Beyond Academics: Building Essential Soft Skills for Success

Event Orientation

The Sports and Cultural Club organized the event “Beyond Academics: Essential Soft Skills for the Real World” on 17 February 2026 at EDC Cell. The club conducted the training programme in collaboration with ICT Academy. The event aimed to enhance communication, leadership, teamwork, and professional etiquette among students. It focused on bridging academic knowledge with workplace expectations through practical training and interactive sessions.

Exciting Engaging Activities

Dr. K. Hari Krishna, Associate Professor of CSE, coordinated the event with great commitment. A total of 72 students actively participated in the training program. Mr. Bodhisattwa Kundu, the resource person, guided students with interesting games and engaging activities. He demonstrated leadership skills, communication techniques, and emotional intelligence practices. Students performed role plays, group discussions, and case study presentations during the session. The event highlighted the importance of adaptability, teamwork, and decision-making in professional life. It provided valuable insights into interview preparation and workplace challenges.

Participant Learning and  Feedback

The participants gained confidence in communication and improved their presentation skills. They appreciated the interactive activities and practical exercises conducted during the training. They also highlighted the importance of teamwork and collaboration in academic and professional projects. The Feedback revealed that students developed better problem-solving and critical thinking abilities. They expressed interest in attending more skill-oriented programs in the future. The organizers noted that the event successfully improved students’ readiness for placements and internships. They expressed gratitude to ICT Academy and the participants for their active involvement.  The training created a positive impact on their career preparation and personal growth. It achieved its objective of enhancing essential soft skills among students. It also strengthened students’ confidence and prepared them for academic and professional challenges.