Alumni Panel Discussion Enlightens MBA Students at SCMS-PG Dayananda Sagar University

The School of Commerce and Management Studies (PG), Dayananda Sagar University (DSU), organized an insightful Alumni Panel Discussion for MBA 2025–2027 students on 27th September 2025. The session aimed to bridge academic learning with real-world corporate exposure. As per Dean- SCMS, Prof. Capt. Nagaraj Subbarao, PhD, alumni interactions are crucial for new MBA students as they offer invaluable mentorship, career guidance, access to professional networks, and insights into industry trends and the specific program. These relationships provide practical advice on navigating the MBA journey and career transitions, help students secure internships and jobs, and give a deeper understanding of the "insider experience" that isn't available online. The discussion was moderated by Mr. P.N. Jairam, renowned Management Consultant, who guided the engaging conversation among panelists and students. The alumni panel featured Ms. Utpreksha Giri, Assistant System Analyst at TCS, and Ms. Nisarga R, Project Management Consultant at KPMG Global Services. Both alumni shared their professional journeys, emphasizing workplace adaptability, networking strategies, and the importance of continuous learning in shaping successful careers.

Announcement & Schedule of Alumni Excellence Awards 2025 - "Inspire to Aspire"

Greetings from Alumni Council of Dayananda Sagar University!

With due respect, DSUAC takes this opportunity to invite you to the Alumni Excellence Awards 2025 - "Inspire to Aspire" scheduled on Saturday, 30th August 2025 at DSU Main Campus (Harohalli) @11 AM onwards.

This event is a celebration of the remarkable achievements of our alumni and an opportunity to strengthen the bond between our alumni community and the University. We warmly request your gracious presence which will add immense value to this prestigious event.

Please find the attached brochure and detailed agenda of the event for your kind consideration.

Entrepreneurship Opportunities and Challenges in Contemporary World

Saturday, 30th November, 2024, 11AM-12PM

The School of Commerce and Management Studies (SCMS) at Dayananda Sagar University organized an insightful alumni talk on 30th November 2024, focusing on the topic "Entrepreneurship Opportunities and Challenges in Contemporary World " The session featured our esteemed alumni, Mr. Akshay N S, who is currently a Vice president in Wizzy Box Pvt. Ltd.

Akshay N.S. provided valuable insights into the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship, focusing on emerging opportunities in technology-driven markets and the critical challenges that aspiring entrepreneurs face today. He emphasized the importance of innovation, adaptability, and resilience in navigating a rapidly changing global economy.

The talk also included practical advice on identifying market gaps, building a strong team, and leveraging technological advancements to create sustainable business models. The session concluded with an interactive Q&A, where students actively participated, seeking guidance on entrepreneurial ventures and strategies.

The event was highly beneficial for students, inspiring them to explore the entrepreneurial journey with confidence and informed perspectives.

We thank our Dean, Prof. Capt. Nagaraj Subbarao, PhD for nurturing the idea of life long relationship of student with the institute through these Alumni talks.

From Data to Strategy: Transforming Insights into Business Value

Friday 18th July, 2024, 11AM-12PM

The School of Commerce and Management Studies (SCMS) at Dayananda Sagar University organized an insightful alumni talk on 18th July 2024, focusing on the topic "From Data to Strategy: Transforming Insights into Business Value." The session featured two esteemed alumni, Ms. Pratheeksha Prakash and Ms. Gaganashree A, both serving as Scientific Assistants at Paessler Solutions.

The talk began with a warm welcome from the event organizers, who emphasized the importance of alumni engagement and the value such interactions bring to current students. Ms. Pratheeksha Prakash initiated the session by discussing the fundamental role of data in today's business landscape. She highlighted how data collection, analysis, and interpretation are critical for making informed strategic decisions. Her presentation included real-world examples of how businesses have successfully transformed raw data into actionable insights, leading to significant improvements in their operations and market positioning.

