Our research-based methodology keeps students up-to date, says IT HOD at ISBR

HOD for Computer Applications and Information Technology at ISBR Business School Dr Raghavi K Bhujang talks about teaching methodology that makes students industry-ready.

Q: What are the salient features of the teaching methodology adopted by your college? How does this differ from others?

A: We follow research-based methodology to teach students at our B-School. This pedagogy is based on projects, data, facts from the real-time projects that brings up concept-based mapping.

Q: How are you preparing your students to be Industry ready?

A: We also follow case study-based methodology that analyses many projects developed in the IT organisations and their output resultants which keeps the student updated about latest technology followed in IT industry.

Q: What are the qualities you are looking for in student applicants? What qualities do they need to do well in your course?

A: Qualities we look for student applicants:

• Growth mindset
• Ability to connect with real time scenarios based on case studies
• Ability to deal with failure

Qualities they need to do well in course:

• Consistency and persistency for the class attendance
• To be able to set goals
• To be well-organised in terms of subject and studies

Q: How do you ensure that your course curriculum is up to date and meets industry requirements?

A: We continuously take update from the industry on a periodical basis. This helps us keep our curriculum up to date.

Q: Is your college receptive to innovation, technology, science & entrepreneurship? How? Could you cite some examples of these?

A: Yes, our college is receptive to innovation, technology, science & entrepreneurship. We conduct guest lectures and workshops from industry SMEs such as discussion with industry experts regarding Industry 4.0; conducting placement specific trainings such as Aptitude Skills Training and many more; encouraging entrepreneurial skills by touch base with existing entrepreneurs; and through setting up Business Incubation Centre in our college.