ABBS Provides Holistic Education Experience with Industry Exposure, says Shashank Prakash

Hello! My name is Shashank Prakash, and I am a 22-year-old MBA student at Acharya Bangalore Business School. I have a passion for writing and performing arts, which I have been cultivating for the past four years. I have learned how to balance my passion, studies, and career, making me a multitasker in my early 20s. I enjoy expressing my thoughts through writing and bringing them to the stage, and I am always open to new learning experiences. 

Q1. How did you choose your course of study in school (class XI-XII)? What made you choose an MBA at Acharya Bangalore Business School (ABBS)?

I studied science and electronics in my PU (Pre-University). Although I was quite enthusiastic during my first few years, my enthusiasm didn't last long as I entered my second PU. However, I managed to clear my subjects and found myself comfortable in a place where I could communicate and team up with people for a common cause. This experience prompted me to take up BBA, which gave me a better understanding of the real market scenario globally, including how finance and human power work. This fascinated me to continue studying and pursue my master's. I chose a B-school for my higher education to learn more about networking and become industry-ready. Acharya has a good group of experienced teaching faculty and a placement department that is well-versed in the industry, which helps students understand and adapt to the current corporate world. The campus is spacious, with updated libraries, great amenities, and a lush green environment that makes studying here a comfortable experience.

Q2. How you crack admission in Acharya Bangalore Business School? What all entrance test(s) did you give? Any coaching classes that you took for preparation? Any other colleges that you were trying out for? What challenges did you face while opting for ABBS?

I attempted PGCET exam to do my postgraduate studies. I cleared the exam with a good ranking. A few weeks of preparation and planning helped me clear my exams with ease. According to my ranking, I had four colleges listed out. I had to choose a university among BU and VTU, and a college which had good remarks and facilities. Acharya was indeed a boon for me as it was the only B-school for my ranking and located at a feasible distance. My only expectation was to study in a college with experienced faculty and good placements, Acharya had it all. And the minute I knew all this and after hearing about this college from my fellow seniors and sources, my admission here was hassle-free.

Q3. How do you spend your time at college? Which classes do you like to attend? Which extra-curricular activities are you a part of in college? If given a chance, what else would you want to do? How has your college experience changed you as a person? What opportunities do you see in the future?

Every day at Acharya Bangalore B-School is productive. We are usually occupied with our classes from 9 to 3, with two leisure periods. Classes are conducted in a flexible manner, and the syllabus is covered at a gentle pace. We are provided with study materials, assignments, and projects to understand the subject thoroughly. We are also often engaged in group activities and group assignments to network and build connections. Apart from the regular syllabus, we have co-curricular activities to encourage students to improve and excel themselves. Various clubs like marketing, finance, human resources, tech-oriented, entrepreneurship, data analytics, debate, etc. operate in full swing for students to indulge in. Additionally, there are Tedx, NHRWA, HRST, and other well-known and recognized organizations with an active participation. We are taken to industrial visits to understand how operations take place in an industry, and we have industry tycoons and experts who come and share their valuable experience with us as seminars.

At ABBS, we are also engaged in participating in various college fests to gain an idea of competition, and we conduct student-led activities and fests at the state level. As part of placement activities, we have industry experts who come and train us in preparing for interviews, resume building, solving aptitude questions, and more. With ABBS, I see many opportunities open for me to choose where I can utilize my skills and abilities to the fullest.

Q4. What do you plan in future?

I wish to have a flexible career to manage my passion and my professional life, to have an opportunity to work under the greats of the industry and to excel in what I love to Do. To be a financially independent and open a venture of my own to contribute towards the community of arts.

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Shashank Prakash, an MBA student at ABBS Bangalore

Note: The views expressed in this article are solely the author’s own and do not reflect/represent those of Shiksha