“INIZIO,” meaning initiation, served as the name for RCM’s PGDM Orientation Programme for the 2019–21 batch. RCM organised the programme from 24 to 27 July 2019. The gala four-day packed programme included a wide range of innovative activities, fun and games with management lessons, meticulously designed and coordinated by senior students and faculty.
Chairman Dr. Prabir Pal, Principal Dr. P. R. Majhi, Dean of MBA Dr. Subrat Mishra, Dean of PGDM Dr. Sanghmitra Pal, and Prof. (Dr.) Itishree Devi addressed the students and parents during the inaugural session.
The programme featured a film screening followed by a review of leadership and managerial lessons from the Mahabharata. The Communication Department conducted the session and shared practical management tips from Indian mythology.
Eminent soft-skills trainer Jasobant Narayan Singhlal conducted a session on ‘Personality Development, Professional Grooming & Corporate Etiquette.’
Students also participated in several department-led activities. The HR Department organised a Nukkad Natak. Meanwhile, the Marketing Department conducted an Ad-Mad show and a PowerPoint presentation on a market survey.Faculty members from the Finance Department also conducted a workshop. Senior PGDM students facilitated all major activities as mentors. Students and mentors of winning teams were suitably awarded with cash prizes.
The Orientation program concluded with a big bang-the Talent Hunt, wherein new students showcased their talents in different spheres like singing, dancing writing and reciting. Second-year students of PGDM also participated in this event. In short, the PGDM Orientation Programme was a memorable week of learning with fun and festivity for the newcomers.
MBA Orientation ‘IGNITE” at RCM
The Regional College of Management organised a 3-day long Orientation Program for MBA students. With a unique nomenclature “IGNITE”, the Orientation consisted of miscellaneous innovative leadership activities. With a healthy mix of both entertainment as well as learning, IGNITE offered a unique experience to the freshmen.
Prof. S R Mohapatra, Dean of Faculty Management, BPUT; Dr. Prabir Pal, Chairman RCM; Prof. Priti Ranjan Majhi, Principal; Prof. P K Tripathy, Dean of Research & IQAC; Prof. Sanghmitra Pal, Dean PGDM; and other distinguished guests graced the inaugural session.
Speaking on the occasion Prof (Dr) Mohapatra emphasized the importance of an MBA degree in identifying the strengths and overcoming weaknesses of students not only to be job seekers but also to be job creators. He added that the only way to enrich your personality is to inherit the trait of modesty.
Dr Pal highlighted the merits of an elite institute like RCM. He said that RCM’s vision is a passion for innovative education where preference is given more to teaching life skills. The institute emphasizes a holistic approach to making students corporate-ready. Dr P R Majhi observed that our objective is to “identify goals and adopt innovative methods for transforming education.” A vote of Thanks was proposed by Prof L N D Panda.
The students’ activities included motivational videos, followed by ice-breaking sessions and leadership and managerial lessons by the Communication Department. Students also participated in several department-led activities. The Marketing Department organised product marketing activities and puzzles. The HR Department provided insights into HR perspectives through role-play activities. Meanwhile, the Finance Department conducted a session on career prospects in finance. Senior MBA students coordinated all major activities as facilitators.
Organisers awarded suitable prizes to the students and facilitators of the winning teams. The show ended with the flying of hot air balloons high up into the sky by students as a symbolic representation of ‘aspiring to reach great heights of success’ in future.
BBA Orientation “NEOPHYTE-2K19”
RCM organised its fifth BBA orientation programme NEOPHYTE-2K19 from 26th Aug -28th Aug 2019.The inaugural session featured addresses from Chairman Dr. Prabir Pal, Principal Dr. Priti Ranjan Majhi, Head of BBA Prof. Nitu Dash, and Head of BCA Prof. Gopi Krishna Panda.
Dr. Prabir Pal said that RCM focuses on the learning index rather than the teaching index. This approach gives students a platform to stay updated with emerging trends in management studies.
Dr. Majhi encouraged students to follow the guidance of their faculty members and mentors. He highlighted their important role in shaping students’ careers and futures. Prof. Nitu Dash warmly welcomed the new batch of 2019. She wished the students an adventurous journey and a bright future at RCM. Prof. Susmita Das from the BBA Department delivered the vote of thanks.
The programme featured a variety of management games and interactive sessions between students and faculty.
It began with ice-breaking activities and engaging games such as Marble Ride and Passing the Ball. These activities introduced students to basic management and leadership concepts.
On the second day, eminent soft-skills trainer Mr. Jasobant Narayan Singhlal briefed students on professional etiquette and its importance for a successful career.
He spoke on the importance of individual grooming in order to match the skillset required for the corporate world. The 3 day gala ended with a talent hunt show which provided a platform for the newcomers to showcase their talent in different spheres like dancing, singing, reciting, mimicry etc.
Bca Orientation Programme Spartans 5.0
The BCA Department at RCM organised its fifth orientation programme from 12 to 17 September 2019.
Distinguished guest Dr. Sunil Dhal from the Department of Computer Applications at Sri Lanka University, RCM Chairman Dr. Prabir Pal, Principal Dr. Priti Ranjan Majhi, Chief Speaker Prof. L. N. D. Panda, and Head of BCA Prof. Gopi Krishna Panda addressed the inaugural session.
Dr. Pal observed that, according to recent news published in The Times of India, IT-based roles account for the largest share of the four billion jobs created worldwide. Hence the huge demand for IT professionals.
So students pursuing higher studies in IT should remain updated with recent developments to keep abreast of the times and remain competitive.
Dr P R Majhi focussed on the facilities available on the campus; like excellent computer labs, digital library etc. and advised students to grab as much knowledge as possible from the technology-oriented course curriculum provided for them.
Addressing the students Dr Sunil Dhal said that it is very important for students to have a learning attitude if they seek to excel in a particular field. He spoke about innovations in the IT sector like big data analysis, cloud computing and machine learning and about the new research to develop emotional quotient in robots.
He concluded that multidimensional skills including good communication are imperative for survival in the professional world. Head of BCA, Prof. G. K. Panda, followed the session with some encouraging words. Prof. L. N. D. Panda then delivered the vote of thanks.
The 5-day medley included a quiz competition, exciting games like word guessing, balloon dropping, Sack & Lemon on Spoon, blowing cups, Dare Games, Treasure Hunt etc. The programme ended with a talent hunt show which provided students with an opportunity to showcase their unique talents.
