Program Highlights

AKI’s Poona Institute of Management Sciences and Entrepreneurship (PIMSE) had the privilege of welcoming Mr. Arvind S., Certified Financial Planner – BSE, for an insightful session on Investor Awareness and Financial Planning as part of Orientation Week on 17th September 2026, for First-Year MBA, MBA-IT and MBA-HRD students.

Mr. Arvind introduced students to the fundamentals of financial planning and the importance of developing financial awareness early. He explained the power of compounding, investment returns, inflation, goal-based investing and asset allocation.

The session covered key areas including:
* Sources of income and financial goals
* Goal-based investing and financial planning
* Mutual funds, stocks, bonds, gold and property
* Asset allocation and types of mutual funds
* Debt and hybrid funds
* Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs)
* Nomination and grievance redressal mechanisms

The session encouraged students to make informed financial decisions and develop a strong foundation for their financial future.

PIMSE sincerely thanks Mr. Arvind S. for sharing his expertise and practical insights, adding valuable financial perspectives to Orientation Week 2026.