Events

Industrial Visit Jaipur – Kishangarh – Ahmedabad Industrial Visit Jaipur – Kishangarh – Ahmedabad : A Glimpse into Innovation and Excellence Our recent industrial visit to Jaipur-Kishangarh-Ahmedabad from 31st October to 6th of November 2023 for MMS batch 2022-24 proved to be an enlightening journey into the heart of the manufacturing, service and distribution sector. Set against the backdrop of Jaipur’s vibrant cultural tapestry, the visit aimed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world applications.   The journey kicked off with meticulous preparations, where we immersed ourselves in understanding the intricacies of the companies we were to visit. The anticipation was palpable as we set foot in Jaipur, a city known not just for its historical charm but increasingly as a hub for cutting-edge industries.   Over the course of 6 days, we delved into the operations of leading companies like BMVSS Jaipur Foot, Shreenath Marbles and Kishangarh Marble Association. Each visit was a unique exploration, revealing the secrets behind manufacturing processes, innovative technologies, and sustainable practices.   One of the highlights was the opportunity to interact with industry professionals who generously shared their experiences and offered invaluable advice. These interactions went beyond the boardrooms, providing us with a glimpse into the real-world challenges and triumphs of professionals in the manufacturing and service sector.   In addition to industry visits, cultural activities, including visits to Amer Fort, Jal Mahal, city palace, Hawa Mahal and Kishangarh dumping ground (shooting point) along with local markets, and Sabarmati Asharam and Sabarmati river front provided participants with a holistic experience of Jaipur, Kishangarh and Ahmedabad. Conclusion: The industrial visit to Jaipur proved to be an enriching experience, aligning with the educational objectives of providing practical exposure. The insights gained are invaluable for academic and professional growth.

Pool Campus Placement Drive IDFC FIRST Bank conducted Pool Campus recruitment drive on 27th October 2023 Guru Nanak Institute of Management Studies (GNIMS), Mumbai for the post of ‘Virtual Relationship Manager (VRM)’. Panel of Four members, Mr. Awanish Gunjan (National Sales Lead), Mr. Udit Sood (Talent Acquisition Lead Liabilities), Mr. Roshan Varghese (Talent Acquisition Manager) and Ms. Sampada Samant (Talent Acquisition Associate Manager) came for searching suitable talent by conducting student interviews.   IDFC FIRST Bank is the first and only bank in India that offers Zero fees for 28 essential services on savings accounts including for ATM cash withdrawals, IMPS, RTGS, NEFT, Cash Deposits and Cash withdrawals at branches, SMS Alerts, Cheque book, Demand Drafts, Pay-order, duplicate statements, etc. It is also the first bank to offer monthly credit on savings accounts.   The programme was coordinated by Ms. Anitha Menon (Training & Placement Manager) and started with warm welcome of IDFC FIRST Bank team. This was followed by a pre-placement talk by Mr. Udit Sood which gave detailed knowledge of the company. After that group discussion was conducted, students qualifying the group discussion were then interviewed personally by the IDFC FIRST Bank team.   Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth- Pune, Ramachandran International Institute of Management (RIIM)- Pune, Sri Balaji University (SBUP)- Pune, Thakur Institute of Management Studies & Research (TIMSR), Vivekanand Education Society Institute of Management (VESIM), Durgadevi Saraf Institute of Management Studies (DSIMS), Amity University- Mumbai are few of the colleges who participated in the Pool Campus recruitment drive conducted by IDFC FIRST Bank. Around 110 students from different colleges had participated in the pool campus interview drive and 35 students qualified after group discussion for personal interview. Qualified students were then interviewed personally by Ms. Sampada Samant & Mr. Roshan Varghese and shortlisted for the final interview round that was conducted by Mr. Udit sood and Mr. Awanish Gunjan.   Overall experience and feedback of the IDFC FIRST Bank team was very positive as the need of their organization to search the right talent to drive its business objectives is fulfilled by our students. Students were happy because they know that working with IDFC FIRST Bank is the right environment to grow and achieve their career goals. Programme was concluded by giving gifts as a token of appreciation and respect to the panel members. Panel members were very keen in conducting Campus recruitment drive next year also.    Our In-Charge Directors, Dr. Satvinder Singh Bedi (MMS) and Dr. Jasbir Kaur (PGDM), motivated and supported in every aspect for the successful conduction of this pool campus drive and quoted how such programs were essential for boosting the confidence of students. Mr. Subhash Yadav (Assistant Professor – Marketing Management), Mr. Chinmay Khadapkar (Training & Placement Officer), Mrs. Satroop Kaur Minhas (Placement Coordinator) and Ms. Chanda Rajak (Assistant Placement Co-ordinator has taken efforts for the success of the program.

