Kollam, October 14, 2026 — The School of Management at Bishop Jerome Institute (BJI), Kollam, in collaboration with the Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC - Ministry of Education Initiative), organized an insightful Industry-Institute Interaction session today at the MBA Seminar Hall.

The interactive session aimed to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world industrial practices, equipping management students with practical insights into modern financial markets, economics, and corporate expectations.

Distinguished Speakers

The event featured two guest speakers from the Hedge School of Applied Economics:

  • Faizal Rafeek – Relationship Manager, Hedge School of Applied Economics

  • Vinod Babu – Relationship Manager, Hedge School of Applied Economics

Both resource persons shared valuable market insights, highlighting key trends in applied economics, industry-required skills, and career opportunities available in financial services and corporate sectors.

Event Highlights & Coordination

Held from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM, the session provided an engaging forum for students to interact directly with industry professionals, ask questions, and gain clarity on career pathways in finance and management.

The event was coordinated under the guidance of faculty and student leadership:

  • Faculty Coordinator: Prof. Uneez B (Placement Coordinator & IIIC Member)

  • Student Coordinators: Parvathy S, Kanishka R, and Dhanush Raj

The session concluded with an interactive Q&A, offering students valuable exposure to contemporary industry trends and reinforcing Bishop Jerome Institute's commitment to providing quality professional education and industry readiness.