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Jaipuria Institute of Management signs vital MoU with Rennes School of Business, France

Preparing the international stage- Jaipuria Institute of Management signs vital MoU with Rennes School of Business, France, continuing its “global” journey

Today an MBA is practically irrelevant if it doesn’t make its student ready for the global stage. Jaipuria Institute of Management understands that! With an eye on prepping its PGDM students for global careers, Jaipuria Institute of Management recently signed a MoU with Rennes School of Business, France, with the objective to lead to effective collaboration between the two renowned educational institutes. Shri Shreevats Jaipuria, Vice Chairman of the B School signed the General Agreement of International Academic Cooperation with representatives of the triple-accredited French counterpart.

mou1An initiative driven by Dr. Prabhat Pankaj, Director, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Jaipur, the agreement allows students from both institutes, pursuing their courses in Management and Business streams to travel across continents for a semester of studies. As a part of the exchange program, students from all the four campuses of Jaipuria Institute of Management Noida, Jaipur, Lucknow, Indore will get to choose from the list of courses at the Graduate Credit Transfer level offered by Rennes School of Business, France.

Besides the opportunity to study in a foreign environment and interact with peers from all over the world, students of Jaipuria Institute of Management will gain 20 to 30 ECTS credits. Another highlight of the exchange program is that students will not be charged any extra tuition fees. It’s also interesting to note that the agreement works at different levels of the learning experience, which can be customized for students of both countries.

To further optimize the association. management aspirants from Jaipuria Institute of Management can get their specializations, which coupled with the transfer of credit system, would lead to a Master of Science degree from Rennes School of Business. From International Luxury and Brand Management to International Marketing, there are various options students can choose from. There’s also a two-week summer program that students can look forward to.

Since internships are compulsory for the MSc programs, students will also get useful support from the French B School. It thus promises to offer students of Jaipuria Institute of Management a stepping stone into the International corporate sphere. The two educational institutes will also share learning resources, according to the MoU initiated from Jaipuria Institute of Management, Jaipur. It will also be the operating campus for the MoU, which will lead to a fruitful exchange between both B Schools.

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Jaipuria Institute of Management signs MoU with Skyline University College, University of Sharjah, UAE – writing a new chapter in international relations in education

On 11 December Skyline University College, University of Sharjah, UAE and Jaipuria Institute of Management signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that will see wide-ranging academic collaboration between the two institutions in the coming days.

Grounded in the sharing of knowledge, skills, and expertise, the MoU will facilitate faculty and student exchange at post graduate levels and joint educational programs and research activities. The MoU seeks to establish a robust framework for learning across borders to enable international exposure for students pursuing education in the two institutions. Shared goals, flexibility of approach, and the cooperative vein of this MoU will help to establish a unique platform for valuable academic and cultural interactions.

The MoU establishes closer international ties for mutual benefit between two institutes of excellence and repute: Jaipuria Institute of Management, which offers PGDM programs at four world class campuses in Lucknow, Noida, Jaipur, and Indore, and Skyline University College, which believes in responding innovatively and effectively to train human resources and fulfil the educational needs of a range of industries.

The MoU was signed by Dr. Amitabh Upadhya (Dean, Skyline University College, Sharjah, UAE) and Mr. Shreevats Jaipuria (Vice Chairman, Jaipuria Institute of Management). Dr. Kavita Pathak (Director, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida), Dr. Poonam Sharma (Dean, International Relations), Professor Ashok Advani (Executive Member, IRC), and Professor Ajay Bansal (Programme Director) were present on the occasion. 

Welcoming the distinguished delegation, Dr. Kavita Pathak outlined the similarities between India and Dubai, their multi-ethnic and multicultural strengths, IT prowess, and the common vision of bolstering the economy by improving the quality of education. Sharing the vision, Dr. Amitabh Upadhya stressed, ‘One of the key solutions to be one of the top 30 countries in the world is to challenge overwhelming change in education.’ Expressing his desire that this MoU be implemented and practiced in the long run, he hoped the association with Jaipuria Institute of Management would prove fruitful for both the institutions.

With the promise of constant endeavours to nurture the bond, there was further discussion on the possibility of setting up an Immersion Program for students of both the institutions. To honour and commemorate this signal partnership, a memento was presented to Dr. Amitabh Upadhya.

Inspired by its guiding principles, Jaipuria Institute of Management has taken another bold step to strengthen its offering of holistic management education.