GUEST LECTURE ON DEI DEI generating new ideas on campus!!! All Second year MMS & PGDM HR students attended an online guest lecture on ‘Diversity, Equity and Inclusion’ as a part of the course ‘HR Planning & Application of Technology in HR. ’The resource person was Ms. Snehlata Bhigte Kirve, DEI & CSR Lead – Morningstar. Ms. Bhogte started the session introducing the concept of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and various aspects associated with it. She narrated her journey as an HR Business Partner and then DEI. She creates awareness about DEI and urged future HR professionals towards the concept. All students were sensitized and there were lot of takeways.

Sewaa at the College Gurudwara Sewaa at the College Gurudwara All PGDM 2023-25 batch students were ready in class 502 excited to do the team activity. Every year before Diwali GNIMS students clean the college Gurudwara,As a part of the topic ‘Social Responsibility in the course ‘Contemporary Management Practices’.The event started with student group prayers. Students were divided in group of five each.They were given various areas in college Gurudwara.Girls cleaned the kitchen Gurudwara, some wiped the fans.The boy gang was wiping the ceiling fans.It was done in the team spirit and all enjoyed working as a team. Many were doing sewaa for the first time, some felt great, others said it was gave them a sense of fulfillment.

Campus Placement Drive – InSync Analytics CAMPUS PLACEMENT DRIVE REPORT   InSync Analytics Pvt. Ltd. conducted a two-day Campus placement drive on 19th & 20th October, 2023 at Guru Nanak Institute Of Management Studies (GNIMS), Mumbai.   InSync Analytics is a leading fintech provider of fundamental company models, custom consensus estimates, and outsourced analyst services. InSync Analytics provides an array of high quality, bespoke financial modeling and analytical products/services across various sectors and asset classes. Work ranges from plain vanilla to more creative, financial analytical solutions for our clients.   InSync Analytics is a women-owned business. Ms. Pinkey Jain, co-Founder and co-CEO, previously, worked as an investment banker at JP Morgan and Harris Nesbitt in New York in the Global Telecommunication, Media and Technology coverage group. She has executed more than $15 billion of M&A, corporate finance and other advisory assignments. Ms. Gunbir Sethi Gauba, co-Founder and co-CEO, worked at Banc of America Securities as an Equity Analyst in the Global Media team and was a key member of the II ranked Broadcasting team. Previously, she was an Investment Banker at JP Morgan in the Global Industrials group, NY, executing over $10 billion of advisory transactions. InSync Analytics includes professionals from the banking, research and corporate sectors, with degrees in business, engineering, CFAs and MBAs. All employees undergo rigorous in-house training in industry / company research methodologies, modeling GAAP / non-GAAP and other accounting techniques, valuation metrics and compliance requirements.   Panel of six members, Ms. Sunandini Raghavan (HR Head), Mr. Mohammed Jahir Shaikh (ISTARI platform Head), Mr. Rajann Upadhyay (Training & Recruitment), Mr. Nitesh Ghate (HR payroll and operation), Ms. Swetha Philip (Training & Recruitment) & Ms. Priya Chaurasia (HR- Campus Recruitment) came searching for suitable talent by conducting student interviews of skilled Finance graduates for the position of Financial Analyst – Band 1.   The Panel members were welcomed with bouquets and Memento as a token of appreciation and respect. Panel members expressed their wish to conduct Campus recruitment drive next year also.   The programme was coordinated by Ms. Anitha Menon (Training & Placement Manager), Mr. Chinmay Khadapkar (Training & Placement Officer), Mrs. Satroop Kaur Minhas (Placement Coordinator) and Ms. Chanda Rajak (Assistant Placement Co-ordinator). The programme commenced with a warm welcome of InSync Analytics recruitment team. This was followed by a small presentation (pre-placement talk) by Mr. Mohammed Jahir Shaikh, which gave a detailed knowledge of the company and the job role.    After the pre-placement talk, following rounds of interview were conducted: 1. Online test (In- campus) 2. Operations Interview (In-Person) 3. HR Interview (In-Person).   Around 69 candidates participated in the campus recruitment drive, out of which 47 candidates were qualified after the first round. Qualified candidates were then assessed on their subject knowledge and communication skills after which 12 candidates were shortlisted and selected by InSync Analytics.   Overall experience and feedback of InSync Analytics recruitment team was very positive as the need of their organization to search the right talent to drive its business objectives were fulfilled by the students and the Campus Recruitment Drive conducted by us.   Our In-Charge Directors, Dr. Satvinder Singh Bedi and Dr. Jasbir Kaur, motivated & supported in every aspect for the successful conduction of this campus drive & quoted how such programmes were essential for boosting the confidence of students and for the strong image of our Institute by building a bridge between prestigious Management organisations and GNIMS.

Entrepreneurship in Beauty Market by LTA GNIMS and GNIMS Business school had conducted a guest lecture seminar on Entrepreneurship as part of its Guest Lecture series on October 12,2023.   Ms Vaishali and Mr. Biju Nair, both co-founders of LTA, a leading academy in Beauty and cosmetics have a vibrant and encouraging lecture on the aspects of Entrepreneurship in Beauty and cosmetics market.    Disclaimer: GNIMS and GNIMS Business school are not promoting or marketing LTA or its courses and neither conducting them.

