Student Industry Interface on "Career Prospects in Financial Sector"

The School of Management and Commerce, Brainware University organised a Webinar on “Student Industry Interface on Career Prospects in Financial Sector” on the 2nd August 2020 for students looking to test the waters of the financial sector. Our eminent speaker, Mr. Bhupesh Luthra (Cluster Head (SME Leading), ECL Finance Ltd.) talked at length about the different opportunities available for students in the post-Covid Finance world and how to master interview preparation. Digital is the latest trend as the industry starts relying more on artificial intelligence and data mining for predicting consumer and business patterns.

Webinar on “Discovering Research Problems in Management and Social Science”

To improve the standard of innovation and research in our university, the Department of Management and Commerce conducted a webinar on “Discovering Research Problems in Management and Social Science” on 6 August 2020. Professor Arup Barman (Department of Business Administration, Assam University, Silchar & Amb. Global Academy of Human Excellence (GAHE) helped the participants chalk out a solid research plan. He specified the different ways of handling and framing a research problem and even gave some tips to make data management and collection more effective.

Webinar on Student Industry Interface On Game Plans of Telecom and FMCG Companies on the Selling & Distribution Frontline

Our webinar on “Student Industry Interface On Game Plans of Telecom and FMCG Companies on the Selling & Distribution Frontline” was jointly organized by The School of Management and Commerce, Brainware University and Brainware Group of Institutions on 8 August 2020 to answer all such queries and learn about sales management in tough times. Our guest speaker Ms. Sanchita Sinha (Senior Sales Executive, Nestlé India LTD) shared how companies are capitalizing on digital marketing to increase sales and ensure cashless transactions. Priceless management tricks were shared that they need to know to make it big in the corporate sector.

Webinar on “Lhotse Expedition”

Life's a climb, a landscape no less interesting than the most rugged mountains. To motivate students and guide them, the Central Library and Internal Quality Assurance Cell, Brainware University and Bengal Library Association jointly organised a webinar on “Lhotse Expedition” on 9 August 2020. Mr Debasish Biswas (Deputy Commissioner, Income Tax Department, Govt. of India), a man who can’t resist the call of the mountains. It was fascinating to hear his stories about the different expeditions and challenges. The beautiful photographs of mountain-scrapes added to the charm of the conversation.

A Webinar on Trends in 2D Animation Post Covid

To help our students navigate the pitfalls of the post-Covid job market the Department of Multimedia in association in the Department of Campus to Corporate, Brainware University organized a webinar on “Trends in 2D Animation Post Covid” on 14 August 2020. From Disney to The Simpsons, 2D Animation has been a constant in this sector but will that change with the pandemic? Not anytime soon, says our guests. Our experts Mr. Collin Cornelio (Assistant General Manager-HR, Cosmos Maya) and Mr. Shoubhik Bhattacharya (Animation Mentor, Film Designer) shared their insights and reassured students that if they create a smart portfolio of skills, they can easily bag their dream jobs. Students were glad to receive invaluable assistance from their industry role models.

Webinar on “Career Objective & Job Opportunities of IT & Computer Science Students”

Eminent expert Ms. Sagorika Sanyal (Vice President, Talent Acquisition & Management, InSync Solutions) was invited to share her industry secrets on how to bag that dream IT job in the post-COVID market. New digital jobs like robotics, biometrics, and serverless computing are emerging and Ms. Sanyal guided the students on how to upgrade their skill sets and be a step ahead of the rest.

Webinar on “Impact of COVID-19 on Environmental Issues”

Has Nature really recovered due to the global lockdown or there is another side to this story? This particular question was discussed in the Webinar where Mr. Dr. Bhupal Bhattacharya spoke about the possibilities of legally reducing the environmental impacts once the lockdown lifts. “There will be a drastic increase in pollution once the lockdown lifts and we need to be ready to handle it”.

A Webinar on “Sound Designing and Job Prospects in Cinema”

To make students aware of sound designing and its career opportunities, The Department of Multimedia invited Mr. Pankaj Seal (Associate Professor, SRFTI) as the guest speaker for the webinar on “Sound Designing and Job Prospects in Cinema''. Who better to guide our students than a man who can hear the very heartbeat of cinema and has created magic in films such as Suraj Ka Satvan Ghoda and Sanshodhan. It was a treat to hear him recount his own experiences and share how it all works behind the scenes. From sound script designing to pre and post production, it truly is an art that adds an extra dimension to the cinematic experience.

Virtual technical training series on “Interview Preparedness”

The Department of Computational Science, Brainware University in collaboration with Cognizant Technology Solutions organised a virtual technical training series to guide the students through the perfect interview preparation process. Guest experts Mr. Sudip Dasgupta (Associate Director- Delivery, Cognizant Technology Solutions) and Mr. Sourav Majumdar (Senior Manager- Projects, Cognizant Technology Solutions) discussed in details about the key skills needed to crack the toughest interviews.

