The students are Arundhati, Abhishek, Mohd. Maz, Aayushman Agarwal, Rajat Gupta, Tanya Singh, Prachi Sharma, Bhavya, Jaya Kumari, Kanhaiya, Anmol Jain, Anshika Bora, Akansha Kumari, Shubhangi Sharma, Rahul Kumar, Dhruv Upadhyay, Akash Chauhan, Ayush Jaiswal, Harsh Sharma & Isha Agarwal. The Students were accompanied with Dr. Kamal Singh and Prof. Ashutosh Sharma.

The conference started with registration and high-tea followed by Inaugural Session in which welcome address was given by Mr. Karan Rathore, Chairman- SEPC. Mr. Abhay Sinha, Director General-SEPC gave introduction of all the speakers for the day. The Thematic address was given by Dr. Vidya Yeravdkar, Chair-SEPC & Pro-Chancellor- Sysmbiosis International University. Ms. Jessica Turner, Chief Executive Officer- QS Quacquarelli Symonds, United Kingdom, Prof. Ashutosh Sharma President Indian National Science Academy, Dr. Pankaj Mittal, Secretary General Association of Indian Universities gave their special addresses.

Chief Guest Sh. Jitin Prasada, Hon'ble Minister of State for Commerce & Industry, Government of India in his address said that level of education in India has uplifted in last 10 years. He said that objective of higher education should be to make the students skilled, independent & successful.

The Inaugural Session was followed by panel discussion on the topic Transforming Higher Education & Skilling towards Viksit Bharat @ 2047, in which following distinguished speakers expressed their thoughts of wisdom;

• Prof. Ashutosh Sharma President Indian National Science Academy

• Dr. Pankaj Mittal Secretary General Association of Indian Universities

• Sh. Jitin Prasada Hon'ble Minister of State for Commerce & Industry, Government of India

• Dr. Abhay Sinha Director General, SEPC

• Dr. Ashwin Fernandes, Executive Director (AMESA), QS - Quacquarelli Symonds

• Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Pro Chancellor, Chitkara University

• Mr. Nipun Goenka, Managing Director, G D Goenka Group

• Mr. Vineet Gupta, Founder, Plaksha University & Ashoka University

• Prof. Sudhirkumar V Barai, Director, BITS Pilani

• Dr. Mahendra Sharma, Pro-Chancellor & Director General, Ganpat University

• Dr. Rajul K Gajjar, Vice Chancellor, Gujarat Technological University

• Mr. Raghav Gupta, MD, India & APAC, Coursera

• Mr. Devender K Saini, Group Chief Strategy Officer, Medhavi Skill University

• Dr. Sistla Rama Pani, Head Research Wing, Association of Indian Universities

• Mr. Shrikant Sinha, CEO, Telangana Academy of Skill & Knowledge

• Prof. Sunil Rai, President, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies

• Ms. Chaitali Moitra, Regional Director South Asia, Turnitin

• Ms. Jugnu Roy, Director of Engagement, East Asia & India, Education New Zealand

• Dr. Shweta Singh, Founder & CEO, Ennoble IP

• Prof. (Dr.) Parma Nand, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Sharda University

• Dr. Muddu Vinay, Pro-Vice Chancellor, ICFAI Bangalore

• Dr. Nancy Juneja, Co-Founder, MENTORX

• Mr. Siddharth Shahani, Executive President, ATLAS Skill Tech University

• Dr. Shradha Kanwar, Chief Academic Officer, Jain (Deemed to be University)

At the end all the eminent speakers were presented plaque as token of gratitude and respect. PGDM Students were awarded with Certificate of Participation. The conference provided a great learning experience and networking opportunities for both faculty and students.

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, National Law University Jodhpur and Head of India Chapter of Daughters of Themis, Prof. Harpreet Kaur addressed the online audience and explained the valuable goal of the network that is promotion of research in different streams such as business, law, management, policy science and others. She said that the focus of India is on bringing open access journals and will provide more discussion and networking opportunities to women for exchanging thoughts on contemporary issues and challenges.

