organised by JIMS Kalkaji The FDP covered key areas like AI in research, SEM using AMOS, qualitative analysis using NVIVO, and writing high-quality research papers for ABDC and Scopus journals. It focuses on CFA models to develop scales. How qualitative analysis is done through NVivo.

The objective of the FDP was to provide hands-on exposure to academicians and research scholars. . Accord importance to research activity in addition to academic activity. . Keep abreast of the latest developments in their specific subjects, and acquire knowledge and skills in new and emerging areas.More than 50 faculty members and research scholars have participated in the FDP from different institutions.

Following eminent personalities were present as speakers during the event;

·            Mr. M Ponnuswami, Co-Chairman, CII National MSME Council and CMD, Pon Pure Chemical India Pvt Ltd.,

·            Mr.Ajit B Chavan, Additional CEO & Chief Seller Officer & Social Inclusion, Government e Marketplace (GeM),

·            Dr.Ishita Ganguli Tripathy, Additional Development Commissioner, Ministry of MSME,

·            Mr. H. Shankar, Managing Director I/C of Chennai Petroleum Corporation Limited (CPCL),

·            Mr. J Venkateshan, General Manager (Materials Management), National Mining Development Corporation Ltd. (NMDC),

·            Mr. Sameer Gupta, Chairman, CII National MSME Council,

·            ShriPrashant Kumar Singh, Secretary, Ministry of New and Renewable Energy,

·            Mr. Anil Agarwal, Chairman, Vedanta Resources,

It was a significant event that provided a platform for industry leaders, policymakers, and MSMEs to exchange ideas, network, and explore innovative solutions. The summit was an opportunity for the students to gain insights into the latest trends, technologies, and policies affecting the MSME sector.

The event, organized by the Polytechnic University of the Philippines, took place from November 26 to 29, 2024, at the Development Academy of the Philippines Conference Centre in Tagaytay City.

The conference theme, “Exploring the Nexus, Charting the Future: Harnessing Collaborative Excellence and Pioneering Research for Tomorrow’s Challenges,” brought together renowned academicians, researchers, and professionals from across the globe to discuss transformative strategies for the future of higher education.

Dr. Agarwal delivered an engaging and insightful online plenary address on 28th November,2024  on the topic: “Optimization of Academic Structures in Higher Education: Framework and Best Practices for the Reclassification of Faculty Positions in State Universities and Colleges.” Her presentation emphasized:

Establishing a transparent and standardized framework for reclassifying faculty positions, with clearly defined criteria, processes, and evaluation metrics.

Aligning the reclassification framework with accreditation standards and guidelines to enhance the academic quality and reputation of state universities and colleges.

Strengthening the competitiveness of state universities and colleges through effective academic restructuring.

The session was highly appreciated by the audience for its relevance and depth, sparking meaningful discussions on improving higher education systems globally.

Prof. Agarwal described the experience as both enriching and overwhelming, highlighting the value of collaborative knowledge-sharing in addressing the challenges and opportunities in higher education.

In his address, Dr Bajpai highlighted the amalgamation of Talent, Technology and Tradition that has brought India among the front runners in this rapidly changing world of 21st century. He further added that India's rise to 39th position in the Global Innovation Index 2024 with leadership in software and IT services presents a promising future.

The conclave, titled "Navigating the Evolving Intellectual Property Ecosystem: Challenges and Opportunities for India in a Rapidly Changing World," brought together over 150 delegates from across India. Attendees represented both academic institutions and industry, creating a diverse environment for knowledge exchange. Throughout the event, participants shared their research findings, innovative developments, and professional experiences related to intellectual property.

This gathering provided an important platform for discussing India's position in the global intellectual property landscape and examining both the challenges and opportunities facing the nation in this rapidly evolving field. The strong attendance from both academia and industry demonstrated the growing importance of intellectual property issues in India's development.

