presents
22nd MMA All-India Management Students Convention 2023
INNOVATE INNOVATE
FOR A RESPONSIBLE TOMORROW
Madras Management Association
The Platform
In today's rapidly evolving world, sustainability has become more than just a buzzword; it has become a necessity for businesses to thrive in the long run. The MMAAllIndiaManagementStudentsConvention2023 proudly presents the theme, "Innovate for a Responsible Tomorrow". We believe that the future of successfulbusinessliesincreatingsustainablemodels thatprioritizetechnology,people,theplanetandprofit in equal measure. Together, let's explore ground breaking ideas and actionable strategies to build a brighter and more responsible future for businesses andsociety.
This convention seeks to provide key perspectives on InnovatetoSustainandshareinsightsontheemerging trendsaroundSustainabilitybyfocusingonTechnology, Environment, Social and Governance (T-ESG) aspects ofaResponsibleBusinessandLeadership.MMAfirmly believes that this theme is relevant to management students who are about to enter the exciting world of business and management profession to emerge as Business Leaders of Tomorrow. Perspectives will be driven through focused Business Sessions on four broadsub-themes:
TechnovationforSustainableGrowth
LeadershipforInclusiveSuccess
PlanetFirst:Eco-consciousBusinessStrategies
ProfitwithPurpose:TheBusinessofImpact
Theabovetopicswillbecoveredthroughamixoflively speeches, intense panel discussions and interactive Q&Asessions.
Join us at the MMA All India Management Students Convention 2023 as we unite to explore, innovate and inspire a sustainable future for businesses and the world.Together,wecanpavethewayforabrighterand moreresponsibletomorrow.
SPECIAL SESSION 2: LEADERSHIP FOR INCLUSIVE SUCCESS
Inclusive leadership is at the heart of sustainability. This session will focus on empowering leaders to create an environment that values diversity, promotesemployeewell-beingandfosters acultureofcollaboration.Theparticipating Students will gain insights into building resilient and motivated teams that drive long-termsuccess.
SPECIAL SESSION 1: TECHNOVATION FOR SUSTAINABLE GROWTH
This session will delve into how cuttingedge technologies such as artificial intelligence, blockchain, and IoT can be leveraged to drive sustainable growth and innovation in various industries. We will explore real-life case studies and discuss theroleoftechnologyinaddressingglobal challenges while ensuring ethical practices.
SPECIAL SESSION 3: PLANET FIRST: ECO-CONSCIOUS BUSINESS STRATEGIES
Sustainability cannot be achieved without responsible environmental practices. This sessionwillhighlightbusinessesthathave successfully integrated eco-conscious strategiesintotheiroperations,fromgreen supply chains to waste reduction initiatives. Experts will share practical steps to reduce the carbon footprint and promoteeco-friendlypractices.
SPECIAL SESSION 4: PROFIT WITH PURPOSE: THE BUSINESS OF IMPACT
The future of business lies in profit with purpose. This session will explore the growing trend of social entrepreneurship and impact investing. Attendees will learn about creating meaningful business models that not only generate profits but also contribute positively to society and addresspressingglobalissues.
Chanakya: The Mastermind
Rs.1,00,000 Win
No Entry Fee!
Students currently undergoing a post graduation programme in management (any discipline) from any recognized business school in Indiaareeligibletoparticipate.Last date for registration: Monday, 11 September2023.
For registration login at www.chanakyathemastermind.in andapplyonline.
Guidelines
MMA's “Chanakya - The Mastermind” Award was instituted in 2010 and will crown one of the most significanteventsofthe22ndMMAAllIndiaManagementStudentsConvention,tobeheldinChennaion 04 October2023 at Auditorium, IIT Madras Research Park, 32, Kanagam Road, Kanagam, Tharamani, Chennai 600113.It is a contest to select the Best Potential Manager of the year 2023 from amidst ManagementStudentsfromalloverIndia.Grillingbutrewarding,itpromisestobringoutthebestinyou. So gear up, and fight your way to the top. It is one of the first chances in life to prove your managerial material!