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Alumni Speak Jaipuria Noida

Alumnus Shreyasee Sinha of PGDM Class 2010 of Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida talks about “what it takes to begin with Sales”

Year 2010 saw Shreyasee Sinha graduate from Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida. She received her first job offer from All E Technologies while at campus and she had walked out of the school, promising it to come back again. 7 years flew by and life kept her on the toes with the big and small things. Regular family commitments, long work hours, deadlines, the never-ending shifts of “being there” for people and what not! The young girl who had started her professional sojourn as a Business Development manager years back is today an Assistant Manager with ESQ- a very reputed IT solutions company in India. We asked Shreyasee, how does it feel to be back to your alma mater once again? Pat came her reply-

“It all started from here and now that I reflect and critically look at things- my life and the school’s have been growing hand in hand- towards more promising futures!”

Busting the myth- starting with Sales

“At Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida we were taught the value of independence. We were taught how to make the best use of it,” says Shreyasee. Whether it was her first salary that was spent on buying gifts for loved ones or being a student in the classroom, “all of it has been formulative in ways. We were never stopped from experimenting and pushing our own boundaries.” Result? Jaipuria’s alumni today are in commanding offices all across the world.

Shreyasee’s first job had her experience B2B Sales and she had to make sales pitches for clients. From there she moved to customer management. So how was Sales as a vertical for a young and aspiring girl to begin with?

“If you want to have a career in Marketing, it is absolutely fine to start in Sales. You will learn about the world and human psychology in difficult ways but nothing like it,” she adds positively. “It brings the best out of you when you start with the hard part first.”

Now seasoned in the industry, she reveals what it takes to make your mark in the professional sphere.

  • Firstly, you need to be a team player. You cannot survive in any role as an individual and have to work with people
  • Secondly, you need to have an analytical bent of mind to be able to face any situation in your professional life- be it in Sales department or Finance
  • Finally, it’s important to have comprehensive knowledge of the industry, your competitors, the market, etc. You cannot afford to limit or satiate yourself in today’s market. This one skill-set will enable you in decision making process- tremendously

So all you young professionals out there, debating between whether to take your Sales profile or settle for humbler, comfortable beginnings, Shreyasee is someone who indicates what hard work can bring to the table!

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Jaipuria Lucknow Whats New

Jaipuria Institute of Management's students learning Management within the fastest growing economies of the world- Singapore

The impact of a global stint while pursuing your Management education is undeniable! And Jaipurians just experienced one such, at Singapore- amidst students of Nanyang Business School and Nanyang Technological University, various industries, workshops, Singapore Stock Exchange and what not! With a more-than-exciting one week on the foreign soil, PGDM students of Jaipuria Institute of Management across all the fur campuses- Noida, Lucknow, Indore and Jaipur soaked in an experience of a lifetime- within an economy that is growing at GDP per capita of US $60,000.

However, the trip wasn’t for everyone! After initial nominations, the four campuses’ students were chosen based on their CGPA for the non-credit program, which has a lot to offer every step of the way. To ensure that they get the most out of the program, the participants were put through informative sessions before they set off to Singapore. They were then divided into smaller teams with a group leader and faculty coordinator for effective learning through a diverse range of activities planned for the program. From a session on ‘Innovation Management’ by Dr. Anand Govindaluri, CEO and Founding Director of Govin Academy Pte. Ltd, Singapore to academic visits to Microsoft Operation, Singapore, S.P. Jain School of Global Management; dynamic activities highlighted the program every day.

Innovation Management remained the overall theme of the program as students absorbed latest business practices and trends in different fields. They had a fruitful trip to the Singapore Stock Exchange, where they learned more about operations and functioning of one of the most exciting financial platforms in the world. Trips to Nanyang Business School and Nanyang Technological University gave them the opportunity to interact with and learn from globally experienced faculty members. They also benefited from their interactions with students from foreign business schools as they exchanged notes about shared and different experiences.

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All through the week long program students were in the lap of luxury as they explored local culture and sites to the fullest. After all, Singapore is a city in the East that holds its own against any top Western powerhouse. From the best restaurants and cafes to popular sites like Marina Bay, Universal Studios, Sentosa Islands and more, students feasted on the local marvels and had a lot of fun on their trip as well. However as they visited each of the sites, students also realized why Singapore is a world class city. Through sessions on these sites, they learned firsthand how innovation plays a part in boosting the infrastructure and overall function of a place.

Taking a cue from these sessions, all 15 teams then had to work on projects that were part of the Certificate Course in Innovation Management. Marina Bay Sands, Universal Studios, Sentosa Islands and Singapore City Infra were the projects students worked on with great enthusiasm. At the end of the program, they also had to submit a report and a make a presentation of their findings. They were marked on different parameters and were judged for their presentation skills as well. Teams from Jaipuria, Lucknow bagged the top three prizes while one team from Jaipuria, Jaipur sneaked onto the podium as joined third prize winner.