The event started with the motivational address by the Director, Prof (Dr) Ajay Kumar. He congratulated the students who secured 100 percent attendance in various subjects in the first and fourth trimester. He said that learning and enhancing employability skills is as important as attending the classes. PGDM Chairperson, Dr. AnushaAgarwal, PGDM Second year Coordinator, Prof Yachna Malhotra and PGDM First year Coordinator, Dr. Richa N Agarwal were also present along with the respective subject faculty to felicitate the students.

87 students of the first trimester and 25 students of fourth trimester were felicitated with a certificate and a motivational book for maintaining 100 percent attendance in various subjects. 8 students of PGDM (2024-26)Batch was  presented a special plaque for maintaining 100 percent attendance throughout the first trimester in all the subjects and one students of PGDM (2023-25)Batch was  presented a special plaque for maintaining 100 percent attendance throughout the fourth trimester in all the subjects . 

Overall Student Volunteers of the Startup Summit 2024 were also felicitated with certificates. All the students were very enthusiastic and motivated to be regular in classes and give their best.

All the students were congratulated on this achievement and advised them to carry forward this legacy.

This conclave  aimed to foster a robust dialogue among industry leaders, data scientists, technologists, and policymakers on the pivotal role of big data in shaping innovation, improving operational efficiency, and evolving business models. The discussions focused on practical applications in areas such as predictive analytics, customer insights, risk management, and real-time decision 10 Student of PGDM 2023-25 Batch attended the conclave.

The conclave featured a diverse panel of distinguished speakers from various industries. Their insights added depth to the understanding of big data's strategic applications and future trajectory.

·            Mr. Vinod Sood: Chairman, CII Regional Committee on Digital Transformation; Co-Founder & Managing Director, Hughes Systique
Topic: Leveraging digital transformation through data analytics

·            Mr. Sandeep Dutta: Chief Practice Officer, Fractal Analytics
Topic: Enhancing decision-making with advanced analytics

·            Mr. Romil Agarwal: Country Head & Regional VP, Tableau India, Salesforce
Topic: Visual analytics for actionable business intelligence

·            Mr. Noshin Kagalwalla: Managing Director, SaaS
Topic: Democratizing big data in business ecosystems

·            AVM Rajiva Ranjan VM: ACAS Ops (Space), Indian Air Force
Topic: Data's role in national defense and aerospace

·            Mr. Kunal Mathuria: Head, Data Analytics & AI Sales, Google Cloud India
Topic: Cloud-enabled AI-driven analytics

·            Mr. Anil Bhasin: Managing Director, Databricks
Topic: Real-time big data processing and integration

The discussions highlighted the untapped potential in fields like IoT analytics, sustainable data management, and ethical AI. This conclave underscored the transformative power of big data and emphasized the need for academic and industry collaboration to equip the next generation of data professionals with the skills to navigate this evolving landscape. 

The event provided networking opportunities and the opportunities to know about the corporate world. That extended beyond the academics for the budding managers.

Following activity was held: - Musical Chair, Plank, Badminton, Shuttle Run, Legged Race, Volleyball and Tug of War

The winners of different game’s related to management are:

·         Musical Chair (Adaptability) :

1st Position : Arti Kumari; 2nd Position: Kumari Khushi; 3rd Position: Shikha Sarawagi 

·                  Plank (Endurance and Strength)

1st Position : Anand Raj; 2nd Position: Sumit Kumar; 3rd Position: Suraj Kumar

·         Badminton-Girls (Decisional Making)

1st Position :Aaryavat Team; 2nd Position: VictoryVibesTeam; 3rd Position: VV Team

·         Badminton-Boys

1st Position : Mahadev Team; 2nd Position: Twin Titan Team; 3rd Position: Invisible Team

·         Shuttle Run-Boys(Goal Oriented Planning)

1st Position : Anand Raj; 2nd Position: Shreyansh; 3rd Position: Nadeem Alam

·         Shuttle Run- Girls

1st Position : Varabi Das; 2nd Position: Bhavya Jain; 3rd Position: Manisha

·         Legged Race Boys(Maintain the Balance)

