Saturday, March 01, 2025
Date: 1st March 2025
Time: 2.30 pm to 5.00 pm
Venue: Seminar Hall, DYPBS
Resource Person: Dr Manoj K Prasad, Dr. Manoj K. Prasad, Vice President - Digital Transformation & Adoption, Reliance Industries Limited
Participants: PGDM students
Faculty Coordinator: Academic Team
Organizer: Centre of Learning and teaching
Objectives
1. Understand the Transition from Campus to Corporate: To help students recognize the key differences between academic environments and corporate workplaces, and to understand the skills and mindset required to make a smooth transition.
2. Enhance Talent Engagement: To encourage students to actively engage in learning opportunities, internships, and extracurricular activities that align with industry expectations and improve their employability.
3. Foster Empowerment Through Skill Development: To emphasize the importance of continuous self-development, including both technical and soft skills, and to empower students to take ownership of their career paths.
4. Prepare Students for Digital Transformation in the Workforce: To provide students with insights on the role of digital transformation in shaping industries and the skills required to thrive in a technology-driven workplace.
5. Bridge the Gap Between Academic Knowledge and Corporate Expectations: To equip students with strategies to identify and fill gaps between what is taught in academia and what is expected in the corporate world, ensuring they are well-prepared for industry demands.
6. Cultivate a Corporate-Ready Mindset: To encourage students to develop key qualities such as adaptability, resilience, effective communication, and teamwork, which are essential for success in the professional world.
7. Provide Practical Strategies for Career Success: To offer actionable advice on how students can build and refine their skill sets, network effectively, and take proactive steps towards achieving career excellence.
On March 1, 2025, the PGDM student had joined a special guest session titled "Talent Engagement to Empowerment: Readiness of Students from Campus to Corporate" by Dr. Manoj K. Prasad.
Dr. Prasad, a highly respected leader in the field of digital transformation and workforce development, currently holds the position of Vice President at Reliance Industries Limited. His expertise in navigating the evolving demands of the corporate world had offered students a unique perspective on how they can bridge the gap between academic learning and the skills required to thrive in the professional environment.
Key Themes of the Session
The Transition from Campus to Corporate
Dr. Prasad discussed the key differences between academic learning and the expectations of the corporate world. Emphasised on the placed on the evolving skills landscape, where technical proficiency and digital literacy are crucial, but soft skills like communication, collaboration, and leadership are just as important.
Digital Transformation in Corporate Spaces
In today’s digital-first world, organizations are looking for professionals who are well-versed in digital tools and can adapt to technological changes swiftly. Dr. Prasad shared insights into the ongoing digital transformation across industries and how students can prepare to contribute to these changes from day one.
Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Industry Expectations
One of the core areas of focus will be how students can identify and fill the gaps between what is taught in academic institutions and what is expected in professional roles. Dr. Prasad provided strategies for students to proactively acquire knowledge and skills outside their formal academic curriculum.
Empowerment Through Skill Development
Empowerment to be a central theme of the session. Dr. Prasad discussed how students can take ownership of their career paths through continuous learning, self-awareness, and by building a robust skill set that aligns with the demands of the corporate world.
Workplace Readiness: Mindset and Behaviour
The session also highlighted the importance of developing the right mindset for workplace success. Dr. Prasad talked about the attributes of empowered employees, such as resilience, adaptability, and a growth mindset, and how students can cultivate these qualities during their academic journey.
The corporate world has seen a significant transformation, particularly with the rise of digital technologies and globalization. As a result, students entering the workforce today must be equipped with a diverse set of skills and an entrepreneurial mindset to succeed. This session served as a crucial bridge to help students:
Understand industry trends and prepare for the future of work.
Gain clarity on how to become not just employable, but also empowered professionals.
Develop an awareness of what companies expect in terms of both technical and interpersonal competencies.
Learn practical strategies for self-development and career progression.
The session aligned perfectly with the goals of students who are keen on making a seamless transition from their academic environments to successful corporate careers.
Dr. Manoj K. Prasad’s guest session promised a thought-provoking and highly beneficial discussion for students preparing to embark on their professional journeys. By addressing the critical themes of talent engagement, empowerment, and corporate readiness, the session offered students actionable insights to enhance their employability and position themselves for career success in a rapidly changing world.