The three panellists in the discussion were Dr. Thenmozhi M, Professor and Head of Management Studies at IIT Madras, Chennai, Mrs. Namrata Vrishini, IAS, DM and Collector, Bikaner and Dr. Aparajita Prasad, Strategy consultant and start up advisor. Dr. Thenmozhi M emphasized on the significance of setting aside fear and moving ahead to embrace change while taking time out for self to rejuvenate. Mrs. Namrata Vrishini, IAS, explained the significance of financial prudence for women rather than just focussing on financial freedom. Her opinion was thought provoking and was well received by the audience for further discussion. Dr. Aparajita Prasad, motivated the women to use more tech tools for networking and upscaling.

The discussion was moderated by Dr. Neeti Mathur and Ms. Anoosha Panwar.

The talk was delivered by Alumnus of PGDM (2010-2012 Batch) Mr. Ankur Srivastava, Sr. Digital Growth Manager, Realatte. Dr. Anusha Agarwal, PGDM Chairperson welcomed the guest by presenting a plant sapling.

Mr. Ankur started the session by sharing his experience at I.T.S school of management. Further, he shared his journey from campus to corporate. He spoke about the Digital Advertising. During his address, he discussed about various social media platforms like; Instagram, Facebook, Youtube etc., those are highly useful to do marketing at present. He said that a Digital Advertising Manager is expected to have the knowledge about the appropriate strategy to be adopted for marketing of different kind of products/Services. He gave several examples marketing strategies to promote different types of products and services to clear the concept of digital marketing. He highlighted the importance of Data for a Digital Marketing Manager in corporate world. He discussed case studies of Data-Driven Advertising of Amazon, Spotify & Coca-Cola. Mr. Ankur told about tools/techniques like; Click-Though Rate, Return on Ad Spend etc.

He also pointed out some important aspects like; Communication, Presentation, Appearance, Attitude etc. to be prepared for job-interviews. He answered all the queries asked by the students satisfactorily.

At last Dr. Anusha Agarwal presented a memento as a token of gratitude to Mr. Ankur Srivastava.

The event presented a dynamic platform to showcase participants' understanding of the critical domains of Organisational Behaviour and Human Resource Management such as HR functions, TA Analysis, Personality types, emotional intelligence, Politics and attitudes. The event, held on September 27, 2024, witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, eager to showcase their abilities and learn from the event.

HR Dramatixunfolded students’ creative talents, exploring workplace challenges and develop effective practical skills through drama and storytelling.It was designed to push participants beyond their comfort zones and foster skill development in a competitive yet supportive environment.

The judging panel comprised Dr.Sanjeev Kumar Mathur and Dr. Prachi Pachauri for the HR Dramatix.Teams were evaluated on Coordination, Acting/ expressions, communication, concept and presentation.

Dr. Ajay Kumar, Director of ITS School of Management, PGP Chairperson Dr. Anusha Agarwal,Prof. Amitabh Rajan,Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Mathur, Dr. Prachi Pachauri,along with the Club Coordinator Dr. Richa N. Agarwal,  presented the appreciation certificates and trophies to the winners. Certificates of participation were also distributed to all the participating teams.

The Ist position was secured by the team FIVE STARS (PGDM Ist year), followed by MERAKI (PGDM Ist year )and RAFTAAR (PGDM Ist year)securing the second and third positions respectively. Individual awards were also presented which went to PGDM Ist year students- Best Attire Award to Mohammad Zeeshan Khan, best Coordinator Award to Mohit Kumar and Best Actor to Ms. Surbhi Mishra.

HR Club also held an online competition “Creative Canvas” where participants embarked on their artistic adventure, created new ideas and dived into their artistic and imaginative mind. The entries were evaluated by the Club members and the Club- Coordinator. The evaluation criteria were Content, Neatness and Creativity.The winners for the social media event were from PGDM Ist year -Ms. Swapnil Srivastava, Ms. Jaya Kumari, Ms. Isha Agarwal for the 1st, 2nd and 3rd position respectively.Best Concept Award was given to Shreyansh Singh (PGDM Ist year).

