The occasion was graced by the presence of esteemed dignitary Mr Sediqullah Sahar Education Attache, Embassy of Afghanistan who was the Chief Guest for the event. He was joined on the dais by Dr. J.K Goyal (Advisor– JIMS, Rohini), Dr. Ashok Bhagat (Dean- Placements) and Dr B.K Som (Dean-PGDM International Business)
The programme started on a warm and traditional note with the lighting of the lamps and Saraswati Vandana. The session was initiated by Dr B.K Som ( Dean – International Business)who welcomed the students and also highlighted the vision and challenges of the rigorous journey in International Business that students will be embarking on for the next two years.
Dr. J.K. Goyal( Advisor-JIMS) in his indomitable style gave few set of advices to all the students. He emphasised that students must focus on imbibing skills which make them employable within the industry & corporates. He also pointed out that parents are key stakeholders in their children education and both the student as well as institute have a responsibility to ensure that we don’t fail them.
This was followed by a thought provoking and inspiring speech by Mr Sediqullah Sahar,
Education Attache, Embassy of Afghanistan who enlightened on the relationship between India and Afghanistan. He further discussed about the value of developing the right attitude and sincerity . He also explained about the huge potential and opportunities in pursuing International Business in today’s scenario.
The session ended with a vote of thanks by Dr Ashok Bhagat.
The last session of the orientation programme was lead by Mr S.C Kapoor and his team on the topic “Journey from Campus to Corporate”. The session was conceptualized to expose students to key skills including Interpersonal Communication, Personality Development, Leadership & Team Building, Presentation Skills and Negotiating Skills; The session saw a lot of interaction and participation of the students and was very well appreciated.
With this, the curtains came down on the Orientation Programme for the new International Business batch, leaving them with the promise and hope of an exciting and exhilarating course which will shape their future careers in the corporate world.