PGDM Batch Commencement

PGDM 2023-25 Commencement Ceremony

Great Lakes Institute of Management, Gurgaon, conducted the Commencement Ceremony to welcome its 8th and largest ever cohort of the Post Graduate Diploma in Management (PGDM) on 13th July 2023. The ceremony was graced by Chief Guest Mr. Anup Jain, Managing Director - Orios Venture Partners, and speaker Ms.Lopamudra Banerjee - CHRO, Carrier Midea.

The event commenced with a welcome message by Dr. VP Singh - Director, PGDM. He congratulated the students for making it to the Great Lakes family and spoke on the importance of adding value to the ecosystem one exists in, by making significant contributions to it.

This was followed by an address from the Director, Dr. Debasish Sanyal. He motivated the students to learn, grow and add new skills to their portfolio while being optimistic throughout their journey. He said, “Great Lakes, Gurgaon, has something for all - from academics, social events to clubs and committees. Find a part of yourself through the platform we offer. Following the Great Lakes tradition of naming the batches after warriors and leaders, Dr. Sanyal revealed the batch name for the class of 2025 - the Mavericks.

The ongoing momentum was further powered by engaging sessions by Mr. Anup Jain and Ms. Lopamudra Banerjee. Addressing the Class of 2025, Mr. Anup Jain wished the students the best as they embark on this new journey of self-transformation. Drawing on his wealth of experience, he discussed how one should approach career decisions and provided profound insights into the art of decision-making. He said, “Failures are teachers and not setbacks. One should keep learning and reinventing in this dynamic VUCA world.”

Ms. Lopamudra Banerjee highlighted several crucial factors considered essential in the corporate world, including empathy, time management, adaptability, and gratitude. Sharing anecdotes and experiences from her own career and life, she extensively discussed each aspect, motivating the students to embark on their MBA journey with great enthusiasm.

The event was concluded by a vote of thanks from Dr. VP Singh. This marked the end of an energetic and inspiring commencement ceremony for the incoming students.

Associations

  • IIT Stuart School of Business
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  • BAUER
  • University of Bordeaux
  • HKUST
  • UMKC
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