Quantum Computing Demystified: Opportunities for Business & Innovation

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The School of Business and Management (BBA), CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Pune Lavasa Campus, organised a specialised awareness session titled “Quantum Computing Demystified: Opportunities for Business & Innovation”on 5 December 2025 for first-year BBA students. This session was held in Classroom 2311, Management Block and is considered as an integral part of the department’s ongoing initiative to expose students to emerging technological trends and their potential applications in the business world. With over 50 participants, the session aimed to broaden students’ technological outlook and encourage them to recognize the future possibilities linked to quantum technologies. The resource person for the session was Mr. Anand Krishnaswamy, an experienced educational consultant who is known for his expertise in simplifying complex technological concepts for young learners. The session coordinator was Dr. Purnendu Bikash Acharjee, who facilitated and supervised the planning and execution of the event.

In alignment with the department’s continuous efforts to cultivate technologically aware business graduates, this session was especially designed for first-year students who are keen to understand breakthroughs shaping the future of global industries. The department emphasises early exposure to the technological ecosystem so that students can develop informed perspectives and discover potential areas for innovation, entrepreneurship, and interdisciplinary research as they progress through the BBA programme.

Mr. Krishnaswamy began the session by introducing the fundamentals of quantum computing, explaining how quantum mechanics principles such as superposition and entanglement form the backbone of this revolutionary technology. He highlighted the differences between classical and quantum computing and discussed why quantum systems hold the potential to transform industries that rely heavily on optimisation, data security, logistics, finance, and scientific modelling.

The speaker further explained the rapid advancements in quantum technology and provided examples of how global companies such as IBM, Google, and Microsoft are building quantum ecosystems through cloud-based simulators, research collaborations, and open-access platforms for learners. By presenting real-world applications, he helped students understand how quantum technology could accelerate drug discovery, optimise supply chains, strengthen cybersecurity, and solve large-scale business problems that are currently beyond classical computing capabilities.

An important segment of the session focused on business innovation. Mr. Krishnaswamy emphasised that the future belongs not only to technologists but also to business leaders who understand how to leverage emerging technologies strategically. He discussed how young management graduates can position themselves by gaining familiarity with quantum tools, engaging in interdisciplinary learning, and exploring entrepreneurial opportunities in areas such as fintech, artificial intelligence, sustainability, and risk analytics—all of which are expected to be influenced by quantum breakthroughs.

The interactive nature of the session enabled students to ask questions on career opportunities, skill requirements, potential business models, and the timeline for mainstream adoption of quantum computing. The discussion helped demystify misconceptions and encouraged students to stay updated with technological trends as part of their academic and professional growth.

This session successfully introduced students to the expanding landscape of quantum technology and highlighted its immense potential for shaping future business innovations. It strengthened the department’s mission of nurturing forward-thinking, technology-ready management graduates who can contribute meaningfully to emerging global industries.


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