IIM Shillong - An Abode In The North-Eastern Region

IIM Shillong being in the terrain it is has put itself into a unique path of leading the region of northeast and help the states of seven sister to capitalize on the untapped talent and opportunities. Its various programmes such as CEDNER - Centre for Development of North Eastern Region, focuses on skill development and entrepreneurship for local communities. As I have formerly co-founded  and worked on a venture of my own before coming here , a different region altogether excites me to gain knowledge of the various aspects and opportunities in this region and how create and extend the ecosystem of self-employment and entrepreneurship in this region which can be a binding factor for the local communities with the rest of India. With Northeast development already a declared agenda of IIM Shillong, its various initiatives such as almost ten different courses for the local communities and even a six month certificate courses for local people open up the gateway for immense development for the communities here. And as for someone who wants to be in the position where one can contribute in policy makings in future, IIM Shillong has the perfect environment and pedagogy for students to learn and even interact with the environment here. IIM Shillong ’s fundamental course on sustainable development for its regular students is unique in its nature. So any student here will have a develop good managerial skills and also have a strong value system, all thanks to the unique curriculum of IIM Shillong.

ADITYA BRILA GROUP & THE COMPANY WHICH INTEREST ME THE MOST

Aditya Birla Group as a whole is one of the leading corporate groups of India. Aditya Birla Retail Limited is the leading retail arm of Aditya Birla Group. The company has already ventured into food and grocery retail sector. As Aditya Birla Retail already takes pride in its motto ‘Quality First’, it is the first mover in food and grocery retailer. Currently, its operational hypermarkets & supermarkets are one of the strongest chains in India. 523, is a staggering number of the operational supermarkets of Aditya Birla Group Retail. Own Brands are the power brands of ABRL which deliver world-class quality to discerning consumers. Clubmore is another great means for ABRL which creates a loyal customers base for ABRL and has already created 20 million members. Working in such an esteemed company and being a part of a leading corporate group will be a perfect launch pad for a marketing enthusiast.

SHUBHAM KAIN

PGP 1st YEAR

IIM-SHILLONG