“Great dreams of great dreamers are always transcended” – Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam is a name that needs no introduction, a scientist and leader, the man has played multifaceted roles while being a crucial architect of modern India. With his unique ideologies and leadership skills, he has connected with the young India in a way that no one else could do.

Needless to say, it will be a unique opportunity for management students to interact with a personality of such stature. Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam will address the students of Bengal Institute of Business Studies on 17th of January 2013 at Indian Museum Auditorium. Students from reputed colleges across Kolkata are expected to join the event. The young management aspirants of the city will, hence, get a chance to listen to the missile man of India. Dr. Kalam, is a man who not only inspires, but also aspires to succeed . After all, MBA is not just about the degree one gains, but also the values that an individual takes home.

As a visionary, he once said, “if you salute your work, you do not have to salute anybody. However, if you pollute your work, you have to salute everybody”.

After the main speech, students will be allowed to interact with Dr. Kalam, which will be a rare opportunity for them.

"In a knowledge-driven world, only those will succeed who are creative. While seniority ruled one's status earlier, only creativity matters in today's world. Even in the governance of the country, only creative leadership will work," -former President APJ Abdul Kalam. Thanks to the great personality for sharing his views to the new generation of Kolkata, which I am also a part of.