Following this, Ms. Gaganashree A delved into the practical aspects of implementing data-driven strategies. She shared her experiences working on the Network Analysis Intelligence Tool (NAIT) project at Paessler Solutions, illustrating how data analytics can drive innovation and efficiency within an organization. Ms. Gaganashree emphasized the importance of aligning data strategies with business objectives to maximize value creation. Her insights into the challenges and solutions encountered in the field provided valuable lessons for aspiring business analysts and strategists.

The interactive session concluded with a lively Q&A segment, where students and faculty had the opportunity to engage with the speakers.

We thank our Dean, Prof. Capt. Nagaraj Subbarao, PhD for nurturing the idea of life long relationship of student with the institute through these Alumni talks.

Alumni Talk – Samwad

Friday 30th March, 2024, 11AM-12PM

The School of Commerce and Management Studies (SCMS) of Dayananda Sagar University recently organized an Alumni Talk focused on "How to leverage Online Platforms for the Career Growth” The event aimed to provide students with valuable insights into the effective use of online platforms like social media sites, Job portals for career growth. The talk also provided insights on avoiding the scams related to job and online courses. Recent trends in technology like AI, ML Cybersecurity, are also discussed in the talk.

The distinguished resource persons for the talk were Ms. Samriddhi Singh, who is Graphic Software Engineer at UST and Executive MBA from SCMS-DSU

The event coordination was overseen by Prof. Navita Vijay, Assistant Professor, SCMS-DSU. Her efforts in organizing and facilitating the talk ensured the success of the event.

The event successfully bridged the gap between academia and industry by providing students with practical insights and perspectives from accomplished alumni. Such initiatives play a crucial role in preparing students for the challenges and opportunities in the fast-paced world of digital business.

We thank our Dean, Prof. Capt. Nagaraj Subbarao, PhD for nurturing the idea of life long relationship of student with the institute through these Alumni talks.

Alumni Talk On – Skills for Digital Business

Friday 22nd December, 2023, 3 PM- 4.30 PM

The School of Commerce and Management Studies (SCMS) of Dayananda Sagar University recently organized an Alumni Talk focused on "Skills for Digital Business." The event aimed to provide students with valuable insights into the rapidly evolving landscape of digital business and the essential skills required for success in this dynamic field.

The distinguished resource persons for the talk were Ms. Sabiha Tameem, a highly esteemed alumna and accomplished Chatbot Developer, and Mr. Chandra Prakash Jha, Manager at Paessler Solutions India.

The seamless coordination of the event was overseen by Dr. Padmalata, a distinguished Professor at SCMS DSU. Her efforts in organizing and facilitating the talk ensured the success of the event.

The event successfully bridged the gap between academia and industry by providing students with practical insights and perspectives from accomplished alumni. Such initiatives play a crucial role in preparing students for the challenges and opportunities in the fast-paced world of digital business.

We thank our Dean, Prof. Capt. Nagaraj Subbarao, PhD for nurturing the idea of life long relationship of student with the institute through these Alumni talks.

Report Of Alumni Guest Session

Alumni Talk - SAMWAD

Alumni Guest Talk. The event was organized with aim of foster interaction between current students and distinguished alumni of our institution that is Mr. Ashil Thomas and Ms. Apoorva Krishnamurthy. Who graduated from our institution in 2022 and has since achieved remarkable success in their career. The event was started with welcome speech by Chandana. And introduction of Ashil was done by Sahitya S Patil, then the session was taken by Ashil Thomas. The talk revolved around the theme of Digital Marketing which is highly relevant and insightful regarding courses, Personality Development, Digital Era for current student.

Further, Introduction of Apoorva Krishnamurthy was done by Chandana. The session was taken by Apoorva the talk revolved around the theme of Finance and Analytics. Gave the insights on Analytical Tools, Specialization and analytical view over Corporate. At end the felicitation was done by Dr. Padmalatha and Dr. Suresh with Faculty Co-ordinator of Alumni Prof. Navita Vijay.