1st Position : Raushan Kumar Team; 2nd Position: Abhyankar Kumar Mandal Team ; 3rd Position: Nirbhay RajTeam

·         Legged Race (Female)

1st Position : Jyoti Rani Team; 2nd Position: Pooja Mandal Team; 3rd Position: Vishakha Pal Team

·         Volleyball Boys

Winner : Team Work and Co-ordinator) Spike Squad Team

·         Tug of War Boys : Winner: Leadership and Motivation: Chatrapati Shivaji Team

·         Tug of War Girls :Winner:-Unstoppable Team

The numbers of activities were mood refreshing as students got some time to take break from studies and enjoy leisure time to explore their hidden capabilities. Student’s were involved in various physical exercises during the event, was well coordinated, and executed. Overall, the event was energizing and a learning experience where students were able to learn team work, coordination and leadership.

The lecture provided an insightful exploration and aimed to equip students with vital tools for navigating both their personal and professional lives. The session covered a range of technical skills, including emerging marketing trends, career path development, and overall personal growth. The Speaker has given emphasis on the new emerging trends in the dynamic condition and how effectively Omni Channel can be implemented and optimised well with Brand Loyalty , Predictive Analysis and also the value stick concept.

The speaker also highlighted about the concept of Customer Journey Mapping and the role that values play over the volume and the real life examples of Brand adopting those strategies.

The Session overall provided valuable insights about new marketing concepts, their in depth application and implementation in the real world which was very helpful for the future budding managers in their professional journey as students of PGDM.

This guest lecture has undoubtedly had a profound impact on all attendees, encouraging them to approach their personal and professional lives with a renewed sense of purpose, balance, and positivity.

The lecture, delivered by Mr. Narottam Sharma, Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Jubilant FoodWorks Ltd., provided students with valuable insights into the transformative power of digital technologies in reshaping traditional business models. The session was conducted under the supervision of Prof. Sunil Upadhyay.

Key Highlights of the Session

1.      Technological Advancements and Their Impact

Explored the rapid pace of technological advancements and their transformative impact on global business landscapes.

Highlighted how industries are being reshaped, redefining traditional operational frameworks.

2.      Interactive Exercise

Students participated in identifying logos of organizations that have successfully embraced digital transformation.

Discussed how these companies leveraged technology to gain and maintain a competitive edge in the market.

3.      Real-World Examples

DHL: Demonstrated its adoption of digitalization and innovations such as drone deliveries to enhance customer service.

Netflix: Showcased its evolution from a DVD rental service to a leading global streaming platform, driven by data strategies and AI-powered personalization.

Amazon: Highlighted its integration of automation and AI in logistics as a benchmark for digital innovation.

4.      Key Takeaways from the Discussion

Emphasized the importance of staying updated with emerging technologies.

Encouraged fostering a culture of innovation within organizations.

Stressed the necessity of continuously adapting business models to align with evolving market demands and customer expectations.

In the session Mr. Devashish Ghosh shared his journey, how he started his career in one of the leading retail organization Jumbo Electricals in Dubai, but he faced lot of challenges as he is not having good command on English or any other language. So he decided to learn foreign language and he chooses the Japanese language because very few people opt this language.  He further stated that after completing his language course he got ample of job opportunities from various Japanese MNC’s with in India & abroad, as more than 1400 hundred Japanese companies operated in India only. 

According to Mr. Ghosh if student learn foreign languages, it would help them in getting better placements, internship and multiple opportunities to start up their own business ventures. He showed some videos to the students where he showcase how small town students reach to foreign MNC’s by just learning foreign languages.

At last he shared their organization app by which students can learn Japanese language which is free for two months for the students of ITS School of Management and later on if they still want to go ahead, with nominal  payment which will be shared with the concern heads of the ITS School of Management.

The session was followed with question/ answer   round where students proactively participated.  The workshop was concluded by the valuable word of thanks of Prof (Dr) Ajay Kumar who also expressed his opinion on the various aspects of the topic and signing the MOU withErish Consultancy & Solutions Pvt. Ltd.