CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus

On 22nd June, 2023, the MSc and BSc EA students were privileged to attend a guest lecture by Mr. Pankaj, an esteemed expert in the field of finance and capital markets. The event began with a warm welcome address by Ms. Adity from MSc EA, followed by the felicitation of the guest by Dr. Lija Jacob, Head of the Department of Data Science at CHRIST Lavasa Campus. Opening Remarks by Mr. Pankaj: Mr. Pankaj commenced the talk by introducing himself and expressing his pleasure in addressing the students. He emphasized the crucial role of capital markets in fostering economic growth and the importance of financial literacy in today's rapidly evolving world. He presented a unique equation for calculating savings as income - investment - expenditure, shifting the traditional perspective from income - expenditure. Understanding Capital Markets: The lecture proceeded with an in-depth explanation of capital markets and their functioning. Mr. Pankaj covered various aspects, including stocks, b

Rights for interested faculty and students of all departments on April 26, 2023 to commemorate World Intellectual Property Day. Designated by World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in 2000, the special day is celebrated annually to raise awareness of the importance of patents, copyrights, trademarks, and designs in our daily lives. The event was held in the Smart Room, Central Block from 3.00pm – 4.00pm. The program began with a welcome address by Ms. Sakshi Modi, a BSc student from the Department of Data Science, who introduced the guest speaker and welcomed him for his talk. Following this, Prof. Sugam Shine took the stage and began his presentation. The speaker, Prof. Sugam Shine, Assistant Professor, School of Law, Christ Deemed to be University, provided a comprehensive overview of various aspects of Intellectual Property Rights, including patent rights and copyrights. He is an accomplished legal professional with a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Law

The School of Law at Christ (Deemed to be University) organized a five-day Faculty Development Program (FDP) from 3rd to 7th of July. The FDP aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of the faculty members in the field of legal education. The theme of the program was "Advancing Legal Education: Strategies and Methods for Effective Teaching." The program focused on providing faculty members with the necessary tools and techniques to engage students in meaningful and effective learning experiences. It emphasized various teaching strategies and methods, including active learning, student-centered teaching, and the use of technology, to create engaging and impactful learning environments for students. The first day of the program comprised two sessions. In the first session, Dr. Soumya Patra discussed the importance of patents in legal academia. This session shed light on how patents can contribute to legal research and scholarship. The second session of the day was conducted by

A research Scholars meeting was organized to ignite the flame of inspiration and motivation that lies within each and every research scholar. As researchers, they have embarked on a noble journey, a journey that pushes the boundaries of knowledge, uncovers the mysteries of the universe, and shapes the future of humanity. The work researchers do is not only intellectually stimulating but also holds immense potential to make a profound impact on society. In the pursuit of knowledge, they are explorers, venturing into uncharted territories of ideas and concepts. Scholars are driven by a relentless curiosity, an insatiable thirst for understanding, and an unwavering determination to make a difference. They are the torchbearers of progress, pushing the frontiers of human understanding further with each new discovery. This meeting was an opportunity to address those who may be feeling demotivated, disheartened, or overwhelmed by the challenges that research often presents. Research can b

The National Level Faculty Development Program on Questionnaire, Scales, and PLS-SEM using SmartPLS 4.0 was an extraordinary event that took place from June 23rd to June 27th, 2023. Despite being conducted online, it managed to create an immersive and interactive learning environment for participants hailing from 9 different states and representing 18 esteemed institutes. Under the guidance of two eminent resource persons, Dr. Atul Shiva and Prof. Puja Khatri, the program delved deep into the intricacies of questionnaire design, scale development, and the application of Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) using the powerful SmartPLS 4.0 software. The event commenced with an air of anticipation as participants eagerly awaited the knowledge and insights that awaited them. Prof. Puja Khatri, an expert in questionnaire design and scale development, shared his expertise in constructing effective questionnaires and developing reliable scales. Participants were introd

La Famiglia is an exciting workshop organized by the People Pioneer, HR Club, School of Business and Management (MBA). The main motive of this workshop is to inculcate effective team building and team work among the individuals. The workshop features five competitions: Solve the Puzzle, Dumb Charades, Contamination zone, coordinate and Leadership. The event was held on the campus grounds and saw a large turnout of students and faculty members. 1.Solve the Puzzle: The first activity focused on problem-solving and collaboration. Participants were divided into small teams of three each and provided with a complex puzzle. They were required to work together, leveraging their individual strengths, to solve the puzzle within a given time frame. This activity emphasized the importance of teamwork, effective communication, and leveraging diverse skills. 2.Dumb Charades: The second activity aimed to improve non-verbal communication and understanding within a team. Participants were divided int

On June 17th, the picturesque campus of CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Lavasa, reverberated with intellectual vigor as it played host to #PRAYAG’23, a prestigious event organized by IEEE Pune Section and IEEE TEMS Pune Section Chapter. Renowned as the Hub of Analytics, the university served as an apt setting for this confluence, which aimed to foster an interdisciplinary amalgamation of technology, management, and engineering for aspiring engineers and management professionals. #PRAYAG’23 was meticulously structured into two phases.   Phase 1: Seminar   The seminar featured three eminent speakers who imparted profound insights.   The first speaker, *Mr. Dinanath Kholkar*, engaged the audience with his topic "IT+IT=IT: A Digital India Journey." He expounded on the synergistic combination of Indian talent and information technology as a catalyst for India's progressive future. Mr. Kholkar elaborated on the pivotal role of TCS in catalyzing national growth across

