Two-Day Workshop on Education & Skill Development Conducted for Final-Year BBA, BCom and BCA Students

07 March 2026

A two-day workshop on “Education & Skill Development: Pathway to a Resilient Future” was organized by the Department of MBA, School of Business and Management, AIMIT Centre, St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), Mangaluru, at St Joseph’s College, Hassan. The workshop was conducted for the final-year BBA, BCom, and BCA students with the objective of equipping them with essential professional and financial skills for their future careers.

The sessions were led by eminent resource persons including Dr Rowena Wright, Associate Professor and former Dean, Dr Beena Dias, Associate Professor and HOD and Mr Pramodh D Souza, Ass. Professor.

Dr Rowena Wright conducted engaging sessions on “Personal Branding in the Digital Age” and “Professional Development: The Roadmap to Victory,” highlighting the importance of building a strong personal identity, developing professional competencies, and preparing for the demands of the modern workplace.

Dr Beena Dias delivered an insightful session on “Finance Essentials for Future Managers,” where she explained key financial concepts that every aspiring professional and manager should understand in order to make informed decisions in business and personal finance.

Mr Pramodh D Souza addressed the participants on “Fundamentals of Investing: Risk vs Return” and “Diversification of Portfolio.” His sessions introduced students to the basics of investment planning, risk management, and the significance of diversifying investments to achieve long-term financial stability.

The workshop provided students with practical knowledge and valuable insights into professional growth, financial literacy, and career readiness. The interactive sessions were well received by the students, making the programme a meaningful learning experience.

The event took place on 5th and 6th March 2026. Fr Olvin Veigas, SJ Faculty and Campus Animator at SJC coordinated the programme.