Technological skills will enhance career prospects: Entrepreneur Karthi Baskar
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Mysuru: “Learning doesn’t end after graduation. Many changes are happening in the corporate sector. Students should understand this changing scenario and learn and unlearn accordingly,” opined Karthi
Baskar, Managing Director and CEO, FFAF Logistics India Pvt. Ltd.
He advised the students to keep updating their knowledge to stay relevant in the
workforce.
He was addressing the 14th Graduation Day of Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Mysuru Campus on Sunday.
He further highlighted the growing importance of technology in the professional world.
Technology Mindset
Incorporating a “technology mindset” is crucial to succeeding in today’s industries. The industry expects students to learn the necessary skills and technology plays a significant role in that. You must adopt this mindset while learning, Baskar stated,
encouraging graduates to be proactive in gaining tech-related skills that will
enhance their career prospects.
Contribute to society
Beyond professional development, Baskar also reminded the students of their
social responsibilities. He urged them to contribute to society, at least in their
leisure time, highlighting the importance of giving back to the community.
Do good to others
Guest of Honour Dr Sasangan Ramanathan, Dean Academics and Member of Vice Chancellor’s Advisory Board, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, encouraged graduates to “do something nice for others” every year on this
special day, reinforcing the importance of kindness and community spirit.
Dr Ramanathan stressed that while higher degrees are essential in today’s rapidly
changing world, possessing the right skill set is equally crucial for career success.
Listen more, talk less
He advised the students to “listen more and talk less,” highlighting that positivity is
key to personal and professional growth. He urged graduates to be respectful of
others in their interactions, fostering an atmosphere of mutual understanding
and kindness.
Life with humility
In his benedictory address, Sampujya Swami Poornamritananda Puri, General
Secretary of Mata Amritanandamayi Math, shared profound insights with the graduates, encouraging them to approach life with humility and a desire for continuous learning.
Swamiji reminded the audience that “our knowledge is limited” and that the key
to expanding it lies in being humble. He emphasized that personality holds
greater importance than mere intelligence, urging students to cultivate qualities
of character alongside their intellectual pursuits.
Work-life Exprerience
He concluded with a unique perspective on work-life balance, advising students
to “enjoy the relaxation while performing action,” promoting a harmonious
approach to life’s tasks by finding peace even amid activity.
Degrees, rank holders
A total of 602 PhD, UG and PG students received their degrees during the
graduation ceremony, including 66 rank holders and medal winners.
Dr U Krishankumar, Dean, Arts, Humanities and Commerce, Amrita Vishwa
Vidyapeetham, Dr R Dandapani, Controller of Examinations, Br Anantaananda Chaitanya, Director, Mysuru campus, Br Muktidamrta
Chaitanya, Correspondent, Mysuru Campus; Dr Shekar Babu, Associate Dean,
Mysuru Campus, Dr G Ravindranath, Principal, Mysuru Campus and others were present on the occasion.
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