What Corporates Want?

INLEAD campus has been abuzz with excitement and nervous energy with a fresh batch of future industry leaders joining the ranks. Their first expert session was undertaken by Mr. Jayant K. Sood, Head – Corporate & Company Secretary, Indorama Synthetics (India) Limited addressing the perennial question – What the employers are looking for in a candidate when appearing for interview. All students at INLEAD from diverse backgrounds and locations are bound by the common aspiration of professional success and they will be facing their first internship interviews in a few months’ time. The session titled “Corporate expectations and Industry Orientation” addressed the same issue and witnessed an enthusiastic participation by the students.

Mr. Sood began the session by asking the students’ one simple question, “What do you want to be in life?” The hands raised were many, while some said a successful ‘Businessman’, others said ‘CEO’ and some said a ‘Global HR’. This is when Mr. Sood pointed out the need to have a clear goal in life in order to become a successful professional.  Along with having a clear goal, there is also a need to have a passion and zeal to work towards that particular goal.

‘Self-Belief’ was the keyword most used during the session. Mr. Sood enlightened the students that a strong belief in oneself is the mantra to survive this concrete ‘corporate jungle’.  According to him, one should never under estimate oneself and always work towards acquiring the numero uno spot. He also encouraged the students to expand their horizons and look beyond the obvious as there is a huge world out there beyond our senses.

Addressing the basic question that was circling every student’s mind, Mr. Sood shared some useful insights from his own experience. According to him, the secret to excel in an interview is to be well-informed about the company and the job-profile you’re applying for. Further, a well-groomed personality with excellent communication skills will help an individual excel over his contemporaries.

All in all, the session was very successful and informative and gave the students a brief preview of what the corporate world holds for them in the future.

“It was a very informative and deliberative session. I have a much clearer vision about my goal now,” said Ankit Kumar Shaw, International Business Management, Batch : April’15 MBA  (1st Year).

INLYMPICS 2015: Annual Sports Fete kick-off new energy amongst students!

“If I can turn back time,

I would love to be a student again,

I miss my friends a lot. I miss the fun.  I miss the life of being a student again…”

Reading these few lines must have given goose bumps to many of us. It’s only when we grow up we realize the real fun of being a student, of being a little immature, of being a little silly…

Well, who says Entering a College means an end to the fun part of life? Wrong, wrong…..

INLEAD very well understands that studying and fun go hand in hand because ‘All work and no Play would certainly make Jack a Dull boy’.

AT INLEAD, we organize sports fete each year, named INLYMPICS that not just celebrates fun, but also focus on incorporating the skills of team-building, strategic thinking and unleash sportsmanship amongst students.

INLYMPCS 2015, held on March 13, 2015, brought in some electrifying energy and action across the campus. The activity initiated with the distribution of students into various teams with bands of different colors - Red, Yellow, Blue, Green, Golden and Orange. The entire activity was categorized into rounds of three games like Blind Race, Arm Wrestling, Bull's eye, Hoopla, Dog and the bone, and Tug of war to name a few.

Students dressed in their best of track-suits and sneakers made the campus look all more lovely and vibrating. The adrenalin rush was quite visible while they shouted, screamed for their respective teams. A competitive activity though, students exhibited excellent teamwork and sportsmanship in INLYMPICS2015.

Not to miss are our activity organizers Anshika Srivastava, Mohd. Tanveer Alam, Rukmini Nair, Munmum Patowary, Gaurav Singhal, Mukul Bhardwaj and Abdul Majid who worked tirelessly along with the faculty to make the event a success. Another highlight of the event was a promotional counter set-up by the executives from Shopclick.com, an upcoming shopping portal to promote their business. The students got an opportunity to register themselves and leverage the benefits of online shopping through earned promotional vouchers.

And the winners, the Team Orange (Jyothi M, Vimal Raj John, Mudit Rana, Sriram Gaikwad, Navneet Kumar Yadav, Nikhil Mahajan, Dhananjay Kumar, Rajpal) and the Organizers were bestowed with prizes and certificates by Mr. Deepak Sharma, Dean, INLEAD. The event was drawn to culmination with distribution refreshments and drinks by team RedBull.