The winning teams won gold plated pure silver medals with Jaipuria Emblem and Certificates of Excellence for each member of the team, with the first prize winning team getting Rs. 20,000 and the first runner up team taking home Rs. 10,000 as well. However all teams agreed that the experience they had was the true reward from the program. The winners were felicitated at the Women Entrepreneurship Forum held at Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow.

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FACULTY Speaks Jaipuria Lucknow

Dr. Ashish Chandra, all the way from University of Houston

Dr. Ashish Chandra, all the way from University of Houston, for guiding Jaipuria Institute of Management students through college dynamics, placement goals, and early career stages

When an International faculty visits your campus, you pick his brains about global roles for future managers, demands of the industry and tips to make yourself stand apart. And Dr. Ashish Chandra is not just another faculty member from a foreign university. The winner of the Outstanding Professor Award given by the University of Houston – Clear Lake Alumni Association in 2015, he is clearly a favorite with his students. With over 20 years of teaching experience and more than 75 research papers under his belt, the marketing expert with a niche in Healthcare Management, he is just the right person to give future managers a roadmap of what lies ahead.

Prepare for the future smartly

Dr. Chandra was at Jaipuria Institute of Management recently conducting a course on Marketing and OB. He brought his vast experience to the table as he offered students valuable insights about markets abroad and how they can prepare themselves for global manager roles. He also had some practical advice for students when he said, “Three years from now you won’t be working with the people sitting next to you right now. But at the end of the program, when you are looking for placements, they will be your biggest competition. The key is to grow into an environment of healthy competition while finding your own identity.”

Important attributes to impress future employers

Dr. Chandra has the same rationale when it comes to teamwork. He asserts that for college projects students should be thrown into diverse teams because that will be the scenario for them in a professional setup. Your future employers want to know whether you can work in a team that you have not picked for yourself. “Besides being a team player, you need to be flexible. How mobile you are willing to be can go a long way in determining your value in the world of Marketing. Your communication skills are crucial too because sometimes you need to be an educator for commercials. You need to educate your audience about the products,” he says.

How to navigate through initial career stages

Over the course of two decades, Dr. Chandra has seen many young graduates go on to build successful careers. But he asserts that students cannot expect to be completely happy as soon as they get their hands on the Marketing degree. He believes young graduates need to have a passion for what they do, and they can’t realize whether they fit in till they start working. “You have to know that the first few jobs will be rough, and no job is perfect anyway. As marketing professionals, you have to go out there and experience things. Don’t quit because you don’t like a job; the gap in your CV reflects badly. Every experience counts,” he adds on a profound note.

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Jaipuria Lucknow STUDENT Speaks

Amandeep Singh Kohli of Jaipuria Institute of Management had a winner's smile when the offer from Deloitte arrived

Amandeep Singh Kohli had heard about Jaipuria Institute of Management from close quarters. His cousin is the B School alum, who got a plum campus placement and is on a successful career trajectory. He sought for a similar fate for himself and came to Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow. After a two year transition from a novice to an industry ready professional, his career is headed in the right direction. He has bagged placement with an International giant like Deloitte where he will be working as a Tax Consultant. Here’s a walk down the road to his perfect corporate launch.

Gaining the experience and confidence

Amandeep calls his stint at Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow as an exploration of his strengths, talents and abilities. Throughout the period of two years he was put through the paces with different activities that built his confidence and prepared him for the challenges he would face in the corporate world. “Early on during my time at the institute my stage fear was completely eliminated. The B School also took every possible step to ensure fantastic placements for all of us. We were given tips and training to make the most out of these opportunities,” he reveals.

Winning over the interviewers

While his B School training had made Amandeep confident going into the placement process, it was up to him to deliver on the D Day. And when you are in contention for a job with a brand like Deloitte, things can get daunting. But according to him, the key lies in staying calm and going through the interviews with a smile. “I had to go through a technical and Director round, but they were mostly trying to find out if I was flexible and ready to fit into their organization. I think my confidence and sense of humor kept them engaged and won me the job,” he claims.

Working with a ‘star’ brand

Amandeep always had a dream of working with a top corporate brand, which has now come true. Starting your career with a globally recognized name is a huge opportunity that few fresh graduates get. He also understands that it is a huge responsibility and wants to do his best to deliver. “I feel very prepared for this new phase in my life. I will take on the challenges I face in my work day with confidence and a smile. I don’t want to plan far ahead and take my time to explore the possibilities that come my way,” he says brimming with confidence.