HR Dramatix was a resounding success, showcasing creativity, talent, and engaging storytelling. It emerged as a tool for fostering skill, camaraderie, and healthy competition among participants. The event not only showcased the talents and capabilities of the teams but also provided valuable learning experiences to the audience that will undoubtedly contribute to their personal and professional growth.

The distinguished resource person was Dr.Rajan Suresh Ratna, Deputy Head & Sr. Economic Affairs officer United Nations ESCAP South & South-West Asia Office New Delhi.

Dr.Rajan Suresh Ratna addressed the issues on macro indicators like inflation, GDP, trade and services of different sectors of economy. He discussed about the Macroeconomic policies of India (Internal factor and external factors) that affect the growth of the country, such as taxes, imports, exports, inflation, government policies, Rural development, Public finance, different sectors of GDP, foreign investments, R&D and sustainable development goals(SDG). He also discussed about the Real GDP and Nominal GDP, the fiscal policy of India, Rupee Ruble trade, Govt. subsidies, Implementation of govt. scheme, Workers in agriculture, how India tackled the embargo implemented on Russia, Food inflation and security. 

Overall, the guest lecture provided valuable insights about the Macroeconomics Analysis in Indian Context, emphasizing the need for better policies and scheme implementation regulation in rural area so that the farming sector can grow along with the manufacturing sector of India and he also explained the key drivers for economic growth of India.    

The event was graced by luminaries, including Chief Guest - Mr. Nitin Saluja, Founder, Chaayos; Distinguished Guest - Shri Jagannath Sarkar, Member of Parliament; Dr. R.P. Chadha, Honourable Chairman, I.T.S – The Education Group and Shri Arpit Chadha, Vice Chairman, I.T.S – The Education Group. The event commenced with the dignified tradition of lighting the ceremonial lamp, signifying the illumination of wisdom and the start of a meaningful occasion.

Shri Arpit Chadha, welcomed guests and emphasized dedication, hard work, and perseverance for personal and professional success.

Prof (Dr) Ajay Kumar, Director, I.T.S School of Management welcomed the dignitaries and presented the Institute’s Annual Report. Programme Chairperson Dr. Anusha Agarwal administered the Oath to the graduating batch.

Chief Guest, Mr. Nitin Saluja, delivered the convocation address, opening with the inspiring quote, “Run when you can, walk if you have to, crawl if you must; just never give up.” He emphasized the importance of maintaining a growth mindset and the necessity of continuous progress, regardless of the circumstances.

Distinguished Guest, Shri Jagannath Sarkar urged graduates to embrace challenges with perseverance and innovation. Also, he emphasized spiritual growth and inner purpose.

Rank holders, meritorious students were awarded with medals and certificates for academic excellence by the dignitaries. All the awardees received diploma from the Chief Guest in person and embarked on their new journey into the professional world.

It was an occasion of immense pride and accomplishment for all the diploma awardees and their parents.

The esteemed speaker for the event was Dr. Jaspreet Kaur, Professor of Marketing at the Delhi School of Business. The workshop began with a formal welcome and honoringtoDr. Jaspreet Kaur. The session opened with an exploration of the transformative potential of AI technologies in generating content and personalizing marketing strategies. The focus was on producing high-quality content and effectively engaging audiences across various digital platforms.

Additionally, the workshop included an analysis of customer sentiment, illustrating how businesses can leverage these insights to improve customer satisfaction and loyalty.Aslo explained about the google AdWords and SEO.  The discussion highlighted the benefits of using generative AI, such as increased efficiency and personalization, while also addressing potential challenges like ethical considerations and quality control.

The session was followed by a question/answer round where students proactively participated in the same. At last the session was concluded by  honouring the guest with momento as a token of appreciation.

Retro Revive was an exciting marketing event designed to challenge students to create advertisements for classic retro products, blending nostalgic elements with modern marketing strategies. Participants delve into the marketing techniques of the past while infusing contemporary ideas, discovering the evolution of marketing and its current practices .

The objective of this club event was to enable the participants to apply concepts about product, pitching, brand recall, message delivery, promotional strategies etc. in marketing through short enactment/advertisements.