GYANVARDHINI – SESSION 7 Use of AI in Management Studies by Prof. Ifrah Kampoo Transforming Presentations with Innovation: Gamma.app and Slideai.io    Certainly! Today’s session on “The use of AI in management studies” was an engaging session that captured the audience’s attention. Thanks to Prof. Ifrah Kampoo for sharing with us the innovative techniques of creating and delivering presentations extensively. The innovative solutions offered by Prof. Ifrah Kampoo’s cutting-edge tools: Gamma.app and Slideai.io were eye-catching gizmos for everyone. These two platforms have revolutionized the way presentations are designed, delivered, and experienced, making them invaluable assets for individuals and organizations seeking to convey their ideas with impact and clarity.   In conclusion, Prof. Ifrah Kampoo’s Gamma.app and Slideai.io have redefined the art of presentations. While Gamma.app aids in creating visually stunning and data-driven presentations, Slideai.io empowers individuals to deliver them with confidence and impact. Together, these two tools represent a paradigm shift in how we approach and excel in the world of presentations   Gamma.app: Elevating Presentation Design Gamma.app is a game-changer when it comes to presentation design. Professor Ifrah Kampoo’s brainchild, this platform harnesses the power of AI and data-driven insights to help users create visually stunning and highly engaging presentations. Gamma.app is designed to streamline the design process.   Slideai.io: Mastering Presentation Delivery Slideai.io focuses on enhancing the delivery of presentations. It equips users with the tools and knowledge needed to captivate audiences, convey messages persuasively, and leave a lasting impression.

GYANVARDHINI – SESSION 6 What a fantastic session we experienced on “Introduction to Behavioral Finance” held on 6th October 2023 by the incredible Prof. Kapil Bhopatkar.   He has shown the procedure of how the human brain works and processes the information that one receives. He spotlighted how psychological, cognitive, and emotional factors influence financial decision-making and market outcomes. It explores how human biases, heuristics, and emotions can lead to deviations from traditional economic theories, affecting investment choices, risk tolerance, and market trends.    Understanding these behavioral aspects is crucial for investors and policymakers to make more informed financial decisions and design effective strategies that account for the human element in financial markets.   Once again thank you to all our esteemed GNIMS Faculty members who attended and actively participated in this insightful event. Their enthusiasm and engagement made it truly special! In case you missed it, here is a quick recap of what we covered: 🔹 Understanding Behavioral Finance fundamentals 🔹 Exploring common biases affecting financial decisions 🔹 Practical applications for investors and professionals   Praise to Mr. Kapil Bhopatkar for his expertise and engaging presentation!  Stay tuned for more enriching Gyanvardhini sessions and opportunities for growth in the world of finance. We are committed to empowering our GNIMS Faculty with knowledge and insights.

Guest Lecture on Supply Chain On 1st October, 2023 As part of subject specific guest lecture series, Mr Akashpreet Singh, Regional Supply chain optimization manager at Dr Oetker joined us from Guelph (Canada).   He is a seasoned logistics and supply chain leader with 10 years + experience in retail, pharma and omnichannel /ecommerce distribution;     Mr Akashpreet Singh threw light on the supply chain challenges faced by Indian businesses vis a vis their counterparts in first world countries.   Mr kartikeyan Iyer , Associate Directorin Xpressbees logistics He has 15 years experience in selling logistics and supply chain solutions to large enterprise customers.  He  explained the concept of Incoterms. These widely-used terms of sale, are a set of internationally accepted rules which segregate the responsibilities of sellers and buyers. His talk focussed on the importance of Resilient supply chain and how  organizations the world over are trying to reduce their operational costs due to an efficient supply chain .    Both speakers highlighted the importance of Supply chain and logistics management for better product and brand management. 

Large-Scale clean up drive at Mithi River GNIMS supports Bhamla Foundation for a large-scale clean up drive at Mithi River Join hands to make a difference to Mother Nature.   Date :16th September 2023 Time : 07:00 a.m. Meeting Point : Mahim Creek, Mumbai Point of Contact : 8169948780,Whatsaap 9320922220 It was a beautiful rainy Saturday morning when GNIMS MMS 2023-25 batch 75 students participated in Mega Cleanliness Drive at Mithi River, Mahim.   The social initiative was organized by Bhamla Foundation supported by Earth Poetry.Every third saturday of September is observed as International Coastal Cleanup Day. Around 08:00 a.m we saw teams in action wherein they selected a patch overloaded with garbage of various kinds.Students segregated the waste and contributed to Mother Nature.   Students understood the challenges of waste management and thereby took a vow to reduce,reuse and recycle and contribute in their own way to protect Environment.