We foster ethical and social ideals in students by engaging them in a variety of social activities, says Dr Majumdar

Practical experience is critical to a business student's entire development. As a result, Brainware University has incorporated a Learner-centric approach, recognising the need of the hour. Shiksha.com invited Associate Professor Dr Angshuman Majumdar, for a detailed discussion to better grasp the complexities of this approach. He goes into detail about the institute's other policies and projects aimed at helping students become industry-ready.

Dr Angshuman Majumdar is a PhD degree holder in Engineering from Jadavpur University, Kolkata, India. He obtained his MTech in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering with specialisation in Communication System Engineering from KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, in 2007

Read the complete interview below

Q: What is the difference between the teaching methodology in your institute and others?

A: The methods given below differentiate our university from other institutes:

• In addition to the usual teacher-centric methods, we have a learner-centric one that is interactive/ participative in nature
• Lessons are uploaded on the Students’ forum with a recording of class lectures for ready understanding/ referencing
• Frequent assessment of students through interactive methods/ class tests
• Necessary mentoring of students, with special attention to specific requirements
• Remedial classes for slow learners and special classes for fast learners
• Motivating students for the development of innovative thinking by solving problems; writing articles and publishing them in journals of repute
• Frequent parent-teacher meetings for the betterment of student profiles
• Developing an ideal learning environment for every student

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

A: Industry readiness is a broad term that not just takes theoretical knowledge into consideration but also equally includes practical exposure of the student.So, to help students become industry ready, we –  

• Provide technical knowledge and skill as per the requirement of industrial houses
• Help students develope soft skills and contemporary techniques of problem-solving
• Arrange frequent webinars/ workshops with renowned industry persons as speakers
• Organise industry visits for students with a focus on student internships
• Motivate students to participate in competitions related to projects 

Q: What qualities do your students have which other college students lack?

A: We nurture ethical and social values among the students by involving them in various kinds of social activities in neighboring villages periodically. This practice, along with those mentioned above makes our students much superior to students belonging to other institutions.

Q: Do you think the curriculum of the courses taught in your institute fits in with the requirement of the industry?

A: Basic things are already included in the curriculum. Besides, hands-on experience, relating to industry-specific requirements, are inculcated during project/ training period.

Q: Is your college receptive to innovation, technology, science and entrepreneurship?

A: Yes. Research papers are published, patents granted, webinars/ workshops are hosted. Brainware University’s Innovation Council and Incubation Centre, among others, bear testimony to this.