devendra Pathak, ( Professor Emeritus & Chief Executive Officer, FORE Academy of Management Education); Ms. Ganga Nidhi Agarwal, (Officer on Special Duty (OSD) Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) & Air Force Officer, Former under Secretary G20 Secretariat MEA during Indian Presidency); Ms. Sadhana Karwal, (CEO & Co-Founder Brand Bazooka Advertising Pvt. Ltd); Mr. Ajay Prasad (Vice President – Aon Founder-B3 Galaxy); Dr. Anusha Agarwal, Chairperson-PGDM Programme, Faculty members and students of PGDM 2023-25 batch.

The inaugural session commenced with the welcome address by Dr. Ajay Kumar, Director I.T.S School of Management, enlightened the gathering with his words of wisdom and discussed the importance of self-determination and self-belief to progress in changing the environment of business. Dr. Ajay also accentuated the gap between theoretical learning and practical exposure to the students to face the challenges of corporate life.

Dr. Anusha Agarwal, in her address focused on the theme of reorientation programme and shared the complete programme overview with the students.

Sh. Surinder Sood, in his address to the students, discussed the importance of learning, unlearning and relearning in changing business environment. Sh. Sood also emphasized on the new paradigm of learning in the pandemic and post pandemic era, opportunities in adversities to meet out ever changing corporate expectations.

Prof.(Dr.) Devendra Pathak, addressed the students and discussed the importance of networking in corporate life. Dr. Pathak emphasized on setting clear goals in working life and developing different alternatives to achieve them. He discussed the importance of research skills, analytical skills and AI in value creation for the organizations.

Ms. Ganga Nidhi Agarwal, (OSD to Ministry of External Affairs) emphasized on the importance of out of  box thinking and leaving the comfort zone to get success in professional life. She also discussed the importance of punctuality, dedication and synergic approach for getting success in corporate world.

Ms. Sadhana Karwal, highlighted the programme's aim to connect academic learning with real-world demands. She emphasized understanding corporate behavior, gaining experience through campus placements, the importance of continuous learning and earning, and surrounding oneself with better individuals.

Mr. Ajay Prasad, emphasized the importance of HR and essential leadership skills, highlighting the need to nurture meaningful relationships. He advised being a giver rather than a seeker and surrounding oneself with genuine people instead of being overly competitive.

Towards the closure, the students were also felicitated by the dignitaries for maintaining 100%  attendance in PGDM IIIrd trimester.

At the end all the distinguished guests were presented memento and corporate gifts as token of gratitude and appreciation.The session was concluded with recitation of national anthem.

The session witnessed an active and engaging participation from all the students.

The objective of the conference was to provide a robust platform for Research paper presentation and discussion to  promote research among all the active participants in the conference .The session was held on the basis of presentation of research papers  & discussions  . The experts talk based on the Session on Evolution of digitalisation and India's Achievements till 2024. Further the research papers were focused on use of Technologies for economic sustainability  through different techno driven techniques.  

Expert for the workshop was  Mr. Lakhpat Singh, Training Manager at EBSCO information services, New Delhi.

Mr. Lakhpat Singh shared his views about qualitative and authentic literature reviews, summaries, articles, journals, citation and other reading material which is available on EBSCO websites. He explained how students related to different managerial fields can enhance their knowledge by reading quality material available on the websites. He explained how the EBSCO helps students to write research papers, citations, dissertations. He further explained the importance of authentic data backed by government websites and trustworthy resources in research. He ended the session with giving beautiful insight   to students how one can use, process and register in EBSCO websites and use it effectively and efficiently.

The workshop ended with immense knowledge on E-Books and Research related material and how EBSCO helped learners to read books related to different areas.

Ms. Rashmi spoke about the Posh Act and how it is a crucial component in corporate world. She said that Preventing sexual harassment in the corporate world is crucial for fostering a safe and respectful work environment. She said that According to Posh-Act-2013 every industry is bound to follow compliances about;

Ø  Clear Policies and Reporting Mechanisms

Ø  Regular Training and Education

Ø  Leadership Commitment

Ø  Support Systems for Victims

Ø  Swift and Fair Investigation Process

Further Ms. Rashmi said that PoSH Act represents a significant role in ensuring a safe and respectful work environment by providing clear guidelines and robust mechanisms for preventing, addressing, and redressing sexual harassment in the workplace, by mandating the formation of Internal Complaints Committees, ensuring confidentiality and protection for complainants, and holding employers accountable through regular training, awareness programs, and stringent penalties for non-compliance, the POSH Act not only empowers employees but also fosters a culture of dignity and equality, therefore PoSH is considered to be a comprehensive approach underscores the commitment to create workplaces free from harassment, where every individual can work without fear and with respect.

At the end of the session Dr. Ajay Kumar, Director- I.T.S School of Management, presented memento to Ms. Rashmi Chaudhary as a token of gratitude.