Inspiring Address by Dr. Parag Kalkar at PIMSE Orientation Week 2025

Poona Institute of Management Sciences and Entrepreneurship (PIMSE) had the privilege of welcoming Dr. Parag Kalkar, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Savitribai Phule Pune University, who delivered a truly motivating address to our new MBA batch.

Dr. Kalkar reminded students that the two years of MBA are a transformative journey, urging them to:

• Fasten your seat belts and be ready for a challenging yet rewarding ride

• Maintain unwavering focus and discipline throughout the program

• Refrain from external distractions that may hinder growth

• Not to carry past glory or past baggage—start afresh with energy and vision

• Continuously enhance your horizons through learning, curiosity, and exploration

• Develop time management, leadership, communication, and analytical skills

• Build a strong professional network with peers, faculty, alumni, and industry leaders

• Actively engage in internships, projects, and industry exposure to connect theory with practice

• Uphold ethics, values, and social responsibility in all endeavors

• Cultivate a global mindset to excel in today’s competitive, multicultural world

His powerful message inspired our students to approach the MBA not merely as an academic pursuit, but as a life-changing experience that will shape them into responsible, innovative, and impactful leaders of tomorrow. 
We thank Dr. Kalkar for guiding and motivating our students at the very start of their journey.