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Jaipuria Noida Placement Update

Want to bag placement with International giant like Amazon? Sraboni Mustauphey tells us how exposure at Jaipuria, Noida made it possible

“Jaipuria, Noida taught me that an opportunity could be big or small, but the outcome is always huge and fruitful. It is the place that actually facilitated many such opportunities and enabled me to grab them with both hands. That’s the reason I am where I am today,” says Sraboni Mustauphey, student of PGDM 2016 – 18. The advantageous position she finds herself in today is definitely an enviable one. After all, how many management graduates get placed with an International powerhouse like Amazon. Here she reveals how the exposure offered by her B School made this ‘miracle’ happen.

How it all started

Sraboni dreamt of a corporate career and wanted to be best prepared for interesting job profiles. She knew that a B School would offer her platforms to develop her personality and transition into being a professional. After diligent research, which included speaking to a faculty member of the B School, she became a part of the Jaipuria family. “I think right from the orientation days when I became aware of the vastness of the curriculum the learning never stopped at Jaipuria, Noida. There is a certain rigorousness and dynamism to learning at the B School, which has prepared me for the workplace experience and challenges,” she says.

Gaining confidence for the placement interview

Sraboni talks about different industry oriented initiatives including guest lectures at her B School, which gave her the confidence to interact with the professionals. According to her, being selected by her choice of firm for her desired job during the SIP was one of the highlights of her PGDM stint. Another highlight would come soon after with her placement with Amazon. “I think I was completely confident when I went for the interview and didn’t put myself under undue pressure. I answered all questions honestly and stayed true to myself. All four rounds of PI judged us on leadership and decision making skills, and I made the right impression,” she adds.

What lies ahead?

Sraboni claims that she hasn’t been able to wipe the smile off her face since the news of her placement. After bagging their dream job, who would! In her People Management and Operations Management role, she will be working with a team of 20 associates handling customer queries and logistics. She is raring to prove her mettle in the professional sphere and leaves us with last bit of insight from the placement interview. “I think all Amazon needed to know was how willing I was to work and mold into their environment. They tested my attitude towards crisis situations, but the key is to stay calm and believe in yourself,” she concludes.

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Jaipuria Lucknow Whats New

Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow's OJAS 17 raises the bar for annual college fests in North India

There are many markers of the staggering popularity of any college fest. OJAS 17, the annual college fest of Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow lived up to its name and shone bright on all counts. The three day fest held between 4th and 6th November, 2017 brought together more than 500 students from different colleges. One testimony of the popularity of the event is the fact that 90% of registrations were done well in advance. Presence of top rung partners like Uber, Novotel, Coca Cola, HPCL, Fever 104 FM is another. But the true success of OJAS 17 was the camaraderie and joie de vivre displayed by all participants through the course of three days.

The oldest college fest of Jaipuria Institute of Management, it has grown tremendously in stature over the years. Under the guidance of Prof. Himanshu Mishra, the Student Excellence Council of Jaipuria, Lucknow turns in every effort to ensure that the academic, cultural, co-curricular and sports events run smoothly. Things were no different this year as participants from colleges far and wide were welcomed to a festive atmosphere and amidst high energy on the campus. In keeping with the colourful vibe all around, Rangoli competition was held to kick off the proceedings. That was creativity in a 3×3 box, with out of the box thinking.

The tempo was raised on day 2 as things got peppy with numerous dance competitions under way. Participants displayed their solo and group choreography skills in different Western dance forms including Country, Hip-hop, Tap and Break dance. Coordinated by Mr. Oinam Jacob Sigh and Mr. Shikhar Chandra, the events sent the temperatures soaring. Thankfully Mocktail making competition cooled things down! The event had teams of two members each showcasing their skills by preparing refreshing and soothing drinks ideal for different times of the year. Needless to say, it was one competition that offered a breather to the judges as well.

After all, the competition was intense through different sporting and cultural activities and it kept the judges on their toes most of the times. From a wide range of Cyber games to carom, Badminton and ever popular Cricket; the sporting events had teams battling for top honours with huge enthusiasm. There were innovative games like Micro Tales, which challenged participants’ imagination as they set the mood of a story in minimum words. Message in the bottle, Speak through your sketch, Turn Coat were some of the exciting cultural activities that drew tremendous response. Stand Up Comedy acts enthralled the audience with their witty remarks.

Of course, a B School fest cannot be complete without management events making their way in. From Ad-Mad to Act and React and Let’s Go Filmy, there were events that tested students on different skills while adding an extra dollop of fun to the activities. That was the true spirit of OJAS 17, which had participants displaying their competitive spirit while having fun every step of the way. The prize distribution ceremony where the audience cheered loudly for all the winners, irrespective of the college they came from, reflected the camaraderie that was formed. It culminated with a rocking performance by ‘Traffic Jam’, which was the fitting finale to the event.

