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E-way bill Humane approach is the need of the hour fter a misfired attempt in February , the government has finally managed to successfully roll out the e- way bill system for tracking the intra, interstate movement of goods under Goods and Service Tax net from April 1. The single interstate bill valued Rs 50,000 will fall under the e-way bill ambit despite its mode of movement. But, certain goods that are cited in the special category list need not require e-waybill.

Everyone is fingers crossed that the e-way bill portal, with 20,000 registered transporters and 11 lakh tax payers, will choke- up while going forward . It is important to note that since the system for tracking interstate movement of goods was launched at the beginning of a financial year, the actual load that the portal will have to bear on a normal business day may be heavier than the initial trends. This is because many businesses had already moved and stocked up goods by March 31, ahead of the system came into force, and are still completing usual year-end processes such as recording closing stock. A staggered schedule for rolling of e-way bills for intrastate trade in a few states at a time is expected.

Given that India’s transport sector is still largely unorganised and many vehicle drivers are not fully conversant with the technical nuances. It is important that anti-evasion squads deployed to check ewaybills operate with a soft touch to start with, and limit frequency of inspections for goods moving across states. Else, the system could end up creating chaos for transporting goods in a country where goods movement already takes inordinate delay due to infrastructure deficiencies. A similar approach would be ideal for other anti- evasion measurers already in the pipeline including the matching of invoices from buyers and sellers, and the reverse-charge mechanism (expected by June end) under which large business would need to pay tax on behalf of unregistered small suppliers.

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Fig. 1: FDI inflows in Telecommunications Sector

FDI (in US$ million) 7000

REIMAGINING TELECOM… 25 years on 6000 5000 4000 3000 2000 1000 0

Fig. 2. Total Telephone Subscribers

Total Telephone Subscribers (in Million) 1400

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Source: Telecom Subscription Reports, Department of Telecommunications

Fig. 1: FDI inflows in Telecommunications Sector

FDI (in US$ million) 7000 6000 5000 4000 3000 2000 1000 0

Fig. 2. Total Telephone Subscribers

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E- WayBill: A tax reform for surveillance

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o make the interstate movement of goods more hassle-free and transparent the Central government has introduced the e-WayBill/electronic way bill. The bill has come into existence from February 1, 2018 and the Kerala government put it into force for intra, interstate movement of goods by January 12 in order to make the business community to get acquaint with it before the nationwide enforcement.

This will become mandatory by April1 2018. The single interstate sales bill valued Rs 50,000 will fall under the e-WayBill ambit despite its mode of movement. The goods can be transported by road, port or by air. The certain goods those are cited in special category list need not require e-WayBill. E-WayBill given by a trader will become a valid document even without the physical verification of tax authorities.

The onus of declaring the details in e-WayBill lies with the seller but if the seller is not taking the bill either the buyer or the transporter can take the bill. Whoever takes, they will get the messages in their registered mobile numbers. Even after the declaration if some discrepancies found in the declaration or the movement of goods is not taking place the bill can be rejected within 78 hours from the declaration. Beside this, if the seller provides some wrong information about the receiver of the goods it also can be rejected . The parties can login the e-WayBill site by the link available in their respective states tax sites.

In order to clear the doubts the government of Kerala has opened help desks in each district and the phone numbers of each desks are

published in sites.

The things to be known before taking the e-WayBill  Before taking the bill you have to register in e-WayBill site. If you have GST registration with you already can be registered with it or with Pan Card or with Aadhaar card.  The information will come to registered mobile number .

Modes of generation of e-WayBill  Web-online using browser on laptop or desk top or phone etc  Android base mobile App on mobile phones.  Via SMS through registered mobile number.  Via API (Application Programme Interface) i.e., integration of IT system of user with e-WayBill system for generation of eWayBill.  Tool-base bulk generations of e-WayBills.  Third party based system of Suvidha Providers.

Features of the e-WayBill portal  User can create masters office customers, suppliers and products for easy generation of e-WayBill.  User can monitor e-WayBills generated on his accounts/ behalf  Multiple modes or e-WayBill generation for ease of use.  User can create sub-users and roles on portal for generation of e-WayBill.  Alerts will be sent to users via mail and SMS on registered mail Id or mobile number.  Vehicle number can be entered either by the supplier / recipient of goods who generates EWD or the transport.  QR board will be printed on each e-WayBill for ease of seeing details.  . No need for separate transit pass in each state for movement of goods.  Shift from departmental – policing model to self -declaration model for movement of goods.

Benefits  Taxpayers/ transporters need not visit any tax officers/ check posts for generation of e-WayBill/ movement of goods across states.  No waiting time at check posts and faster movement of goods there by optimum use of vehicles/resources, since there are no check posts in GST regime.  User – friendly e-WayBill system.  Easy and quick generation of eWayBill.  Checks and balances for smooth tax administrations and process simplification for easier verification of e-WayBill by tax offices.

Apprehensions

Already GST is a complex issue having 4 or 5 different tax brackets.

Nowhere in the world prevailing so many tax rates. Apart from that, the GST software still overloaded and it is choking even today. Adding one more service into the same site will dampen the situation further.

The Central government so far did not take any initiative to rectify the anomaly.

Till the date the government has come out with nearly 150 circulars and notifications because of the unscientific and lack of home works before rolling out the GST in the country. The government is taking steps to simply the regime and we can expect more initiatives because of upcoming elections in certain states and the general election of 2019.■

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kma convenes meet on leadership, innovation & entrepreneurship

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Jibu Paul

he stage is set for the AIMA – All Kerala Management Associations Summit & KMA Annual National Management Convention -2018 in its Diamond jubilee Year.

The much-awaited event will be held on the 12th and 13th of April,

C S Kartha

Cherian Peter

at Le Meridian International Convention Centre, Cochin.

This is a flagship initiative of KMA & AIMA to bring the best and the brightest Leaders, Visionaries, and Entrepreneurs across the Country on one platform.

Twenty Eminent Speakers and 2,000 Delegates from the length and breadth of the country would join Convention for Keynote, Mentoring, and Networking sessions based on Tech and N o n - Te c h transformations in today’s fast-paced and fiercely competitive world.

The 2018 initia initia- t i v e will focus on Leadership, Innovation, and Impactful Entrepreneurship. The prominent Speakers include Mahatria RA (Founder, Infinitheism), Dr T M Thomas Issac (Minister for Finance, Kerala), T V Mohandas Pai (Chairman, Manipal Global Education), Sunil Jose (CEO, Salesforce India), Ramanan

Ramanathan (Mission Director, Atal Innovation Mission), Richard ReRe khy (Director, KPMG International), Prof Vasanthi Srinivasan (Profes(Profes sor, IIM Bangalore), Ajey Mehta (Vice President, HMD Global), Paul Antony IAS (Chief Secretary, KeraKera la), Rekha Sethi (Director GenGen eral, AIMA), Mohammed Hanish (MD, KMRL) and many more.

Convention will highlight today’s enabling environment for innovation and entrepreneurship.

The Diamond JuJu bilee Year Annual Convention of KMA is spearheaded by the stewardship of association’s President Vivek Krishna Govind, Secretary R Madhav Chandran , Vice-President Jibu Paul, Senior Vice – President Dinesh Thambi, Joint Secretary Cherian Peter and Treasurer C S Kartha.

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marter...Faster....Higher is the tag line of Kochibased Stallion Group of Companies. This 22-year old first generation company is performing 100% adhering to its tag line. The company started its operation by dealing a concept and product unknown to the market.

Except for few retailers no other industry was using it in Kerala before the birth of’ Stallion. For the exports, it was mandatory, but they were mostly getting it from buyers abroad. It is nothing but the Barcoding Technology- the inevitable, part and parcel of any business for its growth thru automatic data collec-

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tion, nowadays. Let us listen to Rajeev Nair, the CMD of Stallion Group, about his hardship and how he toiled to bring his company to a Rs 100-crore entity. Globally acclaimed one, dealing with totally new product in a virgin market. “ I am from Tr i v a n d r u m , born and bought up there. My father was running a grocery shop and mother was a teacher. I spent my childhood and studies at my native

village with plenty of activities in sports and arts and was outsmart many of them. After my Pre-degree with maths as the main stream made me to pursue 4- year undergraduate studies in ‘ Electronics and Instrumentation’ from the prestigious Indo Swiss Institute, Chandigarh, run

by Central Scientific Industrial research(CSIR) under Government of India, Ministry of Science and Technology. The Chandigarh days made me strong

and enabled me to adapt to multiple linguistic, regional & cultural situations. ``A US- based company called ‘Monarch Marking’ thru their Indian partner recruited me from the campus as they were looking for electronics engineer to promote Barcode Technology in India. It enabled me to be the first trained barcode professional in India. They gave me training in various countries and I started my career based in Delhi.

My job was to establish Barcode business through - out the length and breadth of India for my company which was a Herculean task accomplished in those days. The reason was, nobody knew the pur-

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to billion mark pose and the necessity of Barcode. Initially it was a concept selling and we put a lot of struggle to introduce the product among the various industries. We conducted several seminars in association with the industrial bodies to make aware the product to the market. Our company had spent a large amount of money and time for almost three years for the promotion with very low results. We were under pressure and was frantically in need of results. I even remember following up with needle industries in Ootty for 2 years to buy one Barcode printer from us. Luckily, the Barcode in export industries became mandatory, that was our opportunity to reap. ``Slowly, we developed our business in retail market. Most memorable experience in those days was my meeting with the retail legend --Kishore Biyani of Future Group. His far sight made him to introduce it in his garment segment first and later to other areas. Till 1995 end I was in Delhi and slowly cultivated a desire in me to come back to Kerala and start own business. Being the son of a business man the urge to do business of my own was always there. I learned my first lessons of doing business at my father’s shop, where I used to help him during the off time & holidays. I shifted the base to Kochi in December 1995. Of course, I was having various options including partnering with the promoters of US Technologies before UST was born.

But later, I decided to put on my own show and Stallion was founded in August 1996 with the meagre initial capi-

Be 100% truthful to the customers as they understand & accept us if we are genuine

tal of Rs 20,000, which was just enough for finding an office and fulfilling other mandatory paper works with the authorities. I started my office in a small premise with one person as employee to assist who is still working with me. The biggest challenge at that time was communication. Kerala is the southern end of the country. There was no e- mail, no mobile phones; the only options were STD and Trunk calls which was very expensive as my desire from the very beginning was to set up an all India- based company. Eventually which did happen and we set up branches one by one across India. Probably, we were one of few companies from Kerala those days to operate pan India.

Initially, it was the coir exporters of Alleppey who become my customers as Barcode was mandatory for exports. I used to visit them very often and convinced them to use barcoding locally. Even today most of the coir exporters are my customers and we maintain good relationship. Then I approached retail, manufacturing and service companies for the solutionselling which include hardware, software & consumables. We were the first company to introduce the barcoding at jewellery segment in India and Bhima Jewellers share that prestige with us.

There was no look back ever since the beginning of the business. We grew very fast by accumulating more and more customers. The profit was re invested to step up the ladder. Over a period of time we have grown to pan India, increased our manpower strength, added more and more product divisions and accumulated top line customers from all industry segments in India. Just look at our client list and

you will not miss any big corporate in that list. Reliance, Godrej, Tata, Castrol, Asian Paints are just a few to name. ``Over the years, we transformed our-selves from a product- selling company to a solution-selling company.

Today we take up turn key projects in any industries for giving solutions such as automation, warehouse management, asset management, track and trace system and counterfeit management system etc..We believe for every problem there is a solution to implement.

We have served more than 14,000 customers and we added up more business units to make sure that our customers do not have search

around for products. Today we offer Barcode, RFID, EAS, Automation, Marking and Coding, Software and Consumables solutions to our customers. ``We are representing world leaders such as Honeywell, Datalogic, Tycho etc as their distributor for In-

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Rajeev Nair – Social engagements

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ajeev Nair is the founding member of YOUNG INDIANS (YI) under CII (Confederation of Indian Industries), the largest trade body in India and has held various positions in YI as Chapter Chair, EC member, National Council member etc.

He is also an active member of CII and has been as the Kerala State Council member for many years on a continuous basis.

Rajeev Nair is a Rotarian for the last 14 years. He is a major donor to Rotary Foundation (TRF) and a member of Kerala Management Association (KMA).

