Bhubaneswar: The welcome ceremony of newly enrolled students of the MBA course for 2025-27 was organised by the Birla School of Management of the Birla Global University (BGU) at its Gothapatna campus.
Accenture (Strategy and Consulting) Managing Director Sandeep Singh was the Chief Guest at the event. He shared his dual responsibilities as a corporate leader and marathon runner.
Singh encouraged students to achieve world-class excellence while advising them to inculcate discipline to achieve success.
The programme began with the anthem of BGU. Dean of the School of Management Dr Parameswara Nayak presented the welcome address. Nayak welcomed guests, parents and the freshers.
In his address, Nayak called upon the students to develop discipline, hard work, politeness and knowledge to achieve success.
Registrar of BGU, Professor BK Das, in his address, highlighted the values and journey of the university.
Alumnus of the university Kateswara Kartik spoke about his journey from campus life to corporate world.
Vice Chancellor of BGU, Prof. Kulabhusan Baluni reiterated the university’s commitment towards academic excellence and professional integrity. He highlighted about the varsity’s infrastructure, smart classroom, modern library and hostel facilities.
Dr Snigdha Mohapatra gave the vote of thanks. The event concluded with a plantation drive on BGU campus,
Classes of the new batch of MBA students will commence from July 23.