From where it all started:

I come from the beautiful state of Assam. I was born and rasied in Guwahati and completed my school from Gurukul Grammar Senior Sec School. I have done my under-graduation from Guwahati University and then decided to opt for a higher management course.

Even after all options, why choose Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow?

I reserahced and looked into all the options I had at hand to pursue my higher Management education from. However, Jaipuria Institute of Management any day stood out from the rest. The reason I joined Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow was to explore and enhance the self-management skills that are needed in the corporate world. Lucknow campus was an easy choice due to its long track record of preparing professionals. The legacy that the Lucknow campus carries became a very influencing factor for me.

The journey traversed so far with the B-school:

My Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow’s journey has been dotted with wonderful experiences. I have been growing as an individual in every aspect of my life from day one of joining the institute. A lot of credit definitely goes to the excellent teaching, the interactive sessions with the wonderful faculty, practical approach towards learning that Jaipuria Institute of Management advocates, and the endless scopes of self-evaluation and improvement provided at every bend and turn here.

Where next?

I will be joining Deloitte as a U.S Tax Consultant. I am mentally and physically ready to take on the role. The academic experience here at Jaipuria, Lucknow has helped me a lot in terms of developing a promising personality, learning effective communication skills, helping me understand core areas in terms of career goal, and learn professionalism and organizational ethics. These are the reasons why a reputable PGDM course is essential in today’s world. I am also confident that this will take me towards my long-term goal of managing a larger team in a powerful, decision-making role.

What worked for you during the interview with Deloitte?

You mean what went right in the interview for me? Well I was myself and I maintained my formal, professional best. I was thorough with my Summer Internship project and summary and I did spend a lot of time to research on the company background and understand the profile on offer, better.

Any advice to juniors?

In terms of my advice to juniors, I would say- be truthful to what you learn, make the most of the wonderful faculty around you, and enhance your personality each day because I feel an appealing personality with the right kind of attitude can take you the other side of the table easy. Confidence and a pleasing attitude can take you very far.