Alliance Ascent College held the inauguration ceremony for the MBA Batch of 2024-26. The event saw key speakers from the institution and industry share insights and guidance with the new batch of students. The ceremony underscored the values and principles essential for success in both academic and professional life.

Pro-Chancellor's Address

The Pro-Chancellor, Mr. Abhay G. Chebbi, addressed the students, emphasizing the importance of consistent effort, self-belief, and the development of sales skills. He advised students to take calculated risks, stay focused, work diligently, and offer support to others. He also highlighted the need for effective resource and capital management and the value of building strong professional networks for career advancement.

CTO's Insights on Growth and Learning

The Chief Technology Officer at Odessa, Ms. Roopa Jayaraman, spoke on the importance of human resources in driving growth. She stated that progress and comfort do not coexist and encouraged students to embrace discomfort as a key part of their learning experience.

Vice-Chancellor's Emphasis on Campus Life

The Vice-Chancellor, Dr. B. Priestly Shan, stressed the importance of time spent on campus outside of class hours. He noted that time spent in the library or classrooms has greatly benefited students. He encouraged students to be curious about the world and highlighted the strong relationships between students and faculty, as mentioned by alumni.

Director's Vision for Students

The Director of Alliance Ascent College, Dr. V Rajesh Kumar, spoke about the program's goal to develop students into responsible corporate and social citizens. He pointed out the college's diverse culture, experienced faculty, modern facilities, and a supportive alumni network.

Dean's Approach to Learning and Innovation

The Pro Vice-Chancellor (Incubation and Innovation) and Dean of Alliance School of Business, Dr. Ray Titus, discussed how students should approach their programs. He used examples from young entrepreneurs like Zepto to explain the importance of having the right mindset: observing, orienting, deciding, and acting (OODA loop). He emphasized the value of taking calculated risks and maintaining a strong reputation.

Registrar-General's Call to Action

The Registrar-General, Dr. Ray Titus, encouraged everyone to move forward with focus and work together to make a meaningful impact.

Registrar's Overview of Procedures

The Registrar, Dr. Matam Viswanathaiah, provided an overview of the procedures for registration, document verification, and adherence to the student code of conduct.

Registrar (Examination and Evaluation) on Assessment

The Registrar (Examination and Evaluation), Dr. Venkatesh Kanyakumari A, explained the assessment and grading systems. He outlined the rules and regulations that students are expected to follow during their academic journey.

Conclusion

The inauguration ceremony set the tone for the academic journey of the MBA Batch of 2024-26. The speakers provided guidance that will serve as a foundation for the students as they navigate their time at Alliance Ascent College.