 And soon fun-filled INLYMPICS 2015 ended, creating plethora of memories for the years to come and wishing for a little more energy, a little more enthusiasm, a little more fun, a little more childishness in the coming years…

INLEADers are organizing #Ready4Winter – A Clothes Donation Drive

Every winter our underprivileged friends take shelter under flyovers, on footpaths, underpass, bus stops & train stations. They face harsh winters on the streets without even basic clothing.

But we can help!

As you unpack your winter grab, spare a thought, and a garment, for those who are not as fortunate. You can deposit the same at INLEAD campus on or before Friday, 5th December 2014.

You are welcome to join us in distributing the same on 11th December 2014. 

Share the message of #Ready4Winter and spread the warmth.

Ping us for any further queries / details.

EMPR Students Responsible for Event Operations at 'HUM HAIN Umeed-e-Kashmir'

The entertainment industry led by the Event and Entertainment Management Association (EEMA), the Film and Television Producers Guild and the global media conglomerate Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd.(ZEE)  initiated a fund-raiser campaign, “HUMHAIN Umeed-e-Kashmir" to raise funds and awareness for flood stricken Kashmir.

HUM HAIN Umeed-e-Kashmir attempts to work alongside several NGOs, Government Bodies, celebrities and civilians to give the cause a unified voice. The concert included a list of celebrity performers that appeal and urge viewers to donate to key NGOs and specified Disaster Relief Funds in support of the Kashmir relief project.

The campaign’s highlight was the creation of simultaneous live events on ground across New Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Jaipur on 18th October with the main event being held at the Indira Gandhi Stadium in New Delhi. INLEAD Event Management and Public Relations students were responsible for Event Operations and crowd management at the IGI stadium.

HUM HAIN-Umeed featured a veritable who’s who: Aamir Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Vishal Bhardwaj, Farhan Akhtar, Ranbir Kapoor, Gulzar, Ayushman Khurrana, Sukhwinder Singh, Pritam, Kavita Krishnamurthy, Anupam Kher, Imtiaz Ali, Mukesh Bhatt, Zaheer Khan, Virender Sehwag and many more.

INLEADers Participate in the 7th Edition of the Airtel Delhi Half Marathon 2014

On Sunday, 23^rd of November’14 the nation’s capital hosted the 7^th edition of the Airtel Delhi Half Marathon 2014 (ADHM). It was Delhi’s largest annual sporting festival.

Procam International announced a number of new initiatives and milestones for the race, making the 2014 edition a more superior running experience. Present at the event at Le Meridian, the Official Hospitality Partner, were representatives from sponsors and event partners.

32,450 individuals participated in Airtel Delhi Half Marathon 2014 on November 23. Paula Radcliffe, English long-distance runner and the current women’s world record holder in the marathon were the ‘Event Ambassador’ of Airtel Delhi Half Marathon 2014.

The DHL corporate champions had 160 teams, while the Great Delhi Run 18,200 entries. The Senior Citizens’ Run had 1,200 participants, and the Champions with Disability Event 220.

Students of INLEAD were responsible for event operations at the ADHM and they gained great exposure in terms of handling the overall operations of a large scale event like this.

The youngest of individual runners dedicated their time and effort into raising impressive sums were 15-year-old Wayne Andrady, a student of Mount St. Mary's, Delhi, apart from individuals such as Tamana Chona, winner of Dr. Batra's Positive Health Award, who despite her physical limitations is associated with NGO work in whatever capacity possible; business woman and fitness enthusiast Nalina Suresh, and model Sonalika Sahay.

ENT & Dental Camp conducted by Fortis Healthcare at INLEAD

Today, the 21st of November, students of INLEAD had an opportunity to get a Dental and an E.N.T Check-up by leading experts from Fortis Healthcare absolutely free. 

The camp was held in the premises of INLEAD wherein the students were examined for ENT, eye and dental health and were provided counselling. 

