Day: October 15, 2019

“Engineers might have business ideas, MBA tells you where to start and work towards a successful venture,” says Jaipuria Institute of Managment, Indore’s Shivank Yadav

The past decade has seen a substantial rise in number of engineers opting for MBA programs. Student profile of the PGP program at IIM Ahmadabad reveals that more than 90% of them come from engineering background. The trend is often followed with a binary question – Why MBA and Why not? Is it a waste of engineering talent in the country? Shivank Yadav, engineer in Computer Science, who is pursuing his management program at Jaipuria Institute of Management, Indore stresses that the MBA is a huge value addition, cementing engineering graduates’ position in the corporate world.

Why MBA?

How many engineering students are actually interested in pursuing the career paths that are often chosen for them by others? Some finish their programs grudgingly, others are plain bored. Then there is the catch of not finding employment opportunities that do justice to their merits. “MBA becomes pivotal in opening up alternate career paths for engineers, who feel stuck in their careers. I believe an Engineer – MBA does exceptionally well in individual contributor role. So I certainly see it as a value addition rather than waste of talent,” says Shivank.

What’s the difference?

He speaks with a sense of authority, filled with confidence, as someone who knows what he is talking about. Unfortunately, it is a far cry from many young engineers in the country, who might be the best at their job but suffer with a serious absence of communication skills. According to Shivank, the difference lies in the MBA training, which focuses on soft skills too. “During engineering all the emphasis was on technical training. But MBA leads to your overall development and grooming of personality, which shapes thinkers and leaders,” he adds.

Diversity at Jaipuria

For Shivank, another advantage of pursuing your MBA at a B School like Jaipuria, Indore is that you get the opportunity to interact with students from different backgrounds. Their unique perspectives also help in broadening the horizons for engineers. “This is also my first hostel experience, which is exciting but also important for learning life skills. Life on campus,
especially after 7 pm, is great fun. You hang out with students from different backgrounds, play outdoor games, discuss ideas and grow tremendously in the process,” he says effusively.

Professional goals align with social responsibility

Shivank recently published in Esade – the MBA City Monitor and talks passionately about how MBA talent can help local governments solve problems of city dwellers. There is a strong understanding of social responsibility while being driven by his goal. “After my MBA I want to gain some experience and then start my own business venture. Engineers might have business ideas, but MBA teaches you where to start and how to turn your venture into a success. It is also a great place for valuable networking, which is a valuable asset for entrepreneurs,” he concludes spelling out his dreams.

Jaipuria Noida STUDENT Speaks

Kuntal Nandy explains how MBA complements his musical journey

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You will meet many MBA students who want to change the world through projects and programs that give back to the society. But very rarely you come across an aspirant who says that he wants to create a musical instrument that eliminates negative thoughts from people’s minds and fosters world peace. That’s Kuntal Nandy, student of Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida for you. A percussionist who also plays the guitar, synthesizer and the mouth organ; music runs through his veins. In this chat he hits all the right notes and spreads the joy of music. Listen in:

Nurture or Nature?

That remains the debate, especially for creative geniuses. Are people born with the talents they possess? For Kuntal, who grew up in an art and music oriented family, talent and training is inseparable. He himself started singing at the age of 4 and weighs in on the discussion. “If you don’t have a good voice, even if you train hard, it cannot be corrected. I was blessed to be born with a good voice. But if you don’t nurture the talent, it will go to waste. So I think talent and training are equally important in the pursuit of any creative accomplishments,” he says.

The importance of discipline

Kuntal learned to play Harmonium from his aunt and tabla with his father. He went on to pursue a four year degree in tabla from Sangeet Bharati Music Academy. It was here that his guru imbibed the philosophy that there are no short cuts, only hard work. “Music also has the capability of taking away everything it has given to you. You must be focused, respectful and dedicated to preserve the talent. I believe discipline and art go hand in hand and you must respect whatever you learn from music to flourish further in the field,” he adds passionately.

Musical notes of an MBA

An MBA aspirant by day, music aficionado all lifelong – that’s Kuntal. He dreamily says that he cannot imagine himself without playing the guitar, without music in his life. Thankfully his stint at Jaipuria, Noida is offering him some opportunities that complement his passion. “I think the main objective of our B School is overall development. You get plenty of opportunities to participate in extracurricular activities. I am also a part of the cultural committee and have organized events. So these activities give me the confidence to perform on stage,” he says.

Corporate career is music to his ears

Having been brought up in Jharkhand, Kuntal feels he has come a long way at Jaipuria, Noida where he rubs shoulders with students from all over the country. Learning about new accents, languages, cultures has been an enriching experience, which he believes will help him in his career. “The diversity on campus has enhanced my perspectives and given me the confidence. I feel it will make me a better professional. I want to keep learning and get a job where I can prove myself. But music will always remain a part of my life,” he concludes looking ahead.

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First TEDx event at Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida becomes a resounding success

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Jaipuria, Noida campus was abuzz on 25 th September as the B School hosted its first TEDx event that brought leading personalities from different walks of life to the stage. Organized by the International Relations Committee (IRC), the event became a melting pot of ideas, beliefs, philosophies and a potent dose of inspiration for the audience as leaders, thinkers and motivational speakers shared their views and experiences with them.

