Empowering students and professionals with future-ready skills through industry-relevant tools and training
Udaipur, May 21: The Faculty of Management at Pacific University, through its Centre of Business Analytics and Data Science, has announced the launch of a comprehensive 10-week online masterclass series in Business Analytics, starting May 24, 2025. Open to all and free of charge, the sessions will be conducted every Saturday from 3 PM to 4 PM, aimed at enhancing analytical skills and boosting career readiness.
Data-Driven Decisions Are the Future
Speaking at the launch, Group President Prof. (Dr.) B.P. Sharma highlighted the critical importance of Business Analytics in today’s decision-making ecosystem. “This is the era of data-driven decisions. Business Analytics is no longer just a skill—it’s becoming a fundamental necessity across industries. Pacific’s initiative is a timely and commendable step in preparing students for the future,” he said.
Bridging Academia and Industry
Group CEO Mr. Sharad Kothari emphasized the Faculty of Management’s commitment to skill development and industry-oriented learning. “Today, Business Analytics plays a key role in transforming traditional management practices into data-informed strategies. This masterclass will give students a competitive edge in the job market by connecting theoretical knowledge with real-world applications,” he noted.
Enhancing Decision-Making and Analytical Thinking
President Prof. (Dr.) Hemant Kothari praised the initiative, calling it a “game-changer” for students across disciplines. “Whether it’s finance, marketing, or human resources—every domain is now leveraging data for strategic decision-making. This masterclass will refine analytical thinking and improve decision-making capabilities among learners.”
Hands-On Training with Advanced Tools
According to Prof. (Dr.) Dipin Mathur, Dean of the Faculty of Management, the course will provide hands-on exposure to cutting-edge tools such as Advanced Excel, Tableau, and Power BI, enabling participants to understand the practical dimensions of data analysis. He added that the Centre has successfully conducted several impactful programs in the past four years, and this series marks another significant milestone.
Career-Focused Skill Development
Dr. Udit Varshney, Assistant Professor and program coordinator, underlined the job market relevance of the masterclass. “Our aim is to equip students with industry-ready skills in Business Analytics that will open multiple career opportunities,” he said.
Echoing this vision, Dr. Ashish Adholia, Assistant Professor, stated that the masterclass will inspire participants to develop data-driven solutions to real-world problems—skills that are highly valued in today’s competitive job landscape.
A Golden Opportunity for All Learners
This initiative serves as a valuable opportunity for students, researchers, faculty members, and working professionals to gain proficiency in Business Analytics, a domain rapidly reshaping the global workforce.
Bhupendra Singh Chundawat is a seasoned technology journalist with over 22 years of experience in the media industry. He specializes in covering the global technology landscape, with a deep focus on manufacturing trends and the geopolitical impact on tech companies. Currently serving as the Editor at Udaipur Kiran, his insights are shaped by decades of hands-on reporting and editorial leadership in the fast-evolving world of technology.
