HR Forum Highlights: A Collaborative Session on Training Needs with Merck Life Science Pvt. Ltd.
On 29th November 2024, this month’s highlight was the highly engaging HR Forum, held in collaboration with Merck Life Science Pvt. Ltd. HR heads from top German companies—including Bayer, Deutsche Bank, Knorr-Bremse Technology Centre India, TUV India Pvt. Ltd., and TUV NORD GROUP from Pune and Mumbai—gathered for an insightful session on the critical theme of training needs within organizations and strategies to keep employees engaged and updated with the latest knowledge.
Shiv Kumar, HR Head at Merck Group, shared the company’s best practices, highlighting their commitment to creating a safe and supportive work environment for employees. He emphasized the importance of innovative programs that promote work-life balance and prioritize the well-being of employees and their families. The session provided participants with valuable insights into successful initiatives implemented by various organizations, fostering an exchange of ideas and strategies that could be applied within their own companies.
Beena Nair from the Indo-German Training Centre (IGTC) emphasized the importance of addressing employee training needs in today’s rapidly evolving landscape. She outlined the key training programs offered by IGTC to its member organizations and stressed the growing demand for continuous learning in an age of innovation and technological advancement. Beena highlighted how IGTC, in collaboration with member companies, can effectively address these evolving training needs, exemplified by the "hand-in-glove" approach between IGTC and its partners.
A special thanks to Roxana Hilloo for delivering a thought-provoking session on sustainability and how companies can prepare by identifying and addressing training needs in this critical area.
The forum concluded with Ute Brockman leading a discussion on how companies navigate the challenges of meeting training needs while aligning them with organizational goals. She underscored the importance of equipping the workforce to thrive in a dynamic business environment.
This collaborative event provided valuable insights and sparked meaningful conversations around the future of employee training and development.
In other news, we are proud to announce that Intercultural Training was successfully completed for Behr-Hella Thermocontrol India Pvt. Ltd. this month. Participants from across the globe joined virtually, and the feedback was exceptional. Attendees described the training as "relatable," "eye-opening in terms of cross-cultural collaboration," and "highly interactive."
We remain committed to investing in our PGPBA students, ensuring they have a rewarding learning experience that is highly valued by organizations. Students from PGPBA 32 and 33 participated in an Oxford-style debate on AI in creative industries, while workshops on "Campus to Corporate" enhanced their understanding of the professional world. Our students are evolving and well-prepared for their upcoming internships and final placements.
The upcoming months promise to be exciting as we venture into our calendar of corporate training programs for the year. We look forward to fostering new partnerships and achieving continued success!
