The initiative is part of SMARTs' mission in collaboration with SEBI to equip young professionals with the skills and knowledge required to make informed financial decisions in their personal and professional lives. Mr. Sanjay Gakhar gave Introduction to stock markets, mutual funds, and bonds. He introduced the functioning of primary and secondary markets, Risk-return trade-offs in investments and emphasized the significance of financial literacy in shaping successful careers.

He also covered Principles of portfolio diversification, Goal-based financial planning and explained the benefits of starting early and the power of compounding.

The seminar received overwhelmingly positive feedback from participants, who found the content engaging and highly relevant to their career aspirations. Many students expressed interest in pursuing certifications in finance and exploring investment opportunities early in their professional journeys.

The SMARTs Investor Awareness Program seminar proved to be an invaluable learning experience for MBA students, bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical financial decision-making.