Rajeev Nair is the former National President of AIDC Technologies Association of India, the national industry body that looks after the trade related activities of the members in the dia & Middle East for hard wares.

We have a team of software engineers to develop customised soft-

a company can be judged based on the customer it has....

business domain and had contributed immensely for the growth of the association nationally. He is an alumnus of BMW Foundation, Germany, and had attended multiple WORLD YOUNG LEADERS forums conducted by the Foundation in various parts of the Globe. Rajeev Nair is an avid traveller and had visited many countries in all major continents and takes each travel as an energising experience.

Rajeev had received AIDC Ratan Award from AIDC Association of India in 2014. He had received Young Entrepreneur award from Junior Chamber and Vocational Excellence Award from Rotary.

His company, Stallion, has been adjudged as a Premium 100 company in India by the Channel World Magazine. ware for the business automation.

Our factory in Bangalore & Dubai take care of the consumable pro-

duction. We have pan India presence with 16 offices spreading across the country and have operations in GCC countries like Dubai, Qatar and Oman. ``Now we are implementing ‘Track and Trace-based counterfeit management solution to finding the duplicates for Castrol India, which is a new technology in India. Now it is in the last stage of implementation,

which include factory automation to database management. `` Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is a bit new and expensive technology than Barcode. But it is a future technology for the growth.

Recently we have installed RFID application in Prime Minister’s Office, which was one of the proudest moment for Stallion. ``I am an ardent traveller. I always travel, love to meeting people, participating in exhibitions to get the first hand information about the changes in the industry and also to know the culture of that particular place. I believe seeing is enough, feeling believes. Given an opportunity I wish to travel interiors of countries, to know and feel the culture of the world. ``To manage growth you need to have system in place with proper

delegation. It is important to have a professional outlook in every member of the team. We have introduced many innovative concepts within organisation in every department such as efficiency fund and inclusive appraisal system etc.The innovation should not only be in product and services, rather it should be in every department functioning also for the growth.

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``I always felt that I am one of the employee who is paid for the company and company is the first..I always guide my team to be loyal to customers as they understand us better than anybody. At the same time, Stallion is an open book to all stake holders. ``The current workforce with Stallion is around 300 members. The attrition rate in Stallion is negligible and I am grateful to my team for their honest, devoted and hardworking attitude. Without them Stallion would never have become a company of this stature. In today’s world, it is not only the money that matters for the team, rather than they look for respect, importance and opportunity in decision- meeting, which make them to stay longer in organisation. Currently each business units are run by heads and they run it as an independent profit centre.

Rajeev’s wife Asha Nair is a housewife and have passion in painting.

Their son Manav Nair is doing his Masters in Business Administration in Australia and the daughter Nimisha Nair doing under graduation in Film& Video design at Pune. “ If we talk about diversification, of course I have certain plans about it,” said Rajeev. “While we continue our core business, I am always open to new business. The positive aspect of current business is that it is a niche. There is not much competition. The flip sides... this does not give you an opportunity to grow exponentially. ``Really I wanted to try my luck in Tourism and Ayurveda which are business conductive for Kerala climate”.

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Roll, Camera…. Action Teaching management lessons through Movies An innovative teaching pedagogy

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oday we live in an age, where, the audio-visual media predominates our daily lives and students spend a significant amount of their time in front of the small or big screen, and they are more responsive, to audio-visual stimuli than traditional, written forms of communication. Hence, the audiovisual media has greater potential to influence students’ mind-sets in the classroom compared to lectures and discussions. Popular audio-visual media like documentaries and films, if used effectively, could play a role in facilitating the active learning experience of students. Hence, the use of films in a classroom environment, helps extend the learning beyond the textbook, builds interest in a new field of study, and contributes to a learning style that’s stimulating and also provides moments of introspection.

There are a lot of studies showcasing on how incorporation of movies to curriculum enhances the learn-

ing experience of the students.

The incorporation of movies not only enhances the learning experience but also helps in laying the foundation for greater sensitivity, understanding, and empathy, as well as making the learning more ‘real’. It is an effective teaching tool for instructors in the areas where they lack practical experiences or struggle to inspire students with conventional delivery methods.

It comes as no surprise that today, the premier B-schools around the world are using movies as a means to teach management theories, lessons on team handling, leadership, and group dynamics.

Movies are not a mere indulgence anymore; they are a powerful learning aid. The incorporation of media technology into the traditional classroom and into blended courses has allowed for the use of films to teach lessons regarding business. The use of movies in a classroom can encourage students to engage in different and personalized articulations and viewpoints concerning the issues being examined, which may be rather difficult to attain in traditional teaching methods including lectures. The use of movies are useful in the context where different, multiple, and varying perspectives need to be recognized and the motivation it provides to less enthusiastic learners.

It is a well-known fact that students remember popular movie content than the monotonous textbooks, research papers and other scholarly reference material and will be able to connect with the protagonist of the movie. Popular Hollywood movies like “The Godfather” or “12 Angry Men” can be better connected to management principles in a far meaningful way rather than watching a training film on CEOs discussing management

issues.

Movies that can be incorporated in the curriculum Following are a few of the Hollywood movies an academician can use to teach various disciplines of management for the better understanding of concepts.

The author has tried to showcase some of the movies from Hollywood which can be used to teach management students, which doesn’t mean that there are no Bollywood movies. Movies such as Band BaajaBaraat, Badmaash

students learn more effectively using visual imagery. In the field of management, relevant course concepts and theories can be illustrated by using movies. The major task that each management teacher has to fulfil is to identify an appropriate movie and connect the movie to the concerned theory. Adopting movies in classrooms might not be accepted by all academicians as they might think that the concepts might not be well explained to the students in this manner, but they are not aware of

Managerial Discipline

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Business ethics

Wall Street (1987) The Insider (1999) Margin Call (2011)

Cross-cultural management

Gung Ho (1986) Lost in Translation (2003) Outsourced (2006)

Entrepreneurship

Glengarry Glen Ross (1992) Tucker: The Man and His Dream (1988) The Founder (2016)

Human Resources

Up in the Air (2009) Invictus (2009) The internship (2013)

Managerial leadership

Executive Suite (1954) Twelve Angry Men (1957) Thirteen Days (2000)

Organisational Behaviour

For Love of the Game (1999) 300 (2006) 2 Angry Men(1957)

Performance Management

The Devil Wears Prada (2006) Office Space (1999) The Lord of the Rings series

Company, Guru, 3 Idiots, Chak De India, Rocket Singh: Salesman of the year, etc. to name a few can also be used in classrooms.

Conclusion

The concept of observational learning suggests that today’s

the learning that the student obtains through these methods.

(The writer Dean and HoD, Albertian Institute of Management A Department of St. Albert’s College (Autonomous) Banerjee Road, Ernakulam)■

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B- School that strives to contribute societal needs and welfare lbertian Institute of Management (AIM) a state of the art BSchool, is owned and administered by the Archdiocese of Verapoly, which has an inspiring legacy spanning over centuries in the field of education. A Department of St. Alberts College (Autonomous), AIM has been offering two year, regular MBA course approved by AICTE and affiliated to the Mahatma Gandhi University since 2006. They impart high quality, value-based, industry-focused management education that helps to mould business ready management professionals.

The programme lays the foundation for an in-depth analytical and conceptual understanding of the Indian and International business scenarios.

Today, under the benevolent patronage of His Grace Dr Joseph Kalathiparambil, the Metropolitan Archbishop of Verapoly, the institute is marching ahead to higher echelons in the field of management education. They foster attitudes essential for the overall development of management students and imparts knowledge necessary to turn students into competent citizens.

The objective of AIM is to acquaint the students with the dynamics of the business environment and to develop their strategic thinking, creativity, and decision making ca-

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pabilities with emphasis on their holistic development, imbibing the mission of the institute.

Along with the routine activities conducted by the institute to mould the best MBA personnel from this

Institution, they have achieved a few major milestones such as starting a business incubator for their students to enhance students entrepreneurial skills; they were the consulting partners of “RISE 2018”, Kerala’s first funding summit, where their students also presented business proposals;initiated a digital library for their students which now has access to more than 20 million books and reference materials; mentoring their students by industry experts; high fold increase of industry experts visiting their campus; Meeting the CXO’s program etc., to name a few. According to Rev Fr Antony Arackal, Manager, AIM, “Business Management is technology driven and the focus now is being shifted to ‘profit making through social commitment’.

Therefore the vision of AIM is to be a leading B-School of international repute, constantly striving to contribute to societal needs and welfare”.

The institute fosters a team of competent faculty members who have a true blend of exposure and experience in industry and academics.

The institute constantly encourages its teaching fraternity to attain higher qualifications, publish articles, and take up consultancy services etc. for their holistic Development. Their guidance ensures students build problem-solving and collaboration skills that will enable them to become leaders in their chosen fields.

The manager making process of AIM focuses on six pillars, which are, Business Competency, Theoretical Learning, Executive Devel-

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Business Competency: Students are made industry-ready through continuous interactions with industry professionals, intensive training in successfully handling the interview process, and through projects that allow them to gain insights into real organizational issues.

They also participate in consultancy projects undertaken by the faculty members that give them rare insights into a variety of complex managerial issues and situations.

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Theoretical Learning: The students are introduced to the concepts and theoretical frame work of management and entrepreneurship through case study methods, lectures, debates, and discussions.

Students are also introduced to the world of business through business update sessions and projects.

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Executive Development: AIM ensures that the graduates are equipped to be complete individuals through the application of key skills such as effective communication and analytical approaches that are awakened though various training program’s.

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Industrial Exposure: On the academic front, the institute has several industrial exposure initiatives such as summer internship project, a one month study based in an organization for comprehensive understanding of the management concepts. A two month internship in a company based on their specialization, which includes a problembased study and analysis. Industrial Visits, Enrichment lectures by industrial experts, Industry interaction on a regular basis though presentation from high-level corporate personnel, Opportunities to coordinate conferences and present research papers during conferences, and present research papers during conferences within and outside the campus, etc contribute to the holistic development of the students.

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SAP Learning Hub Program: As part of imparting cutting edge IT skills for the management students, AIM has SAP learning hub program for the students. It is

It is my first visit to this prestigious institution, which is in a great, Historical structure and same will be its contribution to society in terms of Management education to make the real managers Jaiveer Srivastava, Former CMD, FACT Kerala a much sought after certification program in the country that brings the power and convenience of the cloud to SAP learning.

6.Participant Led Activities:They inculcate the management learning to the students through the concept "Learning by Practice". Their student’s council coordinates and conducts seminars, workshops, and colloquiums on emerging trends and issues related to business and management on a regular basis.

They also organize various competitions in intra and inter collegiate level. They actively celebrate festivals as well as organise/participate in cultural events, local festivals, and projects of social relevance.

The recruiters have always regarded Albertian’s as the best, in terms of their positive attitude, versatility, ability to learn, and perform as team players. The students of AIM have received an overwhelming response from industry, which is why AIM has been consistent in keeping a track record of 70% & above placements right from its inception by attracting more than 40 recruiters every year. AIM has a vibrant placement cell that is committed in getting the right employment opportunities for its students, in premium organizations.■

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othamangalam, noted for its varied academic accomplishments, is an important educational hub of Kerala. Marian Academy of Management Studies (MAMS), affiliated to Mahatma Gandhi University and recognized

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It is dedicated to quality education in job-oriented programmes.

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SCHOOL OF MEDIA AND DESIGN Yeldo Mar Baselios College – School of Media & Design -- is a unique campus at Marian village, Puthuppady, between Kothamangalam and Muvattupuzha municipal towns with all modern amenities and academic accomplishments.

Marian Academy has most advanced facilities in its campus.