The camp was conducted with a help of Doctors, Dr. Atul Mittal – Director ENT and Dr. Rajni- Consultant Dental.  

The students were examined for various dental problems and were given instructions and were advised to maintain good oral hygiene. 

Event Management & PR Students Participate in the ' India Sports Expo 2014'

Sports is a multibillion dollar industry across the globe and a highly respected career option. Sports sector is developing in India and presents exciting career opportunity for youngsters aspiring to excel in sports and individuals associated with sports and allied services. Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports along with Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce &Industry (FICCI) will organize the first edition of India Sports Expo 2014 from 6-8 Nov, 2014 at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, New Delhi.

India Sports 2014 is not only a platform for the Indian Sports Industry to showcase their strength to the Indian and International Sports fraternity but also acts as a catalyst in promoting sports among the youth.

A wide spectrum of Sports Goods, Fitness Equipment, Sports shoes, apparel and Best Sports practices were demonstrated at the event. 

Students pursuing Event Management & Public Relations from INLEAD participated in the event, they were responsible for the overall operations held at the event and they gained great exposure towards the end of the event. 

INLEAD Extends a Warm Welcome to the New Batch of 2014

INLEAD welcomes the new batch of 2014 to the most significant phase of their academic journey.For many, it's the journey which will help them climb the latter to the corporate world. 

In order to acquaint the students with the institution, syllabus, faculty and environment, an in house orientation program was organized in the campus early this morning.

The faculty introduced themselves along with their subjects. Later, a campus visit was also organized for the students, to help them familiarize with the campus and the infrastructure that it offers. The new batch consists of students from diverse backgrounds looking for a bright career in the various sectors.

Post the introduction round, the discussion was left open for all the student to ask any questions if the wanted to. 

Your journey has begun, all the best students :)

Dr. Gaurav Thukral - Vice President & Head Business Development, Health Care at Home India Pvt. Ltd @ INLEAD

On 20th October, we had Dr.Gaurav Thukral, Vice President & Head Business Development, Health Care at Home India Pvt. Ltd. speak on Home Based Healthcare.

He addressed students pursuing Healthcare Administration from INLEAD. 

Dr. Thukral discussed with the students the importance of home based healthcare and said that the aim of home based healthcare is to bring quality healthcare along with comfort and convenience to the patient right at their doorstep.

It was an insightful session for the Healthcare Administration students, it helped them broaden their vision and gain better understanding of the industry. 

INLEADers Participate in 'Hum Hain Umeed-e-Kashmir' at IGI Indoor Stadium, Delhi

The entertainment industry led by the Event and Entertainment Management Association (EEMA), the Film and Television Producers Guild and the global media conglomerate Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd.(ZEE)has initiated a fund-raiser campaign, "HUMHAIN" Umeed-e-Kashmir" to raise funds and awareness for flood stricken Kashmir. The recent floods in Kashmir have devastated and unhinged the lives of many leaving many casualties and loss of homes, property and livelihoods in its wake.

HUM HAIN Umeed-e-Kashmir will strive to work alongside several NGOs, Government Bodies, celebrities and civilians to give the cause a unified voice. The concert will include a list of celebrity performers will appeal and urge viewers to donate to key NGOs and specified Disaster Relief Funds in support of the Kashmir relief project. 

Students pursuing Event Management & Public Relations from INLEAD, Batch: Jul’13 & Jul’14 participated in the event and were responsible for the Event Operations. Event Management and PR Students gained great exposure.

On 18th October, HUM HAIN-Umeed e Kashmir was hosted at the Indira Gandhi Indoor stadium in Delhi and featured a veritable who’s who: Aamir Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Vishal Bhardwaj, Farhan Akhtar, Ranbir Kapoor, Gulzar, Ayushman Khurrana,  Sukhwinder Singh, Pritam, Kavita Krishnamurthy, Anupam Kher, Imtiaz Ali, Mukesh Bhatt, Zaheer Khan, Virender Sehwag and many more. 