ThereisonlyONEChanakya.The“one&only”WinnergetsaCashAwardofRs.1,00,000!
Eligibility
Students currently undergoing a post graduation programme in management (any discipline) from anyrecognizedbusinessschoolinIndia.
prizemoneyGuidelines for Chanakya (contd.)
DetailsoftheContest
1.Studentsinterestedtojointhecontestshouldloginat www.chanakyathemastermind.inandapplyonline.
2.ThereisnoEnrolmentFeetotheMMAChanakyaAward2023.
3 Therewouldbe4stagesofselectionasfollows:
a.Application,submissionofessayandquiz
b.Telephonicinterview
c.Pre-FinalsinChennai
d.Finals,onstageduringtheConventionattheConventionVenue
4.Theapplicationformsdulyfilledalongwithawriteupnotexceeding500wordson“WhyamIthe BestManager?”shouldbeuploadedonorbeforeMonday,11September2023.Thewriteupshould bringouttheachievementsandparticipationofstudentinvarioussocial,cultural,sportsevents, contest,etc.highlightingtheirleadershipandmanagerialskills.
5.Theshortlisted/selectedstudents willbecalledtoChennaiforaPre-finalselectionprocess atMMA onTuesday,03October2023.Accommodationwillbeprovidedforoutstationcandidates. Shortlistedstudents areeligibletoattendthe22ndMMAAllIndiaManagementStudents’
Convention2023asspecialinvitees.
6. Pre-final selection which is designed to assess the participant’s Analytical, Decision Making and Behavioral Assessment (psychometric) Group Discussion Management Games, Simulations etc. to measure the various managerial skills of the Pre Finalist
Innovation Skills, includes:
7. TEN students who are short-listed in Pre-final stage will participate in the Finals at the MMA Convention. The Finals will be conducted on stage in front of the audience in two rounds. The First round on stage will witness elimination of 5 students leaving the other five in the fray for a Panel Interviewonstage,whichwouldincluderapidfireroundresultingintheselectionandcrowningofthe winnerastheMMA“Chanakya-TheMastermind”fortheyear2023.
8. This will be the most attended/watched event of the Convention and will be Webcast Live across Colleges,UniversitiesandManagementSchoolsinthecountryandalsoliveonyoutubeandfacebook.
9. The winner of the MMA “Chanakya -The Mastermind” 2023 would win a Cash Award of Rs. One Lakh!
22nd MSC Competitions
Guidelines
PAPER PRESENTATION COMPETITION
1 2
Each competing team must submit an e-copy of the written presentation on the theme 'Innovate to a Responsible Tomorrow’, as per followinginstructions:
Each competing team must comprise 2 studentmembers
Written presentation should not exceed 1500 words
The cover of the paper must clearly specify thefollowing:
1.Titleofthepaper
2.Namesoftheteammembers
3.Yearofstudy
4.NameoftheInstitute&address
5.PersonalemailIDofbothparticipants
6.Contactnumbersofbothparticipants
The format and sequence of written presentation is asfollows:
1.Introduction
2.YourViewsonthetopicwithexamples, casestudies,researchfindingsand illustrationsasnecessary
3.Conclusion
4.Abibliography(references)mustbe attachedwiththepaperwherever applicable
E-copy of the paper must be mailed to mma@mmachennai.org by Monday, 11 September2023
On submission of written presentation by the due date, Teams will be invited to make an oral presentation at the MMA Management Center,Chennai, on Friday, 29 September 2023 beforeapanelofJudges.
Note: The winning team will be selected based on overall performance in written and oral presentation
BUSINESS PLAN COMPETITION
Each competing team must submit an e-copy of the proposal on a commercially viable business idea on any industry/service of their choice as perfollowinginstructions:
Each competing team must comprise 2 studentmembers Business proposal should not exceed 1500 words
The cover of the paper must clearly specify thefollowing:
1.Titleofthepaper
2.Namesoftheteammembers
3.Yearofstudy
4.NameoftheInstitute&address
5.PersonalemailIDofbothparticipants
6.Contactnumbersofbothparticipants
The format and sequence of Business proposal is asfollows:
1.ExecutiveSummarynotexceeding100 words
2.Introduction,Mission
3.BusinessStructure, Strategy and Processes includingproduct potential, technology availability, marketing strategyetc.
