Student Testimonial - Mr. Frank Felix 

Experience is just a word to describe loads which I have gained from XISS in a short while. Before joining XISS I was working in a marketing research company in Kolkata as a Business Development Executive, but I realised that in order to gain altitude in my career I needed to study further. That’s why I decided to pursue MBA in Marketing and XISS came as a natural choice as I was aware of the culture of a Jesuit run institution which itself was an assurance of quality. Apart from that, the interactions with the acquaintances I had who were currently studying at the institute was convincing enough for me to select XISS as my primary option.

This is the first time that I have been away from home for studies and the journey till now has been fun. Life at Ranchi has simply been amazing whether it be the rides to Patratu, all the birthday treats which you get to enjoy, the late-night discussions or the group study before exams. It all perfectly falls into place. The classroom environment has been an enriching, one with the equally supportive faculty members being very approachable and are available at a moment’s notice.

There have also been some personal milestones achieved during this short while as I got to be Mr. Fresher of Marketing department 2016 and also the topper of trimester 1. These accolades give me immense joy as it motivates me to keep going forward with the same enthusiasm. I look forward to my remaining time here as I know it will be filled with experiences and memories.

I intend to come out of here as a better person which can add greater value to the society and I think XISS gives me the right platform for the same. It also gives me an excellent launching pad to start my career and make it big in the long run. After all the institute, the faculty and your classmates can help you with the launch but navigating the space shuttle to the moon is your job.

Mr. Frank Felix

Department of Marketing

(2016-2018)

Psychology to PGDM in Finance

From Psychology to PGDM in Finance

Psychology was a passion that I wanted to follow after my school days; and with open-minded parents as mine it was not difficult to convince them to let me follow it. With the grades that I had managed in my 12^th boards, I was eligible for admissions at the prestigious Delhi University. However, after three years of following my passion to understand human behavior, I realized that I was keener on using these skills to become a manager, which I believe was the idea all along.

However, it is not common that one thinks of acquiring a management degree with a bachelor’s degree in psychology. Therefore, it was all the more difficult for me to convince the college’s admission panel or recruiters (in the future) to give me a chance.

While applying for college from a plethora of management institutes, XISS caught my eye. Xavier Institute of Social Service, as the name suggests focuses not just on being a top management institution but also in developing committed and sensitive professionals. It visualizes itself as a centre of excellence while imparting value driven management education, and catering to its diverse clientele and stakeholders.

Such a vision appealed to me instantly. It would only fit my psychology background and my personality as it was. At XISS, they “nurture professionals with a difference.” It is not just about being a top honcho at a reputed organization but to encourage individual differences and allowing them harness their humanitarian ambitions right from the very beginning.

This suited me just fine. And added to this, the hands on education provided by the faculty is no less than any A category B-School. The professors here are approachable and extremely helpful. With students belonging to different backgrounds, it is often difficult to have 60 odd minds at the same page. However, the faculty tries its best make it ‘understandable’ for them all. Students can contact and meet the professors for additions information and guidance; and there is an encouraging environment around. Also with the diversity among peers, the learning is not just limited to management concepts.

As they say, “no play makes jack a dull boy.” XISS completely believes in this theory. And so the curriculum is exhaustive not just with extensive lectures and visiting guests but also has an entire sports week and their annual cultural fest, Panache for its students. The events are well-spaced and provide suitable opportunities to students to unwind from the overwhelming course that a management institute tends to have. And just like its education, there is encouragement for these extra-curricular activities too.

During the course of these two years, one finds him/herself intrigued, encouraged, provoked and impelled only to rediscover one’s own self and to turn into a confident young professional who is ready to venture out in the world at his/her own dictate.

Ms. Simreen Dadhwal

Department of Finance

(2015-2017)                                                                

XISS Ranchi: Basketball Tournament - DAY 1

#XISSRanchi - Sports' Week

Basketball Tournament - DAY 1

The inter department basketball tournament kick started with sky high energy levels and team spirit flowing throughout the basketball court. This yearly event has #XISSRanchi all charged up, right from the faculty to the students!

