Media Release
Mangaluru, Sep 13: The School of commerce, finance and accountancy and the school of business and management at St Aloysius (deemed to be university), in collaboration with the Business Intelligence Lab (BIL), successfully organized the third edition of the Industry-Academia Interaction. The event, held at the L F Rasquinha Hall, was inaugurated by lighting the ceremonial lamp, symbolizing the start of a new, insightful interaction.
Dr Manuel Tauro, dean of the School of commerce and accountancy, welcomed the gathering by emphasizing the need for education to bridge the gap between academia and industry. "There needs to be constant interaction between educational institutions and industrial experts," he said, highlighting that this forum aims to provide a synthesis of accounting reports and analytical tools to prepare students for the demands of the modern business world.
A plaque of honour was presented to the resource person, CMA Ramsankar Mishra, senior manager (finance) at MRPL, recognizing his distinguished career. CMA Mishra received the 8th CMA Award from the Institute of Cost Accountants of India in 2024, which was presented by the Hon'ble member of parliament, Bhartruhari Mehtab.
Roger Mathew, managing head of the Business Intelligence Lab, addressed the students, urging them to be confident as they prepare to enter the corporate world. He spoke about the challenges of transitioning from academic life to a professional environment and credited CMA Mishra's role in designing a curriculum that integrates practical skills. He noted that the university's goal is to produce a "confident" and "knowledgeable" graduates who can contribute to India's global rise.
In his keynote address, CMA Ramshankar Mishra captivated the audience with his practical insights. He encouraged students to embrace continuous learning, stating, "Boon Boon Pani se samandar banega" (drop by drop, an ocean will form). He also urged the younger generation to stay competitive by constantly updating their skills, highlighting that top companies are now focused on integrating advanced technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) into their business. He challenged the students to make the most of the opportunity to learn practical concepts.
Dr Praveen Martis S J, vice chancellor of St Aloysius (deemed to be university), delivered the presidential address, reiterating the institution's commitment to bridging the industry-academia gap. He emphasized that learning is a lifelong journey and encouraged students to remain open-minded and passionate about their education. He appreciated the resource person’s gesture for going beyond his official work at MRPL to share knowledge, helping students prepare for the challenges of a dynamic world.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks from Arjun Prakash, staff coordinator, who expressed his gratitude to the vice chancellor, the resource person, and all the key members who contributed to the success of the program. He also acknowledged the hard work of the student coordinators and faculty members, concluding that events like these are a testament to the university's dedication to make its students truly industry-ready.