Centre of Distance and Online Education, University of Jammu started Industry-Academia Linkage Lecture Series

The Centre for Internal Quality Assurance (CIQA) of the Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), University of Jammu, Jammu organised a guest lecture on the theme "Individual Investment Opportunities in India" on 12th November, 2024 as the inaugural session of its Industry-Academia Lecture Series for their students.  The lecture series aimed to enhance students' understanding of financial opportunities available in India and strengthen industry-academic collaboration. The lecture series is expected to include sessions on various contemporary topics, including financial management, entrepreneurship and digital marketing, with leading professionals from industry sectors participating as guest speakers. The event was organised under the able guidance of Prof. Pankaj Kumar Srivastava, Director of the Centre for Distance and Online Education, University of Jammu, Jammu.

The lecture commenced with formal welcome address by Dr. Deepti Abrol, the coordinator of the event, where she welcomed the worthy Guest Speaker, Mr. Pankaj Sasan, Assistant Director, Industry and Commerce, Jammu.

Mr. Sasan, shared his insights and perspectives on various aspects of individual investment in the industrial sector. With vast experience in Industry and Commerce, he shared valuable insights on identifying lucrative investment opportunities, understanding market trends and assessing risk factors for prospective investors. The session also shed light on the critical role of personal investments in driving economic growth and fostering industrial development. The discussion highlighted strategies to leverage the unique resources and capabilities of J&K to promote sustainable industrial growth, create employment opportunities and enhance the overall socio-economic landscape. He also familiarized the students with the provisional and permanent registration process for starting up their own venture.

Throughout the lecture, students learned about essential investment tools, industry-specific challenges and current trends that influence decision-making for individual investors. In an interactive question and answer session, students asked a range of questions on investment strategy, portfolio management and industry growth, gaining actionable advice from the guest speaker. Later, formal vote of thanks was presented. Prof. Sandeep Kour Tandon, Director CIQA, CDOE, University of Jammu honored the guest speaker with a token of appreciation.