4.Financialviability&ROI
5.E-copy ofthebusiness planmustbe mailed tomma@mmachennai.orgby Monday, 11 September 2023.
Onsubmission of written presentation by the due date,Teams will be invited tomake an oral presentation ofthe BusinessIdeaattheMMA ManagementCenter,Chennai,on Thursday, 28 September 2023.Theideaspresented willbe evaluatedby venture capitalists and jury members.
Note: Thewinningteamwillbeselected basedon overall performance in written and oral presentation.
22nd MSC Competitions Guidelines
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THE BIG DEBATE
ADebateisalwaysprovocative.Aheateddebate isallthemoreso. The objective of the debate is to enable students to showcase their communication andlogicalreasoning skills.The ABC of Communication, Accuracy, Brevity, Claritywillallbeexhibitedbeforetheaudience.
Teams will becalled for a debate on the topic “ArtificialIntelligence: Willitreplacehuman labour or enhance productivity in the workplace?” at MMA Management Center, Chennaion Saturday,23September2023.
A team comprising of 2 students from each institutewithonespeaking For andone Against the Proposition may be nominated. Any number of teams can be nominated from the same B School.
Last date for Registration: Monday, 11 September2023.
Registration: For competitions please click on the following link:
https://forms.gle/wtFU54vDa73LiKbu8
or mail to: mma@mmachennai.org / gm@mmachennai.org
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THINK TANK: THE MASTER BRAIN Management Quiz Competition
A team comprises of two students from the sameBSchool.Any number ofteams can be nominated from the same B School.
The eligible teams will participate in the Preliminary Round of Quiz scheduled on Friday, 22 September 2023. The Preliminary Round will be in the form of writtenquiztobeanswered as ateam on the answer template provided. The results of the Preliminary Round will be announcedonthesamedayandthe Top6 Teams will be selected for the On-Stage GrandFinalstobeheldonthesameday atMMAManagementCenter,Chennai.
The Grand Finals will consist of different rounds of quizzing and the rules of the same will be announced prior to the competition.
Last date for Registration: Monday, 11 September2023.
Last date for registration for competitions and submission of written presentation is Monday, 11 September 2023.
Gp Capt (Dr) R Venkataraman (Retd) Ph.D [94447 00068] | Mr R Sathish Kumar [96770 77700] | Mr Vinoth [73958 80426]
For details please contact: 044-2829 1133 / 4863 2711
COMPETITION REGISTRATION FEE
For
The
CONVENTION DELEGATE FEE
TheparticipationfeeincludesGSTof18% FeeincludesConventionlunchandDelegateKit DelegatefeeiswaivedforteamsparticipatinginthePaper Presentation,BusinessPlan,Quiz&TheBigDebateCompetitions.
Certificates will be given to all students participanting in the competition and delegates attendingtheConvention.
Modes of Payment: Credit Card/Debit Card / DD/Cheque drawn in favour of 'Madras Management Association'payableatChennai.
Please share the screen shot aftermakingpaymentwithname and mobile number to mma@mmachennai.org
* Nomination will only be confirmed on receipt of participation fee. The Fee paid is nonrefundable. However participation by a substitute will be allowed.