It includes, fully Air Conditioned HD Miniplex Theatre with 150 executive seats for movie studies, all classrooms equipped with LCD Televisions / Projectors, Classes led by Autodesk Certified Professionals – Adobe Certified Faculties – Professional Architects, digital Lab with Hi-end work stations, 2D Lab with industry standard light box, garment construction Lab, fashion Art Lab, Pattern Making Lab, design studio, screen printing lab, stop motion lab, CAD lab, drafting studio lab, miniature studio, amphitheatre, 20 students per batch for personal attention (BA Animation & Graphic Design), high speed leased line internet connection, library with huge collection of DVDs, magazines, journals, books etc plus separate hostel for boys and girls inside the campus; educational loan is available. Both these institutions are being run

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FBS - the institute for realizing the aspirations

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stablished in the year 2002 under the aegis of federal bank officers’ association educational society (FBOAES), FISAT business school has built a stunning reputation for educational excellence, raising the bar very high for the whole sector. The college is approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

alizing its aspirations for the future, and its steadfast commitment to shaping and transforming its young students into disciplined, and responsible citizens and skilled, highly employable professionals.

National Assessment And Accreditation Council (NAAC) had accredited the institution with a high CGPA and awarded as A Grade, depicting

Excellent placement track record and good industry connect are key features which guides the B- school.

—being model which moulds an individual in to an industry acceptable professional with ethical values. The two years at FBS sharpen the analytical abilities, leadership competencies, computer comfort and decision making skills of a student.

Programmed for success

and affiliated to A P J Abdul Kalam technological university it is one of the most sought after business schools in the state and the only self financing college with all seats filled. Visionary management and global outlook and perspectives in approach are its key features. Paul Mundadan is the Chairman of the Governing Body of the college.

He is the Secretary of FBOAES and also the General Secretary of FBOA. Over the last decade and a half, the institution has, true to its founding objectives, striven to deliver top notch scholastic that integrates seamlessly with an equal degree of extra-curricular brilliance. This is evidenced by the exceptional results the college has posted year after year, clocking an impressive track record of university ranks, and campus placements. Not willing to rest on its laurels, FBS continues its unrelenting journey towards re-

the quality and excellence of the Institute.

Standalone teaching method.

The MBA program at FBS is beyond the 'class room - textbook – faculty - paradigm. The unique pedagogy at FBS follows learning— doing

The vision of the FBS is to develop into a distinguished centre for management education, imparting relevant and value- based education in management studies. The institute offers course that are tailored to equip students with the skills and knowledge to meet the challenges of the new age life and careers.

They provide extensive scope for career enhancement and the creation of aptitude and a comprehensive management knowledge base.

The MBA programme offered by the college has come to be considered

among the best in the state with students from the college bagging many coveted management jobs in leading companies, banks, in and outside the state. Excellent infrastructure highly qualified faculty with an average 18 years of professional experience make them separate from other B-schools. FBS team led by leadership who has received Asia Pacific educationist of the year in Asia for revolutionary contribution in education by ASSOCHAM and education post. The campus is located in Hormis Nagar at Mookkannoor, the birth place of the late K P Hormis, the founder of the Federal Bank, in the suburbs of Kochi, near Angamaly. Just fifteen kilometers from the Cochin international airport and it is well connected by road, rail and air. Spread over an idyllic landscape of 42-plus acres, the campus is imbued with a refreshing rural ambience and is the centre of bustling student activities. Excellent placement track record and good industry connect are key features which guides the B- school.

Innovation for empowerment.

The institute has chalked up an illustrious track record in innovation and unique pedagogy to empower management students into employable leaders. The FBS determined focus on encouraging the spirit of inquiry and innovation stems from the realization that employability is a key factor in the career prospects of hundreds of managers who pass out every year. ■

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Illahia Trust empowering downtrodden by value- based education I

lahia Trust, a charitable and educational organization, is the brainchild of a group of philanthropic professionals and businessmen from different walks of society. They have realized that the upliftment of the socially and economically backward section in society can be achieved only by empowering them with value- based education.

This has led to the formation of the ILAHIA trust. The trust entered the education field by starting the KMLP school in the year 1992. Since then, the trust has set up various other educational institutions from primary school to professional colleges. K M Pareeth is the Chairman of the trust and P M Aziz is General Secretary. The Management Committee Chairman is C P Muhammed and K M Shamsudheen is the Manager.

Ilahia College of Engineering and Technology In 2002 trust has made a giant leap in professional educational sector by commencing an engineering college , Ilahia College of Engineering and Technology in Mulavoor near Muvattupuzha. The college is coeducational minority institution ap-

proved by AICTE, New Delhi and affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU), and Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala .

Within 16 years since its inception ICET has made many creditable achievements. Twelve batches of engineering students have passed out from the college with academic brilliance and all-round excellence and occupy positions in various corporations and institutions. Some of our alumni have also proved themselves as excellent entrepreneurs.

As part of its social commitment,

the college provides free education and scholarships from various agencies.

Location The college campus, sprawling over 30 acres of greenery, is located about 35 Km from Cochin.

ICET is situated atop Mulavoor hills just 1 km away from Muvattupuzha-Kothamangalam stretch of Kochi-Madurai NH-49. The lush green campus has the best ambiance conducive for learning.

Cochin international Airport and Aluva railway station are just 35 km away from the campus. ICET campus is easily accessible from major towns of central Kerala.

The college is well connected by town buses and a fleet of buses plying between the college and all parts of Muvattupuzha and nearby districts.

PROGRAMS OFFERED 1. B Tech(4 Years) 2. M Tech (2 Years) 3. M B A(2 Years) 4. M C A (3 Years) 5. M C A. Lateral Entry (2 Years) UG COURSES 1.B Tech Civil Engineering 2.B Tech Mechanical Engineering 3.B Tech Electrical and Electronics Engineering 4.B Tech Electronics and Commu-

nication Engineering 5. B Tech Computer Science and Engineering 6. B Tech Information Technology PG COURSES 1. M Tech Computer Aided Struc tural Engineering (Dept. of Civil Engineering) 2. M Tech Production and Industrial Engineering (Dept. of Mechanical Engineering) 3. M Tech Power Electronics (Dept. of Electrical and Electronics Engineering) 4. M Tech Applied Electronics (Dept. of Electronics and Communication Engineering) 5. M Tech Computer Science and Engineering (Dept. of Computer Science and Engineering)

TRAINING & PLACEMENT CELL The Training and Placement cell is the nodal point of contact for companies seeking to establish a continual relationship with ICET. The mission and endeavour of this department is to enhance and facilitate the process of employment for its learner population for entry-level jobs, matching with their academic profiles. In the present day business scenario, companies demand job-ready candidates for employment at the shortest possible time.

The qualified students are equipped with employable skills suitable for respective domain they aspire to start their career.

Taking into account this scenario, the cell has aligned its strategies to enhance the Employability Quotient of the students by imparting employable skills training after their skills mapping, pre-assessment and bridging the gaps through appropriate training. The resources are hired as per the requirements of the training curriculum and quality is the prime focus in identifying faculties for the same. These programs help the students to imbibe in them, a unique and efficient culture suitable enough to start a career at par with their expectations.

The cell conducts on-campus and off-campus placement and employability enhancement activities as per the schedules planned prior to the placement cycle. Many of our

6. M Tech Computer Science and Information Systems(Dept. of Computer Science and Engineering) 7. M B A Course 8. M CA Course

students get placed in reputed multinational companies. This cell also helps the budding engineers of the institution to realize their dreams of establishing their own start-ups.

The institute has bagged many National and State awards for

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the academic excellence many times. ICET Secured 4th position in B.Tech (KTU S1-SF 2017), Secured 7th position in B.Tech (KTU S3-SF 2018) Secured 9th position in B.Tech (KTU S1- SF 2018)

competitive group of young aspirants.

ISMS has an excellent placement cell offering placement assistance to the students. Over the years, ISMS has realized that business skills alone are not sufficient for effective leadership. What organizations require are all-round leaders who are trained to look at their organizations holistically. The institute try to inculcate a winning attitude and empowers the students with necessary skills to take on the dynamics of a challenging corporate world.

ILAHIA SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES (ISMS)

Ilahia School of Management Studies (ISMS) established in 2009 under the aegis of Ilahia Trust, has made great strides over the years in providing value based management education of the highest quality in developing future entrepreneurs and managers. ISMS with the modern infrastructure and experienced faculties have moulded the students to excel in their chosen area. The institution offers two year full time regular MBA with streams in Marketing, HRM, Finance and Systems.

The MBA programme at ISMS is designed to provide the knowledge, attitude and skills that are essential to become an effective leader in multitude of organizational settings.

The institute has emphasis on the holistic development of the students and the course work is designed to inculcate a positive and ethical outlook to the students. ISMS conducts regular interaction sessions with leaders and practicing managers from leading business enterprises, workshops and seminars with participation of visiting faculties. ISMS

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have a dedicated academic council which is passionate about creating future leaders for business and society. It has a pedagogy that focuses on learn-share-practice principle which provides students an environment that enables the young mind with strong foundation in content and the right kind of competencies. In University exams the ISMS procured 100% results in most of the years right from its inception. M A Muhammed Ali is the Director of the management institute and campus Principal is Dr M Mohamed Sitheeq The Institute also conducts unique programmes like ‘Let’s talk’ and ‘Talent incubator’ to give students the required exposure to enhance their employability as per the demand of industry. Association of Ila-

hia Management Students(AIMS) is an initiative to synergize the creativity and talents of the budding managers in all facets of life.

ISMS organizes numerous events throughout the year under the aegis of AIMS such as national level intercollegiate management conclaves, meet the CEO lecture series, rural extension programs, festival celebrations and philanthropic activities.

‘Agora’ management fest provides a platform for the brightest of the minds from various B-Schools to brainstorm, express and fulfill their quest for excellence through a multitude of intellectual and fun based contests. ‘Agora’ is a great platform for future managers for performing their managerial skills and showing their talents in front of a refined and

Academic Achievements

1. Secured 100% and Ist position in T4 KTU university examinations by 2016-18 batch.

2. Secured 3rd position in T1 KTU university examinations by 2017-19 batch.

3. Secured 3rd position in T3 KTU university examinations by 2016-18 batch.

4. Secured 2nd position in T2 KTU university examinations by 2016-18 batch.

5. Secured Ist position in T1 KTU university examinations by 2016-18 batch.

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Prime Roofing is innovation savvy

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he demand for roofing sheets has increased manifold globally. The only hitch for currently available roofing sheets in the market is they are not water proof. Usually roofing sheets are being used for preventing the leakage in industrial as well as concrete residential buildings. Currently available sheets are fixed on the roof by screwing it with the frame of roof which increases the possibility of the leakage in due course.

The slight lag throws a spanner in the works or the hole made on the sheet will become enlarged due to the wear and tire is another reason for the leakage. Or the rusting up of the screws also will end up with the leakage. Naturally, the arrival of water proof roofing sheets in the market will be a boon for the consumers .

Prime Roofing, the age-old trusted

brand in roofing sector, realised the dream of 100% water proof roof by introducing ‘Aqua Proof ‘ brand in the market. “Aqua Proof has been accepted and got the patent from 36 countries worldwide including the US. As far as Kerala is concerned Aqua Proof will be a relief for its customers since the state has torrential rain for six months in a year”, said Joseph Mathew Sankurikal, the Managing Director of Prime Roofing. Apart from Aqua Proof the company has been working on a product that will make revolution in the residential building segment.

Aqua Proof

Aqua Proof is also fitted by screwing it on the frames, like any other conventional roof tops available in the market. Previously there was a product in the market called ‘ Clip Lock ‘. It was used by putting a clip from bottom and insert it from top side. But, the issue is, this product cannot withstand the wind blowing powerfully. The roof will be taken off by the strong wind.

Another product called ‘standing seam’ is also available in the market. For this product we cannot fix the insulated panels which prevent heat. But, Aqua Proof is designed by rectifying all these draw backs.

The electro plated screws are used for fixing Aqua Proof on the frames to make sure that screws will not be rusted. The leakage will be prevented by the capping system on the screws.

The Aqua Proof can be fixed at any length and where ever we want, is another

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Joseph Mathew Sankurikkal Technocrat who walks before time

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onfidence was the only capital for Joseph Mathew Sankurikkal when he entered with prime roofing in the market. Though he has two and half decades of experience in roofing sector, literally he was taking a big risk to commence an industry , while the world was reeling under economic recession. He gave up the safe and promising employment in Gulf Country. He was working with RH Profiles , a renowned company in the Middle East as a structural engineer.