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Jaipuria Noida Placement Update

Amazon doesn't happen to Management freshers everyday but it happened to Jaipuria Institute of Management's Banmeet

Banmeet Kaur of Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida couldn’t believe herself when she got the news from the Amazon HR team! For few seconds, the world had silenced around her and all she could feel was a rush of maddening joy within. Her first instinct was to call her grandfather for all the faith he had placed on her, throughout. Banmeet reached out to her phone to make a call at home. After all, she has been chosen for her final placements by none other than Amazon- a #12 company on the 2017 Fortune500 list.

Leaving Agra, Banmeet arrived at the capital city in the year 2016. She wanted to pursue her Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) from Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida. She recalls spending sleepless nights researching on the kind of B-school she aspired to be in. The faculty pool and the corporate culture of Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida were instant heart-winners for the girl with big, dreamy eyes. After all, a lot was on stake for Banmeet- her precious years, her quest for knowledge, her endless passion to succeed and of course, the dreams that wouldn’t let her sleep. Finally, after rigorous selection rounds- Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida had happened in the year 2016!

Almost Two years of PGDM went flying by and with four months still left before she graduates as a PG student- Banmeet Kaur of Class 2018 already has a job that any Management fresher would envy- Team Manager- Customer Service, Amazon. Ask Banmeet the pay package and she grins ear to ear, happy and feeling mega accomplished!

I believe Amazon would expect me to understand “People Management and draw heavily from my lessons in business/operations side of management and I must say- I feel ready!” How and why? “Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida made each one of us industry ready in ways. From putting us through group assignments to making us work in various clubs and committees, exposing us to numerous corporate sessions, enabling us to solve complex problems through international case-studies and tight course curriculum, the school left no stone unturned to help us reach our potential.”

However, of course, cracking a placement offer from Amazon could not just be all curriculum and academics. How did Amazon test Banmeet before rolling out the offer to her? “Oh the selection process was serious, rigorous and intense! I went through 4 rounds in total. While 1st round tested communication, customer obsession and bias for action, 2nd round was all about deep dive, ownership and data analysis. Things didn’t end there. 3rd round was about testing People Management skills, vetting how result oriented you are and bring problem solving abilities to the table…” and how about the final round? What did that test?

Banmeet took a pause, reflected and replied with a smile, “well, you need to make it through the first three rounds to know what the final round has in store!”

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FACULTY Speaks Jaipuria Noida

Dr. Vrinda Jain's tryst with Economics and her years with Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida

“Geography has made us neighbors, History has made us friends. And Economics has made us partners,” said John. F. Kennedy once. That’s the wide ranging impact of the subject; from our day to day life to world politics. There are some who might consider Economics a dry topic, but Dr. Vrinda Jain displays tremendous passion for it. The senior faculty member who has been with Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida for years teaches Managerial Economics, Economic Environment of Business and International Economics. Here she talks about her love for the subject and her association with the B School.

Dr. Jain developed a liking for the subject early on in her academic journey. The passion was honed as she pursued her Economics (Hons) from Delhi University. She was fascinated with topics like how does money come into existence, the role of Reserve Bank of India, and policy framework. Looking back on her tryst with Economics, she says, “These topics made me more curious about the subject. I did my post-graduation and Ph. D in Economics because I wanted to dig deeper into this fascinating world. My Ph. D was on International Trade because I was keen on knowing why countries trade, why some of them have common currency etc.”

These questions are extremely relevant in today’s world of globalization. As countries depend on each other, important questions about protectionism imposed by the US, India’s anti-dumping duties etc need to be looked at. Dr. Jain believes that Economics cannot be overlooked by anyone, least of all future managers. Since 2005, she has been trying to impart this knowledge to students at Jaipuria, Noida. “It is up to the faculty members to make the subject more interesting to students. When they come back to you with questions or show a keen interest, you know that you are reaching them.”

And though Dr. Jain says that her Ph. D in International Economics has opened new avenues for her, she gets true satisfaction from working with students and making a change in their lives. She has the fire in her to explore a lot more in areas of research, consultancy and training but imparting her knowledge to students is her driving force. “At Jaipuria Institute of Management, Noida we are not just into career coaching. We do our best to enable professional learning and personal grooming in our students. Being closely associated with students as a mentor or in the role of a program director is quite satisfying and stimulating,” she says with the same passion she has for Economics.

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