Exploring Global Business: Alliance School of Business celebrates International Business Day 2023
October 20, 2023: International Business Day 2023 was a fascinating and instructive occasion that gave Alliance University third-semester BBA/BCOM students a rare chance to learn about various business cultures, global business trends, and entrepreneurial opportunities. The purpose of the event was to promote a deeper comprehension of the subtleties and complexity of global trade.
Took held at the Central Campus on October 13, 2023, with the subject "Exploring Global Business: Celebrating Diversity and Uniqueness," the event drew a crowd of passionate third-semester BBA/BCOM students. A lottery was used to assign each group of students a certain nation, guaranteeing a diverse representation of nations from various continents and socioeconomic backgrounds. Extensive study and presentations on diverse facets of global business were produced as a result of these projects.
A variety of presentation forms were used at the event, such as live demonstrations, interactive workshops, model exhibitions, poster presentations, video presentations, chart and graph showcases, simulation games, model exhibitions, and panel discussions. The International Business Day exhibition was intended to be interesting and educational for both the presenters and the audience, which is why a range of presenting techniques were used.
Over the course of three weeks, teams were evaluated by the relevant International Business Faculty using a standardized rubric that took into account presenting abilities, content quality, the use of visual aids, time management, teamwork, and overall performance. The following were the outcomes:
- Winners: Team Mexico (3C)
- Runners-up: Team UAE (3E)
- Second Runner-Up: Team South Africa (3A)
The main goals of International Business Day 2023 have been effectively met by improving students' abilities in a number of areas, including entrepreneurship, cultural appreciation, and first-rate networking opportunities. The occasion successfully highlighted cultural diversity and gave pupils insightful knowledge about the field of global commerce. The event's organizers wanted to express their profound gratitude to everyone who helped make it a success and look forward to carrying on this custom in the future to motivate the following generation of international business leaders.
Alliance University Facilitates Enlightening International Delegate Visits for ASOB
October 16, 2023: Six international delegates from various universities visited Alliance University on October 18, 2023, with the sincere objective of enabling students a gateway to a world of opportunities. They spoke to BBA and B.Tech students about the benefits and chances of studying abroad. Ninety-one students from business and engineering institutions attended the workshop.
The felicitation ceremony took place after a brief introduction of the delegates. The dean of the Alliance College of Engineering and Design, Reeba Korah, and the head of the Academy Alliance School of Business School, Dr. Abdul Hameed, presented the delegates with shawls as a gesture of appreciation and respect for putting their valuable time to attend the event. Each delegate gave a brief speech on their university, the programs it offers, and the support it would give to youngsters who are interested in pursuing higher education.
Students had the opportunity to have one-on-one conversations with the delegates about the courses they were interested in and the application procedure. The students received pamphlets and other gifts from the delegates' individual universities.
The delegates talked about the extent and growth of exchange programs with Alliance University with Sheela Thyagaraj, AVP, Graduate Recruitment and Institutional Partnerships, and Suman Nayak, Manager, College Counseling and Student Success. The delegates were presented with plant saplings as a token of gratitude.
Inauguration and Orientation Event for Alliance University's MBA September Batch of 2023: A Spectacular Commencement
September 5, 2023: The MBA September Batch of 2023 Inaugural and Orientation Event was a magnificent event that welcomed Alliance University's newest class of students in a mesmerizing spectacle. The celebration began with a charming lamp-lighting ceremony, which was honoured to have Dr. Sally Rumbles from the University of Portsmouth, UK, present. Her arrival signaled the start of an exciting journey for our future business leaders.
Dr. Ray Titus, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Incubation and Innovation) and Dean of the Alliance School of Business, gave a heartfelt welcome and opened the proceedings. Dr. Titus began by narrating the inspiring tale of P. Veeramuthuvel, the Chandrayaan 3 program director, and his stirring words, "If I can, anyone can." He greeted each and every one of the carefully chosen students for this program, stressing how Alliance University promotes unbounded potential, industry standards, and a dedication to greatness. Dr. Titus promised the new students that their trip would be transforming.
Alliance University Pro-Chancellor Abhay G. Chebbi stood up to give a motivational address. He started off by expressing his gratitude to the new class for selecting Alliance University as their academic home. In addition to highlighting the university's esteemed management rating among the top 100, Chebbi emphasized the vital role that the institution's committed faculty play in molding and developing students. He emphasized Alliance University's distinctive strategy of enlisting business leaders to provide students practical experience. Chebbi examined the fundamentals of leadership and entrepreneurship, illuminating the enterprising spirit and leadership traits required of those aspiring to positions of leadership.
Dr. Sally Rumbles, from the University of Portsmouth in the United Kingdom, gave a very inspiring speech to the newcomers. She urged them to be self-assured, voice their worries fearlessly, and welcome constructive criticism. Insights into the workings of the actual world were offered by Dr. Rumbles, who advised students to identify their USPs and use them as opportunities to make an impression. She emphasized the value of contribution and active engagement.