While he was quitting the job he was working as CEO of Kirby Buildings , the second largest

company in the world in Pre-Engineered Steel Building manufacturing. To begin a industry in a place like Kerala that too at the time of financial slowdown was discouraged by his well wishers . But, he was adamant and confident about his decision and the industrial friendly atmosphere of Kerala. He did not turn back; went ahead with the idea of Prime Roofing. Today Prime Group companies have four factories in India and three factories abroad, this was possible only because of his ability to walk before time. Bindu Joseph, his wife, assists him in his entrepreneurial tasks.

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peculiarity of this product. We can fix insulated sandwich panels of 25 cm to 75 cm on this. If someone does not want insulated panels he can use it as merely a roof top.

Fixing solar panels on the roof of the building is usual nowadays. The general practice for laying panels is putting holes on the roofs and fixing panels by the help of square tubes.

Naturally, after one or two years the possibility for the leakage is high in this case. But, in Aqua Proof we can fix the clips on it, after laying solar panels on Aqua Proof, one should lock the clips fixed on it to tighten.

The company is ensuring that even the wind blowing at 200 kilometres will not shake the panels. Powdercoated clips are being used for this purpose. The panels can be fixed even without putting holes is the additional advantage that provided by Aqua Proof.

The Aqua Proof can be used as roof or wall cladding and the ribs between it can be painted with differ-

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ent colours. The screws are applying on the alternative ribs on it. So, the capping system is a must for it.

We can also use the caps continuously if necessary. Joseph Mathew is anticipating that Aqua Proof will become the darling of the market since the possibility for using the product in any colour surface and the number of ribs to be used has not been restricted . The price wise also Aqua Proof is affordable for common men; the product has merely 12% higher than the price of any other roofing sheets available in the market though it has 100% leak resistant capacity. Apart from that, the manufacturers are ensuring life time warranty for the product.

Capturing Global market

Along with Indian market Aqua Proof is aiming for 36 countries.

Though the product is yet to introduce in Indian market, the export enquiries are pouring in, due to

the quality of the product. The Indian-made product will launch the manufacturing facilities in foreign shores by gauging the demand of the product there.

Nature friendly Wall Sheet

Most of the houses and buildings are being constructed by wounding the nature. We are intruding into the boundary of natural protection for all the ingredients like wood, sand and stones to fulfil our dream for the home. That thought has provoked Joseph Mathew to invent a nature-friendly product like Wall Sheet.

Now Prime Roof is intending to manufacture a Larry Baker model bricks which can be used as alternative for the construction of walls.

This will give a feel of original bricks as appearance wise and tangible wise. Per sq meter this product will have below 10 kilo weight and the length will be 12 meters. Joseph Mathew asserts the appearance of

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the wall sheet as original bricks after the construction. The consumer can fix the windows and doors as per his priority and wish.

The manufactures are also giving assurance that it will reduce the heat than the 9-inch ordinary wall .

Presently, after constructing the wall we have to do the ACP which costs you Rs 200 per sq ft , this cost will actually incur after the construction of wall which is an addition. But, in the case of wall sheet we can use it even without the structure of the wall, as an alternative for it. Joseph Mathew sharing the view that in the very near future buildings will be constructed even without sand and cement with a revolutionary product like wall sheet. Making bricks pattern will be a grand success, in the next phase, he will transfer the technology to granite and marble patterns.â–

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V-GUARD UNVEILED NEW BRAND IDENTITY Passline News Sevice

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-Guard Industries Limited unveiled its new identity and announced its new vision for the brand. The new identity will mark the evolution of the 40year-old company into a new-generation, technology driven smart organization. VGuard has embarked on a journey to create thoughtful products that will impact the lives of its consumers in an intelligent way and the new brand identity and logo are testimony to the company’s commitment in this endeavor.

The company unveiled a new logo in a sleek black and royal gold colours cueing modernity and premium values. It has also transformed its key symbol, the kangaroo into a more agile, contemporary entity that embodies innovation and progressiveness. The brand also unveiled the new tag line, ‘Bring Home A Better Tomorrow’ aligning to the promise of delivering thoughtful products and experiences to its consumers, for a better tomorrow.

Speaking on the occasion, Kochouseph Chittilappilly, Founder & Chairman, VGuard Industries Ltd, said “Having seen the company grow multi fold from where it started 40 years back is truly amazing.

Quality and reliability which has always been our key focus, will continue to do so armed with effective marketing strategies.

On this occasion, I would like to take the chance in appreciating the team who has been with us on this journey and I believe the brand change will be well-received by our consumers and traders. ” Commenting on the new journey, Mithun Chittilappilly, Managing Director, V-Guard Industries Ltd, said, “They say life begins at 40 and at V-Guard it certainly does.

And to live that, we have decided to reinvent ourselves completely. We are not just thinking up the next innovation. We are constantly seeking to understand human life and its relationship with tools and appliances. And then to evolve a seamless experience with thoughtfully engineered products in our quest to enriching consumer lives. We took a conscious call to go beyond not just being a trustworthy, reliable, honest brand but to also evolve

into a thoughtful, inspiring and dynamic trendsetter. The new identity reinforces the new age values that we would want to imbibe in our endeavour to create thoughtfully smart and technologically intuitive products for our discerning consumers” Ramachandran V, Director & COO, V-Guard Industries Ltd, said, “V-Guard today has evolved into a healthy pan Indian consumer brand and business, emerging as one of the potential leaders in our space.

We are now laying the foundation for the next stage of growth.

Nandagopal Nair, Vice President, Corporate Communication, V-Guard Industries Ltd, added, ‘‘When we started this exercise a few years back we decided that the new identity that we create will not be a cosmetic change but

will be built on certain new age values that the brand wanted to imbibe in alignment with the changing consumer landscape and of course in synch with the vision for the brand going into the future.”

In a true testimony to the brand’s new vision of creating thoughtful products that will create meaningful experiences for consumers,

V-Guard highlighted its range of smart products like the Intelligent Water Heaters, Smart Inverters and Smart Fans with LED light, at the function. VGuard is delivering on its new vision through an expansive network of over 500 distributors, 200 service centers, 5500 direct dealers and 20,000 retailers.■

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SNGCE: Grooming business leaders

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ducation sector has been one of the major service sectors which has been more of a business and has been contributing to the growth of society in a sizeable manner.

Nowadays, the state had been witnessing the growth of a large number of educational institutions in the self- financing sector too. However, MBA @ SNGCE (Sree Narayana Gurukulam College of Engineering)

at Kadayiruppu, Kolenchery, Ernakulam, stands tall upholding its principles of imparting quality education to the students as well as to empower the masses to achieve social and economic freedom through technical and management education. Having its humble beginning with a batch strength of 60 participants in 2004 with the aim of churning out business barons

and executive honchos, the course which was affiliated to Mahathma Gandhi University was later brought under APJ Abdul Kalam Technical University in 2016. The department is also certified by ISO 9001-2008 and is internationally accredited by IAO USA and is also accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). Over the years, the batch strength has been brought up to 120 and courses in Marketing, Human Resources Management, Finance, Systems, Productions and Operations and International Business are also offered. There can be no half hearted efforts when it matters about quality and value- based education. All efforts are taken to ensure that quality in education is maintained and quality philosophy is inculcated into our faculty, facility and infrastructure. Though it is the people who make the difference, it is the quality that gives us a pep. .” MBA @ SNGCE is focused mainly on quality- oriented education providing students real life situations for case analysis and grooming them to be good business lead-

ers of the future. The management as well as the faculties are keen on providing our MBA participants with the necessary techno managerial skills which are essential to face new challenges, make strides of progress and lead a successful career which is value- based and thus being socially committed. The students have also made the staff proud in the way forward. Over the years, MBA @ SNGCE has been able to bag several top slots in the MBA examinations and also a large number of awards at various management meets in and around the state, the latest being the Special Jury award in the Big Idea Contest organised by V Guard Industries.

The participants also have won the most popular team award in the Yi Road 2 Ideas contest as well as in the Yi meets. Apart from academics, research has been one major thrust area for SNGCE so far. The Research Forum which was set up in 2010 under the name of Albert Einstein Centre for Research and Development (AECRD) was of-

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Excels in education & social services too A dv T A Vijayan is a renowned personality, who excels in the field of law, education, government regulations and social activities. He had been in the government service for over 3 decades, and has retired as the Deputy Commissioner of Sales Tax. Also, he was very much involved in the social activities, particularly in promoting the principles of the great Sree Narayana Guru, occupying the creditable position as the President of SNDP Yogam – Kunnathunadu Union for around 12 years. Also, his social services were well recognized by the Government of Kerala, and he was nominated as the Chairman of Kerala State Backward class Development Corpora-

ficially inaugurated in 2014 June.

Headed by the Director (Research), the SNGCE Research team boasts of a large number of doctorate holders of which many are research supervisors. With most of the faculties pursuing the doctoral research in various areas, multidisciplinary research is highly encouraged for societal development. Over the years, the research activities in SNGCE got a fillip as the institute was approved as the Recognised Research Centre of the Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (KUFOS), Panangad, Kochi.

Engineering and Management research activities are in full swing in the research centre here with a good number of Management and Engineering faculties being approved as Research supervisors.

The centre has also come out with high quality research papers under the joint authorship of research scholars and supervisors which have been presented in leading institutes in the country such as IITs and IIMs as well as in scholarly journals. In addition, the research centre also conducts regular Faculty Development Programmes on various research topics for assisting the scholars and researchers.

The biannual Gurukulam Journal of Management Research (GJMR) serves as a platform for expression of ideas of research scholars, academicians, researchers and industrialists. Supported by a team

tion, where he was accepted as an able leader. Further, is an Ex-member of Asamanoor Grama Panchayat, which proves his social acceptance.

He is the founder President of Sree Narayana Gurukulam Trust, and currently he occupies the position of Secretary of the Sree Narayana Gurukulam Charitable Trust. His expertise is utilized by other professional

of eminent academicians in the review board, the journal is also available online in www. gjmronline.com The centre was also able to undertake a large number of consultancy works and also funded projects from various Government agencies and the publications by the faculties in various IEEE journals and also scopus- indexed journals provided a great thrust to the research activities apart from academics.

Apart from academics, the institute also provides an opportunity for the participants to fulfil their commitment towards society. Participants of MBA had over the days undertaken several socially relevant programmes such as visit to geriatric homes and orphanages, providing donations, educating the public on demonetisation drive and several others. Placements had also been at its peak at SNGCE over the years. With several companies such as KPMG, Allianz, UAExhange, RBS, Bloomberg, EY, PNB Paribas, Asian Paints, Agape, Airtel, Reliance, Vodafone, Havells, Nestle, V Guard, Dalmia, Nirapara, Synthite industries, The Hindu, TVS and more recruiting our participants, MBA @ SNGCE

Colleges / institutions in the state also. He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Gurudeva Charitable Trust. Also, he is the member of Advisory Board of Valiya Koonambayi Kulathamma College of Engineering, Chavarcode (Trivandrum Dist.) and member of Governing Body of Gurudeva Institute of Science & Technology (GISAT) Kottayam. He was the former Secretary of Kerala Self-Financing Engineering College Managements' Association. Also he is functioning as Manager of Sree Narayana Institute of Medical Sciences, Chalakka, Kunnukara, Kerala- 68359.

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marches forward with the aim of making landmark changes in the field of business. Sree Narayana Gurukulam Charitable Trust (SN Trust or ‘the Trust’) is an affiliate of Kunnathunadu SNDP Union, Perumbavoor. The Trust was registered on 1st August, 2001 with registration number 133/IV/2001.

The Trust, a registered charitable one, was formed by a group of visionaries in 2001 with the sole purpose of spreading the noble teachings of Sree Narayana Guru. The Trust is promoted by SNDP yogam, Kunnathunadu Union, Perumbavoor.

Vision

Sree Narayana Gurukulam Trust functions on the inspired teachings of Sree Narayana Guru, the great social activist and philosopher, who was called 'the father of Renaissance Movement' in Kerala. The trust functioned on the basic tenet of “Organize and Strengthen, Educate and Enlighten”.

Mission

Everyone in society irrespective of cast or creed must have free access to education.

