Guest Lecture 2526

Insightful Session by Mr. Bharath Rathore on Wealth Management

On July 8, 2025, SDMIMD had the privilege of hosting Mr. Bharath Rathore, Executive Director at Anand Rathi, for an insightful session on Wealth Management and Industry Expectations. The session offered a deep dive into the fundamentals of wealth management, highlighting the importance of setting, implementing, and monitoring financial goals. Mr. Rathore emphasized critical aspects of financial planning, including inflation, budgeting, Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs), asset allocation, and the power of compound interest. He also introduced students to various asset classes such as equity, debt, commodities, and real estate, providing clarity on strategic financial decision-making.

The session also addressed the evolving expectations of the corporate world from B-school graduates. Mr. Rathore underlined the importance of strong analytical and numerical skills, effective communication, and awareness of current economic and geopolitical developments. He encouraged students to stay informed through financial platforms like The Economic Times and Moneycontrol, reinforcing the importance of industry readiness. The session served as a valuable learning experience, bridging academic knowledge with real-world insights.

A Session on ‘Entrepreneurship After MBA’

A session on ‘Entrepreneurship After MBA’ was organized on July 8, 2025, at SDMIMD as part of the Orientation Program for the PGDM Batch 2025–27. Mr. Chandu Nair, an angel investor and startup advisor, was the resource person for the session.

In his talk, Mr. Nair focused on entrepreneurial possibilities as well as employability opportunities immediately after completing the postgraduate program. He guided students to have the confidence while choosing their career and the way they should shape their career.

Discussing the foundations of a successful career, Mr. Nair explained that if a person has a strong idea and clarity about the career they want to build, age becomes less significant. He highlighted that thorough knowledge of one’s goals, intelligence, and common sense are crucial in shaping a career. “Making decisions and ensuring they are right become important in creating a career,” Mr. Nair added.

Invited talk on Active Listening

As part of the Orientation Program for the PGDM 2025–2027 batch, a session on Active Listening was conducted on July 7, 2025.

The session was delivered by Ms. Sheethal Mohithe, a Consultant known for her engaging and impactful communication training. She emphasized the importance of active listening as a vital skill for future managers and leaders.

The interactive session helped students understand the role of attentive listening in building effective interpersonal relationships.The talk set the tone for self-awareness and communication-focused learning during the program.

Invited Talk on Operation Sindhoor and Opportunities for the Indian Defense Industry

As part of the Orientation Program for the PGDM Batch 2025–2027, an invited talk was organized on ‘Operation Sindhoor and Opportunities for the Indian Defence Industry’ by SDMIMD, Mysuru. Group Captain Dr. Vinay Vittal was the resource person for the session on July 7, 2025.

In his lecture, Dr. Vinay Vittal shared insights on Operation Sindhoor, a successful military operation by the Indian Armed Forces in response to the Pahalgam terror attack. He explained how this precision strike was executed by the Indian Air Force, with joint efforts from the Indian Army and Indian Navy.

Describing the strength of the Indian Air Force, Dr. Vittal shed light on the advanced techniques employed during Operation Sindhoor. He emphasized that “National security comes at a price” and highlighted how India’s advanced and multi-layered defence system transformed the nature of the operation.

While discussing opportunities in the Indian defence sector, Dr. Vittal elaborated on how Operation Sindhoor brought about significant changes in the import and export of defence materials. Most importantly, he emphasized how these military operations have reinforced the Make in India initiative.