In closing, Dr. Rumbles advised students to take advantage of the many chances offered by Alliance University, a school committed to developing students into future real-world leaders.
The Central Library and IQAC of Alliance University Host a One-day Workshop on ‘Academic and Research Excellence and Strategies to Enhance Research Visibility, Citations and Impact
June 8, 2023: The Central Library and the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Alliance University organised a one-day session titled "Academic and Research Excellence: Strategies to Enhance Research Visibility, Citations, and Impact." This course was created especially for academic staff and research researchers with the goal of delivering insightful advice and useful tactics to advance their academic and research endeavours. Increasing research visibility, citations, and impact was the workshop's main focus. Dr Shubhra Dutta, Dr Subhasree Nag, and Dr Prakash I N served as the event's recognised resource persons. They are all renowned specialists in their fields. Dr Prakash I. N., the librarian at Alliance University, welcomed the resource people and participants during the workshop's opening session. Dr Anubha Singh, Vice-Chancellor of Alliance University, gave the keynote address that followed. In her speech, she emphasised the critical importance of academic and research excellence as well as the pressing need for researchers to increase the visibility and impact of their work.
A session by the librarian, who clarified the variety of library resources, services, and research assistance available to participants, completed the programme. The librarian provided views on the crucial need of utilising the library's broad resources and services to advance academic and research endeavours. An overview of the many resources, including physical collections, electronic books, academic journals, databases, and research tools, was covered in this session. The librarian also emphasised the numerous research aid options available, including help with literature searches, reference management systems, interlibrary loans, and document delivery services.
Global Leaders' Alliance Fellowship Programme Shortlisted for Times Higher Education Awards Asia 2023
June 8, 2023: The Global Leaders' Alliance (GLA) Fellowship programme, a project of Alliance University's Alliance School of Liberal Arts (ASLA), has been shortlisted for the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Awards Asia 2023 in the 'International Strategy of the Year category. There were approximately 700 submissions from 16 nations and territories, but only eight programmes were chosen for the shortlist. Anyone working in the field is qualified for THE AWARDS, which are commonly regarded as the "Oscars of higher education." The GLA Fellowship, which was established in 2022, intends to train exceptional young minds from all over the world to become leaders in a variety of professions. The diversity of the fellows' educational backgrounds, which range from economics to cultural studies, computer science to filmmaking, is used to the program's benefit because it is intrinsically "multi" and even "trans"-disciplinary in its approach. The primary premise of the programme is based on the idea that leaders cannot confine themselves to the niches of their chosen specialisation and must embrace the broadest views.
In essence, the GLA programme is one of the main forces behind redefining the university as a nexus of art, culture, and ideas. It is also at the forefront of a paradigmatic shift in the liberal arts landscape in India. The second iteration of the programme is strategically looking for fellows from G20 countries to fulfil the program's global mandate with renewed determination, making the most of the opportunity provided by India's G20 chair. The GLA program's selection as a finalist for THE Awards Asia 2023 is a testament to its exceptional quality, impact, and innovation in higher education. The fifth annual THE Awards Asia winners will be revealed on June 21st during a ceremony of THE's Asia Universities Summit in Hong Kong.
Alliance University Organises Alliance Alumni Global Awards
June 8, 2023: Alliance University's Alliance Alumni Global Awards 2023 honoured the accomplishments of previous students. The awards were granted for the great accomplishments of outstanding Alliance alumni who have made a significant influence in their respective disciplines. They were a celebration of the wonderful things that Alliance alumni have accomplished over the years in a variety of professions. All graduates were encouraged to submit nominations for the Alliance Graduates Global Awards 2023, and more than 100 entries were received. For the jury members, who volunteered their time and skills to guarantee a fair and thorough review procedure, the task of choosing the recipients was difficult. Dr. Shekhar R, Deputy Head of Department - Computer Science & Engineering, Alliance College of Engineering and Design, Dr V. Shyam Kishore, Professor & Associate Dean - Academics and Research, and Dr. Ray Titus, Professor, Alliance School of Business, made up the jury. The awards are a true testament of success of Alliance alumni in different fields. Over 30,000 Alliance alumni in more than 55 countries across the globe are achievers and proudly torchbearers of the legacy of leadership.
Alliance University Rated DIAMOND by QS I-GAUGE
June 8, 2023: A thorough and impartial ranking system for Indian universities and colleges is called "QS I-GAUGE." It is supported by the international knowledge, accomplishments, and standing of the UK-based (QS) "Quacquarelli Symonds," the pioneers in "world university rankings" since 1990. QS IGAUGE, based on the widely used QS STARS University Rating System that QS created, has been modified to reflect the realities of the changing Indian education market. A distinctive and thorough 360-degree view of India's higher education institutions is provided by the QS I-GAUGE rating. Alliance University has secured an overall rating of DIAMOND in QS I-GAUGE rating system.
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