The talented, according to their inclination and tastes, must strive to achieve professional education. To achieve this aspiration SNGC Trust must strive forward to bring chances at par with the common and the under-privileged to acquire Engineering and Management education so that they can occupy high positions in society.■

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De Paul in pursuit of excellence Passline News Sevice De Paul Institute of Science and Technology (DiST), Angamaly, is an ISO 9001:2015 Certified professional college run by De Paul Education Trust and owned by Marymatha Province of Vincentian Congregation. The Vincentians hold aloft the sublime values of justice, peace and love and aims at creating a new generation with a difference. Vincentian Congregation is the parent organization which runs De Paul Education Trust which manages DiST and its sister concerns such as De Paul English Medium School. The students must prove not only their academic excellence but also show a deep commitment to society they live in. The college is situated in an eco-friendly and academic-friendly

atmosphere amidst a fast developing industrial and business town and sylvan surroundings. Info Park Kochi, Cochin International Airport Ltd(CIAL) and Smart City are all a stone's throw away.

young professionals in relevant fields integrating the physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual dimensions of their lives through

focused training and person specific career counselling so that they may observe unflinching allegiance to society.

Our Mission

Our Vision

To bring out of a human being, what is the best in him\her by imparting excellent, up-to-date training in the field of new technologies, integrating the spiritual, intellectual and human dimensions, and to face global challenges, thus preparing him\her enriching and fulfilling future.

To build up a center par excellence equipped to mould outstanding

Education@ DiST is a passionate

Why DiST?

pursuit of excellence; a striving towards the complete flowering of the human personality; an awakening of knowledge and enhancement

of skills at various levels. We have an ambience most suited for the above purpose. Lush green campus equipped with the latest kind of infrastructure; experienced faculty to motivate the aspiring minds of students; international tie-ups with prestigious universities to enhance the quality of exposure; activities designed to promote enquiry and research; an administrative system that is known for transparency and commitment.

Master of Business Administration MBA at De Paul’s Business School provides transformational inputs to equip the aspirant with the skills and knowledge necessary for coping with changes in the increasingly chaotic world. The nurturing ambience experienced by the novice who enters the portals of De Paul B School instils the proper attitude and behaviour moulding him/her into a truly effective Manager, re-

sourceful, proactive and empowered to handle the career challenges ahead of him/her in the modern globalised scenario.

MBA is a four semester (2 Years) postgraduate degree course, approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and Government of Kerala and affiliated to MG University.

The four semesters of the MBA programme is carefully designed to facilitate optimum growth of the students in relevant fields.

The first two semesters consist of eight core papers each. The third semester consists of one core paper and six elective papers. Apart from this, students are also asked to make an Organizational Study in order to facilitate the practical application of the learning outcome. In

the fourth semester, students have to complete one core paper and four electives. They will also have to complete their Summer Placement Report too in this semester.

Apart from this regular curriculum, students will also get to choose various add on courses that will enhance their understanding of the latest trends in the industry.

Dist offer specializations in the areas of Marketing, Finance and Human Resources.

The administrative system of DiST envisions internal autonomy and interdepartmental collaboration as its key elements. This approach helps us to be as close as possible to where it matters: the individual student and the level of motivation he/she brings to his/her learning

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process. As a result, DiST could develop a highly effective mentoring system where individual initiative and creativity are fostered and skills in team work are enhanced in the best possible manner. With the help of this supportive system, students, from the very beginning of

their academics, are capable of appreciating the educational method that we employ at DiST: the core of which consists in continuous interaction, quality exposure to real life issues and challenges and intensive team work – all with the aid of modern technology and experienced faculty.

Job Opportunities

The scope for an MBA/MHRM graduate is unparalleled. Apart from attractive placements with premium pay packages being offered at campus placements, it opens doors to various sectoral opportunities. Corporate careers, Entrepreneurship, Careers in NGOs/ Co-operatives etc are some of the various options that a management graduate can think of. The simple fact is that no organization can survive in a highly competitive world without modern managerial skills; and therefore, the demand for welltrained management professionals will be always huge.

Industry Interactions

The management students are getting an opportunity to interact with the industry experts through their industry interaction programs 4-5 times in a semester. They will also visit the various industries 2 times in a semester.

Students’ Facilities

The school of management at DiST provides the following facilities to the students: I Induction Programme I Clubs: MASS (Marketing Club), ZUM (HR Club), Finzone (Finance Club) l International Student Exchange Program (In collaboration with DePaul University, Chicago) l Live Projects, Conferences, Corporate Management, Consultancy l SAP Training Certification l Placement training by experts l International Conference l

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National Level Management FestDaksh l Meet the CEO Series l NIPM (National Institute of Personal Management) Student Forum l Membership in KMA (Kerala Management Association) and AIMS (Association of Indian Management Schools) l Association with ISTD (Indian Society for Training & Development) and CII (Confederation of Indian Industry) l In-house /online library l E-learning facility (DLMS-moodle) l Seminars and presentations l Bridge Course l Remedial Coaching l Study in groups l Bridge Course l Class room Lectures l Assignments l Guest Lecture Series l Role Plays & Case Studies l Evening Lectures l Participating in the programs of Professional Bodies l Management Activities l Social Out Reach Activities l Weekly Book Reviews l Confidence building measures l Business updates l Student mentoring l Remedial coaching l Soft skill training throughout the course period.

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International Certification Programs in Association with De Paul University, Chicago, USA. Faculty & Student Exchange Programs & Resource Sharing Agreement with James Cook University, Australia.

About Placement cell

The placement cell of De Paul Institute of Science and Technology (DiST) provides a platform where the students can showcase their talents and companies can select their right candidates. We aim at building responsible individuals fit for any working environment, thereby securing the future of the students.

The placement cell aims to improve the skills of the students by motivating them through trainings to reach their career goals. It ensures to train and develop the students on their aptitudes, strengths and weaknesses. Opportunities are set to help the students face the competition by providing in and around training. Students can fulfil their dreams with the quality service provided and are placed in industries according to their skill set.

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BMiM instils entrepreneurial spirit in students anagement Education in 21st Century ought to reflect a level of preparedness that would stand equal to the challenges being faced by the contemporary Society, Polity, Economy and Business. The VUCA (Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity) environment places a tough demand on Business Schools across the Globe. Holistic development of intellectual facility with contemporaneous changes in paradigms for learning can best insure the students against unforeseen contingencies in future.

Bharata Mata Institute of Management occupies pivotal position in the management education in the country. BMIM has carved a spectacular record for itself due to the fact all the 11 batch of students today occupy coveted positions in various organizations.

This resplendence has been achieved by the excellent imparting of academic and non-academic brilliance to the students by highly dedicated faculty members duly supported by the management.

Hemmed in on all sides by a picturesque township, renowned for its proximity to the industrial hub of Kerala and duly backed by the prestigious Smart City and Seaport Airport road, BMIM provides the best ambience for nurturing and nourishing entrepreneurial spirit among students.

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Ace educator with missionary zeal F

r Jacob G Palackappilly, the Managing Director BMIM, is an ace educator who was sowing the seeds of the elaborate Archdiocesan Corporate Educational mechanism effectively and efficiently for a period of almost two decades. He is a true visionary with a missionary zeal for education.

His vision, dynamism and great dream for BMIM coupled with expertise and experience inevitably elevated BMIM Fr Jacob G Palackappilly into higher and higher orbits of excellence. His deep sense of commitment and love for any task that has been entrusted with, has duly earned him many a coveted post in the Ernakulam – Angamaly Archdiocese. In fact, at a time when BMIM is poised for a bigger leap, we are extremely fortunate enough to be blessed with Fr Jacob G Palackappilly at the helm of BMIM affairs to augment its name, fame and glory.

nological explosion, we are very much aware of the fact that corporate world of today requires dynamic leadership lifting a man’s mission to higher sights, his performance to higher standards and his personality beyond its normal limitations.

We strive to achieve this through academic rigour, excellent industry interface, highly enriching talk

by CEO’s and top-notch management professionals from the industry, training in EQ, NLP, TA, Group Dynamics, Team building, Project preparation on the emerging areas

in the Industry, Yoga training etc.

With the help of highly committed faculty hailing from premier management institute in the country and abroad.

It deserves special mention that BMIM has a vibrant and unique Student’s enrichment programme (SEP) for their wholesome development. Everyday two hours devoted for this which includes Book Review, News Paper review, Quizzes, Case studies, Company Presentations, debates, Extempore just a minute, GD, Mock Interview, Styles of Leadership of global companies, Corporate show, Discussion of contemporary News etc.

Moulding students in the crucibles of the above mentioned parameters generate self confidence, creativity, leadership skill, best human resource practices, marketing acumen with sharp financial insights, innovative habits and inquisitive mind paving the way for grooming them in to effective and efficient entrepreneurs.

Welcome to Bharata Mata Institute of Management, where you will be groomed and coached to be a person with highly competitive entrepreneurial leadership for the 21st Century Management.■

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A citadel of thorough professionals T

he Holy Grace Group was established in 1999 under the banner ‘Holy Grace Foundation’, a registered charitable and educational society formed with the intention of moulding next generation aspirants with a global edge. The Group started the CBSE residential school in 2000. From its very inception, the School managed to create a niche positioning as the ‘school

with a difference’ through a host of unique training methodologies. The Group runs an MBA college and an Engineering college.

The faculty at the MBA includes former Vice-Chancellors Dr Raveendranath as the CEO; Former Pro Vice Chancellor of Calicut University Dr

M Abdul Salam is the Chief Advisor of the institution and Jiji Thomson IAS , Former Chief Secretary of Government of Kerala, is the Mentor. A majority of the teachers are those who have passed out from either foreign universities or the IIM. This is the only college in India offering world-class SAP-ERP along with MBA. The facility is offered absolutely free of cost. "

HOLY GRACE ACADEMY▬ CBSE RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL

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oly Grace Academy is an English medium co-educational CBSE Residential School founded in 2000 with 135 students, 15 staff on roll and has consistently grown into a big family of more than 3000 students and 300 staff as on today.

The Holy Grace Academy CBSE

School imparts international standards by adopting the latest methodologies, implementing innovative measures and ideas. From its inception onwards the School has been successful in retaining its reputation as an educational institution making a difference by way of offering a host of features and training

programs aimed at improving the academic, social, intellectual and behavioural skills of students. The School offers IIT and IAS foundation courses from Std VII onwards.

An Inclusive Education Centre for learning disability also functions in the School. Jose Kannampilly is the chairman of the school, Baby Vet-

tiyadan is the Secretary; Jeeson Pallipattu is the Finance Director and Jos Joseph Alunkal is the Principal.

With a view to making education friendly and interesting to the first time school goers, the School has designed a Smart Kindergarten with latest technologies and

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innovative ideas to match global standards. This is a comprehensive academic schedule for Pre-KG, LKG and UKG which reduces the burden on children, teachers and parents and makes learning a stimulating and rewarding experience.

An innovative kindergarten

An innovative kindergarten with 3D painted digitalised class rooms gives new learning experiences to the tiny tots. The school follows Smart Kindergarten curriculum. It is a blend of conventional learning system and technology enabled inputs. The school focuses on holistic multiple intelligence development which includes logical, musical, linguistic, interpersonal, intra personal kinaesthetic or tactile learning (is a learning style in which learning takes place by the students carrying out physical activities, rather than listening to a lecture or watching demonstrations) and visual intelligence of a child. The management has decided to restrict the number of LKG seats as a part of “Quality Enhancement Initiative”.

• Spoken English training with phonetics.

• Exclusive play area with play station.

• Smart class with interactive kindergarten software.

• Multi coloured printed work sheets for children.

• Regular Art and Craft creative sessions.

• Systematic assessment and monitoring.

• Personalised individual attention for each child.

• Personal grooming and activity sessions.

• Child friendly furniture and toys.

• Spatial , Naturalist, Interpersonal, Logical, Musical, Linguistic and Interpersonal.

• Regular and intensive macro level confidence building performance during REGALIA. • Holistic development of all kids are ensured • Celebration of Parents and Grand Parents’ Day.

HGA Infrastructure at a glance

• Total built-up area of 1,45,000 sq.ft.

• Four independent blocks • Wi-Fi Campus; the teachers are equipped with lap-tops / Net books to enable them to browse the net and connect to digital

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boards in the class itself.

• Weekly IAS Orientation classes, from Std VIII onwards by expert faculty from Vivekananda I A S Coaching Academy, Irinjalakuda.

