SP JAIN GLOBAL BLOGS

Over the years I have been asked by many BBA grads for advice on the best career choice and how to achieve it. My answers have changed over the years, but my recommended process has not. Being a visual person, I like to see things, so the first step in starting a career as a fresh grad is to choose the/a position that you aspire to and work backwards to come up with the right starting position and the associated pathway to achieving your goal eventually.

Topics: BBA, Careers, Undergraduate Programs, Thought Leadership, Faculty Insights

Landing your first internship is always special, but for me, it was an extraordinary milestone. While pursuing my undergraduate BBA degree at SP Jain School of Global Management, I had the privilege of studying in Dubai, a city teeming with opportunities. It was here that I secured my first internship at Philips (now Signify), a global leader in lighting solutions. What made this experience even more remarkable was that I was working with the head of the finance department and directly reporting to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). It was both an incredible opportunity and an immense responsibility—one that shaped my professional outlook in profound ways.

Topics: Careers, Undergraduate Programs, Alumni Stories, BDS

In today’s rapidly evolving job market, one field is grabbing attention across all industries: Data Science. With its blend of statistics, programming, and computer science, Data Science is driving decision-making in everything from marketing to sports analytics. For Commerce students wondering if they can join the Data Science wave, the answer is a resounding yes!
This blog explains how, why, and what it takes for a Commerce student to transition to a bachelor’s degree in data science—and thrive in the field.

Topics: Careers, Undergraduate Programs, Thought Leadership, BDS

Today’s globalised world is characterised by greater business and trade facilitations between nation states & a strong impetus towards entrepreneurial ventures. As students complete their 12^th standard examinations, both students and their parents grapple with which course or program to choose from amongst the diverse range of options that are presented to today’s young generation. Once they zero down to the discipline of ‘Management Courses’ at the undergraduate level, the next dilemma that they seem to face is a choice amongst the provided program alternatives; namely a BMS (Bachelor of Management Studies) and a BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration).

Topics: BBA, Careers, Undergraduate Programs, Thought Leadership, BDS, Faculty Insights

In today’s competitive employment market, pursuing a business degree is the steppingstone to a successful career. However, with the increasing specialisation of industries and companies, more students are opting for specialised BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration) programs that focus on specific areas such as marketing, finance or entrepreneurship. This shift reflects the growing demand for tailored expertise in the professional world. A specialised BBA degree offers numerous advantages that can enhance career prospects and provide a competitive edge. Here are five key benefits of pursuing a specialised BBA degree:

Topics: BBA, Careers, Undergraduate Programs, Academics, Faculty Insights

The simple answer is, “We believe in offering innovative solutions.” Our  Executive MBA (EMBA) has been built from the ground up for the busy working professional. It is an 18-month part-time business degree that fits around work schedules, with classes on weekends in the evening.

Topics: Careers, Executive MBA

Topics: Careers, Undergraduate Programs, Alumni Stories, BDS

Before June 2022, a typical day in my life in Kolkata, India, involved me overseeing operations at the family-owned cosmetic manufacturing business and simultaneously juggling my boutique creative agency, The Visual Flair. 

Topics: Careers, Global MBA

Topics: GMBA, Careers, Community, Alumni Stories, SP Jain Alumni