The author of this article joined SGT University in 2022 as the Head of Digital Marketing and a lecturer in the MBA program
With over 19 years of experience in academia, I have seen nearly everything in my journey. Without a doubt, my time at SGT University has been the most refreshing and fulfilling, allowing me to explore new areas and interests, thanks to the open support of the management here, who have backed me in multiple roles within the university.
The decision to make the shift here last year was driven by my desire for a change in scenery. I was extremely encouraged in my interviews with the leaders of the university, who were warm, and curious, and showed a genuine appreciation for my past experience and how it could fit with their current needs. In this piece, I will try to give you an insight As An MB Faculty and Professional into SGTU, the values that drew me here, and why I plan to stay and be invested in the success of this institution.
AN EDUCATOR’S PERSPECTIVE
I initially started teaching MBA students at the Faculty of Commerce and Management (FCAM) in the subject of Digital Marketing. What struck me immediately during my first few weeks here was the sense of community and cordiality, both amongst the teachers and the students. My initial transition was seamless due to the kindness of everyone here. The students were, and are, attentive and inquisitive, challenging and constantly asking without any fear. My peers were supportive and helped me better understand the lay of the land, ensuring that I settled in quick.
Another aspect that I seriously appreciated was the freedom and flexibility given to me to decide on my teaching methods. As academicians, we have full leeway to introduce concepts from new perspectives and leave our stamp on pedagogy. This is still something that is rarely found in most Indian universities.
A PROFESSIONAL’S PERSPECTIVE
At Digital Marketing, we oversee all online aspects of the university. This includes promoting through our social media handles, managing and refurbishing our website, starting and monitoring online campaigns, and creating graphics and banner content for all of our 18 faculties. Looking over all of this is no easy task, but what has sincerely helped was the decentralised structure of operations, which allows me to mold and create our digital strategies in accordance with the consumer of 2023. This is not a place that is afraid of change, and it is reflected in our department and the transformations we have made in a short span of time.
WHY SGT IS BECOMING HOME FOR ME
Positive culture, work-life balance, growth opportunities, and collaborative teams. Those are four major criteria that we all, as employees of an institution/organisation, look for. SGTU has given me all of these, and more importantly, I believe that the work being done here in terms of student development is genuinely doing good to the world by molding knowledgeable and conscientious young men and women who can take India and humanity forward. The validation and strong approval of my ideas by everyone here have only made me more resolute to stay and grow as SGT does.
