It was not a long time ago when people questioned the relevance of the HR department in an organization. However, with the progression of time, businesses, as well as employees, have finally recognized the strategic value of HR in improving functions and relationships that help shape the workforce in the best interests of both employers and employees.
The emphasis on culture & fruitful workplace dynamics has only grown with the onset of the new normal. In a time when employee upskilling, maintaining an organization wide growth mindset & increasing workforce retention rates is of the highest importance, human resources are now the frontrunner irrespective of the industry.
ITC is back with its unique initiative ‘Interrobang?!’ that provides the premier technology and management institute an opportunity to engage with ITC through one of a kind interactive learning experience. You ask what an Interrobang is?
2020 has been a tough year, but it has once again proven to us the true extent of human adaptability. Despite the world having to isolate themselves, work has continued to happen. While many companies this year decided to cancel or defer internships promised to students, many others made good of their promise. Mahindra recognized the importance of internships for MBA students, and therefore quickly adapted their set processes to accommodate their interns, albeit virtually. Since most interns had already received their projects before the lockdown was imposed, these projects had to be modified based on limitations arising from a work-from-home setup.
‘‘We have modified our environment so radically that we must modify ourselves in order to exist in this new environment.’’ —Norbert Wiener, The Human Use of Human Beings This quote by the father of cybernetics sums up the challenges that we face today and what we must do to sustain and thrive in this pandemic. My summer internship, similar to most of my peers from the batch of 2021, seemed like a once in a century experience. Interning amidst the pandemic and the subsequent lockdown has been a revelation in its own right. In the next few paragraphs, I reflect upon my experience as an intern at Piramal Enterprises Limited.
Impressions for life at CitiBank
Every successful person will tell you that having a mentor can really benefit you. An industry professional who has been there and done that can give you valuable advice regarding your career decisions, guiding you towards your goals and success. From basic questions like how to prepare for interviews, to career advice on choosing a domain, switching jobs or industries, or even starting your own business, mentors can help you make your dreams a reality.
Maggi. Ghadi Detergent. Dairy Milk. Colgate. Nirma. Amul Butter. Parle G. Some famous brands that kids across India would know. These brands are stuck in our minds as funny ads, jingles, quirky statements or just 2 minute foods. But how did they begin? Who made these names iconic, household terms? The answer lies somewhere between strategy and marketing! If you’re an MBA aspirant or student interested in marketing, you would probably want to work on a brand such as this. You would essentially become a part of the FMCG story - enriching those household utility brands that we all know and love! In this article, meet some marketers who have contributed to the stories of famous, iconic or just daily FMCG brands. Find out what makes an FMCG career interesting. Is selling soaps, atta or noodles really a passion project? What rewards do you get as an FMCG marketer? This article provides you a glimpse. And a little something more. An opportunity to create your own marketing career! Check it out now!
It was not a long time ago when people questioned the relevance of the HR department in an organization. However, with the progression of time, businesses, as well as employees, have finally recognized the strategic value of HR in improving functions and relationships that help shape the workforce in the best interests of both employers and employees.
The emphasis on culture & fruitful workplace dynamics has only grown with the onset of the new normal. In a time when employee upskilling, maintaining an organization wide growth mindset & increasing workforce retention rates is of the highest importance, human resources are now the frontrunner irrespective of the industry.
ITC is back with its unique initiative ‘Interrobang?!’ that provides the premier technology and management institute an opportunity to engage with ITC through one of a kind interactive learning experience. You ask what an Interrobang is?
2020 has been a tough year, but it has once again proven to us the true extent of human adaptability. Despite the world having to isolate themselves, work has continued to happen. While many companies this year decided to cancel or defer internships promised to students, many others made good of their promise. Mahindra recognized the importance of internships for MBA students, and therefore quickly adapted their set processes to accommodate their interns, albeit virtually. Since most interns had already received their projects before the lockdown was imposed, these projects had to be modified based on limitations arising from a work-from-home setup.
‘‘We have modified our environment so radically that we must modify ourselves in order to exist in this new environment.’’ —Norbert Wiener, The Human Use of Human Beings This quote by the father of cybernetics sums up the challenges that we face today and what we must do to sustain and thrive in this pandemic. My summer internship, similar to most of my peers from the batch of 2021, seemed like a once in a century experience. Interning amidst the pandemic and the subsequent lockdown has been a revelation in its own right. In the next few paragraphs, I reflect upon my experience as an intern at Piramal Enterprises Limited.
Impressions for life at CitiBank
Every successful person will tell you that having a mentor can really benefit you. An industry professional who has been there and done that can give you valuable advice regarding your career decisions, guiding you towards your goals and success. From basic questions like how to prepare for interviews, to career advice on choosing a domain, switching jobs or industries, or even starting your own business, mentors can help you make your dreams a reality.
Maggi. Ghadi Detergent. Dairy Milk. Colgate. Nirma. Amul Butter. Parle G. Some famous brands that kids across India would know. These brands are stuck in our minds as funny ads, jingles, quirky statements or just 2 minute foods. But how did they begin? Who made these names iconic, household terms? The answer lies somewhere between strategy and marketing! If you’re an MBA aspirant or student interested in marketing, you would probably want to work on a brand such as this. You would essentially become a part of the FMCG story - enriching those household utility brands that we all know and love! In this article, meet some marketers who have contributed to the stories of famous, iconic or just daily FMCG brands. Find out what makes an FMCG career interesting. Is selling soaps, atta or noodles really a passion project? What rewards do you get as an FMCG marketer? This article provides you a glimpse. And a little something more. An opportunity to create your own marketing career! Check it out now!