The match was in attendance by the Assistant Director Rev. Fr. Pradeep Kerketta, the HOD of Finance, Prof. Ratnesh Chaturvedi, the HOD of Marketing, Prof. Anmol Bodra, Prof. Mary Shiela Bodra, Dr. Shayamal Gomes, Prof. Mrityunjoy Roy, Prof. Mahua Banerjee, Prof.

Sajeet Lakra, Dr. Amar Tigga, and several others.

The first match between HRM-I and Finance-I, was a clean sweep by the boys of HRM I by 29- 10. The boys of HRM I were seen sporting jerseys with the names of their mothers, which added an element of respect to the whole game.

The second match between the boys of HRM II and Marketing II was won by HRM II with some

amazing shots by Sisirjali Soren, with the scoreboard at 21-14.

The third match held between the girls of HRM and Finance department, fuelled with energy from the cheering spectators, was thrilling till the very end. It was a neck to neck fight till the 2nd quarter with the scoreboard at 0-0. The crowd went wild as the HRM girls proceeded to take the winning

shots, ending the match with a score of 7-0.

The fourth match was between the girls of Marketing I and IT I. Though the girls from IT I gave a tough fight, victory went to the girls of the Marketing department, with the score at 8-0 in the end!

The last match for the day between RM I and IT I concluded with 14-7 on the scoreboard. The crowd was screaming Gaurav and Rohit's name as they scored baskets and defended the opponents, leading RM I to a victory.

The day ended with the crowd in high spirits and full of anticipation for the upcoming week. Sports Week has just started and there are series of matches lined up between teams geared up with strategies and winning spirits. Even though the first day just ended, the students were seen speculating about the final contenders to the much awaited finale for the tournament, scheduled on the 25th of January. The gest is to see which department would make the trophy theirs, this

year. 

Compiled by: Ms. Sushmita Bajpai (Team Obscura)

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2017 - New Year, really? or just another?

2017 - New Year, really? or just another?

Remember when you were a child and you thought how amazing life will be once you grow up? You’ll have everything in control, you’d have visited at least 5 foreign countries, you’d own a big house, a car too, maybe? How’s that going for you? People keep telling you that reality isn’t all that simple, about how you should be practical enough and stop dreaming.

But I’ll tell you what, it’s never too late to begin again. The problem with people is that they often overestimate what they can do in a day, while they largely underestimate what can be accomplished in a year. So stop being scared of falling down, and aim for the moon. It might be that dream job, a promotion, your first car or something as little as a word of recognition from that someone you really look up to. For no one but yourself, work for it, be more than willing to travel that extra mile.  Step outside your comfort zone, learn that new foreign language, take that solo trip, or give your room that makeover. Do all those things that you have been procrastinating and keeping off for “tomorrow” or the “weekend”. You don’t have forever; all you have is right now. Seize the moment and live your life. Plan for it, and then work for it with all you have. Want to go on a world tour? Start saving up for it, beginning today itself. Wanted to learn baking but think it’s too old fashioned? STOP THINKING, go register yourself in a course right away! Nothing is too old fashioned or too far off of a dream.

And most importantly this new year, take a moment and look around. The world isn’t all that bad, and the people aren’t all as heartless as you’ve conditioned your mind to believe. There is enough negativity in the world already, why not clear it up, one good deed at a time?  Do good and it will come back to you, in some form or the other, in a way and at a time when you would have least expected it to. Recognize your support system; your parents, best friends or any other person whom you can count upon, no matter what. Never let them down; express your thoughts, make them feel loved and value their presence in your life. Not many are fortunate enough to realize it when they have a chance. Life is beautiful and so are you. Never let someone tell you otherwise.  Be positive, because sometimes when things are falling apart, they might actually be falling into place.

Quoting J.K. Rowling, “We do not need magic to transform our world. We carry all of the power we need inside ourselves already.”

Ms. Sushmita Bajpai

Department of Human Resource Management

(2016-2018)