JAMMU / BHUBANESWAR, Jul 22: Birla Global University (BGU) organised its Commencement Day Programme for the incoming Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) 2026–30 batch, marking the beginning of the students’ academic journey.
The event was attended by Brishti Mondal, Vice President and Head–HR, Nomura Research Institute Fintech, as the Chief Guest, and Ankur Zutshi, Principal, IQVIA, Basel, Switzerland, as the Guest of Honour. They were joined by Prof. Kulbhushan Balooni, Vice Chancellor; Prof. P. Nayak, Dean, Birla School of Management; Tanmay Kumar Pattanayak, Registrar; faculty members, alumni, staff and students.
Addressing the students, Brishti Mondal encouraged them to continuously upgrade their skills and broaden their knowledge across multiple domains. She advised students to develop problem-solving abilities and remain adaptable in a rapidly changing professional environment.
Guest of Honour Ankur Zutshi described success as a journey driven by purpose, persistence and perspective. He urged students to remain focused on their goals, persevere through challenges and recognise opportunities in every situation.
Vice Chancellor Prof. Kulbhushan Balooni encouraged students to cultivate curiosity and critical thinking. He emphasised the importance of asking meaningful questions, pursuing holistic development and using artificial intelligence as a tool without becoming overly dependent on it.
Welcoming the new batch, Prof. P. Nayak stressed that long-term success depends on the three Cs—Curiosity, Competency and Character. He urged students to develop these qualities throughout their academic and professional lives.
Registrar Tanmay Kumar Pattanayak encouraged students to actively participate in campus activities, step beyond their comfort zones and pursue their goals with determination and a clear roadmap.
The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Saswati Tripathy, Programme Coordinator, BBA, Birla School of Management.
As part of the induction process, the university will organise a seven-day orientation and immersion programme beginning on July 23, aimed at familiarising students with academic expectations, industry practices and campus life.