Induction Program 2024 - Arohan - The Launchpad
2024-08-28
MET AMDC hosted \'Arohan - The Launchpad,\' an induction program for the PGP EMBA & PGP EMBA - Business Analytics (Batch 2024-26) from August 22nd to 24th. The three-day event was designed to equip students with the knowledge and insights needed for their academic and professional journeys, featuring a series of talks, interactive sessions, and wellness activities led by esteemed industry experts and alumni.
On the first day, the program commenced with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by Hon. Trustee Mr. Pankaj Bhujbal, Dr. Sangeeta Tandon, and Prof. Arun Patil. The highlight of the day was a keynote address by Mr. Rakesh Gujjar, Western Europe Region Head for Credit Risk Analysis at CITI, who spoke on \"Charting Your Path: From Classroom to Boardroom.\" His insights provided students with a clear understanding of the journey from academic life to professional success.
On the second day, the program continued with a session on \'Cultural Differentiators\' by Mr. Subhasis Ghosh, CEO of Kotak Pension Fund, offering valuable insights into navigating diverse work environments. The day also featured a session on \'Leading with Emotional Intelligence\' by Prof. Farida Virani, followed by Dr. Chitra Wadke, Head - MET CET, who inspired students with her talk on \'Kindle Your Talent, Creative Flames.\' The day\'s learning concluded with Ms. Nita Menezes, Founder & CEO of Financially Smart & MoneyPrastha, delivering an engaging lecture on the \'Fascinating World of Finance.\'
On the third day, students participated in an array of insightful and engaging sessions. The day began with a discussion on \'Journey at MET & Beyond MET\' by Mr. Manish Oberoi, Head of Channel Marketing at Aditya Birla Financial Limited, and Mr. Yash Paleja, Real Estate Influencer and Strategist. This was followed by a wellness session on \'Wellness + Yog: A Way of Life\' conducted by Acharya Sharada Bubna. Later, Mr. Vinay Shivdasani, Executive Director & Practice Head at Ambit Pvt. Ltd., shared his expertise on \'New Avenues of Finance,\' highlighting emerging opportunities in the financial sector. The day wrapped up with an enriching Alumni Interaction session, where past students shared their success stories and career journeys.
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