20 April, 2012
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Gen-next of SBS and SAS comes to save sparrows



Hoping to home the sparrows, students of Shanti Asiatic School and Shanti Business School in Shela waited patiently under the blazing sun to get their share of claynests for sparrows on Thursday. Despite a long queue, everyone on campus was excited to be part of the Mirror-Mirchi Save the Sparrow campaign. 

“We have always believed in living close to nature. Since children are very meticulous, we decided to encourage them to shelter sparrows,” said Ved Prakash Chiripal, Chairman of Chiripal Goup that instituted Shanti Educational Initiatives. 

Braving the scorching sun were not only little students but also the management students of SBS, faculty and other staff members of the institute. “I am eager to see sparrows live in my nest. I will ensure there is enough food and water for them,” said Aarya Gajjar (7), a Class 1 student. 

SAS students displayed their creative side by designing inspiring posters on the theme of ‘Save the Sparrow’. They also sang a song on sparrows. 

“This year, our activities focus on ‘save the sparrows’ theme. Such an initiative will make students aware of the extinction that these little birds face,” said Anita Verma, Principal of SAS. 


 We have forgotten nature. We must use technology to save them, not destroy them. We must stop being selfish. 

AKASH SONI MBA student, SBS 



Source : View Original Article on Ahmedabad Mirror Here

13 April, 2012
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Dr.Vrajlal Sapovadia from Shanti Business School would be visiting as Speaker at 2012 International Summit of Cooperatives,Canada.

THE AMAZING POWER OF COOPERATIVES

To mark the United Nations’ International Year of Cooperatives, decision-makers and influential figures from the international cooperative and mutualist community will be meeting in Quebec City, Canada, to participate in the 2012

International Summit of Cooperatives 2012 has Invited Eminent Speakers Including Dr. Sapovadia. To see the list of speakers,please click here.

The Summit’s theme is “The Amazing Power of the Cooperatives”, and its mission is to offer solutions that will promote the development and performance of cooperatives and mutuals worldwide.

The International Summit of Cooperatives will be a must-attend event for current and future leaders committed to consolidating the influence of the cooperative and mutualist movement on
the global economic and political stage.

COOPERATIVES:

KEY SOCIO-ECONOMIC PLAYERS

The global cooperative movement:
• Aggregate turnover of US$1,100 billion (Global 300 –2008)
• Some 1 billion members
• Jobs for over 100 million people, 20% more than multinationals
• Source of income for half the world’s population
• Economic power equal to the 10th largest economy in the world

The cooperative business model represents a tangible solution for the economic, social and environmental challenges of our time. That’s why it must extend its reach beyond the rural and local communities where it began and assert itself as a global economic model, while staying true to its original principles. In this context, it could very well become the fastest growing business model in the coming years.

GOALS OF THE SUMMIT
1. Allow persons of influence from cooperatives and mutuals around the world to discuss current and future business issues and identify initiatives that will help promote the sustainable
prosperity of cooperatives and mutuals.
2. Build a global network of cooperatives and mutuals to create a powerful source of influence in economic and political circles.
3. Make the Summit the place for cooperative and mutual leaders to meet by helping to make it a regular event.
4. Get young entrepreneurs interested in the cooperative business model.

MAJOR THEMES
1. The role of cooperatives and mutuals in the global economy. What role do cooperatives and mutuals currently play on the global economic stage? What should their role be?
2. The performance of the cooperative and mutualist business model How to maintain productivity and profitability while staying true to cooperatives values? What growth levers are available
to cooperatives and mutuals to ensure their sustainability?
3. The evolution of the cooperative and mutualist business model How do cooperatives and mutuals remain agile and innovative in constantly changing markets? How do they respond
to their members’ interest in the competition’s products and services? How do they encourage their members to use the services of their cooperatives and mutuals and participate in
the life of their association?
4. The global socio-political influence of cooperatives and mutuals How can cooperatives gain more recognition and exert their fair share of influence on socio-political decision making?
How can the nature of their participatory governance influence other types of businesses and be a model of shared leadership?

