BHUBANESWAR: Birla Global University (BGU) hosted the Commencement Day for its first batch of Master of Business Administration in Business Analytics (2026-28).
The occasion also observed the Commencement Ceremony of the 2026–28 MBA batch at BGU.
Birla Global University is the first university in Eastern India to offer a two-year MBA in Business Analytics, co-designed and co-delivered with KPMG in India. The programme aims to provide students with the most experiential learning opportunities.
The event was graced by Gaurav Sharma, Senior Vice President, SolarSquare, a leadership speaker and alumni of IIT Bombay and IIM Kozhikode as the chief guest; Narayanan Ramaswamy, Partner & National Leader, Education & Skill Development, KPMG India, as a guest of honour in the presence of Prof. Kulbhushan Balooni, Vice Chancellor, BGU; Prof. P. Nayak, Dean, Birla School of Management, BGU; and Tanmay Kumar Pattanayak, Registrar, BGU along with faculty members, staff, alumni, and students.
“Every challenge is an opportunity to grow. My greatest lessons came from overcoming problems. Look beyond the obvious and keep learning,” Gaurav Sharma said.
Speaking on the occasion, Narayanan Ramaswamy emphasised that practical learning is different from textbook learning.
“Connect your experiences with your learning, embrace technology, stay curious, and pursue purpose-driven work,” he advised the students.
Addressing the new batch, Prof. Kulbhushan Balooni, Vice-Chancellor, Birla Global University, said an institution is built collectively by its students, alumni, faculty, and stakeholders. “As you grow, the institution grows with you,” he said.
Prof. P. Nayak, Dean, Birla School of Management, BGU advised the students to stay focused on learning. “Keep your abilities, attitude, and actions right, and success will follow. We are here to support you throughout your journey,” he noted.
The programme concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by Prof. Snigdha Mohapatra, Coordinator of the MBA programme.