Industry Interaction Session on Personal Finance by Salman Quairashi, Head of Sales at Zerodha

 

On January 11, 2024, the Department of Business Administration students at St Joseph Engineering College had an Industry Institute Interaction session on personal finance, featuring Salman Quairashi, the Head of Sales at Zerodha. The session aimed to impart essential knowledge on personal finance and investment strategies to equip future business leaders with practical insights.

Salman Quairashi initiated the session by providing a comprehensive introduction to personal finance, stressing the significance of financial literacy in the professional jouey of MBA graduates. With clarity and enthusiasm, he navigated through fundamental concepts such as budgeting, savings, and investment planning, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of the topic. A pivotal focus of the session was on investment strategies, where Mr. Quairashi leveraged his expertise to elucidate various investment avenues. Students gained valuable insights into mutual funds, stocks, and other financial instruments, with a specific emphasis on online trading. The practical perspectives the speaker shared demystified the stock market's intricacies, providing students with a tangible understanding of the subject matter.

Salman Quairashi underscored the importance of creating a well-balanced investment portfolio to mitigate risks and achieve sustainable financial growth. The discussion on these principles resonated well with the audience, offering a strategic approach to financial planning. The session also addressed emerging trends in personal finance, shedding light on how innovations such as fintech applications are reshaping the financial landscape.

Mr. Quairashi's insightful responses enhanced the leaing experience, providing a real-world context to the theoretical knowledge imparted during their MBA program. Students appreciated the session's relevance and Salman Quairashi's ability to simplify complex financial concepts. The practical insights shared during the interaction were deemed directly applicable to their future roles in business management, showcasing the session's success in achieving its educational objectives.

In conclusion, the Industry Institute Interaction session on Personal Finance by Salman Quairashi proved to be an enriching experience for MBA students. The insights shared are anticipated to contribute significantly to their financial acumen and decision-making skills as they embark on their professional joueys. Dr Prakash Pinto, Professor and Dean of the Department of Business Administration St Joseph Engineering College Presented a memento to the speaker and Mr Roopesh, Convener of the program proposed the vote of thanks.