CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus

The Centre for Academic and Professional Support (CAPS), Christ University Pune Lavasa, recently organised an enriching and immersive Clay Modelling Workshop. The session brought together more than 30 students from various wings, including Operations, Peer Training, Connect Wide, PR & Media, Content, QC, and Research, marking a unique blend of creativity, reflection, and leadership development. The workshop was facilitated by Dr Sangeeta Jawla, a respected scholar known for her expertise in folklore, gender studies, creative arts, and narratives of traditional potter communities. Her interdisciplinary approach created a meaningful connection between art, culture, and leadership. For many participants, clay modelling was a new and unexpectedly grounding experience. The simple act of shaping soil with one’s hands became a therapeutic process, allowing students to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with themselves. What is often seen merely as “mud” is transformed into a medium of expr...

The School of Commerce, Finance & Accountancy, in collaboration with the Office of Alumni Engagement, organized an enriching and insightful Alumni Interaction Session aimed at fostering deeper engagement between current students and the institution’s alumni community. The event was meticulously coordinated under the guidance of Dr. Mahesh Kumar T, whose leadership ensured that the session was aligned with the university’s commitment to academic excellence and holistic student development. The smooth facilitation of the program was made possible through the active support of dedicated student volunteers, who played a vital role in handling logistics, audience coordination, and creating an inviting environment for meaningful dialogue. The core purpose of the interaction was to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world industry expectations. In today’s dynamic employment landscape, exposure to practical insights and firsthand professional experiences is indispensable. Re...

CHRIST Infotech, in collaboration with the School of Commerce, successfully organized a six-day hands-on workshop titled “Business Intelligence using Power BI” at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus – The Hub of Analytics. The program, conducted from 6th October to 11th October 2025, was designed as part of the institution’s continuous commitment to fostering industry-relevant skills and practical learning among students. The workshop targeted B.Com Business Analytics students from KPR College, Coimbatore, with the goal of equipping them with the essential analytical and technical skills required to leverage data for decision-making. With organizations increasingly relying on business intelligence tools, this workshop provided participants with a complete, practice-oriented exposure to Microsoft Power BI, one of the leading BI platforms used globally. The sessions were conducted by Mr. K. T. Thomas and Ms. P. S. Anusha, who guided students through each stage of Power B...

The Faculty Development Programme (FDP), held from 29th July to 2nd August 2025, brought together faculty members from diverse disciplines for a comprehensive and engaging learning experience. The programme commenced on Day 1 with a formal inauguration, setting the tone for an enriching week ahead. The first session, led by Dr. Sahil Gupta, introduced participants to NVIVO, a software tool for qualitative research analysis. Faculty members gained hands-on experience working with NVIVO datasets, learning coding techniques, theme identification, and data visualization. Following a short break, the focus shifted to Mendeley, where participants explored effective ways to manage references, organize research libraries, and seamlessly integrate citations into MS Word documents. The afternoon session was facilitated by Dr. Durgansh Sharma, who provided an insightful orientation on funding research projects, explaining how to identify appropriate funding bodies, prepare compelling proposals, a...

The Library and Information Centre, in collaboration with The Readers’ Club, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, organized an engaging and thought-provoking exhibition titled “Books in Search of Readers” on the 15th and 16th of October 2025. The two-day event aimed to rekindle the joy of reading and to encourage the university community to explore books beyond their academic curriculum. Open to all students, faculty, and staff, the exhibition served as a vibrant celebration of literature, learning, and curiosity. The exhibition featured an impressive selection of books from both campus libraries, thoughtfully curated to include academic texts, classic and contemporary literature, biographies, autobiographies, and works on history, sociology, and success stories. The event encouraged participants to rediscover reading as a source of both intellectual enrichment and personal pleasure. By highlighting diverse genres and themes, the exhibition sought to promote reading as...

In today’s hyper-connected digital economy, a company's greatest asset—its data—is also its greatest liability. While tech headlines are filled with tales of sophisticated hacks, the frontline of corporate defense is often not in the server room, but in the boardroom. It is the executives, managers, and financial officers who are the prime targets of complex social engineering and business email compromise schemes. Recognizing this critical gap, NEXUS, the newly inaugurated cybersecurity cell of Christ (Deemed to be University), Pune - Lavasa Campus, has launched its mission to spread cyber awareness. For its very first outreach initiative, the group set its sights not on a technical audience, but on the future business leaders at the Lotus Business School. The event, an engaging seminar tailored specifically for MBA students, aimed to demystify cybersecurity, translating it from technical jargon into a core business imperative. The session was expertly conceptualized and led by tw...

