Overview

The Sharda School of Business Studies (SSBS), Sharda University, Greater Noida, is organising a special guest lecture on Strategic Management for its final-year MBA students (Third Semester) on 03 November 2026 (Tuesday). The session will be conducted by Mr. Vivek Yadav, who will share his professional experiences and insights into contemporary strategic management practices.

The lecture aims to bridge the gap between theoretical management concepts and their practical application in the corporate world. Key areas of discussion will include strategic leadership, competitive advantage, business transformation, strategic decision-making, and the challenges of translating strategic intent into successful execution. The session will provide students with valuable perspectives on how organisations navigate uncertainty, respond to emerging opportunities, and achieve sustainable long-term growth.

Scheduled from 2:55 PM to 4:10 PM, the 75-minute session will include an interactive discussion and question-and-answer segment, enabling students to engage directly with the guest speaker. The event reflects SSBS's commitment to experiential learning, industry–academia collaboration, and developing future-ready management professionals equipped with strategic thinking, analytical abilities, and leadership competencies.

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Objectives of Event

The primary objective of the guest lecture on Strategic Management, organised by SSBS, Sharda University, is to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge & practical applications of strategic management in the corporate world. The session aims to provide MBA students with insights into contemporary business strategies, strategic leadership, competitive advantage, and organisational transformation through the professional experiences and perspectives of the guest speaker, Mr. Vivek Yadav.

The event seeks to enhance students' strategic thinking, analytical capabilities, and managerial decision-making skills by exposing them to real-world business challenges and strategic responses. Particular emphasis will be placed on understanding how organisations formulate and implement strategies, navigate uncertainty, respond to emerging opportunities, manage competitive pressures, and translate strategic intent into effective execution for sustainable business growth.

It also promotes experiential learning and strengthen industry–academia engagement by providing students with an opportunity to interact directly with an experienced industry professional. Through interactive discussions and a question-and-answer session, students will be encouraged to develop critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and a practical understanding of strategic management.The event ultimately aims to nurture industry-ready management graduates equipped with the strategic perspective, leadership orientation, and professional competencies required in today's dynamic business environment.

Convener Details

Advisor details

·         Prof. (Dr.) Debasis Mallik, Dean SSBS

·         Prof. (Dr.) Nikhil Kulshrestha, Associate Dean SSBS

Co-Advisor details

·         Prof. (Dr.) Ruchi Jain Garg, (HOD-Management)

·         Prof. (Dr.) Sweta Dixit, (HOD-Business and Commerce)

Convener details

·         Brig (Dr). Navjot Singh Bedi, 9968656672, navjot.bedi@sharda.ac.in

Faculty Co-Ordinator details

·         Dr. Deepa Kumari, 8860066662, deepa.kumari@sharda.ac.in

Co-ordinators:

Student Co-Ordinators

·         Mr Saksham Rajora, 7302995552, 2025482554, saksham@pg.sharda.ac.in

·         Mr Abeer Khan, 8171283687, 2025355179, abeer@pg.sharda.ac.in

Chief Guest Details:

Speaker Details:

• Mr. Vivek Yadav, Strategist & Chief Executive Officer of Bonton Cables India Private Limited & Ex Executive Vice President and Switchgear Business Head at Havells India Limited