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Pondicherry University’s institute-industry interface for students of international business
The Hindu
Pondicherry University's Globizz 24 event fosters industry connections, practical skills, and entrepreneurial spirit in international business students.
The Department of International Business, Pondicherry University, recently organised a three-day institute and industry interface meet for students.
Globizz 24 was aimed at providing practical orientation in management studies, inculcate para-theoretical understanding, evolution, innovation and business tactics, and generate a linkage between students and industries, a press note from the university said.
Vice-Chancellor (officiating) K. Tharanikkarasu, inaugurated the event.
Rajalakshmi Devaraj, Additional Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT), Regional Authority, southern India, highlighted the significance of Foreign Trade Policy 2023 and its implication on India’s foreign trade. She underscored the role of research scholars and students in making India a 5-trillion economy.
P.T. Rudra Goud, Managing Director, Pondicherry Industrial Promotion Development and Investment Corporation (PIPDIC Ltd) explained the Union Territory’s foreign trade engagement in terms of export and import opportunities.
Pointing out that opportunities exist for students and research scholars moulding themselves as entrepreneurs in the areas of global business, Mr. Goud detailed the steps to be followed to excel in international business.
In a special address, Kuboki San, former Director General, Japan External Trade Organization, and former Liaison Officer, Mitusubishi Corporation Limited, spoke about the opportunities that exist between India and Japan in terms of improving upon the trade and investment relations.