Induction Programme for the first Sahyadri MBA Autonomous Batch 2021-23
14-Feb-2022
Induction programme for the 1st Batch of Sahyadri MBA Autonomous 2021-23 has been scheduled to be held during 14th to 18th Feb, 2022 inviting corporate experts from renowned organizations addressing the students and encouraging them to gear up for the 2 years of academic/professional programme.
Mr. Shrikanth K Arimanithaya, Global Talent and Enablement Services Leader, EY Global Delivery Services was the Chief Guest along with Mr. Shrikanth Kalyansundaram, Dty. General Manager-HR, John Cockrill India Ltd, Mumbai as the Guest of Honour for the Inaugural Ceremony held on 14th Feb, 2022. Dr. Vishal Samartha, Director-MBA, welcomed the gathering and gave a glimpse of Sahyadri and its achievements.
While addressing the new batch of MBAs, Mr. Arimanithaya reminded the students that they are about to embark a very big journey in life and the foundation starts today. He congratulated the students for opting Sahyadri for their MBA journey as he was amazed to see the Entrepreneurial spirit, Blended Learning and the purpose to give back to the society ‑ the purpose of the institution which matches his personal purpose of life. He encouraged students towards experiential learning highlighting that students should involve in the opportunities provided as "Out of the class " activities as 90% of the learning happens through that. He concluded his talk by mentioning that our signature experiences mold our beliefs which in turn mold our values which give rise to our behaviours and finally the actions are our outcomes. He urged students to give their hands, heart and head to the two year programme and transform as leaders who lead to win.
Detailed LinkedIn Profile of Mr. Shrikanth K Arimanithaya:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sreekanth-k-arimanithaya-80aa9b3/
Mr. Shrikanth Kalyansundaram, while speaking to the students, firstly, termed them to be the luckiest first Sahyadri MBA Autonomous batch. He spoke on the 3C's he believes in ‑ Choice, Chance and Change and also how important it is to Learn-Unlearn-Relearn. He shared anecdotes of how a typical South Indian who did not know to speak Hindi language moved to Mumbai for career. Learning Hindi language was the first big challenge for him. In his concluding remarks, he stimulated students to learn one new thing every day and share it with the peer group in order to stay relevant in this volatile world.
Detailed LinkedIn Profile of Mr. Shrikanth Kalyansundaram:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/experienceislife/
Dr. Rajesha S, Principal shared the Presidential remarks and in his speech acknowledged the waiting time in order to start a batch due to the delay in PGCET process. He mentioned of the urgency of the matter to now focus on academics and stay up to date with the revised syllabus chalked out for the autonomous batch which is focused majorly on practical hands on sessions. In his concluding remarks, he mentioned that the faculty will perform the role of facilitators while the students should initiate their learning. He also emphasized on developing lifelong learning attitude and the importance of upgrading self every day.
Prof. Ramesh KG, Dean-Strategic Planning, shared the Vote of Thanks. Prof. Padmanabha B, Programme coordinator, along with the other MBA faculty graced the occasion.
