KIET School of Management (KSOM), KIET (Deemed to be University), Ghaziabad, hosted the CII – Majestic Skill Will Lead, Edition VII, bringing together student teams from leading management institutions to demonstrate their analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and managerial skills through case-study presentations. It provided a platform for students to analyse real-world business challenges, develop strategic perspectives, and present practical solutions before an expert panel of judges.
The event was organised under the institutional leadership of Prof. Nagaraj Ramrao, Vice-Chancellor, KIET (Deemed to be University), and Dr Manoj Goel, Pro Vice-Chancellor, KIET (Deemed to be University). The opening remarks were delivered by Mr Mahesh Munjal, Convenor, CII WUP Industry Academia Skill Panel and Vice Chairman, CII WUP Zone, who highlighted the importance of industry–academia collaboration and skill-oriented learning in preparing future management professionals. The initiative, led by Prof. (Dr.) Binkey Srivastava, Dean, KIET School of Management (KSOM), underscores the institution’s commitment to fostering practical learning, strengthening managerial skills, and promoting meaningful industry–academia collaboration.
Six participating institutions -AKGIM, KIET, Sharda University, JSB, Amity University and IILM presented their analyses of contemporary business and management challenges. The presentations were evaluated by an esteemed panel comprising Ms Monica Singh (Assoc. VP, Jakson Group), Mr Charit Kishore (Founder, NABL Lab), and Mr Bharat Khetan (Director, Shyra Group). The judges assessed the teams on their analysis, clarity of presentation, practical recommendations, and responses to questions. The programme concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Prof. (Dr.) Binkey Srivastava, Dean, KSOM. The successful conduct of CII – Majestic Skill Will Lead, Edition VII by Dr. Arunima Mishra reaffirmed KIET School of Management’s commitment to fostering industry-oriented management education, experiential learning, and the development of future-ready business leaders.