The Scholastic Synergy Series, organized by the School of Commerce, Finance & Accountancy at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), presents an insightful and academically enriching session titled “Idea to Intellectual Property Rights – II.” This initiative forms a central part of the institution’s efforts to strengthen knowledge integration, foster interdisciplinary learning, and promote a culture of innovation among students. As industries evolve and knowledge-driven economies gain prominence, understanding Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) has become a crucial skill for students, researchers, aspiring entrepreneurs, and future professionals. This session aims to deepen participants’ understanding of the journey through which a simple idea evolves into a legally protected intellectual asset. It builds upon foundational concepts introduced previously and offers an extended perspective that connects theoretical constructs with real-world applications. The contemporary business landscap...

The Scholastic Synergy Series, organized by the School of Commerce, Finance & Accountancy at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), presents a thought-provoking and academically enriching session titled “Idea to Intellectual Property Rights – I.” This initiative reflects the university’s commitment to nurturing an ecosystem that values creativity, encourages innovation, and promotes interdisciplinary learning. As intellectual property becomes increasingly significant in knowledge-driven economies, understanding its principles is essential for students, researchers, and aspiring entrepreneurs. The session aims to enhance students’ awareness of Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and illustrate how original ideas can be transformed into legally protected intellectual assets. This aligns with broader institutional and national goals of fostering quality education, strengthening innovation-focused infrastructure, and empowering youth to contribute meaningfully to the creative and entrepreneu...

School of Business and Management – BBA organised the Week 10 Club Activity on November 22nd, 2025, at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, as part of its continuous effort to integrate experiential learning into the curriculum. The event continued the school’s strong commitment to using simulation-based, interactive, and skill-driven activities to enhance the professional, analytical, and communication abilities of BBA students. Designed around the central theme of “Pressure Testing,” the sessions encouraged participants to think critically, respond swiftly, and collaborate effectively in a wide range of high-stakes scenarios that reflected real-world business environments. Across the eight clubs under the School of Business and Management, students took part in a series of immersive activities, including simulations, role-plays, forensic investigations, rapid decision-making tasks, and creative communication challenges. The Finance Club transformed its classroom into...

ATHENORA, organized by CAPS, served as a comprehensive platform to engage students in a diverse array of fourteen intellectually stimulating and creatively enriching activities. Designed to foster critical thinking, practical skills, and interdisciplinary learning, the event encompassed workshops, competitive events, and creative showcases, including Trading and Research Workshops, Debate, Poster Making, Storytelling, Shipwreck, and Short Video Making. By integrating experiential learning with collaborative and competitive formats, ATHENORA successfully encouraged participants to explore innovative ideas, enhance their skill sets, and demonstrate both academic and creative excellence across multiple domains. Trading workshop: The Centre for Academic and Professional Support (CAPS) conducted a practical workshop titled “Understanding Stock Markets, Trading Strategies, and Financial Literacy” for BSc, BBA, and law students. Led by Dr. Abhijeet Birari, Head of Department (MBA), the sessio...

The 3-Day Skill Enhancement Programme on AWS Services provided a comprehensive and immersive learning experience for students and faculty, focusing on essential cloud computing concepts and hands-on technical skills. The programme began with an introduction to the fundamentals of cloud computing, emphasizing the growing global transition from traditional on-premise systems to cloud-based infrastructures. Participants gained clarity on key cloud service models—IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS—and deployment models such as public, private, and hybrid clouds. Real-world use cases shared by trainers helped contextualize the theoretical concepts. A major strength of the programme was its practical orientation. Participants were introduced to the AWS Management Console and guided through important services including EC2, S3, IAM, and RDS. Each concept was supported by live demonstrations, allowing learners to visualize the creation, configuration, and management of cloud resources. The hands-on lab sess...

The School of Business & Management (BBA) at CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, organised an insightful awareness session on Indian Constitution Day titled “The Soul of the Constitution of India: A Session on the Importance of the Preamble” on 26th November 2025. Conducted from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Auditorium in the Management Block, the event aimed to deepen students’ understanding of constitutional values, strengthen their sense of civic responsibility, and highlight the ethical and democratic principles embedded within the Indian Constitution. The session was facilitated by Prof. Mobin Jacob, Assistant Professor from the School of Law, whose expertise provided students with an enriching perspective on constitutional interpretation and democratic governance. He began by explaining the significance of celebrating Constitution Day, emphasizing the importance of remembering the adoption of the Constitution on 26 November 1949 and the enduring spirit of democr...