Day 1 – 30.07.2026 – MBA IGNITE
Resource Person: Mr. Anoop John, Corporate Trainer, CEO & Founder, Meta Minds
The Student Induction Programme and Universal Human Values (UHV) Orientation – ASPIRE 2026 for the newly admitted MBA 2026–2028 batch commenced on 30 July 2026 at ASM Seminar Hall. The programme was formally inaugurated by Prof. Dr. B. Vijayachandran Pillai, Principal & Director, who welcomed the students and emphasized the importance of value-based management education, ethical leadership, professionalism and holistic personality development. He encouraged the students to make the best use of the induction programme as the foundation for their MBA journey. Following the inaugural session, Day 1 of “MBA IGNITE”, a three-day foundation and transformation programme was conducted by Mr. Anoop John, Corporate Trainer, CEO & Founder of Meta Minds. The programme is designed to equip students with essential personal and professional competencies through interactive and experiential learning methodologies.
The forenoon session focused on Self-Discovery and Self-Awareness. Through reflective exercises, group discussions and engaging activities, students explored their strengths, values, beliefs and personal aspirations. The session helped participants understand the significance of self-awareness as the first step towards becoming effective managers and responsible leaders.
The afternoon session was devoted to Negotiation and Leadership. Students participated in experiential activities, simulations and team exercises that enhanced their communication, negotiation, decision-making, collaboration and leadership skills. The practical learning environment encouraged students to apply management concepts in real-life situations while developing confidence and teamwork.
The entire programme was highly interactive, with emphasis on experiential learning, active participation, and reflection. Rather than relying on traditional lectures, the resource person employed practical exercises and engaging activities that enabled students to learn through experience. The sessions generated enthusiastic participation and created an energetic and motivating learning environment.
Day 2 – 31.07.2026 – MBA IGNITE
Resource Person: Mr. Anoop John, Corporate Trainer, CEO & Founder, Meta Minds
The second day of MBA IGNITE, conducted as part of the Student Induction Programme and Universal Human Values (UHV) Orientation – ASPIRE 2026 for the MBA 2026–2028 batch, continued with a highly interactive and experiential learning approach facilitated by Mr. Anoop John.
The forenoon session focused on the Strength of the Subconscious Mind, Energy Transfer, Body Postures, Empathetic Listening and Building Trust. Through practical demonstrations, discussions and indoor activities, students explored the influence of mind-set, non-verbal communication, active and empathetic listening and trust in developing effective interpersonal relationships.
The afternoon session focused on Time Management, helping students understand the importance of prioritizing tasks, managing time effectively and developing productive habits essential for academic and professional success.
The day’s programme was designed as a blend of classroom learning and indoor activity-based sessions, providing students with opportunities to learn concepts, experience them through activities, reflect on their learning and apply them in practical situations. The active participation of students made the sessions engaging and meaningful. Overall, Day 2 of MBA IGNITE contributed significantly to the personal and professional development of the students by strengthening their self-management, interpersonal, communication, trust-building and time-management skills.