ToParticipate,giveamissedcallto9789960398. Fordetailspleasecontact: GpCapt(Dr)RVenkataraman(Retd),PhD[9444700068] MrRSathishKumar[9677077700] MrVinoth[7395880426]
Prize Paper presentation Business Plan Management Quiz Debate First Rs. 20,000 Rs.20,000 Rs.20,000 Rs.15,000 Second Rs. 15,000 Rs. 15,000 Rs. 15,000 Rs. 10,000 Third Rs. 10,000 Rs. 10,000 Rs. 10,000 Rs. 5,000 Member Non Member
Chanakya The Mastermind Per Team of two participants Rs.2,200 Rs. 3,500
All Competitions except
Member
Member Delegate Fee for Convention Students Rs. 1,000 Rs. 1,500 Faculty Rs. 1,200 Rs. 2,000 Corporate Rs. 1,500 Rs. 2,500
registration fee includes GST of 18%
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22nd MMA ALL INDIA STUDENTS CONVENTION 2023
INNOVATE FOR A RESPONSIBLE TOMORROW
WEDNESDAY, 4th OCTOBER 2023 (9.30 AM TO 05.15 PM) | IIT RESEARCH PARK AUDITORIUM, CHENNAI
CONVENTIONAGENDA
Inaugural Session
09.30 am Invocation
Welcome Address
Convention Design & Theme Overview
Ms Padmaja
Mr K Mahalingam
President, MMA Partner/Director, TSM Group of Companies
Mr P Elango
Convention Chairman & MD, Hindustan Oil Exploration Pvt Ltd
10.40 am
Keynote Address by the Guest of Honour on “Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)”
Release of Convention Special Issue of MMA Business Mandate
Inaugural Address by the Chief Guest
Vote of Thanks
10.45 am
Business Session 1: Technovation for Sustainable Growth
Ms Apurba Mitra Partner - ESG, KPMG, India
Mr K V Ramani Founder and Chancellor, Sai University
Gp Capt R Vijayakumar (Retd), VSM Executive Director, MMA
Prof Ashwin Mahalingam
Faculty - Dept of Civil Engineering, IIT Madras
Mr Girish R Visvanathan
Director Tech. - Earthonomic Engineers Pvt Ltd
Head - Tech R&D - Qi (chi) Square Pte Ltd, Singapore
11.30 am
Business Session 2: Leadership for Inclusive Success
Mr S V Nathan Partner, Deloitte
Ms Hema Mani
Regional Director – Human Resources
Lennox India Technology Center
12.20 pm
Business Session 3: Planet First: Eco-conscious Business Strategies
Lunch 01.15 pm
Scan to post your questions to the speaker
Dr R Palaniswamy, IAS (Retd) Advisor - Education, Srinivasan Services Trust
Mr Suniti Bhat
Managing Director
Selan Exploration Technology Ltd
Mr Suhrith Parthasarathy
Advocate & Policy Commentator
SCANTOVIEWTHE SPEAKERS'PROFILE
SCANTOREADOUR BUSINESSMANDATE
INNOVATE FOR A RESPONSIBLE TOMORROW
WEDNESDAY, 4th OCTOBER 2023 (9.30 AM TO 05.15 PM) | IIT RESEARCH PARK AUDITORIUM, CHENNAI
02.15 pm Business Session 4: Profit with Purpose: The Business of Impact
Ms Gayathri Shanmugam Chief Program Officer, Haqdarshak
Mr Sujoy Ghosh
CEO, First Solar
03.00 pm Grand Finale - Chanakya - The Mastermind The Best Management Student of the Year 2023
Moderator:
Mr M S Jagan Management Consultant
Panel of Jury:
Mr Suresh Raman
Vice President & Regional Head, TCS Chennai
Mr Lakshminarayanan Duraiswamy
Managing Director
Sundaram Home Finance Ltd
Ms Nalini Padmanabhan Director, Canara Bank
Mr K Sendhil Naathan
Managing Director, TANFAC Industries Ltd
Ms Kavitha D
Vice President – Information Technology
Mfg. Operations – IMG & Global Environment & Safety Compliance products
Ford Motor Private Limited
04.30 pm
Valedictory Session & Awards Ceremony
Welcome Address
Valedictory Address by the Chief Guest
Mr V Shankar
Founder - CAMS & Director - ACSYS Investments Pvt Ltd
Mr Ravi Viswanathan
Managing Director
TVS Supply Chain Solutions
Introduction of Awards
Presentation of Awards by the Chief Guest
Vote of Thanks
End of Convention 05.20 pm
YOUR FEEDBACK IS IMPORTANT TO US!
Gp Capt R Vijayakumar (Retd), VSM
Mr P Elango
SCAN TO SUBMIT THE FEEDBACK
22nd MMA ALL INDIA STUDENTS CONVENTION 2023
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