Report on Interpersonal Skills Session
Date :
Location : Seminar Hall
Participants : MBA / MCA
Speaker : Prof Komal Budhawani
Introduction:
Interpersonal skills are crucial for MBA students, as they are future leaders and managers in the business world. Recognizing the significance of effective interpersonal skills in their professional journey, a skill development session was organized for MBA students at [Name of the Business School]. The session aimed to equip the students with the necessary interpersonal skills to build strong professional relationships, lead teams, and excel in their managerial roles.
Objective:
The primary objectives of the Interpersonal Skills Session were:
- To emphasize the importance of interpersonal skills in the context of business management and leadership.
- To help MBA students understand various components of interpersonal skills, such as communication, active listening, empathy, and conflict resolution.
- To provide practical tips and strategies for enhancing interpersonal skills in both personal and professional settings.
- To encourage self-awareness and self-reflection, fostering personal growth and improvement in communication and relationship-building abilities.
Session Highlights:
The Interpersonal Skills Session spanned 2 hours and covered the following key topics:
- Introduction to Interpersonal Skills:
– Defining interpersonal skills and their relevance in the business and managerial context.
– Explaining how strong interpersonal skills contribute to effective leadership and successful teamwork.
- Communication and Active Listening:
– Highlighting the importance of clear and assertive communication in business interactions.
– Discussing the art of active listening and its role in understanding others’ perspectives and needs.
- Empathy and Emotional Intelligence:
– Exploring the concept of empathy and its impact on building trust and rapport.
– Introducing the concept of emotional intelligence and its significance in managing emotions in oneself and others.
- Conflict Resolution and Negotiation
– Understanding the different types of conflicts that may arise in business settings.
– Providing strategies for resolving conflicts and negotiating win-win solutions.
- Building and Managing Relationships:
– Exploring techniques for building and maintaining professional relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders.
– Discussing the challenges of managing relationships in diverse and multicultural environments.
- Leadership and Team Management:
– Discussing the role of interpersonal skills in effective leadership and team management.
– Encouraging students to apply interpersonal skills to motivate and inspire their team members.
- Practical Exercises and Role-plays:
– Conducting interactive activities, role-plays, and group discussions to practice various interpersonal skills.
– Providing feedback and insights to students to help them improve their communication and relationship-building abilities.