EMPR Students Participate in Direct Dil Se: LIVE Concert by Lucky Ali @ Kingdom of Dreams, Gurgaon

Direct Dil Se' is a festival with the effort of Alok Nagpal of Rock Castle Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. The first edition of the festival in the year 2013 featured best of the Artist from India 

The festival retains its promise to connect hearts with most soulful voices ever heard in our country. Featuring the evergreen "LUCKY ALI" the man who has won hearts all over the world with his husky voice. Lucky's music is the reflection of his love for pure music which is inspired by his travelling stories, his work experiences in the oil rigs, Horse Farming and many more across the world.

Students pursuing Event Management & Public Relations were responsible for event operations and production at Kingdom of Dreams, India’s one and only live entertainment destination which celebrated the onset of the festive season with the second edition of Direct Dil Se concert on 27th September 2014. The Direct Dil Se concert celebrating the World Heart Day will set the tone for the Music Festival Season, as numerous others will follow it. 

Retaining its promise to connect hearts with the most soulful voices ever heard in India and across the globe the musical bonanza will bring together artistes Lucky Ali, Kutle Khan & Dhruv Sufi (Coke Studio) and Ashish Chauhan & Gurdeep Mehendi (Fox Traveller Artist) in a musical revelry that promises to be a memorable and unforgettable evening! Lucky Ali, actor, singer-songwriter, musician, composer, record producer and a philanthropist will weave magic with his ballads sung in a silken voice and soft tenor.

Kutle Khan a Coke Studio artiste and a versatile composer, multi-instrumentalist and vocalist from the rich and vibrant state of Rajasthan will enthrall the audience with his music full of energy and verve, where he fuses traditional folk sounds with other Indian and Western traditions.

Ashish Chauhan and Gurdeep Mehndi both will create new sounds with a variety of Musical Instruments while the classical knowledge and voice of Gurdeep will render their jugalbandi a totally new colour. The duo is famous for blending Western elements of Rock, Funk, Blues, Jazz with Sufi and Punjabi folk songs. They are known for their work on old and evergreen songs and presenting them in a totally new avatar! Their popular numbers like Jugni, Tutak Tutak, Dama Dam, Bulla and other Sufi and Punjabi and Hindi Folk songs will enrapture the listeners in an evening straight from the heart and mesmerising. 

A surfeit of music and fine artistes, all brought together on a magical and surreal evening in the mystical wonderland Kingdom of Dreams. As an unparalleled leisure destination Kingdom of Dreams continues to host gorgeous evenings of entertainment which are joyful and strike a powerful chord in the hearts and minds of its visitors! 

Direct Dil Se' The festival with a heart is the effort of Alok Nagpal of Rock Castle Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. The first edition of the festival in the year 2013 featured best of the Artist from India 
with names like Wadali Brothers, Mame Khan, Bobby Cash, Shibani Kashyap and more from Coke Studio fame across genres. 

INLEAD’S GOT TALENT 2014 - NAVRASA

INLEAD once again buzzed with some fantastic and cheerful moments at its annual function; INLEAD’S GOT TALENT which was held on 26^th September, 2014 at Epicenter, Gurgaon

The theme of IGT 2014 was NAVRASA, a dance musical illustration celebrating the nine shades of life. 

The preparations began almost a month and a half in advance, the level of enjoyment increased tremendously in the campus. Student pursuing  Event Management & Public Relations were responsible for the overall operations and in the production of the event, in return they gained great exposure in terms of stage set up, backstage operations, artist management so on and so forth.

INLEAD’S GOT TALENT is one such platform wherein students showcase their talent with great zeal. Each performance reflected different rasas as the theme suggested, giving life different hues and depicting various colours of life through acts. 

From shringara to hasya to bhibatsya to rowdra to shaanta to veera to bhaya and karuna to adbhuta all the 9 rasas were well enacted for the equally enthusiastic audience. AT IGT 2014 Students tried to bring a flavor of each of these nine rasas, explaining what each one means and presented it to you through some Indian art form.

The winners were then awarded with prizes by the esteemed jury. It was an extremely tough decision to choose who the winner was. The winners were elated. 