• Separate hostels for boys and girls with AC and Non- AC rooms.

• Confidence building, adventurous exercises like Rock climbing, Vertical Rope climbing, Burma Bridge, Loop Bridge, Suspension Bridge, Rappelling, Horizontal Net etc. (Mandatory for Classes V & VIII) • Training given in advanced computer education (C+ + training starts from Std VI) • 4 Computer Labs having 150 computers, all laned and connected with 10 mpbs Internet facilities and available to students without interruption ; checked with Fire-Wall Security System.

• IT enabled homework system in Class I & II. • Basket ball, Hockey, Football, Volleyball, Badminton, Cookery, Shooting, Horse Riding, Yoga, Roller Skating, Break Dance, Chess, Instrumental Music, Dance, Karate Etc. • Full-fledged Personality Development Department and Innovative Creations Department.

• Smart interactive digital classrooms • Opportunities offered to every student to perform at least 3 stage programs a year (micro and macro level confidence building activity) & Special remedial programs designed by the Holy Grace Special wing for children with Learning Disabilities.

• Theme based celebrations of all festivals so as to develop tolerance, mutual respect and univer-

sal outlook.

• Monthly Seminars and periodical debate - sessions in which all students from class V and above participate on a rotation basis.

• 30% class time is set apart for co-scholastic activities.

• Students of Class III and above write News daily to acquaint themselves with what happens around them.

• Expert lectures on selected textual portions and interactive sessions with eminent personalities.

• Insists on English as the campus language.

• Exclusive labs for fashion designing, Computer Science, Physics, Chemistry, Biology & Mathematics.

• Compulsory games for 1 hour daily (Std. I VIII) • Pioneers in introducing the light weight bag and file bag system.

• Introduced “Smart Kindergarten” branded international class room.

Motivational sessions

The Principal, a free lance trainer extends exclusive motivational sessions on various modules to all Students from Std II to XII and Parents.

Introduction of class magazines/ digests & school magazine All Classes (LKG- XI) have been given a rare opportunity to reflect their creative and multifarious hidden talents from 2015 in Class Digests. The first edition of School Magazine, GRACEALOGUE was launched in 2016.

The Physical Education Department includes specialists in various Games. Viz, Football, Hockey, Volley ball, Kho-Kho, Athletics, Aerobics, Swimming, Basket Ball, Shuttle Badminton, Shooting etc. The service of 6 regular Physical Education Trainers and 4 Part-time Trainers ensure one hour mandatory Physical Education & Games for all children. The management has also made school for all Games and Inter House Championships are also being conducted.

The school is one among few in Kerala has excellent facilities , team and a dedicated coach for Hockey, the national game of the Country. Every year our school participates in CBSE South Zone Hockey Championship.

Confidence building activities (CBA)

The School has well articulated “Micro Level and Macro Level Con-

fidence Building Activities.” The new format of Morning Assembly is implemented from 08 June 15 (Grade I- XII) Separate Assemblies for Grade I & II, III & IV, V & VI, VII and VIII, IX & X, XI and XII. It ensures optimum opportunities for Macro level Confidence Building Activities. The line of commands inculcates the ‘value’ of accepting hierarchy in a system, so that they are acquainted with real public school decorum. It can ensure real confidence enhancement initiative for all students. The Zero Period Activities for 3 days (I- X) extend Micro level Confidence Building Activities for all children and being monitored by Class Teachers.

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Excellent facilities , team and a dedicated coach for Hockey, the national game of the Country. Every year the school participates in CBSE South Zone Hockey Championship.

Holy Grace Academy has an exclusive ground for Kho Kho. The team of Girls and Boys participate in District level and All Kerala Kho Kho Tournaments. For last three consecutive years the school is winning prizes at State level and eligible for Nationals.

The Academy has trained physical education teachers who encourage students to excel in the sport. Students are assured to participate in various competitions. A new team for the Girls also have been launched in

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Horse Riding, the privilege of selected residential schools of hill stations, is made available to GRACEANS. An expert Trainer is appointed for effective Training Sessions. The Boarders get lot of opportunities beyond regular school hours.

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The team of roller skating of our school participate in various categories in inter school, district level and national level tournaments and have won many prizes. We have a skilled trainer to equip our skaters in Roller Hockey too.

Shooting as sporting event is promoted in the school, though rare in CBSE Schools.

The Shooting Club with 250 members from Grade VI to X is under guidance of an exclusive Coach from Indian Air Force. The shooters bring laurels to the school by winning many prizes at District and State level.

In India around 13-14% of school children suffer from learning disorders (LD). The problem with learning disorders is that it may not manifest itself during a child’s early stage of development. Children with LD get admission in a normal school and every year they are promoted as per the routine process.

When these children reach class VI or VII they will face difficulties in learning and comprehension which ultimately leads to various issues like being ridiculed by their peers, reprimanded by their teachers and scolded by their parents. The unfortunate result of all this will be expulsion from school which actually happens through no fault of theirs. They become frus-

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trated and bewildered, becoming failures in later life. Ironically, in India the policy related to LD is yet to achieve a breakthrough. The reality is that despite government rules, schools are yet to ensure that children with LD get special support and training. Only a few schools are aware of the problem. On the positive side, an exact assessment of the individual student and timely intervention can help the child in gaining a realistic understanding of his or her disability and the means whereby such disabilities can be overcome successfully. Identifying the exact nature of the disability is important in order to customize the training to the child’s requirements.

It is this exigency that prompted Holy Grace Inclusive Education Centre for Learning Disabilities to undertake the project of finding appropriate solutions to the problems of those suffering from LD. The School takes care to give individual attention and training to each child, thus ensuring that all the children are equally benefitted. In this Herculean effort, Holy Grace Academy is the torch bearer in organizing classes for students with LD and Hyperactive Syndrome. The Inclusive Education centre is enriched with experienced and learned faculty in the respective areas.■

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Holy grace grooms business leaders

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he Holy Grace Academy of Management Studies impart quality education with a global edge in the area of management and research. It is the only Institute in South India accredited with IAO, USA. It is also accredited with ACBSP, USA. It is ranked among 75 best MBA colleges in India. It is AICTE approved and Calicut University affiliated and also A-rated (by the Central Government accreditation statutory body, All India Management Association).. Vakkachan Thakkolkaran is the Chairman, K T Benny is the Secretary, Jose Elanjipilly Finance Director, Vice-Chairman is Benny John Aynikkal.

Objectives of the MBA programme

The PG programme in Business Administration at Holy Grace is intended to prepare the students to understand key interactions among the functional areas of a business system and apply key concepts to arrive at meaningful solutions. The programme focuses on a Global outlook and grooms young men and women to become future business leaders. The core idea of the programme is to inculcate confidence, improve communication skills, develop personality and give exposure to multi-culture. Spread over 2 years (4 semesters), the

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• Developing the ability to com-

prehend the changes in the business environment.

• Imparting analytical and decision-making skills.

• Fostering a novel approach to core areas of work, irrespective of the undergraduate specializations

• Producing people with right kind of value systems and culture to work for society as well.

• Developing programmes that meet the quality expectations of students, employers and stakeholders.

•O b t a i n ing comprehensive and current information about management education.

• Locating professional development programmes to keep administrators, faculty, and academic programmes current and effective.

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foundation business course experience will be required to complete additional coursework in quantitative methods, economics and business psychology.

Features of the MBA programme An enriched curriculum running for about 1000 hours per semester.

Personality development programmes like simulation exercises, role-plays, case analysis, psychometric tests, group works etc.

Curriculum revised and updated every year based on faculty interaction with employers Competent and committed faculty having industrial experience Interactions with leading industry practitioners Unique 16 weeks Summer Internship Programme 100% placements assistance On-the-job-training arrangement On-line share trading experience Executive education programmes, in-company training programme, seminars, and workshops for continuing professional education Fully equipped Wi-Fi computer lab and library

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• Focus on Indian and International Case Studies • Global Affiliations The students at Holy Grace are equipped with a holistic outlook towards life based on ethical values; and social responsibilities have many first to its credit.

1.The first institute in Kerala to be accredited by IAO, and ACBSP, USA 2.The first B-School in Kerala to offer International study tour to China, Singapore, Paris & Germany.

3.Corporate-Academia Interaction by top Management Executives and entrepreneurs.

4.Training modules on domains

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ranging from soft skills, Statistical packages, share broking and corporate finance drills.

5.Wi-Max and Wi-Fi enabled campus 6.Physical and psychological nurturing through out-door and indoor games and sports like Football, Cricket, Volley ball, Billiards, Tennis and Yoga.

7. Contributes to the body of knowledge through research publications and International conference. A virtual library with most advanced IT Bay keeps students updated and profoundly informed of the happenings of the business world, in addition to contributing to their computer wizardry. To top it all, the J-Gate and ProQuest databases to which the Academy is a regular subscriber, offer full text referencing of about 8000 world-class academic journals.

Following courses are also included in the curriculum based on the trends and the requirements of the market: • Retailing • Supply Chain and Logistics Man agement • Advertising Management • Enterprise Management • Banking & Insurance Manage ment

• Performance Management In addition, the MBA programme starts with a two-week orientation programme called Course Immersion Module, which offers introduction to: • Accounting.

• Business Statistics • English Language skills • Soft Skills Development • Team building, Ethics, Business Communication.

• Train the trainer • Theatre workshop Holy Grace Academy of Management Studies curriculum is de-

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signed to give students an extensive understanding of the disciplines like Marketing, Finance, Human Resources, Operations, and MIS. Spread over Four semesters, the course includes an extensive pedagogy which is rigorously followed catering to the needs of its students.

HGAMS follows a credit semester system with evaluations on periodical basis. The students in their first year are given ample exposure to basic management subjects, which later branches into specializations of their choice during the second year.

The course curriculum of Holy Grace Academy of Management Studies includes Industrial Training and work project. In addition to these the students have to undergo training, development programmes, seminars, workshops, and skill enhancement programmes of various magnitudes at regular intervals.

Specialisations: Every student will study subjects based on the electives opted for. The electives are chosen from the subjects listed herewith while the industry internship and project will be based on the student’s preference. Students are required to choose any two streams (Dual Specialisation) from the list of electives given below: Indicative List of Electives - For Semesters 3 & 4 ■Marketing ■ Finance■ Systems■ ■ Human Resource ■ International Business

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Holy Grace Academy of Engineering

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he success of the management of the school paved the way for the launching of the BTech. It is a fully industry- oriented package and all that the industry needs are strategically wrapped around as super competency addon modules. There are a host of exceptional features or `differences’ in the institution. Holy Grace carved a niche in the annals of educational history when it diversified into the engineering stream with the inauguration of the BTech course for women in 2011. Sani Edattukaran is the Chairman, Benny John Aynikkal is the Secretary a n d Antony Maliakkal is the Treasurer.

T h e H o l y Grace Academy of Engineering offers a complete industry endorsed package with the university syllabus at its core and all that the industry needs strategically bound around as super competency add-on modules. The program offers specialization in Civil, Computer Science, Electronics & Communication and Electrical & Electronics with faculty from IIT, NIIT and re-

cultural and social values among its students. The school trains them to be God fearing individuals with versatile personalities who will one day serve the nation with their unique skills, passionate ideas and humble nature.

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nowned universities in India. The Academy provides industrial visits abroad and within the country.

VISION

Holy Grace Academy CBSE School aims to build a strong foundation by inculcating deep rooted

It is the mission of Holy Grace Academy CBSE School to impart world class training to its students through a host of innovative training methodologies supported by a state - of- the- art enabling environment facilitating high-tech learning.

Holy Grace accomplishes the dream of transforming a ‘Team of Total Quality Students’ with positive mindset.

Reading habits will be improved and Confidence building activities such as Seminars, Debates, Anchoring by the students are implemented to explore the creativity, imagination, presentation skills and intellectual audacity of the students. Mandatory one hour play time for the classes [I- VIII] accompanied with activity packed curriculum enhance the soft skills of all children placed under our care.

AIMS & OBJECTIVES • To impart education having global standards with innovative practices.

• To become a path maker for the young generation by rejuvenating the moribund values.

• The 3 way process in education ie Formation, Information and Transformation to be accomplished.

• To form “Good Children” not mere “Smart Ones”.

