| Friday, July 12th, 2024: Welcome Addresses From Dignitaries |
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On Friday, July 12, 2024, Prof. Saibal Chattopadhyay, Director of IIM Calcutta, welcomed the new PGDBA batch with an address. He shared the history and development of the PGDBA program since its beginning. He emphasized the significance of relevant and meaningful data in various sectors and discussed the global demand for data scientists. Additionally, he highlighted how the PGDBA program contributes to shaping their careers. |
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Prof. Sanghamitra Bandyopadhyay, Director of ISI, delivered the welcome address to the new PGDBA batch. She emphasized the course curriculum and program structure of the PGDBA. She highlighted ISI Kolkata's role in developing quantitative aptitude among the program's students. Finally, she congratulated the entire batch for being
selected for this prestigious program. |
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Prof. Bhaskar Chakrabarti, Dean (Academic) of IIM Calcutta, delivered the welcome address to the new PGDBA batch. He discussed the scope and reach of analytics in various aspects of life. He emphasized the usefulness of analytics for individuals and society, highlighting the expected contributions of data science professionals. Finally, he underscored the value of this program in solving real-life problems across sectors and countries. |
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Prof. Gopal Krishna Basak, Dean of Studies at ISI, welcomed the new PGDBA batch with an address. He pointed out the
distinct pedagogical approaches of the three partner institutions—IIM Calcutta, ISI, and IIT Kharagpur—and how these
differences can provide the new batch with diverse perspectives. Additionally, he discussed the values ISI upholds in
shaping the students' futures. |
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Prof. Sangeeta Sahney, Dean VGSoM at IIT Kharagpur, delivered the welcome address to the new PGDBA batch. She congratulated the new students and informed them about the resources available at IIT Kharagpur. She also emphasized
the importance of data analytics and its effective application in problem-solving. |
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Prof. Anisur Rahaman Molla, PGDBA Coordinator at ISI, welcomed the 10th PGDBA batch. He emphasized the
importance of sports and physical exercise alongside the daily curriculum. He informed the students about the culture
and values of ISI and congratulated them on joining the program. |
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Prof. Sudhir K. Jaiswall, PGDBA Chairperson at IIM Calcutta, welcomed the new PGDBA batch. He outlined the various
challenges and opportunities that await the students. He emphasized the importance of adhering to rules and regulations
and encouraged active participation in classes and other learning activities, such as industry conclaves. Finally, he
expressed his gratitude to all the dignitaries for their inspiring words and blessings to the new batch. |
| Saturday, July 13th, 2024: Industry and Distinguished Alumni Sessions |
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The 10th PGDBA Batch had the privilege of participating in an insightful industry session with Mr. Niten Singh, Sr. Manager at Lupin India Pvt. Ltd. Mr. Singh, an esteemed alumnus from the pioneering PGDBA batch, brings over 11 years of rich experience in the Data Science and Analytics domain. During the session, Mr. Singh shared an engaging account of his career trajectory, both before and after his PGDBA journey. He elaborated on his notable career milestones, entrepreneurial ventures, and provided a fascinating glimpse into the evolving landscape of the analytics industry. |
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The first alumni session was graced by Mr. Sajal Jain, Sr. Manager of Data Science at American Express, and the esteemed class representative of the very first PGDBA batch. With over 11 years of experience in the field, Mr. Jain offered a compelling overview of his professional journey. In his session, Mr. Jain delved into the intriguing projects he has been involved with at American Express, highlighting his work in fraud detection and credit risk modeling. His insights into these high-impact areas provided a valuable glimpse into the complexities and innovations driving the financial sector today. |
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The second alumni session was led by Mr. Subhodeep Dey, a distinguished member of the PGDBA’s 2nd batch, and currently serving as Deputy General Manager at Jio. With a rich and varied background in data science across multiple industries, as well as significant experience teaching on major EdTech platforms in India, Mr. Dey offered a wealth of knowledge to the new batch. In his address, Mr. Dey explored the evolving landscape of the data science industry, shedding light on how the expectations and skillsets for data scientists are continually shifting. His insights into the dynamic nature of the field were both enlightening and thought-provoking. Additionally, Mr. Dey provided valuable guidance on maximizing the effectiveness of their time during the course, offering practical advice on how to leverage their learning experience for future success. |