The students were then presented with the titles by the esteemed jury:

1) MR. INLEAD: Faraz Khan (International Hotel Management)
2) Ms. INLEAD: Rangoli Raheja (Event Management & Public Relations)

3) Mr. Popular: Rahul Malik (Event Management & Public Relations)

4) Ms. Popular:  Sanjana Mittal (Event Management & Public Relations)

5) Mr. Personality: Tarun Lochab (Event Management & Public Relations)

6) Miss Personality: Prerna Lama (International Hotel Management)

7)  Mr. Confident: Abhishek Rana (International Hotel Management)

8) Ms. Confident: Akanksha Chauhan (Event Management & Public Relations)

9) Best Smile – Female: Prachi Sakhlani (Event Management & Public Relations)

10) Best Smile: Mudit Rana (Event Management & Public Relations)

Great show INLEADers!

Why International Business Management?

If you are a graduate and want to enlarge your knowledge and develop professional skills related to international marketing, then an MBA in International Business Management or PGDM in International Business Management should be your pick.

We have compiled a few reasons as to why you should pursue International Business Management:

1. An opportunity to apply for work positions that are in demand; international management, international marketing management, international trade
2. Secondly, you as an individual will develop your entrepreneur abilities as you will have a better command of international business.
3. Thirdly, you will improve your communication skills while sharing your experiences in a multicultural environment. 
4. A degree in International Business Management will offer great opportunities in various multinational companies and institutions. 
5. You will grow professionally as well as personally due to acquisition of professional knowledge of our renowned faculty. 

INLEAD aims at: 

1. Providing high level education of the best quality.
2. Enabling students to understand the operations of markets in different international environments.
3. Providing strategic tools to implement international business strategy.

Know more about International Business Management click here.

All the best!

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Top 8 Reasons Why You Could be Rejected in a Job Interview

    We list few reasons why you could be rejected in a job interview.    

1. Your last tweet was in 2012: It’s better to use one network well and be engaged on it by sharing others content and posting your content, rather than have several accounts on several networks and not be active on any.
2. Only number on your resume is your phone number: from your work to you as a person is measurable nowadays, your resume should include quantifiable metric to show your performance.
3. Applying for Several Positions in one team: Being eager to join a company is a good sign but applying for all the openings in a particular organization is not a positive sign. Play it cool, but not too cool.
4. Tailored Cover Letters & Resumes: Often cover letters and resumes get addressed to the wrong people, several times people applying for jobs forget to edit the subject line, this is something which clearly isn’t acceptable by the hiring managers.
5. Unrealistic Salary Expectations: Avoid quoting unrealistic salary expectations. Do a research and find out the salary range that people of similar jobs like you get paid.
6. Your resume is not keyword rich: A company usually receives high volumes of resume; hence every resume is scanned thoroughly. Read through the JD (Job Description) carefully & craft resume accordingly ensuring getting pass through in the scanning of the interview.
7. You didn't follow up: After you have sent in your resume, you need to follow up with the HR Manager. According to a survey conducted 86% of executives said job seekers should contact a hiring manager within two weeks of sending a resume and cover letter. Often a brief phone call or e-mail reasserting your interest in the position and strong qualifications is important.
8. Don’t believe in the concept of arriving ‘fashionably late’ for an interview: A study was conducted and it says a candidate has to be only 15 minutes late to be disqualified for the position for which he has appeared for in an interview. Avoid being late, respect time and reach well in advance. 

     All the best!

Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi - The New Management Guru

The Modi wave had cast a spell on India, sweeping the nation in awe of the management techniques undertaken by Modi that led to his success. Let us go through few of the management lessons one should learn from NaMo.