• To transform our children into ‘Total Quality Students’ (TQS) – so as to cater global requirements.

• Above all, our stake holders deserve to get back ‘Human beings with substance and good character’.■

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AndhyodAyA

makes the planet a place to live in W

orld has becoming pauper day by day in respect of its resources given by the nature for the betterment of the mankind.

The man, due to his greed, exploiting the resources indiscriminately for his personal pleasure or amassing the wealth. He looted the nature and tilted the equilibrium of environment, depleted the energy and water. Unscientific way of handling the waste has made earth the planet a junkyard. In advanced countries they are now going back to nature by harvesting water, using alternative energy and by systematic way of waste management.

They are scientifically advanced and also rich. But in India, 90% of the population are below the poverty line and they do not know about the miseries which their coming generation has to suffer.

Kerala has achieved 100% literacy way back but, no educated youth has not come forward to find a solution for this or smelled the umpteen opportunities underlying in it till about two decades before.

But, Peter Thettayil, a Philosophy Student, at the age of 30, thought differently. He knew that the world was going to be poor in its resources like Water, Waste management and environment equilibrium. He wanted to make these sectors rich.

So, in 1990, together with six likeminded people, he started an NGO, by name The Andhyodaya at Angamaly in Ernakulam district of Kerala state. The aim of the organization was to initiate projects and programmes which would develop the above sectors. Though the establishment of the NGO was in 1990, he had to wait till 1994 to start the activities. Andhyodaya- etymological meaning of the word is ‘unto the Last’; interpreted meaning in Social development sector is ‘Rise of Last

man in Society’; in other words, Development of the poor. “ This call of the poor urged formation of the NGO and planning & implementation of projects covering these crisis areas. We walk innovative paths to reach the goal. Renewable Energy Projects, Rain Water Harvesting, Carbon Emission Reduction Projects and programs were init i a t e d to move closer to the goals,” said Peter Thettayil, the Executive Director of Andhyodhaya. “ On October 2, 1 9 9 4 , The Andhyodaya started its activities from a rented 90 square feet room in Angamaly with just 2 staff. Today the organization has more than 200 people including Technician, supervisors and Administrative staff; activities are spread in projects of smokeless chullas, Biogas Plants, Rain Water Harvesting, Carbon Credits, Solar Water Heaters, Solar Power Plants and Solar Invertors. Today the organization functions in a 12,000 square feet building by the side of M C Road in Angamaly. Geographical areas of operation is spread in whole state of Kerala, parts of Tamil

Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, North East and Madhya Pradesh.

Andhyodaya also has consultative projects in Uganda and Angola in Africa.

In 2008, The Andhyodaya became the first NGO in India to trade Carbon Credits of biogas plants. In Collaboration with Chicago Climate Exchange (CCX), USA, the organiz a t i o n reached financial a s s i s tance to more than 25,000 biogas plant owners of Kerala state and 15,000 of Andhra Pradesh under the Carbon Credit Programme. Much before that in 2006, The Andhyodaya bagged the first UNESCO India Water Award for constructing the largest number of Rooftop Rainwater Harvesting Systems in Kerala and in Lakshadweep Islands. In 2007, The Andhyodaya received the ‘Upabhoktru Sadbhavana Award’ for the committed services to the customers of biogas programme from Consumer Protection council.

But, a most memorable recognition came to the organization recently from the Government of Kerala. In the NGO Sector, The Andhyodaya

bagged the coveted ‘Akshya Urja Award’ from ANERT, Government of Kerala, on 28th February 2018.

Executive Director Peter Thettayil received the award and the Appreciation Certificate from Power Minister M M Mani in the presence of Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan.

Till now, The Andhyodaya has installed more than 3,000 smokeless chullas constructed 4,000 biogas plants for cooking gas, installed about 5000 FRP Portable biogas plants for domestic waste management under the ‘Suchitwa Mission’ of Government of Kerala.

Andhyodaya founded an exclusive division for implementation of Solar Projects by name Alternate Energy Corporation ( AECO ). It is a channel partner of MNRE, Government of India and an empanelled agency of ANERT, Government of Kerala.

"We undertake Solar Smart ( OFF Grid ) and Solar Connect ( ON Grid ) programmes with subsidy from Government of India to the tune of 30% of the project cost. Nearly 1 mega watt Rooftop Solar Power Plants have been installed by the organization starting from 5kwp to 100kwp Viswajyothi Public School Angamaly, Federal Institute of Science and Technology (FISAT) Mookannur, Viswajyothi Engineering College Vazhakulam, St Mary’s College Trissur, Deva Matha CMI Public School--Trissur are some of our valued customers. More than one lakh litre capacity Solar Water Heaters have been installed throughout our state. Recently a new project by name Clean Energy Promotion programme ( CEPP ) was launched to accelerate the Solar Water Heater Programme. Under this, Subsidy is available to the public from Rs 3000- to Rs 15,000 depending on the capacity of each Solar water

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“In Andhyodaya, customer is King and various projects are having one aim of keeping him happy and making the nature cleaner, Healthier and Rich--the true Andhyodaya spirit. These achievements speak of the quality of service a n d

commitment to activities.

We are contributing our share in facing global issues by implementing projects and programmes conducive to local conditions. But the goal in still far and we have 'miles to go before it’s reached.

The Organization has a wonderful dream of reaching the 5 megawatt ON Grid Solar Power Plant installation during the Silver Jubilee year 2019”, he added.

Peter Thettayil is happily married to Mary Kunju, who is the real inspiration and support for his life. Blessed with four children---Praveen MBA, Priyanka MBA, Pravitha, student

( MBBS ) ,Praveena, student ( MBA ). Family is the real place of rest and joy for the Executive Director.

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To be a center par excellence in rendering social development and harmony focusing on conserving energy, managing water and preserving environment through appropriate alternatives and technologies

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To initiate innovative interventions, utilizing appropriate technologies

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Biogas Extension Programme

As the name itself suggests, a biogas plant uses bio-wastes to garner domestic fuel. The principle behind this is anaerobic digestion. In this method, the digestion of organic matter is carried out in the ab-

sence of air in a deep tank. During the process, anaerobic bacteria convert organic solids to methane, carbon dioxide, hydrogen sulphide, ammonia etc. The degradation of the organic matter takes place in two stages. The first stage involves the acid forming bacteria, which hydrolyses the waste into shorter chain organic compounds like organic alcohols, acids and ammonia.

In the second stage, methanogenic bacteria convert these intermediate products into gases.

Biogas plants are based on the anaerobic t e c h n o l o g y, which serve dual purpose of reducing environmental pollution and generating energy. ``The Andhyodaya has constructed more than 23,000 domestic biogas plants and 1200 institutional biogas plants. We are one of the project partners of the ANERT, Govt of Kerala State Nodal Agency for Renewable Energy Programme. We also join hands with the Khadi Village Industries Commission (KVIC) in implementing all types of renewable energy programmes in the state of Kerala.

In constructing biogas plants we mainly consider rubber latex waste water, cow dung, piggery waste and kitchen waste as the raw materials.

Subsidies are reached to the beneficiaries from Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), Govt. of India and Agency for Non-Conventional Energy and Rural Technology (ANERT)

BIOGAS PLANT

Biogas plant is a farmer friendly, both urban and rural friendly, renewable energy technologies. It’s a cost effective and eco friendly mechanism to avail : • Cooking Gas • Lighting •

Organic Manure • Bio Pesticide

OUR PARTNERS

• Dept .of Agriculture- Govt.of Kerala • ANERT - Govt.of Kerala • KVIC - Govt.of India • Local Self Help Groups

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS

• Domestic Biogas plants, 2m3 to 6m3 - 23,000 Nos. • Institutional Biogas plants 10m3 to 60m3 - 1,200 Nos. • 1m3 FRP Portable Biogas Plants - 185 Nos

Biogas Plants Biogass Plant for Waste management

"There are organic, Non organic and Electronic waste to be managed. In fact waste is not waste but it is wealth. Government of Kerala set up a state Nodal Agency by name 'Suchitwa Mission' to make the state really a 'Gods Own Country'. The Andhyodaya is one of the service providers of this Nodal

Agency right from the start of the same. We are into management of organic waste both at the domestic level and at the institution level.

The medium of organic waste management is 'Biogas Plants'.

There are mini FRP portable biogas plants for the household level organic waste management and there are large Fixed dome biogas plants for Institution level waste management. We work hand in hand with the LSG Bodies like Gramapanchayaths, Mu-

nicipalities and Corporations. We have our own biogas plants production unit with a capacity to produce 500 plants per month. The unit is led by an expert team of technicians."

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Swchitwa Mission - Govt. of Kerala Grama Panchyaths Muncipalities Corporations Service Clubs like,Lions Clubs,Rotary Clubs etc..

Self Help groups

OUR ACHIVEMENTS

"We have distributed more than 11,000 biogas plants to families under the scheme through our partner organizations."

ANDHYODAYA SOLAR WATER HEATER

"Our Country is rich in Sunlight and tapping of Solar Energy is imperative to save the mother earth and protect the future human generations.

We are one of the approved manufactures of the MNRE, Government of India. And also, we are a Channel Partner of the Ministry. Andhyodaya, has an exclusive division to promote and implement Solar Energy Programes by name Alternate Energy Corporation (AECO)."

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Solar Water Heater Programme was introduced to our area of activity in the year 2000.Initaily the project was exclusively in market mode. But later Central and State Governments came up with financial assistance to the project. ANERT is the State Nodal Agency for promotion of Solar Water Heaters in the state. Flat Plate Collectors were in use at the early stages of the programme but now the Evacuvated Glass Tube Technology is in practice which is more efficient and cost effective.

"We are an approved manufacturer of Solar Water Heater by the MNRE, Govt.of India and we are a channel partner of the Ministry: our rating by Crisil is 3B."

"Varsha" - Rainwater Harvesting Scheme

"The project was undertaken by us under the aegis of Kerala Water Authority (KWA), govt. of Kerala, envisaging construction of ferro cement rain water harvesting systems in the districts of Ernakulam, Alleppy, Kottayam, Thiruvananthapuram and Pathanamthitta. through this project we have covered more than 30,000 families. introduction of a new technology in government sector-ferro cement technology-is one of the indirect advantages of the project. we have constructed rain water harvesting systems in more than 500 government institutions and schools. the largest single rainwater system we have constructed is having 200000 ltr capacity."

"Other water management programmes we implement are WGDP (western ghatt development program), NWDPRA (national water development project under rain fed areas) and RAINS (rainwater harvesting awareness implementation network system), Jalanidhi of KRWSA under the world bank project."

OUR ACHIVEMENTS

"We have installed 1,75,000 sqm collector area both at the domestic and institutional sectors."

OUR PARTNERS

ANERT - Govt.of Kerala MNRE - Govt.of India Service Clubs like, Lions Clubs, Rotary Clubs etc..

ANDHYODAYA SOLAR PHOTAVOLATIC PROGRAMME

"Our Country is rich in Sunlight and tapping of Solar Energy is imperative to save the mother earth and protect the future human generations. We are one of the approved manufactures of the MNRE, Government of India. And also, we are a Channel Partner of the Ministry.

Andhyodaya, has an exclusive division to promote and implement Solar Energy Programes by name Alternate Energy Corporation (AECO)."

"We entered Solar Photovoltaic Programme through distribution of Solar Lanterns and Solar pumps under the World Bank project through the IREDA,in the year 2000-2001.

Now,we are also doing Solar Street Lights, On Grid and Off Grid Rooftop Solar Power Plants.Both Central and State Governments are promoting the project with financial assistance."

"We are rated 3C by the ICRA under the MNRE Programme and we are a Channel Partner of the Ministry for both On Grid and Off Grid programmes."

OUR ACHIEVEMENTS • Solar Lanterns :4560 Nos. • Solar Street Lights :450 Nos. • Solar Home Lighting Systems

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:1710 Nos. • Solar Pumps :15 Nos. • Off Grid Solar Power Plants :470KVA • On Grid Solar Power Plants :1.2MW

OUR PARTNERS is needed per day. Hence 10,000 litres of rainwater can suffice the need for drinking water for a family of 5 for a period of three months. In a place, which gets an

OUR PARTNERS

ANERT - Govt.of Kerala MNRE - Govt.of India Service Clubs like,Lions Clubs,Rotary Clubs etc..