Ms. Sheena Chohan, Actress and Human Rights Ambassador (UN), Dr. Malini Subramaniam, Director, Forensic Sciences Laboratory; Mr. Inspiring Ilango, Author, Brand Ambassador, Namakkal Transport Carriers, Mr. MVN Rao, SVP and Global Head – HR, L&T, Mr. Prashant Ingole, Bollywood Filmmaker, Lyricist and Writer, Mr. Taran Singh Bedi, Director, Tiemac Snack Food Pvt. Ltd, Ms. Puja Tiwari, Positive Political Activist, and Mr. Swapnil Tiwari, Sociopreneur, Ambassador UNESCO Peace Awardee 2018 were the marquee names on stage.

Dr. D.N Pandey, Director and Mr. Shreevats Jaipuria, Vice Chairman, Jaipuria Group of Institutes welcomed the guests and the audience warmly. “Whatever happens in arts, science, politics or environment enables a new movement and cross relates to something we do. Nothing is outside the realms and boundaries of our abilities,” said Mr. Shreevats Jaipuria, setting the tone for the day’s proceedings.

Ms. Sheena Chohan then set the ball rolling with her moving talk on Power of Art. She discussed
the ill effects of digital content available to the youth today. She made her point about looking at art forms responsibly because she believes that art holds the future of humankind. Moving from arts to forensic science was an unexpected twist, just like in the TV shows that revolve around them. And Dr. Malini Subramaniam often called Dr. Narco, made sure the talk was extremely engaging.

She has over three decades of experience as a distinguished academic, clinical and forensic expert. She took the audience into the fascinating world of polygraph, narco-analysis, brain mapping and asserted, “Forensic science minimizes the time of investigation and also respects the constitutional right.” From the somber world of forensics to spritely, effervescent Mr. Inspiring Ilango was another interesting turn in the day’s packed schedule.

Born completely blind and bullied in his childhood, Mr. Ilango converted the troubles into motivation, which was the turning point in his life. “It is forgivable if one is blind, but it is completely unpardonable if one is without vision,” he said to a huge round of applause from the audience. Mr. MVN Rao shared the story of his own inspiration, which lies in his daughters. He thus made a strong case for personal relationships in the times of social media and limited attention spans.

“A person learns more from his or her failures. Success in life is determined by the relationships a person maintains and not the millions one invests in acquaintances,” was the lasting thought he left with the audience. Mr. Prashant Ingole took the idea further by stressing on people’s obsession with wealth rather than reflecting on one’s thoughts. Mr. Taran Singh Bedi highlighted
the importance of minimalism through the example of Japan.

Ms. Puja Tiwari captivated the audience instantly as she opened her talk with, “If you cannot find your purpose, find your passion, it will lead you to your purpose.” Passion was definitely the topic of her talk and it was brimming through her words. Mr. Swapnil Tiwari, a change maker and Padma Shri awards nominee for 2020, lives by the motto, “You are the hero you seek.” He
urged the audience to be change makers themselves, which ended the series of talks on a powerful and inspiring note.

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Tamil Nadu boy Vignesh Babu finds his belonging and a whole lot more in Lucknow

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“Difficult roads lead to beautiful destinations,” says Vignesh Babu, as he stands testimony to that dreamy adage. Only recently, the commerce graduate from Chennai went down the difficult road of his own and made his way to Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow. That’s as bumpy a cultural rollercoaster as it can be in our hugely diverse country. But for Vignesh it’s not just a journey from down South to up North. He sees it has growth in his personality, rise in his understanding of different backgrounds, and broadening of his horizons. He maps out the transformation since.

Finding an instant sense of belonging

Why would a commerce graduate from South India want to pick a B School in the Hindi heartland, is the first question you want to ask Vignesh. He is quick to respond as it wasn’t a whim to explore but a carefully considered decision after feedback from counselors and alumni. NAAC accreditation, faculty strength, placement record are some of the factors he considered. “I remember the first day I visited the campus when I was drawn to it. I felt I belonged there and that feeling has grown much stronger in a short span of time,” he speaks filled with emotions.

Much food for thought

Having chosen hostel facilities, Vignesh got the length and breadth of diversity on a plate. Lucknow might be known for its culinary delights but having Aloo Parathas for breakfast and Thalis for lunch needed some adjustment. Language was another concern but he has a plan to handle the change. “I am watching Hindi news channels and making friends with locals. Actually I already have a good set of friends from neighboring cities as well as Delhi, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and all over the country. It makes you feel unique but also at home,” he quips.

Personal growth through diverse experiences

Jaipuria, Lucknow boasts of strong gender, regional diversity and also attracts students from various academic backgrounds. Vignesh is thrilled by the multicultural environment because there is something beyond the books that is to be learned from everyone. He himself has been an advocate for cutting down food waste, a voice that has been appreciated by his colleagues. “I think another highlight was leading my learning team to successfully completing our Accounting project. It was the moment that saw me emerge as a leader,” he says confidently.

Moving towards his professional dreams

Jaipuria, Lucknow might be the beautiful destination on his road for now but Vignesh has his eyes set on a strong professional head start. He has no doubt that his B School experience is laying the foundation for him to launch his career. “The culture of Student Excellence Council and Individual Development Programme are two of the standout programs that help us achieve our true potential. There is systemized mentorship, and experiences you get through inter-college events and cultural activities, are the building blocks for successful managers,” he declares.

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