Dr. K. G. S. Mani, Assistant Professor at PIMSR conducted a session on ‘LIFE SKILLS IN FINANCE’ for the MMS students on 30th August, 2023 at 3:15 p.m. at the Campus Auditorium. 53 students attended the session. Dr. KGS Mani is an industry stalwart with over 37 years of banking experience with both public and private sector banks. He started off as a probationary officer, ended his 27-year stint with SBI as an assistant general manager, and followed it with another successful stint with Belgium Bank, working both in India and Belgium. Post-retirement, he began his academic career and has been associated with PIMSR for the last nine years as a senior finance faculty member. He has multiple postgraduate degrees and diplomas, which include M.Com. Management and M.Com Accounting and Finance, MBA in Finance, MIM, PGDFM, CIIB, etc., to name a few. He also has a PhD in management. Dr. Mani is adept at handling all the finance-based subjects, including financial management, corporate valuation, security analysis, portfolio management, and many more.
Dr. K. G. S. Mani started the session by sharing valuable tips for improving the overall performance in studies. Planning studies, setting target dates, and sticking to them were highlighted as key aspects of success. Regular and consistent studying was encouraged while avoiding procrastination. The session also emphasized the importance of regular revision on Sundays and holidays. For practical subjects, it was recommended to allocate more time to understanding formulas and practice more problems. The use of recommended books on basics was suggested to gain a better understanding. Additionally, the session emphasized the need to reduce time spent on mobile devices, as they can be major distractions. Maintaining a healthy diet and avoiding junk food were stressed as crucial for maintaining good mental and physical health. The session concluded with the reminder that excellent students approach tasks differently and more intelligently rather than doing different things. The session also provided guidance on improving knowledge in specific subjects like accounting and finance. Practical tips for scoring high marks in examinations were discussed, such as being attentive in class, regularly studying at home, understanding concepts thoroughly, and actively participating in discussions and clarifying doubts. By implementing these strategies, the students can strive for academic success and achieve their goals. It was a very information and motivational session for the students.