Self Help groups

Rainwater Harvesting

Kerala gets an average of 250 to 300 cm rainfall, annually. Due to the steep terrain, the major chunk of the rainwater falling reaches the Oceans within a span of 48 hours.

This rainwater if harvested, can be used for drinking and cooking purposes during the stringent summers. Rainwater is harvested from the rooftops of buildings by channeling through chutes. Passing through layers of sand, gravel and activated carbon filters it before it gets collected in the harvesting tank. It is a proven fact that rainwater thus collected and kept without contact with air or sunlight can be retained pure for a year. Thus collecting rainwater at every household is the most economical and feasible remedy for shortage of drinking water.

For an individual, per day, 20 litres of water is needed for cooking and drinking purposes. Thus for a family of 5, around 100 litres of water

Indira Gandhi National Open University Study Centre

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he Andhyodaya has been approved as one of the study centres of Indira Gandhi National Open University, (IGNOU). various computer courses are being conducted under this programme. It is planned to take up courses like Rain water harvesting, Carbon emission reduction, Solar technologies, Biogas plants.

average 200cm of rainwater annually, a surface area of 8 sq.m is enough to fill a harvesting tank of capacity 10,000 litres in 8 days.

The cost per litre on rainwater harvested in a ferro cement tank is around 2 rupees less than that from a synthetic tank. Moreover, the technology is eco-friendly.

The cost is further reduced if the tank is built underground.

Kerala Rural Water Supply & Sanitation Agency (KRWSA) - Govt.of Kerala Kerala Water Authority (KWA) - Govt.of Kerala Western Ghats Development Programme (WGDP) - Govt.of India Local Self Government bodies Department of Water Supply - Govt.of India.

Social Development and Welfare Programmes

Help To Tsunami Victims

The Andhyodaya extended a helping hand to the victims by providing clothes and constructing houses founded by the Caritas India

Support to Poor Students

"The Andhyodaya being sensitive to the social obligations in the form of promoting education among the weaker sections in our society. We provide poor students from the schools in our district with uniforms and study materials each year, a good number. This is an ongoing programme of the organizations

Distribution of Clothes to Orphanages and Old Ages Homes

"In association with Lions Clubs International district 324 E4, we implemented this project in the districts of Ernakulam and Idukki. we collected about 4.5 tons of clothes and distributed the same to over 32 institutions benefiting more than 2000 individuals."■

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aSiEt committed to tech education of global standard di Shankara Institute of Engineering & Technology (ASIET), established at Kalady in 2001 with the aim of providing value-added technical education, soon became the most-sought-after institute in the technical education sector in Kerala. ASIET is a budding example of socially committed tech education deeply rooted in technical as well as moral excellence.

The institute is committed to serving the nation and humanity by bestowing quality education well-grounded in the principles of engineering and technology and by providing an ambience that is conducive to the growth of professional education, industrial and social upliftment. ASIET was set up with a mission to build a strong centre of excellence in Engineering and Technology targeting global standards. The idea was to provide a good environment for individuals to transform into technologically superior, socially committed, spiritually elevated and nationally responsible citizens. As a result of this focus, the institute has industrial tie-ups with Infosys, Sriram Groups, TCS etc.

Inspired by the ancient philosophy of Adi Sankara, the Adi Sankara Trust keeps the light burning for the generations to come. It has been a pioneer for the last 50 years in catering to the growing demands of highly specialized science graduates and technologists. The trust today owns six prestigious educational institutions, namely, Sree Sankara College, Sree Sarada Vidyalaya, Adi Sankara Institute of Engineering & Technology, Adi Sankara Business School, Bharathi Theertha Education Society, Adi Sankara Training College, PNNM Ayurveda Medical College, Sree Sarada Special School & Adi Sankara College of Arts & Science.

At present the management of ASIET is in the hands of Sri K Anand, the Managing Trustee. who is ably assisted by a group of young, dedicated and competent faculty.

Some Land Mark Achievements of ASIET are: a) ASIET is the first new generation engineering college that has acquired ISO certification in Quality Management. b) The college has launched the first national cultural and technical festival called “Brahma” which is being conducted every year. c) So far ten batches have passed out with excellent academic results under MG University with 24 university ranks & 85% pass percentage. d) Dr A P J Abdul Kalam visited the college twice and had an interaction with students. e) ASIET is conducting free computer literacy programme for people in Kalady Panchayat. f) Rain water harvesting project for conserving water resources (16 Lakh Litre capacity rain water harvesting) was commissioned.

ASIET offers following courses under graduation level: B Tech Degree( 4 Years in 8 Semesters) courses in Applied Electronics & Instrumentation, Electronics & Communication Engineering (Two Batches), Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Information Technology, Mechanical Engineering (Two Batches) & Civil Engineering.

ASIET also provides PG Courses in engineering which are: i) M Tech in VLSI & Embedded Systems, ii) M Tech in Power Electronics & Power Systems, iii) M Tech in Computer Science & Engineering & iv)M Tech in Communication Engineering.

MBA at ASIET is offering specializations in Marketing Management, Human Resource Management and Financial Management. The Institute is also offering non-credit papers in contemporary areas of management like logistics, entrepreneurship management etc.

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Multinational companies regularly visit the campus to get energetic and qualified employees. Some of the companies who visited ASIET during 2013-2014 are TCS, CTS, UST Global, Reliance Communications, PCIL, L&T Infotech, Godrej Infotech, I Gate Patni, Sri Ram Group of Companies, Videocon, Nippon Toyota, SAP, KPMG, Federal Bank, South Indian Bank, ICICI Bank, HDFC Life etc.■

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Ameena Anwar bagged the Most Admired Woman Entrepreneur Award on Women’s Day, March 8, at Adlux Convention Centre, Angamaly, Ernakulam district. Ameena is the proprietor of an enterprise in Kochi dealing in lingerie of Limora brand. Her spouse, Anwar, runs `New Swiss Watches’ showroom at Broadway in Kochi.

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Powermech Diesels is exclusively dealing in KOEL Green DG sets in the range 2.4 KVA to 1010 KVA. Powermech Controls & Safety represents leading brands like 3M, Draeger, Bata and many other companies. They have a long list of clients both in private and public sector spread across the

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They believe in customer retention and give utmost importance for the same.

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VISWAJYOTHI

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY, VAZHAKULAM

VISWAJYOTHI THOU ART QUALITY Established in the year 2001 as a self-financing Engineering College approved by AICTE and affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU), Kerala, Viswajyothi College of Engineering and Technology has grown manifold and has earned the reputation as a trendsetter in Engineering Education. The building complex of the College with an area of about 5 Lakh sq. ft. is situated in a sprawling campus of 26 acres, nestled among lush greenery over a hillock on the side of the Ernakulam – Thodupuzha State Highway.

A highly committed Management Team of Diocesan Technical Education Trust under the auspices of Catholic Diocese of Kothamangalam with the noble vision of transforming Viswajyothi College of Engineering and Technology into an International Center of Excellence in Engineering and Management Education; a competent and dedicated Faculty; scientifically planned infrastructural facilities with state-of-the-art Laboratories, Workshops and full-fledged teaching-learning set ups along with an excellent work culture and campus atmosphere have enabled VJCET to carve a niche for itself amongst the self-financing college in Kerala within a short span of time.

DEPARTMENT OF MANAGEMENT STUDIES Department of Management Studies of Viswajyothi College of Engineering and Technology, popularly known as Viswajyothi School of Management

Studies (VSMS) is a part of the Viswajyothi College of Engineering and Technology (VJCET).

VJCET started the full-time MBA course of the MG University in 2009 and within a short span of time it has earned a name for itself and is posed for the next phase of development with a boarder scope of activities and a clear vision, mission and set of objectives.

Major strengths of VSMS are the dynamic, highly committed and visionary management; the state –of-the art infrastructure and well qualified, experienced and very dedicated faculty with diverse academic and industrial background. Among all the B. Schools of Kerala VSMS has the largest number of publications authored by the faculty.

A number book of the faculty of VSMS is recommended by Universities and Institutes throughout India for a variety of courses.

Several of them are recommended by AICTE and UGC for various courses.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME Viswajyothi offers Management Programme (MBA, affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University (KTU) and approved by AICTE) through its management school, Viswajyothi School of Management Studies (VSMS). VSMS is dedicated to the development of promising leaders who can create wisdom, innovation from action, networks from contacts and sustained adaptability from changes.

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VSMS opens up new frontiers in the global management scene, and equips the students with the skill-set to cope with today’s business environment which is filled with complexity and uncertainty.

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Leadership Team

Msgr. Dr. Cherian Kanjirakombil Rev. Dr. George Thanathuparambil Manager - Viswajyothi Director- Viswajyothi

Dr. Josephkunju Paul C. Principal - Viswajyothi

Dr. FrancisCherunilam Dean - Management Studies

VISWAJYOTHI COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY Vazhakulam P.O, Muvattupuzha, Ernakulam - 686670 Telephone: 0485- 2262211, 2262255 | Mob: 9847922281 email: vjcet@vjcet.org website: vjcetmba.in

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The Focus is mainly on the growth of our students and moulding them into the emerging global management scenario as perfect managers to take up leadership challenges in the business sector.

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It is our commitment to develop this Institute as a “Centre for Management Excellence� in par with the best available facilities in tune with the accepted international standards. To realise and achieve these objectives, we are emphasizing on the following aspects in our curriculum.

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Management Development & Executive Coaching Projects & Consultancies Self-Development & Confidence Building Reading & Building up information base Communication Skills & Interacting Capacity Corporate Interface & Industrial Exposure Informational Learning & Transformational Training Decision Making & Resource Management

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Ethics, Values & Social Responsibility Role Prescriptions & Role Performance Team Work & Leadership Social Education & Moral Insights Commitment & Professional Quality Environment Management & Legal Awareness

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Homes built on values by the most trusted hands T

hanks to the exceptional leadership of Kochouseph Chittilappilly, business icon and humanitarian who is well-known for his trustworthiness and truthfulness, Veegaland Developers has established itself as a reputed name in the construction business within a short span of time. Veegaland stands for aesthetic designs, scientifically engineered structure, clever space planning and cutting-edge energy solutions and has earned the patronage of clients and goodwill of customers through its innovative, quality-oriented approach.

Veegaland Developers’ distinctive understanding of human requirements and environmental insights enable them to provide great living spaces.

After the successful completion and on-time handing over of three projects, Veegaland introduces two new projects at Kakkand and Eroor and is all set to launch five more projects respectively in Thris-

sur, Kozhikode, Edapally, Kakkanad and Tripunithura.

Veegaland ‘Bluebell’, strategically situated at the cool spot of Kakkand, opposite to NPOL near NGO Quarters, is a premium and limitededition apartment project. The aesthetically and precisely engineered structure is what gives Veegaland Bluebell, a 7-storied building with just 14 apartments, its cutting-edge look and brilliance. Veegaland Bluebell is a retreat set in a classy and refined neighborhood to offer you luxurious living amidst a tranquil ambience like never before.

Veegaland ‘KingsFort’ at Eroor, Thripunithura, is another ongoing project which offers you an exceptional lifestyle beyond ordinary with all exclusive amenities which help you rise to regality. Situated just 1.7 km from Vyttila Mobility Hub, Veegaland KingsFort connects you well with the city and at the same time offers you a peaceful setting.

One of the completed projects is Veegaland ‘Petunia & Begonia’ at Kaloor. It is a unique twin-tower luxury apartment complex sited a few steps away from the Kochi Metro Kaloor station. Conceived with ecofriendly principles, the apartments are unique in architecture, amenities and ambience, with a pronounced leaning towards nature. A few more flats are available at ‘Petunia & Begonia’ and customers can now own and live-in with some ex-

clusive benefits like, 15KW free Solar Power, free pure water from open wells within the project, free 1 Ton Inverter AC, and so on.

Veegaland Kingstown at Tripunithura is another completed project ahead of schedule with very limited availability and customers can move in immediately.

Veegaland’s customer orientation and commitment to deliver quality products on time are sure to win over the trust of discerning home seekers. Many more ambitious projects are on the drawing board of the management and are definite to make a telling difference in housing development sector. ■

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