Objectives:
- Enhance participants’ analytical and decision-making skills in complex business scenarios.
- Foster teamwork and collaboration to achieve common objectives.
- Provide practical application of business knowledge to real-world situations.
- Strengthen problem-solving abilities through real-time case studies and puzzles.
- Promote creativity and innovation in developing business solutions.
Event 1: Alvas Stock Exchange Time: 10:15-11:15
Venue: MBAAuditorium
The Alvas stock exchange activity conducted by the Finance students on 17-01-2025. This event was an engaging event where participants bid on dummy shares to simulate a real-time stock market experience. The event began at 10:15 and saw the participation of two individuals from each team who actively competed to achieve the best bids. This activity encouraged strategic thinking and decision-making skills in a simulated trading environment. The event successfully fostered enthusiasm and provided valuable insights into the dynamics of stock market trading.
Event 2: Fund Raising Time: 10:30-12:15
Venue: MBA Room No 003
The forum activity focused on raising funds and analysing financial statements provided participants with a hands-on experience in financial management and strategic planning. This activity was judged by Dr. Catherine Nirmala David and Mr. Arjun. Here, participants worked collaboratively to develop fundraising strategies and interpret key financial metrics to evaluate their company’s performance. The activity highlighted the importance of financial literacy and decision- making in achieving business objectives. Overall, it was an enriching session that emphasized practical application of financial concepts in a competitive and interactive setting.
Event 3: Crack The Final Accounts Time: 10:30-11:30
Venue: MBA002
The “Crack the Final Accounts” forum activity was a dynamic blend of puzzle-solving and accounting expertise, designed to test both mental agility and subject knowledge. Participants began by tackling a numeric puzzle, which acted as a gateway to access the final accounts task, adding an element of challenge and excitement to the process. The second phase required solving final accounts, assessing the participants’ ability to apply accounting principles effectively under pressure. The activity fostered a competitive yet collaborative environment, honing participants’ problem-solving skills, time management, and attention to detail while reinforcing their understanding of financial accounting concepts.
Event 4: Mergers and Acquisitions Time: 10:30-12:15
Venue: MBA101
The “Mergers and Acquisitions” forum activity offered participants a hands-on simulation of corporate restructuring and business innovation. The activity was judged by Mrs Princy Francis and Mrs Pavithra Jain. Each team was assigned a product and tasked with merging with another team, requiring them to negotiate terms, align goals, and creatively design a new company structure. This collaborative exercise challenged participants to think strategically about market positioning, resource integration, and value creation. The activity fostered teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills while providing a practical understanding of the intricacies involved in mergers and acquisitions. The resulting presentations showcased innovative ideas and demonstrated participants’ ability to adapt and collaborate effectively in dynamic business environments.
Event 5: Panic Manager Time: 11:15-12:30
Venue: MBAAuditorium
The “Panic Manager” forum activity was an intense and dynamic event where two participants faced a real-time case study centred on financial fraud and the activity was judged by Mrs Harshitha Shetty and Mrs Azleena Colaco R. The activity was designed as a stress interview, testing their ability to think critically and remain composed under pressure while addressing complex financial challenges. Participants demonstrated their problem-solving skills, ethical reasoning, and quick decision-making in a high-stakes scenario. This engaging exercise effectively highlighted the importance of resilience and analytical thinking in managing crisis situations.
Event 6: Identify the Imposter Time: 11:15-12:30
Venue: MBAAuditorium
The “Identify the Imposter” forum activity was an exciting event where participants engaged in a quiz-based bidding challenge. Each round tested their knowledge and strategic thinking as they placed bids to answer questions and identify the imposter. The activity created a competitive yet enjoyable atmosphere, encouraging participants to balance risk-taking with critical reasoning. Overall, the event was both entertaining and educational, fostering teamwork and sharp analytical skills among the participants.
OUTCOMES:
- Enhanced critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Improved teamwork and collaboration.
- Developed stress management and decision-making under pressure.
- Applied business concepts to real-world scenarios.
- Fostered creativity and innovation, especially in mergers and acquisitions.