It consisted of humorous & conceptual ads, prepared and enacted by the students of PGDM first year in order to pitch their products.

The evaluation was based on parameters viz. Creativity & Innovativeness, Concept of advertisement: Customer appeal, Team Coordination, Time factor, Communication with clarity of thought. Out of a large number of teams who participated, 3 teams were selected as winners from evaluation by the event judges Dr. Kamal Singh, Prof. Ashutosh Sharma.

 Following teams bagged the top 3 positions:-
• 1st Prize Retro Reviver 1 : -Team Captains

1. Vanshika,

2. Ajitesh

3. Ravi kr thakur

4. Rahul gupta

• 2nd Prize (Retro Reviver 2) :Team Creative Crew

1.Unanti

2.Mahek  

3.Bhavya  

4.Shubhangi

• 3rd Prize (Retro Reviver 3) : 

 Team- Game Changer

1.Archana Kumari

2.Khushi

3.Navneetika

4.Sansakar Jaiswal

Additionally, “Critics Awards” category showcased the unique talents of the participants,

Critics Award:Team Spotlight Squad

1.Jyoti

2.Pooja

3.Pankaj

4.Dixant

Some participants were also selected for special titles which were given to them as per their performance and overall presentation.
Star Performer -Dixant Dixit
Best Dressed- Bhavya Jain

While the Social Media award was given to the team with maximum reach on their social media accounts of their respective products.

Social Media Award:Team Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak

1.Swapnil

2.Surbhi,

3.Sakshi

4.Isha
The ceremony was graced by the presence of  Director I.T.S-School of Management, Dr.Ajay Kumar & Dr. Anusha Agarwal, Chairperson PGDM,Judges of the event and CLUB coordinator Prof Neha Shrotriya the winning teams with trophies, certificates of appreciation and gift hampers. Certificates of participation were awarded to all the participating teams. Judge of the event Dr Kamal Singh emphasized that such events are the backbone for students' learning, and hence has been an integral part of management education at I.T.S School of Management, Ghaziabad. 

The workshop commenced with an inaugural session graced by the presence of Director Dr. Ajay Kumar, PGDM Chairperson Dr. Anusha Agarwal, Prof. Yachna Malhotra, and Mr. Ajay K. Sharma, CEO & Executive Director of TPC Global.

The training sessions were led by experienced professionals: Ms. Kanwaldeep Kang, Ms. Ritu Bhardwaj, Ms. Shimpy Gera, and Ms. Nandani. These sessions covered various critical employability skills such as interview techniques, goal setting, professional resume development, video resumes, personal branding, corporate presentations, group discussions, mock interviews, and email etiquette. The trainers facilitated hands-on activities designed to boost students' self-confidence and help them overcome interview anxiety. Mock drills were conducted to provide students with a real-life simulation of the interview process.

On the final day, students underwent comprehensive assessments through group discussions and personal interviews. A panel of trainers, along with internal faculty members from finance, marketing, HR, and operations, evaluated students' resumes, held discussions on social and current affairs, and conducted detailed personal interviews.

The workshop generated high levels of enthusiasm among students, who actively participated in all activities. The mock drills proved especially beneficial, familiarizing students with the complete interview process.

The distinguished resource person was Ms. Deepti Jandial, She is aBehavioural Skills Facilitator, Life Coach and Psychometric Assessment Specialist. The inaugural session was commenced with honoring the guest, Ms. Deepti Jandial.

In the session Ms. Deepti Jandial shared the significance of attention & concentration and how it leads to excellence. She emphasized on how attention is the foundation for achieving excellence. In her session, she also highlighted the importance of taking regular breaks (e.g., using the Pomodoro Technique) to maintain concentration over extended periods.

The session explored the science behind how the brain allocates attention and how neural networks linked to attention also contribute to skill development and excellence.In her talk she elaborate how mental clarity through visualization and the power of positive thinking were plays significant role in achieving long term- goals.The session was followed by a question/answer round where students proactively participated in the same.

The guest talk 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 given thanks with memento to our guest Ms. Deepti Jandial.