THE PARTICIPANTS
• Presidents, CEOs, and members of the boards and management committees of cooperatives and mutuals worldwide
• Managers and future officers of cooperatives and mutuals
• Members of governments, diplomats and consuls of countries where the cooperative model is in place
• Representatives of the regulatory authorities and various supranational organizations
• Academics, researchers and economists interested in the cooperative and mutualist business model
• Representatives from industries that use the cooperative and mutualist business model, such as agriculture, forestry, retail,insurance, banking, goods and services, health, etc.
• Media representatives


To View Dr.Vrajlal Sapovadia profile please click here
25 February, 2012
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Corporate Governance as a differentiator

Dr. V.K. Sapovadia, Executive Director of Shanti Business School, Ahmedabad writes....
In highly competitive business environment and with product, financing or marketing innovations, good corporate governance may be practiced as a differentiator. The current business scenario seems to be very complex in terms of its operation and governance. Due to advanced technology and legal requirements, operations are comparatively transparent....for full article see https://docs.google.com/document/d/12qBBl8_0r2Qb3CyFpixy6dYygSmgHogrEyXBkbUFe3c/edit
23 February, 2012
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Celebrated Faculty Members at Shanti Business School


At Shanti Business School, faculty members form the core strength of our delivery model. Their towering yet assuring presence becomes an enabler in the learning process. Every member of our faculty fraternity are focused on research to develop and deliver cutting-edge future ready knowledge for the students and the other stakeholders including corporate executives, business owners, industry leaders, and the larger academic community. Some of the celebrated faculty members are:

Prof. Alan D’Souza, Dean, SBS

An IIM Ahmedabad alumnus, Prof. D’Souza excelled in his career as an Executive Director of Mudra Communication. He is one of the past President of IIM Ahmedabad Alumni Association and a founding member of Mudra Institute of Communication, Ahmedabad, one of finest institutions in Asia. He was also the Director of Goa Institute of Management. A celebrated speaker and a visiting faculty to many top schools of the country like IIMA, Prof. D’Souza is involved in research in the area of integrated marketing communication and branding. He has published a number of research papers and books. An expert in Branding and Communication, Prof. Alan D’Souza was one of the architects of the brands like Vimal and Amul during his illustrious journey at Mudra Communication.

Prof. Bala Bhaskaran, Executive Director, SBS Ahmedabad

An alumnus of IIT Madras and IIM Bangalore, Prof. Bala Bhaskaran brings in more than 34 years of experience in industry and academics. He is also a CFA from ICFAI, Hyderabad. He was one of the key architects of one of the largest B-schools in India. His area of interest is General Management and Finance. He has authored several research papers and articles which have been published in international journals. An expert in case writing methods and education brand building, Prof. Bala is one of the most sought after faculty in the country of the most sought after faculty in the country.

Dr. V. K. Sapovadia, Executive Director, SBS Jaipur

With a Ph.D, CA, MBA in Finance, and a LL.M, Dr. Sapovadia has been one of the most prolific academicians and researchers of his time. A widely respected faculty in the areas of Finance, Corporate Law and Corporate Governance, Dr. Sapovadia has worked in several leading institutions in the country in the country as a Professor or as Director like IIM Indore, National Insurance Academy, BK School of Business Management, and NICM. He was a Lead Facilitator with the World Bank. He has been a Consultant with International Public Health Forum.