Narendra Modi, with his impeccable win in these elections has demonstrated skills that should be embodied in every working professional. His strategic moves have given the other parties a run for their money. Modi had hypnotized the nation with his flawless marketing strategy and created history by coming to power with a landslide victory. He struck the right cord with the right people at the right time, a time when the nation was ailing from the huge financial crisis. His election agendacan prove to be a very good case study for management professionals. It displayed numerous management skills that are worth sharing. Few of them are listed below-

Branding

He is neither the marketing guru nor is he well versed with the management models, yet he has managed to nail the basics of all management theories starting from creating  brand awareness to defining brand purpose to gathering brand response and to building brand advocates.NaMo has taken down the nation with his branding and the connect it had established with the citizens. More than being a BJP win it was being termed as a victory of theNaMo brand. He had an optimistic outlook all through the campaign, though it was perceived as arrogance and over confidence but he didn’t care about what others had to say he moved ahead the way he wanted to. He had a vision and he made sure it turned into a reality.

Marketing Strategy

He understood the consumer insights, their needs, their demands, their grievances, their anger and then formulated his campaign which was the highlight of his marketing strategy. Modi hired the best minds on board to formulate his campaign. Ad gurus Sam Balsara, Prasoon Joshi and Piyush Pandey helmed the mind boggling Modi Campaign. Next in line were of course the slogans ‘Ab ki baar Modi Sarkar’ and ‘Acche Din Aane waale Hai’ that went on to become the chants of the nation. He brought together the perfect team who worked day in and day out to lay the foundation for his success. These coupled with the right mode of communications lead to his great win.

Timing

Modi began his campaign at a time when inflation was digging a hole in the common man’s pocket. The ad campaigns and the promotional activities like Chai Pe Charcha and 3D hologram speeches undertaken by Modi helped him connect to a huge segment of the audience. By the time of the elections, Modi had met about 230 million voters which accounted to about 30% of the total voter population. He repackaged himself in the perfect manner at the perfect time and then sold himself to the country which worked like a charm.

Leadership

While the others were struggling to come up with a name to represent their parties, Modi came out in the open and declared his candidature for the post of the PM of India. He never hesitated in speaking about his role and the measures he would take for the betterment of the nation. He interacted with the citizens of India assuring them a good leader for India. The way he stepped up and undertook the responsibility for his party should be a lesson for all the others who were just waiting to pick him apart. He learnt from the then ruling party’s mistakes and hit the audience with his new approach and fresh ideas when the iron was hot.

Social Media Management

Social Media is the biggest marketing tool these days. It is quick, interactive and has a vast reach, Modi identified the benefits and jumped into the ground with his strongest weapon. He interacted with the younger generations through these social media channels and cashed on the benefits in the forms of votes. Modi had planned out the election in a very systematic manner. He made it a point to reach out to each and every segment of the society especially the youth, the future of the nation.  Modi's social media campaigning was very strong which was revealed in the India Today Survey that stated that the internet had become saffron during the elections. Whether Twitter or Facebook, NaMo was trending on both the platforms. His communication strategy was the highlight of his victory in the General Elections 2014.

Source: www.htcampus.com

INLEADers Attend the WorldDidac India 2014 at Pragati Maidan, Delhi

Worlddidac  is the largest international exhibition for educational products and solutions in Asia Pacific region. 

What is Worlddidac India?

Worlddidac India (WDI) is India's only annual event dedicated to the Education & Training Industry. WDI is a global showcase of latest & innovative technology, modern instruments, infrastructure, supplies & training solutions, inventive materials, latest methodology, contemporary educational advances & services that aid and fuel learning, teaching and skill improvement.

The Asian Summit on Education & Skills 2014 was held concurrently with WDI from 10-12th September 2014. The summit is partnered by The Education World Forum, supported by the British Council and co-partnered by British Educational Suppliers Association (BESA), the organizers of Education World Forum (EWF). ASES shall bring together renowned leaders from India and other Asian & Developing countries, along with eminent representatives from across the globe to create an unparalleled platform for exchange of dialogues on education & skill policy and implementation practices.

Live Interactive Workshops (powered by India Didactics Association) will be held at the World Didac India Exhibition in New Delhi, with the objective of empowering teachers and trainers on various advancements in the education & training sector.

Students pursuing Event Management & Public Relations from INLEAD were responsible for the event operations and production.

The students had a great learning experience. 

Keep watching this space for more updates on industry visits, career seminars & event participation.