BGSBU Talent Gaining Attention of Top Recruiters: VC TPC Conducts High-Impact Sessions on Soft Skills, Interviews & Entrepreneurship

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RAJOURI NOV 21:-In a major initiative to boost employability and professional preparedness among students, the Training & Placement Cell (TPC) of Baba Ghulam Shah Badshah University (BGSBU), Rajouri, on Thursday organised two specialised career guidance sessions at the School of Biosciences & Biotechnology.

The sessions—“Strategies of Facing Interviews / Soft Skills” and “Skill Development and Entrepreneurship”—received an enthusiastic response from students of Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, Microbiology and Environmental Sciences.

Vice Chancellor Prof. Jawaid Iqbal praised the TPC for conducting an impactful programme aimed at enhancing career prospects of students. He noted that BGSBU graduates are steadily gaining recognition from top recruiters, with many securing placements in companies such as ICICI Bank, Della Resorts, Reliance Jio and Okaya. He attributed this success to the University’s sustained emphasis on quality education and skill-driven training.

Registrar Mr. Abhishek Sharma also appreciated the TPC’s ongoing career counselling and capacity-building efforts, stating that such initiatives significantly enhance student confidence and readiness for emerging career opportunities.

A total of 91 students participated in the programme, which was attended by faculty members including Dr. Tanvir Ul Hassan Dar, Dr. Aasim Mir, Dr. Shafqat Nabi Mughal, Dr. Mohd Asghar, Dr. Mohd Hanief, Dr. Saima Aslam, Dr. Raja Amir, Dr. M.A. Hanan Khan, Dr. Shoeb Ahmad, Dr. Arif Tasleem Jan and Mr. Zakir Hussain.

In the first session, Dr. Aasim Mir spoke on interview handling, communication skills, body language and confidence-building. He emphasised the importance of strong self-introduction, company research and mock interview practice.

The second session, led by Dr. Shafqat Nabi Mughal, highlighted key technical competencies and laboratory skills required in the life sciences sector. He encouraged students to explore entrepreneurship opportunities in biotechnology start-ups, organic farming, diagnostics, waste management and nutraceuticals.

The event was coordinated by Dr. Tanvir Ul Hassan Dar (Member, TPC), while Mr. Zakir Hussain (Officer, TPC) delivered the vote of thanks.