Webinar series on “Career Objective & Job Opportunities of IT & Computer Science Students”

Brainware University presented the students aspiring for IT and Computer science jobs, with a golden chance to open the doorway to their dream careers. In this two-day long webinar series our guest speakers Mr. Abhishek Ghosh (Lead Consultant, Wipro Technologies) and Mr. Shamik Halder (General Manager, Ericsson Global India PVT LTD) discussed the latest IT trends like Big Data and Robotic Process Automation to ensure that the students can master their IT skills in a post-pandemic job market.

Opportunities in skill development for a dream career: Student Industry Interface on “Career Lookout as a Data Analyst”

Data Science is taking over the Corporate World! To give our students’ expert advice the School of Management and Commerce, Brainware University organized a Webinar on Student Industry Interface on ‘Career Lookout as a Data Analyst' on 31 July 2020. Our guest speaker, Mr. Basudev Panda (Senior Data Science Professional, DXC Technology) made students aware of the current market scenario. Software knowledge required is easily attainable and can be specialized according to one’s domain.

A webinar on “VFX and Job Prospects”

The Department of Multimedia arranged a wonderful chance to know about VFX and current job opportunities in this artistic field. A webinar on “VFX and Job Prospects” on 29 August 2020 at 5 PM and pick up invaluable information from our guest speaker Mr. Sankara Subramanian. (2D supervisor at BOT VFX, Visual Effects Artist having 15 years of professional experience in Feature Films, Commercials/TV).

Webinar on “Dr. Harinath De, the first Indian Librarian of the Imperial Library"

Bengal has a rich history that is often left unexplored. The Central Library, Brainware University and the Library of BGI-SDET jointly organized a Webinar on “Dr. Harinath De, the first Indian Librarian of the Imperial Library". Our guest speaker Dr. Partha Sarathi Das (Asst. Librarian & Information Officer, National Library of India, Ministry of Culture, Govt. of India) explained how Dr. Harinath De came to be appointed as the first Indian librarian and how that completely changed the profession. History is made in moments like these when someone takes the first step. Through this webinar we got to stop for a moment and learn about our roots.

Webinar Series 2020: Dictionary and Rabindranath Tagore

The history of the Bengali dictionary is just as fascinating as our rich culture remains the beating heart of both West Bengal and Bangladesh. In order to extend the light of knowledge to different regions of Bengal and our neighbouring country Bangladesh the Central Library of Brainware University and Brainware Group of Institutions jointly organized a Webinar on Dictionary and Rabindranath Tagore on 31 August, 2020. Dr. Asitava Das, (Librarian, Kalyani University) & Mr. Prodosh Kumar Bagchi (Librarian, Muzaffar Ahmed Pathagar) had a lively discussion on the origins of Bengali dictionary and the contribution of Rabindranath Tagore. It was a fascinating experience to turn back the pages and lot at a story that is our own.

Webinar on "Impact of COVID-19 on Environmental Issues"

For the first time in decades, pollution has fallen drastically and water quality in rivers and canals are the best they have been in a long time. The Department of Law, Brainware University organized a webinar on “Impact of COVID-19 on Environmental Issues” on 17 August 2020. Our guest speaker Dr. Bhupal Bhattacharya (Asst. Professor, Department of Law, Raiganj University) explained the widespread positive impact of the worldwide lockdown on air and water quality. However, he warned that the sudden increase in pollution levels and improper disposal of massive medical waste might pose a very dangerous risk in the future. Proper legal restrictions have to be put in place to make sure that safety is maintained.

Observing Independence Day at the Brainware Campus

After the devastating aftermath of the super-cyclone Amphan in our green campus, tree planting was on the top of our priority list. Hence on the event of India’s 74th Independence Day, after the flag hoisting a tree planting ceremony was observed. At least 240 saplings were planted, most of which were medicinal and fruit-bearing plants like clove, cinnamon, grapes to name a few. Post tree planting ceremony, ration kits were distributed among 400 neighborhoods underprivileged as a small gesture of support in the COVID 19 battle.

Adieu

They say every parting is a new beginning and a chance to grow anew. To honour our journey together and bid farewell to our outgoing students Brainware University organised a Virtual Farewell Programme. What a moment it was to watch our students ready to take on new roles. We have spent all these years preparing them for just this day but in our hearts, they will always be the fresh-faced kids we met on their first day of class. How time passes! The farewell was a chance for us all to remember the happy times and the unforgettable moments that we were blessed with. Our hearts were heavy but to make it fun for our students we arranged several interactive quizzes and award ceremonies. The students in turn surprised us with a drama and a video montage of their favourite memories in the campus. For years it had been their second home and now it was time to bid farewell. It truly did not feel like a goodbye though because no matter the distance as long as Brainware has a place in their hearts they will always remain our beloved students. As they set sail for brighter horizons, we hope the teachings of their alma mater remains an anchor to help ground them whenever needed. Congratulations to our students! May this new chapter of your life be filled with joy and laughter. We shall meet again.

“Hold fast to dreams, For if dreams die
Life is a broken-winged bird, That cannot fly.”

― Langston Hughes

Hence with a hopeful note Brainware University vows to continue its journey as a well-knit family.