On June 19th, 2023, Christ(Deemed to be University), Lavasa organized a corporate talk on technology featuring Mr. Hemant Arora, an esteemed IT Director of Gen company with extensive industry experience. The purpose of this event was to provide students and faculty members with insights into the latest technological trends, challenges, and opportunities in the corporate world. This post-event report aims to summarise the key highlights of the talk and evaluate its impact on the audience. The corporate talk was held in the Auditorium, Central Block and was attended by approximately 85 participants, including students, faculty members. Mr. Hemant Arora delivered an engaging and informative presentation on the topic of technology in the corporate landscape. The talk encompassed various subtopics such as emerging technologies, digital transformation, cybersecurity, and the role of technology in driving business growth. Key Topics Covered- Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning Positive a

Rush Hour is an exciting event organized by the People Pioneer, HR Club, School of Business and Management (MBA). The event features two competitions: The Employee Drama, a roleplay contest, and the launch of The Corporate Shots, a Reel Making competition. The event was held on the campus grounds and saw a large turnout of students and faculty members. The Employee Drama roleplay contest was the highlight of the event. It was an exhilarating experience that took the participants through common workplace scenarios where emotions run high and conflicts flare up. The roleplay contest challenged the student’s problem-solving skills, communication abilities, and teamwork. The contestants had to bring the scenarios to life and make tough decisions on handling the conflicts. The Head of the Department (HOD), MBA Prof. Jobin Jacob attended the launch event; all the faculty members and students from MBA were present for the event. The event was hosted by Ms. Sheenu Shaji and Mr. Arunava Chatter

Adamantine (Debate Competition) was an entertaining and engaging event for MBA students, organized by the People Pioneers, the HR club of the School of Business and Management (MBA). Debate competitions are thrilling activities that display the skills of persuasive speaking and critical thinking. This report attempts to give a thorough account of today’s debate competition. Which saw enthusiastic participants engaged in intense discussions on three challenging issues. This exciting event revealed the essential advantages of participating in debates and showcasing the orators' fluency and analytical abilities. The event was held on 19th May 2023 from 1.30 pm to 3 pm and consisted of two rounds, the first round was the elimination round with two topics. There were total of four teams from MBA of each specialization. Finance, Marketing, Human Resource, and Business Analytics. The first round of elimination was between the Marketing team (Marketing Monks) and the Human Resource team (P

The Quality Improvement Program (QIP) took place from 28th June to 1st July 2023. The event was led by Dr. Preethi Nanjundan, who conducted a session on data analysis using Orange. On the first day, participants learned about the benefits of using Orange and proceeded with the installation process. After a short break, they delved into Orange widgets, loading datasets, and creating their first workflow. Following a tea break, the participants familiarized themselves with the basics of data cleaning. The day concluded with an introduction to machine learning and training the first model. Day two began with a session on research data and problem statements. The participants then took a short break before diving into importing data files and understanding the data. After a tea break, they engaged in hands-on activities with different models. The afternoon consisted of a lunch break and some time for office work. The participants continued building models and took a short break before focu

The webinar aimed to provide students of Economics and Analytics with an understanding of research in the field of Applied Economics. Its purpose was to instil in students the belief that research work should be conducted with honesty and scientific integrity to have practical applicability. Dr. Steven Payson, a distinguished author and esteemed faculty member at the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins University, delivered the webinar. With his extensive expertise in economic research, Dr. Payson effectively guided students in discerning the disparities between honest and dishonest publications and research practices. The session began with a discussion on dishonesty within the economics field, despite numerous rules and regulations. The speaker boldly stated, "Economics is uniquely complacent about dishonesty compared to other fields." He argued that false wisdom should be recognized as the root cause of all instances of dishonesty. Dr. Steven then presented his taxono

Starry Night was an entertaining and engaging event for MBA students, organized by the People Pioneers, the HR club of the School of Business and Management (MBA). It aimed to provide a stress-free environment after exams and encourage socializing among the participants. This report attempts to give a thorough account of today’s starry night event, which saw enthusiastic participants engage the students in a stress-free environment after the exams. This event also provided a fun, full evening for the students. The event was held on 13th May 2023 from 6 pm to 8 pm and consisted of various activities, including prize distribution of employee drama, stand-up comedy, fun games, and a DJ night. The event started with the prize distribution by Prof. Jerin Jose for employee drama, where the winner was the marketing team (Marketing Monks), and the runner-up was the finance team (Harmony). After the prize distribution, the audience was entertained by stand-up comedy by Vasanth, Harikrishnan, an

The Quality Improvement Program spanned three days and covered various topics related to digital pedagogy, Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel, information security, and Smart Board integration. The event commenced with a welcome address by Ms. Ayushi Sadana and included guest speaker Mr. Mukund Nadgowda. Day 1 of the event began with a welcome address by Ms. Ayushi Sadana, Assistant Professor, School of Law. The guest, Mr. Mukund Nadgowda, was introduced by Mr. Chetan Dixit. The first session focused on digital pedagogy, addressing issues related to teaching and learning in the digital realm. Topics covered included infrastructure, hardware and software, ethical considerations in e-learning, resource support online and offline, assessment and evaluation, and the impact of social, political, and cultural factors. The session also discussed pedagogical aspects such as content, audience, goals, design, and methods, highlighting the wide scope for e-learning in India. The session concluded wit

The Oratio series is a highly anticipated collection of YouTube talks, launched on April 26, 2023, by the People Pioneers, The HR Club, School of Business and Management, MBA. The series will feature insightful views and explanations from various speakers, including students, professors, and industry experts. This series is an innovative and engaging platform that will provide access to unlimited knowledge and discussion. The Oratio series is an excellent initiative that will benefit students and give them access to more excellent knowledge and discussion. The series will feature speakers from various fields providing valuable insights and explanations on various topics. It is an opportunity for students to learn from people who have been in their shoes and can guide them through their trials and tribulations. The Head of the Department (HOD), MBA Prof. Jobin Jacob attended the launch event, all the faculty members and students from MBA were present for the launch of the Oratio series.