Mr. Niyogi started off the lecture by reminiscing his time at VGSoM and spoke about, how VGSoM had played an important role in shaping his career. He spoke about his career progression over the years, from being a consultant at PWC to rising to the position of an MD at Accenture. He then on to speak about the different aspects of management like, Performance management, developing people and operating a business and laid emphasis on how each is responsible in shaping one’s career.
Mr. Niyogi faced a number of questions about consulting as a career. He spoke about what an average work day, is like in the life of a consultant. He then went to speak about the skills that one requires to be a consultant; he laid stress on the importance of soft skills and team work. He also spoke about the understanding of people dynamics and its importance in understanding social and behavioural patterns.
Moving on to the field of supply chain, Mr. Niyogi spoke about the SCORE model and its importance in demand forecasting and supply planning. He also spoke about the latest trends in the field of supply chain, the dynamic nature of supply chain and the changes in technology.
He concluded his lecture by advising the students to become more aware of themselves and their passion and interests. He also laid emphasis on the need for networking among the future managers. At the end of the 60 minutes session VGSoM students were left with a good number of key takeaways and even more points and ideas to research and ponder upon.
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