Dr. Vina Vani
One of the most acknowledged experts in Quantitative Analytics and Quality Management in the country, Dr. Vani brings in more than 37 years of experience in research and teaching.  A Ph. D and M. Sc. In Statistics, Dr. Vina Vani has taught at several leading institutes of repute such as MICA, SP Jain, CEPT and University of Illinois, USA. Dr. Vani has published a large number of papers in international journals and conferences across the world. She had been awarded Shiksha Rattan Purskar by Indian International Friendship Society.
Naval Bhargava
An alumnus of IIT Kanpur and IIM Calcutta, Prof. Bhargava is one of the most reputed experts in Marketing and Sales. He has held top positions in various industries like foods, electronics, pharmaceutical, chemicals, and consultancy. He has won the award for 'Best Professor in Marketing Management' at the CMO Asia Awards for Excellence in Branding and Marketing hosted by the Asia Brand Congress at Singapore. Prof. Bhargava has several publications including case studies, research papers and books. One of the most celebrated professors at the campuses of several institutions including MICA, Prof. Bhargava brings in profounding expertise in marketing and sales.
Dr. Kishor Barad
A Ph. D in Management and an MBA in Finance and Marketing, Dr. Barad is the Chair Professor of Marketing and holds the position of Programme Chair of the full time PGDM. He brings his in-depth research experience as well as teaching experience across a few notable institutions. He has several research publications in national and international journals. An expert in Cooperative Management and Rural Marketing, Dr. Barad is one of the most sought after experts in the western region.
Dr. Saji Kumar
An expert in the areas of International Economics and a sought after speaker across several institutions in India, Dr. Saji Kumar brings in more than 10 years of experience in teaching and cutting-edge research. A Ph. D and M.A in Economics, Dr. Saji Kumar’s research interests lie across various areas in Economics like Business & Social Accounting, Government Finances, SME Financing and Globalisation.
Amit Saraswat
An expert in data analytics, predictive and prescriptive analytics, Amit Saraswar is an alumnus of IIT Roorkee. He has extensive experience in corporate organizations and teaching in the areas of Business Analytics and Decision Science. He has in-depth experience in platforms like SAP, SAS, Oracle, and Siebel. A maverick in his approach, Prof. Saraswat’s research work are regularly published in leading journals and presented at various international conferences.
Dr. Ritu Sharma
A Ph. D and M. Sc. in Psychology, Dr. Sharma has been very active in research and training assignments relating to human behaviour, personality development etc. She has conducted several workshops and training programs for the academia and NGOs. She is one of the most sought after behavioural trainers in the western region. She has participated in conferences and workshops with publications in academic journals. One of the most celebrated faculty members in the campus, Dr. Sharma’s mentoring skills bring in rave reviews by all his students.
Ruchi Tiwari
An expert in communication, Dr. Ruchi Tiwari has won many accolades in her illustrious career in industry and teaching. An M. Phil and MA in Philosophy, she brings in more than 12 years of industry and academic experience. She has taught several courses in the areas of communication including corporate communication and developmental communication. Her research areas include cross-cultural communication, Applied Communication Research, and Ethics & Business. She is expert trainer in communication for several companies across the region.
Mayank Patel
With a BE in Electrical Engineering, an MBA and a Diploma in Treasury and Foreign Exchange Management, Mayank Patel brings rich experience of 9 years in corporate organisations like HDFC Bank, Canon Capital & Finance Ltd. as well as 3 years in academics. His research interests are in the areas of Behavioural Finance, Microstructures of Financial Markets, Financial Regulations, and Alternative assets. He is pursuing his Ph. D now from CEPT University

12 November, 2011
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The OOMPH Factor excels!!



Hats off to the students of SBS, who despite their hectic submission schedules and examination fever, participated in the semi-finals of the Clean & Clear Fresh Face Contest held by The Ahmedabad Times. They enjoyed the experience and loved the electric atmosphere at the TOI building on 9th Nov 2011. Needless to say, the competition was tough and the best talent of Ahmedabad colleges was there on stage that day. And right there with the best of the best, SBS stood out and excelled!! All our participants performed with grace and élan and had the judges in a quandary during the selections. Three of our students made it to the finals to be held on 30th Nov – Neha Jain, Abhishek Chettiyar and Abhishek Gupta. The dance performances by Maurvi Oza and Nikhil Patel were highly appreciated by one and all. We wish the winners all the very best for the finals of the contest. Meanwhile all the best for your exams!!
We would also like to place on record our sincere gratitude to The Ahmedabad Times team for providing such a wonderful opportunity to our students and for bringing such excitement into their lives.