Report on Soft Skill Demo Session
Date: 23/06/2025 (Monday)
Time: 11:20 AM – 12:00 PM
Venue: MBA Seminar Hall
Speaker: Prof. Anup Dumbre
Organized by: Department of MCA
Participants
- Attendee: Second year MCA students
- Attendance: Approximately 57 students
Summary:
The Department of MCA conducted a Soft Skill Demo Session today for the second-year students as part of its initiative to enhance students’ communication and interview readiness. The session was led by Prof. Anup Dumbre, who provided valuable insights into the significance of soft skills in both academic and professional environments.
Though brief, the 40-minute session was packed with practical knowledge and guidance. Prof. Dumbre emphasized the importance of key communication skills such as active listening, clear articulation, body language, and confidence in day-to-day interactions and during interviews.
He also touched upon various critical aspects from an interview point of view, including:
- Self-introduction techniques
- Common interview questions and how to tackle them
- Importance of attitude and behavior during interviews
- Group discussion etiquette
- Resume presentation tips
The session concluded with encouraging words on the continuous development of soft skills and how they can set candidates apart in competitive scenarios.
Overall, the session was highly engaging and served as a motivating primer for the students to start preparing for upcoming placements and real-world interactions.
