AI tools, startup culture, social media advice, and rising MBA costs have made many students question one thing: Is an MBA still worth it in 2026?
In Part 2 of this conversation, Ankit Doshi sits down with Professor Amit Das from AMSoM (Ahmedabad School of Management) for a deep discussion on MBA careers, AI, leadership, long-term career growth, networking, Gen Z, placements, and what business schools should actually teach students today.
Professor Amit Das explains why MBA education is not just about placements or salary packages, but about building “human capital” - communication, judgment, resilience, leadership, teamwork, and long-term career durability.
The conversation also covers:
• MBA vs AI tools and automation
• Why students should stop optimizing only for CTC
• The real value of MBA networks
• Why your first job is rarely your dream job
• Career growth vs salary growth
• Gen Z, resilience, and post-COVID challenges
• Why companies should hire AMSoM students
• MBA internships, field projects & experiential learning
• Leadership, maturity, and people management
• Why long-term learning matters more than short-term trends
Professor Amit Das also shares stories from Tata Motors, IIM experiences, Singapore work culture, hiring philosophy, and what truly creates successful managers over a 25-year career.
This episode is especially useful for:
MBA aspirants, CAT students, Gen Z professionals, early-career employees, MBA applicants, startup professionals, and anyone thinking about career growth in the AI era.
To explore and apply for AMSoM’s MBA program, click here: https://cutt.ly/KtVroPbp